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bsharkey
6/12/2018 8:06pm
6/12/2018 8:06pm
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6/24/2018 9:38am
Just wondering if any of you guys ever ride both these bikes. I currently have a mint shape 2006 RM 250 2 stroke.I'd really like to buy the new tc250 but I'm wondering if it's a big enough difference between the two to make it worthwhile or just continue to ride what I have.
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As good as the rm was, there really is no comparison to how much better the new two stroke
is. The entire package adds up, it’s faster, has a better chassis, better brakes, better clutch etc.
Laptimes at LACR and Glen Helen are faster on the Husky with all of the hills and straights but Milestone, Perris and alike are again much closer between the two. If possible I would find someone that has the TC250 to try (more than a few laps on) and see how you like it as they feel nothing alike. I am still a bit more fond and comfortable on the RM compared to the Husky and since I am not trying to make it into a national any longer I would prefer what is fun and comfortable. I have our 17 TC250 for sale in the Bazaar right now if you are interested as my son and I are still picking up some older 88-96 bikes to build and race in the EVO classes.
I got to ride a 2018 SX 250 last year on a demo day and the SX/TC is light years ahead of any other 250 2-stroke.
IMHO these bikes are overrated. In the vid below it shows a guy on a 15 yr. old CR2 racing at the higher pro level in their country. The CR is basically stock other than a Dep pipe & suspension work. He actually lead the 2nd moto & finished right behind the KTM. You would think the KTM / Huskies would have a huge advantage based on the stuff you read on the forums..
https://youtu.be/A4eNJop_KC8?t=594
The KTM was linear in its power delivery. At first, a bit non-two stroke-ish feeling, but plenty of power. The KTM had confidence inspiring handling, but again it was a sand-track. Also, the KTM had less than 2-hours so I''m sure there a little more breaking in to do.
Can only imagine the '17/18 are much much better than the '13. I'd go with the '17/18 with no reservations.
Better brakes
Hydro clutch
Feels like a 125 weight wise compared to all the other bikes
Better suspension
No vibration (so much better then the AF framed 250's)
Turns really close to as good as the RM's but is way more stable at high speed
General maintainence is easier
All that said I still have the 04 yz and am picking up a project 06 cr this week! To me the new KTM is the best platform by a long shot though over all of them.
Pit Row
https://motocrossactionmag.com/mxas-2006-suzuki-rm250-test/
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