220 or 250 for a beginner?
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220 or 250 for a beginner?
Hey guys. So I've been scanning craigslist for KDX200 lately and have found a lot of 250s and 220s. There seems to be a great selection of 200s, but would it be bad for me (a beginner) to get a 220 or 250? I know the 250 is pretty powerful and would most likely be bad for me, but how about the 220? Any opinions would be welcomed. Thanks!
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
I would pick a 200 or 220 over a 250 if only for parts availability
both are very good beginner bikes the 220 maybe even more so then the 200 due to the low end grunt
both are very good beginner bikes the 220 maybe even more so then the 200 due to the low end grunt
newbbewb wrote:DIYmirage has it right.
-1996 KDX 200 woods weapon (converted to 99 green body)
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-2003 Yamaha TTR125-L (wifeys bike)
-1997 KDX 220 project bike
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
Thanks dude. That makes sense, the 250 and its parts seem a little on the rarer side.diymirage wrote:I would pick a 200 or 220 over a 250 if only for parts availability
both are very good beginner bikes the 220 maybe even more so then the 200 due to the low end grunt
By the way, what do you mean by "low end grunt"? I'm positive my question sounds stupid, but bear with me please.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
the 220 has more power down low (as in, at lower RPM) making it almost tractor like in the way it pulls and making it a little harder to stall then the 200
newbbewb wrote:DIYmirage has it right.
-1996 KDX 200 woods weapon (converted to 99 green body)
-1996 KDX 200 plated street toy (barney edition)
-2003 Yamaha TTR125-L (wifeys bike)
-1997 KDX 220 project bike
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220 or 250 for a beginner?
Good low speed performance. Think tractor as opposed to a Formula 1 racing car.
Also, please be aware that stock 220 pistons have a reputation for breaking up without warning. If you get a 220, be sure to check it for a stock piston, and if so fitted, you should change it out for a forged Wiseco or equivalent.
Also, please be aware that stock 220 pistons have a reputation for breaking up without warning. If you get a 220, be sure to check it for a stock piston, and if so fitted, you should change it out for a forged Wiseco or equivalent.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
Thanks guys. Sounds like I'll be setting my sights on a 220 instead of a 200. Thanks for the help!
Pumpguy: thanks for the heads up. I'll keep that in mind.
Pumpguy: thanks for the heads up. I'll keep that in mind.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
As a beginner, stick with the 200 or 220R (220). The 250 has a good bit more power, besides being a but heavier, parts availability, etc.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
Awesome, thanks. I kinda figured the 250 was out of my league.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
I have a 220 and I am true beginner. I enjoy riding it.
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Re: 220 or 250 for a beginner?
I thought you were only buying gear for it ?goodoboy wrote:I have a 220 and I am true beginner. I enjoy riding it.
when did you start riding ?
newbbewb wrote:DIYmirage has it right.
-1996 KDX 200 woods weapon (converted to 99 green body)
-1996 KDX 200 plated street toy (barney edition)
-2003 Yamaha TTR125-L (wifeys bike)
-1997 KDX 220 project bike