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Old 04-15-2010, 02:18 AM   #11 (permalink)
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I've ridden both. I love the style of the new redesign, but I hate the comfort of it. If you're a guy you'll know what I mean. They changed the design of the gas tank to go from a "cup" to a "point"

It's also less powerful. Yes, its more powerful in the bottom end. But it's a 250 with super short gearing. Low end is useless. They got about the same mileage when I rode them. Me and my riding buddy (who happens to be a girl and as such, she loved hers) switched them out, I would not switch back if she paid me.

In the end: It's prettier and thats about it. Save your money and get the used one (:

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