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[QUOTE="BrianVT, post: 1046203, member: 56132"]
I spent 4 years riding an XR500R in Utah. Some of the best times I've had.
After moving back East I replaced the old 500 with an XR650R and plated it. I hooked up with a group that rides enduros, scrambles, and turkey runs. I loved the XR even in the tightest/nastiest enduros and I'm only 160 lbs. After 2 years on the Pig my buddies finally convinced me that I needed a more appropriate bike. I sold the Pig and bought an '03 EC300.
The bike is fantastic. I can lug it or scream it. It turns like it's on rails. It starts easy even after dropping it. Maintenance is cake. Parts are no problem.
I do miss the versatility and the stealth (sound) of the XR for local fun riding though. I wish I could have afforded to keep it for when I'm not pushing as hard in the tight stuff. Road runs at 65 mph were no problem on the XR. The Gasser will do it but it's definately out of it's element. 
Good luck in your decision. It was a tough one for me.
I'd own both if I had the $.
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