I’m a 65 year old woman who loves adventure riding! Love fire trails in the mountains of TN, NC, & SC...gravel and dirt! My husband and I have been married 42 years and counting. Common interests and a strong sense of humor really help!
Garrett Parker i has a pw80, crf70, crf100/ it was too big so i went back to a crf70 then got a ds90, 1994 yz80, 2016 husqvarna tc85, 09 crf150rb, and now i'm racing my 2018 kx100
Great video, and I gotta say, Alexis is a gem! Your a lucky man to have such a sweetie that not only encourages your passion, but wants to join in and share in the fun!
... Subscribed!! I used to ride and race between 1972 to 1985. It was my addiction. Could not get enough. Videos like yours may get me back on the dirt. I can't put into words how cool it is having your (gorgeous) wife ride with you and others! Doing that together will be creating more than a lifetime of memories. Soooo cool!!! Wishing you both all the best! . Jeff .
These KTM two stroke bikes are outstanding. The smooth clutch makes the bike easier to control in slow sections than the bikes I grew up with. When I was a teenager, at about 5'-4" with short legs, I was riding a CR500. I could only touch on one side with my butt hanging off of the seat. No problem. When things got tough, I just jumped from one side to the other, trying to get a foot down. Admittedly, being a man, I was probably a bit stronger than her. Just keep moving. Your feet go on the pegs, not the ground. Big tires and big suspension are more important off road than seat height; even for slow technical riding, imo. And two strokes are light. Ideal for off road, imo. Great job Alexis, and great choice!
Horrible choice for a short person. The KTM has the PDS rear suspension. Expensive to lower and can only be lowered around 50mm. Most linkage bikes can be lowered 4" or more for less than $100.
Love this whole series with the kx, crf and now this. It’s so hard to find some wife’s a decent trail bike that isn’t ridiculously heavy and under sprung for legitimate trail riding.
I lowered my 2017 KTM 250 EXC-f two inches (I am 5'8", my bike stock is 37.8" seat height). I could ride just fine on the stock height, but in the gnarly rocks and steep stuff here in Colorado I was having a little bit harder time paddling up that stuff. Had to lean too much to one side or the other. Was pretty nervous about lowering it and thought about maybe going 1 inch lower, but ultimately decided on 2 inches. It has been wonderful. No change to geometry or handling, but way easier to keep my feet on the ground to get up the steep, rocky stuff while paddling. So glad I lowered mine.
You should try a KLX 140L change the front sprocket to a 12 tooth, and maybe some other mods. Its a great trail bike that is fun and fairly light. low seat height and electric start. the suspension has alot of settings.
Half of the MX pros could barely touch. It's just a matter of getting used to it. Heck, even Tomac uses starting blocks. Webb, the Martin brothers, Osbourne, Stewart, Carmichael, are all little guys and they have done just fine.
I've re-thought my perspective on a full size bike for Alexis. I now think that a KX100 or CRF150F would be the perfect bike for her, and a full sized bike just seems forced. She'll probably do fine, since she seems to be a trooper, but she will ultimately be more comfortable, and maybe safer, on one of the smaller bikes.
I have a couple of these carby 18 s ,they are great bikes ,put a an aftermarket head and a JD jetting kit in the Mikuni , cleared up the blubbery issue with the carb off the bottom D👍
I sent mine out to race tech and they set my suspension an inch shorter and being set to her weight plus theres an Enduro seat will drop another inch and the pro circuit linkage that's 3mm shorter helps with the tail dropping just a little more. My wife is five ft and her same exact bike as yours she has both toes on the ground COMFORTABLY
My wife doesn't require any lowering, but she had a 99 125exc with a FWW and it was a great bike. Picked up a 13 200xc-w with an estart for her. She didn't have problems starting it, but its just nice. It has a FFW on it and its not jetted super crisp, but she can lug it and it does well. Just need to replace the choke on it.
The other thing you can do is slide the forks up a little and same with the spring too. I am only 153cm and did it to most of my bikes and it helps and didn’t seem to change how they handled
When I saw your FB post I was like, NO WAY, riiiiight, but damn, this is cool. Lowering it makes sense, hell, I even want an inch less on my Beta. The XTrainer would have been good because it's pretty mild on the power delivery, but the suspension is total trash. I'm sure you got all the power valve springs for this KTM, I'd toss in the soft hitting one for her. That is a serious bike fosho! BIG, BIG Props to her for getting a full size bike! The lowend is going to be a game changer for her, that and the magic button! One of these days we'll have to meet up and ride for sure!
Thanks for the video! My wife rides a KLX230 that she loves, but wanting more power. She test road a KTM 250 up in Flaming Gorge this summer. She liked the geometry, but wants 4T. She road my KTM 500 EXCF yesterday and did great, but so tall for her. Going to test rid a 2020 Husky FE350s today. Already all uncorked, GET ECU, etc. We'll see!
I've been thinking lately that these bikes are too tall and heavy for most riders. A 85 SX weighs ~150 lb. And a 125 trail bike which is just a touch bigger weighs ~70 lb more? Crazy. Even the Beta Xtrainer is basically the same weight as the 300. The frames are built to withstand falling 20 feet to flat with a 200lb rider on it or something... I think I'm going to have to try an 85 one of these days, and maybe figure out how to get the 150 xcw engine into it if I realllly like the frame.
Don't let your height stop you from having fun. I'm 5''4" and been riding for over 30 years. Current weapon is a 2017 YZ250X with a SmartCarb, Stealthy flywheel weight and Scott's stabilizer BRRAAAAAAAAAAP🤘
Great job Tanner👍 just an option as well, I am vertically challenged lol and apart from doing both of the bike lowering options, I got Sidi crossfire boots that soles can be interchanged, I got the enduro soles which give a bit more height and grip👍. As far as geometry goes from lowering(Bla Bla Bla), drop front to match back and set static sag to suit weight, springs maybe a great idea if sag cannot be achieved. Don’t be afraid to cut seat, there are some great vids on how to do this yourself, it will also dramatically lower seat height and well ya stand most of the time right, so when a dab is needed the confidence is there. Hope this helps. Goodluck Alexis👍 awesome your giving it a go!
How does the ktm & beta x have the same height? 960mm vs 910mm, that's 2 inches difference... The beta also has thicker seat foam you could easily shave at least another inch off, so you're already 3 inches lower without touching suspension/geometry.
@@Straubberry My bad, heard seat height somewhere. For the record the x trainer is not a toy or stepping stone, there are some talented 'vertically challenged' riders out there that love them for the lower height and they'll go anywhere a ktm, husky, sherco etc will go. Either way have fun on your new ktm because that's ultimately what it's all about ;)
Spacers to lower both shock and forks internally. Perhaps a throttle tamer as well? A 250 enduro 2 stroke is a lot of bike. I ride an XTrainer and it's great - small frame, low seat height, bucket loads of low end grunt - superb in woods/ technical trails. The XT is very poor in open fast terrain (but not as bad as the freeride). Hope you both enjoy your new machines, stay safe!
I have an 04 rm250 I bought new in 05. I've yet to rebuild the lower end. Still all original factory parts. I've changed the piston once. There have been seasons that I've haven't ridden. But my guestimate is somewhere around 150 ish hours. It runs good and has good compression. Doesn't mean I'm not riding a time bomb though. Fingers crossed. I'll try and rebuild this winter.
If your trail rides are shorter than 20 miles in length, may I suggest you try a Sur-Ron X electric motorcycle (dirt bike). It is LIGHT 105 lbs, low seat height 31 inches, and still has very good capability on trails if the rear sprocket gets changed (comes with 48T - recommend 54T or higher). It's cheap (less than $4k brand new shipped), and is an excellent transition bike for learning the handling skills on before going to heavier (200 pound+) trail bikes. I own a 2017 Beta 300 Xtrainer 300, GREAT bike plenty of power and suspension is good for lower speed trail riding, but it is STILL tall at 35.8 inch seat height. I lowered mine by buying a one inch lower seat, sent the forks and shock out for height and revalving lowered 2 more inches. It helped a LOT with my 28 inch inseam.
You can cut another inch or 2 outa the seat form then staple the leather back on theres videos on youtube all you need is a staple gun pliers and razor to cut the foam. But be sure to cut it round on the edges not flat with leaving the edges sharp even tho its foam itll rub on your legs so just cut it rounded on the outside edges
Don't know if someone already mentioned it but ktm has this power valve spring which you can replace whit a stiffer/softer spring for more peaky or smoother power delivery. Maybe the smoother one makes it even easier to ride. Spring is just 2$
Trooper for sure. Spring Rate is first, probably needs changing, forks, and rear Factory rate is probably for a 150, 160 lbish rider without gear. Adjust Sag Re valving Internal lowering for the forks is usually suggested over lowering links Inner fork lowering link I've seen Slaven's Racing recommended, by some good people, he might have Fork kits as well, not sure... She probably has the throttle down by now, as you say, but others (inluding myself) might benefit from a throttle Tamer, I've seen on amazon, 70- $80.00.. Cam Action, brilliant design. Well after all that, this is 4 years after the fact and she'd probably on to another bike by now... 🤔 😅
An xc might of been a better candidate to lower with the linkage rear shock. It is a lot of bike for her but easier to ride then a small bore two stroke because of its ability to lug. Good luck with the new bike be careful it has a lot of power.
Can you pass the forks through the trees .75" or so to steal some height? Kouba makes great lowering links, unsure what options you have on the KTM, no linkage right?
At least tanner spending his money on dritbikes and Alexus looks good own that ktm its about time she's on a 250 and not a little bike but when she gets it lowerd to where she fills comfortable own she'll be able too ride like crazy
I installed lowering links on my DR-Z 400 and it made a world of difference! Much more confident now. I come from a motocross background and I was wondering how to set up the rear shock with the links installed? The "sag" setting has been taken out completely with the links and I don't know where to set the spring preload for my light weight of only 130lbs. Anyone have thoughts?
Agree,a X trainer would have been a LOT easier to learn to ride on mountain trails.they are way lower in seat height and they are geared perfect for tight trails.def my I want bike,and I ride a pumpkin.
u kno u got that bike so u have another bike u can pull and swap parts to and from!! but njoii make her safe and lower that bad boy and she will acclimate to the machine and already seems like she has fallen in love with the ktm.... love it brother please buy me a bike ill be your film dude for a couple years hows that sound... id even be happy with a pit bike..... help a fellow flame head out broham!! love u guys u make a kick-butt couple!! awesome content love your trail ride videos bro god bless!! -p3t3r
With her looks and personality, KTM could move a lot of bikes. They should hire her to advertise and build that bike how ever she wants and needs. Especially with more men AND women getting into riding. I agree with something that you all mentioned before. These companies should gear the bigger bikes towards fitting smaller riders.
We ride at Wayne as well! Maybe we will see you there. We have the same story with seat height. Got the Beta XT for my wife, she liked it but over time didn't like how tall it was for her (she has ridden Hatfield McCoys, Shawnee, Wayne, Saddleback, etc). Moved to a KX100 for her and my son and they will start IXCR this season for fun. In the long run she might be back on the XT.
I'm a pinch under 5'8" and ride a yz250. I'm old and stiff. Getting on and off the bike is a prick. I don't like the seat height at all. It's so uncomfortable I don't even want to ride. I hope to get a newer bike and get it lowered so it's comfortable or I'm done.
You might want to try Carmichael Pro taper bars, they are low. also the bars seem pretty far forward. Pull them back. Enduro Enginnerring lowered on of our bikes.
Not sure you will see this comment in time but MCR Suspension up here in Mi does an amazing job on everything suspension and performance related. Matt the owner used to race pro and now his son also races pro. He has done all my suspension work and many people I know. Makes it very easy to ship your forks and shocks out to him as well! Worth giving him a call for sure!
Hi guys, just picked up a 300 Xtrainer omg wife and daughter loss their minds on how good it is my wife is 5’4” and my daughter is only 14 now we are on the hunt for a second, as a big bore 4 stroke rider I’m blown away I’ve loved my 480rr (500rs) but it make me think maybe a 300rr would be great on our harder rides. Looking forward to seeing you out together, cheers from Australia 👍👍👍👍
Instead, send the forks and shock out for lowering internally, that way the fork and shock are still functioning as intended, and revalved and sprung for rider weight accordingly. Lowering links change the bikes handling detrimentally, especially when riding faster.
💯 agree with puttin ‘er on this bike. I bought my Son a 150XCW last November. Since that time it’s been one engine upgrade after another trying to get more low end power out of it. What i saved in weight I sacrificed in power. He actually does better on my 250XC because of the extra grunt it has.
Well that's definitely not what I expected! Is the W the one with PDS in the rear or does it have a linkage? If it's a linkage you could do a lowering link for Alexis's bike.
That bike is sick, and if she already has clutch and throttle control then it was the smart buy. Now she can grow into the bike instead of outgrowing multiple bikes. Good riding to the both of you!
I would disagree that she would outgrow a beta 300. That bike is still a 300 but with more linear power curve. Less chance of getting hurt in my opinion if she gets whisky throttle. This being said, at her body wt. with a lowering kit, and controlled throttle response, the 250 will pull her around in low to mid range all day long. I'm a vet rider and know both bikes well. I am was considering the xtrainer as my next bike, but am unsure of the distributors ability to get parts quickly, and at reasonable price in my neck of the woods-Central Ontario. Just can't go wrong with Orange.
That's a great dirtbike! You should try NGK iridium spark plug, they are a bit more pricey, but they give more spark at low rpm than conventional NGK, (for the logging), and i've NEVER fouled a plug, even when i've put jets to 3 size bigger for test purpose, great video as always!
Thats' an amazing bike, I rode one for a full day and totally fell in love with it. That's great you got a good deal. Hey, don't forget to donate to someone in help or to an animal shelter.!
Ryan da 5’ 916 yea it’s a struggle I’m 16 but A 125s height is nice but when your turning on a hill and lay it over it’s not, I went on the side of a hill to avoid a log on the trail and laid it over the bike fell on top of me it felt just amazing
When I was younger i use to hope off the bike when I would stop lol good times. Killer score on the bike. It is nice being able to power out of sugar sand an turns
Next video title: "Alexis buys her first cr500!! SO FAST" Lmao! Congrats on the bike! you can try the seat and lower the triple clamps a inch or less as well but if it effects the handling put it back up. Enjoy it!!
Soooooo you buy a different bike when the other one(kx100) fouls plugs. Was the motor due for a rebuild? Rejet the carb? Little insight to the reasoning behind this decision would be nice thanks.
Hey! I'm 5'1 and have been riding a CRF250L, kinda comfortable with it but I am planning to jump onto an XR400 to learn about the carbs and kick starts. I was wondering, how do you kick start as a short person? Thanks!
I’m a 65 year old woman who loves adventure riding! Love fire trails in the mountains of TN, NC, & SC...gravel and dirt! My husband and I have been married 42 years and counting. Common interests and a strong sense of humor really help!
Dude? You buy too many bikes!! Its intervention time!!! Just kidding. You can Never have Too Many Bikes. Good Job
I was actually thinking the same. It's a great problem to have though if you can afford it though.
i'm 13 and have had 26 different bikes..
Ill need him to buy me one😭😭 I’ve been trying for song long😭😭
Alayna Folk that’s crazy I’m 14 and I went through 4 bikes in 1 year rm85 kx250f ktm250sx crf250r
Garrett Parker i has a pw80, crf70, crf100/ it was too big so i went back to a crf70 then got a ds90, 1994 yz80, 2016 husqvarna tc85, 09 crf150rb, and now i'm racing my 2018 kx100
Relationship goals wen you can go riding with your girlfriend
I’m trying to be that gf 😂
@@JuliaBajoolia lets do it!
Alexis, you're a freakin' trooper girl! 5' zero and tackling a full size dirtbike! You rock!!Ride safe and we're all cheering for you!!
Just wait for the videos! She is doing great. Thanks for the support!
is she really 5”?
@@u.p.sclips2288 she looks like she’s 5’3 5’4 ish lmao
Alexis looks like she has white ears from the handle bar guards behind her!
You can install a lowering kit on it
I'm 5'6" and I ride a crf250r and I struggled with touching, I ended up cutting 2 inches of foam out of the seat and it helped out a lot
What is your inseam?
This is gonna be her breakout bike. She may never let it go.
I love the irony of towing a 2 stroke with a Prius
At 5'4", I strained a muscle just sitting on a 450L at the dealership. Props to the decision to get that XCW250!
That 450 has a LOT of weight compared to her bike but I completely understand!
Great video, and I gotta say, Alexis is a gem! Your a lucky man to have such a sweetie that not only encourages your passion, but wants to join in and share in the fun!
... Agree 1000% !!
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I used to ride and race between 1972 to 1985. It was my addiction. Could not get enough.
Videos like yours may get me back on the dirt.
I can't put into words how cool it is having your (gorgeous) wife ride with you and others!
Doing that together will be creating more than a lifetime of memories. Soooo cool!!!
Wishing you both all the best!
. Jeff .
Damn bro, i hope i find a girl one day that wants to ride dirtbikes with me and is as nice as she is. Hope you guys the best!
And cute too!
this gives me hope as a small guy at 5'2
Same. I'm 5'5 wanting to get a 250 4 stroke
@Dipesh Giri I think so too. I'd have to one foot probably but I think it'll be okay
@Dipesh Giri Graham is about 5'10 he's decently tall
These KTM two stroke bikes are outstanding. The smooth clutch makes the bike easier to control in slow sections than the bikes I grew up with. When I was a teenager, at about 5'-4" with short legs, I was riding a CR500. I could only touch on one side with my butt hanging off of the seat. No problem. When things got tough, I just jumped from one side to the other, trying to get a foot down. Admittedly, being a man, I was probably a bit stronger than her. Just keep moving. Your feet go on the pegs, not the ground. Big tires and big suspension are more important off road than seat height; even for slow technical riding, imo. And two strokes are light. Ideal for off road, imo. Great job Alexis, and great choice!
Throw on a helmet, gloves and boots. Be a good role model to other young girls starting out.
Absolutely! Everybody needs a good role model.
She is posing for a picture. Lighten up p___y.
Horrible choice for a short person. The KTM has the PDS rear suspension. Expensive to lower and can only be lowered around 50mm. Most linkage bikes can be lowered 4" or more for less than $100.
Love this whole series with the kx, crf and now this. It’s so hard to find some wife’s a decent trail bike that isn’t ridiculously heavy and under sprung for legitimate trail riding.
When Alexis sits on the bike ,It's doesn't look that big for her. It is a sweet machine!
I lowered my 2017 KTM 250 EXC-f two inches (I am 5'8", my bike stock is 37.8" seat height). I could ride just fine on the stock height, but in the gnarly rocks and steep stuff here in Colorado I was having a little bit harder time paddling up that stuff. Had to lean too much to one side or the other. Was pretty nervous about lowering it and thought about maybe going 1 inch lower, but ultimately decided on 2 inches. It has been wonderful. No change to geometry or handling, but way easier to keep my feet on the ground to get up the steep, rocky stuff while paddling. So glad I lowered mine.
Nice! Good info, thanks for sharing.
YO! That Teal n Orange plastic setup is fire! Just found the channel looking forward to following along!
You should try a KLX 140L change the front sprocket to a 12 tooth, and maybe some other mods. Its a great trail bike that is fun and fairly light. low seat height and electric start. the suspension has alot of settings.
Half of the MX pros could barely touch. It's just a matter of getting used to it. Heck, even Tomac uses starting blocks. Webb, the Martin brothers, Osbourne, Stewart, Carmichael, are all little guys and they have done just fine.
I've re-thought my perspective on a full size bike for Alexis. I now think that a KX100 or CRF150F would be the perfect bike for her, and a full sized bike just seems forced. She'll probably do fine, since she seems to be a trooper, but she will ultimately be more comfortable, and maybe safer, on one of the smaller bikes.
I have a couple of these carby 18 s ,they are great bikes ,put a an aftermarket head and a JD jetting kit in the Mikuni , cleared up the blubbery issue with the carb off the bottom D👍
I sent mine out to race tech and they set my suspension an inch shorter and being set to her weight plus theres an Enduro seat will drop another inch and the pro circuit linkage that's 3mm shorter helps with the tail dropping just a little more. My wife is five ft and her same exact bike as yours she has both toes on the ground COMFORTABLY
My wife doesn't require any lowering, but she had a 99 125exc with a FWW and it was a great bike. Picked up a 13 200xc-w with an estart for her. She didn't have problems starting it, but its just nice. It has a FFW on it and its not jetted super crisp, but she can lug it and it does well. Just need to replace the choke on it.
Set the sag for her weight that should help and you can do it yourself. Dbc has a video on how to do it
The other thing you can do is slide the forks up a little and same with the spring too. I am only 153cm and did it to most of my bikes and it helps and didn’t seem to change how they handled
When I saw your FB post I was like, NO WAY, riiiiight, but damn, this is cool. Lowering it makes sense, hell, I even want an inch less on my Beta. The XTrainer would have been good because it's pretty mild on the power delivery, but the suspension is total trash. I'm sure you got all the power valve springs for this KTM, I'd toss in the soft hitting one for her. That is a serious bike fosho! BIG, BIG Props to her for getting a full size bike! The lowend is going to be a game changer for her, that and the magic button! One of these days we'll have to meet up and ride for sure!
Would be interesting to see if you do the 300 conversion I have a 2020 ktm 250 and have thought about doing the same my self
Thanks for the video! My wife rides a KLX230 that she loves, but wanting more power. She test road a KTM 250 up in Flaming Gorge this summer. She liked the geometry, but wants 4T. She road my KTM 500 EXCF yesterday and did great, but so tall for her. Going to test rid a 2020 Husky FE350s today. Already all uncorked, GET ECU, etc. We'll see!
Girls on dirtbikes gets my tingeling to vulcanic reactions
I've been thinking lately that these bikes are too tall and heavy for most riders. A 85 SX weighs ~150 lb. And a 125 trail bike which is just a touch bigger weighs ~70 lb more? Crazy. Even the Beta Xtrainer is basically the same weight as the 300. The frames are built to withstand falling 20 feet to flat with a 200lb rider on it or something... I think I'm going to have to try an 85 one of these days, and maybe figure out how to get the 150 xcw engine into it if I realllly like the frame.
Wow that’s cool that you both talk about bikes. I think it’s really cool to be able to talk bikes with someone who has the same passion. Awesome. 👍🏼👍🏼
Don't let your height stop you from having fun. I'm 5''4" and been riding for over 30 years. Current weapon is a 2017 YZ250X with a SmartCarb, Stealthy flywheel weight and Scott's stabilizer BRRAAAAAAAAAAP🤘
I hope you got her full body armour!!! 😲 Atleast it’s lighter than a 4 stroke tho.. and when yours breaks you have a back up bike ahaha😜
Great job Tanner👍 just an option as well, I am vertically challenged lol and apart from doing both of the bike lowering options, I got Sidi crossfire boots that soles can be interchanged, I got the enduro soles which give a bit more height and grip👍. As far as geometry goes from lowering(Bla Bla Bla), drop front to match back and set static sag to suit weight, springs maybe a great idea if sag cannot be achieved. Don’t be afraid to cut seat, there are some great vids on how to do this yourself, it will also dramatically lower seat height and well ya stand most of the time right, so when a dab is needed the confidence is there. Hope this helps. Goodluck Alexis👍 awesome your giving it a go!
Can't you just drop the forks in the clamps? Probably a lowering spring for the rear.
You can get custom shocks so it can reduce the height it’s around $500-900 also kickstand it can be around 35.7 inches
How does the ktm & beta x have the same height? 960mm vs 910mm, that's 2 inches difference... The beta also has thicker seat foam you could easily shave at least another inch off, so you're already 3 inches lower without touching suspension/geometry.
Not same height, same weight!
@@Straubberry My bad, heard seat height somewhere. For the record the x trainer is not a toy or stepping stone, there are some talented 'vertically challenged' riders out there that love them for the lower height and they'll go anywhere a ktm, husky, sherco etc will go. Either way have fun on your new ktm because that's ultimately what it's all about ;)
Spacers to lower both shock and forks internally. Perhaps a throttle tamer as well? A 250 enduro 2 stroke is a lot of bike. I ride an XTrainer and it's great - small frame, low seat height, bucket loads of low end grunt - superb in woods/ technical trails. The XT is very poor in open fast terrain (but not as bad as the freeride). Hope you both enjoy your new machines, stay safe!
She handles the power just fine, we will be getting it lowered though! Thanks for watching Ron.
Oh dear! More pumpkins 😅
Great to see you out riding Alexis
My first bike was a yz250 2 stroke on the age of 17 couple months later picked up a kx450 😅
I have an 04 rm250 I bought new in 05. I've yet to rebuild the lower end. Still all original factory parts. I've changed the piston once. There have been seasons that I've haven't ridden. But my guestimate is somewhere around 150 ish hours. It runs good and has good compression. Doesn't mean I'm not riding a time bomb though. Fingers crossed. I'll try and rebuild this winter.
If your trail rides are shorter than 20 miles in length, may I suggest you try a Sur-Ron X electric motorcycle (dirt bike). It is LIGHT 105 lbs, low seat height 31 inches, and still has very good capability on trails if the rear sprocket gets changed (comes with 48T - recommend 54T or higher). It's cheap (less than $4k brand new shipped), and is an excellent transition bike for learning the handling skills on before going to heavier (200 pound+) trail bikes. I own a 2017 Beta 300 Xtrainer 300, GREAT bike plenty of power and suspension is good for lower speed trail riding, but it is STILL tall at 35.8 inch seat height. I lowered mine by buying a one inch lower seat, sent the forks and shock out for height and revalving lowered 2 more inches. It helped a LOT with my 28 inch inseam.
You can cut another inch or 2 outa the seat form then staple the leather back on theres videos on youtube all you need is a staple gun pliers and razor to cut the foam. But be sure to cut it round on the edges not flat with leaving the edges sharp even tho its foam itll rub on your legs so just cut it rounded on the outside edges
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loosen the triple clamps and move the suspension forks up about an inch, this will lower the front end a bit.
Don't know if someone already mentioned it but ktm has this power valve spring which you can replace whit a stiffer/softer spring for more peaky or smoother power delivery. Maybe the smoother one makes it even easier to ride. Spring is just 2$
Dammm what a cutie! BUT why not just stick w? the Honda150 Big Wheel? maybe even TTR125 or KLX140 G/L/R?
A, can the forks be slid up the triple trees. B,is there a smaller rear wheel that can fit.
Trooper for sure.
Spring Rate is first, probably needs changing, forks, and rear
Factory rate is probably for a 150, 160 lbish rider without gear.
Adjust Sag
Re valving
Internal lowering for the forks is usually suggested over
lowering links Inner fork lowering link
I've seen Slaven's Racing recommended, by some good people,
he might have Fork kits as well, not sure...
She probably has the throttle down by now, as you say,
but others (inluding myself) might benefit from a throttle Tamer,
I've seen on amazon, 70- $80.00.. Cam Action, brilliant design.
Well after all that, this is 4 years after the fact and she'd probably
on to another bike by now...
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I'm 5'0 my husband just got me a 02 Honda cr80. The bike being so big makes me nervous, I've only ever rode a mini bike *small 50cc*
An xc might of been a better candidate to lower with the linkage rear shock. It is a lot of bike for her but easier to ride then a small bore two stroke because of its ability to lug. Good luck with the new bike be careful it has a lot of power.
While I agree it can still be lowered internally! We both prefer the XCW’s low first gear.
Can you pass the forks through the trees .75" or so to steal some height? Kouba makes great lowering links, unsure what options you have on the KTM, no linkage right?
At least tanner spending his money on dritbikes and Alexus looks good own that ktm its about time she's on a 250 and not a little bike but when she gets it lowerd to where she fills comfortable own she'll be able too ride like crazy
230/250 trail bikes always gonna be heavy..like 235-250#, 35-37" seat height..the CRF150RB is like what 32-34 inch seat 190#s? dry
Dude I’m 5’9 and I’m bout to get a 2021 exc 350 and it’s getting lowered 2 inches
I installed lowering links on my DR-Z 400 and it made a world of difference! Much more confident now. I come from a motocross background and I was wondering how to set up the rear shock with the links installed? The "sag" setting has been taken out completely with the links and I don't know where to set the spring preload for my light weight of only 130lbs. Anyone have thoughts?
I think the X trainer would suit her great, extremely linear smooth power, lower seat height and smaller frame, these bikes are very nimble.
Man I followed a guy on a beta x trainer and that thing in 1st gear could just put around at the slowest speeds and not stall. It was nuts.
Agree,a X trainer would have been a LOT easier to learn to ride on mountain trails.they are way lower in seat height and they are geared perfect for tight trails.def my I want bike,and I ride a pumpkin.
u kno u got that bike so u have another bike u can pull and swap parts to and from!! but njoii make her safe and lower that bad boy and she will acclimate to the machine and already seems like she has fallen in love with the ktm.... love it brother please buy me a bike ill be your film dude for a couple years hows that sound... id even be happy with a pit bike..... help a fellow flame head out broham!! love u guys u make a kick-butt couple!! awesome content love your trail ride videos bro god bless!!
-p3t3r
Lowering link and drop the forks a little loosen and move up
It’s PDS in the rear!
That's where the duel sport tires came from
2 Stroke!!!!
With her looks and personality, KTM could move a lot of bikes. They should hire her to advertise and build that bike how ever she wants and needs. Especially with more men AND women getting into riding.
I agree with something that you all mentioned before. These companies should gear the bigger bikes towards fitting smaller riders.
You guys are great. What an uplifting video 😁
We ride at Wayne as well! Maybe we will see you there. We have the same story with seat height. Got the Beta XT for my wife, she liked it but over time didn't like how tall it was for her (she has ridden Hatfield McCoys, Shawnee, Wayne, Saddleback, etc). Moved to a KX100 for her and my son and they will start IXCR this season for fun. In the long run she might be back on the XT.
I'm a pinch under 5'8" and ride a yz250. I'm old and stiff. Getting on and off the bike is a prick. I don't like the seat height at all. It's so uncomfortable I don't even want to ride. I hope to get a newer bike and get it lowered so it's comfortable or I'm done.
How old please? I'm 61 and have 4 bikes.
Thank you.
You might want to try Carmichael Pro taper bars, they are low. also the bars seem pretty far forward. Pull them back. Enduro Enginnerring lowered on of our bikes.
Good thinking!
Where in Ohio are you guys at/what trails do you often ride?
Not sure you will see this comment in time but MCR Suspension up here in Mi does an amazing job on everything suspension and performance related. Matt the owner used to race pro and now his son also races pro. He has done all my suspension work and many people I know. Makes it very easy to ship your forks and shocks out to him as well! Worth giving him a call for sure!
Thank you for the suggestion!
Hi guys, just picked up a 300 Xtrainer omg wife and daughter loss their minds on how good it is my wife is 5’4” and my daughter is only 14 now we are on the hunt for a second, as a big bore 4 stroke rider I’m blown away I’ve loved my 480rr (500rs) but it make me think maybe a 300rr would be great on our harder rides. Looking forward to seeing you out together, cheers from Australia 👍👍👍👍
300rr for sure! Thank you for the comment and cheers from the states!
Great buy. If you find a good suspension shop in your area it's probably worth letting them do it. Maybe work a deal for some promo 👍
KTM has a 2' lowering kit that will help alot
We will definitely be getting her one!
Instead, send the forks and shock out for lowering internally, that way the fork and shock are still functioning as intended, and revalved and sprung for rider weight accordingly. Lowering links change the bikes handling detrimentally, especially when riding faster.
He’s a good guy, couple goals...you gotta bring your helmet with you next time tho.
💯 agree with puttin ‘er on this bike. I bought my Son a 150XCW last November. Since that time it’s been one engine upgrade after another trying to get more low end power out of it. What i saved in weight I sacrificed in power. He actually does better on my 250XC because of the extra grunt it has.
Well that's definitely not what I expected! Is the W the one with PDS in the rear or does it have a linkage? If it's a linkage you could do a lowering link for Alexis's bike.
Yes it is the PDS so it will have to be lowered internally from what I understand!
I'm interested to see how that's done, even though I'm not a KTM owner! Keep up the good content, and enjoy the new bike(s)!
That bike is sick, and if she already has clutch and throttle control then it was the smart buy. Now she can grow into the bike instead of outgrowing multiple bikes. Good riding to the both of you!
Thank you! That’s the plan!
Those two strokes will love the engine braking
The beta is such a great looking dirt bike! Yamaha are cute as well.
Agreed!
So newbie here. Can you or do you ride these on the street? And again what years are your bikes withe carburetors?
Some of them you can, depends on what it gets titled as, these are both 2018's they switched to TPI halfway through the year.
Wow, 6 bikes ?! lol. Man the golden rule in life... DONT OVERTHINK IT, and less is more >
Hey mate, do you have an update on the lowering process? My fiancé is 5ft and currently on a DR125L.
No update! Decided just to learn to ride it as is.
I would disagree that she would outgrow a beta 300. That bike is still a 300 but with more linear power curve. Less chance of getting hurt in my opinion if she gets whisky throttle. This being said, at her body wt. with a lowering kit, and controlled throttle response, the 250 will pull her around in low to mid range all day long. I'm a vet rider and know both bikes well. I am was considering the xtrainer as my next bike, but am unsure of the distributors ability to get parts quickly, and at reasonable price in my neck of the woods-Central Ontario. Just can't go wrong with Orange.
I agree Sam! While the Xtrainer would have been a great bike I still feel that we made the right choice.
I ride with an old timer that's a really good rider and he's short. He put 1.5in blocks on the bottom of his boots. Just an idea.
I’m 5.2 I love my 450x I just jump on that kickstart like my life depends on it
Turd Butt 😂
''Blocks'', what exactly do you mean by blocks please? Of wood??
Thank you.
@@tpv59 yes sir.
Nice video..! Her smile is infectious..! And I only have 5 bikes...I’m way behind..lol
lol so really tanner got a new bike and Alexis got the hammy down.
Monstrous fossil beast. Could she please revv it until it blows? That would make one hell of a show! ; )
So do you still have any of her last 3 bikes or was they sold before the next bike come in
All sold! 😞
That's a great dirtbike! You should try NGK iridium spark plug, they are a bit more pricey, but they give more spark at low rpm than conventional NGK, (for the logging), and i've NEVER fouled a plug, even when i've put jets to 3 size bigger for test purpose, great video as always!
Thank you for the suggestion!
Short chicks: Don't look down on them... and they'll always look up to you... try to see eye to eye. Lol.
Thats' an amazing bike, I rode one for a full day and totally fell in love with it. That's great you got a good deal. Hey, don't forget to donate to someone in help or to an animal shelter.!
They are amazing! And for sure!
I have the same struggle on my kx 125 and I’m 5 ft 9
Ryan da 5’ 916 yea it’s a struggle I’m 16 but A 125s height is nice but when your turning on a hill and lay it over it’s not, I went on the side of a hill to avoid a log on the trail and laid it over the bike fell on top of me it felt just amazing
This is so excellent! You two are great!
When I was younger i use to hope off the bike when I would stop lol good times. Killer score on the bike. It is nice being able to power out of sugar sand an turns
Gotta do what ya gotta do! Power is always nice to have when you need it.
Do you have a update of the lowering and the suspension changes? My girlfriend is 5 foot and trying to get her a full size bike
On that bike how tall is the top of the seat to the ground.
Next video title: "Alexis buys her first cr500!! SO FAST" Lmao!
Congrats on the bike! you can try the seat and lower the triple clamps a inch or less as well but if it effects the handling put it back up. Enjoy it!!
Man bro the orange blossom is clean real clean you come up on some good ones
Soooooo you buy a different bike when the other one(kx100) fouls plugs. Was the motor due for a rebuild? Rejet the carb? Little insight to the reasoning behind this decision would be nice thanks.
Motor was fresh they are just race bikes that need wide open throttle consistently, Lectron would have helped.
Hey! I'm 5'1 and have been riding a CRF250L, kinda comfortable with it but I am planning to jump onto an XR400 to learn about the carbs and kick starts. I was wondering, how do you kick start as a short person? Thanks!
Definitely fooled me! I think it's awesome she is riding a full size bike in 4 months!
Thank you Rick! 😊