Ok since I wasn't able to make it to Dirtweek, the buy a bike bug has bitten. I went and looked at the 02 250 SX KTM yesterday. I'm impressed with the look, feel, and detail of the KTM. The bike looks like it would be easy to work on, i.e. basic maintenance etc. I can't believe how slim the bike feels seating on it! After doing some research here and on other boards, here are my questions.
1. I'm a long term YZ 250 rider, how does the power compare to the YZ?
2. Can the mineral fluid in the clutch be replaced with another type of fluid?
3. Is there longer clutch levers available? The stock one is to short for my taste.
4. I've seen some information about rear shocks, heim bolts, and bottom clevis shock mount breaking. Has anyone seen a rash of this happening?
5. Loctite seems to be a KTM owners best friend. Is vibration of bolts worse then on a Jap bike?
6. Lastly, the 300 MXC maybe a possible consideration also. I ride mostly MX, and some trails. I plan to race MX in the over 30 class. How does a MXC do a MX track? I'm sure the suspension would need to be redone to handle the demands of MX. Would I be better off going with the 250 SX, and breathing on the engine if needed?
Thanks in advance for everyone's help!
1. I'm a long term YZ 250 rider, how does the power compare to the YZ?
2. Can the mineral fluid in the clutch be replaced with another type of fluid?
3. Is there longer clutch levers available? The stock one is to short for my taste.
4. I've seen some information about rear shocks, heim bolts, and bottom clevis shock mount breaking. Has anyone seen a rash of this happening?
5. Loctite seems to be a KTM owners best friend. Is vibration of bolts worse then on a Jap bike?
6. Lastly, the 300 MXC maybe a possible consideration also. I ride mostly MX, and some trails. I plan to race MX in the over 30 class. How does a MXC do a MX track? I'm sure the suspension would need to be redone to handle the demands of MX. Would I be better off going with the 250 SX, and breathing on the engine if needed?
Thanks in advance for everyone's help!