2012 EC250 or EC300

[JCG61]

Thank you black01 and graham, you asked some of the questions I was going to post. Don't see too much on the 200. Why? Is it as good or better than the orange one? Doing my homework ahead as the dealers in NY are at both ends of the state and I'm in the middle. Currently on a ooolder KTM 300 exc.

[Jakobi]

Originally Posted by tnttimber

I run with a 50 tooth rear and core exp and it was adequate in that stuff, if I had a steady diet of 1 and 2nd gear stuff I would probably just go up one or two on the sprocket.

Fair call too. I'm quite happy with the 250 and the 50T rear in all conditons so far. Its definitely not the same as the 300 though. That 50cc makes a significant difference.

[noobi]

Originally Posted by JCG61

Don't see too much on the 200. Why? Is it as good or better than the orange one? Doing my homework ahead as the dealers in NY are at both ends of the state and I'm in the middle. Currently on a ooolder KTM 300 exc.

Gasgas 200 is more like the bigger bore bikes, has more torque, smoother delivery, and slightly heavier when compared to the KTM 200.
Mine goes very well, and has been anvil reliable.

[Black01]

Wasn't able to make a deal with the gas gas dealers. I was able to get a 2012 KTM XC250 for a steal and load it up with extras. I installed Linkage guard, Rad frame, skid, bar risers and gps. At the end of the day i have a lot less into this beauty. Maybe in 2014 i'll try for the gas gas. Thanks for all the input.

[Jakobi]

Nice catch Black01. Its hard to argue with $$ and cents at times and you have to go with whats most cost effective. I think 2014 will be the year too!