New rider....2012 KX250F?

no it is still a beast if you havent ridden a big bike before. My expreiance with a fly wheel on my 250 two stroke is that it delayed the power band about a second then it kicked in.

 

I would recommend a 125 if you want a two stroke. Like said before a 250 2 stroke is not a good starter bike, wayy to fast. I started on my honda cr125r (2 stroke) and I still ride it, super fast and fun bike. Otherwise a ttr230 or cr230 would be a good idea as far as four strokes. Have fun. I bought my tacoma because I had too many toys in the first place, (2 dirt bikes and a street bike).

 

My friends say I'd be fine on a 250 and you guys are saying no haha

 

lots of power= going side ways some times. Example
>>>>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nszEKdHGh-s&feature=related

 

That guy looks like he has absolutely no idea how to ride, but that definitely says something about the 250s. Another thing I thought about was how the 125s have a six speed and changing the rear sprocket to a 50t or higher for more bottom end and then I'd probably end up using sixth gear more, too. A big reason I want a 250 is for bottom end but I don't want it to where I'm just scared shitless. I feel like if I be patient with the bike it will come to me, but who knows.

 

is that some kind of west coast mexi-bro style cutting the fenders like that.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5b4AihUMAo

 

I stepped up from a 105 to a 250 with no problems. It depends on what you feel comfortable with.

 

I dunno I guess I'll get more of an idea when I go to look at the two tomorrow, the guys in those videos look like they have no idea what to do with a dirt bike though. The one you just showed is where like converse or something haha.

 

my input on this thread

False any modern day trailbike will have plenty of power, and if its efi will blow any 3 year old track bike out of the water

true

I have 4 250s they are good bikes, but theres nothing wrong with hondas, kawis, yamahas, and suzukis

So much fail

 

I started on a 450 cause I wanted to be scared shitless and it worked but its a great fun bike

 

KTMrider, you have all this input with little to no reasoning behind it. I'm curious to hear why you think those things. From what I've read about 4t and 2t, a 2t is much easier on the bank and easier to maintain than a 4t, but I'd like to hear your reasoning.

 

Yes 2 strokes are easier to work on and are less expensive than 4 strokes, but I would argue that currently 4 strokes are more reliable make more power and are overall better bikes. Yes 2 strokes have their place but in my opinion any thing a 2 stroke can do a 4 stroke can do better.

I would start on 250f and work you way from there.

 

Man being nit-picky sucks sometimes. I guess we will see tomorrow.

 

im sure you will enjoy a 2 or 4 stroke.... i think your putting too much thought behind it. just know that a 4 stroke has power all the time, where as a 2 stroke, you have to rev up to the power. little food for thought

 

You're exactly right, I am doing just that. I do it all the time. I kinda hate myself for it sometimes.

 

I've only ridden a big bike 3 or 4 times,i grew up racing 50s and 65s and bmx so i had some experience.i just picked up this 02 cr250r earlier this week,rode this weekend and had a blast,

 

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although i've never ridden a newer KTM, i would have to agree.. i have a cr125 (2 stroke) and i love riding it (its not as competitive as it used to be for racing, but i dont want to spend the money on a new bike). my 125 is picky to ride in the trails (a lot of revving and clutching, not great for a beginner) and i would prefer more torque in the woods. from what i hear the ktm 150 and/or 200XC are perfect for what you are looking for. in my opinion, a 2 stroke is easier to work on yourself, and cheaper to maintain than the new 4 stroke mx bikes (from what i hear). if you are trying to be easy on the wallet and have a great time i would vote a 150-200cc ktm 2stroke, leaning more towards the 200 to elminate bumping up down the road.

just my opinion based on your skill level and what you typed up..

(i've had great luck with my hondas)

 

Alright guys the wait is over!!

I pulled the trigger and got a 2011 yz125, they had a yz250 but sold it Saturday. I'm glad I didn't get it because this has plenty of getty up and go for me. I love it so far. It's so fun to ride and it's plenty fast. I have no complaints thus far. However since I'm kinda new to this I'm having trouble finding neutral.

 

wow, very nice. Brand new yz125 im assuming?

how do you like the power?