Nice build I have a kdx 200 1996 I'm about to do the same thing
@CheyneRiggs4 ай бұрын
Hell yeah man! Make sure to take some pics/video along the way, always feels good to look back on the build after it's done 👌
@GasSoakedRag10 ай бұрын
Great work
@CheyneRiggs10 ай бұрын
Thanks, I really appreciate the compliment 🙏
@cr250r911 ай бұрын
Nice restoration! I have a 1989 that I have put some time and money into but would an considering doing more of s full resto on it like you. Any tips for cleaning / restoring the brake components and swing arm to get that shine back?
@CheyneRiggs10 ай бұрын
Do it! Take some good pics video too, haha. I actually used a wire wheel to clean pretty much everything metal, and anything plastic/rubber was cleaned by hand with parts cleaner or just soap and water. The brake lines were easy, just got them clean and covered them with heat shrink tubing, made em look brand new. The calipers were wire wheeled, just left bare/as is when done. The swing arm was a nightmare, it is painted from factory, so I wire wheeled all of that off, and then used sand paper in one direction to achieve the brushed look. I've heard great things about hydroblasting and other media blasting, but I was on a tight budget, and the wire wheels at my work were free to use in my down time 😎.
@DakotaHDrums Жыл бұрын
Hey nice build ! Did you powder coat engine cases ?
@CheyneRiggs Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Nope, powder coat wasn't in the budget, I used a high temp engine enamel for the engine and frame.
@Whiteboyardee Жыл бұрын
Got one and restored but now it only kicks over one time ever day I can’t figure out why
@surfpr727 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations! Super job!
@bypcustommotorised6347 Жыл бұрын
I had to do th same ...
@americanfreedom1 Жыл бұрын
Thank for the video. As popular as the E series are you'd think that hose kit would be around for them, only for the H series. I couldn't find the green either so stayed oem on my E series
@thequadzillaking Жыл бұрын
Splice a super cooler in there !!
@DevinGrigsby Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Also doing a 91 kdx200....is that what everyone else is doing? haha
@MEBOOZER1 Жыл бұрын
Running regular knobbies? Is it kinda tough?
@CheyneRiggs Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, I wouldn't recommend spending much time in the dunes without a paddle. We were only there for a quick visit, the vast majority of our riding is dirt, so the knobbies did just fine for what we needed 👌.
@boozer1399 Жыл бұрын
@@CheyneRiggs thanks for the response. Me and my son will be taking some 80s 3 wheelers out there hopefully next week. First time there for both of us. Looks like a great place. Been watching a lot of videos. Thanks
@CheyneRiggs Жыл бұрын
@@boozer1399 Nice man, sounds like a great time. I love it out there, personally, just be careful of the sand and campsites that have lots of debris, we picked up a few nails our last trip out.
@boozer1399 Жыл бұрын
@@CheyneRiggs we'll remove all we find as well.
@kevdogmillionaire7323 Жыл бұрын
going ot be taking the trail this friday in my 2022 ford maverick, can't wait.
@jesseonamotorcycle2 жыл бұрын
I might be going there this Friday on my Triumph Tiger 1200 👍🏼
@WD-sr8qz2 жыл бұрын
Dude that looks awesome....outstanding job reviving such a cool bike!!
@CheyneRiggs2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, truly appreciated 🙏
@Phuong.Nguyen-2 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video with pretty footages, thanks for sharing my friend :)
@mixflip2 жыл бұрын
I've never been up there.
@jesseonamotorcycle2 жыл бұрын
Me neither might go this Friday
@mixflip2 жыл бұрын
Is that the Genoa peak rd entrance?
@CheyneRiggs2 жыл бұрын
Yes I believe so, there are a few hiking trailheads there as well, really cool spot
@jesseonamotorcycle2 жыл бұрын
Good to know 👍🏼
@taffydownunder64572 жыл бұрын
Bike looks lovely really nice job thanks for the video 👍
@asaknight3212 жыл бұрын
Awesome video
@CheyneRiggs2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated 🙏
@GoddessOfTheMetal3 жыл бұрын
What a cute video! Love the little dump at the end, lol. She's so tough, love her so much!!!
@jesuswarrior64683 жыл бұрын
Strange ridding style mate are you new to dirt bikes. Not being rude but watch some riding skills videos. It seems like you stab the throttle on and off you need to wind out the gears and use clutch to keep power up. Nice trails in America here in Australia we can't ride anywhere it's not fair.
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the advice, but I've been riding for more than 25 years, not new to dirt bikes at all. This was my first time riding woods, I was alone and very far from any help if I got injured or lost, so I was being extra cautious and just taking my time.
@bubbadurel37833 жыл бұрын
Just started a 93 kdx200 rebuild. Can't wait for it to be done!
@ferriman3 жыл бұрын
Looks great, hope mine looks like that when I'm done
@gabrielhernandez70473 жыл бұрын
Ok so im here cause i just got this bike for cheap on offerup its a awsome bike but i only see 4 vids of this bike max and im having a hard time on finding replacments parts for this bike is there anyone who still has this bike and can help me get replacments parts in the us
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
The best place I've found is ebay. Most 125cc pit bike parts are generic and will fit almost all of the different china brands 👍
@jamiecampbell52053 жыл бұрын
Video , 👍. Well done
@jamiecampbell52053 жыл бұрын
By any chance , Sou you have a spare rear fender for this model??
@rafemordente3 жыл бұрын
sick...what trail is this?
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. I'm not sure the name of this one, it's just a little bit down the road from the Corral Trail head, by the first staging area.
@johndifabrizio43443 жыл бұрын
Nice work Bro! How did you get your wife on board to do the build?
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That was easy... I'm not married 🤪.
@chrisstaylor83773 жыл бұрын
Bloody motor bikes ,should be banned in these areas
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
You mean in areas away from housing developments? Areas with very little traffic? Areas way out in the middle of nowhere, where literally no one knows we're there unless we post videos like this? You mean in designated OHV areas where we are permitted to ride and enjoy our passion on public lands that we pay taxes for? Sorry you feel that way, but you can go ahead and take that negativity elsewhere.
@blighty1thealbion2173 жыл бұрын
Stop sniffing
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Sure no prob, lemme just go back in time real quick 😁
@MyCmc1233 жыл бұрын
Share some blow next time lol not do it all before the video
@jeffsilver47303 жыл бұрын
Nice Work. Great bike and video, thanks.
@toxicredn3kgaming6653 жыл бұрын
I'd really like to get in contact with you and ask you some questions about it and some of the parts and stuff
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Sure man, hit me up on Instagram if that works for you, same name as on here 👍
@toxicredn3kgaming6653 жыл бұрын
Hey man, I have an identical bike and right now I have it down to bare frame. Where did you find the engine fastener kit and do you know where I can get a good set of plastics. And an exhaust seems like non of the fmf stuff fit the bike, or at the websites say they dont
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Both fastener kits came from Bolt Motorcycle Hardware, they don't offer premade kits but they can make a custom set that fits perfect. The plastics I found on ebay, side panels are easy to find but I got lucky with the rad shrouds. You can also try Fredette Racing, they keep a lot of stuff in stock for the KDX. I was also lucky enough to find good period correct exhaust stuff to match what the bike came with, but I'm pretty sure FMF still makes a pipe for the bike and they have a universal spark arrestor that looks awesome, not sure about fitment though. Feel free to hit me up on Instagram if you have any questions 👍
@andrewroth19363 жыл бұрын
Where did you get your plastics from? I have a 1989, that uses the same plastics. I am currently doing a face lift on her and putting a street legal kit on because it already has a plate!
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Nice man, that's awesome. I got all my plastics off eBay, the side panels were easy to find but I got lucky with the rad shrouds.
@dylanmurphy83533 жыл бұрын
Blow ur nose dude
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
I wish allergies were that simple 😝
@kawasakimadman4503 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated =]
@samweaver99213 жыл бұрын
I’m just now seeing this video! The bike is absolutely incredible. It did have one problem recently at Ocotillo... the bike would lurch in and out of second with an increase in rpms. I split the cases and found that second gear was totally shot. But I actually found a used (but in great condition) transmission on eBay and swapped it out without any issues. Now the bike is completely perfect! -The guy who bought your bike
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Dude thanks so much for letting me know. I'm glad you're liking the bike, so cool you came across my video, haha. That's wild though, I hope you got plenty of hours in before 2nd went on ya, I'm kinda surprised I never noticed anything. It makes me really happy to hear that you fixed it and are still enjoying it, that bike deserves a good owner like you who will treat it right 👍.
@stevieray18283 жыл бұрын
Bike looks bad ass! Honestly, best looking kdx I've seen. Love the plastics and minimal decals👌
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, I really appreciate the compliment. That's exactly what I was going for, clean and simple 😎
@pitbikeriderz43523 жыл бұрын
this is pitbike love!!
@kevinvail14253 жыл бұрын
I rebuilt my kdx200 of the same year and am now reviving a ‘91 kdx250. This dude got the KDX bug as do I cuz I want to build 5 more. Beautiful work bro! Only thing that’s out of place is the real low cut seat foam but oh well that’s personal preference.
@CheyneRiggs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, much appreciated. I originally cut that seat so my girlfriend at the time could ride it, and I couldn't afford a new one for the rebuild.
@jimbobroy55664 жыл бұрын
Check out my pic that's wot u need
@JoshRex7ven4 жыл бұрын
Hi there, what premix do you run in your kdx? Would 50:1 be fine for trails?
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
Yeah man most likely. I run 32:1 in all of my two-strokes, but the most common mixes for the KDX seem to be around 40:1. As long as you jet correctly you should be fine 👍
@sellie44054 жыл бұрын
how did you recover the plastic headlight that good?
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply, I missed your comment somehow. If you mean the green shroud itself, I just wet sanded in several stages, all the way up to 2000 grit, and shined it up with a plastic polish. The headlight lens was in good shape from the start, just needed to be cleaned and it shined right up 👍
@lodougherty4 жыл бұрын
Where did you find radiator shrouds for this guy? I'm working on fixing up a kdx 200, 1989 model E. Some parts have been discontinued and seem hard to find. I wont go to the length you did, but I'm hoping to get it looking a little better, as it already runs pretty great.
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
I got mine on eBay, was lucky to find a set of nos that matched the original green. I believe they are UFO plastics, they should still offer them.
@lodougherty4 жыл бұрын
@@CheyneRiggs I'll have to keep checking. UFO still makes some pieces, but unfortunately not the shrouds. Thanks for the info.
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
@@lodougherty try Fredette Racing (FRP), he sells all kinds of KDX related stuff on his website, shrouds too iirc.
@Jack-vh2kn4 жыл бұрын
You should get a boyesen ignition cover to complete the blacked out engine look evo mx has oem decals as well if you want oem they are from England though
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
I considered doing an aftermarket ignition cover, but ultimately decided against it as I felt it kinda betrayed the whole budget theme. Plus the bike doesn't have a single Boyesen product on it anyway, haha. Would definitely look awesome, maybe some time in the future.
@Jack-vh2kn4 жыл бұрын
Cheyne Riggs yeah fair enough i guess
@nickwallens80514 жыл бұрын
Can u out the website where u bought the body kit from
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
If by body kit you mean the plastics, I bought each set on Ebay.
@nickwallens80514 жыл бұрын
Cheyne Riggs okay
@GoddessOfTheMetal4 жыл бұрын
Sick!!
@hvnsangel674 жыл бұрын
That was impressive. Great job!
@AdventureToy4 жыл бұрын
hello friend, which kit did you use? of which bike, i'm also restoring a kdx 200 1991 and i'm not finding the hoses.
@CheyneRiggs4 жыл бұрын
H series is 1995-2005 I believe, any of those years should work 👍