A number of random comments which may, or may not, be usefull...bear in mind I have only got 50 hours on off road bikes, so not much of an expert.
I ride a 200exc (04) with guys on a 300 exc and 450 exc's, as soon as it gets tight (typical Karapoti) everyones saying "I wish I was riding the 200".
I have ridden a 300exc and apart from more torque didn't notice a lot of difference, can't say as I noticed the extra size and weight.
The 200 is designed for a 75kg rider, suits me fine.
The 200 is plenty powerfull enough for most rides, look at the GNCC results and there are 200 exc's up there.
Maybe look at what size / weight the 250 is designed for, that may be the deciding factor...are you a fat bastard?
Have fun choosing tho, wish I had some cash to spend!
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