Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 02:42 PM
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used to ride a freinds 4 stroke Honda 250 it was a nice size , it would propel a 250 pound me 60mph on the highway , that wasn't very pleasant with no wind shield but it would do it.
I did a lot more fire lanes in the woods, around the farm and even played on a dirt bike course the day before the race while they were finishing it up with permission.
it was a lot of fun and the only way I see myself on a motorcycle in the future , people on the road are nuts
this was a early 90s bike and it was about 95-97 I was riding it
I see those utility bikes they have in Australia and think that would be handy top speed around 40 and geared to get around fields and check fences , with racks to carry gear and fuel.
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 03:28 PM
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Here is my '96, DR350. First year with electric start ... (IIRC) Had a KLR 660, rode a DR 650 .... and several others. This one fits me to "T".
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 03:38 PM
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Here is my '96, DR350. First year with electric start ... (IIRC) Had a KLR 660, rode a DR 650 .... and several others. This one fits me to "T". That brings back some memories!!!!! I had the exact same one!! Who can't forget the purple frame!! That is really cool!! Yes out of every bike I ever had, that was the best bike I ever owned!! Thanks for sharing the pic!!
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 06:49 PM
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Miss my IT 400 Yamaha. That thing could climb a tree if could hang onto it. We used to ride in an old quarry and was a blast.
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 09:03 PM
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Yes sir
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I'd be curious what ur plans are for it. Is it just for rides within 6 or 8 miles of house. Trail riding in the country or will there be some trips 20+ miles from the house. I got the 650 because I wanted something I could ride out here in the country but could also take it on longer day trips. When you say dual sport I think of something you can get out on Highway and cruise down highway at 65 without making engine scream but still can handle rougher roads
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/03/23 10:34 PM
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My dr650 I bought in august. I had never risen a motorcycle before and wanted something for dirt roads but could also go highway if I wanted. I just rode over 200 miles on dirt and gravel roads with it last Sunday. It’s been a great bike. It sounds like the smaller DR may be better suited for you.
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/04/23 04:52 PM
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The Kawasaki klx300 is more comparable to the Honda crf300L
I'd pass on the Kawasaki klx230
Both 300' s are a little more money but have more travel and better suspension . More power and liquid cooled . More ground clearance
Id choose the Honda over the Kawasaki but either will be super reliable .
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Re: Duel sport dirtbike/motorcycle
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07/04/23 05:01 PM
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Bought this one yesterday. Maybe a little bigger than what your looking at but it rides nice. One of the best bikes for the money right there . Really reliable , I've talked to guys who have run all over the USA with those bikes and no major problems
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