New guy with GG frame question

[Yugmoto]

Yeah, the mounts have to be moved, but the biggest hurdle is the swingarm. Material has to be removed from each side, there needs to be enough left for the seals, and I don't want to trim the cases. Plus the pipe, tank etc. The KX125 is pretty straight forward and has been done. The RM looks like a good choice, Yz, probably not and I don't like Ally CRs. But the GG looks like fun. We'll see...

[djroggen]

My $.02 decide how much your gonna spend on building it. Then buy a GasGas that is proven reliable for that same money. Use the time you didn't waste and practice your corners. Or buy one that is already finished.

[Yugmoto]

I hear you djroggen. I've built/restored a few road bikes and rebuilt my dirt bikes, I'm confident I can build a reliable, well sorted machine. I probably will buy a GG or another Husky WR at some point. But for me building something is half the fun. As far as cost I received a complete, running, slightly grungy but titled 03 KDX200 in trade for some CR500 stuff that I had a total of about $500 in, and if I buy the GG chassis it will cost $300 with the title and a desert tank. After that, it's just me and my TIG welder. There is always the time and cost involved sorting the suspension/tuning, but if you enjoy doing it yourself it can be worth it.
GASGAS bikes are a bit rare in AZ it seems. We do have a dealer but I think he mostly deals with trials bikes. I always have my eyes open. I've ridden my GG trials bikes but never an enduro or mx. They seem like they would be perfect for the singletrack around here.

[AZRickD]

I bave an entire 2005 GG ready to part out and sell up here in north Phoenix.

[djroggen]

I know hasslebri built a works unit. That bike could be in a magazine. 2001 kx125 frame/kdx 220 hybrid.

The bike is amazing on the grass track, but just not like a GasGas in the tight stuff. I think he is trying to sell it as we speak.

I hope he won't mind me posting pics. But they are worth 1000 words.

It's as reliable as anything but if I have learned anything over the years. If you want to build something like a "insert whatever" just buy it. Now if you want something better, or need a hobby I do understand.

[Fred1956]

Originally Posted by djroggen

I know hasslebri built a works unit. That bike could be in a magazine. 2001 kx125 frame/kdx 220 hybrid.

The bike is amazing on the grass track, but just not like a GasGas in the tight stuff. I think he is trying to sell it as we speak.

I hope he won't mind me posting pics. But they are worth 1000 words.

It's as reliable as anything but if I have learned anything over the years. If you want to build something like a "insert whatever" just buy it. Now if you want something better, or need a hobby I do understand.

hasslebri has the coolest stuff, his 152 is insane & I've only seen/heard video of it

[Rick]

........that is super cool......

[nknudsen]

Just curious, what are the strong points with the KDX engine?

[djroggen]

Try riding his 152. Weirdest bike you will ever ride handles to a T. But the clutch is basically only for stopping, feathering the clutch does nothing for power. You just grab a handful and it goes. Chugs like a 300, but never rips your arms off. Kinda high jacking this thread...

[Rick]

Originally Posted by djroggen

Try riding his 152. Weirdest bike you will ever ride handles to a T. But the clutch is basically only for stopping, feathering the clutch does nothing for power. You just grab a handful and it goes. Chugs like a 300, but never rips your arms off. Kinda high jacking this thread...

IF I had the cash in hand, that 152 would be on a skid and headed towards Cali I have nice YZ 125 that is set up for off road which is more fun than a barrel of monkeys! But that 152 would top off the stable!

Sorry for the hijack!