kenk
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I'm currently in the market for a 450cc Enduro style motorcycle (street legal with lights). I've ridden BMW motorcycles for over 300,000 miles and currently have three BMWs in the garage.
When the new G450X was introduced, I was highly encouraged. A 450cc motorcycle with the power and weight equal to the KTMs. My problem is the motor is made in Taiwan by Kymco. My previous experience with Kymco is cheap mopeds. They have no history of making quality motorcycles. Why should I buy a motorcycle with an untested motor made in Taiwan, when I can purchase a proven KTM with a motor made in Austria?
My BMW dealer has a G450X on the floor since last spring that they cannot sell. So, they are offering over $1000 off the base price --- about $7,000. Even with the discounted price, they can't sell it. I just can't get past the Taiwan motor. I will most likely purchase a KTM 450 EXC.
When the new G450X was introduced, I was highly encouraged. A 450cc motorcycle with the power and weight equal to the KTMs. My problem is the motor is made in Taiwan by Kymco. My previous experience with Kymco is cheap mopeds. They have no history of making quality motorcycles. Why should I buy a motorcycle with an untested motor made in Taiwan, when I can purchase a proven KTM with a motor made in Austria?
My BMW dealer has a G450X on the floor since last spring that they cannot sell. So, they are offering over $1000 off the base price --- about $7,000. Even with the discounted price, they can't sell it. I just can't get past the Taiwan motor. I will most likely purchase a KTM 450 EXC.
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