Can anybody tell me if the size difference between the Grom and CRF250L is very substantial? I am six feet tall and like the idea of a Grom, but the 250L is only $1,000 more or so. The 250 can also do some trail riding. Any input is appreciated.
but on the 250l you can ride on park roads, etc. places that require a license plate ( a lot harder to get a plated dirt bike than a dual sport)I considered this as well. The reason I didn't go with the dual sport is that I like to be able to ride hard, without fear of breaking expensive equipment if I lay it down. I've relented to the fact that to ride in the dirt, I need a dedicated dirt bike (also given their lighter weight and optimal gearing.) If you would rather just tool around rather than get a little jiggy in the dirt, I'd say get the CRF250L.
Yup, it's more like Wrangler or Durango or Patriot or Mini Cooper Countryman, etc.Yup, you're asking which car should I buy, a Jeep Wrangler or a Mini Cooper; two totally different vehicles.
Decide what you want to do with it, then decide on the bike. Can't go wrong with either.
Mike
This is true for most people. I'm just spoiled and used to being way, way out there. I do miss Oregonbut on the 250l you can ride on park roads, etc. places that require a license plate ( a lot harder to get a plated dirt bike than a dual sport)