I just bought a 2009 KLX, I think I got a pretty good deal. It needs some work but its mostly just plastics. Nothing mechanically wrong as far as I know. The biggest issue is the that the gas cap lock is screwed up and I can't get the gas cap off. Other then that its mainly cosmetic. Here are some pics, let me know what you guys think. I paid $1500.

 

$1,500 is a great price. How many miles?

 

Only 361.

 

Unless it's really rough, sounds like a steal. Has it been down? Not that it really matters for that price. I thought I got a good deal at $2000 for one that was in great shape, but 15,000 miles (miles don't scare me, my 650 has 45,000 and going strong). One other I saw here in central Ohio with only about 1500 miles was $3000. $1500 is great and it is a great first bike. You can have a lot of fun with that. I just bought one because of the lightness for trail riding. Keeping the KLX650 for street play.

My brother got a 250 near where I lived, I checked it out and rode it to tell him if it was decent. I would have bought it if he didn't, a perfect 06. That and him doing trails got me jazzed. So it's back off road a bit for me again.

Gone nuts for it though getting accessories before I even have it in the garage (snow won't let me get it). Just scored a Pro Circuit full reverse cone megaphone exhaust which is similar to the one on my 650. Got some wide footpegs, bark busters, and just ordered a Zeta ZE45-5101 quick turn throttle tube.

 

I went over the bike today, it's looking like it's going to need all new plastics and chain. Going to try to drill out the lock on the gas cap tomorrow, hopefully I can reuse the cap and just get a new lock. The plastic housing with the starting button needs to be replaced, it cracked where the throttle cable attaches. Some hose clamps are rusted that I'm going to replace, and there some small rust spots I would like to try and touch up. Hopefully that's everything. I was looking at plastic prices and kpn seems to be the lowest. If anyone knows of a cheaper place, let me know.

 

Make sure that gas tank is bone dry before drilling the lock out. LOL KABOOM!!

 

+1 undo the fuel lines to the carb, drain the tank. pull it off the bike, take it to a locksmith and have him open the locked cap. If your ignition key doesn't open the cap a locksmith might be be able to get it open without ruining the cap, and he may be able to get the lock working again. Save you money in the long run.
Bike looks like a steal at $1500.

 

If you're going to be drilling, I would drain the tank of fuel and then fill it to the brim with water. Back in the day, our Assistant Scoutmaster (peach of a guy) was cutting off the top of an empty oil drum - it would be the last thing he did on this earth.

 

That's a sad story. And a good lesson. RIP to the ASM.

I once tried to check the fluid level in my 1966 ford's radiator at night by igniting a bic lighter for light. Lost a lot of facial hair. Heat and tanks do not always go together well. Be careful and smart.

 

If I were you, and couldn't take it to the lock smith, I'd drain the gas, fill it with water(plug it so the water stays in, easily forgettable), keep a fire extinguisher at hand, do it on a field of moist grass, and wear a face shield. If that already isn't precaution enough, I'd probably also use a cordless drill so I don't have to worry about electricity and water.



Yes I've had bad experience with both electricity and fire