2020 KX250 FIRST RIDE

Jarrod458
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7/11/2019 6:24pm Edited Date/Time 7/18/2019 12:55pm
I’m coming off a 2017 kx250f that I love. The fork I even dealt with and thought it wasn’t terrible like everyone claims. So my initial thoughts on the 2020 KX250 are
THE GOOD
1. It flat out RIPS
2. Revs to the moon!
3. Forks and shock were noticeably much better within two minutes of ride time.
4. Awesome tires
5. It RIPS
6. Yes once again IT RIPS
7. It tracks straight as an arrow on acceleration bumps. Some of them were pretty big whooped out sections on a rough track and it still was straight and my confidence went up!
THE BAD
1. Lost a little bottom. Not a ton, but noticeable from my 17
2. Since they changed the piston to a high compression piston and the other engine changes they made, its harder to kick. I loved how easy my 17 was to kick.

CONCLUSION
I’m pumped on my purchase today!!!! This thing flys and is so fucking stable.


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ledger
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7/11/2019 8:44pm
Dude, your'e not suppose to smile like that...you gotta look mean. Just mess'n with you, congrats on a great bike, and I'd be smiling too.
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Jerkolantern
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7/11/2019 9:24pm
They need a bigger muffler... But it's a sweet ass bike none the less! Congrats
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NoMuff2Tuff
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7/11/2019 9:27pm
That's good to know, making my decision on a 2020 250f is getting harder and harder, there all really good bikes. I'm a Honda guy so I'm just waiting on some test with the new changes they made. Glad you like it!
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Boomslang
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7/11/2019 9:36pm
The problem is that these dudes are copying motogp technology...these motos are built for wide open top end only and a lame bottom end.

Either way, it gonna take a little cash to work these motors.

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7/12/2019 9:31am
Add a tooth to the rear sprocket?
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kb228
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7/12/2019 9:35am
Glad its a winner for you!
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280driver
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7/12/2019 10:25am
Boomslang wrote:
The problem is that these dudes are copying motogp technology...these motos are built for wide open top end only and a lame bottom end. Either way...
The problem is that these dudes are copying motogp technology...these motos are built for wide open top end only and a lame bottom end.

Either way, it gonna take a little cash to work these motors.

Keefer says bottom end is good. Torque is on par with KTM/Husky/Yam but with better overrev. Sounds like Kawi did their homework.
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hogkiller
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7/12/2019 11:28am
All that is nice...........But i want to know if it RIPS
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BroFoSho
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7/12/2019 2:46pm
Harder to kick??? Oh wait.... in 2020 it still has a kickstarter?
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Jarrod458
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7/12/2019 3:03pm
BroFoSho wrote:
Harder to kick??? Oh wait.... in 2020 it still has a kickstarter?
when they put the button on next year for all the sissy’s it wins the class. Stamp it. This thing is amazing
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pCp 252
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7/15/2019 11:35am
Impressed how quickly you were able to take delivery of one. Where are you located? Mind saying what you paid? Here in MA with sales tax at 6.25% and the $500 Kawi incentive, I’m looking at $7120 OTD.
7/15/2019 12:38pm
Boomslang wrote:
The problem is that these dudes are copying motogp technology...these motos are built for wide open top end only and a lame bottom end. Either way...
The problem is that these dudes are copying motogp technology...these motos are built for wide open top end only and a lame bottom end.

Either way, it gonna take a little cash to work these motors.

I don't know if I agree

The make more power from about 9000 onward
And most people ride way past 9000 when they have the throttle more than half open.

The initial "tip in" of throttle is weaker - commonly referred to as "bottom" but really it means turn the throttle more....and get more

The engine could easily go back to "last years" bottom with slightly different cam profiles. In fact just a small intake cam change would do it.
It would also lose most of the power gains it's gotten

Power is king in the 250f class - and I think kawi is saving the consumer about 5000 dollars with the 5hp they picked up - and a LOT of reliability from most mods. I'd take that power all day and money savings vs trying to mod a 2019 and make it competitive with a ktm.

If you are a vet looking for more bottom specifically - pick up a left over 2019 for bargin prices.
And in 2021 - there will be plenty of cam options at that point to get the bottom back in trade for the top.
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7/15/2019 3:27pm
I️ keep hearing the ‘20 has 4-5hp gain over the ‘19. Where is this figure coming from? Nothing I’ve read/watched has mentioned hp figures.
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Timo_2824
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7/15/2019 3:37pm
280driver wrote:
Keefer says bottom end is good. Torque is on par with KTM/Husky/Yam but with better overrev. Sounds like Kawi did their homework.
I believe he said it was still behind the KTM and Yamaha on torque and and won't be in contention for shootout wins...
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7/15/2019 3:49pm
pCp 252 wrote:
Impressed how quickly you were able to take delivery of one. Where are you located? Mind saying what you paid? Here in MA with sales tax...
Impressed how quickly you were able to take delivery of one. Where are you located? Mind saying what you paid? Here in MA with sales tax at 6.25% and the $500 Kawi incentive, I’m looking at $7120 OTD.
What would your payment be?
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7/15/2019 3:54pm
pCp 252 wrote:
Impressed how quickly you were able to take delivery of one. Where are you located? Mind saying what you paid? Here in MA with sales tax...
Impressed how quickly you were able to take delivery of one. Where are you located? Mind saying what you paid? Here in MA with sales tax at 6.25% and the $500 Kawi incentive, I’m looking at $7120 OTD.
Moto331 wrote:
What would your payment be?
My guess is somewhere around $155-$185
Texas Built
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7/15/2019 4:10pm
They need a bigger muffler... But it's a sweet ass bike none the less! Congrats
No more whale dick mufflers please.
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Moto331
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7/15/2019 5:18pm
They need a bigger muffler... But it's a sweet ass bike none the less! Congrats
No more whale dick mufflers please.
There is nothing more dumb looking in those enormous exhausts. I agree completely
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pCp 252
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7/15/2019 5:56pm
Muffler appears smaller than the new kx450, or at least more hidden behind the number plate.

Wasn’t interested in financing so didn’t ask about a payment plan. I’d pay cash.
yz25
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7/15/2019 7:31pm
They need a bigger muffler... But it's a sweet ass bike none the less! Congrats
No more whale dick mufflers please.
Might be one of the funnest replies I have read! That was some fine work sir!!! Lol!
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Jarrod458
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7/16/2019 8:31pm Edited Date/Time 7/16/2019 8:44pm
You mentioned it was very stable, does it corner as good as your old ride?
Yes. Like a dream... BTW the MXA test just came out on YouTube and said the exact same things I mentioned in my original post. Maybe I do have a career in this sport after all! 😂 😂
Jarrod458
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7/16/2019 8:33pm
280driver wrote:
I️ keep hearing the ‘20 has 4-5hp gain over the ‘19. Where is this figure coming from? Nothing I’ve read/watched has mentioned hp figures.
Feels about right. The thing runs like a god damn race bike.
chris92six
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7/17/2019 2:00am
Hope these green monsters are available soon in europe... i will get my hands on one when arrive 😍
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You mentioned it was very stable, does it corner as good as your old ride?
Jarrod458 wrote:
Yes. Like a dream... BTW the MXA test just came out on YouTube and said the exact same things I mentioned in my original post. Maybe...
Yes. Like a dream... BTW the MXA test just came out on YouTube and said the exact same things I mentioned in my original post. Maybe I do have a career in this sport after all! 😂 😂
Did you recommend adding a tooth to the rear??
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7/17/2019 6:04am
Damn that's a good looking bike!
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