I agree, fantastically reliable stock and very good bikes.
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I agree, fantastically reliable stock and very good bikes.
AlwynMike
Husqvarna
A Class
I've just come from an '04 CRF250x that I've had for 2 years, on to a '14 TE310R
The CRF has been utterly reliable, although sometimes a little recalcitrant to start without the "knack"
So I adjust the valves twice a year - no hardship
So far, even without taking the cam cover off the 310, I can see that it is MORE difficult to work on than the CRF, as there is more to come off/dismantle to get to the bits you want to.
The question is, which one do I prefer??
Swings and roundabouts. The 310 is easier to ride when not on a small throttle opening. CRF feels quicker and gives more smiles with having a powerband like a 2-stroke - they really sing when on the cam! Higher cruising speed on the road with the 310. CRF has better fuel consumption and bigger fuel tank. CRF bits are more plentiful and cheaper. CRF needs a radiator fan when on the slow stuff.
New CRF's are more expensive than 310's, and stay away from the (cheaper) CRF250L which has neither the looks nor the performance of the real deal.
That's my 2p (or 2c depending where you live!)
Mike
The CRF has been utterly reliable, although sometimes a little recalcitrant to start without the "knack"
So I adjust the valves twice a year - no hardship
So far, even without taking the cam cover off the 310, I can see that it is MORE difficult to work on than the CRF, as there is more to come off/dismantle to get to the bits you want to.
The question is, which one do I prefer??
Swings and roundabouts. The 310 is easier to ride when not on a small throttle opening. CRF feels quicker and gives more smiles with having a powerband like a 2-stroke - they really sing when on the cam! Higher cruising speed on the road with the 310. CRF has better fuel consumption and bigger fuel tank. CRF bits are more plentiful and cheaper. CRF needs a radiator fan when on the slow stuff.
New CRF's are more expensive than 310's, and stay away from the (cheaper) CRF250L which has neither the looks nor the performance of the real deal.
That's my 2p (or 2c depending where you live!)
Mike
ptkatoomer
Husqvarna
Pro Class
My sons 250x did the same thing.(think it was his riding style-always pegging the rev limiter) Put him on a honda 450x and he learned real quick not to scream it everywhere
. The 450 has been very reliable for several years now. Definitely a BIG, HEAVY bike though.....
I know guys that have CRF250's that trail ride them and not revers and they seem to last fine but do need more valve attention than most (like the yamaha needs zero). And i know guys that MX them and they seems to blow them up a lot. Seems these motors don't handle lots of revs well. Dual cams seem more reliable. All this is a generalization of course.
fasteer
Husqvarna
AA Class
My prev bike was a TE 310. I feel your pain, buddy.
The 511 has been reliable so far, touch wood.
robertaccio
Husqvarna
Pro Class
I too am partial to Yamaha WR250F or modded YZF250, but if I were going to buy a a 250F for me it would be the 250XC-F Kato with the linkage (if they make that model) that thing is world class and world beating at this moment.
Jody Stewart
Husqvarna
A Class
My mate has an 08 crf250x, I take it for a spin every now and then. It's a total tank on the front end. It goes like a weapon though. It's got one of them mega bomb exhausts on it. It has way more torque low end than my te250. My bike feels like a mountain bike in comparison though and I don't mind taking the hit on power because mine has way better handling.
Bryan M
Husqvarna
A Class
try a txc310 then... i have seen both run in the sand..a crf250 to txc310...zero contest...husky much faster and climbs higher on the big dunes.
dratharr
Husqvarna
AA Class
I had an 08 250X and it was great bike, I modded mine heavily Athena 290 kit, cams, exhaust, everything but the kitchen sink. It was a tank compared to my TE310, no comparison in my mind. Great bike but it ran hot, used oil from day one, and the valves needed attention at 50hrs. I have had a kx250F (2007), and sold it and bought a 13 RMZ250F last year, and it is hands down the best handling bike I have ever ridden. I would say if you were buying a new 250F today its basically pick your color, I have ridden the new KX, the new Honda, and I have the Suzuki and they are all really close. I have never ridden a 14 KTM, but I hear it is an absolute rocket.
Bryan M
Husqvarna
A Class
I have spent some time on the KX250f and it ran strong...really strong. 2013 model
They don't tend to be the most long lasting bike on the market but they do handle like crazy. I really like the RMZ. Buddy had one of the first generation steel framed ones and I loved riding that in the woods.
Connor
Husqvarna
AA Class
Well considering you only gave us the option of a husqvarna FE250 (which means you are looking for a brand new bike), husaberg FE250 (this will be a "newer" bike) or a crf250x (this bike has been made forever so it could be used or new, both pretty much the same not many updates have happened with this bike). If money is not an option that I'd buy the brand new 2014 husqvarna TE250. Probably going to be the best bike of the bunch.
fasteer
Husqvarna
AA Class
Probably will end up with new, not used.
You guys have talked me out of the Honda, thanks.
The blue and yellow Husky colour scheme is starting to grow on me.
Interested in opinions; several have suggested what I would consider MX bikes.
They don't come with the lights required to be legal here but don't they also have too stiff suspension and too light a flywheel to be any good on rocky rooted trails?
You guys have talked me out of the Honda, thanks.
The blue and yellow Husky colour scheme is starting to grow on me.
Interested in opinions; several have suggested what I would consider MX bikes.
They don't come with the lights required to be legal here but don't they also have too stiff suspension and too light a flywheel to be any good on rocky rooted trails?
Bryan M
Husqvarna
A Class
Any reason you wouldnt consider a wr250f? If you are looking new I would go more towards the enduro side of things....or like I said earlier headlight and taillight a txc310. I have had both a MX bike and enduro syle style bikes and I tend to like the enduro set ups better for the woods...
Kawagumby
Husqvarna
AA Class
Don't forget the difference in transmission ratios too. If the trails you ride include both wide open and slow technical trails, the WR250F is better in that regard. Another thing about the WR250f, to hop it up like a YZ you only need to change out the cam and put an aftermarket pipe on it. The things are bullet-proof.