Lovin the KX 5Hundy!

[frack939]

Hi there,  My name's Dan from Spokane, WA.  Just recently purchased a 2004 KX500 from a buddy of mine to ride while my other bike was in the shop (2006 KTM 525sx), I love this thing!!  What a fun bike, tons of climb anything you point it at power.  My only complaint so far is that it owns me anytime I try to go hard for any length of time.  Did a Hare Scramble a couple weeks ago on it (in stock form, with original tires)  ended up 10th outta 20 in 250cc an up, and a sore everything.  Anyways great site, very informative!!!! 

Laters,
Dan

[blueoval]

Welcome, Dan.  Yes the great northwest.  I grew up near Seattle.  Yeah I know another planet from Spokane.  The k5 is a very fun bike.  I agree that 3-4 hours of hard riding takes a toll.  I went on a ride today and learned a lot about the bike, energy preservation, and how to not get so wore out on the bike.   B.O.   

[Friar-Tuck]

 Hey Dan,
 Welcome to the party,  There is alot of info to sift through and usually someone around to help.
   It may be a little slow this weekend, but look for all the cool ride reports next few days.
Blue O. makes a very good point on pacing yourself.  It appears to move up the ladder of importance the more grey hair you get.
   Tuck\o/

[kwilson]

Welcome Dan I just got here myself. My parents live in Post falls so not far off.  I Grew up in Seattle and worked at Bent Bike if you were ever in there.  I have a 1993 KX500 = a project for now but am looking forward to the rides to come.....So I am jealous to hear how much fun you are having on yours.

Kirk