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Discussion in '2012+ CRF250L General Discussion' started by Filippo, Apr 22, 2017.

  1. Filippo

    Filippo New Member

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    Hi folks opinions please. Im looking to purchase a crf250 in the UK. debating whether to go forthe updated 2017 model or go second hand that's prob low miles and some mods..?? Cheers
     
  2. Tigger

    Tigger Active Member

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    If you are going to mess it up on green lanes etc in the first few weeks, buy a good second hand one would be my advice, unless the Rally version takes your fancy.. good luck with your decision
     
  3. Filippo

    Filippo New Member

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    cheers Tigger. all round use really, lanes, commuting general blatting about. was just wondering whether the new model is worth the extra with "improvements"??
     
  4. marcusfordus

    marcusfordus New Member

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    I've had the pleasure of a Rally as a loan bike today whilst mine was in for the first service.
    I really liked the engine, through the gears right up to an indicated 74mph with ease.
    I disliked the pogo suspension.
    I liked the stronger front brake, but was cancelled out by the no-feel rear brake.
    Fold up tip on the gear lever a plus.
    Super firm seat a negative.
    Better indicators and headlight.
    £1400 more than what I payed end of March '17 for my own new 16spec bike.

    The ideal bike would be 2017 non-Rally CRF, dressed in 2016 coloured plastics.

    The Rally was good, but not massively different. The increase in engine poke is best described as my bike is a 250, that may have been a 300!
     
  5. Lee6R

    Lee6R Member

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    I too thought about a new 2017 bike but went for a 2013 model with full FMF MegaBomb Exhaust and a few other extras.
    I mainly wanted the bike for gentle green laning, teaching CBT on and bimbling around at a slower pace than my sports bike. It ticks all the boxes.
    Don't regret buying an older second hand bike for a second (even though it's currently getting the water pump fixed!).
     
  6. Filippo

    Filippo New Member

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    Thanks for all your replies guys. This 2015 bike came up with full FMF Q4 system k&n filter and Dobrek box so decision made!
     

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