sherpa Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 I am seriously considering a 2009 3.2. I've had a new 2.9 almost every year since 1999 and each year I have been impressed more and more with the changes. My only fear each time I sell my old bike is that the next one might not measure up to the last. You can only imagine what im thinking now changing to a four stroke. Have any of you out there gone through this already? And how did it work out for you? What are the major diferences you have experienced, positive and negative points? I would appreciate any comments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hop blip and a jump Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 It will take a while to fully adapt to a 4 stroker!! but they are sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 I just went from a '08 2.9 to a '09 3.2. I prefer the 3.2. While it has plenty of power I find it easier to ride and it hooks up much better. Weight also isn't much of an issue with the 3.2. For some it does take a while to adapt to a 4t, but for me it was easy. I have a harder time going back to a 2t. I would recommend to switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copemech Posted January 13, 2009 Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 I think if you are well adapted to a standard 2.9 and have no problems with the power, you would love a 3.2! They are great fun to ride! The engine braking takes some adjustment! As a crap rider, I do de-tune my 2.9's to suit! My current '07 is Butter smooth, and although the 4T is gentile and smooth off the bottom, they do get to be a handfull as the throttle opens up, and much more power than I need, so disgression is advised, probably NOT the best novice bike! A good advanced/expert rider will love it! And I say this as even though I would like one to play with, I have neither the time or money to transform this thing into a more rideable steed for ME! Seems the '05 4T was much gentler to begin with. And although there have been ideas spread between the clan to develop a more gentile (read 250-270cc) bike, I see no such thing happening in the near future. All said, they are Bad Ass, Cool, and Fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobtlr Posted January 13, 2009 Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 hey i have a 2007 (engine is not 100% stock) perfect bike for me (had an 4rt) light, powerfull, a lot of grip, good clutch smooth engine with a lot of top end power (not a beginners bike but a 2.9 isn't eather) it took me 3 weeks to ride it as good as my mont and than it only went better. regards bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micm Posted January 13, 2009 Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 I asked Graham Jarvis at the Sherco test day at Hook Woods recently which one he preferred the 290 or the 320. He was very non committal, sometimes one was better sometimes the other he thought. He said he rode the 290 in The Scott recently because it was a long day and it was the lighter bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne thais Posted January 14, 2009 Report Share Posted January 14, 2009 I also had a new 2.9 for several years in a row. I did not have a trials bike for a couple of years and decided it was time for another one, after reading s lot about the 3.2 I went for it and got an 08, it was a World Round minders bike and was in excellent condition. I was absolutely amazed, it was a true joy to ride, good strong linear power, excellent traction, as my youngest son said, it instills confidence in the rider because it will just go anyplace. It does not seem to care which gear it is in, it just pulls like a bloody tractor. I sold the 08 and have an 09 on order, it is currently on board a freighter heading this way, I hope to have it in 3 or 4 weeks. You do have to learn how to start a 4 stroke and you also must change the engine oil on a regular basis. I HIGHLY recommend the 4t. Wayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borus Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 the 4t is a blast to ride, loads of power, not sure it would improve an average riders performance, but will help an expert rider. i had all but decided to get one, but decided to give the 301 kit a try, don't know why sherco isn't producing the 301 cause it's great and quite different from the 290 (272). maybe sherco doesn't want it competing with the 320 sales? hmmm. can't go wrong with the 4t unless you need to tone the power down a bunch, if you do then stick with the flexible 2t. cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copemech Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 Any other time, and Wayne's would be sitting here next to the 2.9! Because sometimes you want to feel like a nut, and othertimes not! Just made another tuition payment on the daughter, gawd! I could have a friggin fleet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clav3 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 the 4t is a blast to ride, loads of power, not sure it would improve an average riders performance, but will help an expert rider. i had all but decided to get one, but decided to give the 301 kit a try, don't know why sherco isn't producing the 301 cause it's great and quite different from the 290 (272). maybe sherco doesn't want it competing with the 320 sales? hmmm. can't go wrong with the 4t unless you need to tone the power down a bunch, if you do then stick with the flexible 2t.cheers Just wondering about the 301 kit borus - how much and where to get one? The dealer here in Aus knows nothing about them from the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borus Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 Just wondering about the 301 kit borus - how much and where to get one?The dealer here in Aus knows nothing about them from the factory. they're good to work with but you have to work through the language barrier - it's not just a simple bolt onclick me cheers bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benbeta23 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 I really wouldn't bother with a 320, i've ridden one & a load of other people have who i know & they all hated it, all it does is just wheelspin & viberate like hell. go for a 290 instead, i would anyday over a 320 that's just my opinion, but it's up to you what you buy. Ben. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copemech Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 I really wouldn't bother with a 320, i've ridden one & a load of other people have who i know & they all hated it, all it does is just wheelspin & viberate like hell.go for a 290 instead, i would anyday over a 320 that's just my opinion, but it's up to you what you buy. Ben. Maybe you should instruct Caby on all this newly found info? Bou may need some tips on the big bore 4T as well! Adam will be OK for now, I think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borus Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 (edited) I really wouldn't bother with a 320, i've ridden one & a load of other people have who i know & they all hated it, all it does is just wheelspin & viberate like hell.go for a 290 instead, i would anyday over a 320 that's just my opinion, but it's up to you what you buy. Ben. both are excellent, just different, nice to have choice to suit your needs to me the 4t feels heavier, more power, more torque, less ability to adjust power (tame it), i probably will make the switch some day, i find the 301 a great stop gap as it brings more torque and controllable power, kinda fits in between the two. cheers Edited January 21, 2009 by borus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne thais Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 I really wouldn't bother with a 320, i've ridden one & a load of other people have who i know & they all hated it, all it does is just wheelspin & viberate like hell.go for a 290 instead, i would anyday over a 320 that's just my opinion, but it's up to you what you buy. Ben. I have owned many 2.9's and one 3.2 and have a new 3.2 on order. I completely disagree with the above comment. My 08 did not vibrate or have "wheelspin". everyone who rode it loved it! Wayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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