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TwoTwo150
1/30/2014 8:12pm
1/30/2014 8:12pm
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Spring will soon be approaching and I have a dilemma. I am 16 that means I dont have a lot of money to spend on a bike, right now I have around $4000. So my question to all is should I go with a used 2 stroke since they are much more simple or a used 250f? If I were to get a 2 stroke should it be a 125 or 250? My other option would be a 2011 rmz 250 and are they reliable? Thanks for any advice
4K can get you a nice bike. I'd look at 06+ YZ250's. Find one for about 2500-3K in nice shape. Keep the remainder for gas, parts, etc.
Both excellent suggestions. A steel frame yz250 can be had for cheap, and you can ride all year without a rebuild. $5 oil change every other ride, clean filter and you're good to go.
A 250 2 stroke can be a beast of a bike! When I was younger I rode 2 strokes but now I'm older and find the 4 strokes much more fun and predictable.
Also consider what type of riding you are doing or want to do?
Yes, I agree 2 strokes are much less to maintain but maybe maybe try to ride a buddy's 4 stroke if you never have. Big 2 strokes can be intimidating as a smaller, new rider.
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It's not that hard to control, though
Oddly enough the one case of whiskey throttle I have ever had was on my brothers KTM 125SX.
Though I think a 250F would be better suited for you, they just are not a smart buy for longevity, especially used. A 450 well maintained (oil, air filter) should last quote a while.
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