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750fl

12-21-2005, 01:26 PM

Hi every one I recently bought a 200x I still have yet to pick it up. I new to this whole three wheeler thing what should i exspect from this model trike. How fast will it going stock and what are some of the common problems with them. It is a 83 :w00t:

BigGreenMachine

12-21-2005, 02:51 PM

Biggest thing is your riding style. Not sure if you've rode one before but when you ride a trike body english is the key and don't put your feet down when cornering or if you feel like your going to tip over.
Pick up a owners manual for it and have fun.
James

750fl

12-21-2005, 03:05 PM

I have ridden them before but never owned one. Owners manual was going to be the first thing that i picked up. How do theese thing ride in the snow?

ATCT

12-21-2005, 04:07 PM

I have ridden them before but never owned one. Owners manual was going to be the first thing that i picked up. How do theese thing ride in the snow?
They're fun as all heck in the snow!

I too, just purchase a 200X. Haven't been able to ride the darn thing yet, but I'm slowly getting it restored. Hopefully in the next month or two.

I bought this on eBay. It's very handy to have. I didn't see any up at the moment, but I'm sure if you contact him, you'll be able to get one.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5824041272&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&rd=1

I also have a contact for a manual, although I'm not sure what year you got. The last I checked, there was an '84 manual on eBay as well.

750fl

12-21-2005, 05:51 PM

DeePa

12-21-2005, 05:56 PM

http://deepa.recongamer.com/hondamanuals/83-85atc%20200xservicemanual.pdf

theres the manual for you

good luck with the 200x...

ATCT

12-21-2005, 06:01 PM

Looks to be in pretty good shape. It looks much better than the one I bought, that's for sure. I was too hasty in my purchase.

In any event, this is an '84 Manual. It's probably the same as an '83, but I'm pretty sure I contacted the seller and they were able to get me an '83.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1984-ATC200X-Owners-Manual-GENUINE-HONDA-MANUAL_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ34237QQitemZ8012 620626QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWD1V

ATCT

12-21-2005, 06:02 PM

http://deepa.recongamer.com/hondamanuals/83-85atc%20200xservicemanual.pdf

theres the manual for you

good luck with the 200x...
DeePa, that was very cool of you....

Tri-ZNate

12-21-2005, 06:09 PM

just keep the tires spinning and you shouldnt have much trouble in snow. Really nice '83 X by the way

firefirefire90

12-21-2005, 07:51 PM

Only problem you might come across is the rear swingarm, it is not as strong at the other years seeing it is a tubular design and not square. I like the pipe! Is that a bassani?

ATCT

12-21-2005, 07:54 PM

Only problem you might come across is the rear swingarm, it is not as strong at the other years seeing it is a tubular design and not square. I like the pipe! Is that a bassani?
I've been told by a few people that they like the '83 swingarm's durability better because it is steel and not aluminum. Is this not the case (I know it was Honda's intention with the new design, but did it actually work)?

firefirefire90

12-21-2005, 07:57 PM

750fl

12-21-2005, 07:57 PM

AS it looks right now i will be picking it up saturday the 31st i can hardley wait. When i get it hone i'mgoing to hit the lake:w00t:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b198/rc197923/200x/200x2.jpghttp://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b198/rc197923/200x/200x6.jpg

Tri-ZNate

12-21-2005, 08:00 PM

:D You just made my day with that Bassani 4 stroke exhaust :beer

ATCT

12-21-2005, 08:05 PM

i guess its just a matter of opinion then? All that i have asked said the 84-85 was better because of the square design..If what you say is the truth, then why are all the 250Rs and such have a square swingarm design? Wait arent all 200x swingers steel?
Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying you are wrong. I was just curious. I always thought they went with the aluminum swing arm because aluminum is lighter which is desired for racing and that they went with the square design when using aluminum because aluminum is a weaker material and would fold like a tin can if it were round. Maybe not though.

edog

12-21-2005, 08:37 PM

Nice 1983 200X,you have a vast aftermarket of parts avaliable for 83 to 85.They are the best 4 stroke Honda ever made.They have stock 15 HP,top speed is about 62 mph.

I am restoring a 1985 200X,i have to build the motor them i will be done.I have heard alot of good thinks about them.They have a awsome power to weight ratio.

:welcome: to the board

750fl

12-21-2005, 09:28 PM

Yeah i read threw you restore thread that thing looks sweet. Damn for 15hp that sure is alot of speed. SO i figure since i'm a bigger guy it will probably go about 50 or so mph. Not that i'm looking to race mine just going to use it to ride the feilds and ont he ice durning winter. When i get it home i will take some pics and let you guys know how good it rides. :beer . So is the bassani pipes good top of th line type pipe?

Tri-ZNate

12-21-2005, 09:47 PM

Bassani is a good top end pipe and gives it a real nice throaty sound (you'll hear it when it starts :naughty:. And even being a bigger guy that thing should have no problem hitting 55mph and beyond.

jason85atc250r

12-21-2005, 10:02 PM

It is a 83 got it off ebay seller say it is ready to ride with no leaks or problems. Hope to pick it up nex week soem time:Bounce

[/IMG][/IMG][/IMG]http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b198/rc197923/200x/200x1.jpghttp://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b198/rc197923/200x/200x.jpg

hey just letting you know it has a 82 atc250r front end forks and all. the rear wheels and hubs are from a 250r also.

i'm suprised no one said anythig before.
:lol:

ATCT

12-21-2005, 10:05 PM

hey just letting you know it has a 82 atc250r front end forks and all. the rear wheels and hubs are from a 250r also.

i'm suprised no one said anythig before.
:lol:

They actually look like the original 250R tires too (although it's pretty easy to find that style).

750fl

12-21-2005, 10:06 PM

Thanks for the info Jason85atc i didn't know that, and judging from the guys add from ebay either did he. I take it being set up like this is not going to cause me any problems i hope.

jason85atc250r

12-21-2005, 10:22 PM

it should work okay. just does not look as cool:lol: without the aluminum rims.

the actual 200x brakes work better on the front due to the bigger brake rotor.

i have a front rim laying around i'll sell for $20 + shipping if you want to swap the stuff back.

Tri-ZNate

12-21-2005, 10:25 PM

the R front end should work just as well as the X if not better. Dont worry if it was done right you'll be good to go.

750fl

12-21-2005, 10:30 PM

More then likly for now i will just leave it alone aslong as it looks like every thing is safe and done right. I'm for sure going to get some smaller tires to help me from flipping it over, and get it lower to the ground. :wondering

Tri-ZNate

12-21-2005, 10:33 PM

well if you dont have to worry about ground clearance get some 18in tires in the rear and get an extended axel along with an extended swingarm, but for free you can just play safe till you learn your bike ;)