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#177062 - 06/11/05 06:22 PM
125cc or 250cc?
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Registered: 06/11/05
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Great site! Lots of very useful information.
I have a question though... I'm new to motorcycle riding and I'm in the market for a MX bike to learn on. I'm 6'2", 205lbs.. Should I purchase a 125 or a 250 2 stroke?
I'm mainly interested in riding trails and doing some MX, but I'm sure it might take a while before I get into jumping.
Any suggestions or direction would be greatly appreciated.
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#177063 - 06/11/05 09:30 PM
Re: 125cc or 250cc?
[Re: hotrod6966]
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Registered: 03/12/04
Posts: 297
Loc: Frisco, Texas
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I'm 6'0'' and i ride a yz125. If you want to do trails, you might want a 250f or 450f. I don't ride trails very well on my 2 stroke. The 4 stroke will have the bottom power to get you up steep hills going slow.
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#177065 - 06/12/05 01:35 PM
Re: 125cc or 250cc?
[Re: hotrod6966]
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Registered: 01/05/01
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At 200+ pounds, the minimum bike for you should be a 250F. A 250 two stroke or even possibly 400-426-450 4 stroke could be the right choice. I prefer 4 strokes, but lots of folks swear by their oil burners.
As far as reliability, we have a 99 YZF400 that has been bulletproof. I've also had 01, 02 and 04 KTM 520/525's, and all have been great. I have several friends with Honda CRF 450 bikes that have had many valve troubles.
Are you buying new or used? What's your budget? What experience on bikes do you have? Those answers might help narrow your choices some, as well.
For instance, if you are brand new to motorcycles of any kind, a Honda XR400 might be best for you. Smooth friendly power, great offroad suspension, extremely reliable and easy to maintain. Can be used for lightweight MX, as you improve your bike skills.
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#177066 - 06/12/05 05:35 PM
Re: 125cc or 250cc?
[Re: Tominator]
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Registered: 03/28/01
Posts: 5243
Loc: Huntsville
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My 2 cents is 250 four stroke. Very forgiving to learn on but will rip when you get better. Great fun and reliable.
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#177067 - 06/12/05 09:37 PM
Re: 125cc or 250cc?
[Re: woodsguy]
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Registered: 11/28/01
Posts: 4472
Loc: Hamilton, Tx
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Another good bike would be a KTM 300 exc. although it a 2 st it rides like a 4st. Super smooth and lots of power on the top end.
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#177068 - 06/13/05 09:59 AM
Re: 125cc or 250cc?
[Re: hotrod6966]
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Registered: 05/28/04
Posts: 366
Loc: Dallas, Texas
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I agree with Tominator- a rider over 200 lbs will go through top ends rapidly on a 125. We big boys need a bike with beans! At 230 lbs, I feel most at home on a 250- though I did ride a KDX200 for several years and loved it (once I got the suspension dialed in for my weight and riding style). In fact, I used to sail that KDX through the air pretty good.
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