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What bike for ex-military guy?
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[QUOTE="NoBikeInKorea, post: 1179155, member: 60384"] Well, after 4 years (3 overseas) in the Army it's time to get back into riding and back down to earth. Here we go: [B]1) Physical Size: [/B] 5'8" and 190lbs. [B]2) How physical / aggressive are you:[/B] I'd say middle of the road on this one. [B]3) what do you plan to ride[/B] 95% desert, occasional woods riding. I'm in Nevada after all. [B]4) Do you have any riding experience?[/B] I raced desert for 3 years and have been riding for more than 10. My last bike was a 2001 CR500AF and I loved it. Before that I owned a '99 CR250 and had a short stint on a YZ426, I thought it was too tall. [B]5) Do you think you will race?[/B] For the first year probably not, but I would like to eventually get back into desert racing. No MX/SX. [B]6) Are you mechanically inclined and will you be doing your own bike work?[/B] Yes I do all my own work, engine tear downs, not afraid of a four stroke either. Been there dozens of times. :) [B]7) Do YOU have a preference to a brand/motor choice (2 or 4 stroke)?[/B] I'm partial to Honda, KTM and Yamaha. But would be open to Suzuki/Kawasaki if they offer something special. 4-stroke is where I want to be as well. [B]9) How much do you plan to spend on a bike?[/B] The 450's fall into my price range and would spend more on a KTM if it was the right bike. If they are still more expensive that is. [B]10) Do you live in California?[/B] No, but pretty close. Nevada. Basically I am looking at the following bikes, but my opinion of them is outdated, so maybe somebody can fill me in on what is the best bike for 2007. CRF450R & CRF450X YZ450F & WR450F KTM's various 450 and above SX and off road machines. (I really don't know KTM's models anymore). Other factors: I'm kinda short, so the KTM's appeal to me there and I've always felt that the YZ's were a little taller than other bikes, but that could have been in my head. Also, I am a patient guy, so if something is coming out for 2008 (ie, Fuel injection?), I would be willing to wait. Wow, this post got long, thanks for any tips you guys got! :) [/QUOTE]
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