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Buying New Bike...Either 2002 KTM 520 EXC or 2004 Yamaha WR450f..Advice/Tips Needed?
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[QUOTE="rmc_olderthandirt, post: 1430651, member: 68872"] "Dual sport" refers to a street legal dirt bike. There are many situations where dirt trails are dis-jointed and you need to ride sections of paved road to get from one trail to the next. You can't legally do this on a dirt only bike. Many of the "dual sport" bikes are a very poor compromise. A street bike wants a large displacement, low performance engine so it will last many miles. A dirt bike wants a lightweight, high performance engine. Street bikes want a low center of gravity, while dirt bikes want ground clearance. The KTM EXC series, at least the later years, are notable exceptions. They are race capable dirt bikes that happen to be street legal. I would NOT recommend them for commuting to work, however, as they would simply not be suitable. But they are fine for getting from one trail to the next. As far as reliablity, you won't go wrong with any of the major manufacturers. Pick your favorite color. [/QUOTE]
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