dioxide211
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- Jan 31, 2003
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Need some info please (bigbore 2-stroke)
I recently switched from a KX250 to a KTM 520SX. In my opinion the only thing the 520 does better is it has a better spread of power and more of it. I am 6'2''' and about 260 lbs with no gear on and ride moto mostly. I really like the grunt from the 520 but I feel like I sacrifice handling, suspension, and most importantly relaibility to gain it.
This is probably just me but every single time I ride the KTM I am paranoid it is going to break. I can't afford to rebuild a mega dollar thumper if it lets go.
I guess what I really want to know is if it is possible to get 520SX type power from my KX250 with a bigbore kit and some mods. I ride in the vet class so I don't have to worry about engine size.
Does anyone know what kind of HP numbers can be expected from a modded 250? I am also curious about the reliability of a bike in that state of tune....... Any info would REALLy be appreciated.
I recently switched from a KX250 to a KTM 520SX. In my opinion the only thing the 520 does better is it has a better spread of power and more of it. I am 6'2''' and about 260 lbs with no gear on and ride moto mostly. I really like the grunt from the 520 but I feel like I sacrifice handling, suspension, and most importantly relaibility to gain it.
This is probably just me but every single time I ride the KTM I am paranoid it is going to break. I can't afford to rebuild a mega dollar thumper if it lets go.
I guess what I really want to know is if it is possible to get 520SX type power from my KX250 with a bigbore kit and some mods. I ride in the vet class so I don't have to worry about engine size.
Does anyone know what kind of HP numbers can be expected from a modded 250? I am also curious about the reliability of a bike in that state of tune....... Any info would REALLy be appreciated.