Its new bike time!!

[Maverick26]

Ok, I know lots of you guys ride 2 wheels on here and have been for some time. I sold my CRF450x... not a trail rig at all. I am looking at a Husaberg FE250 that is a demo 2013 model. I am just stuck, do I go 4 stroke or 2 stoke. I like riding trails and I want a bike I can move around on good. Seems like any bike i get is going to be a good 50lbs or more lighter than the 450x. I just want to get the pros and cons out. Im not too set on brand but I like KTM and Husaberg right now.

Spend my money!!

 

[DHR Darren]

The KTM 250EXC is a sweet riding bike. I'm a little too big for it (6'4" 255#) but a 6' 180# rider would be perfect for it.

 

[whatthe?]

If you want a two stroke get a 300xc-w. I loved mine, it was the perfect trail bike. Sold it to get a street legal exc (before the law passed). If you want a 4 stroke the 500 xc-w would be my choice. I have a 530, my friend has a 500 and it's just a great bike. But the 300 is a lot more nimble and lighter. I would stick with KTM, they're just more common.

 

[Maverick26]

Right now my number 1 is either the TE300 or the 300xc-w. My neighbor is a Berg guy and has 3 of them. very easy to get parts and whatever else. Not like they need a lot anyway. Its kinda up to what dealer can get me the best deal. I want to seal it up this week so I can ride next weekend.

 

[DHR Darren]

Husaberg is a damn nice bike. Have you looked at the new Husqvarnas?

 

[Maverick26]

Husaberg is a damn nice bike. Have you looked at the new Husqvarnas?

I have not really put much time into the Husky tell now. I have never been faced with the "what do I buy" challenge. This will be my first new bike. Trying to soak up as much info as I can.

 

[DHR Darren]

With KTM buying Husqvarna last year they have really made a sweet 2014 model. I haven't ridden one but they look to be a very nice piece.

 

[Maverick26]

With KTM buying Husqvarna last year they have really made a sweet 2014 model. I haven't ridden one but they look to be a very nice piece.

Ya thats what I think also. Nice enough for Graham Jarvis to leave Berg and go to Husky, might be something to look at. Im going to Tasky's in Everett today after work to do some looking.

 

[DHR Darren]

Ya thats what I think also. Nice enough for Graham Jarvis to leave Berg and go to Husky, might be something to look at. Im going to Tasky's in Everett today after work to do some looking.

That's a fact. Post up pics and what you find there, bike porn is good!!

 

[1982cj7]

Husky, Husaberg, and KTM are all the same company. Husaberg is rumored to be going away this year. I don't know how that would affect parts since the Husky's are the same.

 

[DHR Darren]

Husky, Husaberg, and KTM are all the same company. Husaberg is rumored to be going away this year. I don't know how that would affect parts since the Husky's are the same.

They are all owned by KTM but they are all different bikes. I heard that Husaberg is going away also and Husqvarna is taking that spotlight.

 

[whatthe?]

I heard Bergs were going away too. Never rode a Husky but I know how my 300 rode and what a lot of other people say about them. Some people like somethings a little more unique or rare and the Husky would do that. The 2nd place finisher of the Desert 100 was on a Husky last year so they perform.

 

[Maverick26]

I do like having a unique bike but not at the cost of reliablity or parts. My neighbor just picked up the Berg TE250. I really like it. It does not vib as much as the TE300. Seems to be smoother and pipes up a bit faster. Im not a huge fan of the WP forks yet. Maybe they just need some tuning but they seem to pack out fast and be at the bottom at the apex of a corner. They might need some added compression clicks to help keep them in the stroke. Anyway... after reading what there is online about Husky, it SEEMS that for at least 2014 all three (KTM, Husaberg, and Husky) are so close to the same bike it really comes down to what plastic you want. Differences I can find are fuel mapping and suspension valving, and it looks like the Husky has a link setup in the rear but for the most part the components are the same. Im not sure how available the 2014 models are in the states right now ether. I know KTM has lots but not sure about others. More to come after I get off work today.

 

[whiteman]

2-stroke for life:011:

Let me start off by saying I am no expert/pro ( more like a beginner who rides over his head ) but I have owned a few bikes and though I don't do it well, I ride them pretty hard.

I am not a motocross guy, I like to ride woods and sand. The two stroke is my favorite in anything tight and technical. I like the 450's in sand and wide open terrain, and for the brief moments my tires might leave earth.

My track record is as follows, PW80, CR80, XR200, XR250, YZ250, CRF450r, YZ250, XR650... Nothing:booo:

Transition from the XR250 too the YZ250 was tough, when I bought the 450 it really helped my confidence and I learned a lot more technique. after the 450 I really became a lot more comfortable on the two strokes and bought the second YZ250. That's when I really found out what I liked and where I liked to ride it.

I have sold all and now have no bike, but I can tell you my next purchase will be a KTM 300XCW.

Husa and Husky are great bikes one benefit is that there are a lot of parts at your KTM dealer that cross reference to Husa and Husky. However IF I went for a bike more scarce than KTM I would buy Gas Gas EC300

Just my humble opinion based on my novice experience.:awesomework:

 

[Maverick26]

I rode the GG EC300, very sweet bike for sure. The suspension on that thing is tits for sure. Its so hard to make this choice.

 

[whiteman]

For sure, especially when its 10K out of the bank.

 

[Maverick26]

I really like what I am seeing for the 2014 Husky, just not sure if I can get one yet. Has anyone seen them around?

 

[DHR Darren]

I really like what I am seeing for the 2014 Husky, just not sure if I can get one yet. Has anyone seen them around?

Call B.O.S.S. Off road in Portland. He will know where one is in stock if he doesn't have any.

I have come to realize that any bike I get revalving the suspension is a must for me. I just look for the highest quality parts to start with.

 

[whatthe?]

Really, any new bike is a lot better with the suspension redone for your size/riding style. Don't put too much emphasis on stock suspension. When you're having the suspension redone, add a steering stabilizer.

 

[DHR Darren]

Really, any new bike is a lot better with the suspension redone for your size/riding style. Don't put too much emphasis on stock suspension. When you're having the suspension redone, add a steering stabilizer.

THIS!! Best $750 I ever spent on a bike!!