hey guys, I tried searching first, didn't find anything. I am looking to pickup a 2016 KTM 65 SX, and want to convert it to a mini super motard for myself, until my son 4 yr old son is rdy to ride it. Can you point me in the right direction for wheels and tire conversions, I believe I am looking at 12inch rims front and rear correct? Anything else I need to do to get the bike setup besides suspension fork and rear shock springs? Thanks, Ruben
I have an '08 65 SX, it's uncommon enough that I haven't been able to find anything off the shelf. You can buy the mag wheels that everyone is using, but you'll be finding your own bearings, making your own wheel spacers, caliper brackets, basically custom fabricating everything except the wheels, tires, and rotors themselves. The fork springs were custom wound and then reground by the suspension shop because the OD was above spec, and the valving kit that Marzocchi used to make are discontinued. The sprockets are off the shelf, but I had to countersink the bolts for swingarm clearance to achieve the proper chain line. If I were to do it again, I'd probably just get a KX65 that's already been converted.
Well, I'm still converting (a year in)... It hasn't been my primary project, but I'm on one of the last pieces to get it running, which is the rear caliper bracket/rotor spacing. I know the newer ones have updated forks, axles, and brakes, I don't think it's gotten any easier though. You might be able to get kits that use brakes from bigger bikes, but you have to check clearances.
These guys should have rims and tires that will work https://gatorrimz.com/product-category/gatorrimz/
I can sell you one already converted for what your hubs and wheels will cost. I tried to upload a picture but it didn't work.
Hi Ruben. I have this bike for sale, its been great for me. DM if interested: https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/65263520
