KDX vs KLX opinions

[penguin]

KDX vs KLX opinions I have made my decision

After agonizing the last couple of days, reading this forum, and looking at Canadian Daves tech tips, I have decided to get the KDX220. Here is the list of what made up my mind:

1.) OTD purchase price: KDX: $4200, KLX4600

2.) cost of mods to customize the bike to fit me and my riding style:
KDX525, KLX1180 winner: KDX

3.) Weight KDX: 222lb KLX: 233lb winner: KDX

4.) Ground clearance KDX: 13.4 inches KLX: 12.6 inches , doesn't look like that much difference, but 3/4 of an inch could prevent mashed toes winner: KDX
5.) ease of starting: the KLX is a 4stroke, nuff said

When i was racing seriously years ago I had 250 2strokes so I am familair with mixing gas and oil, powervalves, topend rebuilds, etc. I just have gotten lazy in my later years. Last year the finicky starting of the KLX cost me several top 5 finishes, so I guess I will give the 2 smoker another try.

Thanks for all the advice

 

[freydog]

search the kdx forum for "klx" and you will find lots of info, some from people that have owned and rode both bikes.

Sounds like the KLX is a dang good bike, as is the kdx220. Good luck deciding!

I would think that if you rode a 4 stroke since 1997, it might bother you pre-mixing the oil and gas if you bought the kdx.

 

[someday]

Mixing gas, IMO, is a non-issue compaired to being able to start your bike.

 

[don howell]

tHE klx has a CV carb. If you get rid of this, add a hot start kit& disconnect the crankcase vent that runs to the air box the KLX will be easier to start.My riding partner has a KLX setup like this, plus has a aftermarkert exhust installed.It does not run any stronger then my stock 97 KDX 200 with a FMF pipe and stock silcener.The KLX is nice, I even like it . But I still like my KDX better!!!

 

[parkerCR]

kdx vs. klx

I once owned a 2000 kdx 220 and my dad had a 2000 KLX 300. My Kdx
although it had fmf rev pipe, RB designs 36mm carb bore and a host of
other mods flat-out worked the KLX. The KLX is heavier has less power and
is very hard to start at times unless you do the drill perfectly. This choice
is a no-brainer, go for the KDX hands down.

Parker

 

[Mike Hubert]

I have owned both and loved both but I would give the nod to the KDX. I think the KLX is easier to ride for slow to moderate speeds but at faster speeds the KDX comes alive.

 

[penguin]

I have made my decision look at first post for details

Thanks for all the info