KX 60 Vs. KX 65

[JonathonH]

I was wondering what the difference between the KX 60 and KX 65 are besides the size of the engine. I am sure the suspension is better on the 65 but is it that much better. I have a 10 year old son who is small for his age and only weighs about 65 Lbs. He currently rides a PW 80 but I want to step him up to a 60/65 with a clutch. I would hope to let him ride this bike for about a year and then be able to step him up to a 80/85 depending on if he grows fast enough. The reason I am considering a 60 is price and the fact that it will be a learning bike for the 80/85. The prices for a 80 seem to be close to the same price of the 65's.

So would you highly recommend spending the extra money for a 65 or would the 60 be good enough for him considering his small size.

Thanks
Jon

 

[popthree]

the 60's have drum brakes, the 65's have disc

my son is the same size as yours and he rides an RM60. i think @ 60 lbs and doing trail riding, the drum brakes are not that big of a deal.

 

[rockcrawlerdude]

the kx/rm 60 is a great learning bike as they can be picked up CHEAP... once they get the hang of it and NEED the better suspension/ brakes then sell it and get the 65...