Nobody talks about yz250 like you, and me I’m subscribed

First time commenting on a KZfaq video. The level and quality of detail you get into is impressive. This is what hardcore riders want. Liked and subscribed.

40 y/o just picked up a 2015, haven’t been on the dirt forever. YZ is a blast

Just bought a 2020 yz250 thank you for this video!

Sweet bikes, I love the bonus snippet of the 1 2 5. There's just something about a tiny bore that punches like a hammer

Love the retro look! I love riding and racing my 01 cr250 but I want a New 2 stroke. Everyone wants me on the ktm train but The yamaha is what I am interested in.

Great video! Those points you mentioned aren’t things I’ve heard before, there are a lot of videos of people repeating the same stuff so this is cool.

The 96 restyle looks so fucking sick mate! Wicked bike!

Great amount of information in this video. Excellent job, thank you.

bro this vid smoke all the others. i love my yz250 got the bossen reeds and full pro circuit.

Great video fella!, thank you I have a 2001 yz250 two stroke with a bunch of parts of newer models I love it best bike ever

I got ktm now I want yam! Good info here thanks 👍🏼

Beautiful bike man!!!!🏁I’m 41 and still have my 1998 YZ125 I bought new. If your not a factory rider. All privateers should be racing 2-strokes!! We would take over.

Damn, such a good video!

Like the graphics 👍

KYB out of the box stomps on the WP stuff.

I have a 2019 yz250x its a great bike low maintenance and Japanese reliability !

Very few people can / could punish a bike like Ricky Carmichael so, yeah, a steel frame might stretch. For the rest of us, steel is great. My 2003 YZ250 has not stretched, and, yes, I did measure it.

Easily the best yz250 video I’ve ever seen. I miss my rm250 nothing beats the sound and feel. Ask yourself this: do fast riders look better on a 250 2 stroke? I think they do

You're so right on everything you said about the YZ, what to do & why.. Nailed it in those problems with the KTM's as well. Those aluminum shift drums are terrible.

New to 2-strokes. Like your commentary. I owned more than one DRZ-400E/S/SM. I currently have a 2022 YZ125X and a 2021 YZ250FX. Being a casual rider, it’s all about fun. After getting the 125X, the 250FX (as good as it is) feels like a stuffed pig. 2-strokes all the way from here on out, and I’m turning 42 shortly. Ya only live once. Enjoy it.

Thank you for the video. It inspired me to continue my ways

Love the video exactly what i wanted to hear

Good video. Safe riding my friend. I have an 06yz250

Awesome video mate!!! TOP STAFF!!! Could you do one for the yz 125 as well??

I appreciate all the info buddy good video

I love 2 stoke...

I had an RM400.......INCREDIBLE

Good looking retro YZ brother!

I primarily work on Japanese bikes in my shop. We used to work on KTMs but it got to the point that everyone that came in never got fixed because the part were high AF and aftermarket parts were not to be found. Just rather work on Japanese bikes. And not being able to find engine cases is crazy. Even from KTM!! That right there would make me not want a KTM. If my cases get damaged...depending on the model I may be SOL.

very informative video. thank you

Well explained 👏

Cleaning up the ports and casting goobers is a good thing to do. I am one of the few left who ports 2-stroke engines for a living, and all I would do to the later 2-strokes is a touch up here, a touch up there. One problem some engine builders have is thinking the manufacture got it wrong. In the old days, they often could be improved greatly, but even today there are little things you can do to get a power curve you like better for your riding. Changing a pipe will probably make more difference though, (and easier to switch back if you don't like it). You do a better vid than MXA man. Of course, they are not the mag they used to be, and can use a port job. :)

Good video, I have yz125 and 250. Love them both but the 125 is my favorite

If you are heavier, under 5'11" and need stiffer springs, this chassis is going to need some work. I just picked up the 2019 model, (same bike I think), and it is a lot taller than my last bike (97 KX250). I live in Michigan with mostly soft to intermediate terrain. The bike is un-ride-able for my 230lb 5'9" frame. After I get rid of the stock Dunlop MX52 tires and replace them with Dunlop MX33's, here is what i am doing for the rest of the bike to make the thing enjoyable to ride, (and much safer). Lowering the bike and making it handle better is the goal. 1) Bought the Pro Circuit rear suspension linkage pull rod. It is suppose to get the front end from wagging out of corners so much, and should lower the back fender about 5mm. 2) Stiffer springs for my weight. This will take the "free sag", (just the bike weight, no rider), from 15mm to about 35mm, for a 20mm lower fender. 3) "PR2 racing", out of Pennsylvania, sold me the springs fast, and will modify my sub frame to be adjustable. I expect anopther 5mm lower fender, approx. 4) Lower the seat one inch. 4 week wait for a complete lower seat, and it may not fit well. I found "JB Sport Trim" in Gowen Michigan. She will cut the foam of the stock seat and use the stock cover, (or what ever cover you want her to use). I am making a template for her, but I hear from a very good source that Nicole Guild, (owner) is amazing. That will lower my bike by about 2" at the seat. If I need more PR2 also lowers suspension. There is no reason to ride on top of a sky scrapper.

Nice shroud graphics!! They remind me of the 1996 graphics for the 125 & 250.

I only ride Yamaha dirt bikes and love them.

I rode on 2019 yz250, and I have to say man. It was aaaalot better than I thought. It was so good I want one and is not wathcing this video. That being said. I have never had aaany problems with my 2019 sxf 350. It runs extremly well. I change oil every 5h, its always been in extremely good condition, almost nothing on the magnet or in the oil screen. Some run these engines to 200h without changing even anything. And when they do, everything is in good condition. My previus 2017 yz250f I changed the piston at 100h and the crank when right away. Full rebuild. The oil was always very dark, stuff on the magnet jada jada. Not saying yamma isnt good but the KTM I have to say seems to last very good. I ordered a bunch of random screws and stuff on KTM shop. No problems getting "regular" stuff.

Oh yessss 🔥🔥🔥

good video man killed that shi told me what i neeed to kno and more

2021 with v force reeds, lectron carb, skid plate, full fmf exhaust, thing is amazing and the best bike I have ridden. I personally like it better then any of the new ktm 250s and 300s, after the upgrades ofcourse, oh and still cheaper

Nice well done

Thanks for the review. Some good info here about head work. I'm diggin those graphics Where did you get those?

Yz is better than ktm all day. It's like garage built cars/street cars compared to a supercars. Some people just pay money for what already has some stuff done to it performance wise. Usually buy a cargo van, ktm coffee mug, pull over and spike their hair in the front as well. 😂 yz for the win

Really appreicate the quality content/commentary. I've been riding since 1969, was 4 stroke, 50s, 70s, 100s until 74 elsinore 125, then some 250s, in the early 2000's started riding Yamaha and aside from some street bikes and supermotos have always been WR, YZ. 426, 250f, until I figured out I could buy a fresh used yz 250 for the cost of rebuilding a blown up 250f, now since 2007 it's been YZ250s, 98% track riding 2% desert/trail. To your point I've run the Old Timer series here in the Reno Area and have been accused of running a big bore when it's just a stock motor with VForce and shorty silencer. I grew up on the East coast Southwick was a local track and the YZ really works well in the sand. The blue groove, clay conditions are the only place I would prefer a four stroke. 3 years ago I've commited to off road and found a 05 YZ250, It's been extremely humbling to learn how to ride off road/slow and technical but it works well cuz I just don't heal as quickly these days, so it's a good fit. The YZ has been transformed to an awesome offroad weapon with these additions> EG 300 jug, smart carb (we live at 6200' and ride anywhere from sea level to 10k) WR trans, 18'' rear, sss fork, resprung for my weight soft, enduro Engineering radiator guards and braces, running stock chamber and muffler with Fisch moto sparky insert, gripper seat (although I try to stand everywhere) Tusk hybird gummy rear, Golden Tyre front, Fat bars, Hinson clutch, ASV clutch lever, Cycra hand guards. Yeah I have to kick it but not a game changer. The majority of my ride partners are half my age and usually on Husky or KTM, but this set up works amazing, they don't wait for the YZ and my phone rings for the next ride... In short, I agree with you, the 2 strokes are cost effecitve, fun to ride, and agurably make a better rider! Love the channel keep it up!

Beautiful build. Took me back instantly. Have you tried ktm Australia for your cases?

👍 Bring back the 2 strokes Grüße aus Deutschland

KTM seems to have some "service" problems I see. I have a friend who picked up a new 4-stroke KTM and blew out the crank in 3 months. KTM helped a bit I understand, but it still cost some bucks of his to fix it. Getting the Yamaha this week.

Dude I love the throwback graphics, I want a set. Where did you get them?

I've been tossing around the idea do I want a 450 or a 250 2 stroke, do I want a KTM or Yamaha do I want 300 2 T or 450 4T and I keep coming back to Yamahas 250 2T and you just reconfirmed why KTM is not such a good choice because i had a friend had a street KTM 790 Duke and he could not get parts on a 2 year old bike, KTM are built to the balls so when something goes wrong and it will and you need parts your fu*ked KTM don't give a damn about keeping parts stocked up on any of there bikes , so thanks for reconfirming my choice to get back to a 2 stroke motor and yes damn you Suzuki bring back the RM 250 2 stroke , I wish I would have never sold mine it was my first bike, lots of really good information on this review so thanks for all that ! Peace and happy safe riding !

I have a 2021 YZ250X, best bike in the world bar none. YZ 2 stroke FTW. Honda CR 2 strokes are a very close 2nd

Im yz fan no matter what

I’m a a Yamaha guy but KTM’s quality is good better then most brands I’ve used except yamaha had 4 KTM’s now 2 2014 250sx 2020 350sxf and a 2010 150sx and not a single one with issues changed piston in 150 and that’s it no broken cases etc only issue I had is with bearings for some reason they don’t like to last long on my 250sx model but I barley rode it but there are a lot more benefits with a ktm or husky then buying a Yamaha brand new they might be more expensive but they also include a hydraulic clutch, can a just power to your liking, better cooling, no vibration, air forks, brakes, the air box design. But buying older models like 06+ then YZ250 all the way until you spend the same amount to restore it I would just buy a 2017+ ktm

Your voice has not changed much over 11years

4:05 is exactly the reason I went with a YZ over the SX or TC.

I have a 2021 yz250x with FMF gnarly pipe. I will NEVER own a 4 stroke again.

250s are a beast

You sound young and honestly you have a lot to learn

Congrats, amazing channel you've got. Can you give me your opinion. I casually raced 80s and 125s 20 years ago, got injured, and stopped riding. But.. I'm going to get a bike again and it will be blue. I want a YZ250, I'm just thinking it might be too powerful. I want a broader powerband than the CR125 I had all those years ago. How stupid would i be to start back on a bike, with a 250 smoker?

Retro Graphics on a YZ250

I have a 06 yz250 with a lowering link (1.5 drop) i noticed the rear was a bit softer luckily it has a stiffer spring, will the bike still ride well if I lower the forks as well? Please and thank you.

I’m trying to get a two stroke for trail rideing how much would i get before a rebuild?

It isnt better than an KTM or fourstroke it is quiet different. Thumbs up for your retro style graphic, it is so nice :)

Its not a maybe, it is definitely is better.

I'm +65 vet novice 154lbs. So go to a 5.3 rear spring, 47 kg.front spring. 2010 cyl.head and a wise co piston. For my 2014 yz250. With 35 hours on bike since new. What ya think?

Bro. Do you have extra pipe? I will buy if you have, i need one..

You were talking about mixing race gas what about your oil gas ratio? Just curious what you run?

What kind if frame guards?

Not being able to get a case, (or set of cases), for a 2 year old KTM is terrible, (along with parts back order wait lists). Look at all the resources they have to spend on things like fuel injection. Could it be that the government EPA with their ever increasing emission regulation is forcing KTM to spend so much money appeasing the EPA, that they can't afford to do good business? You can bet the farm on it. Ayn Rand was correct.

When your refer to top and bottom does that apply to low to high gears or power with in a gear ⚙️?

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I need your advice. Were I live my dealer doesn’t carry the YZ250X model. I want to do single track trail riding and some hard enduro. Is is a good idea to buy a YZ250 and do the mods to convert it into a YZ250X model? I would really appreciate your feedback!

Hey I have a cr125 from 2007. I need a new motocross bike bike soon I’m out growing my 125. I am looking for a yz250, is it a good bike for me? I race tracks.

My wife likes the smell of the 2 stroke more then the 4 stroke. Do you think a 927 2t cologne would get me more action in the sack? Im really good at straping down my bikes in the truck bed so i thought about bringing the bike tie down straps to the bedroom bed but im worried that could get me in trouble plus its fun time when you unstrap your bike however im not sure of the outcome of unstraping my wife. Both the bike and wife are loud, dangerous and some times protest thats for sure but i tend to watch more videos of me riding my bike and i never watch videos of me riding my wife . am i doing something wrong here?

My Yz250 211 lbs 2003 husaberg Fx650e 244 lbs My friends 2019 Honda Crf450 247 lbs. Are bikes getting heavier or is it just me.

I’m just a woods rider and like em pretty much stock, would buying a 2010 head for my 2013 YZ250 help in my type of riding? I’m thinking the bump in compression would give me a tad more low end? I would just keep the 2010 head stock in my case which is still a bump in compression. This way I could still run premium pump gas as well??

It's beautiful bike this is my dream but we are not rich to buy the bike😔😔

I got 2010

You mention they modified the cylinder head in 2011. I looked the parts catalogue and wonder why there is no difference in part number from 2003-2019? Seems to be all the same 🤔

Where did you get the YZ old school plastics ?

They use chrome moly frames

Where did you get that decal kit made at??

IS this guy really speaking that KTM 2 stroke's are garbage? Or any KTM? KTM is top notch up to date with the most recent R&D. Cant knock a KTM my man.

Hey man

Anyone who has owned a decent 2 stroke knows they can be set up for trail or track riding, and are half the cost to maintain, AND weigh what a dirt bike is supposed to. Yamaha all the way!

KTMs are made for factory professional Racers that can afford it replacing everything for every race or every other race Yamaha is the way to go whether you're buying 2-stroke or 4-stroke KTMs are for f****** yuppies

They gave the guy I bought my 2017 tc 250 new 2018 cases when the idler gear area broke on Kickstarter. Looks like they fixed the problem. KTM's are that bad, really? Sounds like some fanboyism.

A two stroke is always better a than a four stroke. The rider just might not be...

I have some questions

Dealers can't get new ones today either and even riding gear is getting scarce. I found a slightly used one, (2019), and am picking it up this week. I am 56 and have not ridden for 17 years. Because our government direction is going to communism, (to destroy Trump and us), I decided I am going to enjoy my life as well as I can, while I can. Piss on em!!!!

Yamaha was and always will be better than KTM.

Do you think a 13 year olds could ride this?

Hahaha

Got cases nps iv got 2017,from ktm had weight 9 days thats in 2024,must be america dunno!im in Dundee ,Scotland.