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Posted by: oHshiz---------------------
Ok, I come from riding a four wheeler for the past 9months or so, A 400ex(mx 4wheeler).
When I go on trail rides my twig&berries(hehe)/thighs/arms are absolutely killing me when im done. I think this is because of a few things.
1. small wheels on the ride
2. stiff front suspention
3. you cant really sit while you ride through rough terrain
I have been looking at a KDX200/220. Would I have similar problems on long really tough terrain? A guy I know let me ride his 01' klr 250 for a short time on some trails. It was very nice to sit on and ride. How does a kdx compair with a klr on the trails?
Basically, can I sit while riding most of the time? I know I cant sit while climbing crazy steep hills/super technical areas and such. But for the most part can I ride a bike like this and be very comfortable?
Also, can a MX bike be rode the same way? I enjoy soft suspention, will a MX bike be more suited for me? Or a enduro like bike? Thanks guys! 
***made some edits ...I meant to say klr in there some where
Posted by: bcVulcan---------------------
The KDX would be great. If your going to trail ride, you need to learn to stand as much as possible. You'll ride better and feel better when your done.
Posted by: Mike's 2003 YZ250---------------------
I think there was one more edit you should have made...
Not that the specific word you put was a bad word, but when it points to a certain bodypart, I think it becomes a curse word. 
Welcome to the forum by the way, you and your hurtin privates, LOL! Mike
Posted by: oHshiz---------------------
fair enough. 
Posted by: zoommx---------------------
The kdx and klx are both fine trail bikes. KLX's have been more difficult to start after laying down when hot though. And they don't really make any more power. The key to feeling fresher at the end of a ride is conditioning yourself to standing while riding. It just takes less effort to control the bike and the bumps and jars don't have as much impact on the torso.
Posted by: oHshiz---------------------
i understand taht part. with my ex i cant sit while i ride any type of rough terrain. but, will it be comfortable on dirt roads and paths that are not too rough, while sitting?
also, how does a mx bike compair with a kdx?
Posted by: oHshiz---------------------
lol...my buddy has a klR not klx...haha...i know this for a fact now. :D
Posted by: zoommx---------------------
MX bikes have a smaller seat, usually the foam is stiffer also. I did find however when I got off my yz250 and rode a friends kdx I seemed to feel more irratation on my cheeks on the kdx, probably because for some reason it seemed to coax me into sitting more than my yz would. I try to stand at all times trail riding except when cornering or maybe on the well graded fireroads that even rv's can travel on, so the firm narrow seat is fine for me. The power delivery/gearing makes the yz very demanding mentally to control in tight technical terrain. A Lot more clutch and throttle control are needed compared to a kdx or klx or klr. Try to take a 1 or 2 minute test ride on some of the bikes you are considering to get an idea of the ergonomics.
Posted by: Shig---------------------
I wear padded bicycle shorts under my riding pants to prevent monkey butt. Most motocross bikes can be softened up significantly by turning the clickers to full soft. It won't be as plush as a KDX at full-soft, but it will work fine. The fastest riders stand most of the time. When you spot a smooth line, that's when you can sit for a quick break.
Posted by: riverz---------------------
I have riddin both an EX400 and a 93 KDX. I ride the KDX for six hours and the only thing sore is my legs.
After 2 hours on the EX400, my legs, arms, hands and shoulders are very sore. I only sit on the EX400 wide open on a gravel road. Keeping your tail bone off the seat is the best medicine for a sore backside.
Granted, I have a 93 KDX with a KX500 seat which is very plush. The suspension of the KDX is a cadilac on the trails compared to the EX400 obviously. Also, if you ride steep rocky terrain like I do, the EX400 is a huge job to control. It's just not built for it. Fun as heck otherwise 
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