Hypothetical Q - KTM or Gas Gas+$1500

[Jeffro]

Alright guys, I am having winter blues and its not even officially winter yet.. depressing. On the bright side it gives me time to think.

So I've been thinking of getting a new bike in Spring or early summer, most likely a 250 2t. I have always wanted to try a Gas Gas but I get a really great bro deal on KTM bikes. It amounts to about $1500 difference when I bought my 2006 KTM. My decision was helped then because my local GG dealer couldn't even get me a 250 2t due to problems at GG Spain or the importer(?).. so it was kind of a no-brainer then.

I have read quite a few posts here and I think this is a good place to ask since you guys don't seem to be pursuaded by powerful marketing schemes (bleed orange.. blah blah)

My question to you guys - if you were looking at a new bike (2008 or 2009) considering the GG will cost me more and the KTM 2t.. will the performance benefits of the Gas Gas make up for the $1500 additional cost?

by the way, I don't race. mostly just aggressive singletrack trail riding with my friends.

thanks!