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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 04:55 PM
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alright,so as of today i got a 400ex,i do trails and tracks up to 60 footers,i do it all (except dunes) my only problem is im a heavy rider around 250lb,so my 400ex is a little soft and isnt that great on jumps(its hurts)
as far as suspension which one would be the best?and which turns quickest?
yamaha 450?
honda 450?
raptor 660?
suzuki 450?
also ive heard befor the raptor isnt good on tracks cuz its too tall is this true too?
generally i only ride honda because im not in to fixing things except servicing oil,filters,fluids....
which one would i be best with?
also id be buying the earlier editions of all these like 2004 or lower for raptor
no aftermarket suspension advice please unless its under $200
i pretty much have a 3,000 limit...
 
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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 05:05 PM
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get a '05 trx450r... and eventually save up for some elkas
 
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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 05:16 PM
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thank you keep postin
 
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Old Aug 10, 2007 | 03:21 AM
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Z400 will do you good, I am 250# and jumping is nice on it. It also is about 10 hp more than a ex
 
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Old Aug 10, 2007 | 11:06 PM
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how big of jumps do you do?is ur suspension set up for the heaviest?
 
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Old Aug 11, 2007 | 01:59 AM
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4.5' high 15-20 long, no it is still set at stock, bottom out a couple times, but not too bad. hit the jump 3rd gear 1/2to 3/4 throttle. It was in the sand dunes
 
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Old Aug 11, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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yeah i jump longer,higher, and on actually mx tracks, dunes is alot softer,ty keep on postin
 
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 01:47 PM
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Have you considered other types of off road vehicles. GoKarts are great for the sand and jumps! Safer too. They have a lower center of gravity and have a safety harness. Check out our site we offer many great products. Member of the BBB. 45 day Money back gauranteed!
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Good Luck shopping. Let me know if you have any questions.
 
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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spammmmm
 
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Old Aug 21, 2007 | 03:20 PM
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the suzuki ltr-450 has the best stock suspestion. that trx450r is the worst track 450 in my opion. they are very good for baja but not the best for track use.
 
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