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After weeks and weeks of research, I'm still unable to decide on a bike.
I've been trail riding for over a year, but want to do motocross.
Is a 250 2 stroke too much for a newer rider?
Is there maybe a more tamed 250 2T out there that would suit me better? Like a cr250 or yz250?
I initially wanted a ktm 250sx, but I'm kinda over the whole ktm thing already, people sell them for way too much.
(my budget is $2,500-$3,000)
I just want a reliable machine that isn't going to kill me.
And that's another thing.. people keep telling me about breaking bones on certain bikes, like the 250sx, which is why I'm starting to get apprehensive about that particular bike and 2 strokes in general.
Should I just get over the 250 2T thing and stick with a 4 stroke mx bike? More reliable but more expensive to rebuild from what I hear.
I've been trail riding for over a year, but want to do motocross.
Is a 250 2 stroke too much for a newer rider?
Is there maybe a more tamed 250 2T out there that would suit me better? Like a cr250 or yz250?
I initially wanted a ktm 250sx, but I'm kinda over the whole ktm thing already, people sell them for way too much.
(my budget is $2,500-$3,000)
I just want a reliable machine that isn't going to kill me.
And that's another thing.. people keep telling me about breaking bones on certain bikes, like the 250sx, which is why I'm starting to get apprehensive about that particular bike and 2 strokes in general.
Should I just get over the 250 2T thing and stick with a 4 stroke mx bike? More reliable but more expensive to rebuild from what I hear.
Also, KTM's carry a premium price for a reason. Granted, I ride orange so I may be biased, but the resale value on KTM's is indeed much better than the japanese bikes.
If you really want a 250F thumper, make darn sure you aren't buying a clapped out one.
What bike have you been trail riding on?
The Shop
They may come with a lifestyle change though.
If you've already been riding for a year, are average or above in size, and can "engage the brain" while riding at the track, a 250 2-stroke will work great. If you really want to work on technique, pick up a 125. Above all- have fun.
Because they're old they're much less powerful than the modern bikes.
OP, you should get a 125 or a 150 2 stroke. Since you are buying used, you can afford to re-sell it if it doesn't have enough power. Plus, it will enable you to build skills without being too dangerous. The only reason I'd recommend anything else is if you weight over 200 pounds.... in that case, look at a 250F or maybe a 250 2 stroke.
I think the 125 2 stroke sounds like a great idea... especially as my first ever 2 stroke bike.
Pit Row
How far are you planning on jumping?
Is it vital that you make it to work on Monday?
With that said, I'm experienced so i don't know how the bike would do for a beginner riding way slower.
Beginners rarely buy brand new bikes but if a person would be prepared to but a new one i would get a 250f.
Having said that if you can master a 125 it will teach you how to keep your momentum and really charge the track aggressively.
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