the halfrica twin

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Like it :0)

@petergoddard1960

6 жыл бұрын

I noticed on the forums that there's an 'Africa Single' logo sticker that's been made for it by some industrious types. The more I look at this the more I like it. I've been and had a look at the Himalayan and it appeals very much but I reckon this bike with a similar power output will be more reliable. I tried the taller heavier bikes and whilst the height wasn't too much of a problem, the weight when combined with height certainly put me right off. Consequently a lighter bike like this is more likely the way I'll go especially as a high powered bike isn't really all that important to me. I haven't ruled out the 'L' either. A dual sport bike just makes sense for me right now especially now I live out in the sticks. I do think they missed a trick with the lights, two stacked vertically would have been far more 'Dakar' than the wonky gas mask replica, but having said that, it's quirky and that's generally OK by me! It's testament to the quality that you found very little to criticise. I'm sure the untidy brake cable loop is a function of the long throw suspension and the way it's routed down the fork leg. Stick on a rear rack and a Giant Loop Coyote bag and the world is your smoked herring. Certainly, the trails of the North Yorkshire Moors and Northumberland that are right on my doorstep beckon strongly!

@wickedleeloopy2115

6 жыл бұрын

Oso 11 it's not half is a quartwin

@rtacconi

5 жыл бұрын

For offroad is much better (lighter)

@madyoukai

5 жыл бұрын

I call my cb500x the halfrica twin

Bought one last week...first bike so have nothing to compare it to. First impressions...a whole lot of fun for a beginner and more than enough power for me for now. Rode for 120km on the weekend and just loved it.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Brilliant - perfect for under there I would think....enjoy!

@MarianChicu

5 жыл бұрын

isn’t it too tall for a beginner? how did it go til now?

@KREllis-vr1ix

5 жыл бұрын

@@MarianChicu I would not think it is too tall. Theres a lot of compression in the suspension.

@nickgiard8553

3 жыл бұрын

How does it do at highway speed? Like 110khr? I ride a big 1600 but miss the dual sport and want a small one to ride but need to hit highway speed to get to trails

@sausagesandwichSA

3 жыл бұрын

@@nickgiard8553 Does 110 ok but any hill or headwind kills it. Offroad and going around 90ish I get 300km from a tank, at 110 with luggage it's down to 200.

We just had this bike in our shop a couple weeks back, we loved it. A lot of fun to ride, and great both on and off-road! Awesome video!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks TMF! As a 6'5" middle aged car driver about to take the plunge into the world of motorcycling (not been on 2 wheels since I used to mess around on Fizzies as a gangly youth), this could well be the machine for me. Love the channel, keep up the good work!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Nice one - and welcome (back) to biking!

Just been in and Ordered one of these today. Should be perfect for the roads here. Now I've got to take my wife shopping again as I've bought yet another bike :D

Didn’t want to sell my Tiger1050, absolutely perfect big bike. So what do I do, go down to Dobles for a bit of window shopping. Brought the black/grey CRF, got a really good deal. Going in for 600mile service on Tuesday, I am loving this bike, especially when I take it off-road

Hgb Honda have the very best customer service. They deserve the shoutouts and as always you have done an amazing job reviewing this bike. Regards ...

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes they are a nice bunch of blokes and are always very kind to me...thanks for the kind words...TMF

Love the fairing and screen on this bike....I have just bought one after stalling for a while but I now know it's the right bike for me, it'll doing everything I want it to.

A crf500l rally and i wouldn't need a different bike for the rest of my days. I like the xr600 or was that a 650? But it's too much of a dirtbike for me to like it more. But a Rally with Honda's cb/cbr 500 engine...yes please

I have to say, it does look MUCH better in video than when seen in pictures. Wouldn't mind trashing one around. Good work as usual, Mr. Flyer.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jiga - it is a much improved machine over the older CRFL like I have...

FANTASTIC review. Well Done. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

I trusted my instincts, bought a 250 Rally. Literally the best decision I've ever made. I'm just thankful i wasn't swayed by people's input about "power" I'm not trying to wheelie through the hood I'm ADV riding its more than enough power.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Yes great bikes - I have a CRF300L review coming up soon....

Excellent review. I went for a test ride on one of these earlier this year and I liked it that much I bought one, and I don't regret it at all. She's been a really good fun ride with quite a bit of pep for a 250. She handles really well on our rough roads too. Cheers

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree - great bike....

This is the best review of the Rally on KZread. I purchased one after watching this, and I have to say I'm very happy with it. Power is fine, just have to keep the revs up a bit (around the 5000-8000 RPM range ) and she fair flies. I did find the gap from 1st to 2 nd gear a little tall (for trail riding that is) so I fitted a 13 tooth front sprocket. That changed the performance dramatically! Now it fair hammers and second gear is very usable in the tricky stuff. Revs bumped up another 500 RPM at highway speed (100 kph) to 6500 Rpm, so not revving too hard, and has plenty in reserve if needed. Great review, and great mini adventure bikes.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Glad yo like it!

Thank you , for your reviews!!!! I live in Latvia and even i understand every word you say. Nice and clear review. In short time you gave me all information witch i needed. Good luck!!!!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Vlad - glad to be of use!

Brilliant review, been waiting for you to review this one! Nicely done 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you....

I have been looking at numerous reviews as I am looking at purchasing a new motorbike (dual purpose) after selling my Yamaha XT600E a couple of years ago. Your reviews have been extremely helpful into narrowing my choices down to 2.....the Honda CRF250 Rally or the KTM 390 Adventure!!! Both seem like perfect options for what I'm looking for but am leaning a bit towards the KTM but need to do a bit more homework with regard to service spares and back up service here in South Africa. Keep up with your excellent reviews...!!!

I just bought a near new condition 2918 in black over silver. So far in love with it, but the suspension will be upgraded. I've had several big bore dual sporters but happy to slow down a bit now at 55yo. Very comfortable, just enough squirt, great road manners and pretty capable off road out of the box. Some knobbies and stiffer springs will make it great.

@joecamel6835

9 ай бұрын

Same bike/year/color as me..and same age 😳.

Looking up for crf 250l rally for 5' 8" and then found your video. Thanks for the good review

i saw one of these it looks so good. it looks like a mini africa twin

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

If only they's made the front look more like a mini AT I think they'd be onto a surefire winner (if they're not anyway).....

@manusk40

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly It's a shame But it's like s1000r headlight situation I personally like it but some people don't

A nice wee machine this CRF. Hope you enjoyed your test ride!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

I did indeed!

Great fun to watch this review! I think I still like the regular CRF250L better though. The 2017 / 18 models have improvements as well. But I'm now looking at the BMW F800 models and having a lot of fun trying to decide. So many great bikes to choose from. Thanks for another great review!!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome - great time to be choosing a new bike!

Nice review. I was looking at buying a motorbike for driving to and on the farm and was contemplating the CRF Rally or CRF250L. I will buy the CRF250L and keep the £750 cash saving after your desfription and explanantions of the differences.

Great review ! Thanks to you i own one of these now :) Very good motorcycle, great build quality compared to other A2 bikes (BMW 310gs disappointed me on test ride) . It's not super powerful but in my experience it never seems to lack power, handling is easy and effortless.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

I agree - great bikes! Enjoy and ride safe....

Also worth mentioning the petrol tank cap that is the "normal" big bike kind of kit. Nothing wrong with the L or M cap which s in chrome and styled differently but some off-roaders complain for some reason. Wish Honda will make an upgrade kit for us L or M owners with the bigger capacity tank and maybe a performance kit to get it to the new engine performance. I was hoping they'll make this a 300 to say the truth. Could have been easily done since they have the cbr with a 300 already.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree a 300cc version would be perfect, and yes, the tank cap is better on this than our twisty chrome things....

Looks good.. except the headlights hah. Very well rounded review as always!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@nestserau

6 жыл бұрын

Phantom Rides It looks really cool in reality. Didn’t like it from the photos either.

Love the look of this "Rally" model.

Headlights remind me of a WW2 gas mask !

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@CJ-mj7lq

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah man

@TokyoNinja1467

5 жыл бұрын

FENNER-G LMAO my man

@64maxpower

4 жыл бұрын

WW1 used gas masks. Ww2 dropped bombs on each other heads

Love the bendy signals, My 250l is in need of a set...

G’day there Mate that was a great review very comprehensive on the bike , can’t wait to get mine Thanks

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it so Adrian - thanks for watching!

It's a great bike. I can't believe all the comments about the freaking lights... If they shortened the cable loop you may experience interference from suspension travel or steering lock - is it worth it? Honda usually know what they are doing, I didn't say "always"... Good review! Pete.

I love your review on the Honda Crf 250 rally with the Gas Mask on it , good job keep up the good work.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Good review as per TMF. Now I've just got the missus sorted out with an upgrade from the MT-03 to 07 I am already hankering after one of these for a winter bike. Hmmmmmm

Enjoyed your Live Stream this evening. With the current popularity of small capacity 'Adventure Bikes' (inc. this CRF), any chance of reviewing the Suzuki VStrom 250; Kawasaki Versys 300; and the amazing looking Chinese/Italian Benelli TRK 502? Hope your voice is better.

Nice review TMF. Taking delivery of mine on Monday!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Robert - enjoy!

Great video, review, keep the coming...you boys are proud of the size of lic plates, sure takes away the looks. Thanks, Wa.State fan

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure I've ever met anyone in the UK that likes the size of our registration (not licence) plates....!!

Own one of this, my first bike ever and actually trading it for the regular 250L. Where my buddies and I ride, its mostly rough trails and man, those fenders are weak on the Rally (don't DROP IT!) and shes an heavy lady with also an higher center of gravity! After 5000km in one season on it wich 4000 of it were offroads, I can answer pretty much all questions about it if anyone has some! And I must say, more offroad capable you say? Gneh, really not sure about that one...! Its a great bike for sure but not the good one for my actuals needs. I've brought it in places it has never been designed for. + 330km range (easily achievable) + nice look + comfortable seat position + those headlights make you really highly visible on the streets + winshield really useful during windy/chilly days + higher ground clearance than the standard L -- have to be gentle with the bike and make sure to never drop it in rought trail (fenders are too weak) -- stock tires are ''off road looking'', nothing more -- seating position not agressive enough for trail riding -- bike is quite heavy for offroad riding

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the real world feedback JNB!

@jnb894

6 жыл бұрын

Well thank you for all you mods videos! I know where to look when I'll be ready to modify my 250L for the next season!

Another good review fella , the best thing about the lights is you can't see them when riding lol , but love the bike

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Very true sir, very true...(and just as well)....

I own a Suzuki bandit 1250 and just traded it in for one of these. I pick it up in a couple of days, and I'm very excited to get off the beaten track. It's going to be a slight power difference but it looks like it will be heaps of fun!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

A huge power difference! But like you say - a hoot....exciting times eh?

@agella72

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Yep, really excited to get back into trail riding again, I hope to be able to do big road miles as well, might have to invest in a seat concepts seat as well I think! The mods you've done to your CRF250L will come in handy in the future, thanks for the really great videos!

Great review. Been looking at one of these for the daily commute.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Would be great (assuming you're not doing long motorway miles)....

Great review. Not sure why the Rally and L appear to sound different as they share the same exhaust components.

I was about to get this bike but I opted for a used WR250R and a bunch of new mods for the same price. Spent 3k on the bike, ordered all new plastics, FMF Q4 + Mega Bomb, Pro Taper Bars and Grips, 48T Gearing, Flatlands Skip Plate (oh and it needs a new Countershaft Seal). All came to about 4.2K and will probably get a few more tarty bits over time. So far pretty happy.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Nice one!

Love that pub, does some cracking food. Well worth taking Mrs Missenden Flyer there for a meal..... Great review, of a great bike, can't really go wrong there. Agree with cabling is a mess though.....

glad to see this one! as I've recently been fantasising about getting a bike, this was top of the list for a (potential) beginner like me. Generally love the ADV styles of bike and this looks great. nice to hear the differences to the crf250L too. Top stuff as always TMF.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Glad my timing helped - and yes one of these would make a cracking first bike...cheers -TMF

I am glad you mentioned the front brake tube sticking out in an unsatisfactory way. That is the first thing I saw. Additionally, the view of the cockpit seems less than great. The bike looks great from other angles, however. The seat is not comfy looking, but that is always subjective. The price is actually quite agreeable! Thanks for the information!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Minor niggles from me though, for it's purpose I think the CRF 250L's are great bikes...(but then I'm biased as I have one!)

Went for a test ride last month, it's an ideal bike for beginner riders for pretty much any terrain (easy to handle, very forgiving throttle response), lightweight, nimble even with a heavy rider, comfortable. Seat height is great for persons with average height (the suspension compresses nicely). Great for commuting. Things I didn't like: lack of gear indicator, the side compartment is flimsy (it popped open when I mounted the bike), budget side stand. Very positive experience overall.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I'd agree with pretty much all that...cheers!

Every time I look at the front of my Rally ,I think about the Lord Bucket Head reference. Funny!

Thought I recognized those roads......used to live and work round there. Had a few Xmas parties at pub you stopped at. Like the CRF rally and think it looks good. They need to make a 600 class bike that is still light and agile. Couldn't replace my ccm644 with one though. The Honda weighs around the same with half the power and lower spec suspension. I fitted a 25 ltr tank and upgraded the seat a little for longer trips. Just need to sort a screen now. Keep up the vids👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for stopping by! All the best - TMF

Great review, just looking to pull the trigger... would you say the Rally was as good as the 250L for green laning?

Love watching your vids mate keep doing what you do Have you done a review of the new vfr?

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Ni I haven't....but stay tuned you never know! Cheers - TMF

Thanks a lot for the head light comment! Now that you mention it, the light must be changed!

Thanks for the videos. I believe the new crf250l ..2017...has had engine changes to improve performance, also changes to the air box and exhaust etc...so I should imagine the 2017 crf250l has the same performance as the rally you test rode.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed Penny, I think you are right....a useful upgrade to the 250L!

Engine changes for both the Rally and L, 2mm larger injector, larger headpipe, different injecton map which seems to have worked well. Rally recieved larger front brake, L did not. I have been waiting to here the impression of the engine changes and power output. Thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Good to hear both variants got the mods, they are definitely noticeable and the bike feels adequate as stock (where as the old CRF L in my opinion, didn't).....

Great content as ever. I'm looking at 250's at the mo' so this was handy. Did notice the mic was rather crackly today though. :/

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that!

Very good review. I’ve been stuck between this and a KLX250... I’ve always been a Honda guy so, I’ll probably got with the CRF. The more I look at it the more I like it. And I know those headlights are ugly but I like em.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Somebody had to! ;0)

Interesting review Mr Flyer Sir. Would you make similar mods for the exhaust and power output as you did on your 250l, or do you feel the improvements to the rally model are enough to rule them out. I fancy a small second bike for the winter and the 250l, or the rally may be ideal.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

+Mash M Actually no I wouldn’t, the Rally felt as fast as my L as stock - I may add an exhaust but that would only be a vanity thing to make it louder, power wise the Rally is all there out of the box.

Is it possible I'm the only one who just loves that Honda bikes have the horn and indicators buttons in the "wrong" position? My first bike has them in the usual position and I've always complained about it.

Honda I beg you please build 450 or 600 cc version of this for dealer purchase

Great review TMF as always 👍 please, if you remember is it lacking power when overtaking cars on regular roads?

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Depends how fast they're going - but generally, yes.......

Great review, as for the front the project manager must have been on the Saki all night when he signed that off.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

Another great review! Thanks

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

great video as always

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you.....

would save money and get the crf 250l, a fews mods its fantastic..

I bought this today , 2018 with 900 miles on it with some nice extras as well 😏, the key to this bike is strangle it to the power zone 5-7500 rpms it loves it.

@christapherjohnynt

Жыл бұрын

How do you rate it, I'm thinking of getting this for a cross country tour, should I be worried ?

Nice honest review mate. Would like to see you compare it to the kwak versus 300.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

You never know - stay tuned!

Have been looking at Rally myself nice design & practical for bit of off roading . But I would have to get rid of a bike. Brake hose is like that for long suspension travel .

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

I wondered if that was the issue...cheers for confirming...

Great review as always. I’m looking at one of these to get into green laning as I’m only an hour from Salisbury plain. I have a 2019 Tiger 800 XCA but think that’s probably abit too much Bike to start out on and your review, as always, has helped me decide between the L and Rally. Do you know if there are many changes between this 2017 model and today?

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

None other than cosmetic - I did Salisbury Plain recently, your tiger would be perfect there!

@carkdonwah1528

3 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer thanks for the speedy response. Did you video your ride? Whilst very experienced on road I’ve never done any green laning and like the idea of the rally as it’s light by comparison to the Tiger. Will build up to the bigger bike in a couple of years.

What a great looking bike.. With the 500 twin in there it would be brilliant

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes that would be fun - even better if they gave it the AT lights rather than the Lord Buckethead ones....!

@wickedleeloopy2115

6 жыл бұрын

If only it was 450cc category twin or triple would do me just fine.

good review, ive watched till the end ツ

Top notch review, actually thinking of getting one to go with my Wr250r

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jack - would make a nice couple in the garage!

@jackpeterson8549

6 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer , I believe it would, keep up the great reviews and videos

Are you going to the Triumph launch at Hinckley on the 3rd Oct? Looks like another bobber/Cruiser type bike is being announced.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Well I did get an invite this time :0)

Now that you've rode (ridden?) all three, which would you buy for mostly paved road and occasional dirt road: the 310R, 310 GS, or this CRF250?

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

310GS I think...

Hello TMF, A good few months on since I first saw this review. What’s your choice of tyres for a bit of green laning?

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

I have Michelins on mine IIRC (don't have the bike with me at the moment to check - it's at Suzuki UK).....

After watching your videos/reviews for a few years now, I notice you do seem to have a thing about white van drivers, I am a white van driver, I am also a white CB1100 rider and a Honda CRV driver (the family car). I also used to be a subscriber to your channel and stumbled across this review, merely because I am interesting in purchasing the 2018 version of this bike, I enjoyed watching your review of the bike and it has helped me further in deciding whether to continue with my purchase, so I thank you for that, but I don't understand your comments about white van drivers, I guess us bikers (you included) also get our fair share of negativity from other road users. Anyway, thanks for your review of the bike. Kind Regards, Paul from the UK.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

I have nothing against White Van Drivers! I'd love one myself....it's just I always seem to get stuck behind 'em.....

@mountainbikerpaul2267

6 жыл бұрын

I guess we all have to try and share the roads, it would be nice to live in the middle of nowhere for fantastic biking roads with no traffic, but then there would probably be less work available (unless we can work from home of course). Thanks for the reply and the review once again, it helped, thanks, Paul.

I think the new CRF250L has the updated engine too, with that in mind would you still prefer the rally for the winter/green laning riding you do?

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Tough one, I far prefer the looks of the "L" but that bigger fuel tank is nice...that said, you can always get a bigger tank fitted to the CRF L - All things being equal on the engine and ABS front I think I'd still go with the "L" now I'm thinking about it...

@sarahdell4042

5 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer How is the ABS off-road?

I took this bike out again today for a final ride before I decided to buy it or not, it was a not for me decided it was not for me due to the lack of go in the thing. A surprise of the day was then taking the Honda 500x out which turned out to be a peach of a bike with lots of go where you needed it. Green lanes on this would be easy with a set of suitable tyres they are used by the Honda off road academy for the beginners. So what to choose🤔 got to check the new Benelli TRK502 out tomorrow . You really have to look at this bike and what you get for the money. Check it out.

@SBKPete

6 жыл бұрын

David Archibald: before you make a purchase, try the NC750X DCT; you’ll love it 😊 I’ve done 2300 miles on mine in 4 months and over that period it’s averaged 94mpg.

@davidarchibald5578

6 жыл бұрын

bts jimin I took one out last week I used to have the NC700x. The 750x was a lot better engine wise than the 700x but it's a case of had one lets have something else. I have a new GS Adventure so looking for something to use in the winter and around town.

I really fancy one of these for the winter!

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Good call!

Great review once again TMF. I was thinking more WW2 gas mask when I looked at the front end Regards SBK Pete

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes that's it!

@estefanbredel7220

6 жыл бұрын

no, its the eye of a fly

@johnwilliamson9453

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I can see that, however I quite like the asymmetrical look.

Good review and def consider it for first bike. Could anything be done to suspension for short asses. Swap out springs? Change seat?

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Well the "dog bone" could certainly be modded I reckon....

Great video as normal ,been thinking of getting one of these for green lanes ,have you any plans of doing the new Suzuki sv650 I here it's a good bike for low end price middle weight another possibility?

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

No plans at present but I will ask the question!

It seems like with the shift to the medium displacement adventure bikes (I'm thinking the KTM 790 Adventure et. al.), what if there were a CRF450L Rally? Wouldn't it just hit the spot?

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Not at £9k!!

excellent review mate. please, how do you start the bike? Do you need to keep the key on it for it to start?

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Well in it as normal....

Hi there the TMF. The video was great as always! I ride both sports bikes (BMW S1000RR and Ducati 1299 superleggera) and dirt bikes (KTM 200 EXC and KTM 250 SX). You may want to review the KTM 350 EXCF which is road legal and a powerful and grewt bike for road and offroad use! Thanks again, Robert

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Yes I'd love a go at one of those - so far I've not been able to get my hands on one though unfortunately....

I think it’d be a great bike for me. I don’t give a tinker’s cuss about styling. When you’re in the mountains of Mongolia, where I live, it’d be the most stylish bike for thousands of kilometres. At the moment, I ride a Honda Transalp 600v which is a bit heavy and cumbersome for serious off roading but it’s probably nicer for long road riding between mountain ranges.

@ 7.00, why do all trail/supermoto bikes have a big cable loop like that when other styles of bike don't seem to need it? Curious to know.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Wish I knew - perhaps something to do with the expected large amount of suspension travel?

@jeffloucks2120

4 жыл бұрын

Agree... some mfg's definately go further beyond what's necessary. Beta certainly does.

Great bike and an extra few CCs and bhp would make it much more popular in the UK... thanks for another great review TMF 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Pineapple Sup - good to hear from you as always.....

Wow I had no clue it could do 70! What was it tacing at 70?

I bought this bike recently.So far,I've added a Yoshimura slip on pipe that seems to give it more low-end grunt.Can I ask what mods you have done to your 250L ? Thanks, Bill

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Checkout my CRF mods playlist....

It's nice that they improved the exhaust make it lighter and sounding better, a bigger fuel tank, ABS, and a nice dash with a tachometer. BUT...they made it taller and heavier, not nice for me on offroad situations. and in full honesty there's too much plastic to break from a fall offroad too. and a plastic skidplate??...nah If it would be me I would still get the standard CRF250L ABS and spend the rest of the money for a proper rear shock and a front spring. great review BTW. THUMPS UP!

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ripmax333 always good to hear from you buddy!

I got myself a 2017 CRF250L a few weeks ago which still has stock exhaust on it (plan to upgrade it at some point), and i can't figure out why Honda put the horn and indicator switch in opposite places? I've probably spooked pedestrians at least a couple of times when i went for the turn signal and honked the horn instead by accident.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Tell me about it!!

Nice review as alway's TMF....... just wondering how it compares to the cb500x as an every day bike.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Dunno - not ridden the cb500X yet I'm afraid :0(

The review I've been waiting for :) Glad you liked it. Just for clarification: would you recommend spending the extra bit of cash (a bit more than just a bit actually, when we're talking about this end of the market, 14,62% more to be exact) for a Rally instead of an L? Also, would you yourself trade in your L for a Rally (with paying the difference)? And most importantly: would you say it's worth getting the Rally instead of a considerably cheaper option of getting a used L? I know, tough questions :) So I'll throw one easier in because I'm nice like that: have you had any issues with the seat height and stability when stopping? Think you could have a problem with it on rough offroad terrain? Thanks for making these videos btw, I wouldn't get mad if you decide to skip answering these questions, you already make the youtube motorcycling community much more informative :) Cheers!

@Szlejer

6 жыл бұрын

I guess the used L model is the best route to go on a budget... Personally, I would get the Rally based on my test ride.

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Leuff always good to talk to you! To take your questions directly..."would you recommend spending the extra bit of cash" - Yes, definitely worth it. " would you yourself trade in your L for a Rally (with paying the difference)" - No, the differences aren't huge enough now I've heavily modded my "L" to make paying the extra worthwhile. " would you say it's worth getting the Rally instead of a considerably cheaper option of getting a used L?" - if you can afford it then yes, the Rally is a much better bike all round, I was very surprised how much I liked it more than the "L". "have you had any issues with the seat height and stability when stopping? Think you could have a problem with it on rough offroad terrain?" - No I've not had any serious issues, I'd be lying to say it wouldn't be better if the seat was an inch lower, but if I was that concerned I would get it lowered (not hard on these to swap out or mod the "dog bone" suspension link).....and thanks for the kind words - all the best - TMF

I've just ordered one of these, arriving next week :)

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations...

@theaccountant8043

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer thank you, it'll be my forth bike 😳

@theaccountant8043

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyeryou can chauffeur me to go and collect it if you like haha, I've got to get to welwyn (hitchin) honda to collect it.. I've also got to schedule in a visit to pick up my other buy, KTM 690sm prestige from stoke on trent 😒

If you had to ride a bike every day, would you choose the 250 rally or the 310gs?

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Probably the 310gs

If you had to pick one bike to do the London commute including a 10 mile stint on the M25 and be a capable off road bike for occasional use on a weekend, would you pick this one?

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Probably not no - I’d rather use my Street Triple for that....

@florme6494

4 жыл бұрын

I’d definitely get this, the street triple obviously can’t do off road. Wr250r is an amazing bike.

Hey mate have you tried Kawasaki's KLX 250? If so how does this Crf250Rally compared to it (especially power wise)? And 2nd question, does the weight difference slows this bike down compared to the regular Crf250L, or the Rally got a much more powerful engine than the regular L? Cheers...

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

No I've not ridden the Kwak so I can't comment. The Rally and L are effectively the same bike in terms of power IIRC....

@jawara6263

6 жыл бұрын

TheMissendenFlyer so the extra weight in this bike didn't make it slightly inferior compared to the lighter L? btw thanks for the reply man really helped me :D

Does this rallye kit make it even heavier?...I rode a std crf 250l for a few hours and found it incredibly dull compared to my yamaha wr250r, that I had at the time..It was night and day in performance and handling. Such a shame the wr was dropped by Yamaha for the UK market....

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

It does make it heavier (as I said in the review!) but not so you'd notice when riding it - at least I didn't. Thanks for watching - TMF

I would like the suspension from this bike on my 250L

Would you happen to know the diameter of the support horizontal bar on the handlebar. Wondering to get a clamp for a GoPro when I rent this bike in Japan next year. Thanks!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

I don’t I’m afraid - sorry!

Great review as usual. How was the seat height (you're the same height as me) ?

@TheMissendenFlyer

6 жыл бұрын

Fine - was a little higher than the standard CRF but in tippy toe all was well....