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Most potent year?

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jbehunin:
I have ridden and owned many CR 500's, and the fastest and most powerful CR500 I have ever ridden was my old 86.
I have owned an 84, 86(2), 89, 90, 92, 94, 99 CR500
I am a new owner of the KX500, and I love that machine, but have ridden many KX5's in my life.
The 1985 model my buddy has is by far faster and more powerful than my 93. In my opinion.

sandblaster:
If the 85 feels faster to you it might be time for a bit of engine work.
The state of the engine as well as proper jetting make a huge difference.

kaw rider:
inless you lined up all these bikes up at the same time with a timing system its only a opionon. yes the 85-86 cr 500 do run good.

sandblaster:
Actually, my company ran a shoot out a few years back where we did just that.
With multiple riders switching bikes with fresh engines, and similar levels of mods (kx500's, CR500's, KTM550's, and a few others) the answers were very clear.
However, I realize that no matter what evidence is given some will have their opinions and that is what this and other forums are all about.  :wink:

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