kx80 conversion

[smahala1286]

is there any way to make a kx80 bigger like a kx125 swingarm and rear tire along with a kx125 front tire, and if needed kx125 forks?

 

[YZ165]

:think:........ Anything is possible. Why would you want to do that?

 

[smahala1286]

lack of money for a new larger bike and already have alot of money in the 80.

 

[biglou]

Can you do a "big wheel" conversion to it? Don't they make these with two different sized wheels? Even if they didn't, you could probably put larger wheels on it with little or no trouble. Check that popular auction site for all kinds of parts. As for the swingarm and forks off a 125, I think that "might" be possible, but the swingarm would be a lot of trouble (I think). Forks only would throw things way out of balance. And the costs involved will add up quickly. Forks, clamps, bars, longer brake line or complete brake system, etc. You could probably sell the 80 and get a 125 for less out of pocket than doing a conversion. On the other hand, building "frankenbikes" is really fun and a great way to learn a whole bunch. You might even be able to find a 125 rolling chasis (no motor or blown up motor) for cheap and stuff the 80 motor into it. But beware, with any conversion like this, there will be obstacles to get over. And some might be more costly than selling and upgrading.

 

[smahala1286]

yeah i think it already has a big wheel set up it has a 19" in the front and a 16" in the rear.

 

[jolyn]

id try a tall seat foam.. and make sure the forks are all the way down in the clamps

 

[jolyn]

id try a tall seat foam.. and make sure the forks are all the way down in the clamps

 

[smahala1286]

where do i get tall seat foam?