SUBJECT: GOOD OLD KAWASAKI KDX200

Hello,
I currently own a 2001 KDX 200. I've kept the bike bone stock over the years and always wanted more power, but I was young and financialy unable to throw money at the cause. Now that I can afford to do so. What would you suggest to squeeze some hidden power out of an already awesome bike? (other than installing the FMF"Gnarly",which I intend to do, soon!)

Ed Gardner
Clarksburg, WV

This is one of the finest all-around bikes ever built.  By all means, go for an FMF pipe and a set of Boyesen reeds.  Then go for two teeth more on the countershaft sprocket.  Don't worry, the bike will easily pull the gearing.  At this point, the bike will be a joy to ride.

Here’s a photo of the KDX200 I personally owned for over a decade.

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