Yeah, it really does! Make me appreciate both bikes because you see how easy a modern bike can make things but you also see how the old school bikes can still hold their own pretty well even with limited suspension and power.
25 model hits my local dealer floor in 2 weeks im buying one this bike is the most capable off road /single track gnarly terrain riding bike i have ever seen one question Sachs suspension is it enough when things get a little faster small jumps whooped out etc are there upgrades ??? more content plz
It’s the best tight woods bike I’ve ever ridden. High speed isn’t too bad but definitely not setup for that. It will handle it in small doses with no problem. I’m still running stock everything and it’s been fine. I only hit high speed stuff from time to time.
I'm liking the vids . I have a question. Would like to get your opinion on. I'm 5 foot 11 260lb and 51 years young . All of the modern 2 strokes are to high strung and to tall for me and I can't stand a four stroke for slow trail riding. Have you ever thought about doing a big wheel conversion to a modern 2 stroke? There's a guy/company in Arizona BVC that does ATC and big wheel conversions for modern bikes I've have ridden a Yamaha BW200 years ago and the traction was unbelievable front and rear but it just was a slug on power and on ground clearance. I'm thinking of getting a X trainer and doing a BW conversation I've talked to this guy and he says that the conversation just gives up about an inch of clearance. Lol after rolling your eyes what is your opinion of this idea? You seem experienced in my kind of terrain so any feedback before I spend 14k on bike and conversation would be appreciated. Thanks
Have you sat on an XTrainer? They are great for short guys like me. I’m 5’8 around 180lbs and I can almost flat foot. I would try it first. This bike gets traction the way it is because it’s geared and tuned for tight nasty stuff. The hit is so smooth you don’t even notice it. With the wet map tune makes it even more mellow and tractable. And thanks! I’m glad you are enjoying the vids!
@@Garage2Trail thanks for the reply ! Yes I've ridden one for a few minutes and it was fine height wise but I'm 100lb heavier than the suspension was set up for . I've ridden old Yamaha TD's mostly so I'm used to a very low seat height and I'm getting older . I ride in the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee very steep if I let it get away from me to the down hill side it can get rough on an old man lol. I want a new modern bike parts are getting hard to find for the dt400 and the brakes have always been terrible! I'm just exploring options at this point I'm wanting something easy to ride I'm not in a hurry to get to the end of the trial. I'm going to buy a x trainer for sure I'm not sure about the bw conversation. Thanks! Most people don't think the bw is the way to go I'm not sure yet. I keep remembering that bw200 and the way it would climb the only thing that would stop it was the lack of power. Thanks again
@@Garage2Trail if you ever ride an old BW you will understand where I'm at ! They get more traction than your thinking! The issue is the guy that does the kits hasn't done a x trainer so he needs my bike to the kit and he is a beta dealer so I could buy one from him and save a lot of money in shipping! Thank you for taking the time to talk with me. God Bless
Riding the vintage bikes really shows how easy the XTrainer makes technical terrain I would imagine.
Yeah, it really does! Make me appreciate both bikes because you see how easy a modern bike can make things but you also see how the old school bikes can still hold their own pretty well even with limited suspension and power.
Does look a lot easier and more fun with buddies
A good ride. Love the sound of a two stroke.
Me too!
Looks like you had a fun days riding. Nice video footage.
Thanks!
25 model hits my local dealer floor in 2 weeks im buying one this bike is the most capable off road /single track gnarly terrain riding bike i have ever seen one question Sachs suspension is it enough when things get a little faster small jumps whooped out etc are there upgrades ??? more content plz
It’s the best tight woods bike I’ve ever ridden. High speed isn’t too bad but definitely not setup for that. It will handle it in small doses with no problem. I’m still running stock everything and it’s been fine. I only hit high speed stuff from time to time.
I'm liking the vids . I have a question. Would like to get your opinion on. I'm 5 foot 11 260lb and 51 years young . All of the modern 2 strokes are to high strung and to tall for me and I can't stand a four stroke for slow trail riding. Have you ever thought about doing a big wheel conversion to a modern 2 stroke? There's a guy/company in Arizona BVC that does ATC and big wheel conversions for modern bikes I've have ridden a Yamaha BW200 years ago and the traction was unbelievable front and rear but it just was a slug on power and on ground clearance. I'm thinking of getting a X trainer and doing a BW conversation I've talked to this guy and he says that the conversation just gives up about an inch of clearance. Lol after rolling your eyes what is your opinion of this idea? You seem experienced in my kind of terrain so any feedback before I spend 14k on bike and conversation would be appreciated. Thanks
Have you sat on an XTrainer? They are great for short guys like me. I’m 5’8 around 180lbs and I can almost flat foot. I would try it first. This bike gets traction the way it is because it’s geared and tuned for tight nasty stuff. The hit is so smooth you don’t even notice it. With the wet map tune makes it even more mellow and tractable. And thanks! I’m glad you are enjoying the vids!
@@Garage2Trail thanks for the reply ! Yes I've ridden one for a few minutes and it was fine height wise but I'm 100lb heavier than the suspension was set up for . I've ridden old Yamaha TD's mostly so I'm used to a very low seat height and I'm getting older . I ride in the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee very steep if I let it get away from me to the down hill side it can get rough on an old man lol. I want a new modern bike parts are getting hard to find for the dt400 and the brakes have always been terrible! I'm just exploring options at this point I'm wanting something easy to ride I'm not in a hurry to get to the end of the trial. I'm going to buy a x trainer for sure I'm not sure about the bw conversation. Thanks! Most people don't think the bw is the way to go I'm not sure yet. I keep remembering that bw200 and the way it would climb the only thing that would stop it was the lack of power. Thanks again
@ gotcha. I really can’t comment on the big wheel conversion as I’ve never tried it myself. Wish I could offer more advice for you on that!
@@Garage2Trail if you ever ride an old BW you will understand where I'm at ! They get more traction than your thinking! The issue is the guy that does the kits hasn't done a x trainer so he needs my bike to the kit and he is a beta dealer so I could buy one from him and save a lot of money in shipping! Thank you for taking the time to talk with me. God Bless
You got it! Is it anything big like riding a TW200? My brother has one and I’ve ridden that a bunch
What size is the engine and is that street legal
300cc 2stroke and it is street legal
What jetting are you on?
Bike sounds very crisp. Are you riding at altitude?
Stock jetting and I’m riding in western PA so we aren’t at very high altitude. Bike always runs perfect!
Hello can you flat foot on your x trainer
Not quite but almost. I can comfortably sit with both feet touching though.