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Message: [QUOTE="sgtrlgrl, post: 934084, member: 61997"] I have an XR 200 with front disc right now( modified with xr250 front end). I am looking at a '04 CRF 230 for $2500. I have seen dealers with it new for $2600. He wants to throw in a headlight set too. I am 5'9, female and have been riding sporadically for 3 years. My XR has some problems. When I've ridden for 2hrs or so it gets really hot, loud, vibrates, and shifts poorly. Like it misses and goes to neutral even out of 2nd gear. I want a new bike but am not ready to get a bigger bike yet. Any body have some thoughts on the 230. Is it reliable also, any known issues to look for? ect? Also, the 230 only has 5hrs at most ride time. practically brand new and no damage. [/QUOTE]