250 or 450?

I've been ridding for about 11 years.  Currently, I ride a CRF 250x.  the weight is similar to the crf 450r bike.  I was looking to cross back over to the motocross bikes opposed to the trail bikes because i like the more lively throttle response and lighter/more nimble chassis.

Between a 450 and a 250, which do ya'll think would be most appropriate for me?
The use would be primarily cross country, trails, enduro. I end up on the track occasionally.  

Do you feel the power on your crf 250x is adiquate? I would try riding both bikes and make my decision then. But, I usually roll with more is better lol  
Patrick
1989 Cr250r.

Sorry, Goose, but it's time to buzz a tower.

Mount Hope, Kansass

How new are you going to go?  
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MIKE
Phoenix, az
(07 yz250)
(99 yz125)


Every bush has its day (sanders, 2009)
Lack of enthusiasm is for the weak and timid. (alex, a.k.a. yz250 forever)

"I know much about nothing at all"(Maple, 2009)

In wide open spaces I like the 450, in tighter situations I like the 250. But I don't have a lot of experience on them.  I have ridden the 450 twice and the 250 once.  
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"Every time I start thinking the world is all bad, then I start seeing some people out there having fun on motorcycles. It makes me take another look." -Steve McQueen

I don't have a year in mind. I'm open for a 2010.  

what is your weight and skill level??

ANY newer 250f (R) will be lighter and more responsive than your (X)
a 450 may be a bit much unless you ride desert like Dag said..  

Autismspeaks.org
Gilbert AZ
06yz144,05yz85,02yz85

weight = 160.
skill level - advanced.  

go 450 never enough power!if the 250 isnt enough youll be very P.Od that you didnt spend an extra 400.00 bucks.its all about throttle control  
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I would wait for some good test ride results before I bought the 2010.  
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"Every time I start thinking the world is all bad, then I start seeing some people out there having fun on motorcycles. It makes me take another look." -Steve McQueen

I disagree with spaz, the newer 2010 250f's will pack more than enough punch for your wieght. A 450 is not too much for you but it is definately not going to be as flickable than a newer 250f or even your tank of a 250 now. People seem to underestimate the power of the newer model 250f's. there fast and pack a great punch. You will definately have some fun on a 250f (r)  
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MIKE
Phoenix, az
(07 yz250)
(99 yz125)


Every bush has its day (sanders, 2009)
Lack of enthusiasm is for the weak and timid. (alex, a.k.a. yz250 forever)

"I know much about nothing at all"(Maple, 2009)

but if your trails riding a flickable bike wont matter,and if you want more juice later engine mods are gonna cost more than starting with a stock 450f  
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There are many factors to look into with these bikes.

Yes your 250X may weigh the same as a 450, but it will still have a light weight feel to it because you have less motor and much less power.

I agree with Hellamic, if you are an advanced rider, a MX 250F is probably the better choice. I find that unless you ride a lot of wide open areas, the 450 makes riding less fun.

All of the new 250F's suite a rider of your weight and will pull trail duty with minimal modifications. Plus, riding is all about fun, there is nothing more fun then riding a light flickable bike that you can hold to the throttle stop.

There are killer deals on the 09 250F's right now, and every color is a great bike, although if you ride in areas where elevation changes, perhaps looking at a 2010 EFI bike will make things easier. IMO, as a serious MXer, I find that EFI is a major step in the right direction...  

Go with a newer 250, probably one with EFI, but I'm no expert.  
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Lancaster, PA
2007 CRF250R
4 Stroke 4 Life!

my personal opinion would be unless your going to race the 250 class the 450 is it.once again just my opinion.  
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SIZE MATTERS

When I was in my 20s and did a lot of sand riding I went out and got a CR-500 R. The power made up for my lack of riding experience.

Looking back, I think I went too big, too soon. Get the 500 in the tight woods of new england and ith becomes a handfull.

Granted, I was 135 lbs young and stupid then. I now weigh 210 and still have the 500 but really like my KTM 200 for tight woods riding.

So I guess it takes multiple bikes to cover different itches...I have KTM 200 EXC vintage Yz 250s, XR-185, Cr-500 r, CB-450 1976 and HD roadking, and some hulks in various stages of assembly.

The right size bike for the right cditions really helps  
bald as a bean..old as your dad..but rides like a fool