525exc

Hi everyone, I know this is a Husaberg forum and I fully expect most people to say Berg. My background....limited on two wheels. Most of my experience has been riding quads for over 20 years. Back in the day I had an '87 RM125 that I trIl rode. I wasnt a racer but I used to love riding...

Folks, Good evening. I've been lurking on here & TT researching into whether or not to buy a NOS 2012 FE390. I have had eight years of trail riding, rallys and H&H on board my 2004 525exc (12k miles and 460 hours). The 525 engine has never needed a repair... it has only ever had the valve...

Looking at a 05 KTM525EXC Approx 7,200 US 550 miles on it or Husaberg 05 FE650E Approx 7,500 US 1000miles on it. Which to buy???? Which bike is more reliable with less maintenance costs. Do either have any bad reputations?? KTM dealer 40 minute drive Husaberg dealer 80 minute driven...