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Are the newer KTM 2 strokes better bikes than the older Japanese bikes?
I currently own a 2002 rm250. The bike is in like new condition besides the wheel set. Every bearing has been replaced, the motor has been rebuilt, new pipe, fresh suspension, all new cables etc.
I set the bike up for MX but lately have been doing a lot more off-road riding than moto and want a bike that's setup for it.
I'm debating whether to buy the parts needed to make my RM an off-road bike (wheel set, rekluse, desert tank, skid plate and armor) to the tune of about $2500 and ride it or to sell and buy a 2015 ish KTM 250/300xc used. The KTMs go for about $5k used and obviously I would need to tailor it to myself.
So, update the RM or buy a KTM? What would you do?