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General Two Stroke Talk / who rides what?

« on: May 18, 2012, 04:07:16 PM »

2006 YZ 250. FMF SST Pipe and Powercore 2 silencer, VForce 3 reeds and LOWE Suspension
My brother has an 08 YZ 250

Unless Yamaha gets creative, I'll probablly get a 2013 250SX. BRRRRAAAPPPP

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General Two Stroke Talk / 2012 250SX or 2012 YZ250

« on: May 04, 2012, 03:48:45 PM »

Ive always known that the KTM has had a MONSTER of a motor, the suspension has me worried though. Since they moved from the PDS to the linkage, im wondering if they've taken all of the jap gains and used them to bring their stuff up to par? It would be hard to leave the SSS behind, but at this point, im willing to try anything to get a bike to corner fairly well. The braking power of the KTM would also be a plus. Idk if its just cause my bike is 6yrs old or what, but my front brake seems non-existant compared to my brothers 08 YZ and the SX comes with oversized rotors.

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General Two Stroke Talk / 2012 250SX or 2012 YZ250

« on: May 03, 2012, 06:48:37 AM »

Wow, those are all pretty valid points. I like the YZ bc that's what im used to and what I know. As far as availability, I think im gonna struggle trying to find any brand new 2t. The KTM sounds good with the better motor and clutch but its hard to beat top level suspension. Im really looking for something that hits real hard down low and will have me asking myself "do I have enough room to make it through 3rd?" Also, I want something that corners real well, my YZ doesn't seem to sit down in a line. Just trying to figure out if its better to go with something I know or take a gamble on something thats advertised as being pretty sweet.

Btw, no I am not from Memphis, TN lol, Grand Rapids, MI actually

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General Two Stroke Talk / 2012 250SX or 2012 YZ250

« on: May 03, 2012, 12:01:08 AM »

Hey everyone, I'm currently researching options for my new ride. I currently have an 06 YZ250 with a completely rebuilt motor, VForce 3 reeds, FMF SST pipe and Powercore 2 silencer, but i feel the bike as whole is on its last leg. Thus, why i am looking for some more input. I have ridden a "big 4" brand my whole life and have never even been on a KTM. But the KTM is $400 cheaper than the YZ and comes stock with some pretty sweet stuff (VForce3, hydraulic clutch, etc). But my concerns lie in the fact that I have ZERO experience with a KTM. Any input would be greatly appreciated!