wr 300?

[rappster]

been thinking about selling my 06 TC510 and buying a WR300, question is how does this perform on a motocross track for a 40+ rider, will i be completly dissipointed or is this a good choice?

 

[ray_ray]

Interesting question ... That 300WR is a bored WR250 which is a very very close to a CR250 (yep, 5-SPD CR tranny ratios) except for the FWW, ignition, etc and suspension ... All depending to some degree on what yr model the 300 is you are gonna buy ...

The ignition stuff on the WR just calms the bike down for woods riding ... That, along with a pipe, will be where you wanna work to get the snap back into a WR model ...

 

[vntgmx]

Depends on your skill level. I'm 53 and my better days are behind me but I had a '10 WR300 that was basically stock and I used it as a practice track bike and for trails and I found it was good at the track for my skill level. Mind you I'm not doing 100' table tops but I do my share of jumps etc and it was more then up for the challenge.

 

[Dirtdame]

I don't really track ride anymore, and that's the reason that I sold my KX250 and bought the WR300. The KX was a HORRIBLE trail bike, and although a good track bike, something about it never quite fit me. The WR is a GREAT trail bike, but works very well on the track too (certainly is more comfortable, and has WAY more bottom end grunt and better handling than my KX did), if I go to one to hang out with the track buddies from time to time.

 

[Daniel508s]

How do you like your TC510 on the track (I'm a 40+ club rider)? For me the TC in more comfortable on the trails, this is why I own a RMz450 (the best mx bike, IMHO) for MX.

 

[oregonsage]

I would say that a WR300 would be fine on an MX track in the 'masters' class, but the harder hit of the CR250 could be more to your liking (or not).

 

[Oldmotocrosser]

I am 48, and have recently bought a WR300. It is great on the motocross track, especially if you let it wind out on the rev's. It has gobs of power, and is perfect for trail riding. You may want to beef up the suspension a little, depending on your weight/skill for the large double jumps. Other than that it is very forgiving.

 

[Oldmotocrosser]

Also, this bike is ez peezy when it comes to repairs.

This article may help if you want to motocross the WR.

http://www.motocrossactionmag.com/M...RACE-HUSQVARNA-WR300-MOTOCROSS-BIKE-6887.aspx

 

[haulin husky7]

I would say that a WR300 would be fine on an MX track in the 'masters' class, but the harder hit of the CR250 could be more to your liking (or not).

Interesting question ... That 300WR is a bored WR250 which is a very very close to a CR250 (yep, 5-SPD CR tranny ratios) except for the FWW, ignition, etc and suspension ... All depending to some degree on what yr model the 300 is you are gonna buy ...

The ignition stuff on the WR just calms the bike down for woods riding ... That, along with a pipe, will be where you wanna work to get the snap back into a WR model ...

man my 2000 cr must of had something wrong with it??? it had no snap at all and felt like a 125 compared to my dads 00 wr250 and my 09 wr250, i thought for sure both of the wr's would rip the lips of the cr in a drag race but no the cr would stay right with the wr's everytime it was deceptively smooth. that is the reason I like fourstrokes on mx tracks better than most 2strokes, because the 4st has the lack of in you face snap and is just smooth. but I love the monster strong hit of my 09 wr in the woods.

 

[rappster]

How do you like your TC510 on the track (I'm a 40+ club rider)? For me the TC in more comfortable on the trails, this is why I own a RMz450 (the best mx bike, IMHO) for MX.

thanks for all the input, sounds like i can't go wrong with the 250/300, as for my 510, it is a fantastic bike for MX and the only thing i had to work on was the 2X4 front forks they came with, before i fixed them i wasn't sure they even moved up and down and i felt every pebble on the track. i'm convinced there isn't a better motor out there the way this thing pulls. it will tire one out just due to the added weight.

 

[Daniel508s]

thanks for all the input, sounds like i can't go wrong with the 250/300, as for my 510, it is a fantastic bike for MX and the only thing i had to work on was the 2X4 front forks they came with, before i fixed them i wasn't sure they even moved up and down and i felt every pebble on the track. i'm convinced there isn't a better motor out there the way this thing pulls. it will tire one out just due to the added weight.

I'm with you on the TC. The forks are way stiff and my rear shock is to soft. I'm getting the shock fixed this summer and plan to race a D36 event later in the year. Yes, the 510 engine is awesome, tractor type power.
You should be able to a great deal on a new 250/300. It will take some time to get used to after riding the big TC. Just get the suspension dial in.

 

[fletchman45]

Yes a 300 has a STRONG engine, and like these guys said if you need more snap I would think you could get the Moto/CR ignition. My buddy has one and I hink it is a great do it all bike. With a tall seat! Never rode a 510, but I would think she could be a fun handful!!

 

[haulin husky7]

Interesting question ... That 300WR is a bored WR250 which is a very very close to a CR250 (yep, 5-SPD CR tranny ratios) except for the FWW, ignition, etc and suspension ... All depending to some degree on what yr model the 300 is you are gonna buy ...

The ignition stuff on the WR just calms the bike down for woods riding ... That, along with a pipe, will be where you wanna work to get the snap back into a WR model ...

I would say that a WR300 would be fine on an MX track in the 'masters' class, but the harder hit of the CR250 could be more to your liking (or not).

Yes a 300 has a STRONG engine, and like these guys said if you need more snap I would think you could get the Moto/CR ignition. My buddy has one and I hink it is a great do it all bike. With a tall seat! Never rode a 510, but I would think she could be a fun handful!!

dang i'd like to know where these people are with the cr's that have a harder hit than the wr's???, back in 2009 when I first learned the secret about how awesome huskys are Wyatt Seals told me they put the cr ignition in the 300 to smooth the bike out???? for GK in the GNCC'S.

 

[Dirtdame]

dang i'd like to know where these people are with the cr's that have a harder hit than the wr's???, back in 2009 when I first learned the secret about how awesome huskys are Wyatt Seals told me they put the cr ignition in the 300 to smooth the bike out???? for GK in the GNCC'S.

Maybe the CR ingnition smoothed out the bottom end hit.

 

[fletchman45]

I have had quite a few wr 250's and CR 250's and the hit on the Cr to me is a bit more, but still controlable. It is a little easier to stall, but does seem to rev quicker. On my 150 CR, hit ALOT harder then a WR and I had to go to a flywheel weight to help. Bike without flywheel weight would stall if you even thought about touching the brake pedal. A 300 is a mighty beast and even a WR (at least the stock one I rode) hit pretty hard!

 

[rappster]

what year CR is everyone talking about, or are you just saying to install a CR ignition in a WR?

 

[motohio]

Just sold my 09 TC 450 and now have a 2010 WR 300. I have been doing the GNCC series and it has been a blast. 2 weeks ago I did moto on the WR and I was impressed on how it did. Stock bike and it still felt pretty good out there. It doesnt have the grunt the 450 has to rip over big doubles right out of the corner, but just hit clutch lever and it will do it, just a little more effort!