Whats better?

[Mobius]

I was wondering which is the faster,better handling machine.

1.250X
2.250Ex

Whats the difference? the 250X has a clutch and chain drive, while the 250Ex has a direct drive and semi auto. Is that it?

[ejensen]

Are you compareing CRF and a Trx?

[2fun]

Originally posted by ejensen
Are you compareing CRF and a Trx?

I believe he is comparing the older manual clutch 250cc TRX (250X) with the newer automatic clutch 250cc TRX (250EX).

This is a tough question.
My first instinct was to say the older 250X, but I have to admit, the newer 250EX has a lot of pep to it.

I used to own an 87 TRX 250X, and have ridden both the 250X and 250EX on the dunes.
I think that would be a good shoot out!

The weight of both quads would also have to be taken into consideration, and since I don't know how much each weighs, I can't help there.

[quadfather03]

if it is that close of a race I would take the 250ex they have nicer looks and you are more apt to find a nice one. Is the 250ex kick start of electric the x was kick my buddy had one that was bored way over and he weighed 150lbs and could stand on the kick strater and never move it. It moved decent. Neither cost very much.

[2fun]

If I remember correctly, the 250EX is an electric start, and shaft driven. The 250X as you said, is kick start, and chain driven.

[2fun]

Here are the specs on the 05' TRX250EX

ENGINE


Engine Type 229cc air-cooled OHV longitudinally mounted single-cylinder four-stroke

Bore and Stroke 68.5mm x 62.2mm

Carburetion 22mm piston-valve

Ignition CD with electronic advance

Starter Electric


DRIVE TRAIN


Clutch Automatic

Transmission Five-speed with reverse

Driveline Direct rear driveshaft


CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES


Front Suspension Independent double-wishbone; 5.9-inch travel

Rear Suspension Swingarm with single shock; 5.7-inch travel

Front Brakes Dual hydraulic 174mm discs

Rear Brake Sealed mechanical drum

Front Tires 22 x 7-10 knobby

Rear Tires 22 x 10-9 knobby


DIMENSIONS


Length 68.3 inches

Width 41.8 inches

Height 42.2 inches

Wheelbase 44.3 inches

Seat Height 31.3 inches

Ground Clearance 5.9 inches

Turning Radius 9.2 feet

Dry Weight 349.0 pounds

Fuel Capacity 2.7 gallons, including 0.7-gallon reserve


OTHER


Available Colors Red, Yellow

Model ID TRX250EX


FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION


6 months Coverage of defects in materials and workmanship

[quadfather03]

At least it is rear kick not like the mojave which is forward those things will eat your a$$ I am limping I was tuning my carb on my quadracer which is for sale in here and the kick hit the compression stroke of the 80 over piston and went back up while my leg was going down. End result 4 inches long and 1/4" deep white meat just like a turkey.

[Woody_YZF]

I would think that the newer EX would be a lighter, more nimble, better handling machine. My inlaws had a '91 250X and it was a great machine though.

[2fun]

For some reason I was thinking that the 250X was a forward kicking kick-start.
Is this not the case????
Its been a few years since I owned it, but...................

[Woody_YZF]

Originally posted by 2fun
For some reason I was thinking that the 250X was a forward kicking kick-start.
Is this not the case????
Its been a few years since I owned it, but...................

You are correct. At least my in-laws '91 was.

[twoofeach]

I have one and indeed it is forward kicking. Yeah, after a few slips I put my riding boots on to kick it. Ouch! As some of you know, it is a project I have going on. It's been somewhat of a hastle to take it apart. Many of the bolts were frozen and I just managed to complete the dis-assembly this weekend. I am taking the parts to my brother-in-law for sandblasting and painting this week. Next week I'll start the re-assembly. I can't attest to the reliabilty or handling of the 250X but my other brother-in-law's sister has a 250ex. Ahhh, it's alright. You get what you pay for. It's a good solid quad. Not terribly quick or fast but that's compared to a Raptor or Banshee and that's not really fair. Usually, I would recommend the newer model because of the parts issue but there are so many parts out there for the older 250X, it shouldn't be an issue. Reliability on these older air-cooled thumpers shouldn't be an issue. I took off the head and cyclinder and they looked new on the inside. Just perform the basic maintence and they should run forever.

[quadfather03]

my bad forward kick it is. been to long. as for the issues there are non just buy what you want.

[2fun]

Originally posted by twoofeach
I can't attest to the reliabilty or handling of the 250X but my other brother-in-law's sister has a 250ex. Ahhh, it's alright. You get what you pay for. It's a good solid quad. Not terribly quick or fast but that's compared to a Raptor or Banshee and that's not really fair. Usually, I would recommend the newer model because of the parts issue but there are so many parts out there for the older 250X, it shouldn't be an issue. Reliability on these older air-cooled thumpers shouldn't be an issue.

As long as it hasn't been abused, you should get years and years of use out of it.
Mine was bullet-proof even up to the day I sold it. I'm sure its new owner is still getting plenty of good use out of it.

Be sure to post pics of it as you are getting it back together!
There is a certain sense of pride when you take something like that, completely tear it down, rebuild it, and paint it.
The 250X is a very good all around quad.

I wouldn't mind getting another one in the future, for family friends, and beginners to use.

[twoofeach]

I'll start posting pictures in a few weeks. Thanks for the interest and don't go very far 2fun, I might have a few questions.

[2fun]

Originally posted by twoofeach
I'll start posting pictures in a few weeks. Thanks for the interest and don't go very far 2fun, I might have a few questions.

UUmmmmm.........
I hope I have the answers.........

[twoofeach]

You know a hell of alot more than me.

[2fun]

Originally posted by twoofeach
You know a hell of alot more than me.

If thats the case, I'd say we're BOTH in a world of hurt!:

[twoofeach]

That's not the reassurance I was hoping to hear 2fun! Nah, it looks pretty simple. The only question I've had so far was answered by Faded. It's pretty straight forward. But, you never know. Also, you might have a few bits hiding in your memory banks.