Hey guys, want to know, How hard is it to build a 200x

[Autophysn]

I am assuming it is like all bikes, a little here and there you need to know, which is what you guys are for, LOL! BUt really, are they hard to get running correctly????

I have a guy interested in trading me my Chinese quad for a basket case 200x, No idea of year or if it all is there, just pics to go on, feed back would be great!

Oh yeah, FYI, I have been trying to sell this Chinese POS for 350bucks with no luck







According to him, he also has a whole other front end and several sets of rims and tires to boot,

So really, Do you think it is a good deal???? He has no papers for the bike either and is asking $300 for all of it or trade????

[Vealmonkey]

Not a bad deal. It's not a bad looking start, I've seen worse. And you can pick up running 200x engines rather cheaply. Luckily Honda made a lot of the 83-85 200xs', so parts are pretty cheap and plentiful unless you have to have a museum restore. It won't be much worse than rebuilding a 185s and you don't have the auto clutches to worry about. Sounds like a project.

[Autophysn]

Thanks dude, I am really hopeing to dump this damn Chinese POS
and this would be a cool bike for my kid or wife, Think I am gonna give it a shot.

Anyone else???? Feedback??? Thanks in advance

[harryredtrike]

id do it in a heartbeat.half the work is already done.just clean paint and put together.any engine problems can be dealt with easily

[seadoo650]

The 200x motors are, in my opinion, one of the easiest of the 4 stroke trike motors to build. I've had one apart and down to the cases and internals laying on the bench and back together and running in less than 8 hours. As far as tuning, they are not too difficult. If you start modding the little buggers, and they can be heavily modded, then they can be a real pain in the arse to get tuned properly.

[AutoXer]

very easy in my opinion. If you don't need that piston let me know. It would be a good idea to think about making it a auto X for your wife then she won't have to run the clutch thats what i did and she loves it. PM me on the piston if you decide that route

[Dirtcrasher]

I'd dump that chinese bike for that 200X in a heartbeat!

Like Seadoo said, very simple little motor. Timing chain and guides should always be replaced and the slipping kicker addressed before assembling it.

The only other thing that comes to mind is the rubber plug has to be in place in the oil gallery or the cam will suffer and the valve cover needs to be put on without globs of silicone.

I'm a 2nd generation X fan but the 1st gen has many more parts available and plenty of aftermarket available.

Looks to be a great start anyhow.......

[Dammit!]

They're easy to work on. I don't know if I'd recommend going nuts on one like I am doing because at the end of the day, it's still going to be a 200x. I don't have a fortune into mine but I have enough to make me start wondering why I'm even doing it. It will be nice when it's done. Very nice. But I just don't know how much use I'm really going to get out of it.

[Taiser]

Very well worth it. I'd buy that 200x up here in that condition for 350$!

[sandpuppi101]

Like Seadoo said, very simple little motor. Timing chain and guides should always be replaced and the slipping kicker addressed before assembling it.


I agree with it being a easy motor to get your hand's dirty on,not very complicated,but I'd like too add to what DC stated and also mention that the Timing Chain Tensioner should be replaced also,IMO..Dump the Chinese Junk and get the 200X

[rdlsz24]

They're easy to work on. I don't know if I'd recommend going nuts on one like I am doing because at the end of the day, it's still going to be a 200x. I don't have a fortune into mine but I have enough to make me start wondering why I'm even doing it. It will be nice when it's done. Very nice. But I just don't know how much use I'm really going to get out of it.

I'm feeling the same way right now. The other day a NICE 86 200x sold near here on eBay for about a grand. I was tempted to buy it because that is about what I have into mine after buying it and all sorts of crap to fix it up and I still can't even ride it lol.

Rob

[Autophysn]

Thanks for all the great info guys, Unfortunately I have so many things going on right now, that I will not be able to meet the guy and do the trade until May 24th. I am in the process of buying a house and have my son's birthday party coming up. But if I do get it, I will start a thread or just add to this one. I had a 85200x when I was a kid, Loved that bike, and think it will be a great bike for my son to learn how to use the clutch. I would not do a wicked build, just a simple clean camp cruiser type bike. But it looks like it would be fun.

If any of you are local to OC, California, or willing to make the drive, I don't mind giving up the info. The guy is a really cool dude, who is looking to clear out his garage as soon as possible. So I feel bad about stalling him, but I have to do what I have to do Anyway, Again, This is why I value the site, I live so far from all you guys, I most likely will never see any of you, But I sure do respect you all and appreciate the info. Thanks!

[Autophysn]

Update :::: I did it, traded the Chinese POS for this little project here.
Will not have time to jump on it for a while, since I am looking for a new pad, but I will keep you all posted on the latest, Thanks!