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Sirtrexter · 01-16-2007, 10:18 PM

I am used to riding a jetted 2006 KLX300R and want to get something else. I would like to get either a Honda CRF250X, Yamaha WR250F, or KTM 250XCFW. I am open to ideas on what to get and am thinking of getting a 2 stroke. I usually ride on somewhat tight trails and frequently cross creeks. What should I get?

bigE · 01-17-2007, 12:14 AM

If you are a pure trail rider i would not get a 2 stroke.... But if you really want one i got a 86 RM250 i'll trade you for the KLX

Is there really that much difference btwn the bikes you listed and the bike you have now?

the_privateer · 01-17-2007, 02:45 AM

its pretty much pick a color i.e whats your favorite brand
better yet stick with the 300 until your ready for the new klx450r

SCC Ryder · 01-17-2007, 06:41 AM

The CRF250X is a great do it all bike. It is light, nibble, and has good suspension. Once you uncork it ( take the smog junk off ), it is plenty fast. There is also lots of aftermarket goodies offered for that bike so your options are wide open. Good luck &

to the forum.

Sirtrexter · 01-17-2007, 05:18 PM

Thanx for the help.

motoman · 02-03-2007, 09:42 AM

The WR250 got decent reviews for this & last years models. But if money wasn't an option the KTM250 XCF or XCF-W is what I would be riding.

DR-Z125L · 05-05-2007, 02:39 AM

def the ktm....just a better bike in my eyes....plus they look sik

ts250girl · 05-07-2007, 04:05 PM

Japanese bikes are awesome (I have 14 of them), but I would get a KTM if I were you. European bikes are fine, so fine (I only have one of them, but soon getting one more).

BodaciousNick · 05-09-2007, 08:05 PM

I love two strokes! but a four stroke is the way to go if you dont plan on going balls to the wall. and if your the kind of guy that likes to maintain his own bike. id suggest an older bike. those new bikes have so much electronic crap!

cant really go wrong with any of those choices though! good luck!

01-16-2007, 10:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
Sirtrexter Newbie Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 4	What to choose? I am used to riding a jetted 2006 KLX300R and want to get something else. I would like to get either a Honda CRF250X, Yamaha WR250F, or KTM 250XCFW. I am open to ideas on what to get and am thinking of getting a 2 stroke. I usually ride on somewhat tight trails and frequently cross creeks. What should I get?

01-17-2007, 02:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
the_privateer Clunked into first gear Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: 2000 yz125 race prepped Location: bentonville, arkansas, us Posts: 230	its pretty much pick a color i.e whats your favorite brand better yet stick with the 300 until your ready for the new klx450r Last edited by the_privateer; 01-17-2007 at 02:47 AM.

01-17-2007, 06:41 AM	#4 (permalink)
SCC Ryder Seat Tester Joined: Nov 2006 Bike: 2002 SV650s, 2005 CRF450R Location: Sunnyvale, CA Posts: 72	The CRF250X is a great do it all bike. It is light, nibble, and has good suspension. Once you uncork it ( take the smog junk off ), it is plenty fast. There is also lots of aftermarket goodies offered for that bike so your options are wide open. Good luck & to the forum. __________________ www.santaclaracycle.com

02-03-2007, 09:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
motoman Where Am I ? Joined: Mar 2004 Location: Airdrie, Alberta, Canada Posts: 46	The WR250 got decent reviews for this & last years models. But if money wasn't an option the KTM250 XCF or XCF-W is what I would be riding. __________________ 2003 Rm250 1992 DS80

05-07-2007, 04:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
ts250girl In Training Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: too many to list, 1969-2005 Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 138	Japanese bikes are awesome (I have 14 of them), but I would get a KTM if I were you. European bikes are fine, so fine (I only have one of them, but soon getting one more). __________________ Julia in Seattle (finally with a new bike and some good weather)

01-17-2007, 12:14 AM	#2 (permalink)
bigE Kickstand Operator Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: 2000 SV650 & 2000 Marauder Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 278	If you are a pure trail rider i would not get a 2 stroke.... But if you really want one i got a 86 RM250 i'll trade you for the KLX Is there really that much difference btwn the bikes you listed and the bike you have now?

01-17-2007, 05:18 PM	#5 (permalink)
Sirtrexter Newbie Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 4	Thanx for the help.

05-05-2007, 02:39 AM	#7 (permalink)
DR-Z125L Special/Abusive Title Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,364	def the ktm....just a better bike in my eyes....plus they look sik

05-09-2007, 08:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
BodaciousNick Newbie Joined: May 2007 Bike: 1980 RM 125 Location: Crystal River, FL. good ol' USA Posts: 16	I love two strokes! but a four stroke is the way to go if you dont plan on going balls to the wall. and if your the kind of guy that likes to maintain his own bike. id suggest an older bike. those new bikes have so much electronic crap! cant really go wrong with any of those choices though! good luck!

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