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Hey guys, I'm looking to get back into moto here in a few months after 6 years off... I was really hoping I could get a used YZ125 for the return. Two strokes really have my interest right now. The only problem is I'm worried about it being too small for me seeing as I'm 6' 200 lbs. 6 years ago I was riding a bone stock '11 KX250f with no issues getting me where I wanted at about 10lbs less. I like to ride pretty hard and thought the 125 would be great to get the groove back. I road raced for many years (while also riding moto since I was 4) so railing corners is my favorite part. And at the used price if I felt I wanted more after a few months I could sell it for what I bought it for. But I also don't want to waste my time. So my question is do you think I would be fine with the 125? Or do you think I'd be able to ride a YZ250 with the same intensity? Orrr should I just stick to the 250fs? I gotta make it to work on Mondays so I don't really feel comfortable with hopping on the 450 just yet. Any input would be greatly appreciated! Also my home tracks would be Milestone and Perris if that has any effect on your input, seeing as Milestone is considered a "sand track" and Perris being pretty tight from what I remember.
This whole dilemma got me feeling like this
This whole dilemma got me feeling like this
Started a thread awhile ago about this. You’re not alone, theres many a bigguns riding tiddlers!
B. At 6’ and 200 lbs I would not call you a big guy. At all.
The Shop
I ride all the SoCal tracks including Milestone and Perris and I'd say you'll have a pretty hard time clearing some of the jumps especially the ones straight out of the corners on a 125 at 200 lbs. I'm not saying it would be impossible, but you would be relying on impeccable cornering technique and seat bouncing skills with very little room for error.
As you've already noticed when looking at used 125's, they're all sprung for light riders so you'll more than likely be looking to drop $700-$1000 on suspension before you get started. If you then decide to sell the bike, you might have a hard time since I don't think there are many 200 lbs dudes in this area that are in the market for a 125.
On the other hand, you're much more likely to find a used 250 2 stroke or 250f that's already been setup for someone of your size.
For what its worth, all my buddies that have 125's, have them as a second bike.
Yeah I cant find anything in the 125 range set up for my size. I was figuring it'd be around that much which might be annoying considering I need to buy all new gear as well. Unless one pops up dirt cheap that's definitely a factor to take into consideration. That's a great point, thanks.
Yeah, I have been doing a lot of research through other threads and it seems like a lot of guy have them paired up with their 450.
All info is gold to me right now, so I appreciate it!
exactly what I had in mind
I will tell you nothing is more fun to me than railing a sandy turn on a 2 stroke. There just something organic about feeling the tire digging in and shredding. Buying a $2800 - $3300 bike and spending $600 on the suspension is better than buying a 7k 250F and still needing a revalve/springs. Good luck!
Pit Row
SoCal tracks are jumpy and I really believe they're built and designed with 4 strokes in mind.
The joy that riding the 144 has given me far outweighs whatever I missed by not clearing that triple. I say buy that 125 and enjoy, it would be a mistake not to.
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