im 6'4 195(used to be 260) 17 years old. im gonna be gaining some weight back so i want a bike that will be good at around 200 pounds.
mostly offroading type stuff, some jumps, climbinb hills.
also if there is a bike that is good for all of this an is street legal, that would be sick
Posted by: hod928---------------------
Get a 250f
Posted by: tjfishrocker---------------------
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Originally Posted by hod928
Get a 250f
who makes it? ill look it up.
i really dont know anything about bikes
Posted by: longtime coming---------------------
read the "stickies" at the top of this section. Answer all the questions and you will get some valuable advice.
Posted by: tjfishrocker---------------------
1) your physical size (both height and weight are important) 6'4"
2) How physical / aggressive are you ? moderate to very
3) what do you plan to ride- MX/SX tracks, woods, fields with friends or ????? woods/fields/rough terrain/jumps
4) Do you have any riding experience? none
5) Do you think you will race ? no
6) Are you mechanically inclined and will you be doing your own bike work? depends. not very mechanically inclined
7) Do YOU have a preferance to a brand/ motor choice (2 or 4 stroke)? no
8) Do you have a dealer close by your home that you might use and what brand(s) does he carry? n/a
9) How much ($) do you plan to spend on a bike? preferable would be 800 or less, but i know im prolly dreaming. used is ok
10) Do you live in California? no
11) Your age? 17
12) anything else that you think would help form an opinion i just want a good all around bike that will be fun and work great for a wide variety of things
Posted by: only_mixed_gas---------------------
get a yz125 it is fast light good for woods and its 1000 dollors cheaper
Posted by: longtime coming---------------------
Your budget is limiting you, for sure. Don't forget that you will need to also buy some protective equipment for yourself (helmet, sturdy boots, gloves and pants at a minimum). Or maybe you already have some stuff that will work for a while. It is not impossible to find a decent bike for $800.00. About double that would be better, unfortunately. You will just have to look harder, that's all. Try to find someone who is very mechanically-inclined to come with you (and also to curb your enthusiasm a little so you don't bolt and buy a P.O.S.). You should be looking at 250 enduro 2 strokes like Kawasaki KDX200/220's, or older Yamaha WR250's (probably early to mid 90's stuff). There are also some 4 stroke choices that would be good. Such as Honda XR400's. Personally, I think you should look for a KDX200. There are lots available, they are a good, reliable trail bike. And they won't scare you too badly with power. Find one of those in good shape and it would be a really good start for you. Take your time, look around. Buy something that looks like it is well looked after, not something filthy and missing parts.
