Hybrid kickstart - Why?

[tmx]

Hey there,

Recently picked up a '96 KDX200 on which a previous owner installed the short kickstart lever. I know it's a popular mod, but I'm not real crazy about it for a number of reasons.

My question is this; what's the problem with the stock lever that makes the hybrid lever such an attractive option?

Thanks,
-Bob

 

[KDXdog]

Original lever is too long, heavy and can bend. It can be awkward balancing on a hill, and kick high lever.

I made a hybrid from a KX, and was all happy, untill I banged my inside arch on the footpeg using the short kicker. I never thought of the clearence! Untill you've done it, It may be hard to envision the pain, and trying to ride with a black & blue arch.

Long story short, the stock one is back on!

 

[Chris in Denver]

Were you wearing boots? PM sent!