I planned on racing my 165 this weekend at the Bend ISDE but I keep thinking I should take the big boy 511. Not sure which i am faster on in the more open stuff like Bend. I'll probably take the 165 but??? The 165 is absolutely for sure going to the Idaho City ISDE Qualifier. thoughts? None of this really matters, both are very good, just thinking out loud.
No substitute for big bore torque in the mostly wide open spaces, unless your suspension is set up too soft for 60 mph whoops.
it is some of both which is my delema. I like both bikes out there. The 511 has more power but the 165 is lighter and better suspension for racing. (TE511 is soft and stock)
I vote 165 by the end of the race you'll be alot fresher and able to push much harder. Id have to imagine anyway
Really depends on the rider, your conditioning, your riding style, the course ETC.... For me it would be a no brainer. (UNLESS it is really really open!) The 165 wins hands down. Bullet proof, light weight, simple, AWESOME handling, Ability to ride farther with less effort in my opinion.A 8 year old can kickstart it, pull the clutch in and twist the throttle! And a twelve year old can put it on a bike stand! I'm riding a 300 2-stroke this year and I am not even sure I can ride that faster then a 144! (If I am slower the 300 will be gone!) It is also fun closing in on bigger bikes with a screaming smallbore. I laugh when I hear guys saying did you see that guy on that Husky! FUN Factor off the charts!!!
I think that mile long stretch of 2-3' deep whoops was wiped smooth by the trail grooming crew after last years ISDE. I haven't been there since last fall though.
Depends if you want to finish or get a big fat DNF 511? possable DNF No one really races one 165 proven winner
The 511 is solid as a freaking rock. Zero issues, and I have ridden it out at this place many times. Thats a non issue.
Well, a TXC511 won the 50 Expert class on this same terrain at the Fall Classic. The 2nd place guy on a KTM was 6 minutes behind. The best part "pass anyone at will" No DNF... Check Proven Winner... Check Fuel economy that easily handles a 50 mile loop ... Check
