Thanks! That all I needed to know. The 03 must be an "origional" cause I always see pipes, graphics, ect....for 99-02 kx's, 05-08 kx's, 90-94 kx's, ect.... . I know I've heard all the opinions that kawasaki lacks the power & speed that the other. top 3 have, but I was pleasantly surprised when I test drove this 03. I'm not familliar with suzuki, but it pulled and the powerband was strong and broad just like a yamaha or honda 250. Anyway.... I've done started a whole new "rambling" thread. Thanks again for the info..