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CTFire70 · 07-01-2007, 04:24 PM

I am looking for a nice pitbike for less than $2000.00. I have looked at Thumper, Sikk, PitsterPro, Orion, and Falcon. Any opinions? I am not looking to race, just have fun on a track. The Falcon 138 is my pick as it stands now but I am open to suggestions. I am from Columbus, Ohio.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Thanks!!!

slowkid6 · 07-01-2007, 04:40 PM

get the x4 or x4r

xr70racer · 07-01-2007, 04:46 PM

Pitster Pro x4....

magiksc · 07-01-2007, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by xr70racer

Pitster Pro x4....

+ 1

Staggs Racing · 07-01-2007, 05:20 PM

are you looking for a crf50 based pitbike or a mid size/klx size bike?

CTFire70 · 07-01-2007, 05:23 PM

I live in Columbus, Ohio, which doesn't have a PitsterPro dealership within 300miles. Who would you recommend I purchase it from to have it shipped?

Thanks!!

CTFire70

CTFire70 · 07-01-2007, 05:25 PM

just a standard 125cc pitbike to ride some trails and mini dirt tracks. I am not a racer and don't plan on being one. Just want to have fun on the weekends with my kids.

slater · 07-01-2007, 08:01 PM

x4, just because it is a race bike doesnt mean you have to race it.

X4 is a very reliable bike with a great suspension and a motor that is pretty good right out of the box.

If you decide to do engine mods, you can do so at an affordable price.

PitsterPro X4 all the way

CTFire70 · 07-02-2007, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by slater

x4, just because it is a race bike doesnt mean you have to race it.

X4 is a very reliable bike with a great suspension and a motor that is pretty good right out of the box.

If you decide to do engine mods, you can do so at an affordable price.

PitsterPro X4 all the way

Slater,

Thanks for the input. Everyone I've talked to says the X4. The only thing is the X4 doesn't have an external oil cooler and the Falcon does. Is this a big deal? The reviews gave the Falcon a great review but the people on this Forum, who after reading their responses and posts, really know their stuff.

If you know anything about the Falcon 138, please let me know.

Thanks again!! Your opinions really help in my decision.

CTFire70

RLucky82 · 07-02-2007, 09:14 AM

no the oil cooler is no big deal, unless you go with big cc and high compression.
if so I think you can get a good oil cooler for well under 200$. there is a Pitster dealer in Medina, ohio. next thing I am going to do is add a higher compression piston and cam for about 2hp increase and cost less then 100$

aedwards07 · 07-02-2007, 09:20 AM

My buddy just got a Falcon 138 and its alright but definally has problems being cheaply made.So far he broke the bars,broke the shifter,broke the footpeg mount,ripped air filter,and broke clutch perch.He had the bike for 3 weeks and when I say broke I mean broke in 2 pieces not bent.

IMO get a Pitster X4.

Staggs Racing · 07-02-2007, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CTFire70

just a standard 125cc pitbike to ride some trails and mini dirt tracks. I am not a racer and don't plan on being one. Just want to have fun on the weekends with my kids.

The x4 is a great bike. But you can also look into the ssr models such as the b2 and the x3. There good bikes as well and come with oilcoolers as well as some other nice options.

Eviloompa · 07-02-2007, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by scarmack121

i got both the Pitster Pro X2 and Pitster Pro X4 and i personaly like the X2 better....the X4 is bigger more roomier and a lot more comfortable but i like the way the X2 handles..i like the fact that its small and with the 10inch it goes where it wants to go...haha...but it depends how big u r and how aggresive u r and what kind of trail riding....

Yo Scar, this guys 48, he's not an 18yrold punk like you.....LOL..J/K You're killin me dude, I'm sure he's looking for the comfort of a bigger bike just wants to stay with the Mini...X4 all the way for this guy! Hey did you get your X2 running right since The Lube?

team homless · 07-02-2007, 09:53 AM

u said u wanna ride around and have fun with ur kids,buy a pitster .wanna spend ur time reinventing the english language in front of ur kids while fixing stupid problems instead of riding,then buy anything else.there isnt a better bike out there than an x4 or x4r,especially for us vets who need a 110 based bike to preserve our knees.

fifty_tony · 07-02-2007, 10:00 AM

I'm 49 in two months and I ride a built xr50 but it cost a lot more then 2grand. If you just want to have fun by what you want most of the bikes you listed will be fine for play riding.

mxracer25s · 07-02-2007, 10:21 AM

Take a look at the G2 Moto 125 R4. I have had one for over a month now and i have raced it every weekend taking numerous first places. The bike is very strong with great suspention and it is reliable. Great bike and it could be shipped to your door in 1 to 2 days directly from mike at G2 Moto

Eviloompa · 07-02-2007, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by team homless

u said u wanna ride around and have fun with ur kids,buy a pitster .wanna spend ur time reinventing the english language in front of ur kids while fixing stupid problems instead of riding,then buy anything else.there isnt a better bike out there than an x4 or x4r,especially for us vets who need a 110 based bike to preserve our knees.

Amen, brother!!

High Maintenance · 07-02-2007, 11:50 AM

x4r...here's why

http://www.planetminis.com/21/pitste...tml#post593889

mitchcroghan952 · 07-06-2007, 03:55 PM

x4 perfect for racing, trail riding, or anything

THEPISTONHEAD · 07-06-2007, 04:19 PM

Who has the best price on X4's? or should I say what is a good price.

07-01-2007, 04:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
CTFire70 PM Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16	Pitbike recommendations I am looking for a nice pitbike for less than $2000.00. I have looked at Thumper, Sikk, PitsterPro, Orion, and Falcon. Any opinions? I am not looking to race, just have fun on a track. The Falcon 138 is my pick as it stands now but I am open to suggestions. I am from Columbus, Ohio. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks!!!

07-01-2007, 04:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
slowkid6 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: arkansas Posts: 2,616 My Mood:	Re: Pitbike recommendations get the x4 or x4r

07-01-2007, 04:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
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07-01-2007, 05:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
CTFire70 PM Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16	Re: Pitbike recommendations I live in Columbus, Ohio, which doesn't have a PitsterPro dealership within 300miles. Who would you recommend I purchase it from to have it shipped? Thanks!! CTFire70

07-01-2007, 05:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
CTFire70 PM Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16	Re: Pitbike recommendations just a standard 125cc pitbike to ride some trails and mini dirt tracks. I am not a racer and don't plan on being one. Just want to have fun on the weekends with my kids.

07-01-2007, 08:01 PM	#8 (permalink)
slater 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: O o O Town, Fl Posts: 917	Re: Pitbike recommendations x4, just because it is a race bike doesnt mean you have to race it. X4 is a very reliable bike with a great suspension and a motor that is pretty good right out of the box. If you decide to do engine mods, you can do so at an affordable price. PitsterPro X4 all the way

07-02-2007, 09:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
RLucky82 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Medina Ohio Posts: 1,989	x4 fun no the oil cooler is no big deal, unless you go with big cc and high compression. if so I think you can get a good oil cooler for well under 200$. there is a Pitster dealer in Medina, ohio. next thing I am going to do is add a higher compression piston and cam for about 2hp increase and cost less then 100$

07-02-2007, 09:20 AM	#11 (permalink)
aedwards07 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Kissimmee,FL Posts: 5,873	Re: Pitbike recommendations My buddy just got a Falcon 138 and its alright but definally has problems being cheaply made.So far he broke the bars,broke the shifter,broke the footpeg mount,ripped air filter,and broke clutch perch.He had the bike for 3 weeks and when I say broke I mean broke in 2 pieces not bent. IMO get a Pitster X4.

07-02-2007, 09:53 AM	#14 (permalink)
team homless 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 365	Re: Pitbike recommendations u said u wanna ride around and have fun with ur kids,buy a pitster .wanna spend ur time reinventing the english language in front of ur kids while fixing stupid problems instead of riding,then buy anything else.there isnt a better bike out there than an x4 or x4r,especially for us vets who need a 110 based bike to preserve our knees.

07-02-2007, 10:00 AM	#15 (permalink)
fifty_tony 2nd Gear Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 395	Re: Pitbike recommendations I'm 49 in two months and I ride a built xr50 but it cost a lot more then 2grand. If you just want to have fun by what you want most of the bikes you listed will be fine for play riding.

07-02-2007, 10:21 AM	#16 (permalink)
mxracer25s 1st Gear Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kutztown, PA Posts: 232	Re: Pitbike recommendations Take a look at the G2 Moto 125 R4. I have had one for over a month now and i have raced it every weekend taking numerous first places. The bike is very strong with great suspention and it is reliable. Great bike and it could be shipped to your door in 1 to 2 days directly from mike at G2 Moto

07-02-2007, 11:50 AM	#18 (permalink)
High Maintenance Hohe Wartung Frau Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the cow poo is plentiful Posts: 1,473 My Mood:	Re: Pitbike recommendations x4r...here's why http://www.planetminis.com/21/pitste...tml#post593889 Last edited by High Maintenance; 07-02-2007 at 11:53 AM.

07-06-2007, 03:55 PM	#19 (permalink)
mitchcroghan952 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Utah Posts: 1,327	Re: Pitbike recommendations x4 perfect for racing, trail riding, or anything

07-06-2007, 04:19 PM	#20 (permalink)
THEPISTONHEAD 1st Gear Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: C.C. Texas Posts: 128	Re: Pitbike recommendations Who has the best price on X4's? or should I say what is a good price.

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