G'day My name is Cameron, I've been riding dirtbikes since I was 13 (Im 48 now) and lost count of how many bikes I've owned (30+). Current bike is a 2006 TE250 with less than 400 miles. Yeah I know, I need to ride more and as I wont be anywhere near the surf in Atlanta it will give me more time to get out and ride. Which brings me to my question: I currently live in Sydney, Australia, however I will be relocating to Atlanta in July this year, probably for a 2 year stint and Im wondering if I should sell my immaculate, super low miles, one owner 2006 TE250 here in Aus (Id probably only achieve US$4k for the sale) and buy a new 2010 TE250 (or Sherco/Husaberg/Gas Gas) in Georgia OR Could I bring it over with me and ride it whilst Im in the US? What sort of registration/licencing requirements apply to riding offroad in Georgia? Whats the price on a new 2010 TE250? Any inputs appreciated Cameron
I'm in the metro Atlanta area, hit me up when you get here. If you can get a fair price for your Husky in Australia, I'd sell it there. I'd think an '06 TE250 would sell here for around $2,500. Used Husky's don't get what they are worth in Georgia or in most of the US. There is no licensing or registration required to ride offroad in Georgia. As for the price of a new TE250, you can PM Bobby, he is the Husky dealer for metro Atlanta. Also, I race with a fellow that talks funny like you. I think he's been here since 2000 or so. If you want to ride with similar people, send him a PM over on GeorgiaOffRoad.com His user name is "OZinUS". Good dude too. But, I'd definitely be sure to ride a dirtbike during your time here. The Southeast, specifically Georgia, is a great place to ride. We have riding and racing year round (most states don't due to weather or laws). We have tons of public land to ride that is very diverse and close to free. We also have several offroad riding parks that are private and generally better to ride than the public land. You can read about the places to ride over on Georgiaoffroad.com
Hey Cameron, Lots of good places to ride in Georgia and SC. A couple of large riding parks we go to include Durhamtown Plantation and Broad River, plus a multitude of ORV parks. You will find some pretty good deals on Husky's in the area. Upstate Cycle in Greenville, SC also has new and used Husqvarna's. They currently have and 08 TXC 450 that is in great shape, although it probably won't be here by the time you move. When you arrive, let me know; I ride with a nice group of people who range in age from late 20's to age 72 (I'm 56). Many times we will ride and BBQ some steaks or burgers at the end of the day. All are welcome in our group and I guarantee we will make you feel at home. Take care and welcome to the USA.
Well I for one would love to find out how you would compare the driving habits of people on the roads. My guess would be you will find Sydney and Atlanta quite different. There is a reason for the tire tracks on the sound walls of Atlanta free ways.
Ive already been laughed at on another forum for using the word carby instead of carb...out came all the shrimp/barbie jokes.. Nice to hear from you guys, I'll get in touch once Im settled in and scope out what bikes are available. I've just got home from a "boys weekend" and the TE250 racked up some more "miles" and is covered in mud. I rode my brother's Sherco 4.5i for one of the rides but getting back on to my bike really made me appreciate how flickable and nimble the TE250 is. I reckon the ideal has got to be around 300 to 325cc... Cameron
