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My current bike is a 2016 Honda CRF250, with FMF full system and factory connection suspension. Im 6ft, and about 200 lbs, B rider/intermediate level. I ride the 250F because I dont get to ride as much as i used to, and my main practice track is fairly tight and doesnt need a 450. Some tracks I go to I wish I still had a 450, but not often. Im really not racing anymore just ride at home or practice days.
What new bikes should I be looking at? Ive been buying Hondas and Yamahas since the early 2000s mainly. The new models with electric start and SPRING FORKS would be a nice change.
My riding style is pretty aggressive for being old ish at 38, but thats what is fun to me. Doesnt work as well on a 450 lol, but I can adjust again if needed. Just seem to prefer the 250F power or a 250 two stroke.
My current bike is definitely not known as a fast bike among 250F's....
What new bikes should I be looking at? Ive been buying Hondas and Yamahas since the early 2000s mainly. The new models with electric start and SPRING FORKS would be a nice change.
My riding style is pretty aggressive for being old ish at 38, but thats what is fun to me. Doesnt work as well on a 450 lol, but I can adjust again if needed. Just seem to prefer the 250F power or a 250 two stroke.
My current bike is definitely not known as a fast bike among 250F's....
It's kind of a "can't lose" situation when you ride one:
a) They are fast enough to beat 450s unless you are up against a really talented rider on a very slick track.
b) If the above happens, hey you were on an underpowered dinosaur.
The Shop
Although maybe the new ktms with adjustable power valve springs, mapping, etc maybe they could be really dialed in to work well over more situations.
Plus the suspension is a little more 'relaxed' at lower RPM's, thus a little plusher/more compliant
The 270 dyno'd at 52 peak hp and a nice jump up in the still linear torque curve. This included some head work, Vortex ignition and RnD throttle body.
To me the 270 also seems just a little bit easier to handle than the 350, but again really close call.
Alta MXR. You will have a blast riding again ?⚡️?
Pit Row
Think about it.
-Very little maintenance (no oil to change, no air filters to get your hands all greasy, no valves to check, no top ends to worry about, no spark plugs to change).
-It runs exactly the same no matter what elevation or temperature you are faced with. It always feels the same.
-It's quiet (will save your ears) (At age 31 i'm already suffering from tinnitus from loud exhausts, even with earplugs).
-You don't have to worry about using a clutch or shifting gears.
-You can never stall it.
-It has even more traction than a 4 stroke.
-It's nimble feeling thanks to very little inertia.
-Awesome brakes.
-The cool factor. You'll likely be the only guy at the track with this bike.
https://motocrossactionmag.com/2014-test-ride-ktm-300sx-two-stroke-kit-…
It will deliver BIG power if you rev it, and is more controllable than a 450 when you get tired. Also, the power delivery is smoother than a 2 stroke. So the bike digs and goes straight, rather than squirming around like a 2 stroke.
I’ve had multiple 125s, 200s, 250s, 250Fs, and 450s. The 350 is the closest do-it-all bike that I’ve had in 40 years.
Having said that, I want another 125. They are so much dadgum fun.
I generally prefer to go fast on a slow bike. Then I get beat, then buy a 450 to beat those guys that kicked my ass, but I never really get faster. 450s are a thrill ride, but I’m faster on a 250F or my current 350.
Get what thrills you today. It may change later, but that’s OK. We’re dirt bikers damnit. Ride what makes you feel good.
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