3 wheelers aren't deceptively dangerous; the masses are deceptively stupid.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 It's gotten worse since the 80s too!

@MatthewC137

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion Yes it sure has! One of the few legitimate duties of government is protecting the people's rights, not stripping the people's rights in the name of protecting the people!

@kollinspencer847

3 ай бұрын

yeah. i can see why people think they are dangerous but once you have enough seat time they are safe and way more capable then 4 wheelers. all three wheeler wrecks are operator error. three wheelers dont decide to flip. but people will always think different

My first- and no question the toughest, atv I ever owned. A 1985 Moto 4 200. As a 12 year old, it cemented my love for atv's, off-roading in general, and Yamaha. I sold some steers my grandpa had given me a few years prior. Paid $1600 for it brand new. Changed oil maaaaybe twice, washed the air filter in a parts washer (only purchased 1 new), rode in every flooded waterway on the farm and hit every creek I could find from a gravel road. Hauled countless 4x8 trailer loads of rocks from the field to the pond spillway and loads of about 16 alfalfa square bales in the hot Missouri sun. I was on top of the world working beside my dad and grandpa. No suspension that year either! We're so spoiled now lol! This has sparked my interest to find another one for the nostalgia. It totally smoked my cousins Honda 125 in a drag race too lol!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

This is exactly the kind of comment I was looking forward too from posting this vid! Love to hear it!

@867diesel

3 ай бұрын

yamaha has ALWAYS smoked honda 🤣🤣

Everybody thinks they need a 1000cc, power steering, IRS, LED everything, painted plastic and then they can't figure out why they can't afford it. Basic machines like this leave you feeling so much more connected to the trail. They're more fun in their own way. Been waiting for this video for a while. Really enjoyed it!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Now we just a true proponent of the sport to lobby for a 300cc sport ATV brought back to the US market... You know anyone?? :)

@firewoodblake1243

3 ай бұрын

Okay fair enough but IRS, electronic fuel injection, power steering, piggy back shocks, CVT’s, etc. are decades old Technology at this point. The ridiculous cost of ATV’s can’t be blamed on those.

Awesome seeing some attention going to some old school quads.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

May be doing a lot more of this kind of stuff is the market stays lame.

First ATV I ever was on -- was one of the no-rear-suspension Moto 4's. A buddy had one, we rode 2-up wherever we could. Thing was bouncy, didn't have enough power to make it up big hills with both of us on, and it was an absolute blast!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

LOL! There's just something about em!

Really brings us back in time thanks bud

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Thanks for the trip down memory lane! I got a Moto-4 200 for my 13th birthday and had a couple years of adventures riding it around the family farm before upgrading to a Kodiak. It must have been a pre 86 model because it was the rigid frame before they added suspension but it was bulletproof and held up to all of the abuse of a teenager. I have fond memories of the full summer days spent riding and building forts.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Love to hear it!! My first wheeler was clapped out 89 Warrior so I missed the awesomeness of the Moto4.. Thanks for checking this out!

I remember seeing a showroom floor full of those things. Still remember the smell of all those new machines. To be a kid again…

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That was before my time, but I would've killed to have this thing at 12. Still excited about it at 40

Please do more of these "throwback" reviews! The new market is pretty stagnant, and prices are so high most people i know are strictly buying used anyways. Some previous generation reviews would be really helpful for the crowd that has no use for a $10,000 atv!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

I'll do my best! I think you're right on about that, market is stagnant, OEMs don't seem to care, and you'd be doing good to get a 24 OTD at 10k!

Our family's first ever quad 🤩😍long live the Moto-4!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Definitely one of my all time top favorites, couldn't say exactly why but I love having this thing around.

@Nomadic-Nerds

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion I'm so jealous you were able to get one, especially in that good of condition for how old it is! Keep fighting the good fight.

Awesome ! Love these old machine videos !

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I'm keeping this one for good.. Not sure why exactly, but this thing gets me more excited than anything on the market today.

These Moto 4 ATVs are the ones that got me into the game to this day I've had every single quad and dirt bike all started with the tri Moto in the Moto 4

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's awesome! I'm glad is video is bringing back good memories!

Dude, I love this! So nostalgic! Everything you said is spot on. Now we have things with more horses than a Texan ranch, weighs more than a single-wide trailer, has more gadgets than a plutonium farm, and costs slightly south of an original Leonardo. Yet, smiles per gallon is unequal. There is something to be said about a ride that wants to kill you every time you put your leg over the seat. The old Honda 125 that didn't have shocks is a great example; it's only 3 mph off from probably being the worlds most notorious serial killer. Anyway, keep up the awesome vids. I often wait a few months just so I can binge your channel. Cheers from KY.

@DirtObseXXion

Ай бұрын

Lol! Awesome comment, thanks brother!

Chad ,I’d be giggling like a schoolgirl too on the Moto !Now that’s the speed I “need” to be riding,slow & steady wins the race ! Loved the old vids too !

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Lol! Thanks Mikey, she's pretty sweet!

Beautiful ATV. Randomly stumbled upon your channel earlier today, and I've been hooked since. I recently got myself an '86 Moto 4 225CC with both front and rear suspension (and the different headlight setup, more similar to sub-modern late 90s-early 00s quads with the two rectangular halogen capsules). She was originally blue, but her previous owner painted her a beautiful olive green. Little to no rust anywhere with a working speedometer, trip meter, and lights. All that I'd ever need. Thank you for making such an amazing retro review on this underrated gem of an ATV platform. Just getting into the hobby as a 16 y/o and it feels nice to see my very own (or similar) ATV depicted in appreciative and nostalgic videos such as these. :)

@DirtObseXXion

22 күн бұрын

Thanks brother! Love seeing a younger fella with a taste for the classics.. I got my first wheeler when I was 16 too.. It was a clapped out Warrior 350.. I loved it!

Love the vintage content and the Moto 4! She's a true ripper and all the fun you can handle!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Lol! Thanks for riding this beast brother.. Hopefully she didn't out perform the race quads!

Again this proves that big HP is NOT necessary for having a great fun factor. That thing is in amazing shape!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Don!

Love it! Awesome to see one in that great of condition.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

It was love at first sight for me!

Such amazing memories!! I bought one of these but it was blue in color I bought one of the very first ones in sudbury ontario and the price tag i remember was 3049.00 since i was paying cash the dude let me have it for 3000 tax in!!! I was one of the very first people in my area to have a 4 wheeler!! i was 25 then im 63 today and still own a sled and and atv!! Nothing like the outdoors!!!!!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Very cool! Glad the video brought back some happy memories!

Our first wheeler was a Honda TRX 200, probably in 84 or so. My dad would put it in third gear as I was to short to reach the shifter and let me ride around in the mud. Loved every minute of it. Now I have a Kodiak with all the bells and whistles that sits in the garage and collects dust. Think I need to pick up a new battery and go ride around in the mud.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Do it while you can!!! It's not like it used to be but the sport isn't dead yet!

That brings back so many good memories! I've start at 9 y.o. with a 1987 Yamaha Champ and climb my way through a Blaster and a Banshee. Now at 45 y.o. I still ride atv. I really like my Renegade xxc 1000r but...the cost of ownership is, I'd say different!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Lol! Yeah owning a biggen is definitely "different" in the cost department. You probably spend more in gas money for one ride than this baby's maintenance cost for a year! Love to hear that you're still rockinthe wheelers tho!

Sweet ride. At 70, I'm down to 12 machines to ride around the property. 3 Yamaha ATC's and 3 Honda ATC's among them. My latest project has been on Harvey Spooners channel, a red and white Warrior. Working 2 jobs doesn't leave me enough time to ride at home but working at a shop allows me to ride everything that comes in the door. Keep up the good work guys and watch out you don't get caught up in piles of panties on the side of the trail.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

"down to 12 machines" - Love that flex!!! No promises on the panties tho! HAHAHA! I'm going to check that warrior project out.. A Warrior review is #1 on my to do list.. That was my first ATV

@atvseatexchange2176

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion If you had any idea how many bad habits I traded in for my new "Obsession", you would understand how I was able to learn some serious lessons during my jail and prison tour. Coming out in one piece with a clear head was a good start and working on it every day is a must. The biggest decision I ever made was turning down 250K and regaining my "freedom", in trade for prison sentences with maxes of 10 years each. Best move I ever made! Later.{ best afternoon in my 40's-750 pushups in sets of 25 walking the yard}

The 80's... It didnt get any better.. Like the 3-wheeler content, even though alot of it was negative.. lol.. Rode mine all day Saturday, and unlike some of the quads with us, kept the bottom side down.. Cool video.. 👍

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Dang Doc I didn't mean for it to come off as negative 🤣🤣🤣.. I'd love to film that ridiculous wheeler of yours!

@doc_teamwaxoffroad

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion more than welcome anytime..

I look forward everyday to a new video from u guys !! 👍🏻

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Truly appreciated brother!

My dad got one for cheap for a job to haul some stuff. I brought it home and ride it around the neighborhood with my kids. Really fun great lil wheeler

@DirtObseXXion

2 ай бұрын

Awesome! Yeah it's perfect for small jobs around the house. That's why I kept this one.. I was originally going to film it and flip it, but it's just nice to have around.

This review is awesome! Please do some other machines! Manufacturers need to bring back some no frills adult atvs. Both utility and sport.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks brother! I'll do my best!

Honestly I've been waiting for this type of video. It was worth it

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

I'm glad to hear that! This is the kind of video that probably won't do well but it's exactly the kind of stuff I want to make!

Miss the 80s and 90s good oldays

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Simpler times!!!

The only ATV I've ever owned is a 350cc 1987 Moto4. I'm the second owner and the original owner took amazing care of it.

What an awesome video. Great editing. That place you’re riding at looks like a ton of fun too. Wish I had something like that nearby.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!!! That's our little atv sanctuary in Canmer KY.. It's not big, but at least it's not crowded

Always awesome to see a classic video from you guys. I'm sorry I haven't had a chance to get together with you guys with my 99 Scrambler 400 4x4.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Josh! I'd still love to do a video on it! Maybe we can figure it out this summer!

Awesome review i would love a 200 yfm I got a 89 350 moto 4 2wd recently so far I like it awesome little bike!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Oh sweet! Classics never die!

That thing is badass!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

🤘

thats so cool man . the bike looked mint 🤙🤙 . i hope you do more back to the future trips to the past and ride more old quads ✌

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Thanks brother! That's the plan! Only problem is I end up wanting to keep them all! Had an eye out for a mint Warrior for awhile.. There's a few machines I really want to do videos on for posterity sake, but the Warrior holds a special place for me.

That thing is super cool. Looks really nice too. The ending was the best part tho lol

@DirtObseXXion

2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Super cool. I so miss the 80s atvs. 😢 I'd give anything to go back to the early 90's just riding my 87 250x at the local area with mojave's and blasters. Being young was nice too lol

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

The good ole days! I know 12 year old me would think 40 year old me is pretty cool tho!

@OdysseyOffroad

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion haha i would agree

Oh mama!! She's a beauty...and you know I'm talkin about that open face helmet with no visor 😂

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣.. Sorry I missed you down in Georgia last month! Schedule didn't work out

@dirttraxtv

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion Luke actually attended that one, but hopefully we'll get to ride together at another event this season!

Ahh the good ol moto 4. I almost got one but I chose the good old Honda fourtax 300.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Another legend for sure!

I own a 1988 model 350cc. I own both a 05 KingQuad and 08 Grizzly but even though the Moto-4 will murder my back at the end of the day, my KingQuad and Grizzly can be replaed. My long-been favorite ATV.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

We had that same conversation last Friday.. I told FB is someone was steal one of my wheelers, I'd want them to take the Raptor.. I can get a new Raptor.. The moto would be much harder to replace

@FullsendOffroad

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion exactly. The New KingQuads and Grizzlies are just as good if not better than the mid 2000s era. No one makes 80's quads anymore.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

@@FullsendOffroad That's exactly right.. That's why I prefer them over anything else.. Don't need a buhzillion buttons if you just make it good!

Love the retro review idea! How about a series with some of those murderous three wheelers?? 200x, 350x, 250R, Big Red, Tecate, Tri-Z?? I know how you guys love the sport/race quads and im right there with you. The 350x was king of thumper hill for years after it was discontinued. Warrior??? Not a chance against the 350x. It wasnt untill Honda released the 400EX in the late 1990s that there was any thumper that could compete with the old 350X. I really enjoy your vids Dirt Obsexxion, and you too ATV On Demand. I still have about 8 three wheelers and ride club and public trails with them here in northern NY. Love my new Outlander 1000, but ill never get rid of any of my three wheelers. Ride Red! 🍻

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Awesome collection! I actually thought about grabbing a 350x a few years ago, the one ATVONDEMAND had built, but rightfully wanted more than I was willing to go.. What part of NY you from? I'm originally from the Binghamton area, Greene to be exact..

@joebarrett5310

3 ай бұрын

I live near Camden NY which is about 15 miles north of the Thruway (I90) about halfway between Syracuse and Utica. We ride Oswego County ATV club trails as well as Tug Hill (Lewis and parts of Jefferson county).

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

@joebarrett5310 Nice! I love it up there ( in the summer ) 😁.. Headed out to Lake George and Vermont on the GS next month!

I love it.thats all anyone needs to get out there.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Exactly!

Bro! Just discovered your channel and while searching past videos I come across this! My first ATV at 14 years old!, '87 or is it an '88? blue moto 4, still have it (im 50 years old!) My 86 year old dad still rides it up in our woods because no clutch lever and it has reverse. I still remember the day we bought it. Dealership was a motorsports AND gun dealer. Crazy, but I remember a "streetsweeper" 12guage (if you know, you know) for sale in the display case for $900. Please don't ask how I remember these things. Some things are burned in your brain. Became a gun guy and still an ATV guy. Currently have an '05 Predator 500 special? Thanks for doing a positive review of this machine! I thought it was lost to history. Consider me subscribed! Love your on machine narration, reminds me of my thoughts while I'M riding lol.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Comments like this make it all worth it! This one was an 86, Blue could have been a few years, the first 84 was blue. I love this machine, planning on keeping it forever! It's great around the house, as a pit bike at races, or casual trail riding!

Great review! I've been rebuilding a abandoned 1991 moto 4 250 the last few years, its so close now! Dual mechanical drum brakes up front, I think 60mm front travel, maybe 80 rear? 25's on the back, low range! Reeeverse and a speedo! I think the 250 was a sort of premium package more then, you know, 250cc (229cc up a screaming 4ccs from the baser 225 model, wow! and you thought Polaris 800's at 760 or a Thundercat 1000 at 951 were liars!) One thing I've found about the older, lighter quads, is since they are so low to the ground (no suspension travel allows this) they are so much safer on off-cambers, and steep ascent\descent, cushy long travel suspension and ground clearance is nice until the thing is threatening a roll over and crush you to little smushed bits! can't wait to get my on the trails and compare, like you said, it'll do 95% the same thing as big monster atv's (which are pretty nice though) 5 speed is fun compared to CVT, well, perhaps the low RPM torque rich Yamaha air cooled do sap a bit of the fun away, but still! fun! (this got long!)

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's definitely premium compared to this one.. I like riding the moto as much as anything else I've owned or tested!

@Kingsoupturbo

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion 250 premium!!! I like your attitude, I have an old Warrior 350 as well, the seating position and pegs on the Moto feel more suitable for adult sizes then the sort of pre-teen micro position on the warrior! nice editing, fun script, great job!

0:45 thought about taking my shirt off 🎶

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Wish you would buddy!!! 🤣🤣🤣

@DUNEATV

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXionLOL

In Canada, the 4 wheel requirement didn't happen until 1986. In 1985 I bought a 225 DR ATC. Wonderful little machine that is still running today. As a younger man in them days, I was not easy on it but it was tougher than I ever would have guessed. It would float me in deep water as long as I kept my weight to the rear and the front air intake above the waterline. I often thought with larger tires, I could use it to fish with in calm water. In '86 the same machine was available but with 4 wheels however Yamaha sold a conversion kit to modify your tri-Moto to four wheels. I need a new bearing in the front yoke. I wonder if those kits are still available lol? P.S. If you ever have to dismount your Big Red in deep water, don't let go of the handlebars as it will turn turtle on you. The yammie will float along even being pulled with a rope !

@Grenvilleter

3 ай бұрын

In 1985 I paid $2050.00 cdn out the door

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Great to hear it's still running, I love hearing those anecdotes from guys who truly appreciate these things!

Awesome video! I ride lots of old and newer machines and have fun on both. Looks like you guys had a bad storm?

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, these are a blast! We had some storms blow through.. Nothing too severe!!

Can you guys do a video on a wolverine 350 the good old original era of sport 4x4

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

I'm wanting to do the Warrior but if the opportunity presents itself to do Wolverine you bet we will!

My dad's side comes from a long line of riders and gearheads and even tho my first bike was a Suzuki rv90. My next bike after that was a yamaha yz80 lol soo yea I'm loyal to yamaha. Also had a Suzuki pe175 too that bike got down too. Only commenting because I have the exact same 4wheeler.. it's not a banshee or a raptor but it's still fun to ride and it's kid friendly

@DirtObseXXion

Ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by brother! I did this video exactly for fellas like you who appreciate the ol girl!

For back then I would think 15 horsepower is quite a lot out of only 196 cc's for the era

Dang I wish I could bring my 2024 grizzly back to 1985 and let them dudes ride it haha

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

They'd have looked like cars to them boys! hahaha!

@Alexb_1775

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion 😆

I think you just like riding old sh*t. Makes you realize the difference between what you want to have fun and what you need to have fun. Don’t need a lot. Though back in the day that Yamaha was a lot.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's exactly right! It really doesn't take much, the important thing is getting out in the woods!

I wish aftermarket performance companies in the companies that make these ATVs and dirt bikes and other machines wouldn't give up on them and stop producing parts it's a shame it's the aftermarket and the factory Captain's machines in the back of their mind When developing new products all these old machines would be able to be maintained on a regular and you could put parts on them that would make them equal with the ATVs in Machinery coming out today

Just got one yesterday for 800

@DirtObseXXion

16 күн бұрын

Nice!

That machine is probably so good on gas you can fill it in Spring and ride 'till Fall.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's exactly right! I just had trouble starting it on Friday, out of gas, realized I hadn't filled it since September 😅.. Lil gogo juice and she was purrin again!

@flyingbriando5521

3 ай бұрын

I was gonna say…we just experienced the seasonal fill up Friday

I like riding old shit too

She may be an 86 but she rides like an 87!!!! We’ve went full circle…1000CC to 200 BMW 1250 to Honda 250L. It’s like we got older and realized slow is fun and hurts a lot less.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

That's the damn truth!

Vintage vid!

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

🤘

Yamaha has had some of the best quality quads over the years !! But they have fallen behind big time !! We need some big upgrades

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

It would be nice to see new models but I'd hate to see the Grizzly or Raptor change too much.. I know a lot of guys want to see a larger displacement option.. ATVs are difficult because upgrades mean increase cost and prices are already get out of reach for a lot of folks..

@markbuck9299

3 ай бұрын

@@DirtObseXXion the prices of the new quads have gone out of control !! I’m in Canada and a new top of the line grizzly is almost 20 grand with tax

it does 40mph

First viewer😮😮😮😮😮

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Sweet!!! Thanks for being brother, truly appreciate the support!

a very weird looking quad indeed. has the same engine as my ytm! but i assume that has the same front travel as my tri moto

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

I'm not sure. It's clearly 90% Tri-moto with a steering stem and bolted on front suspension.. It's pretty handy though, I've found plenty of reasons to keep it around

I've owned 2018+ non power steering and PS models. I'd totally take a modern "base" model with little bells and whistles to fail. And really, a big single is way more than enough. My advice to newbies has always been, you don't "need" more than a 500/570, anything past that is your testosterone speaking to you.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

Agree 100%.. Big singles are the perfect ATV powerplant.. Great advice!

@MatthewC137

3 ай бұрын

Fun is a need and some people find horsepower fun. And if you don't? Well, that's your estrogen speaking to you.

@EC_ATV_Outdoors

3 ай бұрын

@@MatthewC137 there are also those with 5 brains cells, and those with thousands. And typically the ones with 5 are the ones who make us lose trail usage rights.

@MatthewC137

3 ай бұрын

@@EC_ATV_Outdoors My 5 brain cells are more than adequate for critiquing 2 brain cell comments. Only fools and tyrants profess to know what others need.

@EC_ATV_Outdoors

3 ай бұрын

@@MatthewC137do you realize what you said lol

Awesome video guys. Almost 40 years old and still better than a new Polaris 😂.

@DirtObseXXion

3 ай бұрын

You can say that again! There's not a Polaris in the lineup I'd trade the moto4 straight up for!!!