Is this a 83 200x?

[TeXaS SoB]

Just want to make sure this is a 83 model. Need to start working on it and wondering what year parts i can mix and match. Or if it was even worth messing with. Its been setting for a few years now i got it started when i first got it but haven't done anything with it since.

Heres a pic

http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs440.snc3/25289_115054875178574_100000221868484_257555_62359 80_n.jpg

[BigO]

looks alot like my 84

[dirtface]

Having trouble seeing the swingarm, but it looks like a 1984.

[rdlsz24]

http://atcvin.webs.com if you want to know for sure. All 83-85 200x parts will interchange

Rob

[TeXaS SoB]

sweet website it pulls up as a 83, so anything from 83-85 will mix and match. so now the question is should i rebuild this bike or sell it

[Dammit!]

I'd fix it up. Parts are super cheap for the 1st gen 200x. It isn't like you'd get much by selling it anyway and they're great little trikes when in good working condition.

I have one that's been a back burner project for years. I'm HOPING to finish it this summer but I've said that the last couple of summers. :lol:

Someday...

[TeXaS SoB]

lol same here its been setting behind my shed for a few years now, i really do wanna fix it up though. i dont really care for the kick start though wouldn't mind putting a different motor that had the same performance without the kicker lol

[Dammit!]

Turn it into an autoX. A lot of people here have done it. There's a couple different pullstart/auto clutch motors that fit without a ton of work.

[TeXaS SoB]

Yeah i see that alot, what auto 200 motor would be the best to put in that would not require alot of modification and still give decent performance. something with about a 60 mph top speed. my 84 200s all original tops at about 49 with me on it.

[Dammit!]

not sure which motors work best. Never done it myself.

Top speed is a matter of gearing. Assuming it has enough power to pull a taller gear in the conditions you ride, I would think 60mph wouldn't be too tall of an order for a 200cc autox.

[BigO]

lol same here its been setting behind my shed for a few years now, i really do wanna fix it up though. i dont really care for the kick start though wouldn't mind putting a different motor that had the same performance without the kicker lol

you can send me the motor for mine

[harryredtrike]

im sure someone will trade ya for the motor,a 200s for your 200x

[TeXaS SoB]

yeah thats a thought i guess, a 200s would probably be the best match huh?

[rdlsz24]

185s, 200 or 200s engine will work best since they don't have the electric starter to get in the way like the 200e and 200m do. 200es won't work at all since it's shaft drive.

Rob

[oldskool83]

83 had a roun tub style swingarm 84 and 85 hads a square tube swingarm...it you need parts i got tons of parts for these 1st gens.

and BTW that front tire in on that bike, i have not seen that style before?

[TeXaS SoB]

yeah its defiantly a 83 then, is one swinger better than the other? also that tire is a Nankang 23.5x8x11

[oldskool83]

84-85 Is supose to be said to be stronger, but i will say 83 is harder to get mono shock off and on, vs 84-85. thats all ive noticed. i got a 84-85 swingarm forsale for $5 cuz i want it gone if you want any extras

n thanks for the tire info, it looks alot like the OEM one

[TeXaS SoB]

cool im prolly gonna need quite a few parts so ill be hitting you up im sure. im not sure how good my rear shock is and the spring looks like like trailprotrailprotrailprotrailpro

[oldskool83]

i got like 4 rear mono's off an 1985, in good shape (more you buy from me better deal i can give) not here to makemoney, just help others in need out.

[TeXaS SoB]

ok ill see what what all i need, think that swinger and shock swap will be a must. that 300/400ex hub thing sounds like a great idea too. i need fenders and a seat as well and i guess ill look for a 200s motor

[yooperman]

that looks like the same tire i have on my 200x i just went and checked my photo gallery to double check looks the same i just cant make out the brand on it

[mudslinger1m]

Hey could i Please buy that rear swingarm skidplate??? I really need one!

[matt86200x]

I just did built an auto x last weekend, it took me 2 1/2 hours to complete. I dropped a 200s engine in and used all the electrical from the 200x. Crimped all the connections and extended the black&yellow wires coming from the bottom end. Took the green and grounded it to the top motor mount. I have had many 83-85 200x's and they are fun bikes, but for trail riding and puttin around the autox works great. heres a couple pics, i through this bike together in no time so simple.

That rear skid plate you have is something that i have Never had. rare part where i live i guess

[TeXaS SoB]

that's awesome Matt thanks for the info and pics. how does it perform compared to the 200x motor? how is it geared? and the 200s motor bolts right up? how did u do the filter is it the same as it was?

[yooperman]

mudslinger1m there are a few on ebay that look to be in good shape and for a decent price here is one of the URL for it hope it helps ya
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NOS-Honda-ATC-200X-Skid-Plate-NEW-ATC200X_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2c53e9851dQQite mZ190386373917QQptZMotorsQ5fATVQ5fPartsQ5fAccessor ies

[mudslinger1m]

looking for an 83.....