![]() ![]() The Dual-Sport version from KTM is comparable to the Enduro “X” from a company like Honda. Compared to other brand dual sports they are high performance and lightweight. Strange that KTM have this model hidden in a cave somewhere, because this is the answer to all those riders wanting a “small” offroad motorbike. Said to be a mix between offroad and trials, this is the perfect platform for learning on. A power delivery that is relaxed and easy to learn on. Incredibly lightweight with a small frame. KTM FreerideĪn offroad motorbike designed for beginner riders. On a personal note, I am a KTM owner and I believe they require preventative maintenance and good regular service intervals. Often criticized for low reliability and expensive parts, but if your KTM is working then it is the best in the business. However Honda released the Honda XR 650L fairly recently which adds confusion to the equation.Ĭurrently dominating the offroad scene as an entity, from motocross to dual-sport. Generalizing would have the “CRF” as a modern purchase and the “XR” as old. The casual dual-sport version of the time, but now mostly old machines that are not relevant in today’s market. Why it has been faded out is a mystery, but most likely due to fuel emission standards. It is both lighter and more powerful than the modern CRF series. The XR “R” is the Enduro version and is a motorbike that is heavily desired despite its age. Picking up an “R” for anything other than a motocross track is a mistake.Īir cooled and usually known to be the predecessor to the modern CRF series. High maintenance, hard suspension and difficult to ride. No lights, no indicators, and an engine that explodes itself around a track into winning races. The Honda CRF “R” is the motocross version which has all weight saving applications applied. The “X” also has an optimized engine that packs alot of power which increases the service internal rate and general maintenance.įor most offroad dual-sport riders looking to progress their riding skills, you would be better off searching for the “X” over and above the more casual “L”. They still have indicators and lights, but are shaving off lots of weight in other areas compared to the “L”. The “X” falls into the realms of an Enduro motorbike. The CRF added a liquid cooled system, and in today’s world it can be generalized that CRF has fuel injection, where the XR has a carburetor.Įxactly the same concept as the Honda CRF L, but with modifications for supermotard. The Honda CRF series came out around in the year 2000 to replace the Honda XR series. The “L” weighs in at the heaviest end of the CRF series. The “L” is low powered, with reliability as its focus. Around 10,000km oil change intervals and an engine that basically never needs servicing. The “L” is a bulletproof motorbike with long service intervals. ![]() In general, you get a Honda if you want something that is going to be hassle free and works without drama. They also seem popular in the motocross segment. The Honda motorbike giant is known for its reliability in the “L” series. When you buy a new motorbike, you must be able to find parts! Honda The Honda CRF 250R on the other hand is a 90kg motocross bike that is designed for winning races.Īpart from having the same name of “CRF”, there is nearly nothing in common between a CRF L and a CRF R. ![]() A Honda CRF 250L is a 148kg dual-sport designed for bulletproof long distance service intervals and very casual driving. When looking for a motorbike it is crucially important to buy the right model for the discipline that you are doing.
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