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Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 01:34 am Oct 22 2019
by Jeana 85
Good morning all,
Thanks for the acceptance!
I recently bought a KDX 220R , think it is a 97/98 model.
My first Kawasaki.
Tracing the VIN ,it's a 97.Is there a difference between the U.S. and Africa models?
The previous owner did absolutely no maintenance.
His words, ' Its a 2stroke... you just fill it up and ride...'
So...I have a total rebuild on my hands... LOL!
Will forward some photos...at some point
Looking forward the the build :grin:
I will be asking advice... so please pardon stupid questions
Thanks again for letting me join
Best regards
Jean

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 06:21 am Oct 22 2019
by KDXGarage
Welcome to kdxrider.net. Yes, the USA model and yours should be different somewhat. If you can post a VIN or frame number and engine number, I can usually narrow it down to which model it is.

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 06:45 pm Oct 22 2019
by VTMTcowboy
Welcome to the forum! Always cool to see the world come together over a single model of motorcycle. I will be interested to see photos of the terrain you ride in Namibia!

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 07:04 pm Oct 22 2019
by bufftester
Welcome to the forums and congrats on the new bike.

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 12:21 pm Oct 23 2019
by Jeana 85
KDXgarage thanks, i found that it is indeed a 97. First owner in 98. Questions on engine to follow
VTMTcowboy thanks, it is awesome to conect with others around the world , sharing the same passion.The terrain varries from dunes and beaches to mountains etc.. Namibia is mostly Desert... will forward pics.
bufftester thanks, wish it was brand new.. but I will get it there eventually waiting for parts on this side of the world is pain.
Where are you guys located?

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 07:57 pm Oct 23 2019
by kdxsully
Welcome to the forum. I watched a tv show called “the grand tour” where some guys traveled around Namibia. It’s an astonishing place. Good luck with your new bike, it’s a labor of love. A lot of us are in USA

Re: Greetings from Namibia

Posted: 10:28 am Oct 27 2019
by Jeana 85
Thank you ,going to need the luck. LOL.
The Grand tour, yes, with Clarkson and gang.
They covered some areas of Namibia... some remote areas too...
Truely beautiful Country, awesome riding terrain.
Great to connect with all of you!