I think I have a problem.

ninjamunky85 · April 30th, 2013, 07:04 PM

2002 KX 125

Decided I wanted to do more off road riding. Picked this up today for $1100. Man this thing will seriously haul ass.

Gonna go over the whole bike and get it in tip top shape. Plan on get rid of most of the graphics. I love that green frame and think it should look sweet with the plastics painted black.

StephenA · April 30th, 2013, 07:35 PM

that your civic in the back? how much for the gsr blades? ;D

ninjamunky85 · April 30th, 2013, 07:52 PM

Nah, that's my buddies civic and it will haul ass too even though it looks like crap.

gsr blades?

StephenA · April 30th, 2013, 08:46 PM

haha i believe you. lol gsr blades are the wheels xD

Jono · April 30th, 2013, 09:12 PM

Sweet!

I have thought about getting a dirt bike but I don't have any way of taking it to any trails.

csmith12 · May 1st, 2013, 05:16 AM

Yes, I have the same problem. It gets worse when you put street tires on one of those. js. Enjoy ridin' dirty.

subxero · May 1st, 2013, 05:39 AM

Awesome, the 2 smoker 125's have always been one of my favorite bikes. Where i am from in PA if you can ride one of those around the trails in the area and survive and keep up with the larger cc 2smokers and 4strokes you know you had some serious skill. The lack of low end torque and difficulty putting the power to the ground make them tough in the tight turning uphills but soooo much fun. Such a light nimble bike, get that thing jetted right and sprockets for your riding style and it will go above and beyond.

Good luck with the tear down fix up. I have been doing my 250 over a long time period (1.5yrs so far) as i can't afford all the parts in one shot. Need to finish out replacing a few more bearings, chain and sprockets get done in 2 weekends, I did my clutch 1month ago. top end rebuild, jetting, reed valves, header and exhaust over winter.
Need to figure out what i am going to do with my forks/suspension, Should i just buy different or send the ones i have out for a pro job, they suck as is.

Good luck, if you ever have any questions let me know.

Motofool · May 1st, 2013, 07:04 AM

Congratulations, Ryan !!!

Motorcyclists that can do decently on asphalt and dirt are definitively better riders.

CC Cowboy · May 1st, 2013, 08:55 AM

Bike looks fine, barn needs work.

ninjamunky85 · May 1st, 2013, 09:22 AM

Thanks guys. I know I'm gonna have tons of fun over the summer on this bike. Looks like there's plenty of places to go riding around here.

This bike is more of a beast than I was expecting, my buddies 125cc 4-stroke doesn't stand a chance against this bike. At least I won't get bored with it anytime soon.

I thought I was getting half of a 250, but that's not the case. At ~200 lbs wet and with ~40 hp it's no joke. I haven't even gotten it past 4th gear yet, still 2 more to go.

No doubt it will make me a better rider. My goal is to be able to hop on any bike and ride the sh*t outta it. My only problem now is finding time for all these bikes. My garage is getting kinda cramped too (garages are for cars, what

).

P.S. @CC Cowboy You're always so good at stating the obvious. Barn is about to be torn down. lol

subxero · May 1st, 2013, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Thanks guys. I know I'm gonna have tons of fun over the summer on this bike. Looks like there's plenty of places to go riding around here.

This bike is more of a beast than I was expecting, my buddies 125cc 4-stroke doesn't stand a chance against this bike. At least I won't get bored with it anytime soon.

I thought I was getting half of a 250, but that's not the case. At ~200 lbs wet and with ~40 hp it's no joke. I haven't even gotten it past 4th gear yet, still 2 more to go.

No doubt it will make me a better rider. My goal is to be able to hop on any bike and ride the sh*t outta it. My only problem now is finding time for all these bikes. My garage is getting kinda cramped too (garages are for cars, what

).

P.S. @CC Cowboy You're always so good at stating the obvious. Barn is about to be torn down. lol

yes it is a 2stroke so you get more hp out of the same size displacement compared to 4stroke. 40hp is a bit much, 125 2stroke probably gives you in the 32-35hp range if it is running top. a 125 4stroke dirt bike is a kids toy, That doesn't make them any less fun but they are not remotely in the same class as a 125 2stroke.

So yeah, that 32hp on a 200lb frame plus the hit of a 2stroke powerband gives you quite the acceleration compared to ninja250. Tons of fun, enjoy.

lgk · May 1st, 2013, 10:33 AM

i wish i had a problem, where dirt bikes just keep showing up....

Motofool · May 1st, 2013, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subxero

..........40hp is a bit much, 125 2stroke probably gives you in the 32-35hp range if it is running top..........

Kawasaki KX 125 2002 specs:

Water cooled, 124cc, Single, 2-stroke, Reed valve

Power: 38.07 HP (28 kW) @ 11500 rpm
Torque: 24.5 Nm (18.07 lb-ft) @ 10500 rpm

Oil in fuel mix: 32:1 which means 4 ounces of oil for every gallon of gas

Use only oil for two-stroke engines.

http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/kaw...x_125_2002.php

http://www.dirtrider.com/tests/motoc...awasaki_kx125/

ninjamunky85 · May 1st, 2013, 11:32 AM

Thanks Motofool it's been a long time since I've had a 2-stroke. I needed a little refresher course on mixing oil & gas.

Jesse8931 · May 2nd, 2013, 05:22 AM

This is a must do not follow the 32:1 if you will be using higher end oils like amsoil or blendzall they all have different mix ratio's.

Also buy one of these.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...uring-Cup.aspx

April 30th, 2013, 07:04 PM	#1
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	I think I have a problem. 2002 KX 125 Decided I wanted to do more off road riding. Picked this up today for $1100. Man this thing will seriously haul ass. Gonna go over the whole bike and get it in tip top shape. Plan on get rid of most of the graphics. I love that green frame and think it should look sweet with the plastics painted black. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

April 30th, 2013, 07:35 PM	#2
StephenA Riding Ruby.. Name: Stephen Location: SoCal Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec, 2007 Ninja 250R Posts: 392	that your civic in the back? how much for the gsr blades? ;D __________________________________________________ Unregistered

April 30th, 2013, 07:52 PM	#3
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	Nah, that's my buddies civic and it will haul ass too even though it looks like crap. gsr blades? __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

April 30th, 2013, 08:46 PM	#4
StephenA Riding Ruby.. Name: Stephen Location: SoCal Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec, 2007 Ninja 250R Posts: 392	haha i believe you. lol gsr blades are the wheels xD __________________________________________________ Unregistered

May 1st, 2013, 05:16 AM	#6
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Yes, I have the same problem. It gets worse when you put street tires on one of those. js. Enjoy ridin' dirty. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

April 30th, 2013, 09:12 PM	#5
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Sweet! I have thought about getting a dirt bike but I don't have any way of taking it to any trails.

May 1st, 2013, 05:39 AM	#7
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	Awesome, the 2 smoker 125's have always been one of my favorite bikes. Where i am from in PA if you can ride one of those around the trails in the area and survive and keep up with the larger cc 2smokers and 4strokes you know you had some serious skill. The lack of low end torque and difficulty putting the power to the ground make them tough in the tight turning uphills but soooo much fun. Such a light nimble bike, get that thing jetted right and sprockets for your riding style and it will go above and beyond. Good luck with the tear down fix up. I have been doing my 250 over a long time period (1.5yrs so far) as i can't afford all the parts in one shot. Need to finish out replacing a few more bearings, chain and sprockets get done in 2 weekends, I did my clutch 1month ago. top end rebuild, jetting, reed valves, header and exhaust over winter. Need to figure out what i am going to do with my forks/suspension, Should i just buy different or send the ones i have out for a pro job, they suck as is. Good luck, if you ever have any questions let me know.

May 1st, 2013, 07:04 AM	#8
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Congratulations, Ryan !!! Motorcyclists that can do decently on asphalt and dirt are definitively better riders. __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

May 1st, 2013, 08:55 AM	#9
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Bike looks fine, barn needs work. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

May 1st, 2013, 09:22 AM	#10
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	Thanks guys. I know I'm gonna have tons of fun over the summer on this bike. Looks like there's plenty of places to go riding around here. This bike is more of a beast than I was expecting, my buddies 125cc 4-stroke doesn't stand a chance against this bike. At least I won't get bored with it anytime soon. I thought I was getting half of a 250, but that's not the case. At ~200 lbs wet and with ~40 hp it's no joke. I haven't even gotten it past 4th gear yet, still 2 more to go. No doubt it will make me a better rider. My goal is to be able to hop on any bike and ride the sht outta it. My only problem now is finding time for all these bikes. My garage is getting kinda cramped too (garages are for cars, what ). P.S. @CC Cowboy You're always so good at stating the obvious. Barn is about to be torn down. lol __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!*

May 1st, 2013, 10:33 AM	#12
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	i wish i had a problem, where dirt bikes just keep showing up.... __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

May 1st, 2013, 11:32 AM	#14
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	Thanks Motofool it's been a long time since I've had a 2-stroke. I needed a little refresher course on mixing oil & gas. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

May 2nd, 2013, 05:22 AM	#15
Jesse8931 ninjette.org guru Name: Jesse Location: Ann arbor mi Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 ninja 250r Posts: 374	This is a must do not follow the 32:1 if you will be using higher end oils like amsoil or blendzall they all have different mix ratio's. Also buy one of these. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...uring-Cup.aspx

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