KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
I sure am glad I got the 2007 model. Stronger spokes and better brakes are always welcome, but otherwise the 2009 model looks like a step backwards. I ride my KLX as a dirt bike first and in that regard it looks like Kawasaki is heading the wrong direction.
I noticed the weight of the bike has increased nearly 20 pounds: 2009 Dry weight: 277.8 lbs.(280 lbs CA model) Ouch.. this is compared to 262 lbs for the 06/07.. lighter weight makes a big difference on steep difficult trails. If I were buying a new bike today, I would be taking a good look at the 2008 Husqvarna TE 250.. too bad since I really like Kawasaki. (my KLX has been 100% reliable and nearly indestructible so far!) |
RE: KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
they ARE trying to make it more of a street bike. they didn't make a newmodelfor the guys/girls who already have one.they're not trying to get us to upgrade. they want people who don't have a bike to buy them.
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RE: KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
A bit more weight on the road will help it be more stable! I won't pass judgment tillI see them.
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RE: KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
Talk about weight, I rode a DR650 today. Man that thing has some bulk. It rode like a cadillac. I'm used to my KTM EXC with the stiff suspension and hard seat. The DR felt like a minivan by comparison, couldn't hardly feel the bumps at all. ;) It was fun, though - different. Definitely more comfortable on the road, but I wouldn't want to do much with it in the woods.
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RE: KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
ORIGINAL: Nobrakes Talk about weight, I rode a DR650 today. Man that thing has some bulk. It rode like a cadillac. I'm used to my KTM EXC with the stiff suspension and hard seat. The DR felt like a minivan by comparison, couldn't hardly feel the bumps at all. ;) It was fun, though - different. Definitely more comfortable on the road, but I wouldn't want to do much with it in the woods. |
RE: KLX250 2007 vs. 2009
ORIGINAL: Nobrakes Talk about weight, I rode a DR650 today. Man that thing has some bulk. It rode like a cadillac. I'm used to my KTM EXC with the stiff suspension and hard seat. The DR felt like a minivan by comparison, couldn't hardly feel the bumps at all. ;) It was fun, though - different. Definitely more comfortable on the road, but I wouldn't want to do much with it in the woods. |
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