Well is it electric start? if it is thats one of its major needs.

 

i havent seen a 450R with electric start yet. i wish it had one though. i really believe its inevitable though. Honda put estart on their CRF-250R (well, they called it the CRF-250X and they did change alot of stuff between those bikes) but the point is i think it will eventually flow to the trx. it wont be for 2005, though.

 

Don't count on it.

 

Be nice If they came out with one..would really improve it.

 

Honda isn't known for changing their machines from year to year. the 400EX has been the same since the day it was released i beleive. i know there is a company that makes a clutch mod for the 450r that combats stalling, im gonna look into that.

 

Isn't the CRF 250X detuned to make it a less mean trail-bike? Also, I think the suspension is different.

 

Why is it a "major need"?
I don't have a problem with mine. Sure electric start is easier, but it's not needed. I can kick mine sitting down when it's warm. It is the easiest kick starting quad or bike that I have ever been on. I really don't see a problem with it. If the lack of an electric starter is stopping you from getting one, then you are making a huge mistake.

 

I hear a lot of people griping that they wouldn't own a quad without an electric start....I we really that lazy now adays???? and besides when your talking about the trx..........I would take it any day without an electric start.

 

I agree with red400exrod and quadracer18. Its just more weight and one more battery to replace.

 

I had to kick my KX-500, my YZ-465 my numerous CR-250's etc. No problem with my TRX. If you can't kick it, maybe you shouldn't ride it......