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This is my first post here on the site, so, hello everyone!
A bit of a background before I start: After 15+ years riding downhill and enduro mountain biking, I'm thinking about giving MX a go. I've been pretty sucessful on the no engined two wheeled fun toys, and ever since I tried ridding an MX bike, I've become completely addicted. With only a few hours on the motorcycle, even if I don't feel like it, people are saying I'm becoming pretty fast on it (I only have like 10 hours, maybe less on them), so I'm thinking about going head first into this.
And now, this is where I need your help. On the mountain bike world, a bicycle with more than 4/5 years is pretty outdated for someone who's thinking about going at it seriously. The geometry changes, the wheel sizes and the technology has evolved so much, that they represent a real advantage to those ridding newer models. Long story short, on the mountain bike world, if you're looking for a bike, the newer it is, the better it'll be (of course things like overall condition and so on are also important, but you get the point).
But now that I'm putting an eye on the engined side of this, things don't seem to be so linear. I've already figured out that pretty much all the brands ditched the carburetor in '09, but I can't even tell if that is a real advantage or not. And geometry wise, I can't seem to find any info regarding its evolution (bicycles have gotten longer, slacker and pretty lower and, therefore, way faster in the last few years).
So, what I need to ask is: From what year onwards should I look?
On my budget (2000€-2700€) I've found everything from 2006 to some 2010 motorcycles. So, I'm a bit confused because I though the budget itself would narrow my possibilities to 10/9 year old bikes.
I hope I was able to express myself coherently, thank you for your help!
A bit of a background before I start: After 15+ years riding downhill and enduro mountain biking, I'm thinking about giving MX a go. I've been pretty sucessful on the no engined two wheeled fun toys, and ever since I tried ridding an MX bike, I've become completely addicted. With only a few hours on the motorcycle, even if I don't feel like it, people are saying I'm becoming pretty fast on it (I only have like 10 hours, maybe less on them), so I'm thinking about going head first into this.
And now, this is where I need your help. On the mountain bike world, a bicycle with more than 4/5 years is pretty outdated for someone who's thinking about going at it seriously. The geometry changes, the wheel sizes and the technology has evolved so much, that they represent a real advantage to those ridding newer models. Long story short, on the mountain bike world, if you're looking for a bike, the newer it is, the better it'll be (of course things like overall condition and so on are also important, but you get the point).
But now that I'm putting an eye on the engined side of this, things don't seem to be so linear. I've already figured out that pretty much all the brands ditched the carburetor in '09, but I can't even tell if that is a real advantage or not. And geometry wise, I can't seem to find any info regarding its evolution (bicycles have gotten longer, slacker and pretty lower and, therefore, way faster in the last few years).
So, what I need to ask is: From what year onwards should I look?
On my budget (2000€-2700€) I've found everything from 2006 to some 2010 motorcycles. So, I'm a bit confused because I though the budget itself would narrow my possibilities to 10/9 year old bikes.
I hope I was able to express myself coherently, thank you for your help!
MTBs are different in that there are far fewer standards (like the wheel sizes you mentioned). Talk about evolution. That happens on the daily in that arena.
even suspension technolgy has not really evolved, the air fork has come but alot of people prefer the twin chamber tech that is from the 2000's,
when looking at second hand bikes, i would go on condition rather than year as your deciding factor,
The Shop
So different its frankly bizarre. (As most know, MTBs are evolving towards DH spec. This years “Anthem” is a lot closer to the geometry of my 5 yo “Trance” than the 2017 “Trance”.
I rode a current YZ250F and feel it was an incremental improvement over my 2008!! (Definitely more power).
The 2008, was very close my 2004, IMHO.
I ride a 2010 YZ250F, the suspension has been set up for me. I really do not feel like the bike holds me back at all, it handles everything that is in my speed/skill level. The carb has never given me issues, I had to take some time with jets, needle position, air mix etc but I was still pulling holeshots last season against new 450s.
I race vet class, where there is a mix of every displacement, new and old, and the tech level of my bike doesn't seem to hold me back... The power difference against the 450s is noticeable here and there, but considering I still win motos and seem to be on the podium at the end of every season shows at the amateur level it doesn't matter.
Just make sure it runs good, the suspension is fresh and properly set up, and you keep up the maintenance and you're good to go.
I'm picking up a new bike shortly, specifically for off road. The only reason why I'm buying new is for peace of mind knowing someone hasn't messed with it (I take out stripped screws on aircraft after other people have messed them up at work, I don't need to do it at home)
And so, once again, much ty.
2013-1985=28 years
So, at least that many.
I’m in the black shift kit on the green bike if your really new to our sport...?
First post? CHECK
Needs help now? CHECK
I will eat my popcorn while this troll leads you in circles.
I’d personally stay away from RM’s are the gearboxes are chocolate I put 2 in mine over 2/3 seasons. YZ’s are always a good choice as they haven’t really changed dramatically. Enjoy whatever you do!
Seems like everyone shares the same opinion regarding this question. Personally, I would have never thought a '06 bike would still be competitive today (not taking the skills into the equation here).
I've seen many comments advising to go the 2stroke way, but I'm not really considering it for two reasons. Mainly because the used market here doesn't have that much offers on this side, and secondly because I've never ridden one and I don't know if I will like it or adapt to it (I also have a very unpopular opinion about hating how they sound).
It also seems that people are not that much into RMZs, so I'll keep that in mind
Regarding the bikes I have an eye on, these two are the main contenders right now (I'll only make the purchase in January, so a few new adverts might pop up meanwhile):
- '08 YZ250F
- '09 SXF250
I know a few people said that 7+ year old 4strokes might be a time bomb, but giving the current scenario, it's a risk I'll have to take.
Finally, about the competition route, I'll leave that aside for now. I'm definitely thinking about it, but I want to be 100% ready when it comes, so I don't see it happening in less than a year.
Pit Row
But given how many people are pointing towards this direction, maybe I'll try to get my leg over one at least to have an opinion about it
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