txc 250 vs 310

[tm_enduro]

how big of a difference is there between the 250 and 310 txc? Same peak hp, but get there differently, or is 250 softer everywhere?

 

[LandofMotards]

250 is noticeably softer everywhere. The 310 is at the point where it has the more power but still let's you get away with a lot.

 

[dartyppyt]

New 310 is the go! Better grab one, cause guess some dealers are sold out and there is a waiting list.

 

[Weantright]

The power is broader accross the board vs. the 250. The 250 will get you anywhere your skill can and still be fun. Big question, will you be racing and what class?

 

[LandofMotards]

Tricounty powersports has a 2012 TXC's new for 4200. They are in CA but that's a heck of a savings.

 

[LandofMotards]

They are one of the site sponsors too

 

[tm_enduro]

The power is broader accross the board vs. the 250. The 250 will get you anywhere your skill can and still be fun. Big question, will you be racing and what class?

For me, the class doesn't matter. I would be Vet, or if I raced serious, maybe back to AA. I just want the bike to be fast, and I have no problem with revving the engine (I enjoy high strung, modded 125s!).

 

[chuckc4]

I rode both bikes back to back this summer. I have a 2010 TE 310, and was only going to ride the 310, but I tried the 250 anyway. I am glad I did, because the 250 felt much lighter, but did not give up anything, except possibly some very low speed grunt, which I thought was not worth the slightly heavier feel of the 310.

I also rode a tc250 with a different mapping, and I believe tuned with iBeat that was truly unbelievable. If you can get a txc 250 tuned to the way you ride, then I would not bother getting a 310. With that said, I did not ride a 310 that was tuned....

 

[oregonsage]

The main reason to get a 250 is because the 310 is so popular that dealers cant keep them in stock. On the other hand 250s can be bought at heavy discounts.....
For example ...http://billshusky.com/archives/category/new-bikes

 

[dartyppyt]

Truth to that. I had to get on waiting list. Mine is on it's way and should land at the dealer midweek.

 

[chuckc4]

I rode both bikes back to back this summer. I have a 2010 TE 310, and was only going to ride the 310, but I tried the 250 anyway. I am glad I did, because the 250 felt much lighter, but did not give up anything, except possibly some very low speed grunt, which I thought was not worth the slightly heavier feel of the 310.

I also rode a tc250 with a different mapping, and I believe tuned with iBeat that was truly unbelievable. If you can get a txc 250 tuned to the way you ride, then I would not bother getting a 310. With that said, I did not ride a 310 that was tuned....

Just re-read your post - I was referring to the 2012's, and you might be asking about the 2013's--those bikes seem to be much different from all I have read. Sorry if I goofed you up with my response.

 

[rockdancer]

I had 2010 250 which had some work done to it and I much prefer the 2011 on 310 - more everywhere. More fun in my opinion as it has more useable power. My 310 is slightly lighter than the 250 with a lighter TTX shock and same Leo vince exhaust . More exciting to ride . Better on hills