I have a '96 KDX200 with modified suspension, FMF pipe, WER damper, extremely well maintained, etc. I love it. Great bike, great handling, I have NO complaints!!! NONE!!!
Unfortunately, I'm being tempted by 2002 KTM 200 EXC that's about 300 miles away (an easy drive out here in the west and right next door to a good friend who I need to visit) for about $2400, in excellent condition.
The temptation is to "upgrade" from a 1996 to a 2002 and experience The Great Pumpkin at the same time. But, I don't race, I just play ride and the KDX is absolutely perfect for me. But still....it's tempting. The BIG question is, does a 43-year old man (that would be me) NEED a faster bike? i typically ride with my daughter on her Suzuki JR80 and she can't keep up as it is. So why do I need a faster bike?? What I really oughta do is get a KX100 or XR150 for me and let her grown into.....
Talk me out of this temptation. Someone just slap me and say "No!!!!". C'mon!!!
Unfortunately, I'm being tempted by 2002 KTM 200 EXC that's about 300 miles away (an easy drive out here in the west and right next door to a good friend who I need to visit) for about $2400, in excellent condition.
The temptation is to "upgrade" from a 1996 to a 2002 and experience The Great Pumpkin at the same time. But, I don't race, I just play ride and the KDX is absolutely perfect for me. But still....it's tempting. The BIG question is, does a 43-year old man (that would be me) NEED a faster bike? i typically ride with my daughter on her Suzuki JR80 and she can't keep up as it is. So why do I need a faster bike?? What I really oughta do is get a KX100 or XR150 for me and let her grown into.....
Talk me out of this temptation. Someone just slap me and say "No!!!!". C'mon!!!