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Message: [QUOTE="dirt bike dave, post: 1364543, member: 18302"] The '05 250EXC is a great trail bike with a very sweet engine that is about as beginner friendly as any 40+ hp dirt bike is going to be. It is not explosive or fierce like many 250 MX bikes, IMO. My buddy had one and raced it successfully in the A class, but it is also suitable for less skilled rider. I almost bought his - very nice bike. Since you want to ride KTM, your other likely choice would be the 200. It's a great bike, too, but it actually rewards and encourages a more agressive style. Both can be cruised around, but the '05 250 is pretty mellow (fast, but mellow power delivery, if that makes sense). I think you will be fine with your choice. Due to your lack of experience, you should respect the power for sure, but you won't need to be upgrading the bike for a long long time. [/QUOTE]