the most reliable?

maxrevs666

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Hi all, I am changing from my first bike (01 KX 125) to an enduro model four stroke. I can get good deals on both a 07 WR250 or a 07 CRF250X. I reckon both bikes are pretty similar so I am interested to hear peoples thoughts on a few points

1) reliability
2) aftermarket parts

any info greatly appreciated!

 

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I voted Honda but far as I know they are both very good bikes. For me parts are alot easier to get for a Honda, and not local either. There are several honda dealers that sell oem parts at discounted prices with quick shipping on-line.

 

truespode

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From the reading I have done and people I have talked to both of the bikes are very, very good bikes with a very good track records on reliability as long as you do the proper maintenance.

However, I prefer the Yamaha 4-stroke line b/c of the 5 valve design and b/c I own a YZ250F (it is my 3rd YZ250F... I've had a 2001, 2003 and now a 2005) :D

Ivan

 

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I voted Honda cause I own 1. :) Like the others have said, they are both great bikes. The are however based on high-performance mx bikes so the maintenance is still very important. They WILL NOT take the neglect an xr style bike will.

Red is a much cooler color :nener: .

 

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The one that is maintained properly will be the most reliable. Either of these bikes will be rolling heaps in short order without proper maintenance.

 

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Neither, a good KTM 2-stroke is the most reliable. But if you must pick from those 2 see Rich's response.

 

maxrevs666

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I understand your points with regards to the bikes both being worthless if not maintained properly. The question I am asking relates to "defects" for want of a better word. More specifically, weak heads, persistent bearing problems, anything else that may be weaker on one bike over the other.

Thanks again!

 

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maxrevs666 said:

I understand your points with regards to the bikes both being worthless if not maintained properly. The question I am asking relates to "defects" for want of a better word. More specifically, weak heads, persistent bearing problems, anything else that may be weaker on one bike over the other.

Thanks again!

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Both bikes are very good. Honda and yamaha are great about build quality. Pick a color, you won't be disappointed.

 

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mark8118

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ktm

get a ktm 2 stroke for the woods, you will regret buying a 4 stroke regardless of the manufacturer.

 

maxrevs666

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the honda is being ordered today! should have her in one week!

 

truespode

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mark8118 said:

you will regret buying a 4 stroke regardless of the manufacturer.

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I didn't.

Ivan

 

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Ill second that Ivan. Though I don't think Ill buy another one, I certainly don't regret buying this one.