KTM, 5k Budget

[dstrk_sys]

Hi,
Im looking to get back into riding after about 7 years. I use to own an old KX 125 as a broke teenager, I had fun but it wasn't what I really needed. Now im in my younger 20's,no wife, no kids; just a business to run. I have plenty of free time and little extra money to spend; which is always dangerous.

I miss riding tremendously and can't wait to get back into it. I spent thousands of dollars on other things I thought would be fun and to try to break the habit, but I give up; I enjoyed riding far more than anything I have done to entertain myself.

I mostly will be doing woods riding and lean toward a KTM. When I use to ride I always thought I would like them. Now that I have been out of it so long; I don't have a clue whats best for me. I want something I can ride on trails with, joy ride around the track on occasions and something that will fit my riding ability; which is pretty much a newbie by this point. On the other hand; I want something that will allow me to be a newbie and make stupid mistakes, but also will allow me to progress.

I would prefer not to spend over 5000 on a bike, which might seem like overkill, but I believe if you are going to do something; do it right.

Any help would be greatly appreciated

 

[kawicam125]

look at the kdx 200. their fun, ( their two-stroke!), and their made for enduros and trails. if your looking for a ktm woods bike, you could look at a 200/300/380 exc.

 

[SpeedyManiac]

What's your height and weight?

I would think a KTM200EXC would fit you quite nicely.

 

[dstrk_sys]

I am 6'2 and maybe 200 pounds.

 

[83MX80]

the KTM 525 4 strokes are BEASTS. not sure if you could find one for under 5k though. but if not then 300-400 from KTM they are also nice.

 

[SpeedyManiac]

At your size I'd look at a KTM250EXC or 300EXC.