Let's see/review those 2019 kx450s

DB97 wrote:

Woo green plastics! Graphics are coming tomorrow. [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/02/28/328632/s1200_WP_20190228_16_07_12_Pro.jpg[/img]

Woo green plastics! Graphics are coming tomorrow.

DB97 wrote:

Woo green plastics! Graphics are coming tomorrow. [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/02/28/328632/s1200_WP_20190228_16_07_12_Pro.jpg[/img]

Woo green plastics! Graphics are coming tomorrow.

D_Mash336 wrote:

What graphics did you get for the bike?

Markopolo400 wrote:

That looks really slick

slipdog wrote:

Purely in stock form, the KX has a more forgiving feel to the forks but they are basically the same forks. Going back to back most...

Purely in stock form, the KX has a more forgiving feel to the forks but they are basically the same forks. Going back to back most people would rate the KX set up higher than the CRF. That doesn't mean it's not without fault, but both can be set up with proper modifications to be better so I wouldn't put much weight into which one absorbs the chop better unless you plan to leave the suspension 100% stock.

snackfedbear wrote:

I’m think I’m more so asking in regards to the chassis flex. I really only have a couple complaints about the Honda. The cramped cockpit, and...

I’m think I’m more so asking in regards to the chassis flex. I really only have a couple complaints about the Honda. The cramped cockpit, and the rigid chassis. I rode my dads 05 crf back to back with my 17 and felt like it had a less rigid feeling chassis in comparison. My suspension has been revalved 3 different times and I love how good the bike soaks up all the long stroke stuff .( transitions between jumps and landings) I just can’t get rid of the rigid feeling in the chop without making the suspension too soft. My dads 05 has no suspension work done at all. Maybe it was too undersprung.. but it still felt better. I’m not sure but I do know that the 17 chassis is still pretty rigid feeling even after mods like changing the engine hangers to the RX and removing the rear tank bolts and mid pipe bolts.

This is strictly my theory but I kind of feel there’s a give and take in precision to comfort. if you want precision to put you where you want at any moment then the Honda is awesome for that.. but it’s going to sacrifice some comfortability/forgiveness. Im riding less aggressive these days since having kids so the thing I want most in my bike is comfort.

I guess with all that being said, my question is do you think that the Hondas are more rigid feeling or am I talking out my ass? Lol

D_Mash336 wrote:

just now seeing your post. The rigidity of the 2017 crf450r was the reason why I switched to the KX. It is a much smoother riding...

just now seeing your post. The rigidity of the 2017 crf450r was the reason why I switched to the KX. It is a much smoother riding bike. With my 2017 CRF450 I found myself getting stood up in corners all the time, or pushing through the ruts. I don't have that issue with my KX. Chassis is pretty comfortable and definitely a little more open. I am 6' and 210 lbs and I find myself without complaints as far as chassis goes.

snackfedbear wrote:

I’m think I’m more so asking in regards to the chassis flex. I really only have a couple complaints about the Honda. The cramped cockpit, and...

I’m think I’m more so asking in regards to the chassis flex. I really only have a couple complaints about the Honda. The cramped cockpit, and the rigid chassis. I rode my dads 05 crf back to back with my 17 and felt like it had a less rigid feeling chassis in comparison. My suspension has been revalved 3 different times and I love how good the bike soaks up all the long stroke stuff .( transitions between jumps and landings) I just can’t get rid of the rigid feeling in the chop without making the suspension too soft. My dads 05 has no suspension work done at all. Maybe it was too undersprung.. but it still felt better. I’m not sure but I do know that the 17 chassis is still pretty rigid feeling even after mods like changing the engine hangers to the RX and removing the rear tank bolts and mid pipe bolts.

This is strictly my theory but I kind of feel there’s a give and take in precision to comfort. if you want precision to put you where you want at any moment then the Honda is awesome for that.. but it’s going to sacrifice some comfortability/forgiveness. Im riding less aggressive these days since having kids so the thing I want most in my bike is comfort.

I guess with all that being said, my question is do you think that the Hondas are more rigid feeling or am I talking out my ass? Lol

D_Mash336 wrote:

just now seeing your post. The rigidity of the 2017 crf450r was the reason why I switched to the KX. It is a much smoother riding...

just now seeing your post. The rigidity of the 2017 crf450r was the reason why I switched to the KX. It is a much smoother riding bike. With my 2017 CRF450 I found myself getting stood up in corners all the time, or pushing through the ruts. I don't have that issue with my KX. Chassis is pretty comfortable and definitely a little more open. I am 6' and 210 lbs and I find myself without complaints as far as chassis goes.

NeedMoto wrote:

I'm with you guys on this one, being that the Honda just has a rigid frame that no suspension can tune out. I for the life...

I'm with you guys on this one, being that the Honda just has a rigid frame that no suspension can tune out. I for the life of me, couldn't get a comfortable feel through the square edge chop, and acceleration chop (17 Honda). Especially later when the tracks dry out and get nasty.

FC valved it twice, then Graeme Brough. I worked with GB at the track, we got it very balanced and tracking as it should. No matter what, just to much feedback through the arms.

I'm old, I need comfort. Sold the Honda, I'm Kawi bound, especially after riding one a couple times back to back with a Honda.

Killed me to sell the Honda, there a bad ass scoot!

Click588 wrote:

Just got the bike ready to go racing!!! [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328787/s1200_512466DB_F9C9_4C13_B533_49392AEF3404.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328789/s1200_5883F5B1_FBAC_4F9A_A97C_A166412CD7C5.jpg[/img]

Just got the bike ready to go racing!!!

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

SLAPAHO wrote:

Bike looks saweeet :ohmy: waiting for my green plates to arrive before putting on the new backgrounds, can't wait... :) oh, and i have the same...

Bike looks saweeet

waiting for my green plates to arrive before putting on the new backgrounds, can't wait...

oh, and i have the same seat cover sitting in the garage too

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

nch209 wrote:

Very Clean! The photo with the back frame looked good- but even without that, still looks great!

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

-MAVERICK- wrote:

Looks good but you might want to put a chain on it if you plan on riding it.

DB97 wrote:

Haha yeah I'm in the middle of a sprocket change. Going to dirt tricks and x ring chain tired of wearing them out every 10 hours.

DB97 wrote:

Haha yeah I'm in the middle of a sprocket change. Going to dirt tricks and x ring chain tired of wearing them out every 10 hours.

D_Mash336 wrote:

The DID ERV3 is a sealed x-ring chain and it won’t rub your engine case.

lawson34 wrote:

What tire pressure do u guys run

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

DB97 wrote:

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it![img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328923/s1200_WP_20190301_19_48_50_Pro.jpg[/img] [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/03/01/328924/s1200_WP_20190301_19_49_08_Pro.jpg[/img]

I was a little skeptical when I first got the graphics. But on the bike they're sick I love it!

Talisker wrote:

Wow, i agree kit looks great on the bike. Simple and clean.
What bar bend are you running?

Nystrom7 wrote:

Ive seen them on ebay but do they have benefits besides lowering the bike?

Im sceptical, if its to high maybe cut the Seat?