The WR checks all of the boxes I'm looking for except the engine. Maybe you should pack less crap? Cycle News last compared these models in 2013, and since then, the CRF250L has, like the KLX, been updated as well. The Honda holds the most fuel, but not by much. Why ? ive ridden with a 1098, now that pulls away like im standing still! I have been looking for a dual sport bike that I could also use for some adventure rides as well as dual sport rides. jjm525, Do you actually own a WR or TE610 or even ride for that matter? The Yamaha is the lightest at 295 pounds, followed by the Kawasaki at 298 and the Honda at 317. However, the WR250R does merit a mention. Subject: Re: WR 250R vs Klx 300 duel sport Mon Mar 08, 2021 3:19 pm. Chuck on an exhaust system, dyno tune, bash plate, tail tidy and hand guards and this should be a pretty decent bike. Basically, theyre all heavy and you feel it on the trail but not so much on the pavement. I am 63 as well and the KLX was more or less ok, but not perfect. For those riders who dont have a vehicle that can carry a bike, the KLX300 is about as smooth of a small single as you can get for short stints on the highway enroute to the trails. Wr250r is the best of the 250-300 dualsports, on the road can be very subjective and go either way, offroad it's just better PoopSmith87 1 yr. ago I mean, the WR is the better bike. The Yamaha is noticeably more powerful than both the Kawasaki and Honda, but most of that power is lurking in the higher rpm range, a fun place for an experienced rider but maybe not so much for the true beginner. Youll pay $200 more for the Camo version. He's got some insane woods bikes plated in NC, including a 2-stroke. Please check the wire, whether it is suitable for your motorcycle. Hondas CRF-250/300L models are quite a bit heavier yet than KLX250/300. The stroke and damping are tuned for an intermediate rider who doesnt want a sky-high seat height. Throw on some soft luggage and it could be a nice little BDR machine. The KLX300 chassis uses a steel-perimeter frame and an aluminum swingarm. does the wr engine make more hp than a yz? This is could be a deal-changer for somemainly beginners and noviceswho would just as soon sacrifice some suspension performance for being able to solidly and confidently plant both feet on the ground, or at least one foot without having to lean the bike over too far. However, a true beginner or first-time rider wont complain at all but will instead enjoy the Hondas ultra-cushy ride and low seat height, by far the lowest of the three. johnkol. More information on the 2021 KLX300 can be found on the Kawasaki website. I am 63 260lbs so the size is a concern. I already own a BMW R1200R and HD 1200R so my rode trips are covered. The 2018 Yamaha WR250R returns much like it was 10 years ago but with an inflated price tag of $6699. A sub all about riding dual sports or dual sporting rides. I did notice the rear suspension seemed to go through the stroke rather quickly in bigger bumps and occasionally I found myself wishing it had an extra inch of travel in back. But the price is much higher. Stability was good too. Has a very user friendly seat height of 881mm. 325249553504 Like. Fast forward to 2021 and Kawasaki has given the little thumper a displacement upgrade, now boasting 292ccs, plus a higher-performance camshaft profile from its KLX300R dirt bike. Hopefully Suzuki will surprise us with one of its own 250cc entry-level dual-sport bike some day so we can do this comparison all over again. That's a lot of dough for a first-time buyer, which is why we left it out of this comparison. Stock, his 250 pulled 17.5hp on the dyno. i rode with ktm 690s most of the time, and they are faster. but not that much really? A tick over 6' and I beat the shit out of my wrr. I was hoping for an update more akin to the recently announced CRF300L. This bike had a lot going for it. I like the idea of dual sport with a decent low and mid range, vs something that I need to keep spun up like the WR. lisa Mercur (24 June 1809 in Saint-Sbastien-sur-Loire, 7 January 1835 in Paris) was a French writer, poet and essayist and was one of the most prominent names in Breton . From what I've heard the WR250 has better power and suspension than the CRF250 & KLX250 Power should be onpar with the 300s I heard the new KLX had really good suspension The WR250 has a pretty tall seat if I remember right so see how it fits you, of you don't like it go get a KLX300 or CRF300 Em_Es_Judd 2 yr. ago The 2018 KLX250, which sells for $5349, took on a few other minor changes besides FI. Its a quick fix though if you decide to remove it. Honda CRF250L The Honda CRF250L came on the scene in 2013. That usually means it can take some abuse though. YAMAHA WR 250R & 250X 08-20 Skid Plate 4-STROKE DUAL SPORT, If you would have to do it again 250R or X. Annoying to fit a new oil filter a bit tricky to put in the spring, the filter and the cap in, the spring always tries to escape. Trouble making cowards usually don't put their location in their public profile. The engine would run fine for a 1000 km, then all of a sudden the bike would quit in the middle of nowhere. Would you like to ride with me or rent with me? I do have on question left though.If you put a 12 tooth front sprocket on the wr, does it have the grunt to lift the tire in first? Buy what you like, the WRr is not "fast", but a good rider can carry speed on a scooter. It weighs 145kg wet. Honda also started offering ABS as an option with the 17 model. One positive is, my 2009 model looks exactly the same! Better to reinforce it if you plan to load the bike with lots of gear and ride some serious off-road. Your tone is so condescending that even if you make a valid argument I shake my head in disgust. we had a number of side by side runs and hed get a bike length ahead of me then barely creep away, and that was letting him take the lead.. he knew the route. Suspension travel is 10.0 inches in the front and 9.1 inches in the rear, which translates to a 35.2-inch seat height. Hopefully, the aftermarket companies will respond with more options. ( although most of our routes are 65 or less) Yamaha WR250R Discontinued! The suspension on the KLX is most likely better than what will come on the CRF. I plan to put a Rade Garage fairing kit on it. Let us know what new bike you end up choosing too! Workaday commuters to urban playbikes to high-country trailbikes. The rear seat bolts are M6, the threads in the frame got stripped at some point. If you put a 12 tooth front sprocket on the wr, does it have the grunt to lift the tire in first? The WRR isn't going to have nearly the same grunt as that KLX300. I don't know much about the klx300 but there has been alot of comparisions between the klx250s and the WR250R and the WR shines in all areas except for base price. KLX 300R Ultimate Trail Bike For Off-Road Thrills 2022 KLX 300R SPECS GALLERY ACCESSORIES & MERCHANDISE OFFERS COMPARE LOCATE A DEALER MSRP $5,699 $400 SAVINGS Destination Charge $435 Freight and Materials Surcharge $300 Dealer sets the actual destination charge, your price may vary. What are your thoughts? Would you like to react to this message? Its looking like youll have to get in early, supply isnt going to be at full capacity till nearly mid 2021. Suspension is non-adjustable up front and pre-load only on the rear. These things are are as unobtainium as 9mm ammo in the Pac Norwest USA. As an off road noob and entering into my 50s, I wont be maxing the capabilities of anything anytime soon, so my choice is driven by the looks of the Kawi. This is where the Honda really shines and makes up for its shorter wheel travel. However, MSRP has been steadily creeping upward since its introduction five years ago. Create an account in a few clicks or log in to continue. The KLXs fuel injection is a major improvement over the previous carbureted KLX. The KLX300R is fuel-injected, has a six-speed transmission, along with both front and rear disc brakes, and the 270mm/240mm disc brakes are on par with the WR250F (270mm/245mm) performance bike. Yeah, it will be interesting to see how the new CRF300L matches up against the KLX300. My KLX250s has got 55k km now and Id like to replace it soon. Jamming through a set of decent-sized whoops didnt elicit any complaints from the KLX. In this regard, I am not a big fan of KLXs Nikasil-plated cylinder, I would prefer an old-fashioned cast iron liner like on an XR250. Generous use of steel; from the footpegs, to the foot controls, fuel tank, kickstand, and 7/8 handlebars, theres a lot of things on the bike that magnets stick to. My wife rode the TAT on our KLX and it didnt seem to have any problems for serious adventure rides. But for taller riders, of course, that might not be an issue. I have been looking at the WRR also,What kind of hp does it put out stock? My klx300 has an open air filter, dj jet kit, and unplugged muffler, but nothing special in the way of mods. Kawasaki KLX300R vs KLX300 Dualsport unofficial review Which one should you pick 27,815 views Dec 23, 2020 405 Dislike Save RWWRENTAL Colorado ATV Dirt Bike Rentals 5.83K subscribers Would you. Im not looking to go super fast just looking to upgrade from a TW 200. None of them, however, are rocket ships, thats pretty much a given with these bikes, but the Yamaha moves along pretty good for what it is. It uses newer. Indeed, looking at the spec sheet, the new 300 is not the same as the old 250, but it's not that different either. We have some more dual sport news! LOL. ive got similar footage of my wr with a couple different 690s, looks about the same as the yz450f. My KLX250 could go up to ~135 km/h (83 mph) on level terrain with 13/45 sprockets and a (slim) girl on the back. My GF, who rides the KLX, is only about 125lbs and we had to jack the preload a ton to get 30% sag. They are all sprung for more or less standard rider. 6 speed. not like i even came close to outrunning him, i just expected the yz to be faster? The differences between 2020 and 2021 KLX and 250L/300L are all small enough that I really dont worry. it holds its own better than the people on the faster bikes care for. Another thing it has going for it is an oil change/valve check interval of 7,500 miles. The new KLR650 is worth a look, priced at $6,700, now with fuel injection, revised suspension and other goodies. Make this thing street legal and I'd be highly interested. Prepping it for some longer journeys wouldnt take much either. It didnt have that twitchy dirt bike feel and the Dunlop D605 knobbies were quiet. I ride a tall bike, an Africa Twin, but the KLX puts me on my tip toes. Theres a wee bit more torque on the klx over the WR which is always good. Kompetisi di trail seperempat liter ini diisi Yamaha bersama WR 250 R, Honda membawa CRF250 Rally, sementara Kawasaki masih percaya diri dengan penggaruk tanah paling senior, KLX250. The price is up $200 to $5599. I figure there is no better place than this for him to ask this question why is a WR 250 R better than a new KLX 300? Of the three, however, the Yamaha takes it one step farther for also being a fully capable off-road motorcycle for the more experienced rider. For the majority of riders the controller is a complete Plug N Play unit. (LogOut/ When the WR250Ra motorcycle inspired by its WR250F off-road-only cousinmade its grand entrance in the U.S. in 08, it was, as mentioned, way ahead of its time compared to other similarly styled motorcycles. Smooth, precise and predictable low rpm throttle response is critical for riders new to motorcycling, and all three bikes have just thatexcellent throttle response. Despite upgrades, the bike will pull hard but will be easy to lift in 1st and 2nd gear. Use left/right arrows to navigate the slideshow or swipe left/right if using a mobile device Sounds and looks like a Great bike for someone wanting to get into the off-road/Adv bike scene. For those who like to ride hard off-road, the KLX300 has some limitations in aggressive terrain but its capable of getting through most gnarly sections. Of the three engines, the Hondas and Kawasakis are most comparable. Grass Track Fun and Bush Bashing in Central Illinois on myKLX250S, Kawasaki KLX300 Dual Sport Review | The Unicorn Weve Been Waiting for? Many products featured on this site were editorially chosen. Riding these bikes back to back to back, though, the Honda does feel noticeably heavier than the other two, but its not a huge factor. Even so, it does take a little planning and a good check in the rear view before attempting a pass. A 43cc increase in displacement may not seem like a lot, but in the case of the KLX300, its just enough of a boost to have a significant impact on its versatility. I never had any carb issues at elevation but it wasn't a great bike. Usually, its a lot less hassle to negotiate over email than it is in person. Sucks at the drag races. Ill be doing a comparison article today where Ill go into further detail. I value reliability too, got to rememeber I own a KLX250S! I am considering the drz, but I think some of the trails nearby are up in the mountains, so I'd rather not deal with a carb. However, new carburetion changed all that in 09for a while at least. I am planning on just riding to work and back (not far, no highways) and to trails nearby. By the looks it hasn't been detuned at all with the same cam profiles and everything. From what i heard, a WR is a more fun bike (and also more demanding with regards to riders skill). The front brake was powerful enough and also had good feel. The build quality of the Yamaha WR250R is unmatched by the competitors in its class. The increase in engine displacement allows the KLX to push higher gearing than last year (14/40 vs 14/42) and it also has an updated gear-driven engine balancer to help smooth things out. Once we hit dirt, the bike felt like it was in its true element. The 2020 Kawasaki KX 250 has an MSRP of $7,799, while the 2020 Kawasaki KLX 300R has an MSRP of $5,499. What hasnt changed? We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience and personalize both the content and advertising you see. Stock it will do that, to a point. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. It's not a good roadracer. I have to say, I do like the camo colours, the black wheels and frame look mint. I'm 5'-10" and the WR felt a bit too tall for me. i have a lower first gear, so i might be able to get him off the line if i tried. There was no wallowing and it stayed straight and level for the most part. The engine run/stop switch was almost the last thing I checked, would not have thought it can crap out. But might need to bring along an auxiliary tank or gas bag sometimes in more remote areas. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); https://www.instagram.com/onthebackwheel/. Are you the guy with the KLR?!? Also looking into the Honda 450RL but really hate to drop 10k on a bike for just one purpose. Compare All Motorcycles. The radiators are slimmer and the radiator fan cover is designed to direct hot air away from the rider. The KLXs suspension is almost as adjustable as the WRs. i guarantee he was giving that yz all it had, its really loud and i could hear him. What the KLX300 lacks in adrenaline-pumping performance, it makes up for in balance. I wouldnt want to do 1-2 hours of highway miles on a CRF450RL. Changed the oil every 3000 km, and didnt have any engine issues, pretty good for a 250? Anyone know how it does as a D. I think you could be very pleased with the WRR just because it comes 100% street legal. This is progress? All that equipment on the new KLX300 (or lack thereof) weighs in at 304 pounds wet, which is the same as last years model. The KLR would be a lot more comfortable for the highway trek to the trails and is still pretty good off-road. 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