Nice feedback, we’d love to send you some of our products to test
@brandonscott6971Күн бұрын
So I understand the stiff feeling in the frame. But I’m riding a 2022 TX 300 and you still feel rocks and chatter bumps when riding. It’s not like you don’t feel it at all on the older models. I think the stiffness would be better in corners.
@spaceboyrr5 күн бұрын
Been running that combo in SoCal terrain for the last year and a half. I've found it to be a good all around combo. I use a mousse in my setup but don't find it climbs out of rutts when I run less sag on the bike (104mm)
@elliotmartich2607 күн бұрын
Have you tried the VE33s rear? Would like to hear a comparison between the two, and how the softer compound compares.
@octanejimmy8 күн бұрын
YAAASSS another good review!!
@ckupczynski8 күн бұрын
Battle cross X31 fronts are a good front, worth a try once these IRC tires are done
@podpocalypse98178 күн бұрын
I think that one is definitely coming up. I ran it when I first got back into bikes, loved it. Would be great to compare it to the ones I've reviewed this last year.
@kinfolk3112 күн бұрын
Have you tried tuning the white and green maps with the Erm you can make either one richer or leaner or soft. Or the tsp tune. there could be others on there they come on the erm and I believe tsp wrote these maps I found it very enjoyable to switch between those depending on my trails I’m on. Also I believe I saw you in Santa Clara I was there that day the dog got hi that you helped.
@octanejimmy15 күн бұрын
Thanks for the update. My AT82 is still going well. The wear on yours is not making me feel good though. Thanks for the video.
@podpocalypse98179 күн бұрын
It's a killer tire for the first few hours. Definitely a performance option for gnarly race conditions.
@andrecontois851015 күн бұрын
Looking forward to the irc review!
@podpocalypse981721 күн бұрын
📝Video correction: I accidentally stated the rear was a 110/100-18 EVO. Apologies, it's a 120/80-18.
@mikeaust8025 күн бұрын
My Original at81 now shot time for a freshie this w/e Prefer this to the mx34 rear overall? I’m riding similar terrain but with dunes and hard pack / pea gravel thrown in Is the crown of the carcass thinner or thicker than the mx34? Shape of the m5b looks a flatter profile than the mx34 Am on the same steed Cheers in advance
@podpocalypse981721 күн бұрын
M5B carcass has a softer build than the MX34, it's very sensitive to air pressure for tubes, or Mousse squish. Sidewalls also feel squishy. I run heavy duty 4mm, had it at a higher pressure than I normally run (9 to 10 PSI); lower pressures had it a bit washy in turns. I personally like the performance of the AT82 and MX34 over the M5B, however the M5B crushed the Dunlops for durability. I think it's a pick your battle situation.
@mikeaust8016 күн бұрын
I ended up fitting another golden tire GT333 which i ran on my TE before I bought the TX. IRC’s only seem to be available online in Australia Nearly went the mx34 or starcross 6 med/hard but prefer a thinner crown of the tyre for the rocks. Also run 4mm bridgy tube in the back & mousse + GT216 front 110/100 gt333’s are tall and the profile steeper. Sharpened up the handling a little too much. Overall they work but next time maybe the 120
@mbrad596629 күн бұрын
What kind of range are you getting? Thanks
@podpocalypse981728 күн бұрын
Haven't ever ran it dry, but at ~25 miles I'm about half tank. I think 40-50 is about the max, especially with the flawed tank design.
@allen-lp1yuАй бұрын
Did the you blow out the bottom of your crank???
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
Haven't had any issues on this bike yet; I was referring to people with the 2023 models, where it was reported that was happening.
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
Soft terrain direction is now available in Part 2: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l5x5nZyBtrWven0.html I prefer the hard direction forward, with the paddle as the brake. I navigate steep hills made of clay, silt, and sand, and rocks. Being able to descend with precision control is highly desirable.
@allen-lp1yuАй бұрын
What gearing do you run on your tx 300?
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
I've been happy with the stock setup of 14/48
@portmod797Ай бұрын
I would argue that the TacoMoto fuel pickup is a less than optimal solution. The tanks IMS is molding to accept the previous generation fuel pump assembly is the best solution I've seen. HATE the stupid tank setup on my '24 TE 300. Otherwise, it's a fantastic bike.
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
Sorry about the audio towards the end. Normalizer decided to go rogue.
@raymondsiewert2720Ай бұрын
The only reason the AT 81 is chunking the knobs, is because production on them stopped a while back, because they were introducing the replacement for them. There is a date code on one side of the tire. It is pretty small, but it will have an X 0816 . The X followed by the month and year of production. I love the AT 81 for Southern California Desert. But l have gotten an old one, and it only lasted 6 hours with 14 knobs chunked off. Get tires made within the year, it really makes a difference ! The New AT 82 in no way as good as the tire it replaced. I have tried 12 different tires at least twice, to make sure, and the AT 81 gets the best overall traction everywhere, except sand washes when knob height wears down.
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
I appreciate the explanation, and the stock AT81 is indeed mid-2022 (purchased in Feb '24). However, I am now left with more questions about its build quality if it can't last 1 year in an air-conditioned building, and as to why they would choose that kind of rollout strategy.
@raymondsiewert2720Ай бұрын
@@podpocalypse9817 1 or even 2 years shouldn't affect overall performance. I know that 7 years really did. My tire was probably not stored in a climate controlled environment.
@octanejimmyАй бұрын
I have these tires on my EX350F, I like them especially how the front tire behaves. Thanks for your opinion.
@natefennАй бұрын
In about a year or so I hope to get a TSP head and the ERM for my 24 xcw, I can't wait to hear what you think when you start messing with it yourself!
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
Thanks, dawg - should be picking it up *very* soon, once South Bay Moto is back from vacation. So many people love it.
@c_wilderАй бұрын
Looking to pick this one up as my next bike. Thanks for the awesome review.
@Endeavor_666Ай бұрын
Hey man, good review. I have a very similar setup, but I have the TE300. Best feeling bike I’ve ever ridden by far. One thing of note, you might consider getting a skid plate with an integrated pipe guard. Motoes makes a great one, that’s what I have on my bike. Happy trails!
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
I should get a pipe skid before I finally put a dent in it 😂I've gotten very lucky at 50 hours. I'll check that one out. Their torque pipe looks pretty cool, too
@kevinmoto8745Ай бұрын
Great Review! I’m at about 19hrs on mine. First ride bent and cracked a radiator, right side. Replaced it and added bullet proof guards… bent the left one this weekend with the guards. I’d add… braces are better than the BP guards.
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
I had the BP brace + guard on my Sherco, those are indestructible. But so expensive 😓
@jamesking4225Ай бұрын
How is the vibration from the motor
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
Non-existent. KTMs have the best counter balancer from all the bikes I've been on.
@jamesking4225Ай бұрын
@@podpocalypse9817 thanks for the info
@jimmymurcia4336Ай бұрын
In my 2024 TBI the tube that connects the two radiators through the frame gets loose when you hit the radiator, for some reason the tube just fits and nothing secures ir…. There was abetter system in my 2020 tpi
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
That's weird. Is that without rad guards? This bike has been on its side a couple times but no radiator hose issues. My 22 poked a hole on the left side, which was a notorious issue from being too close to the engine case.
@PGF-TRAILSАй бұрын
Awesome video. I just started making videos all over warner valley. Haven't seen this area yet.
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
If you hit Lower Cove Wash parking and head directly south, that's the region. (East of the reserve fence is closed, West is open). Make sure to not go on the bicycle trails 😂
@PGF-TRAILSАй бұрын
@@podpocalypse9817 sweet. Thank you. I will check it out. I subscribed to your channel and will be watching all your videos. Thanks again👍
@proto7688Ай бұрын
Exciting video
@Cheeseburger_Moto316Ай бұрын
Why is the rear tire on backwards?? The v shape scoop should be facing the other way???😂
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
❓ These are bi-directional, see 00:16
@Cheeseburger_Moto316Ай бұрын
100% but you get all the grip going the other directions haha @podpocalypse9817
@podpocalypse9817Ай бұрын
@@Cheeseburger_Moto316 Aye - Part 2 will be soft-side forward. I intended to do soft side first but whatever I did mid-installation flopped it around (I think it was powdering the tube). It's become my curse for installing tires 🤡
@redball4093Ай бұрын
@@Cheeseburger_Moto316. braking grip and side grip is important also, Dunlop indicates flat forward is better for harder stuff.
@Cheeseburger_Moto316Ай бұрын
@redball4093 plenty good tires that offer all of that. Lol I just thought it was interesting he bought a scoop tire to run it for side grip and braking 😅
@naboo_za9373Ай бұрын
good content!
@octanejimmyАй бұрын
You made that stuff look easy. Love seeing trails in my backyard. Thanks for the video.
@mikeaust802 ай бұрын
What size rear you go for ? 130/80 very close to the original at81. Irc not very common here in australia . At82’s not out here yet either
@podpocalypse98172 ай бұрын
It was a skinny 110/100 - I don't think they had other sizes on sale at the time, which is the only reason I picked it. Definitely felt the skinny-wobble a bit. I think a 120/90 or 130 would feel better, especially with the softy knobs. 🛵
@ryanmancini6357Ай бұрын
I run the 1:30 it's an awesome tire the m5b EVO@@podpocalypse9817
@ryanmancini6357Ай бұрын
@@podpocalypse9817I just put a ve33s on my rim going to try that pretty soon it's another IRC tire supposed to be a pretty good one maybe you should try it out I love the tire videos
@mikeaust8025 күн бұрын
Your size 110/80? They only seem to come in 80 profile. 130/80 = similar to 110/100
@podpocalypse981721 күн бұрын
@@mikeaust80 Actually I realized the size I put in my video is a lie 😂. Awkward. It's a 120/80. Can't tell the difference between my 110/100 AT81 in terms of width though.
@scottvor2 ай бұрын
Great review, thanks. I'm trying a Talon next (from a 505 Cheater).
@podpocalypse98172 ай бұрын
I think you'll like it coming from that tire. It won't last as long as a 505, if that's a concern, but they're easy to change since they're gummy 🐐
@nosyjoe2 ай бұрын
M5B on the rear is always a solid choice!
@octanejimmy2 ай бұрын
Sir thats a goat trail.... Nice riding. Looks like some good old Southern Utah dirt.
@JoshuaCussins2 ай бұрын
I would like to try the new tbi but 2022 or newer bikes dont get ohv registrations here in CA. The 2019 TX300 with Lectron carb is amazing and i enjoy the electric start with kick start back up as standard from factory.
@adambatchelder41213 ай бұрын
Up hear in northern California I run a Kenda equilibrium for the super narly off grid trails as it offers amazing traction without leaving a lot of tracks . It's soft and wobbly at speed but you learn just deal with it . I do wish for something with a little tougher side wall that's more damage resistant.
@gidoe44413 ай бұрын
Boy is excited for his new motor sickle
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
@lannybackes10533 ай бұрын
Running the crossbite on my 450exc in northern Nevada and I hate it! Sketchy, unpredictable no matter what pressure I run it at. Ive settled on 12 psi but its just not confidence inspiring. Its getting replaced with a Bridgestone X31, based on many recommendations. Recently mounted Emex T45's on my sons XR100 and he was almost instantly a better and more confident rider. He's only 13 but i value his opinion, he's a pretty talented and aggressive rider and so far he loves the grip the T45's are giving him.
@jamesoso2593 ай бұрын
Can’t say I’ve ever felt a flywheel weight tame a bike down per say.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
It's a weird mod, I've never seen an add-on have more mixed reviews and feedback.
@robinhenley78343 ай бұрын
Can't say I've ever felt a flywheel weight (NOT) tame a bike down.
@dirtbike_viking3 ай бұрын
Cool man, im looking at upgrading to the TE 300 from my TBI converted 21 GasGas EC 300. Feels right when I first sat on it just like the Gasser did when I bought it.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
If you love slow technical terrain then the TE will be awesome. It does have a different power delivery, though. A bit tame compared to the previous generation; a lot of people re-gear them by adding a tooth or two to the rear sprocket.
@rezkidgamingyt47253 ай бұрын
I’m just coming off the mx33 and going to the 34 the 33’s are good tires in the stuff I ride in can’t wait to see how the 34 is
@mikebarger35633 ай бұрын
Unscrew your red idle adjust screw and apply some grease or anti seize to the threads. It should make it screw in easier and possibly go further to raise the idle. Also be sure your TPS value is set at .40v with both red and yellow knobs unscrewed all the way to where they don’t affect the reading.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
I'll be doing this as well as changing out the spring. Pretty sure the current spring maxes out on purpose - probably for some EU regulation bullcrap (similar to how TPIs had to hide it).
@actionhero12323 ай бұрын
I wouldn’t attribute the stalling to the flywheel wheel weight, the added inertia will keep the motor going so more weight will equal less stalling on roots, rocks and technical. Same with starting off. Most people can’t discern the added weight for acceleration. Motocross riders use it often but don’t tell anyone. Another product that works amazing for taming fire breathing bikes is the G2 throttle cam. It smooths out your riding and really helps during a long 3-4 hr race when fatigue sets in.
@madsoothsayer3 ай бұрын
What's your overall rating for this bike at Warner Valley/ Toquerville? I like a fast, powerful motor but is it too much for the rockier, technical sections?
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
Great question. For parts of Warner, especially the east side and Sand Hallow, it will be amazing. You're right that the bike can be a handful in slower technical sections. If you switch to the white map (the slow bro mode), it changes it quite a bit and becomes more manageable. The forks are better than the previous gen, but still stiff for hard edges.
@onthethrottle71043 ай бұрын
With the TX you might get the flame out feeling but not with the TE or XCW...those bikes grunt like crazy and never want to stall. The TX can be tuned in a super cool way, where the white map can be the exact (actually better) than stock TE and then your green map even better than the ripper the TX is now. TSP is the company I would go with or Jamie at Twisted is super good with the tunes as well. Excellent video with good info for sure!
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
Thanks! I definitely have the TSP upgrade on my radar.
@mikeaust803 ай бұрын
Hi bud just bought the same bike last week coming off a te250i. Your initial video had me 2nd guessing with the explosiveness of the engine. Fitted a grey throttle cam I had laying around (suggestion from a comment) and the power delivery is totally manageable. Was in some slower speed stuff today and I need a little bit more responsiveness so going to try the black. Noticed you have the oem fitted white which is the most responsive. Maybe lift the idle a little if you have a problem stalling these things lug so low. Really don’t feel a need to add more rotating weight.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
I had attempted to mess with the idle but either the dealer or factory had it maxed out already (suspicious). Tried both reducing and keeping it maxed but still stall occasionally going downhill with full clutch and brake tapping. Final mod (okay, maybe not final) will probably be a mapping kit, which I think might help since it feels rich at 1/4 throttle. As for the added weight, it was mostly for the under 5mph super technical riding; the slow down was a side benefit since I recently broke more bones 😅
@stoplogicmotorsports3 ай бұрын
I want to like the recon and I do most of the time until there is 1 rain drop in my zip code. Not a great wet tire.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
I don't think you're alone-a lot of people complain about that with the recon and end up going with the IRC version (JX8 I think?).
@stoplogicmotorsports3 ай бұрын
The only time I like the crossbite front is mud and sand, I have a set of talons under the guest bed ready to go on. I got a durometer if you are curious.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
I definitely loved the rear crossbite in loose stuff. My main trails have big sand/clay sections and it ate through them. I think if they did a 120/90 variant it would help a lot with the all-terrain feature.
@mrPauljacob4 ай бұрын
Awesome terrain 😊
@KCCLBTHORX4 ай бұрын
Loved your review. Almost pulled the trigger on some T35s but your review of the MX34 changed my mind. Im at 4000ft high desert and volcanic and glacier formed riding area so very similar to your terrain.
@podpocalypse98173 ай бұрын
Nice! I got my family and friends to try the MX34s and now they won't buy any other tire 😆