Differences between dirt bike brands?

Question

what are the pro's and cons of each type of dirt bikes? like what are the subtle differences that make people prefer each brand between Honda, KTM, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha? for example i hear with honda you have to replace the valves a lot? just wondering what the differences are...

Answer 1

Any of the Japanese bike will work fine for you. They all tend to sit high but you don't need both feet flat on the ground to be safe. One foot tiptoe and a little training and you'll do fine. There is no traffic nor stop signs in the dirt. Like who stops anyway.

Answer 2

The valves are only an issue on the crf250r. A lot of the subtle difference are just that. SUBTLE. But MotorcycleUSA has some great reviews on youtube. Also magazines and websites like TransworldMX and Dirt Rider have great reviews. Pick a color. (Stay Japanese)