{"id":16059,"date":"2021-07-15T14:42:56","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T12:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/?p=16059"},"modified":"2023-03-26T15:13:42","modified_gmt":"2023-03-26T13:13:42","slug":"4-stroke-trail-dirt-bikes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/4-stroke-trail-dirt-bikes\/","title":{"rendered":"Best 4 Stroke Trail Dirt Bikes (Race vs. Fun)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are many types of 4 stroke dirt bikes on the market today, but this blog post will be focusing on the best trail bikes. Best for what? Best for all sorts of riding! We&#8217;ll talk about how to pick a bike that suits your needs and then we&#8217;ll review some of the top 4 stroke trail dirt bikes. You&#8217;ll learn which bikes are best for different types of riding. We will be reviewing some great bikes from top brands like KTM, Yamaha, Honda, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Give yourself some time to look over these bikes before you make a purchase &#8211; they&#8217;re worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before jumping into the best 4 strokes for trail riding, you need to narrow down your options. The best way to do this is to ask yourself a few simple questions.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_f0e738-7a:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_f0e738-7a ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_f0e738-7a ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_f0e738-7a ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items_f0e738-7a kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_d2996f-05 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0) !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_d2996f-05 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_question kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 384 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M202.021 0C122.202 0 70.503 32.703 29.914 91.026c-7.363 10.58-5.093 25.086 5.178 32.874l43.138 32.709c10.373 7.865 25.132 6.026 33.253-4.148 25.049-31.381 43.63-49.449 82.757-49.449 30.764 0 68.816 19.799 68.816 49.631 0 22.552-18.617 34.134-48.993 51.164-35.423 19.86-82.299 44.576-82.299 106.405V320c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h72.471c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-5.773c0-42.86 125.268-44.645 125.268-160.627C377.504 66.256 286.902 0 202.021 0zM192 373.459c-38.196 0-69.271 31.075-69.271 69.271 0 38.195 31.075 69.27 69.271 69.27s69.271-31.075 69.271-69.271-31.075-69.27-69.271-69.27z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">What type of riding will you be doing (racing or leisure)?<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_f1ef63-e4 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0) !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_f1ef63-e4 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_question kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 384 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M202.021 0C122.202 0 70.503 32.703 29.914 91.026c-7.363 10.58-5.093 25.086 5.178 32.874l43.138 32.709c10.373 7.865 25.132 6.026 33.253-4.148 25.049-31.381 43.63-49.449 82.757-49.449 30.764 0 68.816 19.799 68.816 49.631 0 22.552-18.617 34.134-48.993 51.164-35.423 19.86-82.299 44.576-82.299 106.405V320c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h72.471c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-5.773c0-42.86 125.268-44.645 125.268-160.627C377.504 66.256 286.902 0 202.021 0zM192 373.459c-38.196 0-69.271 31.075-69.271 69.271 0 38.195 31.075 69.27 69.271 69.27s69.271-31.075 69.271-69.271-31.075-69.27-69.271-69.27z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Are you a light or heavy rider?<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_738ca5-c4 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0) !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_738ca5-c4 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_question kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 384 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M202.021 0C122.202 0 70.503 32.703 29.914 91.026c-7.363 10.58-5.093 25.086 5.178 32.874l43.138 32.709c10.373 7.865 25.132 6.026 33.253-4.148 25.049-31.381 43.63-49.449 82.757-49.449 30.764 0 68.816 19.799 68.816 49.631 0 22.552-18.617 34.134-48.993 51.164-35.423 19.86-82.299 44.576-82.299 106.405V320c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h72.471c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-5.773c0-42.86 125.268-44.645 125.268-160.627C377.504 66.256 286.902 0 202.021 0zM192 373.459c-38.196 0-69.271 31.075-69.271 69.271 0 38.195 31.075 69.27 69.271 69.27s69.271-31.075 69.271-69.271-31.075-69.27-69.271-69.27z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Are you a beginner or skilled rider?<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Different Types Of Dirt Bike Trail Riding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right type of 4 stoke for trail riding will depend on the type of terrain you plan to ride. Pro riders can ride just about any bike in just about any type of terrain. But, for riders like you and me, the terrain will play a big factor in our decision. Apart from terrain, the right choice also depends on your &#8220;why&#8221;. Why do you want the dirt bike in the first place?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 4 Stroke Dirt Bikes For Casual Trail Riding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to buy a 4 stroke for leisurely riding and you&#8217;re not too considered with top speeds or corner handling there are other options better suited to your needs. These lower performance models will also save you a ton of cash compared to their racing rivals. Your best options would be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Honda CRF250F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kawasaki KLX230R<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamaha TTR230<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"2021 Honda crf250f\" class=\"wp-image-16062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2021-Honda-crf250f-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">2021 Honda CRF 250F from <a href=\"https:\/\/powersports.honda.com\/motorcycle\/trail\/crf250f\/gallery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"8863\">Honda Powersports<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 4 Stroke Dirt Bikes For Trail Racing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some 4 strokes are better suited to fast open-throttle riding through grass fields and dirt roads. In this case, you would want to look at a high-performance enduro dirt bike. These come in a wide range of engine sizes, from 250 all the way to 500. Your best options are going to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Honda CRF250RX<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamaha YZ250FX<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KTM 250 XC-F<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want even more power, consider the Yamaha WR450F and the KTM 500 EXC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"2022 Yamaha YZ250FX\" class=\"wp-image-16061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-Yamaha-yz250fx.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">2022 Yamaha YZ250FX from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yamahamotorsports.com\/cross-country\/models\/yz250fx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"8878\">Yamaha Motor Sports<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Motocross Bikes VS Trail Bikes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trail dirt bikes are different from motocross dirt bikes. A motocross dirt bike is designed specifically for racing on a track. They have high horsepower and the power to carry riders over jumps, which makes them great fun but perhaps not suitable as an all-purpose trail bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, trail bikes are more versatile because they can be ridden in many different types of terrain, but are not designed for hard enduro racing or motocross tracks. Check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/different-types-of-dirt-bikes-explained\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6742\">guide to the different types of dirt bikes<\/a>. You could even say that the best trail bikes make for the worst motocross bikes and vice versa. While motocross bikes are capable of riding trails too, they will most likely <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/reasons-your-dirt-bike-is-overheating\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6743\">suffer from overeating<\/a> which could result in engine seizure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Worst 4 Stroke Trail Bikes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A few examples of bad 4 stroke dirt bikes for trail riding include:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_9682f0-b2:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_9682f0-b2 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_9682f0-b2 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items_9682f0-b2 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:10px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items_9682f0-b2 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_7c136f-e4 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_7c136f-e4 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Yamaha YZ250F<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_c4bbb4-71 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_c4bbb4-71 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Kawasaki KX450F<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_286fb3-72 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_286fb3-72 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">KTM 250SXF<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_ec7be3-f8 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_ec7be3-f8 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">KTM 350 SX-F<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_ae850b-c1 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_ae850b-c1 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Suzuki RMZ250<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_0078e5-f5 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_0078e5-f5 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Honda CRF250R<\/span><\/li>\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-_84a410-2b .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#ff0000 !important;}<\/style><li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-_84a410-2b kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fe_xSquare kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"  fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Husqvarna FC450<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">250cc vs 450cc 4 Stroke For Trail Riding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While a 250cc four-stroke is better the better option for riding in slower, tighter trails, with the right level of riding skill, the 450cc can get the job done just as well. A 250cc four-stroke dirt bike is lighter than the 450cc making it easier to handle in technical terrain. A 450cc four-stroke dirt bike will be better suited to faster riding in open, less technical trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For most riders, a 250cc will have more than enough power to tackle any trail. For the heavier guys out there, it might be worth testing your buddy&#8217;s 450 to see which one you feel more comfortable on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 250cc 4 Stroke Trail Bike<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Putting your finger on one single 250cc 4 stroke dirt bike that is best at everything is really difficult. There are many great options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many different 250 models that are designed for trail riding. Honda has the CRF250F for beginner trail riders. Check out my guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/best-budget-friendly-dirt-bikes-for-adult-beginners\/\" data-lasso-id=\"7437\">dirt bikes for beginner adults<\/a>. the CRF250X for intermediate and experienced trail riders, and the CRF250RX for enduro riders that want a race bike that can still handle technical terrain in the woods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My recommended 250cc 4 stroke dirt bikes for trail riding are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Honda CRF250F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honda CRF250X<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamaha WR250F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ktm.com\/en-be\/models\/enduro\/4-stroke\/ktm-250-exc-f-2023.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"8870\">KTM 250 EXC-F<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"918\" height=\"629\" src=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-KTM-250ecf.png\" alt=\"2022 KTM 250 EXC-F Six Days\" class=\"wp-image-16063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-KTM-250ecf.png 918w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-KTM-250ecf-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2022-KTM-250ecf-768x526.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 918px) 100vw, 918px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">2022 KTM 250 EXC-F Six Days Image from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ktm.com\/en-ae.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"8890\">KTM<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 4 Stroke Trail Bike For Beginner Riders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I started riding dirt bikes on a Honda XR100. By the time I grew out of this bike my next decision was between the Honda CRF230F and the Kawasaki KDX200. Ultimately my father and I both ended up on the 2 stroke Kawasaki. This choice came down to the type of riding we were doing. Although the CRF230F would have handled our riding just fine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Honda CRF230F was discontinued in 2019 and replaced by the new CRF250F which I recommend as the best 4 stroke dirt bike for beginner trail riders.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Honda CRF250F<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/powersports.honda.com\/motorcycle\/trail\/crf250f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"8862\">Honda CRF250F<\/a> has a ton of features that make it an incredible bike for beginner and experienced riders alike. My two favorite features of the new model have got to be the electric start and the fuel injection system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4 Strokes are notorious for being harder to kickstart than a 2 stroke. If you&#8217;ve ever found yourself stalling on a rocky climb, you&#8217;ll know what a blessing an electric starter is. My KDX200 never had an electric start and this often destroyed my ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of the bikes developed today have moved away from a carburetor to a fuel injection system. This has many advantages. One of them being the ability to dynamically adjust your air-fuel ratio to help <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/how-to-start-a-dirt-bike-in-cold-weather\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6746\">start your bike in cold weather<\/a> and help prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/dirt-bike-running-rich-or-lean\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6747\">running too rich or lean<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This bike is perfect for beginners as it has a relatively low seat height of 34.8&#8243;<\/strong> compared to standard 4 strokes like the Kawasaki KLX230R which has a seat height of 36.2\u2033. The <strong>shorter wheelbase makes it extremely agile<\/strong>. The predecessor &#8211; the 230F was <strong>notorious for being reliable<\/strong> and the 250F is no different. <strong>Replacements parts are widely available and often cost less than direct rivals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find the back to feel a bit small, there are tons of mods and bike settings you can adjust. Follow my guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/dirt-bike-setup-mods-for-tall-riders\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6748\">dirt bike setup and mods for tall riders<\/a> to get the perfect setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRCksp6twF-\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRCksp6twF-\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRCksp6twF-\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6749\">A post shared by CRF 250F \ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddf7 (@crf250fbrasil)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Model&nbsp;<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Honda CRF250F<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>ENGINE<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Type<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">250cc air-cooled 15\u00ba single-cylinder four-stroke<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Valve Train<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">SOHC; 4 valves<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Bore x Stroke<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">71.0mm x 63.0mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Compression Ratio<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">9.6:1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Induction<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fuel-injection system; 34mm throttle bore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Ignition<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Full transistorized&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Starter<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Push-button electric starter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Transmission<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Constant-mesh 5-speed return; manual<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Clutch<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Multiplate wet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Final Drive<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">#520 chain; 13T\/50T&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>SUSPENSION<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Front<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">41mm conventional telescopic coil-spring fork; 8.5 in. travel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rear<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Pro-Link system w\/ single shock; 9.1 in. travel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>BRAKES<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Front<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Hydraulic; single 240mm disc<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rear<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Hydraulic; single 220mm disc<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">TIRES<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Front<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">80\/100-21 w\/ tube<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rear<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">100\/100-18 w\/ tube<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>MEASUREMENTS<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Rake (Caster Angle)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">26\u00b05\u2019&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Trail<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">102mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Length<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">83.0 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Width<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">31.4 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Height<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">46.7 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Ground Clearance&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">11.3 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Seat Height<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">34.8 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Wheelbase<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">55.9 in.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fuel Capacity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1.6 gal.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Color<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Red<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Curb Weight*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">265 lbs.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Used 4 Stroke Dirt Bikes For Trail Riding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone out there can afford to buy a brand new dirt bike. I don&#8217;t think I&#8217;ve ever bought a brand new dirt bike. If you&#8217;re planning to <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/tips-on-buying-a-used-motorcycle\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6750\">buy a used bike<\/a>, you need to know what to look for. Firstly, if you&#8217;re buying used, buy a reliable bike from a reliable source. It&#8217;s worth looking into the cost of maintenance for different models and the cost of replacement parts. Some of the best 4 used stroke dirt bikes for beginners include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Honda XR100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamaha TTR125L\/E<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honda CRF230F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Honda XR250<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kawasaki KLX300R<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRPkL63hywf\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRPkL63hywf\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\"> View this post on Instagram<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRPkL63hywf\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6751\">A post shared by K-Bikes, Kawa, KTM &amp; Husqvarna (@kbikes_sas)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most Reliable 4 Stroke Trail Bikes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While reliability is part dependant on the manufacturer, it also depends on the rider and how well maintained the bike is. if you&#8217;re looking for reliability, lower performance 4 strokes will be your best bet. The fewer moving parts, the less maintenance and the less chance of anything going wrong. Engine reliability also comes down to a <a href=\"https:\/\/firstcheckpoint.com\/how-to-break-in-a-dirt-bike-engine\/\" data-lasso-id=\"6752\">proper dirt bike engine break-in procedure<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most reliable 4 strokes are usually air-cooled, not liquid-cooled. Beginner 4 strokes also check off my list of reliability and durability. You won&#8217;t go wrong with the Honda CRF250F, Kawasaki KLX230R, or the Yamaha TTR230. Just make sure you run through your standard maintenance checklist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRSiAxEMNXL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRSiAxEMNXL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRSiAxEMNXL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6753\">A post shared by Andrey Lima (@andreylima075)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 4 Stroke For Thick Sand &amp; Desert Trails<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trail bikes designed for thick sand and desert riding often have larger performance engines. Thick sand and desert riding put more strain on the motor and so you would need more torque and horsepower to avoid regular shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look at some of the big cross country races like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redbull.com\/int-en\/baja-1000-interesting-facts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"6754\">Baja 1000<\/a>, you&#8217;ll find that riders usually race on 450cc 4 strokes or even larger engine capacities. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CRVOQ5FhyWZ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6755\">A post shared by UPSHIFT\u2122 (@upshift_online)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>I used to ride with a guy who rode the big KTM 500EXC-F for all our enduro riding. I never knew how he was able to take on the same technical passes that I struggled to learn on my little KDX200. It just goes to show that engine size and stroke are not the only factors to consider. Rider skill is always going to be the primary factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best 4 Stroke For Fast Woods &amp; Single Track<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look at what pro racers ride in the <a href=\"https:\/\/gnccracing.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-lasso-id=\"6756\">GNCC Racing Championship<\/a> you will find all the top racers use mean weapons in the 4 stroke range. The smallest you&#8217;re going to see being ridden by the pros in the top division is a 350cc four-stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To throw down serious power while still being light and nimble, you want to look for a lightweight bike with a short wheelbase. While the smaller CRF230F and KLX230R are fantastic single-track trail riding dirt bikes, they do not offer the same power and performance you would find if you&#8217;re looking to get involved in single-track racing. They are also lacking in suspension and gear ratios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best 4 stroke bikes for fast single track riding would be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>KTM 350 XC-F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beta 430 RR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Husqvarna FC 450<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kawasaki KLX 300R<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yamaha YZ450FX<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gncc.iscdn.net\/2016\/02\/24759_strang-sumter-race-001-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Josh Strang on the Husky FC 450 competing in <a href=\"https:\/\/gnccracing.com\/2016\/02\/09\/rockstar-energy-husqvarna-factory-racings-strang-and-delong-complete-round-1-of-national-enduro-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"6757\">GNCC Racing<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Last Checkpoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, the decision on which 4 stroke dirt bike depends on a number of factors. I suggest taking some time to consider exactly what you want to use the bike for. If you&#8217;re a beginner, stick to the entry-level 4 strokes. They&#8217;re reliable and hold their value really well. That means that when you have enough experience and want to move to a higher performance 4 stroke, you can sell it and recoup a large portion of the initial cost. Keep in mind that the racing 4 strokes are going to be less reliable and more costly to maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re riding in thick sand, you should consider a 4 stroke with a larger engine size. The same can be said if you intend to do any racing. Although if you plan to be doing casual enduro riding, you don&#8217;t need a full race-spec bike, but you may need something a little better than your beginner 4 stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions or suggestions, please drop a comment below and I&#8217;ll be happy to help wherever I can.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the right 4 stroke dirt bike for trail riding can be more complicated than it seems. This guide will ask you the questions you should be asking yourself. 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