Honda CRF250L Rally The Most Affordable Adventure Bike

My Review of the Honda Crf250L rally. Enjoy.
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  • @bermcannonk
    @bermcannonk4 жыл бұрын

    Hey everyone if you’re interested in seeing the extended version of this review video here is the link to take you over to @dirtbiketest kzread.info/dash/bejne/iIJtl9OTdMiaZco.html

  • @johnpace1131
    @johnpace11313 жыл бұрын

    I rode it home 30 miles from the dealer and my rear was bruised, get the seat concepts. I just cruise around the back roads, gravel roads, coal mines and spend the day exploring, hiking, fishing. Its reliable smooth easy to ride great on gas.

  • @romanryuninvalek487

    @romanryuninvalek487

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dickheadbrian Thanks for the tip. I want to buy a new CRF 300 rally and want to travel far away, so will probably get that Corbin seat, too.

  • @Abdul-Amburadul

    @Abdul-Amburadul

    3 жыл бұрын

    Weak ass

  • @wesboehlke65
    @wesboehlke654 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man! Just what i was looking for

  • @jamesjohnson6239
    @jamesjohnson62394 жыл бұрын

    I never really cared for the term "entry level" I'm sure an experienced rider could really enjoy this bike .thanks for the review ....excellent!

  • @ElementofKindness

    @ElementofKindness

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree. I just bought one, which will be my third bike, behind a Triumph TT600 and a Ducati Monster 1200R. This is a whole different level of fun for any experience level rider!

  • @AprendizDeLoQueToca

    @AprendizDeLoQueToca

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are a Thinker, Sir.

  • @cliftondugan5295

    @cliftondugan5295

    3 жыл бұрын

    I had bought one and got kinda annoyed here in Wyoming interstate speed is 80mph and it didn’t like it

  • @A-A_Ron89

    @A-A_Ron89

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@cliftondugan5295 what was its happy riding speed im in Colorado and thinking about one for cruising through the mountains and trail to fishing holes

  • @cliftondugan5295

    @cliftondugan5295

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@A-A_Ron89 I have a crf450l. It will cruise highway speed but I can’t power past cars the way I’d like. At 87mph that’s all it’s got

  • @beomsukim3929
    @beomsukim39294 жыл бұрын

    One of the best video! I have 2018 crf250l rally and I agree with you

  • @carlosandleon
    @carlosandleon4 жыл бұрын

    It's the most beautiful of all the modern advs. If Honda would make a tenere competetor, it Shou be a 700cc Rally

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sooo true Carlos🤙🏻

  • @pushyslayer4561

    @pushyslayer4561

    3 жыл бұрын

    ride the KTM 690SMCR and id agree.. 600cc and above is a much more comfortable experience. ive ridden 250's 400's and they are fun but the highway ehhhh.. when you are Adventure riding you sometimes need to make a run down the highway to the next trial.

  • @jameswallace5105
    @jameswallace51054 жыл бұрын

    Im 6'3" and 280 pounds. I've been riding mine 40 miles a day and been getting 60 mph. Power is a bit low. But no problems

  • @Tonyx.yt.

    @Tonyx.yt.

    3 жыл бұрын

    with 2021 honda put the 286cc engine and create the crf300l, 10% more power but more important 18% more torque

  • @guccipucci69420

    @guccipucci69420

    3 ай бұрын

    I know it's 3 years later,but how do you find the vibration through the handlebars at that speed?

  • @jameswallace5105

    @jameswallace5105

    3 ай бұрын

    Not enough to be a concern

  • @thorstenwanoth6774
    @thorstenwanoth67744 жыл бұрын

    Very cool small capacity DS bike. I had a CRF250L a few years ago for about 6 months before I traded in for an NC700X. I usually ride XR650L and XR400R. The only downside I found with the CRF 250L was the rear suspension which seems way undersprung for my 95kg all up weight. Easily fixable with an aftermarket rear shock or doing some work on the rear suspension.

  • @1234jonesing
    @1234jonesing4 жыл бұрын

    I got my rally back in 2017 and have 30k. I've added a Seat Concepts lifted seat, bar risers, Race Tech spring kit on the forks, EBC heavy clutch and a EJK tuner. With all that she's so much fun.

  • @perezcp356252

    @perezcp356252

    5 ай бұрын

    How many miles does your 250 Rally have now? Any expensive maintenance?

  • @leeinwis

    @leeinwis

    3 ай бұрын

    @@perezcp356252 30k is a lot already , I have 8k on mine now , just had to get new tires but nothing except oil changes other than that .

  • @ronart5852
    @ronart58524 жыл бұрын

    I rode a CRF 250L a few years ago from Montana to Costa Rica. As anyone can probably guess, it was pretty awful in the states and Mexico. When I got to Guatemala, less highway, more cool little roads I started to really enjoy it. When I was doing little shakedown cruises in Montana before I left, it was a real pleasure putting around in the hills. When I actually hit the road with baggage, the already overloaded 250 was hardpressed to hit 65 under the best of conditions. I was wishing for something like the 1000 dollar XR 400 you mention at the beginning of the video. Not the bike's fault that I chose it. I was so used to using smaller bikes in Southeast Asia that I made a poor choice for the roadwork in the states. I wasn't expecting the bike to cruise at 70 but I was expecting it to perform a bit better. And gas mileage of a buzzing 250, no surprise because of the prior experience I mentioned, was painful as I was pulling over so often I rarely passed a motorcycle shop on my way to Washington* without the temptation of going in for a trade in.(yes it was a detour*) I think the 250 is a wonderful dual sport but if one is doing any distance on freeways, which can sometimes be unavoidable, I wouldn't recommend a 250. I know that can seem rather obvious but I travelled around on a YBR 125 in the Andes in Peru and had a load of fun. And I know that I never wished that I had a bigger bike there. (Well...maybe a 250 hihihi) Anyway, great footage! Nice work!

  • @ThomasDercole2230

    @ThomasDercole2230

    4 жыл бұрын

    ok i see what your saying, but to get a bike above 250cc with low maintenance intervals you are most likely stuck with a dual sport that still has a carb.

  • @ih8momjokes1

    @ih8momjokes1

    10 ай бұрын

    A lot of shit talk on the 250 but you know what a klr650 that’s 40hp is barely any better on the highway

  • @jayanthkumar7964
    @jayanthkumar79643 жыл бұрын

    6:51 - 2.7 Gal. Great review. Thanks.

  • @pgirard26
    @pgirard264 жыл бұрын

    Soooo glad you are on this bike and not the 450L. I bought my 18 Rally new while a 450L was 15 ft away. For some reasons the 450L is better but as a total package, the Rally is tough to beat, especially if you are going to use it as a true dual sport everyday machine. And when tastefully modded it just keeps on getting better. Keep the vids coming!

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Completely agree!!!!

  • @rexreef
    @rexreef3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Great review. Real useful.

  • @creatorTWin
    @creatorTWin4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. I really think this is the bike for me.

  • @louvega8414
    @louvega84143 жыл бұрын

    Nice review, man. No fluff, just the good stuff.

  • @dylanlamarre3768
    @dylanlamarre37682 жыл бұрын

    02:58 that's really insightful. I think when a bike has power in spades, we tend to solve all our problems with power. But like said, once you get used to what's available, you start to find other solutions to meet the challenges on the road.

  • @drchan5893
    @drchan58934 жыл бұрын

    Great review sir, I have liked hondas for some time now and decided to buy the 250L for the price ya can't go past it

  • @stepheneldridge6998
    @stepheneldridge69984 жыл бұрын

    Nice review Mark, it's another solid and excellent bike from Honda. It's so nice to ride on the trails ( I've ridden one) and great value for the money. I just hope that someone at Honda will one day reflect on the pedigree of the mighty XR650R and make a worthy successor!. Riding the 250 it felt so light...but when I take out my XR650R THAT feels light compared to most adventure bikes!. XR650R Rally (with electric start!) please Mr. Honda! Cheers, Steve

  • @teepee4296

    @teepee4296

    4 жыл бұрын

    Stephen Eldridge XR650L with a plastic tank.

  • @martinf9626
    @martinf96264 жыл бұрын

    Grate job sir . Just the fuel gauge is a winer for me . I dont no why in 2019/2020 they dont put one on every Adventure bike like that and please a bigger gas tank .

  • @valaudae1809
    @valaudae18094 жыл бұрын

    The Honda CRF250L; the Swiss Army Knife of dual-sports.

  • @linogasser623
    @linogasser6233 жыл бұрын

    Smooth review, thanks. I never ride but this calls me

  • @eskeskeskeres
    @eskeskeskeres3 жыл бұрын

    If i buy crf250l, i would do 2 changes: 1.tyres - metzeler 6 days extreme 2. Install shorter gears (by another chain set)

  • @DerpEye
    @DerpEye3 жыл бұрын

    If i were to live in the US, considering the ridiculous speed limits and the crazy amount of back roads and land extention, i would definitely get one of these.

  • @valaudae1809
    @valaudae18094 жыл бұрын

    Just watched a vid, “Peru Adventure/2018/BUSH BIKE BOYS/Honda CRF250RALLY”. 2 men on loaded bikes traversing some impressive terrain, 2200km (1367miles) in the Andes. This bike is definitely underrated. I may be biased as l own the L version and know what a great bike it is to ride and own.

  • @brianrichard1768
    @brianrichard17684 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic Review. Ya almost got me wanting one.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right on Brian thanks for watching

  • @mudbrats
    @mudbrats4 жыл бұрын

    Good looking steed. Great review!

  • @robertcarscadden1482
    @robertcarscadden14822 жыл бұрын

    Just a note - fuel capacity mention at 6'50" should be 2.7 gallons, or 10 litres. Not 2.7 liters as stated. Great video. Need this bike to be sold in Vietnam please!

  • @missinglinq
    @missinglinq3 жыл бұрын

    How do you only have 7k subscribers. This is a great review.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    Because KZread doesn’t like me and I look like brad pitt

  • @jocelynbetts3325
    @jocelynbetts33254 жыл бұрын

    Very nice review, Berm... Thanks.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    🤙🏻

  • @syoukhan
    @syoukhan3 жыл бұрын

    5:01 beautiful photo. great review

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thx matt

  • @teepee4296
    @teepee42964 жыл бұрын

    Great review thanks 👍🇬🇧

  • @teepee4296

    @teepee4296

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have owned from new an XR400 2003, still have it would never sell it, it’s mine forever, love it. Electric start Mikuni pumper, lots of mods & Enduristan luggage. The best trail bike built ever !

  • @allans7281
    @allans72813 жыл бұрын

    Simply add YSS Rear shock designed for that bike and the race tech front fork upgrade which includes an additional spring and better fork oil, and you have an awesome machine that can handle all-terrain super comfortable. Soaks up all the bumps effortlessly for a superb ride total cost 650

  • @pannavithbounthiphanh7567
    @pannavithbounthiphanh75673 жыл бұрын

    Love this

  • @bermcannonk
    @bermcannonk4 жыл бұрын

    If you have Questions on the Crf250L Rally shoot below! Thanks again for watching!

  • @ukmudlover7839

    @ukmudlover7839

    4 жыл бұрын

    How many miles are you getting out of a full tank ? How much fuel do you have to carry?

  • @speedking0618

    @speedking0618

    4 жыл бұрын

    Im 5'9, will this bike be too tall for me?

  • @yarniekali1563

    @yarniekali1563

    4 жыл бұрын

    How much for one?

  • @ukmudlover7839

    @ukmudlover7839

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@yarniekali1563 Just under 3k second hand and 5k new

  • @ThomasDercole2230

    @ThomasDercole2230

    4 жыл бұрын

    I see that the rally has more suspension travel, i weigh around 220lbs, would the rally be a better choice over the stock crf250l? this will be my first bike ever. I feel like with my riding habbits from my younger days that i will bottom the suspension out easily.

  • @californicationendlesssumm2811
    @californicationendlesssumm28114 жыл бұрын

    I I’m getting this bike in two weeks!

  • @sarasahara5981
    @sarasahara59814 жыл бұрын

    Wowww love it....

  • @joedart2932
    @joedart29324 жыл бұрын

    Nice review Mark...Im not sure how the xr would be similar but l guess ld have to ride a rally to know 😁 Probably not my cup of tea with the weight being what it is but gosh the value seems darn hard to beat if your looking for that class of an adventure bike 👍

  • @josemanuelcuadrado7335
    @josemanuelcuadrado73354 жыл бұрын

    This Honda with the 600cc xr-dominator will be perfect

  • @RGTravelAdventure
    @RGTravelAdventure4 жыл бұрын

    Nice Video!

  • @z50king29
    @z50king294 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. I'm interested in this bike.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Just wondering why do you think this bike might fit your needs?

  • @z50king29

    @z50king29

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@bermcannonk I sold my YZ250 about 6 months ago. I raced it up until I was 24 or so. I have a 2 year old and we just bought my wife a klx140L. I want something slow. I'm still looking into all the offerings but this looks fun so far. I have not looked into the base 250L yet though

  • @Brianmoto49
    @Brianmoto494 жыл бұрын

    very good review...

  • @johntheaccountant5594
    @johntheaccountant55944 жыл бұрын

    Nice Review, I shall go for the CRF250L. I cannot justify the extra money for the Rally

  • @john316kj9

    @john316kj9

    4 жыл бұрын

    I bought a 2018 and I'd love it

  • @Celtics20

    @Celtics20

    4 жыл бұрын

    How much more is the rally?

  • @johntheaccountant5594

    @johntheaccountant5594

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Celtics20 I live in Thailand where the CRF250L and CRF250 Rally are manufactured and the price of the CRF250L is 140,000 bt => 4,660 US$ or 3500 GB pounds. Just remember the Rally being a lot more for more plastic panels to get damaged and bigger fuel tank basically.

  • @michaelpryor2981
    @michaelpryor29813 жыл бұрын

    I HAVE A 2013 WITH 41000 MILES THAT I BOUGHT NEW. DRIVE TO WORK 5 DAYS A WEEK GET 65MPG , FAST ENOUGH FOR IN TOWN, LOOKS COOL , BEST BIKE I HAVE EVER HAD! YEs 41000 miles and still running!

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    Right on✊🏼

  • @chrisw4215

    @chrisw4215

    3 жыл бұрын

    How it behaves on the wet roads?

  • @tswhit8210
    @tswhit82104 жыл бұрын

    It's a great bike for sure. If you're willing to do a couple of mods yourself the CRF250L can be had for a substantial amount less and can easily add a better options for the same price or less.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely. The CRF 250 rally just took me by surprise on how nice it is and I think you could save more money by going with other models but this just looks nice and futuristic.

  • @SATTMAN.2and4
    @SATTMAN.2and43 жыл бұрын

    You're riding a great place!

  • @tomcat6933
    @tomcat69333 жыл бұрын

    Good review

  • @IRLtrolls
    @IRLtrolls4 жыл бұрын

    I'll never understand how honda managed to make a 250 weigh the exact same as a 650L 350lbs is inexcusable. I have experience with the regular 250L model and it's a great little bike but the wr250r outclasses it so much.

  • @KTMBB71

    @KTMBB71

    4 жыл бұрын

    Agreed. My ktm 530 weighs about 250 and has twcie the power. I know it was twice the $$ but a 350 lb 250 series bike with what 24hp ? Sounds TIRING in the woods.

  • @davejames2015

    @davejames2015

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thiwan** lol

  • @mtbalot

    @mtbalot

    4 жыл бұрын

    I came so close to buying one, but Im a wee-guy. Ended up with a KTM XCW 300 at 220lbs. Shame

  • @matiasleon3894

    @matiasleon3894

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@mtbalot i prefer Suzuki dr 650 same weigh but real power

  • @Kevin-fj5oe

    @Kevin-fj5oe

    4 жыл бұрын

    650 has better lighter material to keep the weight down

  • @Iowarail
    @Iowarail4 жыл бұрын

    When I fall down I want a 250, that KLR650 is heavy when gassed and loaded.

  • @Minsang1st

    @Minsang1st

    4 жыл бұрын

    KLRJUNE easier said than done. Things happen

  • @mikeboshko2623

    @mikeboshko2623

    3 жыл бұрын

    The DR350 or 650 are both excellent and lighter

  • @HobbitHomes263
    @HobbitHomes2634 жыл бұрын

    WOW MAN!! you are a creative MONSTER!! WHo would have thought that 8 and a half minutes of a droning voice and watching your front fender would be so exquisitely entertaining???

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    At least I dont have a man bun👍

  • @mountainholidays
    @mountainholidays4 жыл бұрын

    the tank is 10.1 liters which is 2.64 gal.

  • @joecamel6835
    @joecamel68359 ай бұрын

    Love my 250 rally , I have 2 other bikes both 650's and love the rally over them anyday because I had a back injury and the rally treats my back gooder . ( Yeah I said gooder on purpose 😏).

  • @camfam52002
    @camfam520024 жыл бұрын

    I considered this bike but ultimately the price and weight saw me buy a DRZ400E for half the price and twice the grunt and equal reliability.

  • @gogogeedus

    @gogogeedus

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's the gee ow,go!

  • @CorePathway

    @CorePathway

    3 жыл бұрын

    Half? Twice?

  • @alphawolf2993
    @alphawolf29933 жыл бұрын

    cant wait til these inevitably hit the used market

  • @franmitch3589

    @franmitch3589

    3 жыл бұрын

    They are already out there but most want new prices or they are thrashed real hard with stupid mods or homemade repairs from people who have no business doing such tasks

  • @yum4906
    @yum49064 жыл бұрын

    Nice

  • @adaptableadventurerider
    @adaptableadventurerider3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome review have you ever ridden one compared to a CB500X? :) Been trying to decide between the two for a trip to Iceland an as my every day adv bike. Had a GSA 1200 previously which was a reliability disaster.

  • @Vara91391
    @Vara913914 жыл бұрын

    Dude, when I see you on the sand road, you forgot to turn ABS OFF !!!! Be careful man, turn that crap off the second you know you go off-road. Great video !

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    I hate Abs with a passion. 😎

  • @Vara91391

    @Vara91391

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@bermcannonk you have no idea how much I hate it. Honda has to keep ABS ON automatically during each engine start (due to safety regulations), I forgot to turn it off so many times man. Becomes unsafe as hell !

  • @JohnTucci-yw7gm
    @JohnTucci-yw7gmАй бұрын

    Miss your content bro. I watch some of it on repeat. Are you coming back one day or has curtain closed for good?

  • @pannavithbounthiphanh4872
    @pannavithbounthiphanh48722 жыл бұрын

    I love Honda CRF rally a lot

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    2 жыл бұрын

    With the vid having 491k views I think I should do a video on the new crf300 🤔

  • @PrivilegedPat
    @PrivilegedPat4 жыл бұрын

    “Counter balance” inside the engine would be called a “balance shaft” I’m looking towards this bike because I just took my Grom off-road and it was awful lol fun but but meant for that the highway speed was also an issue

  • @427walrus
    @427walrus3 жыл бұрын

    I like the drone footage. I'm picking up my 300l Rally this week. Can't wait!

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great bike for adventure

  • @markaurelius3119
    @markaurelius31194 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful footage, thank you very much! =) If only the bike had 350-400 cc, it would be the best bike on the market

  • @bojangles3147

    @bojangles3147

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mark Aurelius it can just gotta look at swapping some parts from 300r.

  • @amramjose

    @amramjose

    4 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking the same thing, about a Yahama XT350 I owned years ago. That could move considering it was only 100cc more than this.

  • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_

    @Rick_Sanchez_C137_

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mark Aurelius DRZ400 is cheaper in some markets (including my city).....

  • @andystm

    @andystm

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ not something you wanna ride long distances, at least not in a hot country, believe me

  • @AndrewBrowner

    @AndrewBrowner

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@andystm and a crf250 is?

  • @williamsjasonw
    @williamsjasonw4 жыл бұрын

    Just saw ome today i store and had to google it. I had a 250 l last year and liked it until i gor on thw hiway and it just couldnt keep up. Nothing like being on a bike with a 18 wheelet behind you and he speeding down on you. This bike sure is sexy in person !!

  • @MxGuru1
    @MxGuru14 жыл бұрын

    Imagine if you uncork it. Could turn into a beast. In the end anything is possible with money. I think Honda hit the marks on this one. A friend of mine bought one for his wife.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes. Fabian this bike modded would be sick!

  • @bedouin75
    @bedouin753 жыл бұрын

    Good review, liked and subbed

  • @djmoopha
    @djmoopha4 жыл бұрын

    I have this motorcycle and I love it. Did more than 3000 miles in Rocky Mountains and had a trip to Utah and did some off road for 7 days on stock bike. Can't wait to do some small upgrades next year. I'm a beginner in this bike category, it's my first adventure bike or off road bike ever.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Boom. Glad to hear Milan. 🤙🏻

  • @sudenrajbhandari9158

    @sudenrajbhandari9158

    4 жыл бұрын

    I am from Nepal. I ride this bike on daily basis as a primary commuter. I have made a travel of around 20,000 kms in this bike on every type of road. Bike just perform owesome. You can ride this bike whole day and you still like to ride more. What a smooth and beautiful bike. Loving it... Ride safe and have fun.......🤙🏽

  • @SteveWKk
    @SteveWKk4 жыл бұрын

    I'm sold......:)

  • @northrocks

    @northrocks

    3 жыл бұрын

    Who bought you?

  • @fluffycat087
    @fluffycat0874 жыл бұрын

    Now if they made a 450 version of this with suspension sorted and everything else the same we would have the adventure bike. Waiting.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree Bruno

  • @CCitis

    @CCitis

    4 жыл бұрын

    Exactly! I am a big dude, and need a bit more hustle to get me down the road

  • @chrishansen8026

    @chrishansen8026

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jeremy loose some weight lol

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jeremy this bike is not for big boys. unless you big bore it.

  • @anthonydentice8180

    @anthonydentice8180

    4 жыл бұрын

    Theyv teased it, i have the 250 rally now n put a new exhaust for bit more power, i love it but im a big boy and need bit morr power particularly on the road , ill get a 701 husky or 690ktm if they dont come out with this soon www.cycleworld.com/2013/01/18/honda-crf450-rally-first-look/

  • @allans7281
    @allans72814 жыл бұрын

    Great video thank you I am 195 pounds do you recommend upgrading the rear shock to the YSS and Upgrading the front shock suspension with Race Tech?

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sure allan, that could work and would make it stay up more in the stroke.

  • @RWWRENTAL
    @RWWRENTAL4 жыл бұрын

    I wish they would have made this a 450 or at least 350. being in Colorado, the crf250L barely hits 70mph. or this would be the ultimate light adventure bike for lower elevation states

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree will✊🏼

  • @avartx

    @avartx

    4 жыл бұрын

    Last year I started riding on a crf250l and went up to Colorado, i was seriously ill equipped, came back a few months back on my KTM 250 XCF and it was a world of a difference, the bike is ok for where I live in Louisiana but the KTM changed the game

  • @BlademanStore
    @BlademanStore3 жыл бұрын

    I have had such a motorcycle for several months, my conclusion is heavy low-powered hulking hippo!

  • @oppolee3582
    @oppolee35823 жыл бұрын

    Good honda crf

  • @0214Bub
    @0214Bub3 жыл бұрын

    Did you go with ABS brakes? The color scheme on this bike is done well.

  • @0xsergy
    @0xsergy4 жыл бұрын

    i mean, maybe. my re himalayan cost like half of what this does and it handles trails(dirtbike/atv trails as that's all i have locally) pretty good. highway top speed is lacking though just like this, 135 max 110-120 is happy (kmh) those speeds are without tucking. i will say that i don't get the suspension you do but aftermarket upgrades aren't too pricey and the suspension it has does pretty good. handled jumps with ease.(7.8/7.0 inches, never bottomed it out yet). edit: i just checked the p[rices again, theyre about the same. i could have sworn the rally was selling for 12k cad this summer but its down to about 7 now.

  • @Holgrinator
    @Holgrinator4 жыл бұрын

    Imagine if Honda came out with a fuel Injected, electric start, XR650R, with a subframe, and real headlight. They re-released an upgraded NSX , ford is re-releasing the Bronco and the GT, why not dream of a re-released upgraded XR650R.

  • @paulvanhout9695
    @paulvanhout96954 жыл бұрын

    Will be interesting if Honda does similar with the 450L

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Or a 800

  • @carlosandleon

    @carlosandleon

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@bermcannonk Damn, come on man, 650cc is moooore than enough. a twin cylinder CRF650 Rally is the perfect sweetspot. 60-70 HP is all you need

  • @bj-th7ul
    @bj-th7ul4 жыл бұрын

    I'm getting the impression that an old geezer like me would be better off on something like this for dual sport trail rides than the 450L... My clutch wrist is a little weak though & a lot of clutching is a concern. My KLR has been decent but it's not a trail bike. I'm tryin' to get my homework done... thanks

  • @0xsergy

    @0xsergy

    4 жыл бұрын

    if clutch is a concern there are hydraulic clutch kits which supposedly help or just go with a rekluse for a few hundred more. for trail use being able to just ride it without worrying about clutchin might help.

  • @bj-th7ul

    @bj-th7ul

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@0xsergy perfect... learning with the help of others... I'd not heard of a hydraulic clutch until just recently. thankyou

  • @0xsergy

    @0xsergy

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@bj-th7ul do some googlin. a lot of bikes already come with hydro clutches so if it already has one fitting an aftermarket one(probably) won't help. Rekluses are available for most bikes, pretty common for older dudes for the same reason you have.

  • @superj7106

    @superj7106

    3 жыл бұрын

    @jeff deathrage get a 450l, get a drz400. Dont bother with any of the 250's they are gutless pigs

  • @juro6

    @juro6

    3 жыл бұрын

    Start strength training. Not only will that strengthen your wrists but improve your durability.

  • @petecool445
    @petecool4454 жыл бұрын

    Bro any advice to make this bike lower?or convert to supermotard?Thankx

  • @DirtyDovi
    @DirtyDovi3 жыл бұрын

    I'm only a few minutes into the vid, but so far, great review! I had to pause it at 3:00 to ask ya: What camera harness are you using? [I've used the Cotton Carrier V1 for like 5ish+ years] While it's killer for the most part, I still find that my neck and shoulders end up feeling a whole lotta' strain - with extended use. *My chest-mount most often sees a full-frame DSLR with 150-600mm lens, so weighing other options all the time. haha Curious how your setup feels / how ya like it? Thanks! 😊👍 Sam -

  • @DirtyDovi

    @DirtyDovi

    3 жыл бұрын

    PS: Killer job with your review/video! This had to have been one of The Best I've seen yet for this bike! Well done bro! 🤘

  • @motochutya
    @motochutya3 жыл бұрын

    Great vid, incredible bike. But definitely not the most affordable checkout the CSC TT250 ( zongshen ), partial honda clone starting at 2k

  • @josefrade4323
    @josefrade43234 жыл бұрын

    As melhores motos não vêm para o Brasil

  • @tundhzhaykurtulan9507
    @tundhzhaykurtulan95072 жыл бұрын

    Patrolling the Mojave almost makes you wish for a nuclear winter.

  • @davidowen2355
    @davidowen23554 жыл бұрын

    Hi I'm brand new to bikes I got a pit bike last year with me m8s and I'm looking to take the next step up I'm only a weekend rider at best Anything u would recommend Loved the video thanks

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey David. This bike would be a great start or look into the ktm 390 rally.

  • @averagejoevideo9556
    @averagejoevideo95564 жыл бұрын

    I am thinking about purchasing a CRF250L, but I had a question hopefully you can answer. I am 6'3" and I weight 255 lbs. Am I too big for this bike, or would it be okay for a guy my size? I rode dual sports when I was younger. Now, I am 40 years old and thinking of getting back into it. So, I haven't been on a motorcycle in a while. Everyone tells me to go with the Yamaha WR250R but I just don't know that my skill level requires the level of performance the WR yields.

  • @olegyd
    @olegyd4 жыл бұрын

    Looks, like small decent brother of Africa Twin

  • @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10
    @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq104 жыл бұрын

    The only thing missing is a honda cbr300r engine, which you can buy and swap in and still have money left, instead of buying an un reliable high maintainance ktm..

  • @codenamenoob4973

    @codenamenoob4973

    4 жыл бұрын

    You know i'm abit of a bullshitter myself but it's nice to hear an expert every once and a while 👌

  • @iamandreja

    @iamandreja

    4 жыл бұрын

    High maintenance yes, but why unreliable? I think you're wrong.

  • @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10

    @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@iamandreja I would take the crf250 rally over any ktm if I was to do a long trip through various terrain. Ktm makes good motocross bikes and Enduro monsters, but if I need to fully trust my bike I would not choose ktm..

  • @iamandreja

    @iamandreja

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10 You should trust them. They're not bad quality but they make 65hp out of 450ccm. It is logical that the engine is much more stressed. The thing with 450 KTMs (and all other brands) is, you need to change the oil every 10-15 hours and to check valves regularly, that can be pain in the ass. Check out brapping kiwi on Instagram, he did 130000 kilometers with his 500EXC. Under some strange coincidences, I bought my first KTM 20 days ago, it is 2012. 450EXC. I was planning to buy CRF Rally but then, this happened. It is much more expensive to travel with it but maaaan, 111 kilograms, superior suspension and brakes... We'll see what will it turn out to be, wish me luck :D

  • @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10

    @Namesakes.unit-x-10sq10

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@iamandreja the motor is too stressed, and the electronics sick, but yes they do really make good bikes! But you know that the honda is basicly indestructible and will run as long as you have fuel and change the oil about every 6000 kilometers. Bur yes, the ktms are superior in everything, except reliability, sturdyness, service and price. A drz400 with a rally kit is the best compromise I think.

  • @jaytate491
    @jaytate4913 жыл бұрын

    Would you have any second thoughts on choosing this for the Trans America Trail or an Alaska to Bay Area, CA trip?

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    For Rides more then 5 days I like bmw gs 850 or the honda africa twin. But this bike will do it.

  • @paulreynolds9003
    @paulreynolds90034 жыл бұрын

    Come on guys this is just man giving his opinion to help you out. There’s so many different reasons to buy a new bike from money to size to riding terrain.

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thx Paul. Its just KZread 😎

  • @Estevo26
    @Estevo264 жыл бұрын

    O Brasil quer uma dessas para seu mercado 😂😂😂

  • @adamintheoutdoors2119
    @adamintheoutdoors21193 жыл бұрын

    I am between buying tw200 and saving up a little more for one of these hmmm. Choices...

  • @lordwestoff
    @lordwestoff3 жыл бұрын

    I’m trying to get into adventure and trail riding. I grew up with a Honda trail 90. I’ve been contemplating pickin up a new bike. Looking at Yamaha TW 200 and this Honda bike. What would you recommend?

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    3 жыл бұрын

    I would say the tw200 It’ll give you more range and more options to go different places.

  • @creepychris420
    @creepychris420 Жыл бұрын

    yo when you say tucking and getting aero to hit 70 - what size crf can hit 70 comfortably? i just passed das and i think i want something offroad / adv / flat seat. but i defo want to keep up with and maybe pass cars on motorway at 70. I get 65 out of my 11hp chinese made 125cc benelli - am i small enough for this 250 to be enough or maybe 350 or something? think i want small and nimble and fun, but maybe i don't. rode intructors cb1000r and it felt like my 125, so nimble and manouvreable -do i just look at litre bikes then? so much choice lol

  • @z941273
    @z9412734 жыл бұрын

    Had a crf250l, couldn't get 45 mph uphill on highway 89 to Kanab, it was a dog!

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    It does lack

  • @nixcanpor810
    @nixcanpor8104 жыл бұрын

    for tar road riding, do you not need to use road wheels ? is it necessary ?

  • @allans7281
    @allans72813 жыл бұрын

    Is the rally worth the extra money compared to just the L? Great video?

  • @TokenTombstone
    @TokenTombstone4 жыл бұрын

    Hey man that is a big title. Whatever the bike is in your situation, is most likely the best ADV bike for you! Everyone's requirements are different, even on slow bikes. Not sure if your title was just based on 'new' bikes or what. So many people have been having 'affordable' ADV adventures on clapped our xr's, tw's, klx's, and other plate-able bikes it's ridiculous not to include them. Great review but I'm getting hung up on the title. (most affordable ADV bike)

  • @bermcannonk

    @bermcannonk

    4 жыл бұрын

    Its youtube. Its like Hollywood.........just entertainment.

  • @quattro4468
    @quattro44683 жыл бұрын

    Was this recorded near superstition mt southern ca?

  • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_
    @Rick_Sanchez_C137_4 жыл бұрын

    In my city, 2020 DRZ400S is selling for $4999..... meanwhile the 2020 CRF250L Rally is selling for $5149.... I love Honda, but I’ll be getting the DRZ soon....

  • @cocoloco65482

    @cocoloco65482

    3 жыл бұрын

    Where do you live?, That's a good price for the DRZ

  • @dhruvparihar241
    @dhruvparihar2413 жыл бұрын

    Xpulse 200 is most affordable adv around the world 80 mph top speed slow but good offroader

  • @chirangautam1497

    @chirangautam1497

    3 жыл бұрын

    I own a rally and...I live in Nepal...so it ain't cheap here(Rs 13.25 lakhs)...comparing Rally to Xpulse...I really hated the handling of Xpulse.

  • @colburnconnelly3792
    @colburnconnelly37923 жыл бұрын

    They neeed a 450 version

  • @pleasedontwatchthese9593
    @pleasedontwatchthese95932 жыл бұрын

    that dash looks like the same one from the grom