| Re: KX65 Upgrades
Don't fall into the "pipe, silencer, reeds, etc...." game, as the motor already works very well in stock configuration. As Stik said.
If you search around and wait until the right deal comes up, you can find an Ohlins rear shock(used) for $200-300. It will work well just as a bolt-on or you can have it re-valved by Ohlins specific to road-racing specs for about another $200 or so. You will need a spring in the 1000-1200# range depending on your weight.
Front forks are pretty simple. MiniBikeSprings.com sells the heaviest forks springs available(0.43 I believe), but make sure you get the correct ones as they changed after 2002. Some heavier fluid and set your pre-load with some spacers and go test them out. A fork brace helps too once you get sticky tires and better brake pads.
Handlebars are a debate. Some people like low bars and some like taller ones. Its a personal thing for whatever fits you and feels better.
Find someone here or on Supermotojunkie.com who sells 2.15" rims and then get the correct Buchanan spokes to lace them to the stock hubs. Fairly easy conversion. Wrap them in some new tires(another debate) from either Dunlop(TT-92's), Vee Rubber or Sava and you are ready to start gringing off your shift lever and footpegs.
I hope this helps a little. Keep posting if you have any more questions. THere are also threads on SMJ about building 65's.
Dan |