°my 2 cents°
With around 40 years of riding experience I'd say I'm a fan of my CRF250L (2013MDL) it's the perfect stablemate to my 03 BMW R1150GS, both bikes are compromises to a degree but function very well. For me the both fill a niche, I'm not a MX Rider nor will ever be... the CRF however it reminds me of my 1977 Honda XL 250 as a fun reliable capable bike putting miles of smiles on my face! It's been a great learner bike for my son and well.
I find myself taking the little CRF more often for running errands, and it's just a great for a little too wheeled therapy as well. Don't get me wrong I love my R1150GS and I love it equally; they are however, just for slightly different. For a first bike and learner it great, for a fun just get on and rip around urban commuter/explorer/trailie bike it's awesome. I've ridden plenty of 650 thumpers: Kawasaki KLR, Suzuki DR650 SE, BMW F650GS (single) and they were a compromise as well... I prefer the CRF.
Do I wish the CRF had more power like that of a MX bike - yes.
Am I happy maintenance is in the thousands of KM's vs. hours - absolutely! It's just a fun, easy bike to ride and like, the initial cost is affordable, build quality and reliability are typical Honda, accessories are plentiful. And as for me, well I'm happy with mine and for now it's a keeper!

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