Ride reports or other comparisons to a WR250R vs. KLX-250S?
#21
09-24-2008, 10:05 PM
I would love a WR/KLX mix. The KLX was a great all around bike and a fantastic single tracker with tractor like low gearing(compared to the WR). I find the WR to be a dirt bike with a plate. 2500 miles with a dropped c/s (12t), and a $100 Speedohealer (to compensate for gear changes). I have had to learn to ride much faster to keep up with the needs of the WR. On the dyno it pulled 24.8hp stock and I have no desire to do any mods. Well a larger tank would be nice someday, but the F/I is so sweet, I get 60mpg in every fill up, highway, back roads, dirt and zero to 4500ft altitude.
I think if Kawi stepped up to F/I, and a little more suspension travel they would have a complete winner. I miss many of the KLX features, and respect the attitude of the WR.
Life has so many choices....DAMIT. Ride for fun....
I think if Kawi stepped up to F/I, and a little more suspension travel they would have a complete winner. I miss many of the KLX features, and respect the attitude of the WR.
Life has so many choices....DAMIT. Ride for fun....
#22
09-25-2008, 03:40 PM
I dont know, but the yammi has its pros and cons just like everything else.. It just looks cheaper and not as appealing as the KLX, not like it matters but ya know what I mean.. and like one of the obove post,, Carbs are eaiser... Computers computers computers.. there just doin this so you have to take your bike back to the dealer more.. Its a marketing scheme but some will think its better,, yeah it might be but in the long run.. all this new crap is all for the money for the dealer.. just like the auto industry...
#23
09-25-2008, 06:57 PM
I also welcome FI. Went from 8-10 sets of pistons a year in my race car with the nitrous and carb to 1-2 sets a year with the FI and nitrous set up. Also went from 8.25-.30 to 8.0-.15 I know that doesn't sound like much but its a huge difference, and weather tune ups were way easier.
#24
09-25-2008, 09:18 PM
I've gone around the 'net looking for Yamaha WR250R (http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/pr...95/0/home.aspx) ride reports and comparisons to similar motorcycles. All I'm really finding is stuff about the claimed 30HP at 11,000 RPM.
For a $1,000 you can do a Kustom Kraft 331cc upgrade to our KLX-250S's so, for pure power I think that is a great option. However, the fuel injection seems to have some benefits and I'm wondering how the suspension and other bits are sorted out in this Yamaha dual sport. I'd consider a Husky 250 and dual sport it myself but, their dealer network is too thin for me. Plus the dollar to Euro conversion rates are killing KTM and Husky in terms of price.
My "fair-weather friend" has me considering putting street tires on it for sunny day pleasure rides and commutes when the weather is warm,and getting a second motorcycle that is more dirt oriented. Before I bought my KLX-250S, I looked at the Honda CRF-X and Yamaha WR's but, I didn't like the 10 hour service intervals for a street ride. This new Yamaha might be a good balance of better performance and reasonable service intervals since it is a dual-sport and not a dedicated race machine.
What's the consensus on the WR-250R's? Are they more dirt worthy then a KLX-250S? Do they have more maintenance requirements then the KLX but not as bad as a hard core 4-stroke race bike? What other models should I consider in a motorcycle that is less then 300 pounds and dirt worthy?
Thanks!
For a $1,000 you can do a Kustom Kraft 331cc upgrade to our KLX-250S's so, for pure power I think that is a great option. However, the fuel injection seems to have some benefits and I'm wondering how the suspension and other bits are sorted out in this Yamaha dual sport. I'd consider a Husky 250 and dual sport it myself but, their dealer network is too thin for me. Plus the dollar to Euro conversion rates are killing KTM and Husky in terms of price.
My "fair-weather friend" has me considering putting street tires on it for sunny day pleasure rides and commutes when the weather is warm,and getting a second motorcycle that is more dirt oriented. Before I bought my KLX-250S, I looked at the Honda CRF-X and Yamaha WR's but, I didn't like the 10 hour service intervals for a street ride. This new Yamaha might be a good balance of better performance and reasonable service intervals since it is a dual-sport and not a dedicated race machine.
What's the consensus on the WR-250R's? Are they more dirt worthy then a KLX-250S? Do they have more maintenance requirements then the KLX but not as bad as a hard core 4-stroke race bike? What other models should I consider in a motorcycle that is less then 300 pounds and dirt worthy?
Thanks!
#25
09-25-2008, 09:21 PM
Easier than a carb by far!
#26
09-25-2008, 09:25 PM
I dont know, but the yammi has its pros and cons just like everything else.. It just looks cheaper and not as appealing as the KLX, not like it matters but ya know what I mean.. and like one of the obove post,, Carbs are eaiser... Computers computers computers.. there just doin this so you have to take your bike back to the dealer more.. Its a marketing scheme but some will think its better,, yeah it might be but in the long run.. all this new crap is all for the money for the dealer.. just like the auto industry...
With that said, the 250R is TALL...I'm 6'1 and didn't really like the height.
The X version is lower than the R, and it is much cooler looking in my opinion.
I think our bike is very cool looking, but the Yamaha blue and black is badder than the red and black of my bike...
Last edited by je2000; 09-25-2008 at 10:13 PM.
#27
09-25-2008, 10:15 PM
The WR250R/X have extended (3,000mile) service intervals with the first valve check/adjust scheduled at 26,600 miles.
The 250R is tall but the suspension is adjustable, I'm 5'10" and have no problem riding after using the lower setting front and rear.
I'm not really sure that I relate or agree with Magoo's rants or even see any relevancy.
The 250R is tall but the suspension is adjustable, I'm 5'10" and have no problem riding after using the lower setting front and rear.
I'm not really sure that I relate or agree with Magoo's rants or even see any relevancy.
#28
09-25-2008, 10:22 PM
The WR250R/X have extended (3,000mile) service intervals with the first valve check/adjust scheduled at 26,600 miles.
The 250R is tall but the suspension is adjustable, I'm 5'10" and have no problem riding after using the lower setting front and rear.
I'm not really sure that I relate or agree with Magoo's rants or even see any relevancy.
The 250R is tall but the suspension is adjustable, I'm 5'10" and have no problem riding after using the lower setting front and rear.
I'm not really sure that I relate or agree with Magoo's rants or even see any relevancy.
Impulse buy, first bike. It's fun! Just ride it guys! Stock, it's FUN on the trails, and 50mph roads, its FINE. My biggest complaints are the seat and it's a little iffy at 70mph indicated. I'd stay off those roads, but it's 70mph at the end of my driveway.
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