I am in the process of buying a KTM 400 RFS. I have a deposit on a E/XC with the intention of making a barely legal 'dual sport' out of it, but after 2 seconds of thought I wondered if the M/XC is a better base to work from.
My thinking is this: If I am spending the money for a kit from UFO or Baja Designs (which includes lights) isn't it cost effective to start with the M/XC. The M/XC has a larger tank as well.
My Questions:
Does the M/XC have enough wattage to power lights etc?
Are there any other unseen differences (suspension valving etc)?
What difference will the gearing make in general trail riding conditions?
What are the actual weights of both bikes?
Thanks in advance.
Kwi
Note: I ride 90% off-road and mostly single track or mountain terrain. I usually do a couple of rides a year in the south west desert areas and plan on riding Baja next spring as well.
My thinking is this: If I am spending the money for a kit from UFO or Baja Designs (which includes lights) isn't it cost effective to start with the M/XC. The M/XC has a larger tank as well.
My Questions:
Does the M/XC have enough wattage to power lights etc?
Are there any other unseen differences (suspension valving etc)?
What difference will the gearing make in general trail riding conditions?
What are the actual weights of both bikes?
Thanks in advance.
Kwi
Note: I ride 90% off-road and mostly single track or mountain terrain. I usually do a couple of rides a year in the south west desert areas and plan on riding Baja next spring as well.