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Posted by: bud---------------------
Would suggest that beginner riders go with a kdx or xr, or other machine aimed at casual trail riders. But these days, the majority of beginner riders I see are on ktms. At first I wondered why, especially after seeing short beginners struggling with their shiny new ktms. But if they have the cash, why not? I'm guessing the casual trail bike recommendation seemed good when compared to "high strung race" bikes of 10+ years ago, but these days ktms, as well as most other "race" bikes have smooth friendly power, plush suspension, reliability, and have much more overall potential. Besides price and couch like seat, what do casual, old fashioned trail bikes have to recommend to them any more?
Posted by: flyfishdoc---------------------
I started out on a YZ, and now can handle it well, if you have the money sure start a beginer out on a KDX or XR... then once he wants a 2 stroker he has to learn to ride all over again and buy another bike!
Posted by: EBOD---------------------
With a KDX, you get "Canadian Dave's JustKDX" forum. That's a super valuable benefit.
Also, I think KDXs and XRs are still plusher and friendlier than KTMs. KDXs can also easily and inexpensively be made competitive (although conventional wisdom says KTMs are better for race only applications).
Posted by: Mephisto---------------------
4- stroke you can probly master in about 6-8 hours
my 2 cents
Posted by: WoodsRider---------------------
The main thing is one can usually purchase a used XR or KDX for a lot less money than a KTM, Husky or GG. No use investing $5k into a bike and then find out you don't like the sport. You also won't go broke trying to keep an older XR or KDX running due to the huge aftermarket support available. Try that with an older KTM or Husky. Finally if you think you can't go fast on an XR or KDX I know a couple people people you need to go riding with.
It's not what you ride, it's how you ride!
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