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Cycle News 2025 Issue 20 May 20

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for aggressive riding, can es- sentially be tuned to anyone's preference, but right out of the box, the X-Pros we rode were dialed in perfectly for my 170 pounds when riding at a mellow to moderate trail pace. The 300 excels in slow, techni - cal environments filled with rocks, roots, and potholes, and when lifting might be in order. It offers good balance and ac - tion but isn't exactly designed for big jumps, large whoops, or high-speed riding. The same can be said for the 390. P102 RIDE REVIEW I 2025 BETA RR X-PRO 300 TWO-STROKE & 390 FOUR-STROKE All the X-Pro models are tailored more for the "average" weekend trail rider and occasional racers. The X-Pro 390 is a very good "in- between" all-around off-roader. (Above) The 300's counterbalanced engine is smooth, and fueling from its Keihin PWK 36mm carburetor is excellent. (Above right) Both bikes feature diaphragm clutches that have excellent feel. Their Nissin disc brakes are very capable and have excel- lent feel. As similar and good as both these bikes are, they are two very different animals on the trail. The 300 is more hyperac- tive than the 390. The 300 is very sensitive to bumps, reacts instantly to rider feedback, feels light, and keeps you on

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