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2005 EC300 vs 2007 EC300
Hi, does anyone know what are the main differences are between a 05 EC300 and a 07 EC300? How would a 05 EC300 compare to a 07 KTM 300 exc? I'm looking for a enduro bike and can't make my mind. I came across a road registered, good looking 05 EC300 that is 2000$, a 07 EC300 not road registered, not so good looking as the previews for 2600$ and a good looking 07 ktm 300 exc for 3000$. Please help me figure out witch one of them worth my money. A lot of my friends suggested me to take the ktm for it's better resale value and aftermarket parts. But from what I've read on the internet the GG is a good and a lot cheaper choice against the ktm.
Thanks, Alecs |
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The GasGas is as good as the KTM and cheaper. Resale is tough, but parts are easy to get and nowhere near as expensive as KTM parts. I am saying this from experience as I went from KTM to GasGas.
The only real difference between the 05 and the 07 is the rear subframe with new plastic on it. ( one piece rear fender and single seat bolt). I would go with the better deal for your money, meaning low hours, not raced, etc. I would take the 05 from a guy who bought it but never rode it vs. a racer who rode it but maintained it. Also consider extra/add on parts that come with each. |
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Just so you know the 05 can be updated to the 07-current models if you choose to do it. Sub frame, airbox, rear plastics and maybe a few other things. The new style sub frame is much better and stronger but if your not a crasher the 05 should be fine.
You just missed a beautiful 07 here from Matt R. Be patient, even good ones when they pop up don't sell very quickly.
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07 EC 300 (under 500 miles, selling soon) 97 KTM 250 EXC (sold) 2016 Trek Remedy 29er |
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Just another way of looking at it.
Do you buy a bike that has been raced and had all maintenance done before it probably nedds it or do you buy a bike that has hardly been ridden and maybe not maintained at all??? Food for thought, my mates and I argue this all the time. Cheers Mark |
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I would take the one that been raced and well maintained against the other one.
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There's no way to have your question about KTM Vs GasGas answered sensibly by anyone other than yourself having tried them. I think most people on here will recommend the GG, after all we're on a GG forum so we decided. I have owned and ridden both makes. I settled on GG for 2 reasons; 1) they seem more forgiving when I'm tired and 2) in the UK there are too many KTMs.
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