Kawasaki introduced the KDX line as a small enduro in 1980. In 1986, they revised the KDX200 with lots of features from the KX125 motocrosser, and Kawi was one of the very few manufacturers offering a two-stroke enduro at the time. It was well loved by riders, so much so that even Kawasaki introduced a 250 of the KDX in 1991, most people preferred the 200 instead.
As a ’87, this is a “C” model. That means it got a new KIPS power valve system, new 43mm forks, new rear shock, and a disc brake up front to pair with the rear drum. Dry weight was 223 pounds and the fuel capacity was a practical 3.3 gallons. For more on the KDX, check out this model history from Dirt Rider.
This example has been fully restored and it was featured at the Toronto Motorcycle Show last week. The seller said the restoration took 5 months and over $3,000. He has the right idea – buy it and get it dirty! Find this KDX for sale in Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada for $2,950 Canadian (or $2,250 USD) here on Kijiji.
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