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Message: [QUOTE="Jay-R, post: 211827, member: 26693"] That is great info, I have been considering the 200 in order to keep the light weight. However, I really believe I would be a better rider on a 4-stroke (my background is in 4-stroke ****s). My cr125 is a great bike, but I ride 75% woods 25% mx. I am getting tired of the lack of bottom end in the woods and constant clutching and shifting. My mx riding is not that agressive, I will never be RC or MC. But I do enjoy a few 40 ft doubles and tabletops. I know that KTM markets the m/xc as a cross between mx and woods, so it sounds like that would suit me, but will I still be able to make my few 40 ft doubles or will it require extensive suspension work? The e button sounds sounds great. That would probably be the biggest reason I would buy a KTM. As far as the 400sx, I think for the same money I would buy a CRF450 instead. Coming off of a 125, does the weight difference really bother you, or is it something you get used to quickly? Also, I have heard several people complain about the m/xc's tank being too large, is that really an issue, if so is the e/xc tank any better? The only other draw back of the KTM to me is the price. I know the saying you get what you pay for. Is this the case with KTM, after riding Hondas for years, I know that they are very reliable machines. Also, how does the KTM handle? This is quite a bit more weight than a 125 motocross bike, and I know that yamahas handle razor sharp (in the right hands). I know that I ask alot of questions, but when you are considering a $6000 motorcycle, you had better get all the info you can. Thanks for the advice. [/QUOTE]

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