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Originally Posted by mtnbykracr  Thanks for the info. I don't know if I would be faster on the 150 or not? That's what I'm trying to figure out as the size of the bike is perfect for me and in the vet classes you only need an 86cc or bigger bike so it would be legal. It'll be interesting to see if any old guys race these at Loretta Lynns this year? I won't be going this year but trying to qualify next year. I need to figure this out by the qualifiers next year (around March here in AZ). So, anyone with more info, please keep it coming. I'm not sure I want to "chop" a big bike down, seems like a lot of work and not sure how it would really be - might be great?! I just think by powering up the 150 and getting the suspension setup for my weight (165) would be better - who knows but thanks for the info guys! |
its not really that much work to do "chop" a big bike down.
for the rear get one of these. Took me less than 15 min to install.
Kouba Link
for the front, just pull off the fork legs and send them to any good suspension place, probalby a local one if you don't want to mail them. Its not a hard thing to do so most places should be able to do it.
after that if its still too high cut the seat foam alittle and put the cover back on. Just use a knife or turkey carver.
But the biggest difference between the 2 bikes will be the wheel base and wheels. That will see what bike you will be faster on or more comfortable but if racing against big bikes I would think the longer wheel base and bigger wheels would be a advantage. You could even shorten a 450 as they are generally the same height as a 250F.
But you still have time to research and maybe test ride some bikes and see how you feel on them. The bigger bikes might feel to heavy for you which could work as a dis advantage depending on your riding style and skill level.