2020 klx300r vs wr250f

The KLX300R doesn't have the bells and whistles of the WR250F such as a headlight and instrument panel, but the 300R doesn't have an $8599 price tag either. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Why would you want it to reve slower?! I'm thinking something like a Yamaha WR250F (not WR250R) might be the best choice for you. Sound fun? Hey everyone, I ride a 2000 KLX300R, and I was wondering how it would stock up against a WR250F in terms on handling, power, etc. https://advrider.com/f/threads/2020-kawasaki-klx300r.1390094/, 4BA3E403-642C-403D-A7C8-24DAF764CDAF.jpeg, B04A6351-313D-4DED-9084-BD2877B9C69F.jpeg, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Closest one I can find is 5.5 hours away. My buddy has one. IMO the 250F is a "hotter" machine, especially if you're not vertically challenged. One of the most iconic sportbikes ever, its faster and the most technologically advanced Hayabusa ever. 2 bigger footpegs Ive a WR250R. Yep. I bought it as my first bike because I didn't do my research, and then got rid of it. I know power wise the 2 bikes I'm looking at wont compare and I'm fine with that, and for my current needs a tamer bike would be better. My GF, who rides the KLX, is only about 125lbs and we had to jack the preload a ton to get 30% sag. It goes just like the YZ. The XT250 also has several inches of lower seat height AND a higher ground clearance, both important points as well as a turning radius that rivals some trials bikes. forthe off-idle grunt a 230/250F provides, way more useful for stop-and-go trail riding and exploring uncharted places. Though its surprisingly smooth at highway speed and cruises right along at 65-70 mph without the engine feeling like its going to blow up, the seat is tall, narrow and hard, and the bike can get blown around in high winds. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. The second video shows some of the mods already available for the Honda CRF250F. Both of these bikes can gain significant bottom-end torque with a big bore kit while staying reliable if you need more power down low. Marks Gear (WR250F):Helmet: Fly Racing Formula VectorGoggles: Fly Racing Zone ProJersey: Fly Racing Kinetic K120Pants: Fly Racing EvolutionBoots: Fly Racing FR5, Gregs Gear (WR250R):Helmet: Shoei Hornet x2Jacket: Scorpion YosemitePants: Scorpion YosemiteBoots: Alpinestars Corozal, Website: YamahaBase Price: $6,699/$8,599Engine Type: Liquid-cooled single, DOHC, 4 valves per cyl.Bore x Stroke: 77.0 x 53.6mmDisplacement: 250ccFuel Delivery: EFITransmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated wet clutchFinal Drive: O-ring chainWheelbase: 55.9/58.3 in.Rake/Trail: 26.7/27.2 degrees; 4.4/4.6 in.Seat Height: 36.6/37.6 in.Wet Weight: 296/255 lbs.Fuel Capacity: 2.0/2.2 galsMPG: 91 AKI min (avg): 61.0/NA, I just tag my wr250f and ride it on the road to the trails far superior to the Wr250r, I have a the yz250fx with a tag and a wr250r striped down with dirt mods. One of the biggest differences of these Yamaha dirt bikes is the suspension and how it is set up from the factory. Bore x Stroke: 77.0 x 53.6mm Displacement: 250cc Fuel. I've narrowed down my search to these two new 2020 bikes. | Anthony Rodriguez on the SML Show, PulpMX Show 534 Eli Tomac, Zach Osborne, DirtWurx Alex Gillespie w/ Jason Weigandt in studio. The CRF250X has: a less radical cam which makes it more suitable for trails Don, Suzuki and Pipes Motorsports Group Launch RM Army Boot Camp, 2023 144200cc Two-Stroke Enduro and Off-Road Bikes To Buy, 2023 125cc Two-Stroke Off-Road and Enduro Bikes To Buy, 2023 300350cc Four-Stroke Motocross Bikes To Buy, Factory Off-Road RacebikesCraig DeLongs 2023 Husqvarna FX 350, Factory Off-Road RacebikesLiam Drapers 2023 Yamaha YZ250FX, Eli Tomac To Race 2023 AMA Pro Motocross and SuperMotocross, Pro Wrenching TipAligning the Front Axle, 2023 Beta Evo Factory Trials Bikes First Look. Honda say 120kg / 265lbs, for the CRF250F. The KLX300R weighs 282 pounds so it's the heaviest beginner bike, but that's understandable given the larger engine size and larger gas tank (bike weight is calculated 'ready-to-ride', with all fluids added). So be sure to post up some pictures and your thoughts about it after you get it. But a couple of things to watch for.the new KLX300R version is very heavysomething like 283 lbs wet weight. It would slot it between the air cooled trail bikes (CRF230F, CRF250F, TTR230) andthe high performance enduro bikes like a Yamaha WR250F. (a patch, I know) THE BOG, gezz I'm working on that too, seems I can't get rid of it, seems I just moove the bog around with jetting, and pump timing. 2020 2023 WR250F Specifications Download Print Friendly PDF MSRP* $8,599 - Team Yamaha Blue - Available from October 2019 Engine Engine Type 250cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 4 valves Bore x Stroke 77.0mm 53.6mm Compression Ratio 13.8:1 Fuel Delivery Mikuni fuel injection, 44mm Transmission Wide-ratio 6-speed; wet multiplate clutch Final Drive The new KLX300R looks interesting as well. Dirt bike companies have pretty much figured out how to make them reliable. The next door neighbor kid (16 years old) has a new 2020 KLX300R and I have a 2015 WR450F along with the power tuner. You are using an out of date browser. Dislike. Nooby216, Although they have almost the same engine design, the internal aspects are what make it diverse. I still have a 250xr, great bike etc. The KLX is old (er) machine with more mellow traits. Home. With its revolutionary front-intake, rear-exhaust, liquid-cooled, DOHC four-stroke power plant, added sixth gear, and wide ratio. I know I am all over the place but with all the input from other treads I keep looking at diferent machines. Does the KLX300 really have any modern features? With previous riding experience and your physical size, I think the air cooled trail bikes(CRF230F, CRF250F, TTR230) might keep you interested for a little while. This laughingly self-described bionic neon sign-maker who keeps accidentally electrocuting himself, is a successful artist recently named as art ambassador for the cabinet office, Great Britain. So little apparently, that Yamaha decided to drop the Wr250R and keep the XT250.. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The KLX300R retails for $5,499 and its closest competitor in the trailbike market is the 2020 Honda CRF250F. It also has oil injection, a six-speed gearbox and full lighting. 3 skidplate More torque down low makes it easier to ride in the woods because its smoother and more predictable. 2007 KLX300R dry weight 234 lbs. so demo them first. Both the Honda CRF250F and Kawasaki KLX300R offer a six-month warranty with the option to extend the warranty at an additional cost. The 2020 Kawasaki KX 250 has an MSRP of $7,799, while the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 300R has an MSRP of $5,499. It seems it is a popular question as of late. On the other hand, the WR250F engine is slightly detuned and is built for low-end and midrange torque. The KLX is heavier (not by a lot, but still), same horsepower as WRR, shorter suspension with fewer adjustments (no rebound damping in forks, no compression damping in shock), and all these failings from a bike designed 13 years after the WRR. The Kawasaki KLX300R is powered by a 300cc four-stroke engine that offers more power than the WR250F. This one is a no-brainer do you need or want lights? The image below shows the KLX300R ERGO-FIT handlebars (image courtesy of Kawasaki). If you havent figured it out already, the WR250F is clearly the better trail bike for several reasons. Or is it better to stick with the old school dual sports?Merch:https://teespring.com/stores/jhmotorclubStay Up to Date:Instagram: JHMotorClubMy brother's channel, JH Motorsport: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyb3BeWc-JgLw_CumJka7dQChapters:Intro: 0:00WR250R and DRZ400 Overview, what we know about the KLX300: 0:48First Swap onto the WR250R: 2:42First Impressions of the DRZ400: 4:37Talking KLX300 vs. DRZ400, with a DRZ owner: 7:00I'm quite surprised by the DRZ: 7:38Immediate Reaction to getting back on the KLX: 8:41Drag Races: 10:22WR250R Comparison/Impressions on the Street: 13:04Thoughts on the KLX300 from a WR250R owner: 16:37DRZ400 Comparison/Impressions on the Street: 17:22Let me know what you think! IMO the 250F is a "hotter" machine, especially if you're not vertically challenged. At the heart of the KLX300 ultimate lightweight dual-sport, is an enduro-inspired 292cc engine, fuel-injected and liquid-cooled for consistent performance even when the action heats up. What happens when a liquid-cooled dirt bike gets too hot? Current iteration = 282 wet (287 wet w CA configuration). If your radiator gets too low on coolant, it will stay hot and overheat more easily. It really is, particularly if the type of off-road riding you do and your skill level really warrant a non-street-legal dirt bike. .dont know. Electric start isnt a necessity, but Im a big fan of it for trail riding. Sleep usually came in a camp chair by the dwindling fire, or in the back of the truck. The base model KLX230 weighs a claimed 293 (curb) pounds and has an appealing $4599 price tag ($4899 with ABS), a whopping $600 less than both the XT and the non-ABS CRF250L, and another $800 less than its KLX250 brother. If youre looking at a 2018 and older YZ250F, it only had kickstart, while the WR250F has always had kick-start since 2003. For us motorcycle peeps, Biker Mark is possibly better known as a motorcycle documentary movie Director and Producer. What do you guys think? But I feel like after 10 hours you'd be comfortable and have a bike that has enough performance for you to ride for years before it holds you back at all. When the klx 300 came out I was already xr "heavy" and swallowed hard and admitted to myself that it was more my type of bike than my xr was. are you using the kx as a woods bike at all? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. If you weren't around when the industry was really thriving, it was doing so without the machines you mentioned. ). Check it out in person at your local Suzuki dealer now, or visit suzukicycles.com to learn more. The adult beginner dirt bike market has held steady for many years, but there hasn't been much innovation or competition among the manufacturers. Add to that loading up all of your riding gear,water, food, sunblock and first aid kit and youre good to goafter about an hours worth of effort. I think the KLX might be a step up from the CRF250F. The WR250F is based off of the YZ250F, although some years lagged behind in technological updates. Click here to learn more. The KTM 250XCF has the same power output as the motocross version. Looking at the rear shocks, the KLX has 9.1 inches of travel with a piggyback reservoir and adjustable rebound damping. Just saw the wet weight of this bike. Return this item for free. Klx-Rs are off-road-only bikes, while the KLX230 is a dual sport ; Start date Mar 13, 2003 scairns! It's mostly just dirt trails, but it can get rocky in spots, and with some hills. https://thumpertalk.com/forums/forum/198-klrklx-125140230250300/. Thirty years ago, I would have chosen a dirt bike every time for any kind of off-road riding. And it averages 61 mpg! This does not change the torque or horsepower, but rather slows down how quickly the engine revs up and slows down. The biggest difference is that the WR250F is a trail bike that has softer suspension, smoother power, and has more accessories for trail riding that make it more comfortable and function riding off-road rather than racing on a motocross track. RA: Combined with the super cush fork on the CRF300L, the front brake is, at times, downright scary. The 2020 KLX300R is being marketed as a bike that bridges the gap between a weekend play bike and a full-on race bike and that's a good description. I know this is just a low performance trail bike but wow so heavy and under powered. For comparison, my KTM 250 EXC-F has a bore of 78mm by 52.3mm of stroke yet it feels less refined north of 50 mph than the Kawi. On the other hand, the CRF250F has a longer wheelbase - almost 2.5" longer. This DOHC four-stroke engine boasts a strong low- and mid-range, with exhilarating top-end pulling power. Anyway this is getting long. JCKLW 9.48mm Thick Adjustable Valve Shim Kit for Honda CRF450R CRF450RX CRF450X CRF250R CRF250RX 2002-2020, TRX450ER Electric Start TRX450R, Arctic Cat DVX 400 TS 2006 2007 (52pcs) . I'm definatly considering putting a light kit on a 2006 KX250F as my best option. The klx300 is the same klx300 that people were winning races on in its first iteration. 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Yet at 296 pounds gassed up, its still the lightest of the affordable Japanese 200/250 dual-sports. Ya I'm using the KX250F as a woods bike, or trying to. Im 130ish lbsand about 5' 7" tall. The 300R is also the only beginner bike that's liquid-cooled instead of air-cooled. Nothing wrong with the bikes you mentioned, but there is middle ground between the air cooled trail bikes (KLX230R) and 2 stroke MX bikes (CR250R) you rode many years ago, such as any of the 4 stroke watercooled enduro/offroad models like WR250F, YZ250FX, CRF250X, KTM 250 XCF-W, Husky FE250, etc along with some lower displacement 2 stroke watercooled offroad/enduro bikes like KTM 150/200 XC-W or TE150. Having good clutch control is still very important if you want to be a good trail rider. Warning: strpos(): Empty needle in /var/home/ikvetlvq/meinardadraudze.lv/f8xndpw/index.php on line 1 The suspension settings are noticeably softer in comparison to the motocross version, but still offer plenty of resistance to bottoming. Life is so simple when youre young. Different engine altogether from the KX250F motocross bikes, more in line with the CRF-F's. 2023 ft. RotoMoto, Zach Osborne doesnt like Probation Penalties in Supercross, They Can Rub Me But I Cant Rub Back, Eli Tomac Explains His Line Choices on Oaklands Very Technical 2023 Supercross Track, Haiden Deegan On The Ghost Ride #ghostride #thedeegans #moto #supercross #dirtbikes #shorts, Backflip Attempts, MXGP Racing, & More! We use cookies to improve your experience on this website and so that ads you see online can be tailored to your online browsing interests. 88 & FREE Returns . Have you looked at the 2023 Suzuki Hayabusa yet? I'd definitely get the KLX300R over the CRF250F. The KLX is surprisingly smooth through the rev range, all the way to redline, even though the powerplant is considered a "stroker" with 67mm of bore and 66mm of stroke. Yes, you can absolutely ride a YZ250F motocross bike on the trails. The CRF250R has: a larger stroke a little higher compression a hotter camshaft a close-ratio transmission In comparison to Honda 250F, the specs of the 250R are so remarkable. Don't know why this is. In our second segment Associate Editor Teejay Adams chats with Mark The Biker Sloperaka Mark Illuminati. Its also less likely to stall because the inertia keeps the engine spinning a little bit longer. And not have to change the oil the second I got home. 4 lighter exhaust That extra 30 or 40 lbs makes a huge difference. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. The chassis is slightly smaller than the standard model's for a lower seat height. But all of the Japanese manufacturers also sell less expensive models in displacements from 200 to 650cc. Starter and battery added now but how could that add 30 lbs. I can tell you from experience that a 'measly' CRF230F when pushed to it's very limits by an experienced rider can. It's bottem end power is kinna lacking, it's fine for normal stuff but just does'nt have the grunt to lug in a higher gear up steep stuff. I like the 250F so much I think I'm gonna hand down the KLX to my brother. there's evena plug for it under the front number plate. The 292cc DOHC Single delivers predictable and progressive power across its mid-range and is able to tractor up obstacles fairly easily - within reason. I got mine down to 271lbs with a gallon of fuel, still have a headlight, skid plate and hand guards. It fills a much-needed gap between a large youth . How to Change Spark Plug | Kawasaki Z125 Pro - kawasaki z125 , autofun.co.th Oddometer: 102. If I was looking for a used model I would lean toward the KLX. An even better first dirt bike would be the TTR230 trail bike because its slightly smaller and the power is much smoother and easier to control. No matter what type of riding you plan on doing, if youre looking for your first dirt bike then you want to pick the one thats easiest to ride.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. I've heard good things about shorter riders & the KLX. One of the reasons why the YZ250F is lighter is because the gas tank is smaller (less fuel also means less weight). What a let down after being stoked on everything I had read up to that point. The 2020 Kawasaki KLX300R boasts electric start and fuel injection - both things that make living with, riding, and maintaining the new 300 nearly effortless. JavaScript is disabled. Again, just my opinion. Not a bad thing, but if you looking for a more modern, aggressive bike, it's the 250F. I would agree with that. Today convenience and cost are more important than speed and ultimate capability, which makes a bike like the WR250R dual-sport the obvious choice. Thanks for the opinions. Well I would say the Yamaha is more of a Race bike, and the Kawaski is more of a trail bike. I've watched a number of videos on the KLX and it seems like a pretty solid performer and it seems to fill that gap between low performance air cooled trail bike and high performance enduro bike. It actually isn't all that much heavier than a Honda that has dropped a gear. I suspect the suspension and brakes on the KLX will be a step above. The KLX250 dual sport changed to EFI recently. 2020 Yamaha WR250F vs WR250R | Comparison Test, Favorite Rides & Destinations Digital Edition, Adventure & Dual-Sport Motorcycle Reviews, New Buell Super Cruiser to Debut at Daytona Bike Week, 2023 Indian Sport Chief | First Ride Review, 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | First Ride Review, Aerostich Pop-Up Event in Pleasanton, CA, March 21-25. The new price on the klx, water cooling, and a 6 speed transmission are kind of hard to pass up. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. I recently picked up a KX250F and love it. I wonder how hard it would be to make it into a dualsport? Wash the bike, drain its carburetor if it has one (and the bike will sit for a while until the next ride), get cleaned up and collapse on the couch. In this article, we'll take a look at the 2020 KLX300R. I don't see it as a bike that will rob the upscale off-road market. Once you acquire some basic off-road riding skills, either on your own, by riding with friends or at a training school, theres nothing quite like the thrill of exploring single-track trails, conquering hill climbs, sand washes and desert moguls or dark forest paths between trees. Both bikes are pretty heavy. I'm looking in the $4K range +/- $500. Sample Page; ; document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Keeping in mind of course that the WR250F is more of a performance bike so it uses a different, lighter (and more expensive) frame. The XT250 vs the WR250R ? I recently picked up a KX250F and love it. The biggest difference is that the WR250F is a trail bike that has softer suspension, smoother power, and has more accessories for trail riding that make it more comfortable and function riding off-road rather than racing on a motocross track. I am anxious to try one out, but I dont know anyone who has oneso you might need to dig a little further in the Kawi section here at TT for latest/greatest feedback on that reintroduced bike. while the CRF isn't a light bike either, those extra 20-30lbs to me make a huge. I got all the info from planetklx.com . bit more expensive to run then the others. function ml_webform_success_5767537(){try{window.top.location.href="https://motocrosshideout.com/oto-3/"}catch(o){window.location.href="https://motocrosshideout.com/oto-3/"}}
, The Best Dirt Bike Trailer Based On Your Vehicle & Budget, The Best TTR 125 Mods That Are ACTUALLY Worth Your Money, KLR 650 Upgrades: Mods That Are ACTUALLY Worth Your Money, Best TW200 Upgrades [Mods For Performance or Dual Sport]. It has a 31.9 inch seat height. But between it's weight and lower performance components I feel at some point you'll feel like this bike might be holding you back. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The 2021 Kawasaki KLX 300R is the top of the line trail bike from the Japanese brand. Do you crank over your car engine by hand? Kawasaki recently reintroduced the watercooled 4 stroke KLX300R and it is priced surprisingly lownot nearly the price of the new watercooled 250 4 stroke enduro/offroad bikes. I wanted a more reliable less maintenance bike that Icould throw in the truck and know when I hit the E start it would roar to life. I haven't looked up the specs but by memory the KLX is close to 300lbs. There is no natural competitor for the $5499 KLX300R, so it fills. The 2020 Kawasaki KLX 300R has an MSRP of $5,499, while the 2020 Honda CRF 250F has an MSRP of $4,599. I love the KTM 250EXCF but you won't find a "deal" on one. LOL - anything is mellow compared to your bike! Smoother and more predictable power, softer suspension, and all of the options/accessories that make it more comfortable riding in the woods, bush or mountain trails. It's for some one that wants a low cost bike with some more modern features. This is kind of making me rethink getting a crf250f. 1 Lose passenger pegs Using knowledge gained from Kawasaki's motocross and supercross racing programs, a liquid cooled, super-lightweight, four stroke 292cc single is the thrumming heart of the motorcycle. How Much Power Does the 2023 GasGas MC 450F Make? It's great that consumers have more beginner dirt bike choices, and the KLX300R is a good choice for beginning riders who have enough confidence in their riding abilities to handle a bike with more power, or someone who has outgrown a smaller bikes and is ready to step up, without breaking the bank. Yes the radiator shroud is broke. There's not a ton of information on those bikes. how do i get a fertilizer license in florida; what happened to the white family from west virginia Handling in tight, beat-up single track is superb, with . MZS Black Dirt Bike Brake Clutch Levers Pivot Adjustable CNC Compatible with WR250F 2005-2016 | WR450F 2005-2015 | KLX300R 2020-2021 | KLX450R 2008-2015 . The 2008 klx450 and the crf450x have my attention but they both have wide ratio trannys and excess weight. I've heard good things about shorter riders & the KLX. To me, without riding one of the new ones, it seems like it is almost a crossover between the trial bike category and the enduro/offroad category. Not like you need a ton of power but you will probably appreciate a lighter bike. Off-road riding is fun, exciting, challenging and helps build skills you can use on the street, but since the bike can only be ridden off-road in designated areas, first you have to get it there. Dunlop. IMS Products is a premium aftermarket supplier of Fuel Tanks, Foot Pegs, Shift Levers and other off road accessories for Dirt Bikes, ATVs and Side by Sides. The KLX is a 6 speed. 2020 Kawasaki KLX300R Engine: 292cc DOHC liquid-cooled Transmission: Six-speed Rear travel: 11.2" Seat height: 36.4" Ground clearance: 12.0" Fuel capacity: 2.1 gallons Weight 282.2 lb. Youre not going to be holding it wide open throttle all the time on the trails, so you dont need that peak horsepower. The Kawi KLX300R was basically the same category and cost of the CRF250X & WR250F (Japanese Offroad/Enduro bikes) when they discontinued it in 2007. cr8e ngk malaguti fjr1300 jp d 650 650 dr-z400 1275 cr8e ngk 650 dr-z400 jp fjr1300 d 650 1275 malaguti 650 - .com cr8e ngk . 3 Replace front sprocket cover Looking at their Canadian websites, as 'curb mass' fully fueled up, Kawasaki's say 128kg / 282lbs. interesting, but it seems they managed to add about 30 lbs to the latest iteration so not exactly the same KLX300R of old. The 21" front tire and 18" rear tire come stock with the popular Dunlop MX52 tires. I would doubt it puts out 33hp but unless we see dyno charts for both bikes it's only guessing. Mar 13, 2003. The closest competitor in the beginner class would be the Honda CRF250F, and in the competition class, Honda's CRF250RX or Yamaha's WR250F would be the next step up, but it's a big step up. . The YZ250FX is a focused racer with all the intensity of the YZ250F motocross bike, but it has electric start, a six-speed gearbox and off-road trappings. And I moved and didn't have a truck or place to ride. 5 lose some emissions components 7 lithium ion battery This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. An older carburetor model WR250F The 2020 Yamaha WR250F we sampled for this story, for example, weighs just 255 pounds gassed up and has fully adjustable suspension with more than 12 inches of travel at each end. (hey, do you know Don Gerald Bird-Bird's fishing tackle?). Now with that said, I dont even recommend getting the WR250F if youre new to dirt biking because even this bike has more power than you really need (for 99% of beginners). first look walkaround of the 2020 KLX300R. The 12.0" ground clearance coupled with the generous 11.2" of rear travel allows the 300R to handle more aggressive riding on a variety of terrains. But it hides its weight very well when your hitting the trails. Definitely prefer a 4T, and something thats not a race bike, but I wont get bored of after riding 5 times. This is why the WR250F has an overflow tank that catches the lost coolant, and then once it cools down, that extra coolant will get sucked back into the radiator. Don't go DRZ its no beter. In 2020 Kawasaki introduced not just one, but two new adult beginner dirt bikes to their KLX lineup - the KLX230R and the KLX300R. This allows you to have a bigger sidewall and knobbies for better grip/traction riding on slick or rocky trails. Kawasaki KLX300R 1997-2005, KX250F 2004-2019, KLE650 . I'm interested in long term how the market responds to this category "Crossover" bike that is on the heavy side but priced REALLY good. Congrats! For more specific details, each section below will cover all of the major differences between the WR250F vs YZ250F comparison. More dirt is open to a dual-sport as well, since unlike a dirt bike it has a license plate and is legal on the thousands of miles of unpaved public roads that connect, for example, ghost towns in Nevada and the national forests in Tennessee. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Copyright ThumperTalk, Inc. - All rights reserved.ThumperTalk is a registered trademark. difference on a how nimble a bike feels when riding and. With that said, I wouldnt recommend it because of all the reasons listed above: abrupt power, stiff suspension, gearing, and lack of trail accessories. Power should certainly be significantly better on the KLX with it being a water cooled 300 versus an air cooled 250. it definitely is heavy compared to lets say a KTM 350 XCF-W that weighs 232 lbs without fuel and add another 15 lbs for a full tank putting that bike at 247 lbs or 38 lbs lighter than the KLX300. With mods, you may be able to hit 100 mph or higher. So if you need a taller dirt bike to start on, the KLX230R is the better choice. I made a practical guide that shows you these basic techniques and I want to give it to you as a gift for free. By 28. I also trail ride a CRF250X andwithout hesitation would trade some of it's top end HP's. It's always helpful to compare one bike to another, but only if you can compare apples to apples. In this WR250F vs YZ250F comparison I will break down the differences between these two Yamaha dirt bikes to help you decide which dirt bike is right for you. 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