I am a woods, rock, etc. trail rider and I recently got rid of my WR to start riding MX. I have an '02 Yamaha YZ250f and my mechanic told me that the bike is undersized for me in engine, frame and suspension. I'm 6'2" and 225 pounds. My mechanic said I could get a heavier spring and revalve the rear shock. I think you then get into putting upgrades into a bike that isn't worth it.
I'm thinking about getting a 450f. However, I've heard that a 450 can wear you out faster and it's a struggle to keep the front end down. I have a line on a low hour, very clean 2003 Honda CRF450 which I hear good things about.
Any thoughts on the gains and losses between a 250f and a 450f? My budget is up to around $2600 which keeps me from getting a later model bike.
Thanks.
I'm thinking about getting a 450f. However, I've heard that a 450 can wear you out faster and it's a struggle to keep the front end down. I have a line on a low hour, very clean 2003 Honda CRF450 which I hear good things about.
Any thoughts on the gains and losses between a 250f and a 450f? My budget is up to around $2600 which keeps me from getting a later model bike.
Thanks.