I've had my 07 since new and agree with your evaluation. The motor is brutal , you need to be ready for it's hit. It's an all on or off throttle response. I've also added that rear linkage from pro circuit and the fatty pipe. 14 years later still have the bike and received an entire rebuild of motor , trans , clutch . She is my dream bike.
Yes, agree, it's my dream bike too! It was lucky to pick mine up second hand. It had only done a few hours on it due to the fact the guy felt it was too powerful for the track he was riding on. The guy left it in the shed for three years. When I saw it, it still look brand new. I couldn't believe my luck and got it for half price from new!
I have had every make 250 two-stroke, they are all good in their own way. I am a diehard Kawasaki fan I have had two 05 and one 06 KX 250’s... They are hands-down my favorite, as long as you get the jetting right if you’re running a stock carb. What I love about them is that they have the hardest hitting mid range, reminds me of the brutal power bands of the early two strokes, I like the power there when you need it with the blip of the throttle.
Dude that is so sick! I would really love to pick up a 1999-2002 model next. But you are right on the mid range power, so fun, especially when hammering up to a jump face. Better hold on haha
The KX looks cooler... but a YZ is better in every way. Transient throttle was really bad on these KX’s. Unlike the YZ where you could really modulate it.
1996 kx250 owner. From the sound of it our engines are completely opposite! Mine is all bottom and mid. I absolutely love the motor for trails but haven't had much time on the track. Took it on the track one time and the front forks would bottom out on any little bump. Also had a terrible oversteer problem. I finally resprung it and race teched the shock. Swingarm bearings are on the table right now. New piston, pegs, oversized caliper. Should be together by tomorrow, I'm so pumped!!
Right on Chris! Yeah from what I hear that seems to be the consensus about the older models, people liked the engine much better in terms of bottom and mid. I just picked up a 99 so I'm excited to try that and compare to my 07. Hope the rebuild RIPS! Enjoy my man.
I have an 04 with a flywheel weight and 18inch rear. Been an amazing woods/enduro bike for years. only gripe is I personally HATE the clutch pull on these bikes. Saw a 05 for sale where the guy had lengthened the clutch arm out of the motor for the cable . Tried it with a Magura hydraulic and it really hides the problem well. I also recommend moving the forks up 5mm if you dont ride 4th & 5th gear all day.
I'd love to try a flywheel weight for my 07 even for motocross to see how it smooths it out a little bit. Clutch is also pretty hard to pull as well no matter how I route the cable! Thanks for dropping those tips on the thread man!
Great evaluation of these late-model KX 250's. I know some guys just rave about them while many pro testers hated them, but I feel that modded like yours is likely makes it a much better bike. A buddy had both the '03 and '04 KX 125 at the same time I had my 2007 YZ 125 and I felt the Kawi was very scrunched up ergos as far as seat to pegs relationship, as I am 6'1" and always hated having to stand up on those green bikes. Aside from that, they were not far off the class-leader YZ, so I bet the 250 is also comparable. I always love to revisit this era of MX and I went 4-stroke but later on understood that it mostly matters on the rider, not the bike, at most non-pro levels of riding.
Wow, great clip Greg! I have a KX250 2007 and agree whole heartedly with your assessment. I had the front/rear suspension re-valved and sprung, pro-circuit lowering linkage and now handles great. Also installed a Vforce 3 reed block and added JD Jetting kit replacing the needle, idle and 160 jet with a 162 main jet (I recommend considering this). I just love the hard hitting power of the KX250! 😁. I'm just old school I guess. Hearing your comments on the 22mm offset triple clamp, I might now look into investing in one. Thanks for the great breakdown of a great bike that just needs a few mods to turn it into one mean green machine.
Hell yeah Richard!! That’s so rad to hear, the KX is soo fun, and even better with those few tweaks. Good to know you and others feel the same about the bike 👍🏼. Me personally, I noticed the different clamp offset immediately! Felt much more stable I’m ruts, it just tracks it so much better I feel.
i have a 05 kx250 its such a sweet bike for someone who takes it for a bit of MX riding a bit of trail ridding and a bit of playing around, it definitely needs valving springs triple clamps for serious MX , also it steered well until i set the sag, it almost needs the stinkbug to get more weight over the front, im doing a 2013 kx250f fork swap with some 21mm applied clamps hope it gives it a natural confident feeling
Hey Greg I've been following you for a minute now and I just wanted to say that I really appreciate your love for the two-stroke and the Kawasaki for some reason my Kawasaki's no matter what start first kick every time hot .....cold .....clapped..... new ......it doesn't matter and even though some of the little small things like cheap hardware center plastics and just general corner cutting stuff is down to happen when you're dealing with a production machine produced in the millions and we all know when we get our cowies we going to upgrade them, modify them and put the best component tree money can buy on them and one sorting that out I believe Kawasakis are the most reliable bikes I have ever had and I recently just found a mint 2001 KX125 that I'm currently doing resto mode on and I can see why you love these bikes especially since I'm 6 ft 3 it's a nice full size machine that fits us taller guys and the sound that comes out of it is nothing short of intoxicating anyways I hope to see some good how to videos coming up from you as I learn alot from your content..... wondering have you ever had any Kawasaki's from the old era and if so it was your favorite
Thanks for the feedback Jesse! That is so awesome to hear. So badass you found an 01 KX125, I'd love to have one of those. I'd also like to grab an 01/02 KX250 to compare to the last gen models!
I rode an 06 once wasn't quite impressive vibrated my feet numb and the bike felt wide. My RM250 feels light, nimble, planted, and has a good powerband. The coating on the exhaust was really cool.
@@GregHitchko Its weird how different all the bikes feel and perform visually they are similar. I have a 96 YZ125 that doesn't corner as well as my RM250, but is very stable. Been hard for me to get used to the more modern flat seat versus the 90's dip in the seat. Feel like I'm riding on the bike and not with the bike. Some guys might not like the quick turning Suzuki or skinny frame. Its all preference really.
@@HVAC544 yeah you can definitely tell the difference between the older/newer bikes where it feels like you're riding ON the bike instead of in it or "with" it. Takes a little to get used to going back and forth!
Love this video mate... a wealth of information coming from a knowledgeable guy... keep the excellent videos coming bro... and btw love my 03/04 I have 03 motor in 04 chassis must mean I have best of both worlds 💚🏍💨
I never raced one but when i raced my 97 cr250 i rode a 99 kx250. My impression was cushy, less vibration, felt taller, good pull, not as much overrev. It was easier to ride faster for longer than my bike.
Your description of the 06 07 sounded like you were describing my 90 kx250.. Soft suspension, doesn't corner well, nothing on the bottom end, but has a hard hitting mid range and killer top end.
@@GregHitchko exactly! I'm getting old so I'm starting to like the soft suspension. Bad cornering, just get it pointed in the right direction as fast as possible and shoot it. Uncontrollable top end, just tell myself to stop acting like I have a vagina, rip it and pray for the best.
Love these bikes, your is so cool with the team Chevrolet graphics. I have a pair of the real Fox pro race pants from the Chevrolet team on my garage wall ....awesome video!
Im 10 seconds in and i can tell you i seriously regret selling my 2005 kx 250, i bought a 2003 later since and regretted it the 03 ones the motor felt less then the 05 slightly different suspension too. My 2005 had pull any rpm and i believe it happened from tilting the engine different degree forward but the motor seriously felt different, in my opinion 2005-2007 best you can pickup and the wheelbase felt slightly shorter = more wheelies and every person that rode my 05 thought it was too much lol i miss my 2005, dont sell yours guys lol
good info accept there was a change from 2005 to 2006 if you look at the part numbers on the cylinder head from 2005 to 2006 they are different.... this is because they bumped up the compression in 2006
I had an 05 and I recall my 1994 had more bottom end. I sold the 05 for an 06 crf450r and never looked back. Still ride the crf every weekend but thinking about finally getting a newer model for the electric start, hydrolic clutch and fuel injection, I'm getting old. My son rips his kx85, he loves his green machine.
Those mid to late 90's Kawasaki's were like the gold standard of that era so i definitely believe it! I'd love to find and build one of those. Those new CRF's look niceee, it's hard to jump back on a two stroke after coming off of a four stroke. Either way, it's just great to be out on a dirt bike!
Picked up an '03 basket case, the green frame looks righteous. Not sure why you would change the graphics, that's the way it should be. Don't ever push a bike off a cliff without first lighting it on fire.
James Stewart loved the KX 250 he beat 450s on it constantly even Ricky Carmichael on his RMZ 450 I love Kawasaki KXs the 1979 KX250 is a awesome collector bike
It was the best mod ! Great on a motocross track or climbing a hill. Bike stalls less in corners and it made my 2002 KX hit harder! You can grab clutch and power comes right back .
@@aliciacaldera3175 Steahly or other companies have three types. light ,medium, heavy. The ounces are determined for your specific bike. I used a medium. It was plus 11 ounces ? Works great for me.
Thanks Greg, i have an '02 not to sure what the previous owner has done to it, because I'm working away from home (dang it) but first impressions are good though. Any though on the Doma exhaust, really seems to have electric smooth power, although traction was a problem the first couple of rides I took, and I honestly didn't want to risk it on the tarmac... Sounds terrific though.
Greg I've recommended Blenzal Racing Castor many times but it's great if you're pinning it on the pipe but not so good for lower RPMs like Enduro type riding .👍🤓
So true! Thanks for sharing that dude because not everyone knows that about castor oil. Like you said, great when it's wide open situations, not so much when you are lugging. Cheers!
Kawasaki let's a good times roll Kawasaki let the good times roll Kawasaki lots of good times roll get a board get away and you're going to say let the good times roll. 🧐 KX450F,KX125 as of now 🤓 I'm lucky to have to ProCircit Team 1997 Billy Paynes race bike+ Michael Byrne's Practice the Green Tractor 56 hp Fox Suspension best bike I've ever had I'm @Pala Right Now it's to muddy so I'll let it wait till like 10am then the Green Tractor
@@christophersmithsonian3350 don't be telling me that stuff! How do you sleep at night with all of that epicness sitting in your garage haha! Do you have instagram to send me pictures or you can email me hitchmotoko@gmail.com I have to see haha
I’ve got a 1999 kx250 and was wondering what you think about it? Would it be worth turning into a race bike? Also what are those plastics you have on yours? They looks really good! Nice video also!
I had thought about buying an older one like that and turning it into a race bike. I think it would be fun! They are acerbis plastics with the 2018 kx250f front fender and cycra stadium plate up front.
Great vid bro! Can’t wait to see that line up all finished. I’d jus freshen that bike up. It already looks mint. I wouldn’t do any more to it then necessary!
Im new to riding lol Nd my first bike is a Kawasaki kx 250 with a big bore kit I’m told it’s supposedly a 270 Nd this thing is mad crazy compared to my friends 250s Nd 400
Hi Greg. I’m rebuilding a 2003 KX250. In your opinion to get the bests suspensión performance, should i install newer model KYB forks and Shock? Or do you think that revalving the stock ones can get the same level of performance?
Absolutely love my 2006, handling could be better in the corners, how much of a difference did the pro circuit link arm make? I’m 195cm so I don’t want make the bike lower really. What’s your thoughts
@@GregHitchko I am just rebuilding the bike at the minute so I might think about throwing one on it. Great videos really enjoying watching them keep up the good work 🤟🏼👍🏻
@@sambellamy5330 oh hell yeah, thanks Sam! It's a pain in the arse trying to get one from PC however since they are always out of stock. Call them and get your name on the list to order one and when they get enough demand for them, that is when they produce them.
Yes, I love my 04 kx250 also! I bought it and an 05 yz450f and rebuilt both and now I need to sell the yz but it cost so much more to rebuild I can't get near what I have in it back so that sucks. It's crazy tho that the much simpler engine in the kx250 makes more hp than the nearly double cc yz450
I'd love to find one of those so bad! Engine is killer but it does have a longer and wider feeling, making it a little tougher to crank tight turns. Has a very predictable feeling which is nice however.
Currently doing a ground up rebuild on my old 1998 Honda CR125 that I bought new in 1998 and raced for a few years back then. Had Millennium Technologies rebuild the entire motor and put the 144cc overbore kit on it. Putting a Lectron carb, and a few other mods on it too. A good friend of mine bought a 1998 KX 125 at the same time and sent the motor and suspension to pro circuit. No doubt the bike was much faster and better handling after pro circuit had their way with it but even in stock form, although it was obviously down on power compared to the CR, the ergonomics encouraged the rider to push harder with more confidence.
@@MX109MX that comparison between the cr125 and the kx125 and getting them worked on from those two companies is fascinating. Thanks for sharing that! So rad. Makes me want to do a 125 build.
@@GregHitchko Thanks. I recently picked up a 1998 Honda CR250 and a 2007 RM250 also. Searching TH-cam videos for the RM is how I came across your channel. Doing a good job with it btw. Your video of the RM250s made me feel pretty good about picking up "a rare unicorn" as you put it. It s a fun bike to ride for sure. As far as doing a 125cc build, I’d highly encourage it. If you produce a video build on it, we’ll watch it. (*Dirt*Bikes currently in my stable 1998 CR125 and 1998 CR250, 2007 YZ450, 2007 RM250, 2017 KTM 350 XCF, and 2015 KTM Freeride 250 2 stroke. My kids have a 2019 YZ250f, 2005 CRF250, and 2015 KLX140).
@@MX109MX hell yeah!! Nice pick up on that 2007, definitely a unicorn haha. I think a 125 or 500 build next has my name on it. I think those will attract a very large audience. I appreciate the support and feedback. You have yourself quite the stable there as well, I'd love that 350xcf for the trails!
@@GregHitchko really? Man mine Corners amazing. Course I ride what I got and I adapted to it so thats probably why lol. I stear more with the front and the rear usually follows suit. Congrats and your channel its getting bigger each day🤙
It wasn't terrible before but I definitely noticed a difference and how much less effort it took to stay in ruts after I made that switch! I am like you where I just adapt and learn to deal and ride with it the way it is as well haha.
Hey Greg, loving the site and of course the videos. Would you have any recommendations of a site that may still stock kx250 2007 22mm offset triple clamp, as I am having a few issue finding stock available? Thanks and keep up the great work! 🙂
Thanks dude! I would check applied racing, they will have them in stock once in a while. Other than that, it is super hard to find a set and a company who makes them still.
Heck yeah Teggy! That stand is from Harbor Freight actually, its like $20 bucks or something, super cheap price but super sturdy and durable. I have 4 of them haha
@@ktmdays That's awesome! Man it's hard to say, I'd at least be willing to pay what the original MSRP was, but it'll probably be more than that I am assuming. Where are the bikes located?
Cool video Greg. I have a project going, full 250 two stroke Kawasaki Carmichael replica, mixed with modern parts and i will use the 05, this will put an axe into my wallet, but its worth it, literally going to figure out, where to go, pro circuit top end, but i might take another step for the ignition,, maybe twisted development, custom triple clamps (not sure) maybe ride enginering, everything will be coated to rc's 01 Colours. I will however not paint the frame green, as i love the silver from Bubbas 05, Modern KYB rear and front suspension. Probably talon wheels as they have the closest to the magnesium look. Chevy trucks custom graphic kits. Will also lower the subframe , not sure how much yet, but i might try to squeese those numbers through some friends in the industry. Also different breaks calipers front and rear. The rest will be obviously the same companies that worked with kawi back then, for sparkplugs, airfilter etc. Full Hinson clutch, boyesen impeller. Yepp it might ruin my Wallet but it Will be a project that will take some time. But im up for it. Scrambling parts is the hard task. Passion is the drive!
YESSSS! Dude I am so pumped about this for you. This is going to turn out amazing and I can't wait to see it. Do you have instagram where I could follow along with the build??
Did you see vast improvement with the pro circuit linkage arm? Just picked up a 2006 kx250 and thinking of slapping one on. Also how tall are you? You make that 250 look like a 100!
The PC link helped make the bike much more stable and settled in the rear! I am 6'3" and i definitely make the bike look like a 100 haha its ridiculous.
Hey Greg, I have an 05 kx250 and am coming off a newer KTM 150. What should I do to get this bike to handle a bit better? Not expecting the bike to feel light like my KTM but it just doesnt want to turn for me
Congrats on the KX250 dude. Definitely will handle much differently than the KTM 150. The most important thing I would say is making sure your suspension is set up correctly. Double check the clickers and go from there. Then respring and revalve perhaps. Here is also a video I made on the best mods of you need more after first working on the stock suspension! th-cam.com/video/wA1w9-xYcz4/w-d-xo.html
Thx for vid ,I'm from New Zealand and looking to by a kx i am 43 now and starting to get nostalgic so wanting to snap up a old 2 stroke 4 keeps! There are guys advertising kx 250 2008? I'm confused why they are calling them 2008 can you help me to understand what's going on , maybe made in 07 and sold in 08? Is there a number on frame I can look for to know what I'm looking for if so what number and where? Cheers m8
@@michaelroberts6299 I would ask them if they know what year it is !! The last year was 07 for the kx 250 2 stroke. Evidently they don't know what they are talking about !!
On the vin under the handle bar, count from left to right until you get to the tenth digit which will be a number. If it's a 7 it's an 07. If it's a 5 it's an 05 year and so on !!
I got the 2004 bottom end power feels like a 4stroke alsome super good for wheelies 12s and corners not to much shifting hill jumps alsome nimble got to say no power band kinda sucks and is a stink bug I feel like the hole bike sit high af not just the ass tho it does
@Moto3 oneone thanks man! Super cool to hear about your bike from those years. I’d love to be able to find one and do a build to compare the years. That would be sweet. I appreciate the feedback too ✊🏼💨
I've had my 07 since new and agree with your evaluation. The motor is brutal , you need to be ready for it's hit. It's an all on or off throttle response. I've also added that rear linkage from pro circuit and the fatty pipe. 14 years later still have the bike and received an entire rebuild of motor , trans , clutch . She is my dream bike.
That is so awesome Thomas! These bikes are rock solid. Glad you were able to snag a PC link for it too. Super hard to find!
Yes, agree, it's my dream bike too! It was lucky to pick mine up second hand. It had only done a few hours on it due to the fact the guy felt it was too powerful for the track he was riding on. The guy left it in the shed for three years. When I saw it, it still look brand new. I couldn't believe my luck and got it for half price from new!
My left ear loved this video!
Glad it did!🤣 Too bad for the right, honestly don't know what happened there. Same mic I use for the rest of my videos.
Ive had my 03 kx250 for over 10 years. Still learned some new facts about it thanks Greg!
Anytime dude! i'd love to compare the 03/04 models against the 05-07 and feel the difference for myself. So similar but yet so different.
I have had every make 250 two-stroke, they are all good in their own way. I am a diehard Kawasaki fan I have had two 05 and one 06 KX 250’s... They are hands-down my favorite, as long as you get the jetting right if you’re running a stock carb. What I love about them is that they have the hardest hitting mid range, reminds me of the brutal power bands of the early two strokes, I like the power there when you need it with the blip of the throttle.
Dude that is so sick! I would really love to pick up a 1999-2002 model next. But you are right on the mid range power, so fun, especially when hammering up to a jump face. Better hold on haha
The KX looks cooler... but a YZ is better in every way. Transient throttle was really bad on these KX’s. Unlike the YZ where you could really modulate it.
WOW, this video is a jackpot of info for my 2003 KX250M1 THANK YOU!!
A ton of info related to the 2003 model in here for sure! Glad it could help!!
I have an 04 and absolutely love it. Tried someone else’s 05 years ago and liked that as well
Heck yeah! I'd love to try the 03-04 back to back with the 05-07
1996 kx250 owner. From the sound of it our engines are completely opposite! Mine is all bottom and mid. I absolutely love the motor for trails but haven't had much time on the track. Took it on the track one time and the front forks would bottom out on any little bump. Also had a terrible oversteer problem.
I finally resprung it and race teched the shock. Swingarm bearings are on the table right now. New piston, pegs, oversized caliper. Should be together by tomorrow, I'm so pumped!!
Right on Chris! Yeah from what I hear that seems to be the consensus about the older models, people liked the engine much better in terms of bottom and mid. I just picked up a 99 so I'm excited to try that and compare to my 07.
Hope the rebuild RIPS! Enjoy my man.
96-98 were great bottom end woods bikes.
I've owned many different year's of kx250.2005 was my favourite what a bike!!
Love the 07 too!!
I have an 04 with a flywheel weight and 18inch rear. Been an amazing woods/enduro bike for years. only gripe is I personally HATE the clutch pull on these bikes. Saw a 05 for sale where the guy had lengthened the clutch arm out of the motor for the cable . Tried it with a Magura hydraulic and it really hides the problem well. I also recommend moving the forks up 5mm if you dont ride 4th & 5th gear all day.
I'd love to try a flywheel weight for my 07 even for motocross to see how it smooths it out a little bit. Clutch is also pretty hard to pull as well no matter how I route the cable! Thanks for dropping those tips on the thread man!
Great evaluation of these late-model KX 250's. I know some guys just rave about them while many pro testers hated them, but I feel that modded like yours is likely makes it a much better bike. A buddy had both the '03 and '04 KX 125 at the same time I had my 2007 YZ 125 and I felt the Kawi was very scrunched up ergos as far as seat to pegs relationship, as I am 6'1" and always hated having to stand up on those green bikes. Aside from that, they were not far off the class-leader YZ, so I bet the 250 is also comparable. I always love to revisit this era of MX and I went 4-stroke but later on understood that it mostly matters on the rider, not the bike, at most non-pro levels of riding.
Wow, great clip Greg! I have a KX250 2007 and agree whole heartedly with your assessment. I had the front/rear suspension re-valved and sprung, pro-circuit lowering linkage and now handles great. Also installed a Vforce 3 reed block and added JD Jetting kit replacing the needle, idle and 160 jet with a 162 main jet (I recommend considering this). I just love the hard hitting power of the KX250! 😁. I'm just old school I guess. Hearing your comments on the 22mm offset triple clamp, I might now look into investing in one. Thanks for the great breakdown of a great bike that just needs a few mods to turn it into one mean green machine.
Hell yeah Richard!! That’s so rad to hear, the KX is soo fun, and even better with those few tweaks. Good to know you and others feel the same about the bike 👍🏼. Me personally, I noticed the different clamp offset immediately! Felt much more stable I’m ruts, it just tracks it so much better I feel.
Awesome job!
Love to see the differences in each bike, each year. Really helps when I go looking for used two strokes! Thanks for the knowledge 👍🏻
No doubt Mike! Figure I share the knowledge of all of the research that I did when I was searching. Glad you find it valuable.
i have a 05 kx250 its such a sweet bike for someone who takes it for a bit of MX riding a bit of trail ridding and a bit of playing around, it definitely needs valving springs triple clamps for serious MX , also it steered well until i set the sag, it almost needs the stinkbug to get more weight over the front, im doing a 2013 kx250f fork swap with some 21mm applied clamps hope it gives it a natural confident feeling
Big fan of the front end conversion. I instantly noticed how much better it was able to turn with that set up!
Nothing beats my ‘98 with 94 graphics kit, she’s so beautiful 🤩 Love your bike bro
Man I bet that is a gorgeous bike! Love what you did there with the 98 and 94 graphics!
I have a 1993 kx250. One hell of a beast to ride. Having a little trouble with it but hopefully it’s not too much to fix.
Hey Greg I've been following you for a minute now and I just wanted to say that I really appreciate your love for the two-stroke and the Kawasaki for some reason my Kawasaki's no matter what start first kick every time hot .....cold .....clapped..... new ......it doesn't matter and even though some of the little small things like cheap hardware center plastics and just general corner cutting stuff is down to happen when you're dealing with a production machine produced in the millions and we all know when we get our cowies we going to upgrade them, modify them and put the best component tree money can buy on them and one sorting that out I believe Kawasakis are the most reliable bikes I have ever had and I recently just found a mint 2001 KX125 that I'm currently doing resto mode on and I can see why you love these bikes especially since I'm 6 ft 3 it's a nice full size machine that fits us taller guys and the sound that comes out of it is nothing short of intoxicating anyways I hope to see some good how to videos coming up from you as I learn alot from your content..... wondering have you ever had any Kawasaki's from the old era and if so it was your favorite
Thanks for the feedback Jesse! That is so awesome to hear. So badass you found an 01 KX125, I'd love to have one of those. I'd also like to grab an 01/02 KX250 to compare to the last gen models!
I rode an 06 once wasn't quite impressive vibrated my feet numb and the bike felt wide. My RM250 feels light, nimble, planted, and has a good powerband. The coating on the exhaust was really cool.
Interesting feedback! I feel a little vibration in my feet on my 07 as well. I can't wait to ride the 06 RM though!
@@GregHitchko Its weird how different all the bikes feel and perform visually they are similar. I have a 96 YZ125 that doesn't corner as well as my RM250, but is very stable. Been hard for me to get used to the more modern flat seat versus the 90's dip in the seat. Feel like I'm riding on the bike and not with the bike. Some guys might not like the quick turning Suzuki or skinny frame. Its all preference really.
@@HVAC544 yeah you can definitely tell the difference between the older/newer bikes where it feels like you're riding ON the bike instead of in it or "with" it. Takes a little to get used to going back and forth!
Love this video mate... a wealth of information coming from a knowledgeable guy... keep the excellent videos coming bro... and btw love my 03/04 I have 03 motor in 04 chassis must mean I have best of both worlds 💚🏍💨
Thanks for the feedback Daniel! I will keep them coming for sure. Man I would love to try your bike out and compare it to my 2007!
Had an 03 for 10 years. Only 2 spark plugs and regular maintenance she ran great never had to open up the engine since brand new!
Wow that's incredible dude! Great to hear that, treat them right and they will treat you well as well
I never raced one but when i raced my 97 cr250 i rode a 99 kx250. My impression was cushy, less vibration, felt taller, good pull, not as much overrev. It was easier to ride faster for longer than my bike.
Kaplan America said the 2007 kx250 is the cream of the crop and the best kx 250 there is and I would really enjoy having any kx250
He is spot on with that analysis for sure! But you are right, any kx250 that you come across these days is an amazing pick up.
I know I'm a little late to the party but awesome video dude! So much detail on the slight changes. Gained a sub from a diehard kx125 collector 👍
Right on! Thanks for the feedback dude and glad you enjoy the channel. Do you have an instagram? Now I need to see said KX125 collection haha
I picked up a 2005 kx250 last week! Another awesome video man your going places!!
Hell yeah Linden, thanks again! So rad you picked up a 2005. What do you have planned for it?
@@GregHitchko Hard enduro/single track/woods bike!
@@lindenphilippson Nice! I was so close to grabbing anothing KX to do the exact same thing
Your description of the 06 07 sounded like you were describing my 90 kx250.. Soft suspension, doesn't corner well, nothing on the bottom end, but has a hard hitting mid range and killer top end.
Damn, sounds pretty much like it haha. After a while I feel like you can just adapt to the way the bike handles and it become second nature
@@GregHitchko exactly! I'm getting old so I'm starting to like the soft suspension. Bad cornering, just get it pointed in the right direction as fast as possible and shoot it. Uncontrollable top end, just tell myself to stop acting like I have a vagina, rip it and pray for the best.
Love these bikes, your is so cool with the team Chevrolet graphics. I have a pair of the real Fox pro race pants from the Chevrolet team on my garage wall ....awesome video!
Thank you! That so awesome about the Fox pants, I'd love to find a pair of the Orange Carmichael ones, I have the Jersey but not the pants.
Your Chanel is gold brother keep pushing awesome content for the 2 strokers 🥵🥵🤟🏽
Really appreciate that Chris! The two stroke content will keep coming thats for sure. Thanks for the support!
Im 10 seconds in and i can tell you i seriously regret selling my 2005 kx 250, i bought a 2003 later since and regretted it the 03 ones the motor felt less then the 05 slightly different suspension too. My 2005 had pull any rpm and i believe it happened from tilting the engine different degree forward but the motor seriously felt different, in my opinion 2005-2007 best you can pickup and the wheelbase felt slightly shorter = more wheelies and every person that rode my 05 thought it was too much lol i miss my 2005, dont sell yours guys lol
Love this comment man! Thanks for sharing those details between the 05 and 03 models. Super interesting to hear another person's perspective on it!
Kawasaki is the winningest manufacture for a reason. That doesnt mean a stock bike may not need tweaks. It sounds like this KX needed them for sure.
Bike does absolutely rip! You couldn't be more correct, everyone feels things different, and what works for someone else might not work for another.
That’s a really cool bike, my first full sized bike was a 1998 kx125 and it was a blast!
That's badass Elijah. I may have to try and find an older one like that to redo. What do you have now?
Currently I’m riding a 2007 rmz 250 and I love my current bike.
@@elijahcollier1385 Right on! Not many people on those RMZ's anymore, especially those early ones.
@@GregHitchko it’s such a shame that Suzuki fell off I love their bike because of the comfort and styling.
@@elijahcollier1385 It definitely is because the suzuki's are some of the best handling bikes out there!
I definitely love my 06 kx250 and was way more comfortable on it than a yz250
That awesome! I am so curios how the KX is going to stack up back to back with the other models now.
KX is good but the YZ250 is standard of the class.
100% helpful, I love been looking at a 01 kx250 and a 05 kx250. I’m going to go with the 05
Right on dude! You'll thoroughly enjoy either one. But I do miss my 07 to say the least.
I've had a 98 KX250 for the last couple years actually in the process of totally redoing it new Wheels Big Bore Kit The Whole Nine Yards
That's rad Kyle! I would love to be able to compare an older one like that against my 2007.
@@GregHitchko cool I'll keep in contact with you maybe we can do something in the spring or summer
@@kylelangworthy9641 That would be sweet, are you in Utah?
@@GregHitchko LOL I'm afraid not far from it I'm actually in Maine
@@kylelangworthy9641 🤣🤣 only a hop skip and a jump away!
Awesome vid! I am completely customizing a 2001 KX-250 top to bottom. Need to find a new power valve shaft. Sure could use some help finding one.
Nice!! I will keep my eye out for you 👍🏼
99-02 will always be my favorite and the goats fav also
good info accept there was a change from 2005 to 2006 if you look at the part numbers on the cylinder head from 2005 to 2006 they are different.... this is because they bumped up the compression in 2006
Right on! Thank's for sharing that info my dude!
I had an 05 and I recall my 1994 had more bottom end. I sold the 05 for an 06 crf450r and never looked back. Still ride the crf every weekend but thinking about finally getting a newer model for the electric start, hydrolic clutch and fuel injection, I'm getting old.
My son rips his kx85, he loves his green machine.
Those mid to late 90's Kawasaki's were like the gold standard of that era so i definitely believe it! I'd love to find and build one of those. Those new CRF's look niceee, it's hard to jump back on a two stroke after coming off of a four stroke. Either way, it's just great to be out on a dirt bike!
Picked up an '03 basket case, the green frame looks righteous. Not sure why you would change the graphics, that's the way it should be. Don't ever push a bike off a cliff without first lighting it on fire.
Hahahaha I will keep that in mind
Really enjoy the videos and history behind the year to year changes.
Glad you enjoy them man! I love comparing the bikes like this, so fascinating.
James Stewart loved the KX 250 he beat 450s on it constantly even Ricky Carmichael on his RMZ 450 I love Kawasaki KXs the 1979 KX250 is a awesome collector bike
Just bought a 2003 kx 250 today and im excited to use it definitely want to upgrade it just not sure what to upgrade.
Right on that is awesome man! Check out the video I have on my channel about the best mods for a KX250. th-cam.com/video/wA1w9-xYcz4/w-d-xo.html
@@GregHitchko thanks buddy 👍
@@ac3v3n0m9 no doubt! If you have more questions, DM on instagram or email me at ghitchko@gmail.com
Good video! Some of the best mods for a kx 250. A V Force reed valve , Stealy medium flywheel weight, I CAT or I Booster. Promise....
I REALLY want to try a flywheel weight on the KX! I’d love to be able to compare how it rides to stock
It was the best mod ! Great on a motocross track or climbing a hill. Bike stalls less in corners and it made my 2002 KX hit harder! You can grab clutch and power comes right back .
@@shanecircle1236I’m a dude,would you share what weight flywheel,I would like to use one if it’s going to help not stall.
@@aliciacaldera3175 Steahly or other companies have three types. light ,medium, heavy. The ounces are determined for your specific bike. I used a medium. It was plus 11 ounces ? Works great for me.
Nice! I’m in the market for a KX250 I have an 05 Rm250 I just rebuilt. I also have a 97 cr250 I’m in the middle of restoring 😎cool vid
Thanks man! Dude you have a gem of a bike with that 05 RM250 too.
I love my 2006, would love to find new Chevy Graphix, mine came just like yours.
Thanks Greg, i have an '02 not to sure what the previous owner has done to it, because I'm working away from home (dang it) but first impressions are good though. Any though on the Doma exhaust, really seems to have electric smooth power, although traction was a problem the first couple of rides I took, and I honestly didn't want to risk it on the tarmac... Sounds terrific though.
That's awesome about the power delivery on the Doma because the bike stock is almost like a light switch, on the off!
Black frame it would look so damn good
That would also look sooo good!
I have the 2003 KX 250. Absolutely love it.
That's awesome, great bike!
Greg I've recommended Blenzal Racing Castor many times but it's great if you're pinning it on the pipe but not so good for lower RPMs like Enduro type riding .👍🤓
So true! Thanks for sharing that dude because not everyone knows that about castor oil. Like you said, great when it's wide open situations, not so much when you are lugging. Cheers!
Kawasaki let's a good times roll Kawasaki let the good times roll Kawasaki lots of good times roll get a board get away and you're going to say let the good times roll. 🧐 KX450F,KX125
as of now 🤓 I'm lucky to have to ProCircit Team 1997
Billy Paynes race bike+ Michael Byrne's Practice the
Green Tractor 56 hp Fox Suspension best bike I've ever had
I'm @Pala Right Now it's to muddy so I'll let it wait till like 10am then the Green Tractor
@@christophersmithsonian3350 don't be telling me that stuff! How do you sleep at night with all of that epicness sitting in your garage haha! Do you have instagram to send me pictures or you can email me hitchmotoko@gmail.com I have to see haha
@@GregHitchko this is my pH number txt me and I'll send some photos 6197317000 Mark Smithson
I bought a 2000 KX250 when it first came out it was a great bike I still own it but it blew the bottom main bearing out at 25 hours
Wow crazy you still have that bike from new, from 2000! Who would have thought they would be so valued right now.
@@GregHitchko only paid $3,800 for it brand new out the door from John Burr cycles in Southern California. right around April 2000
Kind if late to the party, but I would leave the frame like it is - Kawi green :)
Thanks Mark! Glad to have you along for the ride, big fan of that green frame too. Isn't going anywhere!
YES!! It is a great bike
You know it!!
I personally love them
I second that dude!
I’ve got a 1999 kx250 and was wondering what you think about it? Would it be worth turning into a race bike? Also what are those plastics you have on yours? They looks really good! Nice video also!
I had thought about buying an older one like that and turning it into a race bike. I think it would be fun! They are acerbis plastics with the 2018 kx250f front fender and cycra stadium plate up front.
You’re the man!! Thanks!!
When ever you want to swing a leg over it, let me know haha. ;)
Great vid bro! Can’t wait to see that line up all finished. I’d jus freshen that bike up. It already looks mint. I wouldn’t do any more to it then necessary!
Thanks AJ! Exactly my plan with this bad boy, nice little freshen to get it looking brand spanking new again haha
Im new to riding lol Nd my first bike is a Kawasaki kx 250 with a big bore kit I’m told it’s supposedly a 270 Nd this thing is mad crazy compared to my friends 250s Nd 400
That's what's up right there! That bike probably RIPS man! Enjoy it
I wish I could attach pics of the 2001 I'm fully customising for trails.
That would be great if you could!
@@GregHitchko do you have an email mate. How do I private message you.
@@JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft Instagram @greghitchko or you can email me at hitchmotoko@gmail.com
Hi Greg. I’m rebuilding a 2003 KX250. In your opinion to get the bests suspensión performance, should i install newer model KYB forks and Shock? Or do you think that revalving the stock ones can get the same level of performance?
Absolutely love my 2006, handling could be better in the corners, how much of a difference did the pro circuit link arm make? I’m 195cm so I don’t want make the bike lower really. What’s your thoughts
I am 6'3", I didn't notice a huge difference by just sitting on the bike but it is definitely a more stable handling bike because of it now!
@@GregHitchko I am just rebuilding the bike at the minute so I might think about throwing one on it.
Great videos really enjoying watching them keep up the good work 🤟🏼👍🏻
@@sambellamy5330 oh hell yeah, thanks Sam! It's a pain in the arse trying to get one from PC however since they are always out of stock. Call them and get your name on the list to order one and when they get enough demand for them, that is when they produce them.
2004 kx 250cc its a beast! 💪 👌
Oh hell yeah! All about it Chris!
Still rebuilding it as we speak almost done this spring in 2021 will be completed !
@@chrisfischer8595 can't wait to see it when it's done!
Yes, I love my 04 kx250 also! I bought it and an 05 yz450f and rebuilt both and now I need to sell the yz but it cost so much more to rebuild I can't get near what I have in it back so that sucks. It's crazy tho that the much simpler engine in the kx250 makes more hp than the nearly double cc yz450
Well I wish a saw this video before getting a kx250 2002
I’d love to build a 2002 actually!
@@GregHitchko why? Isn The 03 better in all ways?
Just grab a 2001 kx250 ...what are your thoughts
I'd love to find one of those so bad! Engine is killer but it does have a longer and wider feeling, making it a little tougher to crank tight turns. Has a very predictable feeling which is nice however.
I subscribed. Do you have a Kx 100? If you do, I'd love to see you talk about it or ride it.
Right on!! Yes my wife does! Definitely will do videos of it coming up
Please make a video for KX 125 and CR 125 pleaseee
Haha I will have to put it on my list of videos to produce for sure!
Currently doing a ground up rebuild on my old 1998 Honda CR125 that I bought new in 1998 and raced for a few years back then. Had Millennium Technologies rebuild the entire motor and put the 144cc overbore kit on it. Putting a Lectron carb, and a few other mods on it too.
A good friend of mine bought a 1998 KX 125 at the same time and sent the motor and suspension to pro circuit. No doubt the bike was much faster and better handling after pro circuit had their way with it but even in stock form, although it was obviously down on power compared to the CR, the ergonomics encouraged the rider to push harder with more confidence.
@@MX109MX that comparison between the cr125 and the kx125 and getting them worked on from those two companies is fascinating. Thanks for sharing that! So rad. Makes me want to do a 125 build.
@@GregHitchko Thanks. I recently picked up a 1998 Honda CR250 and a 2007 RM250 also. Searching TH-cam videos for the RM is how I came across your channel. Doing a good job with it btw. Your video of the RM250s made me feel pretty good about picking up "a rare unicorn" as you put it. It s a fun bike to ride for sure.
As far as doing a 125cc build, I’d highly encourage it. If you produce a video build on it, we’ll watch it.
(*Dirt*Bikes currently in my stable 1998 CR125 and 1998 CR250, 2007 YZ450, 2007 RM250, 2017 KTM 350 XCF, and 2015 KTM Freeride 250 2 stroke. My kids have a 2019 YZ250f, 2005 CRF250, and 2015 KLX140).
@@MX109MX hell yeah!! Nice pick up on that 2007, definitely a unicorn haha. I think a 125 or 500 build next has my name on it. I think those will attract a very large audience. I appreciate the support and feedback. You have yourself quite the stable there as well, I'd love that 350xcf for the trails!
I have an 05. I honestly dont have any of the problems they had 🤷♂️
Right?! I had some of the cornering issues in ruts but once I put those 22.5 offset triple clamps on there, those disappeared.
@@GregHitchko really? Man mine Corners amazing. Course I ride what I got and I adapted to it so thats probably why lol. I stear more with the front and the rear usually follows suit. Congrats and your channel its getting bigger each day🤙
It wasn't terrible before but I definitely noticed a difference and how much less effort it took to stay in ruts after I made that switch! I am like you where I just adapt and learn to deal and ride with it the way it is as well haha.
Hey Greg, loving the site and of course the videos. Would you have any recommendations of a site that may still stock kx250 2007 22mm offset triple clamp, as I am having a few issue finding stock available? Thanks and keep up the great work! 🙂
Thanks dude! I would check applied racing, they will have them in stock once in a while. Other than that, it is super hard to find a set and a company who makes them still.
@@GregHitchko Thanks Greg, I will check them out. Keep it on the pipe bro!
hey what's up Greg!!! just got 07 kx250 and woow so glad I found your channel!! what grey stand are you using to hold the kx250 @10:26???
Heck yeah Teggy! That stand is from Harbor Freight actually, its like $20 bucks or something, super cheap price but super sturdy and durable. I have 4 of them haha
What do you think a 03 brand new never ridden is worth thinking of buying one
Sooo you're telling me you found one?!
@@GregHitchko I know where theres 2 of them an02 and 03 new never used what should I pay for the 2003
@@ktmdays That's awesome! Man it's hard to say, I'd at least be willing to pay what the original MSRP was, but it'll probably be more than that I am assuming. Where are the bikes located?
Cool video Greg. I have a project going, full 250 two stroke Kawasaki Carmichael replica, mixed with modern parts and i will use the 05, this will put an axe into my wallet, but its worth it, literally going to figure out, where to go, pro circuit top end, but i might take another step for the ignition,, maybe twisted development, custom triple clamps (not sure) maybe ride enginering, everything will be coated to rc's 01 Colours.
I will however not paint the frame green, as i love the silver from Bubbas 05,
Modern KYB rear and front suspension.
Probably talon wheels as they have the closest to the magnesium look.
Chevy trucks custom graphic kits.
Will also lower the subframe , not sure how much yet, but i might try to squeese those numbers through some friends in the industry.
Also different breaks calipers front and rear. The rest will be obviously the same companies that worked with kawi back then, for sparkplugs, airfilter etc. Full Hinson clutch, boyesen impeller.
Yepp it might ruin my Wallet but it Will be a project that will take some time. But im up for it. Scrambling parts is the hard task. Passion is the drive!
YESSSS! Dude I am so pumped about this for you. This is going to turn out amazing and I can't wait to see it. Do you have instagram where I could follow along with the build??
i have not decieded if i will go for insta or a thread on vital. I´ll keep you updated.
@@mikebrown41182 Sounds good!
Did you see vast improvement with the pro circuit linkage arm? Just picked up a 2006 kx250 and thinking of slapping one on. Also how tall are you? You make that 250 look like a 100!
Also the PO of my 06 had the frame powder coated black. Looks great.
The PC link helped make the bike much more stable and settled in the rear! I am 6'3" and i definitely make the bike look like a 100 haha its ridiculous.
@@rancegable2736 that's rad, id love to see a picture of it
@@GregHitchko I’ll pm you on Instagram, great vids keep it up!
@@rancegable2736 thanks my man, sounds good!
Will the 01 motor fit in an 03?
Hey mate what year front fender & plate have you got on your 2007 kx cheers
It's the cycra front stadium plate and 2018 KXF front fender.
Hey Greg, I have an 05 kx250 and am coming off a newer KTM 150. What should I do to get this bike to handle a bit better? Not expecting the bike to feel light like my KTM but it just doesnt want to turn for me
Congrats on the KX250 dude. Definitely will handle much differently than the KTM 150. The most important thing I would say is making sure your suspension is set up correctly. Double check the clickers and go from there. Then respring and revalve perhaps. Here is also a video I made on the best mods of you need more after first working on the stock suspension!
th-cam.com/video/wA1w9-xYcz4/w-d-xo.html
@@GregHitchko thanks greg! Keep up the great work
@@Jeff-vh2kn thank you Jeff! Let me know if you have any other questions on it as well 👍🏼
Do a 125 build and giveaway free entry
I'd love to do a 125 build eventually!!
These bikes are awesome.
Own an 0u myself and built it up. Amazing and definitely a Keeper
Hell yeah man, you can say that again. I love mine. What year is yours?
@@GregHitchko 06
@@GregHitchko keep it up dude, i can identify with the way you are into the sport so much 👌
@@MS215_ good stuff right there!
@@MS215_ that definitely means a lot dude! I love the sport and I love being able to connect with people like yourself because of it. 🙌🏼
Thx for vid ,I'm from New Zealand and looking to by a kx i am 43 now and starting to get nostalgic so wanting to snap up a old 2 stroke 4 keeps! There are guys advertising kx 250 2008? I'm confused why they are calling them 2008 can you help me to understand what's going on , maybe made in 07 and sold in 08? Is there a number on frame I can look for to know what I'm looking for if so what number and where? Cheers m8
07 was the last year they made the kx 250 2 stroke.
Might be a 4 stroke !! Kxf is four stroke.
There 2 smokers and being advertised as 08
@@michaelroberts6299 I would ask them if they know what year it is !! The last year was 07 for the kx 250 2 stroke. Evidently they don't know what they are talking about !!
On the vin under the handle bar, count from left to right until you get to the tenth digit which will be a number. If it's a 7 it's an 07. If it's a 5 it's an 05 year and so on !!
Why you panned hard left bro? Great info though, thanks!
Haha it was the same mic I use for other video's so not really sure what happened there.
Dude just realized youve never done a ktm from this era.
Ride Red 🤘🏼
I'm looking forward to riding the CR250 that I have as a part of my shootout!
I got the 2004 bottom end power feels like a 4stroke alsome super good for wheelies 12s and corners not to much shifting hill jumps alsome nimble got to say no power band kinda sucks and is a stink bug I feel like the hole bike sit high af not just the ass tho it does
I'd love to find an 04, sounds like a ripper you have there!
Do Yamaha next
Yes! I for sure need to do one for the Yamaha!
@@GregHitchkostill waiting😂😂love the vids!
I'm looking at a 98.
Audio?
Haha yeah not sure what happened to the mic there.
Got a kx250f 2005 for 500 bucks holla.
I'll buy it off of you for $600 haha. Nice pick up!
Music making it difficult to watch
99 way better
I'd love to try one out!
Did you say power coat? Also, Chevy truck edition? Lol, wtf are you talking about. Definitely not a Chevy truck edition.
i have a 01 kx250. it rips!!!
Right on! I really want to get an 99-02 model as one of my next projects!
@Moto3 oneone thanks man! Super cool to hear about your bike from those years. I’d love to be able to find one and do a build to compare the years. That would be sweet. I appreciate the feedback too ✊🏼💨