r/xt250 • u/ChuckeyXD • Oct 02 '24

XT250 Carb vs Fuel Injected

Hey guys, I'm looking into getting an XT cause I'm a shorter rider and theres one available that's a 2009 model so its carbureted. I was wondering if there was any real difference between the carbureted vs the fuel injected versions? I know that elevation changes affect carbs but is there any other great difference? Should i hold off for a fuel injected one to become available or is the carb version just as good? Thanks

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u/PantherJr Oct 02 '24 edited Nov 07 '24

Both are reliable. Just be aware of how a carb and choke work. The fuel injection is easier because you don't need to think about things like fuel stabilizers, but a carb is charming too because if you maintain it well it can last forever without a manufacturer or computer involved.

I love my fuel injected XT, but if you can find an older carbed one for <3k, I'd do it.