Klx 300

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bebalo

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• Jun 24, 2002

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Hey,
I'm gonna be getting a new bike some time this summer and, at first, I was set on a XR 250. But now I've read up a bit more on the Kawasaki KLX 300 and I'm thinking that it might be a better choice, considering that the retail on each is identical.

The Kawasaki looks good from the specs: 300 cc four-stroke, liquid cooled, inverted motocross-style forks, more suspension travel than the XR 250, and similiar weight.

Is the KLX 300 as good as it looks? Which would be a better overall woods bike, the XR or the KLX? Which will require more maintainance?

Answers to some or all of my questions would be greatly appreciated. Thanx in advance.

 

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JimmyD2

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Nov 10, 2000

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• Jun 24, 2002

• #2

I chose the KLX over the XR250 and 400 when I was deciding and have been more than happy with it. It is a great trail bike. You really can't go wrong either way.

Here is a good article comparing the KLX with the XR400 - it's old but the bikes have not changed...

http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mcdirt/klxvsxr.html

Also be sure to check out http://www.PlanetKLX.com for more info...

 

Last edited: Jun 24, 2002

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gooby

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Nov 8, 2001

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• Jun 24, 2002

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both r great bikes ,and i considered both at the time i was buyin.i give the klx the nod,better legs though still need balance,more hop up.both r very dependable.if ur a big guy u'll want at least the 300 if not an xr400 for that matter.the 300 stock is a little dull but i've modded my 300 to my liking and can't imagine bein happy with a xr250 power wise and such.of the 2 the klx has more room to grow i think.

 

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I2edScare

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Jun 14, 2002

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• Jun 25, 2002

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hey if you want to get a really good deal on a KLX contact me, my father is selling his, its brand spanking new with 1,400 dollars worth of mods on it. green yz250f anyone? :p contact me at beasstofa25o@aol.com if your interested in pics. i cant say enough about this bike, it is in EXACTLY the same condition as the day he got it and he would get rid of it for around $3,500 its a 2001.

 

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MCassle

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• Jun 28, 2002

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I been on both the KLX300 & XR250, go with the 300. Havn't been on a XR400 but I imagine it'll be heavier.

If you do buy a KLX, I'd recommend a slightly used one. You'll save some money this way & it's possible the previous owner fixed some of the problems that come with the stock bike. www.planetklx.com has alot of info on the bike.

Matt

 

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drBill

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Dec 2, 2001

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• Jun 29, 2002

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KLX all the way. XR4 is too heavy for me on a day of intense riding. I can usually keep up with the XR4's. The KLX is a great bike. A few simple free mods will really wake it up, and if you want more, there's tons of $$ mods.

 

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KLX_BOY

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Feb 2, 2002

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• Jun 29, 2002

• #7

GO GREEN
I say go with the KLX!
KLX_BOY

 

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KTMdude911

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• Jun 29, 2002

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Go with the KLX!!My friends dad has an XR 250 and it dosent compare.