Speed Metal Army Posted May 21, 2020 Report Share Posted May 21, 2020 Not to flog a dead horse here but..... I ride a 280 GG, just wondering which '18 TRS RR would be comparable? I like the snap the 280 has, fast throttle fitted. No deficiencies in the motor for me. Will I be underwhelmed by the 250? The 300 seemed really smooth, but I have yet to ride the 250. Anyone who has ridden both, I would like a quick review if possible Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCH Posted May 21, 2020 Report Share Posted May 21, 2020 I can't help you on the other two but I have a '17 280 RR and it has smooth power that is OK for me (18 months riding trials). I bought it as a friend had a 250 One which he bought as the 300 was "too much" for him, so he sold it. From what I have read about it the 300 is a bit overkill for most people. I wanted a 250 but couldn't find one, but I have not found the 280 to be any bother. I speak to a lot of people who are quite surprised I have not fitted a slow throttle and all sorts of other performance removers. If you are happy with the 300 I think you have probably answered your own question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergioNMD Posted May 21, 2020 Report Share Posted May 21, 2020 300 R with black slow throttle for me, just perfect. Smooth at the bottom but plenty of power as I'm kind of on the heavy side (90 kg)... Never tried a TRS 250 though, they're kind of rare here in Italy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldilocks Posted May 21, 2020 Report Share Posted May 21, 2020 I used to ride a 280 GG, had them for years. I'd fit a 1mm base gasket and a flywheel weight. It still had more go than the 250 and the increased torque suited me. I'm on my second 280 TRS, I have messed around with the needle as they are a little weak out of the box but that's it. No flywheel weight no additional gaskets and I run standard fast throttle as I did on the Gas Gas. Both are great bikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwb5151 Posted May 21, 2020 Report Share Posted May 21, 2020 I had a 2018 TRS 300RR was an utter nightmare, it isn't very snappy more grunty, 280 would probably be better for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speed Metal Army Posted May 22, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 2 hours ago, dwb5151 said: I had a 2018 TRS 300RR was an utter nightmare, it isn't very snappy more grunty, 280 would probably be better for you Is the 250 any snappier than the 300? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lineaway Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 The first TRS I ever rode was a 250. It seemed quicker with plenty of power. I just bought a 300 Tuesday. Not that I needed a 300, but it already lived in my enclosed trailer. Thanks for the deal, Son. If I was buying new it would have been the 250. The 300`s seem just a tad slower and the added mass just feels bulky. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 I really rate my 280 ,more like a powerful 250 than a lesser powered 300.Theres quite a difference between the 250 and the 300,you really need to test ride to decide Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwb5151 Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 9 hours ago, Speed Metal Army said: Is the 250 any snappier than the 300? I didnt find the 250 snappy, havent rode a 280 but was told they are snappier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianrch Posted May 24, 2020 Report Share Posted May 24, 2020 I now have a 2020 TRS 250 and I would have to agree with lineaway. I ride mid-level, cant hop or do anything cool but find the power to be perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_orange Posted May 24, 2020 Report Share Posted May 24, 2020 6 hours ago, brianrch said: I now have a 2020 TRS 250 and I would have to agree with lineaway. I ride mid-level, cant hop or do anything cool but find the power to be perfect. I've a 19 250 RR with a slow throttle and ride about clubman level. I'm also 105kg and the 250 has more than enough power for me. In fact, I tried the fast throttle yesterday and it really woke it up. Perfect for big steps and stuff but I went back to the slow for the tighter/slippery stuff. I've had a quick go on an older 280 and could immediately tell that the bike felt heavier to ride and much more grunty. For clubman level, I honestly can't see anyone needing more than a 250. Most people say the 300 is far too much unless you are seriously good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speed Metal Army Posted May 25, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2020 Well, I bought a nice clean 250... Felt good on the short test run :) Maybe less jammy than the GG 280, but still nice and easy to make the front end levitate. Ive already requested pricing on the goodies to go up in displacement (Thinking 280) but we shall see! Maybe I will like it as is. No rides yet, but I will report back this week.? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speed Metal Army Posted May 31, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2020 So, update! Ive had a chance to take the 250 out. Like it so far, brakes are top notch. Front end is really light feeling, almost skating a bit but its probably my body position. Going to try some hardrocks instead of the curves, feel like it pitches me forward. Definitely going to bump it up to 280cc though.. The grunt isn't quite where I would like it. Possibly to 300? If anyone has experience with 280 vs 300 I would love to hear it! I know, that's another thread haha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted May 31, 2020 Report Share Posted May 31, 2020 300 has more grunt at low revs,280 is more revvy,like a powerful 250 with more bottom end power.300 is slightly more powerful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.