New 2012 GasGas

[GMP]

My point exactly. The big sell of 250Fs is the added low end and smoother power. Big sales hit that decimated 125s. Now that everyone is figuring out the real cost of a 250F over the long haul, not to mention the added weight, suddenly small bore 2-strokes look good again but its hard to go back to light switch power. This is why the 144/150 is a good seller.

I have a GG 125 in the family available to me for cheap, plus another top end on the bench. I'd love to do the big bore thing but it has to be done right. Exhaust bridge is the biggest problem. Minor casting changes in a factory cyl would take care of this cleanly, like the Husky. The GG top end is VERY much like the YZ and not much different than the Husky either. PV actuation is the biggest difference, prevents the use of an Athena YZ 144 kit.

[Clay]

Originally Posted by Nhuskys

Pretty impressive ride at the Mudslinger!

Thanks! Are you familiar with the blind pig theory?

[Scrambler]

Yes I also have the 144 kit in my '08 Husky,I have had the itch for a new 200 for some time.I like the looks,headlight,18"rear tire,kickstand,extra low end grunt for the unexpected hill,and all the other goodies that come with this new model.

Though with my Husky working so good,it's a tough call to pull the trigger..although if I get the chance to ride one,I could see me buying it on the spot!

Very cool to see all the new changes,I think you are going to see more used orange for sale.

[Clay]

Originally Posted by GMP

Clay,

I know the factory 152 is the preferred way, but could Spain be persuaded to offer factory 144 kit using the bore only? Seems like it would be a relatively minor R&D task, and could help open up the small bore market here. Just a thought.

Congrats on your ride! Thats tough even for the guys who live there. The Nambo's suspension obviously worked well, was it stock?

Glenn,
I feel like their plate is so full that this would be the wrong time to ask for this unit. I will keep on pushing this.
The shock was stock. The fork had a slight re-valve. I think the Ohlins fork was a tiny bit plusher on the initial movement than the Zoke 48mm. The Zoke fork has much better bottoming resistance than the Ohlins TTX. I had the fork re valved a tiny bit to help with the initial plushness. The suspension on the Nambo is really good.
Clay

[Nhuskys]

Originally Posted by Clay

Yes they are.

Thanks. I looked at the Gabriel Racing website last night and they had it as a 125 Racing. I'll give them a call today.

[3beejay3]

Hi new here (posting), but been lurking for a bit.

The 12's look good to me & I think the issue about the filter may be a non issue. At worst, even if it is cotton, all that will be needed is to cut up a piece of oiled foam & stick it upstream of the factory one. 10 minute job tops.

Just a thought.....

[swazi_matt]

The South African importer has stated that Spain has confirmed the filter as being foam

[GMP]

Good. I would think they should know better. Can't beleive everything you see.

Now, for the big question, the price?

[blitz11]

My guess is that the foam air filter would be less than $30. The whole bike, that's anybody's guess.

[Zhack]

I see that the 2012 has a new frame etc.

I have the following hard parts on my 2011 300EC:

Rekluse CoreEXP
Scorpion Racing Skid plate
Scorpion Racing Rad guards
Enduro Engineering Rear Rotor Guard
Straitline Handlebar Perch Riser to accommodate Sub mounted Scotts Damper
FMF Gnarly Pipe

I've only had the bike since June but have a line of guys wanting to buy it. I'd upgrade to the 2012 in a second if I knew I could take my aftermarket parts along with me.

How many of the above will make the transfer? I'm most concerned about the Rekluse having heard that there have been changes to the clutch. I called Rekluse today and they know nothing.....

Clay (or others) can you comment?

Thanks