200x or 250r

[joenovosel]

i can get a 200x for 400 or i can trade a guy for a 250 r. Both options arent available to me now. What would you do

[90guy]

I myself would go with the R by a long shot if its in decent shape. But if its beat and the X is a nice running machine that would be my choice if you want a runner right away.

[joenovosel]

Oh I forgot the 250r has a 310 big bore kit. It seems like the better deal but the 200x is alot cheaper.

[rg97]

Its more than just a "which one" question
Depending on year, condition, aftermarkets and price, the "which one" changes
Need details

[slashfan7964]

Details are key here.

[rg97]

It's like asking if you want a filet mignon or just a normal meal...
I would take the steak!

but, if I told you that the steak is 7 months out of date, overcooked, outrageously priced, and dirty like its been dropped on the bathroom floor more than a few times, and the normal meal is mouth-wateringly seasoned and cooked to perfection, then what would you take?

[ScreaminRed]

That really is a tough question for anyone to answer. If you had pics and a bit more detail about each machine, it would be a little easier. What's the price for the 250r? Or what u trading for it? What years are they? Really, everyone needs a lot more info. to help you.

[JasonB]

250r all the way. I dont know why, but I just dont like 200X's for some reason. I have spent time riding a 200x before and they just dont do it for me. So my vote is the 310 equipped 250r. if its running.

[hawaiirider]

200x, lasts forever no repairs ever needed
250r much faster but wears out much faster

[rg97]

200x, lasts forever no repairs ever needed
250r much faster but wears out much faster

Other than:
Rear bearings
Swingarm bearings
front axle bearings
parking brake
clutch plates and discs
levers

Yes, you're right!

Just watch out, both are major money pits

[hawaiirider]

ive got to agree, the 200x's carrier bearings are crap they dont last long at all

[ScreaminRed]

I'm pretty sure there is more upkeep/maintenance to a 250r. I can speak for the 200x, I had zero problems with mine. A buddy of mine had a 250r way back in the day and we were always waiting on him. The rest of us had 4 strokes. Maybe he had a POS, but that's just my experience. I'm not dissing an R either, because I want one. :)

[King Trikester]

Get both! Problem solved. I will be here all week if you need more advice.

[BWard]

Yep. I agree, Get Both, Problem Solved.. Well Put King Trikester

[hawaiirider]

i agree 2! i coouldnt pick one over the other and just ended up keeping both;)