Great review! I've had my '15 XT for a year now. My first one and I love it also. I've added a skid plate, Barkbusters, better grips, bigger footpegs, and some Happy Trails racks & aluminum panniers. I camp off of it and commute 60 miles to work on back roads. Awesome bike for sure.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

That is awesome. I still need the skid plate because I am in constant fear is smashing it into something. I do use mine for work as well and the thing never disappoints. Also gets amazing fuel mileage as well!

Your motorcycle is very rare in the different equipment from Japan. This equipment does not exist in Japan. And the name is also different. Japan name is Serrow250. In Japan, it is a motorcycle that is very popular. The bike is owned also local governments. It will be used for disaster relief. Motorcycle my country is happy at the sight that is loved in the world.

@ngzcaz

3 жыл бұрын

Ridden w/in it's limits, this is a great Motorcycle. I even saw one of your brethren wheelie the bike over some incredible rocks. Love how quiet the bike is as well..

Thanks for leaving this video up . Hope I see all out on the trails .

Great video! Owned my 2016 XT 250 for just about 5 weeks now. Just did first oil change on her today after 500km (Canada) this bike goes everywhere easily. happy safe riding!

Best XT250 review thx! I rarely stick around to watch a long vid, but your footage + review style kept me here the whole time! Currently on a Ninja300 & have always been interested in dual sports. I'm definitely set on the XT250 now. Thankyou! =p

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Koji Maniquis-Eusebio You're welcome and thank you for the support!

@bubbleboi3422

5 жыл бұрын

Did u get the xt 250

Excellent, thoroughly informative review!

just bought my 17 on Wednesday...great bike...no complaints. I use it for work, great ride performance. no need for a huge engine...does everything I was looking for.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

I use mine very frequently as well. I love getting 65+ in the city for fuel and it's small nimble chassis. And if I'm on my way home and see a trail I can just dive off and play.

Hey, thanks for the review. I'm an old dual sport rider, 62. I have had many, KLR650, DRZ400s to name a few. My last one, 2 years ago was a XR650L. Then I went cruiser. I'm sick of cruisers, want another dual sport. A few years ago, I had an XR250L, and I had the most fun on it. I like to do the kind of riding you do, so I think the XT250 will be the perfect bike. The older XT225 had quite a good reputation, and it looks like the XT250 is even better. PS: I hand a TT500 back in the day.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

The XT250 is a very easy to live with motorcycle and super simple to maintain and work on in the field as well. It is an excellent choice! It even does well after eating a tree :)

Thanks for the Handle grip suggestions. Good vid man.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I am on my 2nd XT 250 now, also wore out a XT 225 to the point of the engine burning oil. I love the XT bikes. I am accessorizing my current on with GPS mounts, cup holder, cellphone mounts and such. Just received a tank bag to carry some water and my first-aid kit. Sure wish I could find someone to ride with me.

We love our XT 225's, they are just awesome bikes, great review!

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Freespirit Phil has the XT350 from that era. That means we complete the family! Thanks for the comment!

Just got my XT250 there days ago. After 40 years of riding, I couldn't agree with you more. The XT is a great bike. I love mine. Such a great choice for me. Glad I got it.

@RabidHedgehog

4 жыл бұрын

Ride it safe! And avoid launching yourself into a tree..... Doesn't hurt the XT... Might make the rider sore the next morning....

Great review of XT. Really enjoyed Draper trails video excursion. I started riding Draper in 1974 before any management or supervision out there. It was the wild west with everyone going as fast as they could, in both directions. Riding buddy meet another rider head on. They both lost left handle bar, shifter, and left knee cap. Recently took my new TTR230 there. Wow what a improvement. If I see XT250 there, I'll say hello.

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And that is a terrible way to end a day for sure. There are still some folks out there going a bit crazy, but I like the way the did the trails for sure.

I bought one of these because of this video, thank you man!

@grumpysquid

4 жыл бұрын

How do you like it. What would you change about it?

A good rider can ride good. Forget the “big boys”. You will never see them in the woods. I bought a 2001 XT 350. A few years ago. I never see “The Experts” on the trails. Enjoy your bike forget the fools and their fool talk. Love the video.

Awesome video! I just started riding about a month ago and I'm on a 2006 ninja 250. Been looking at dual-sports and supermotos because I really like the idea of being able to go almost anywhere. I was trying to decide between this and a WR250r and I think for a smaller guy like myself, this would be a great first dual sport. I also don't really need to go too fast, since I don't plan on doing a whole lot of distance riding anyway. Thank you for a great, comprehensive review and an excellent demonstration! I dropped a sub and hope to see more content in the future!

@txjake33

4 жыл бұрын

Great review. I have a 2017 XT250. I''m 5'9"" tall , still fit at 62 years old, but a little less flexible than I used to be. (I owned a 1967 Big Bear 250 and 1978 DT250 Yamaha enduro back the '70's and wanted another one, but with better clearance and more modern technology like fuel injection. and a 12V electrical system - the old ones were 6V.) I've ridden a WR250 with lowering links (still too tall) and with foam cut out of the seat (barely tolerable). The WR is a more powerful bike with lots of torque, but the XT is much easier to ride, extremely reliable and rates high on the fun factor. You can also add a luggage rack to carry water and supplies. I put an eBay LED headlight bulb on mine and now it lights up the road to the point where cars will occasionally flash me, thinking that my high beam is on. (The bike's electrical system doesn't put out enough power to make the LED bulb high beam any brighter on high beam than on low beam.) If you're trying to make a choice and want to see how you will "fit" on a bike, put your dimensions in for free at cycle-ergo.com. The site will also let you see what lowering links will do for your riding position and whether your feet will touch the ground. Enjoy the ride. Gary

Love my 2015 XT250F. 2,300 trouble free flawlessly running miles. DR650 w/street tires for my alter ego.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

The XT is a wonderful machine for real.

Thanks for posting this great review. I've been eyeing an XT250 for the back trails and country roads. As some others have commented... thinking I might try to find a pre-2013 carb model (since the prices have really gone down).

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

No matter which era you find it's still going to be a reliable and rugged bike to take you darn near anywhere.

@pebblepoint

7 жыл бұрын

I've had a lifetime of carbs and their troubles. I'm thankful for today's fuel injected advantages.

I bought my 2015 XT250 for my lady and company. It's my favorite bike now.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

I've now put over a grand on mine and counting near daily. Love this bike.

Love your review. I currently ride a 2005 Kawasaki Super Sherpa 250. 4 years and 10,400 km Some of the off-the-cuff differences of the XT and the Super Sherpa are. Mikuni carbureted. 6 speed transmission. 270 lb wet. Double overhead cam, Four valves per cylinder, Shim under bucket valve train design. Other than that very much same-same My last Street-Trail bike was a Suzuki DR 200. My last Street-HWY bike of 61,000 km was 2006 Yamaha R1. Current Street-HWY bike is a 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300R The Suzuki appears to be quite similar to the XT except that the Yamaha XT 250 is fuel injected as well as digital display. Again... Thanks for your thorough review.

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

Shim under bucket is kind of a turn off for me, but they do not need adjustment until much later than lock and screw. But the Super Sherpa is sadly not here. Big difference though between a Busa and a Sherpa.

Of the five bikes I have, I enjoy my 2015 XT250 the most.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

What others do you have? And I agree. There is something about its soul

@naturalforlife6741

8 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 Triumph Bonnie, a 1965 Triumph TR 6, a 2009 Triumph Street Triple, and an 08 Harley Street Glide also. I find myself hopping on the XT more times then not though. There seems to be a side road the I want to explore a lot of the time.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Right on! That is what I love about my XT as well. Can be riding down the road and see a path to the side and just dive in.

@HikeOntario

8 жыл бұрын

Ive had multiple bikes and love my 2015 xt the most as well.

I MISS my XT225, and the 6th gear! Love your bike, just haven't pulled the trigger yet, on a 250. Mine was '06, bought it new, sold it in '10 with 13000. Miles. Rode that bike a lot. I have test driven, the new XT, but I am not sure. Great video, !

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I really really really.... And probably really cannot put enough of those there to say how much I wanted a sixth gear on this bike. But I will say the fuel injected 250 has a bunch of grunt where it needs it and it'll reliably bounce along nearly anywhere you point it. Just don't catapult yourself into a tree... Did that with this one. Bike was totally fine, I was geared up nicely so I was fine too. But my gosh the pride hit...

Good video love the xt250 best bike I have owned just updated to the new kawasaki versys 300 x very happy with it two Cheers

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support! I am working on trying out the Versys 300 sometime.

Great video! Thanks for doing it.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Rithius3485

8 жыл бұрын

Hey I was looking at a 2009 of this bike, what the differences between your 2013 and the 2009's? most interested in the engine differences.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

The biggest difference is the fuel injection system vs the carb unit on the older one. There are mild power differences as well (very mild like maybe 1 or 2 more HP and TQ). Other than that, really nothing. Same bullet proof engine, same lightweight crank shaft for instant power. So it depends on if you want the ease of start and go in any weather, or choke and warm. Which really is not all that bad with this smaller engine.

@Rithius3485

8 жыл бұрын

+Rabid Hedgehog that's great to hear there. what is the maintenance intervals for the to different years, shorter for the 2009 because it's carbureted.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

They are actually the same intervals. The only difference is that there will be some carb cleanings and periodic jetting when needed. That's it, but engine wise, same. 600 miles to first and 4000 is the second and 3000 miles per interval after.

The XT is pretty good over all terrain but if I had to pick one it’s best for I’d say the roads as a non freeway commuter. However that being said this bike has taken me deep into rough areas, abused dropped many times and then it takes me to work the next day.

Such a great bike. Bought my 2016 XT 250 last year. Have 1100km on her now. Love your vids man! Great review!! I just had shoulder surgery last week so I won't be riding for a while so plan is to do a bunch of mods to the XT. Tighten suspension, fmf powercore exhaust, foot pegs and better tires...Anything you recommend? Looking into buying a DR 650 for highway use and keep my little XT for around town and trails! Cheers from BC Canada. Ride safe brother!

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I recommend trading the bars out to Protaper CR-Hi in the SE series and adding some bark busters to save the levers and cables and such. The others you have mentioned are perfect!

Watched your video again great little bike still got my one but upgrade to a versys 300 x it's a great little bike Cheers

Great review man. I like your philosophy of not running the machine at the limits. If I wanted to cruise at 250cc limits, I'd rather get a 450cc and do it on that one. I like the XT250 for its simplicity and driveability as well. They say the CRF is better equipped and spec'd but then again it does have more stuff to break and maintain. One thing I do wish was different with Yamaha's is that the engine tends to "knock" when driven hard, and it's not the knock that comes from detonation with the low octane gas. Honda engines stay "quiet" even when you wring them to their limits.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

I have heard that said knock and I understand, sounds like you're not quite in the right gear or something, have not put a finger on it yet. But I do agree, never strangle the machine and let it live where it is more comfortable so it will last you longer. I need to hop on a newer CRF and compare for sure.

@ChuddleBuggy

7 жыл бұрын

Well, I don't lug the engine, if that's what you meant. The "knock" you speak of comes from detonation, w/c is a result of any or a combination of such factors as: low octane fuel, engine lugging (high load at low rpm), excessive spark advance. Let's call that the "traditional knock" and it happens to pretty much to all internal combustion gas engines. The trademark Yamaha "knock" i am talking about is very faint, but can still be heard at idle speed, if you're close enough to the engine, then gets kinda loud with more load (acceleration or uphill climb), regardless of engine rpm. It almost sounds like the piston rings ringing as they shake about in their grooves. This is the kind of noise you never hear in Honda engines.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

ChuddleBuggy no that's not what I meant, just the sound that it makes is reminiscent of the lug aound sometimes.

I had a Yamaha DT 175 enduro when I was growing up and a little bit over a year ago I had a Baja warrior 200cc trail bike and I converted it to a belt to chain drive instead of chain to chain it hooks right up now and has a way way smoother take off it looks like a little Harley Davidson my cousin has a ninja 250 and I could keep up with him all day I miss it its perfect for riding in town and on back roads and I could go trail riding with the friends when all the guys get together and go riding I surprised a few of 200/250 enduro riders because my Baja warrior 200 trail bike would keep up

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Garyntara7788 Burbank sounds like you made yourself a fun little ride!

Might want to let the clutch out when going downhill and let the engine help you slow you down. You can always pull it in if needed. You have great areas for riding w/o a whole lot of rocks.. We pay hundreds to ride on mini boulders..

I dig it

Ive had a XT250 since 2012 but ive been just riding it on dirt, and I love it. I just got my permit to ride and am looking to take the test for the endorsement. I know its a pretty maneuverable bike compared to others. How difficult was the endorsement test for you? Ive been kinda stressing out about it. Any input from people helps. Thanks!

@hulsfamcalcan

6 жыл бұрын

Did you pass your test yet?

I live in Wichita so that would be a good day trip to Oklahoma City

Thank you for the video. Love the bike! Does it get super hot?

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

No it does very well and it went around OKC and such in the 103 degree heat this summer without fail. It is a cold weather girl though and when it's down in the 60s and into the lower 40s it really loves it and feels peppier. But it won't burn your legs off.

Enjoyed the video and subscribed my friend 👍 I know of a 2015 xt250 that is for sale 4380 miles $1500... I would like to know what would be best price to offer the seller for such mileage and 6+ yr old bike? I wonder how many yrs of use I could get out of it before needs overhaul top and bottom ends with a daily 14 mile around trip out to my country property from town 7 miles each way?

I originally came here for the bike, but what kind of camera are you using? Looks very nice, especially on road. Thanks for the review as well, I'm planning to get one of these pretty soon!

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

ColoradoDashCam Hero 4 Silver and Sony AS100V

@ColoradoDashCam

7 жыл бұрын

Rabid Hedgehog Was the hero the one filming while you were on the road? If so, do you run it off of battery or is it charging?

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

The GoPro is the forward facing camera and I use just it's battery. I usually use a mostly wireless system.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Actually I just remembered these were all the AS100V Sony Action Cams at this time. Not very long after I switched to the Hero 4 Silver after getting it as a gift.

@ColoradoDashCam

7 жыл бұрын

Oh okay, good to know thanks!

Cool man, that's

nevermind just heard you say draper! I grew up riding out there.

Great review! I been debating on one of these for years. The debate has been between the xt250, tw200, drz400, and the honda, but I always like the xt250 the best. Glad to hear a fellow okie's perspective. Thanks for mentioning a place to ride that's not too far from me. How do you feel about the new Suzuki vanvan 200? Would it be ok for a beginner that will mainly ride dirt, and do in town commuting? Also which would you recommend for a 200 mile back road adventure?

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Slim Pickens The XT250. The Vanvan is short on power and more set for the road as well with tire composition and all. The XT250 is great on and off road, so if you are on the trip you can go to road, trail, and dirt roads all in one without worry of tearing things up.

I've never had any experience with the xt250 but I have experience with the xt500 judeing from that it's a really good trail bike

@RabidHedgehog

4 жыл бұрын

It is indeed. A wonderful trail mule is what I called her.

I am torn between a WR and an XT. Although I have 50,ooo miles on heavy road bikes I have zero experience off road and am only 5'6" so this XT looks perfect for me.

@RabidHedgehog

4 жыл бұрын

The XT for sure. The 35/36 inch on the WR is very much a hard thing to deal with when new on dirt, having the low and narrow option like the XT is very helpful.

@PurpleCollarLife

3 жыл бұрын

I have had both at the same time. I sold the WR250R and kept the XT. I had the lowered seat on the WR, but at 5'7", it was still too tall for me whenever I was off-road. The XT250 fits me perfectly and is the best bike for my needs. I made a few videos about it on our channel. Here's one of them: kzread.info/dash/bejne/p2Rhp7N9l9jWYJs.html We'd love if you'd subscribe!

Thinking about purchasing this bike for my 13 year old. However he is 6 ft tall and around 150. Will this be too small for him in your opinion? Did you have trouble riding it because of how small the seat length is?

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Never had trouble riding it at all and I am much heavier than he so it will do good for him.

I noticed your review was over a year ago. Was looking for that bike for my girl. Would you still recommend It? Have you done any motor or ecu, gearing upgrades since and what would you recommend if any?

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

HuskyMoto I would still recommend this bike daily. Mine was fully stock in the engine I only changed the bars, grips, added guards, and levers. It's fantastic as is

Awesome bike, would you suggest this for someone that's a beginner going into "Dirt Bikes" for the first time? I'm looking mostly to use this to go back and forth between school as I live mostly on a rural highway of a 65mph speed limit most of the time it fluctuates though between 50-55 then 60-65 mph on some stretches of the road. But I'm looking more/less to use it as a trail bike not really for time trials and whatnot. Fairly reasonable price (Seems good for a somewhat short guy because I'm like 5" 4' lol) Because I'm getting my operators license in Sept 7th as I already have a small Crossover SUV (05 Rav4 S) But looking forward within the next year or two to save up for an (03 F-150) So I'll be most likely getting a Job soon by Sept/Oct to start saving up money for it lol. Anyways input on your advise would be really, really appreciated. Have a great weekend! :) P.S. greetings from Alachua Florida! ;)

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

This would be a great place to start that is for sure since it can get you on the main roads and down the dirt trails at the same time. It is also a 4 stroke so no need to mess with pre-mix and all the fun stuff and it can do the speeds needed for sure. This bike is one of the lower dual sports as well and if it is needed there are ways to lower this down a little bit. I hope you do get out in the wind soon with one. If this is your first bike for sure take a MSF course near you to learn the ropes as well and that way when you do go for the buy you can have a test ride on it to make sure it is the right one for you.

@floridaoutdoors2211

6 жыл бұрын

Rabid Hedgehog Thanks for letting me know. :) I'm also considering the Yamaha WR250R as well. So hard to make a decision lol.

Hey thanks for the grip tip. I got a 2011. It's my first dual sport ever. Well it's my first motorcycle ever my brothers and my dad and I are all going to ride dual sports together down on trails in like Arkansas. But my dads 6"2 and he wants something thin but doesn't make him look like a elephant on a tricycle any suggestions?

@-Promo.

8 жыл бұрын

yamaha wr250r would be great for your dad

I bought a 2013 model 2nd hand, it had done 22,000 km before i got it but its a great bike. Went on the Chinchilla trail ride 80km loop last year and had no trouble keeping up with most other general riders.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

I will never underestimate this bike. It is a very good kit. I do need some new plastics now from a few more trail rides though :)

@warrenwilliams9021

7 жыл бұрын

I bought an alloy bash plate, rear rack and fitted brush guard. Best bike for me.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

I do need a bash plate still.

@warrenwilliams9021

7 жыл бұрын

I liked your review well done! I forgot to mention I bought a mesh type seat cover, no more sweaty butt although its kinda weird to be flying down the road and you can feel a cooling breeze where I have never felt one before. Btw I live near Brisbane in Australia.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Got a link to that seat?

When off roading, does little fender above the front tire become an issue? Clearance for knobby,s? Getting clogged with mud?

@RabidHedgehog

3 жыл бұрын

Never had any issues in the deep red clay we had.

Problem solved. I'm an XT250, owner now! I like it lots. I'm picky though, ha. 2008, with 6700, actual , at the local Yamaha dealer, 1 owner. Ran out of gas, had to switch it to reserve! Mines carbureted. Fuel injection happened later.

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

About 5 years down the line. Sometimes it does help to have that little switch vs the light. The reserve usually meant you truly had 30 miles. The little light might mean 30, or 60, or you ran out of fuel 5 seconds ago and now it is on just laughing at you.

I hear in Japan they come stock with a few features that America doesn’t get but I may be confusing the 250 with the 225 because mine has a window for the oil but I think the 225 doesn’t for some reason. I saw a video where there is actually a spot on the engine that has a little raised circle where the window should be but it’s just metal

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah they are a smidge different per market. Sadly I do not see the air cooled bikes out lasting emission standards much longer and these little air cooled duals will be gone soon. But they are plentiful and will be kept for years to come.

@jthebk3864

5 жыл бұрын

Rabid Hedgehog yuh I have a California version with a filter on the side of it which is love to rip off but I’ve heard it will cause engine problems

are you riding in oklahoma?

Will any of you guys who know talk about what performance mods can be done to the XT250 to give it more torque? I rode one of these motorcycles about a year ago (a full day of tough duel sport/enduro type riding). I found it grossly underpowered.

@ohwell2790

Жыл бұрын

So, it is a 19hp bike and bitch about it being underpowered, one of the more stupid comments on the net.

I want a Suzuki Dr 350 or a older Honda 250 my uncle has a older Honda 250 enduro nice bike I am going to try to get going it don't need much a carb cleaning new battery spark plugs clean the gas station and I plan to get my 1981 Honda 200s three Wheeler and do some riding

I thought you crashed when the camera fell off.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Luckily no! I hope that it never happens, but this is the world of imperfection and things can happen.

Can you mount a luggage rack off those hand holds? I’m never going to carry a passenger

@RabidHedgehog

3 жыл бұрын

I have seen it done on several so someone is making them.

Please specify exactly what bar and grips you installed. Great video!

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

The bar is the ProTaper SE CR-High and the grips are ProGrip Art Evo 725s. Acerbis Rally Pro X-Strong Handguards.

@SnickterP

6 жыл бұрын

Did you keep the bars the stock width or did you cut them narrower?

Possibly the slowest that trail has ever been ridden by a motorized vehicle. 😅😂

I have a 2015 xt250, have u found a stiffer rear spring for it? I'm about 185lbs and 6ft so its a tad squishy, I rip on it tho, and the fmf slip on and a tune raise the top speed to about 82

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Good speed for the little gal right there. Keep on having fun and ride safe!

@caseycalloway9200

7 жыл бұрын

Rabid Hedgehog thanks bro, same goes to you

like the videos, can u do a 2016 iron 883

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

+Bruce Lee There is a truck coming to Tulsa OK in May so if I do not find one before hand I will do it at that time.

You made the comment that the speedometer "was slow". Are you saying that it read faster or slower than actual speed". I was under the impression that the xt250 displayed a speed faster than actual - but I'm not sure now.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Jan Reeves Some show faster and some show slower. Mine is going around 5 slower than indicated.

Nice review it would be my choice if I get one. I'm 68 and most of my family are against it. I would say that you made heavy work of a simple trail but thanks anyway>

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

That was my second go at that trail... I was worn out and a bit hurt. I kind of hit a tree the first go around and was sore to boot. But it is a great bike and will take you anywhere.

@pebblepoint

7 жыл бұрын

At age 68 (I'm 72), it's time you did what you want. Wives and kids want to control us until we die for some reason. I'm still married after 50 years of doing pretty much what I want, not what they want. I bought a new vstrom for my 71st birthday. I might buy this xt for my 72nd.

@caseycalloway9200

7 жыл бұрын

get a Husqvarna 701 if you want a REAL toy man, thats the ultimate dual sport

@clivegreenall309

5 жыл бұрын

68? You still have many miles to go before you need to stop riding. I'm 71 soon and ride a 2010 KLR650. It's a mission to pick it up when it falls, but I love it. Rgds from S Africa Clive

How's the transmission on these. Is it positive feel or a slush box?

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Very positive. Yamaha did a good job on it.

hey man we should ride together. I got a klx 250. I go to stanley draper a lot.

All the posts seem to love the xt250.. how would it compare to the tw200?

@RabidHedgehog

4 жыл бұрын

TWs are kind of a bogger bike with that fat tire on the rear so it can slog through some tough loose type terrain. It is brutally simple and still old school carb and slower. You have to short shift a TW very quickly to get to road use speeds where as the XT can be drawn out a bit more. XT is also really good for narrow trails as well and is fuel injected so on cold days and mountain trips there is no choke/hard start/ or jetting to complete. If you like spinning a wrench and such go with the TW, not because it is unreliable, just needs adjustments here and there depending on what you are using it. But if you want just start and play, XT.

THe XT350 RIP great bike My 88 has 1200 miles I kid not just bought it.

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

That is sad. Give that thing some love unlike the last owner!

@shckltnebay

6 жыл бұрын

At least is was garaged and looks like a new bike, whats also sad is my 98 that it replaced was stolen from my garage last month and I owned that one for 15 years

I've had mine over 80mph many times. I would also suggest a skid plate.

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

I do as well.

how tall are you sir? just checking to see if its too high for me. im 5'6"

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Leg length would be a bit more important on this one. 32 inches of leg and the seat is around that height as well with suspension give it drops to maybe 30 inches or so. I am 6 feet altogether tall but I have a friend that was all legs at 5'7" and touched down easily when borrowing it as he had 30 inch legs.

How tall are you ?

Thinking about selling my xl650 for this bike. Xl is too tall and heavy for me to do much off-roading.

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

Montana White It's a good trade off. I had the KLR650 and never felt terrible about changing out to this bike.

I got mine up to 125km. Won't do it again

3M ® VHB -> Very Hi -Bond Search for it on ebay you can get it in all widths or just pick some up at Home Depot

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah most mounts use that wonderful stuff, it just happens Sony did not. So when it was replaced that is what I used.

The wr250 is much better off road , but the xt250 is quite adequate as an average trail bike.

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Indeed the WR is better and more potent, but the XT is a solid little ride and being air cooled is much more simple.

So... can it follow the others (on a slower pace)?

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

Right. It is not as fast as a true dirt bike so it can keep its own pace behind them on the trails. And on the street it is fast enough around town to keep pace with the bigger bikes, but on the open highways it will kind of lag behind (top speed is like 77 ish). So either way it kind of keeps its own pace on and off the road.

@jean-marclapierre9413

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the fast answer ! I just bought one as a commuter but.. now im thinking trail... And I was hoping to at least, not be a pain in the a** of the bigger bikes and be able to go at the same place than them offroad (but slower I guess) Thanks :)

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

It does great on the trails. I think that if there was a little bit more aggressive tire set it would improve it's off road traction and help it keep a better pace.

@jean-marclapierre9413

8 жыл бұрын

thank you!

thanks

so they are kinda alike

although this bike can commute, highway and off road, is the best doing trails......his other brother xg250 is used to climb and jump from rock to rock , tree branch etc..in Japan.。。。

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

Wish we could get those.

how much did you pay for the bike? im looking at buying a last years model myself

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

When I purchased it I got it for $4100.00. So right around a grand off.

is the xt250 like the wr 250

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

It's the same displacement but instead of liquid cooled it is air cooled. It has 16 to 18 horsepower vs the WRs 24-27 Horses and 12.1 ftlb Torque vs 16 ftlb. It also has a slightly lower ground height at 11.4 vs. 11.6 but it has a much lower seat height at 31.9 vs 35. It's shock setup is also not as big or has the travel as well. It's kind of the slightly smaller more gentle WR really. Still very capable off road, but not quite as strong or fast as the WR

@garyburbank3833

7 жыл бұрын

Can you make the xt a super moto like the wr

@theantisocial1-

7 жыл бұрын

Gary Burbank was wondering the same thing

Where are the rocks ? Please come and take all you want at Famous Reading Outdoors in Central Pa.. Free !!!

Does it wheelie?

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

Yes it does!

@ozzie6540

6 жыл бұрын

Rabid Hedgehog thanks mate I have a crf 250L when it was stock it was hard to wheelie but I did a few mods now it wheelies fine

what is his maximum speed?

@RabidHedgehog

5 жыл бұрын

On a good day with flat land (good day meaning no winds or temps of 78) this bike would run around 82.

@ateistromka

5 жыл бұрын

he is faster than 225?

When you look down and that tree on the bottom has all the bark skinned off , uh . . . At least your trail marshal put up warning signs . thanks

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

shannon james Well they try. There are several signs, but some were crashed into and destroyed.

in nz these bikes cost 8k new

@NorthwoodsNomad

5 жыл бұрын

Gribblegob wow 😮 only $5,100 new ( 2019 price ) in the states

I can go 67 easily. Great Bike.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

StuartDesign101 I might have a few more tacos in me :) Actually the more I have rode it and as the engine has loosened up I can hold 70ish now. My speedo is off though, GPS shows it around 5-7 off dependent on where it is in speed. So I get an indicated 77 it's actually 70-71. At 45-50 I have to do five over to be sure I'm actually doing the limit. But for the most part I don't care and I just cruise it and speed off road is really not watched anyways.

@ZPDSurvival

7 жыл бұрын

***** Cool. I know today that I blew away cars on a 55 mph road at least. GPS? Don't need one yet. Peace Man.

@ZPDSurvival

7 жыл бұрын

***** 2012 Carb Model. Has not been ridden for months. 1,350 Miles on it. Needs chain adjustment. Oil change, Valve check and inspection. In my shop now.

@ZPDSurvival

7 жыл бұрын

***** Oh ya the Mexico City Blog. Tons of footage. Not yet shared. Many use the smaller bikes. One brand in particular is readily available. "Italica" Not sold in the states. I did just get a Kymco Kpipe that is similar with pit bike motor. Saw many older Honda's and Yamaha's. At the end of my trip I saw one Ducati and did not get a shot. Cheers man.

I thought these were 6 speeds.

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

Yodaismycopilot WRs yes. XTs just 5.

@Yodaismycopilot

7 жыл бұрын

My bad. My apologies. I guess the XT225 was actually 6 speeds. I wonder why they changed?

@RabidHedgehog

7 жыл бұрын

The XT225 was a 6 speed as was the 2nd Gen XT250. 2008+ they went back to 5. I don't know why Yamaha changed it back, just one of those things.

Looks like Oklahoma!

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

It for sure is! OKC area.

@nathanielrhill

6 жыл бұрын

Grew up around stillwater (cushing) stuck in california now! Lol, GREAT VIDS

@RabidHedgehog

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I have been through the pipeline crossing area many times and know that area very well. Once again thanks for the support!

"She can take a beating and she loves it". Sounds like my wife. Just kidding, of course. 😁

It seemed as though you were going very slowly.....very

These bikes have approx, 19 hp. So you get what you get. People who review these bikes should quit with the speed comments and get a more powerful bike.

I'm wondering why you are so slow and breath so hard on the off road section. I want to switch from my 15 KW ebike which is 2/3 of the weight of yours but that off road section would of been a walk in the park for me without using any of the power available. I wish my bike would of been street legal as I love it but law's here are stupid. I have a video posted on my account with a SLOW ride as the forest was very wet and slippery for me after the rain and the chasing ATV has 2 people that were in no rush and it's still way faster than what I see in your video and this was a no effort ride at all, my breath was normal and I never work, not even walk.

Wtf is he doing running that snakey tight single track in 2nd gear? Lol. Jesus dude, you switch out every gear at like 4k rpm max this thing makes its best at 7k guy. Lol. No wonder it's constantly on its face through the entire trail section. Everybody on EFI's dick, I can rebuild/clean a carb in an hour, you gotta take your efi bike to the stealership. Reliability of efi? I think you got it twisted.

Hey thanks for the grip tip. I got a 2011. It's my first dual sport ever. Well it's my first motorcycle ever my brothers and my dad and I are all going to ride dual sports together down on trails in like Arkansas. But my dads 6"2 and he wants something thin but doesn't make him look like a elephant on a tricycle any suggestions?

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

DR400 would do the trick. Or sticking with the Yamaha group the WR250 is taller and a smidge wider than the XT250 as well. It has about a 35 inch seat height.

@jamesthomas1883

8 жыл бұрын

alright man thanks alot and sorry for responding late i was out of data.

@RabidHedgehog

8 жыл бұрын

No problem!