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After riding only 2-strokes for decades, I finally rode a 4-stroke. For reference, KTM 250 2-stroke to a 350 4-stroke. The following points were immediately noticeable on the 4-stroke : 1) It seemed to be glued to the ground, very confidence inspiring (both bikes had off-the-showroom suspension settings). 2) Massive engine braking almost threw me over the handlebars a few times early on. 3) It does stall a lot easier than a 2-stroke. Clutch usage solves that completely though, took 2-3 rides and figured it out, never stalled after that. 4) A surprising amount of heat comes out of the engine and radiator area into the inside of your thighs. Quite unpleasant in the summer 🥵 … rather nice in the winter.

Man, you can ride those trails even on a Goldwing. The main problem with a 4-storke is its compression. You have to drop it into the 1-st gear in a technical section. Otherwise, it keeps stalling pressing against that compression. A 2-stroke has a lower compression and can easily lug in the lowest RPMs even in 2nd gear without any stalling. Another problem is the engine braking. Good on WOT and SX tracks where you know when to brake. Bad on tight single tracks where you can't see more than 20-30 feet ahead. Every time you close/open the throttle in 1st/2nd gear the engine kicks you forward/back and throws you off balance. Takes much more energy to maintain a neutral standing position. That 450, you are hesitating to open the throttle and keep it at 2-5k RPM all the time. A correct way to ride a 4-stroke is to pin it all the way to the top. A good trail 250 4-stroke allows you to put it into 1st/2nd gear and rev it from 2k to 14k RPM without any problems. A 450 SX at 10k RPM in 2nd gear will most likely rip your hands off and get you straight into ER.

2 strokes are better for real enduro riding because you can lug them in obstacles and they won’t flame out or stall in the most inconvenient moments like 4 strokes will. If all you’re doing is riding easy, flowy trails like these then it doesn’t matter if you have a top of the line 2 stroke or a TTR-125, it’ll be fine either way. The 2 strokes shine in the tough stuff and that’s why the pro’s use them.

😂 4. Strokes are big fat heavy pigs and their deceleration uses that momentum to an advantage; Two strokes can't touch... Two strokes are lights and nimble and carry their momentum with less wear on the operator always... While making more power to wait and available torque compared to their mass...

thx

Really nice bike. My buddy is looking at a 2024 husqy fe450 4 stroke enduro.

hey thanks for the help, just say I upload hard hitting map to map 2 etc, how do you take it back of so its standard map 1 and 2

I go back and forth on this quite a bit, between a 450 and 300. I think I’m more comfortable on the 450 but there are sometimes I prefer the 300 if it’s really technical.

I think the 4 stroke wins in just about every situation, other than super tight low speed situations.

Thanks for this very informative video. My new Limited gets built on 10/28, and this will be very helpful!

These new Tacos are 🤢

I got everything set - wanted tire pressure on the right side. I turn the truck off, back on and it’s still tire pressure. 30 minutes later, it has switched to Trip B. Keeps happening to me! Help!

Thank you for this!!!! I was going nuts trying to figure it out on my own. However, customizing the left and right sides of the cluster won’t stay in those positions. I thought I had them locked in with the OK button. Frustrating!

I’ve taken my issue up with the rock chips with Toyota still haven’t heard from them. They did look at it, had my vehicle for a week at the dealership and representative from Toyota said that he would they would get back to me. It’s been a month now no word. I have the arc full mudflaps in the front and micros in the back. It looks good. I still get rock chips, but they have definitely reduced the amount of chips. I know that rock slider step would almost stop the chips completely. I do agree about stepping out and getting the back of your pants dirty with the step or slider. At least if someone opens their door on yours, you’re not gonna get a bang by having the step.

My 24 taco came with 38 tire pressure definitely higher than what’s on the door plate Recommended pressure. I also have rock chips with the factory tires. I have at least 60 chips now.

I’ve been trying eco and normal on my 24 limited 4x4 seems like normal is better for city driving and eco better for straight hwy City I’m getting 19 Hwy getting 21-22 @ 70 mph

Auto detailers use steel wool. You should use the finest steel wool to clean the windows. It doesn't scratch the window but for good measure, be sure to avoid plastic areas obviously

It just rained in Boise and my KO2s were in a traction tier below worthless. Now that it's rained some more, I'm going to see if cleaner pavement doesn't improve things. If they still suck, I'm going to Falken Wildpeaks.

i have the up grade i dont have a sun roof WTF!!!

Love love this taco!

I also smoked my clutch after I installed the stage 3 cam, took about three hours to replace.

Scotch brite can be bought from heavy to extra fine pads. You may have used something too heavy. I know some details will use lots of windex with 0000 steel wool for stubborn spots. You can try that in a small area that is scratched.

9:15min, I'm getting 15.2 mpg daily driving overall in 1500 miles. My 2022 was 16.8mpg in my daily driving . I thought 4gen would be more efficient, but I'm happy with my taco

Great colour! That red isn’t available on TRD Off-road Premium here in Canada. Neither is the Bronze Oxide.

I got my trdsport last month and I have a question about the hood scoop. ¿ Do you know if we can remove it, is only taped or it has screws? just curious to know

Great review. Plan to purchase a Gen 4 in a year or two. How are the KO3 handle on wet roads? Living in the pacific nw, we mostly encounter rain and muddy trails. Thanks!

Scotch bright 😂

Not a big deal but you don’t get the moonroof on the off road upgrade package. It’s an option. You do get it on the premium package tho

Got mine beginning of April 24. As of tonight 11,300 miles. No issues at all 😊

Detailed cars for years. Triple 0 (000) steel wool on the windows. Takes of bugs and water spots, no scratches.

Looking for a long bed in same truck with premium package not sure if they make them ?

Those look like the oem ko3. Do a google search on the ko3 you'll find there's a different tread pattern out there.

Do you have issues with the front hood when closing it,my I have to slammed the front hood in order to close it.

I contacted BFG, I have ko3 275/ 70/17 on the same truck and they said to run 40 psi.

I had wondered why there was a hitch pin in the glove box after making my purchase, now I know thanks.

Do you like it better then your tubdra?

Great video Rodney. I enjoy hearing experiences good and not so good about the truck from fellow owners. One thing I would like to ask you have is have you had any issues regarding the transmission? As you know there’s a TSB on the Tacoma transmissions. Mine falls within the VIN number parameters -wondering if yours does? Have you had an issues? Thanks

Did you find a solution to the rock chip problem on the rear fender flares?

Love this channel. “IF” I missed it, did you feel the need to do “1k break-in oil change”? Just want to get your input on this subject.

How much do these tires cost

It cant do anything you can feel. Just makes more noise. The stock air filter can supply Waaay more air then the engine could ever need. Oddly Toyota designs things pretty well. There is no better throttle response or any other imaginary pretend crap. Want to play a game? Take the filter out, should be a huge gain right? No. Pretty funny though.

Nice review man! Subscribed!

What color is that beautiful

Ko3 they going back to discount tires tomorrow they vibration too much and they already balanced the tires twice. I’m gonna get a set Toyo rt trail

Ko3 they going back to discount tires tomorrow they vibration too much and they already balanced the tires twice. I’m gonna get a set Toyo rt trail

That beeping is reason enough to not buy that truck. New Toyotas make so many annoying beeps I can’t stand it.

You guys need to do the chalk test when the tire is hot. My first set of ko2 wore down unevenly in the center because I followed the recommended tire pressures which was wayyyy too high. I back them down quite a bit on my second set and I have 30k on them now and I can put a ruler across the face of the tread and it's completely flat.

Great video, looking at the 2025 models ❤

Rodney- thanks for the review. A question. I also have a Tacoma with Ko2s. My biggest complaint is the lack of traction when the roads are slick- not a hydroplaning issue with puddles, just slick to make them slippery. Tail out under acceleration and fishtailing on high speed turns when slightly wet. Moreso a tread compound issue versus a water-channeling hydroplaning tread pattern issue. Have you noticed if the KO3s are an improvement? I keep reading they added more silica to the compound, which should make them bite wet roads better , but curious with your experience on the ko3s.

How do I reset the MGP? My digital key stopped working after a week! Thanks for the video. 😊