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Dan_AKAL:
I have really liked what I read here about all the satisfied customers the KX500 has.  However, I really didn't want to read the thread about the K5 being discontinued.  I guess if I'm gonna get a new one it had better be now.  Only problem is I can't afford a new one right now.  I really need two and this is what I am working toward.  I ride and race in two parts of the country in it isn't feasible for me to take one bike back and forth.  One can only hope this is just a rumor!

mikesmith:
No its fact,but theres always a great deal on used ones.And you can normally find one in decent shape.There are a few tricks to setting up the 500,good thing is there all listed here!I dont run a carb spacer (I made one,but haven't tried it yet) but I hear its a good thing to run in the woods with the fly wheel weight! At first the 500 may seem like a hand full in the woods,but stick with it and it works great!

KXcam22:
Dan,
  I'm another over 40 500 rider. Go for the 500.  Everyone (and me) will tell you that jetting (and a few small mods) are the key.  Jetting, Boysens dual-stage, & a reed spacer make the power on mine very smooth. I ride mine in tight woods with no flywheel weight and 14/48 gearing, just throttle control.   I think the smoother power makes the difference.  Back to back with my buddy's 300EXC (a sweet bike), we both agree the 500 is better, although the 300 brake-slides better. Cam.

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