250 vs 300 2 Stroke Dirt Bike | Which One Should YOU Get??

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More and more I get this question: “I’m looking at the 300 two stroke, but now you have me confused since you seem to like the 250 better. Which one should I buy?” They go onto tell me they are looking at KTM, Beta, Sherco, or Gas Gas and could really use some help.
Here is my answer as of late. It really depends on what your plans are for general riding. If the terrain you ride most of the time is faster and more open, get the 250. If the terrain is generally tighter and more technical, get the 300. That is the rule of thumb. This isn't to say that the 250 can't do slow and technical, because I haven't found anywhere I couldn't go on my 250s that I could go on my 300s. You just need to cover the clutch a little better on the 250 since it doesn't have as much low end torque. I love both the 250 and the 300, but the 250 is just a bit quicker revving motor and I'm having a ton of fun on it as of late.
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@offshoreangler368 6 лет назад

I own the 2018 250 TPI and put a Rekluse clutch on it. It's amazing in the technical stuff, feels lighter and more nimble than the 300 and hangs with the big bore bikes in the wide open. I am not the best rider in my group but they have nicknamed my bike the "Hover Bike". It goes where other bikes just can't make it. Amazing piece of machinery.

@dwightcrapson6223 Год назад

Kyle has gained a huge amount of experience while doing these tests and videos, and his advice is well worded and explained. Videos like this one are so valuable to riders like myself who would do fine with either the 250 or 300, but we want the best choice, and we can't ride each one for a while before deciding. Thank you Kyle.

@adambatchelder4121 6 лет назад

I always enjoyed smoking guys on 300 on my 200, I even had 125 stickers on my 200 that really pissed em offf

@stechmer 5 лет назад

I used to do the same on a 93 kdx200, this was in 2017!

@opiestanborough4774 5 лет назад

ill race anyone on my YZ125X , with sum stuff done....im a stick so i got endurance like....

@kevinmoore4887 4 года назад

I have a 200SX. The heaviest flywheel of any 200, the high compression adds torque.

@cxbra 4 года назад

Ultimate troll! I like

@theeasternfront6436 4 года назад

Scott Techmer I used to do the same on my kdx200! Miss that bike.

@Kyle-pl6rl 6 лет назад

Don't forget that KTM sells a kit to convert the 250 to a 300. If you can do a top end you could have two bikes with one chassis.

@WilliamStewart1 6 лет назад

Stevie Wonder You can get the sx version piston on the 300 hit as well which has the same characteristics as the 250 just more.

@WilliamStewart1 6 лет назад

@Patrick Darling Good for the track, bit much for the woods.

@WilliamStewart1 6 лет назад

@Patrick Darling I run a YZ250 in the woods too, great bikes. That being said, an SX ktm have a much more aggressive powerband. My YZ is smooth and predictable, I find KTMs to come on like a race bike.

@downhiller010 5 лет назад

How much are we talking?

@runnerfxabc8160 5 лет назад

Went from a '12 300 Berg to a '17 250 Husky, best decision i made so far❤

@speedpower2740 6 лет назад

I got the 300 because I'm a bit of a lazy rider and love the low end torque. It all depends on your riding style and personal preference (although money is a bit of a factor too, the 250s are cheaper to buy both new and used).

@sao007 6 лет назад

Personnal i ride a ktm 200 xcw 2015 i ride it for 3 years now, im 5 foot 9 178 lbs. I change my big 350 xcf 2011 for the smoker.. i try a 300 and a 250 before i buy my 200. But i only put a fmf gnarly on my 200 and im fell now like the 250 but without the weight. Weight is very important more than the power when you ride extremly technical terrain.I have enough torque on the botom and i only do hard enduro personnaly the 250 and the 300 is way too much for 75% of people :) great review kyle!

@ohmygoditsyomamma 6 лет назад

I never felt like a 250 was too slow lol

@ttreb48 6 лет назад

I bought a beta 300 x-trainer for my son. I never thought I would like a 2-stroke. I enjoy riding it more than my old KTM 400EXC

@MnemicLord 6 лет назад

Good comparison and really true. I have a 2017 EXC 250 and it is great. Not quite good as the 300 in the slow technical terain motor wise, but is lighter and almost as capable. You can go over everything with a little bit more effort. But I have some experiences with friends riding the 250 TPI bikes, and they really seem to be lacking in the low end grunt. Hope they fix it a bit on the 2019 models since I really like the 250. If not, 300 TPI will be a better option for technical riding.

@ReeceTasker 6 лет назад

Then I guess add the super torque of the 250 TPI 2 strokes that pretty matches the 300 carby bike to mess the whole decision up!

@green461 3 года назад

RIDER WEIGHT is the biggest factor determining the difference... simple physics...Torque (force applied) is what gets things moving, more weight requires more TQ. A 150lbs rider on either 250 or 300 isnt going to notice as much difference as a 230lbs rider would.. The 300 might feel what the 250 would feel like to a lighter rider, so you cant ask a small guy what you should get if you are bigger.. When facing hills, tight technical steep stuff the heavier rider is going to need to rev more and do more clutch work on the smaller bike. I dont know at what weight the difference is felt more... But im 230lb maybe 235 with gear on, and the 300 is perfect, I couldnt imagine being on something with less low end TQ... I'd be interested in testing a 250 but the thought of less TQ makes me think i wouldnt want to ride one in the mountains..

@Bamchai97 6 лет назад

I road both and you hit the nail on the head about the differences.. Wish I got the 250 it’s more fun

@MrRopcean 6 лет назад

I couldn’t agree with you more Kyle. Also, building off what Gladius Jon said, the 300s are absolute torque monsters, difficult to stall and great in the gnarly stuff. 250s are solid for sticking in the higher rev and a great way to take your skills to the next level. Great vid, cheers.

@TheRealKalEll 5 лет назад

Saw some videos of a 12 yr old whipping his older brothers 450f race bike. When he stopped 2 change the Go-Pro batteries the kid, his son or little bro hopped on and took off, lmao it was epic. Brother had to ride him down on the little pit bike to get it back. LOVE my 250 2 smoker and will never switch it out until I've mastered it.

@BrandonBigB956 2 года назад

I had a KTM 200 and just purchased a KTM 300. The 200 was a really good bike and just plain worked in the trails I usually ride. Now I want to get into more technical riding so decided to move to the 300 for the torque down low. The 200 likes to be rode in the mid to higher rpm range, but lugged okay.

@danielerickson4554 Месяц назад

I prefer the 250 power delivery. It's got the top end when you need the hit to pass another rider. When the trail turns to grease/muddy PNW style... the lack of bottom end helps greasy tires get the traction... just a better grip.. Yep 250 for me. 2stroke 4ever

@NaptownTuner Год назад

Get the 300 if you want it to feel more zippy put a smaller sprocket on the front and or larger on the rear simple

@treycannington3583 6 лет назад

I must say I like you're video's that don't include bike reviews......EFI vs Carb.....when you review a bike I like to see a lot more riding......subscribed..

@crbushwhacked 5 лет назад

Can anyone tell me why KTM makes the 250 and 300? Why two bikes that are so similar? Is there that large of a market for both? Or is there some type of emissions or racing standard?

@treycannington3583 6 лет назад

You really sound like a 4 stroke rider. A lot of what I like about a 2 stroke you bring up as an issue.....

@fitzgeni16 6 лет назад

Love the 300 for torque, recently just bought the '18 300xc.. i had a '12 250xc and a '16 350sxf and for trails i will say the 300 is king. I'm a weight lifter and am about 210lbs so i like the torque. i found 250xc's had to be reved way more for hills cause of less torque. the 350 was good but just rebuilt the top end and it was over $1000 so i like how 2 strokes are cheaper (why i switched back to a two stroke)

@paulmillard1130 4 года назад

KTM please build 700cc two stroke twin and I'll buy it

@A1soldiersaint 6 лет назад

250XC or 250xcf or? I am a B class woods rider, previous bikes: 2013 250 sxf (sold in anger! needed actual forks not 2x4 boards), 2012 crf250r (needed more power, actually loved the handling in the woods), 2015 yz450f (too heavy), 2013 kx450 (dont like rear wheel steering), etc. test rode a 2015 yz250 at lorettas trail event and loved it so started looking at two strokes again, but the new ktm250xc is the only 2t on my short list. 300 is not on my short list. Only other bike that i have been considering is another MX'er and doing woods convert (2017 yz250f) but I'm kinda set on getting a proper woods bike this time that has the 6 speed gear box, kick stand, 18" rear, etc.

@mrdedlund8354 6 лет назад

New 300 tpi 2019 today 👻👻😃😃 Thanks kyle for your inout👍🇸🇪

@johnostv5545 5 лет назад

We need an update on that guy falling down the mountain

@natec913 3 месяца назад

thank you so much. this helps immensely with my decision.

@BlazebeatRacing 6 лет назад

I’m looking forward to some CR250 vids man! Getting tired of KTMs tbh.

@mikeysuperfly1997 3 года назад

I own both. I prefer the 300.

@paul1bunyan1 3 года назад

Dude busting his ass in the intro made me bust out laughing lol hope he's alright

@jeffloucks2120 6 лет назад

My solution is 250 with gnarly pipe and +2 teeth in the rear on an XC.

@ZSharkPH 6 лет назад

Sounds like a great combo.

@sgtunix 6 лет назад

What is that.. 14/52 ?

@jeffloucks2120 6 лет назад

Torbjørn Kristoffersen Yes, exactly. This is a '08 250 XC.

@sgtunix 6 лет назад

I've got 13/52 at the moment ('12 250 XC-W), and I feel first gear is way too low. In fact I almost never use 1st, I even launch the bike from 2nd. So maybe I should try 14/52 instead.

@cadwarrior 6 лет назад

Jeff Loucks or 250 with 300 graphics😊

@doug_EX 6 лет назад

I weigh only 160 pounds and I'm 5' 10'' so I find the 250 is more nimble than the 300. I miss the torque of the 300 but I'm just more comfortable on the 250. I feel that I can do more with it and it's not too much of a bike for me. If I had 25-30 lbs (of muscle that is) more on me I would own a 300 for sure.

@lostinactionable 6 лет назад

I'm 152lbs/5'10 with a 300, high compression head/lectron/reeds... It's nice having a mapping switch, ill say that. I like having the power on tap. Gearing is a big part of it... and clutch control. It's funny how he says 300's allow you to be lazier with your clutch.. a 300 with a serious tire (140 IRC M5B) will loop out a lot easier than a 250 in technical terrain.

@equalizer4633 6 лет назад

You should test a KTM 380! Im going to look at one this week, hopefully its nice so i can pick it up :)

@m.m14433 2 года назад

300 but theyre too expensive where i am so a 250 will do for me. Ofc, i can always upgrade the top end of my sx250 to a 300. It a little over a grand just for the kit.

@wesscott1042 6 лет назад

Hey Kyle, You should get holly jezabell on your next dirt bike tv tee shirt haha

@billwerner6612 6 лет назад

I bought the Husky 2018 tx300 and love it but I also race an old school 2001 cr250 and love it as well. The question is what do I nee d to buy to have a Husky tx250 -- cylinder piston etc - will this work? It seems it would be less expensive than buying another bike and you could flip flop.. I understand exactly what you are saying about the difference between the two... I am Torn.

@dnrg62 6 лет назад

Well Kyle I’ve watched enough videos now you have me back on a 2 stroke lol ,picking up a 2018 tx 300 carby model next week ,putting a lectron , fmf gnarley etc , think I will be happy again, d

@ben000888 6 лет назад

Hey Kyle, love the channel. Have you done any riding in deep sand on the 250? I have a 300 and it seems to handle sand really well because of its low down torque. I’ve toyed with the idea of getting a 250 for my next bike to try something different, but it would still need to cope reasonably well in the sand.

@moparmeanie7216 3 года назад

the revving on my 96 KTM MXC 300 revs faster than a RM250 and newer KX250 but that could be due to the short crank

@Braselton21 4 года назад

I've seen a few people buy 250s and modify them to 310s. I'm guessing the 300 feels bigger and heavier

@snowyman42 6 лет назад

Hi Kyle! I want to say I love your videos! just had a quick question, any chance you could do a step by step learning to ride tutorial? I'm 21 years old I live in utah, but i dont have anyone to go riding with who could teach me how to ride technical and i would love to watch you do a tutorial on it! I think you could seriously nail it!

@MASincorporated 6 лет назад

Dalton Maughan look up a guy on RU-vid called cross training enduro skills he’s got some great videos for beginners. Also try and meet people at sra parks and Facebook posts and such. Much more enjoyable is you ride with someone

@zaphodpeters 6 лет назад

I agree with Graham, Cross training has some very good videos, a much older channel to also look at is Offroad Fanatic, they made some awesome videos for technical riding. Kyle has done a couple of videos on this subject but he is telling views how he does it with a very brief breakdown, the other two channels have had more access to riding experts than Kyle at this moment in time anyway (Kyle has only just recently had access to Graham Jarvis), so the other channels' breakdowns of the technics are very detailed. I love Kyle videos for the ride and gear reviews which are some of the best that I have come across, and the scenery.

@lenbong1234 6 лет назад

I was gonna tell you the same as the others told ya crosstrainingenduroskills the channel has from basic thru advanced training videos. Learn to ride slow and get good skills the speed will come in time

@gab223334 6 лет назад

Go check Cross Training Enduro channel and make sure to ask Barry what bike you should buy :P

@davidkaser7423 5 лет назад

Great vid ! I am currently on a 2011 ttr 230. I feel it is just too heavy. Looking for a new bike for a 55 year old that is not as strong as I once was. I like the electric start of my 230, and the grip it has. I am 5'10 at 200 lbs. Was thinking of trying a 125 trail bike, but am not sure. I do not do tech trails. What do you recommend ?

@theycallmerebel 2 года назад

Kdx250

@MikeYurbasovich Год назад

Ktm 300xcw

@quanleehenry6556 4 года назад

Where's the best place online to purchase a 250 dirt bike?....with an electric starter.

@Motoxryder247 6 лет назад

Will you ever get a 4stroke again or just stay with the 2stroke ? Great video by the way. I really like the 250 to ride aggressive with!!!

@DirtBikeChannel 6 лет назад

Motoxryder247 i’ll do four strokes again.... Maybe later this year. We’ll have to see how it goes.

@Motoxryder247 6 лет назад

Dirt Bike Channel Right on man looking forward to it. It would be a awesome to compare the 4stroke vs the 2stroke tpi

@duramax2079 4 месяца назад

I couldn't decide so I got both

@josephnies685 6 лет назад

Great video

@whiskeythrottleracing 6 лет назад

All said and done it is easier to ride a gear higher on the 300 and that makes time.

@whiskeythrottleracing 6 лет назад

The 300 works for short shifting momentum riders.

@whiskeythrottleracing 6 лет назад

I'm mostly an open desert fast two track rider BTW

@mikethedude1815 6 лет назад

im pretty new into this. i mainly do offroad riding on my 250excf. not much technical stuff... but recently just bought a 300exc. it need some maintanance but im just wondering would there be a big difference between a 250 and a 300 2stroke for me. i mean i have no experience with a 2smoker but i just LOVE the sound, smell and its agressive reaction on the trottle. oh, and what do you mean by “riding on the pipe”?? thx greetz from the netherlands

@felixrodriguez5847 6 лет назад

Is the ktm 150 xc any good, or is it too small?

@spencerwohn9363 6 лет назад

Nice video. But now would you rather have the aer fork or the explorer 48?

@ScoOutDoors 5 лет назад

Well explained Karl 👍

@rvh77 6 лет назад

Love my 300xc with Lectron carb./red spring. Runs like a horse on steroids!

@kurviskraavis1898 6 лет назад

Which one is taking less fuel, or is the same?

@brucekendall52 4 года назад

Great channel,thks.

@bencach2820 6 лет назад

What about a 125?

@savvasstergos7175 4 года назад

i cant afford a ktm, would a kx or yz250 do me just fine?

@yukonjon5964 2 года назад

with a flywheel weight, yes. its just the gearing will never be what you want. 1st way too tall. 5th way too slow.

@TheRizzardOfOzzzz 2 года назад

So would the xc be recommended over the xcw?

@timothydudley7887 3 года назад

How do I get a chance at winning the ktm 250sx

@jamieargent7139 Год назад

I felt the same 250 is better all around a a 250 will rev 300 is a better for low end

@bramnuttynck4013 6 лет назад

Cool video!!

@useless5thgen 5 лет назад

so i came from an 04 ktm exc and absolutely loved the bike, had way more power than i could use and sometimes i would find that an issue. here is the thing tho, i always had the red spring lol. i ride single track, hills and technical slower stuff. im concerned about getting a 300xcw because the 250exc was a bit of power for me. im wondering if that red spring was most of the power that got me into trouble tho. do you think a 300 with a softer spring would be the best choice for me or a 250 xcw or exc? ive even considered a 200xcw but i think ill regret it due to the lack of low end power. im really unsure what to do..... any insight would be appreciated

@joshuababb1440 6 лет назад

Hi Kyle a couple of months ago I bought yz250fx and love it but in a couple of years I am going to want something bigger and am thinking of a 300 2 stroke but I am not sure because of the fact that I have to replace the head on them every 125 hours or so could you give me some of your opinions about that

@richardlevengood6065 4 года назад

your awesome,thank you!!

@RobertCockett 6 лет назад

So I just got a 2018 250 Carb model as I am not convinced on the TPI just yet. KTM Australia said they would offer both models as we don't need to adhere to Euro4. But as of yesterday, they announced MY19 and onwards will ONLY be TPI. What's your opinion of the TPI being the only option moving forward?

@RobertCockett 6 лет назад

Also your love for the 250 fully convinced me. Your videos were a big help. Thanks!

@Eastern_SA 3 года назад

I know this old vid but which would you choose for driving in sand dunes? 250 or 300 two stroke?

@paahtopro3950 3 года назад

450 4 stroke

@Jamie-cz2xu 6 лет назад

Do you like riding bikes? Get the 300.... Do you like riding bikes but want to be different? get the 250

@soundslikeaplan841 6 лет назад

Hey does anyone know if the are the same size? Would love to know?

@BladeBarn 5 лет назад

Do you use Motul or Motorex head shine?

@collectorguy4379 4 года назад

Wtf 300 or 250? - 50cc difference I thought maybe a difference between a 250 or 450 at a minimum!

@HMBRSTN 3 года назад

Believe it or not some of us agonize over this decision! :) lol...but to be fair he prefaced it with saying the differences are subtle.... It's an easier decision to go decide between a 250 or 450...much clearer differences.

@maershkinschrabs7597 6 лет назад

are those ktm 2 strokes MX or enduro bikes? I know you are more of a trail rider but I know you have used mx bikes offroad before. sorry for my ignorance

@lenbong1234 6 лет назад

KTM XC&XC-W are 2T enduro bikes the SX is 2T motocross bike Then KTM 4T line just has a F on it like XC-F there is also the EXC which is more dual sport with lights and turn signals. Hope that makes sense to ya

@rcorser1 6 лет назад

Was wondering your thoughts on these options for women riders. My gf has a hard time touching the ground on dirt bikes in general. Any specific videos for shorter riders? Thanks

@kakiho6981 6 лет назад

Robert Corser i think the X-Trainer and the Freeride are a little less high

@robertwilkinson5059 6 лет назад

Tell her to wear heels

@cbRTXTI 5 лет назад

always get the 300

@jonquerettess 4 года назад

Interesting to hear

@ian9toes 2 года назад

If you have a 300 you can mimic the power of a 250, just put 100 hrs on it and that’s what a 250 feels like, a worn out 300

@asmith0609 6 лет назад

The price difference between the 250 and 300 is like 200 bucks right?

@MASincorporated 6 лет назад

RetroPG more like 600-1k new at least

@Cactus73 6 лет назад

No, it's $200.

@beaumoore2470 6 лет назад

This is totally random but I’ve got a tc 85 and ma dad ses if u give 2 stroke bikes just little gas all the time the plug will oil up, so ma question is how would u do technical enduro on 2 strokes then ?

@RustyShakleford1 6 лет назад

Beau Moore if you take your time and get the pilot idle jet correct as well as the needle clip you should have the correct air/fuel down low and all through till top end. And it won't oil up on you! Best of luck riding

@beaumoore2470 6 лет назад

Rusty Shakleford cheers 👍🏻

@beaumoore2470 6 лет назад

ccenduro 👍🏻 thanks

@adamshaaban8864 5 лет назад

300 is the way to go

@kurthaselton9537 6 лет назад

You need to get back on the thumpers man. I have a WR 450 and a KTM 300. There’s something about twisting a 450 that just puts a bigger smile on my face. You should try it.

@kurthaselton9537 6 лет назад

And I love to ride tight, technical single track. The kind of stuff that my buddies curse me for. ✊🏻

@DirtBikeChannel 6 лет назад

Kurt Haselton I might do another 450 this year, Since Honda has one that I haven’t tried. I’ve owned several of them (450s)in the past. They’ve been my least favorite bikes though...

@tl5108 6 лет назад

ccenduro the wr450 is a great woods bike. Been riding one on tight single track for years and its done great. It is heavy but the damn thing is planted and really sure footed

@DirtBikeChannel 6 лет назад

I ride 450's on a regular basis when I'm out with groups. I've yet to ride one that I liked for the type of riding I do most of the time.

@Kurio71 5 лет назад

Why even for a 300cc?

@chrisporter8829 6 лет назад

Do any one likes the 2017 honda crf250r

@OffsetFPV 4 года назад

you have a favourite child. your not fooling anyone.

@crashnburn3980 5 лет назад

Did I win??

@lancehorrocks1305 5 лет назад

I'm 5'7 could I fit on a 300

@Make-Asylums-Great-Again 5 лет назад

Hate Lag Gamer google “seat height for ktm 300”. That should answer your question. *you can fit on anything, but do you have the experience and confidence to step up? There’s plenty of kids out here riding 250’s& 300’s(2stroke 🚀).

@treycannington3583 6 лет назад

I always click on your posts from the great riding scene on the initial screen then you disappoint with a LOT of talking and very little riding......

@GAMMA_AF 5 лет назад

Waiting on Yamaha to make a 300 lol.

@spincr4hire72 4 года назад

and an e-start (2 stroke) for us old/short folks

@williamhancock6602 5 лет назад

I what it

@claudemarchand1196 9 месяцев назад

most of the comments are just saying the same thing as the guy in the video. and I guest most of the commentator never own a bike in there life. welcome to internet.

@Kurio71 4 года назад

So many engine capacities now, too many.

@MR-04 6 лет назад

Yamaha 250cc ALL THE WAY (Ride Yamaha Plz)

@travis4man 6 лет назад

Get more hats!!! Please!

@Maicowerk 6 лет назад

CR500 would beat it

@jonjelen9755 6 лет назад

I don't see a situation where the 500 would outperform a 300. It has more torque and HP, sure, but it's unusable. Not many people can ride a stock 300 to the max, let alone a tuned one. Maybe if the rider is overweight and the 300 had trouble pulling uphill, that's the only situation I can see a 500 beating a 300.

@iD4v1d 6 лет назад

Jon Jelen Desert racing

@WilliamStewart1 6 лет назад

Opferman Motors Dirtbiking If you put the 500 into a modern aluminum frame yes. I find the older frames on the CR500's to lack in the geometry department. That being said the 500 is a spin machine, I find them as brutal as a 450 to ride where they just have too much grunt.

@Maicowerk 6 лет назад

AF frames suck. This was a joke anyway because I get this comment on my videos all the time.

@Maicowerk 6 лет назад

Yout right tho, they are spin machines and the geometry is only good for a straight line. They are not Maicos.

@spakls103 6 лет назад

Nice comparison ! Are you running stock sprockets or did you go up on the rear two teeth that seems to be what some people are doing

@DirtBikeChannel 6 лет назад

I like the stock gearing on these bikes. I've played around with other gearing and have always come back to stock.

@wfodavid 6 лет назад

In my opinion this was your best video. Spot on analysis as well! I ride the 300 and Love tight and technical. Still have my 250 and use it for more open trails!

@canabox7112 5 лет назад

BRC Racing in Calgary Canada build a modern 500 two stroke that fits in a 250 KTM frame. I'd like to see you check that out.

@jc4ctn 6 лет назад

all that being said each bike's power valve can be tweeked in either direction influencing the powerband ;)

@jonjelen9755 6 лет назад

If your budget is limited, get the 250 because in general, they're quite cheaper than a 300. The 250/300 are pretty much the same once you open the throttle up, but down low, the 300 just seems to pull longer before stalling, especially on a steep hill climb. And if you think you will get too tired from a 300, you probably lack the stamina to ride the 250 properly as well. The KTM 250 --> 300 kit is not worth it, even if you sell the old cylinder. It's too much money for too little performance. You're better off getting a custom head, cylinder porting, ignition tuning + carb oval boring for less money, and it will eat the 300 alive across the powerband. However, I think you should get the 300 just because of the resale value if you do decide to sell it on later, as I have yet to seen a 250 owner not wanting a 300 sooner or later. Do some tuning to the 300, and you have a rocket ship with 65 crank hp :P

@martinabade 5 лет назад

Hello mate!!! Would you still think the 300 will be a good choice for a rookie doing mainly tight single track ??? I’m about to pull the trigger on a 250-300 tpi, I don’t know what to do!!!! For sure I don’t care about speed or riding on high rev. But 300 2s sound like a lot of power....

@raybacon9319 2 года назад

I normally ride a 501 Fe 2018 and it's like driving a tractor so I think the 300 would be a better choice for me because I'm used to writing a torque machine

@theblishknovk 8 дней назад

I know this is an old comment but id say if only tight single track, 300 is the way to go. If you do a mix of wide open or flow trails and single track then 250.

@dirtbikesicehockey4788 6 лет назад

They are so close it could be a coin flip

@bernhard8540 3 года назад

most people arent even riding to their 300's full potential at all haha but they gotta have it haha

@gonzarellious6102 4 года назад

The only bike I’ve owned, years ago when I lived in Japan, was an old Yamaha DT125, then I bought a used YZ426 (that was a horrible mistake that damn near killed me), and a HONDA CRM250. I absolutely fell in love with 2 strokes because of that bike. Super easy to ride. It killed me that I couldn’t bring it back with me.