I have ridden 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006 EC300s.
The 2000 still out turns them all and makes killer west coast enduro power. The '01 seemed very similar. The '02 had less low end and a screaming top-end. The '04 went back to more low end. My own '05 has the switch and it is in between the '00 and '02 in the rain mode. In the dry mode it's get's on the pipe quick, but it's great when you want or need that type of power. The '06 was very similar, but I think it pulled faster through the mid range.
The stock suspension has gotten better every year. I have an ECO and love the forks. I don't care if they are harder to service. My suspesnion sponsor is quite capable. However, the Shiver forks are pretty good. I personally think the Ohlins are woth the $$$.
Come on Glen, just pull the trigger!
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