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Megan Griffiths: Should you buy a two stroke or a four stroke?

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  • Опубликовано: 7 янв 2016
  • Hello guys! I made this video to help you make a decision on whether you should buy a two stroke or a four stroke. Keep in mind, your decision will be different depending on your size, riding style, and what type of riding you like to do (motocross, endurocross, woods riding etc.). It is all rider preference! I hope the information in this video is some what beneficial to all you guys out shopping for a new bike!

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  • @logancollins7068
    @logancollins7068 7 лет назад +40

    "EVERYONE BUY TWO BIKES!"
    Well said

  • @DirtBikeChannel
    @DirtBikeChannel 8 лет назад +143

    I agree. Buy one of each! If you can't afford both, get the cheaper one that is easier to maintain. That would be the 2 stroke :) Most guys won't have to worry about jetting after they get it dialed in once.

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +6

      Good call 👍. Both are amazing machines.

    • @MR-04
      @MR-04 6 лет назад +7

      No 4 Stroke !!!
      ALL THE WAY !!!!!!!!!!

    • @aapbehr
      @aapbehr 6 лет назад

      I would agree with the jetting to an extent. I have to adjust my idle air screw with the weather. When I lived in Colorado it wasn’t an issue. But now on the east coast it needs to be adjusted with the temperature and humidity.

    • @kagamine_rin0294
      @kagamine_rin0294 5 лет назад +2

      You wont have to fix your 4 stroke

    • @sciencemilitia1853
      @sciencemilitia1853 5 лет назад +2

      @@kagamine_rin0294 Bull shit!

  • @oherroprease207
    @oherroprease207 8 лет назад +146

    A few things I'd add:
    -4 Strokes are a lot harder to start when you stall them while riding. (A lot of people buy the "hot start" to help)
    -If you plan to cruise, a 2 stroke is not ideal. Staying at a constant rpm is not something it like to do, you are either decelerating or accelerating. There isn't really a middle option.
    -I recommend 4 strokes to beginners so they can get used to riding with the predictable response you talked about. I've had many friends flip my old kx85 because they hit the power band WOT and went over board. That's not going to happen on a 4 stroke.
    -You forgot to say with 2 strokes the piston fires every time it goes up! with the 4 stroke it's every other time. That's a big reason why you have more power in the 2 stroke. With a 4 stroke it's "1 stroke for power, 3 strokes to wear the engine out" XD
    That's about all I can think of at the moment

    • @milomindabinda8115
      @milomindabinda8115 8 лет назад +7

      100% correct.

    • @alfredo42o
      @alfredo42o 8 лет назад +2

      +oHerroPrease i dont really agree with the 4 strokes are harder to start, thats really only true with 450's and 500's

    • @milan5159
      @milan5159 7 лет назад +1

      oHerroPrease lol i started on a 2stroke and.still ride one

    • @jonathankoulai494
      @jonathankoulai494 7 лет назад +1

      oHerroPrease u seem experienced with dirt bike and I need some help since im planning to buy my first dirt bike do u have kik?

    • @guccigangsters6922
      @guccigangsters6922 5 лет назад

      Is a 4 stroke automatic?

  • @65elcamino283
    @65elcamino283 7 лет назад +104

    i'm going to show this video to my girl, so she can stop asking me why i need two bikes. lol

    • @frogzie
      @frogzie 7 лет назад

      So this video is obviously useful!

    • @65elcamino283
      @65elcamino283 7 лет назад

      haha yup!! ironic timing here too. i am going to go check out a tt-r125 for her after work today! she just decided to try riding with me!!!

  • @oherroprease207
    @oherroprease207 8 лет назад +442

    Once you ride a 2 stroke you'll stay addicted to the Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang Bang.

    • @davidbeck5628
      @davidbeck5628 8 лет назад

      +mdo686 I ride both but mostly my 450

    • @kongenisinghetto2327
      @kongenisinghetto2327 8 лет назад +6

      I just got my 1988 honda mt5 50cc completely original and its almost as fast as my 125cc pitbike LOL im now addicted to 2 smokers

    • @dylanspain8369
      @dylanspain8369 8 лет назад +1

      then if you want to win you buy a four stroke

    • @davindrachenberg8536
      @davindrachenberg8536 8 лет назад +3

      I've ridden 125 2 stroke for a year and I am going for 4 stroke lol.

    • @terinaglennie818
      @terinaglennie818 8 лет назад +1

      wtf

  • @devodar2579
    @devodar2579 8 лет назад +7

    I like them both. I just purchased a 450 four stroke and I gotta tell you, this thing is a blast. Gobs of power and sounds awesome. I will probably buy a 300 two stroke after a few years just to go back to an ultra light bike. Great vid, Megan you did a nice job... very professional.

  • @spencermoran5282
    @spencermoran5282 8 лет назад

    Thanks for the video. I've been trying to find a good video like this.

  • @justanotherchannel6424
    @justanotherchannel6424 6 лет назад

    Ur absolutely right having one of each would be best thing, to take advantage of different riding conditions and to have the most fun possible !

  • @YzBlue777
    @YzBlue777 8 лет назад +95

    2 stroke for the dirt' 4 stroke for the street!!

  • @amyrat2204
    @amyrat2204 8 лет назад +7

    I'd take 4 strokes for the trails cause of the low end power it really helps on the tough parts of the trails and when u need to go slow and easy and I'd take 2strokes for the track because they make a lot of power and just do really well on the track where u need speed and power right there but in the woods 2strokes do get a little harder to manage than 4strokes but personally I prefer 2 strokes but am still a big fan of 4strokes basicaly all bikes are great dont discriminate . 😂

  • @stevehenley8409
    @stevehenley8409 8 лет назад +38

    i did have both.but now just run two stroke way more fun and cheaper to fits.

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +1

      +steve henley Definitely! And so much simpler.

    • @stevehenley8409
      @stevehenley8409 8 лет назад

      +Megan Griffiths yep crosscountry raceing next month can't wait.four rounds.good fun.

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 7 лет назад

      steve henley agreed

  • @joebrownfield7946
    @joebrownfield7946 8 лет назад +19

    One thing I think you should've mentioned is that when it comes to any slow and technical riding when there's not a lot of air moving through, the 4 strokes will start to overheat way quicker than any 2 stroke. Very well done video and very informative :).

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +3

      +Jeremy Miguire (Raptor Killa) Yes for sure! My two stoke never overheats. The only time I've ever smelled coolant was when my rad hose was leaking when I was filming for Episode 3 of the web series hahaha. There are actually a ton of other things I would have liked to mention. It's tough to keep a video under 5 minutes! I also would have mentioned that the two strokes are much easier to start. Even with the electric start on both, the 2 strokes start up much better. There are so many things...
      I really appreciate the comment and you supporting my channel Jeremy :D.

    • @simonsryd1
      @simonsryd1 8 лет назад +1

      In Sweden ktm is called "koka till mål" (boil to finish) and that's why powerparts offer an electric cooling fan for the radiator and the issue is solved! :-)

    • @vevohoeyo
      @vevohoeyo 8 лет назад +3

      in years of riding 4 strokes iv never had an overheating issue no matter what conditions. it's down to the fact that Muppets don't service there bikes

    • @joebrownfield7946
      @joebrownfield7946 8 лет назад +2

      +vevohoeyo 4 strokes will overheat quick if no air is moving through the radiator, that's a fact not an opinion.

    • @vevohoeyo
      @vevohoeyo 8 лет назад +1

      +Jeremy Miguire (Raptor Killa) one thing u should do is stick to your 2 stroke while the rest of the world moves on

  • @HeatherUlmer
    @HeatherUlmer 8 лет назад +3

    Very informative, thanks for this comparison!

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +2

      No problem, thanks for watching!

  • @imadecoy.
    @imadecoy. 8 лет назад +57

    Failed to mention that 2 strokes are more stall resistant at low RPMs and that 2 strokes are given a displacement disadvantage in many racing formats.

    • @xheppelin1827
      @xheppelin1827 7 лет назад +8

      And are easier to ride smoothly at low speeds both because they don't have as much engine braking, don't stall as easily but still have enough torque to push through.

    • @hamish2202
      @hamish2202 7 лет назад

      xheppelin yeah they have more torque than a 450 a 300

    • @wontrespond3263
      @wontrespond3263 6 лет назад +1

      Only if you a granny and lazy with a clutch.

    • @II-sf1df
      @II-sf1df 6 лет назад

      True but 2 strokes run at a much higher rpm so if you keep the rpm up nothing to worrie about. Just got to feel the bike mate

    • @flagovhate
      @flagovhate 6 лет назад +2

      o k FALSE 2 strokes run at lower rpm than many modern 4 strokes.

  • @bigbeast1018
    @bigbeast1018 7 лет назад

    Thanks for making this it has helped me out so much

  • @sam.costa8897
    @sam.costa8897 8 лет назад

    couldn,t be more clear!well done.

  • @2troke
    @2troke 8 лет назад +209

    Easy, if you have to ask the question your not ready for a 2 stroke.

    • @dhprojects2881
      @dhprojects2881 7 лет назад +2

      well put

    • @Motoxcross
      @Motoxcross 7 лет назад +4

      Bradley truuu I have a 2001 cr250

    • @bobriley000444
      @bobriley000444 7 лет назад +8

      no it's the other way around everyone should start on 2 strokes!

    • @2troke
      @2troke 7 лет назад +6

      Other way round, after seeing you account name that sort of makes sense lol. Maybe your right, everyone starts on a 2 banger that way the scaredy cats can go off and find some other interest and we wouldn't have any of those noisy 4 strokes at all, win win. BTW Gas Gas EC300 here

    • @bring_me_the_oli3897
      @bring_me_the_oli3897 7 лет назад +6

      Bradley 2 strokes are WWWWAAAAAAAAAAYYYY louder, are you fucking deaf?

  • @shakalpb1164
    @shakalpb1164 7 лет назад +3

    Thanks for this Video, it helped me a lot :)

  • @LS-hn6wt
    @LS-hn6wt 5 лет назад +1

    Hmmm... That was a comprehensive guide, I feel so much better informed now. It all depends on whether I want to bash the exhaust header and pre-mix my fuel. Great

  • @bobriley000444
    @bobriley000444 7 лет назад

    well thought-out video and clear explanation.. great advice

  • @nickj6275
    @nickj6275 6 лет назад +13

    2 stroke is my go to bike it's a 2 in 1. Haul ass and kills mosquitos in the woods.

  • @ayodemayo
    @ayodemayo 8 лет назад +4

    Ktm 6 days edition stands for how long it usually takes to blow em up

  • @DCgamer10
    @DCgamer10 8 лет назад

    Subbed! I see you were on Vancouver Island earlier this month, wish I could have seen that race!

  • @simonsimon758
    @simonsimon758 6 лет назад

    When I was in Canada last summer ich saw a store which looked exactly like yours. I'd liked to buy something in there for my supermoto but It was closed on that day 😐. I cant believe that I found this store on yt 🤘

  • @scoremxcom
    @scoremxcom 4 года назад +7

    My dream girl, good looking and can fix my bike!!!

  • @PolskiMotoVlog
    @PolskiMotoVlog 8 лет назад +54

    ONLY TWO STROKE!

    • @dieselgeezer18
      @dieselgeezer18 4 года назад +7

      Both engines are perfect. Lets stop arguing about engines. Our real enemies are these quad bike guys

    • @MrHammGutsnGlory
      @MrHammGutsnGlory 4 года назад

      Love the video! ruclips.net/channel/UCKlHrLSNL5eVkNUjJALrYOg

  • @richrides2308
    @richrides2308 8 лет назад

    I started riding on a 250 four stroke, but then I got into trials on a two stroke & fell in love with it. Now riding a two smoker GasGas EC300, very nice bike! Awesome comparison btw :D

  • @sephjfox
    @sephjfox 2 года назад

    So true about the 2stroke being lighter and more nimble. Also another fun aspect of the 2stroke, the sound is a lot more exciting

  • @stillltippin5758
    @stillltippin5758 7 лет назад +4

    I think I'm too hard on my bikes but I swear I can't get more than 25 hours on my 2 stroke bikes without screeching to a halt with my back tire locked in place. After putting another 200 bucks in it I've earned myself 25 more hours. As for my four stroke bike.. I smack top rpm everytime I ride without fail, almost never change the oil on time and damn. it just doesn't stop

    • @drift.721
      @drift.721 5 лет назад

      what do you do to your bikes. years ago i had an 2010 ktm 85 sx when i was racing and they were notorious for blowing up early at 40 hours. our engine made it right through to 80 hours before blowing. bike was only used for racing and banging off the limiter all the time

  • @gowengetter4599
    @gowengetter4599 8 лет назад +13

    Beta 300rr 2T no longer requires gas mixing it's now electronic with separate tanks :)

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад

      So I've heard! That's pretty wild :D.

    • @davindrachenberg8536
      @davindrachenberg8536 8 лет назад

      That's pretty cool! I never knew that!

    • @Cmott426
      @Cmott426 8 лет назад +1

      My Beta 2 Stroke also has a ton of low end torque. 2 ignition curves with a flick of a switch and an adjustable Power Valve.

    • @Bikecampcook
      @Bikecampcook 8 лет назад +2

      Yeah but it's not as sexy as KTM

    • @davindrachenberg8536
      @davindrachenberg8536 8 лет назад +2

      your right it's not.. It's 10 times more sexy!

  • @bikermike
    @bikermike 6 лет назад

    you are correct, considering a 250xc for woods, and keeping my 450 for track.

  • @blakeb4399
    @blakeb4399 7 лет назад +1

    I'm a 2 stroke guy but this poped up in feed so I watched

  • @justin6378
    @justin6378 7 лет назад +20

    it's not called a 'header' it's an expansion chamber!

    • @alienmechanic8696
      @alienmechanic8696 7 лет назад +3

      it's called a stomach

    • @buckwheat6970
      @buckwheat6970 7 лет назад +6

      Justin Lankester header pipe, expansion chamber, same difference. some people call it a header pipe, some call it an expansion chamber.

    • @voltag3man
      @voltag3man 7 лет назад +3

      Its correct terminology is an expansion chamber.

    • @justin6378
      @justin6378 7 лет назад

      Big Tom yep, the header/manifold is the bit before the expansion chamber not the rest of the exhaust! I would rightly expect to be laughed at if I asked for a performance cat-back header for my car!

    • @voltag3man
      @voltag3man 7 лет назад +2

      Yeah you would get some weird ass looks asking for somethin like that lol

  • @yuckymike
    @yuckymike 6 лет назад +7

    2 strokes are the best type of bike and the large header pipe looks bad ass!

  • @tylerchambers8959
    @tylerchambers8959 8 лет назад

    I totally agree with everything mentioned in this video and very well done. I do think there are a few things worth mentioning though. A lot of the pros of a four stroke can be done to a two stroke with a few mods. You can tune the bike to a smoother powerband (although it will never be as smooth as a four stroke), 300 two strokes are known for their great low end torque in comparison to smaller two strokes, and a Lectron carburetor can nearly eliminate the need to rejet a carb. I completely agree with the weight comparison, my dad's 2012 WR450F is noticeably heavier than my 2005 300EXC both on the trail and even when picking it up onto the stand. Parts are also substantially cheaper for my two stroke than my dad's four stroke, and replacing them are much easier than my dad's bike. I also completely agree with the header pipe on a two stroke, much more susceptible to dents and being crushed (also not very cheap to replace $225 for mine). Well done video and you've earned a subscriber.

  • @littlehumor4290
    @littlehumor4290 7 лет назад

    Very well put! Best 2 vs 4 stroke video I've seen so far! I prefer 4 strokes though! But why have just 1 bike? Get both for different purposes

  • @WR250HUSKY
    @WR250HUSKY 8 лет назад +44

    Funny though , I've got a 450 4t and 300 2t and the 4t just doesn't get ridden anymore , weather it be technical single track or desert runs I'll grab the 300 !

  • @paulschalkham4940
    @paulschalkham4940 8 лет назад +73

    How is mixing gas a con it's all about opinion

    • @eric-rz8sp
      @eric-rz8sp 8 лет назад

      +PAul Schalkham I thought the same thing...great minds think alike :D

    • @paulschalkham4940
      @paulschalkham4940 8 лет назад

      Hahaha true

    • @paulschalkham4940
      @paulschalkham4940 8 лет назад

      Yah but it a preference between fuel injection

    • @paulschalkham4940
      @paulschalkham4940 8 лет назад +4

      Because on a four stroke you still have to change your oil. I'm saying it a preference between that and mixing gas

    • @paulschalkham4940
      @paulschalkham4940 8 лет назад +1

      +HelmetCamMatt it takes less than a minute to mix gas

  • @TheFunnyCamGuy
    @TheFunnyCamGuy 7 лет назад

    Im new into dirt bikes (coming from a quad) and im 5'4 maybe 5'5 130lbs and i do a lot of trail riding, which bike/stroke would you guys recommend?

  • @breezyy777
    @breezyy777 8 лет назад

    i subscribed because you reply and your bideos are awesome

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад

      Well thank you! I appreciate it :).

  • @Rktman129
    @Rktman129 7 лет назад +8

    Ktm on Sunday atm on Monday dnf ready

  • @rrrigbyyy
    @rrrigbyyy 4 года назад +35

    Obviously a 2-stroke, they’re faster, easier to fix and sound amazing.

    • @PapaWheelie1
      @PapaWheelie1 4 года назад +9

      Don’t forget that smell.
      Something about two stroke exhaust in the morning- it’s better than coffee

    • @rrrigbyyy
      @rrrigbyyy 4 года назад +2

      PapaWheelie true that

    • @davidblum_
      @davidblum_ 4 года назад +3

      Not necessarily faster depends the bike

    • @favillous3355
      @favillous3355 4 года назад +3

      4 strokes faster on a track

    • @nadiajvr
      @nadiajvr 4 года назад +1

      U mean a 4 stroke

  • @krazykay3364
    @krazykay3364 2 года назад

    I always said I would never get a 2 stroke. Now I have one and I love it! I agree you need one of each!

  • @DaShnipa
    @DaShnipa 8 лет назад

    Good vid, good info for new riders... It seems you work for a KTM dealership but I'll leave this here either way... The new Beta 300R 2 stroke has oil injection.... it's f*cking amazing.... Can't wait to see what KTM/Husky develop to compete.

  • @trentt3620
    @trentt3620 7 лет назад +5

    Ok say it takes 1 minute to put some oil in fuel on a four stroke if your racing you have change your oil every couple of races that could take up to 30 mins plus if inexperienced change oil filter and if you don't you have a chance on blowing up your motor after that your looking at 3000 to just get it fixed where on a 2 stroke you put some oil in your fuel and if you happen to blow a motor $300 and it's fixed so you can buy a money waster and slower bike or a faster and cheaper to run bike your choice personally I ride a cr125 and a kx250 2strorke

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  7 лет назад +4

      Trent T Okay, so this is a basic comparison video made for the inexperienced looking into purchasing a motorcycle. There are obviously pros and cons to both and what some people think are cons, could be pros to others. Basically what I was trying to let these people know is that a two stroke requires and extra step when fuelling. It's just something I thought I should mention to anyone that is new to the sport. Not necessarily a major con, just figured it was more of a con than an pro. I had to mention it somehow. Every once in a while it can be a pain in the butt, maybe you're out of mixing oil and it's a Sunday and the shops are all closed, it's happened to me many of times. People are so quick to pick the video apart when all I was doing is trying to get some basic information to new riders haha.

    • @trentt3620
      @trentt3620 7 лет назад

      So your saying there is not a shop open on Sunday that sell oil that is the biggest load of shit I have ever heard I will tell ya now it's better changing oil after every 3 rides and wasting more time fixing your bike than actually riding it and then if you don't change oil you have more of a chance of blowing a motor than you have to fix it and that takes a lot of time meanwhile all your friends are riding because they where smart and brought a 2 stroke where you don't have to change oil after every 3 rides u don't have the risk of spending 3 k on your bike you don't have to waste time working on it as much I am sure that a person that wants to get in to riding dosent want do maintenance on there bikes a lot plus if they blow a 2 stroke up it is going to be quicker to get running again and cheaper so like I said time waster and money waster or a bike that's faster cheaper less maintenance it's a pretty obvious choice

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  7 лет назад +4

      Trent T Hahaha you are right out to lunch. It's amazing how close minded people can be. I can see now that you've got barely enough brain power to keep your heart beating. If you had an attention span at all and watched the entire video, you'd have seen that a spoke about he maintenance costs of the 2 stroke vs the 4 stroke as well. Yes, I am well aware that the 4 strokes are expensive to maintain in comparison. I've owned more than one of each and have experienced it for myself. This doesn't mean that whoever buys a 4 stroke isn't smart. Believe it or not, some people can actually afford to ride one and enjoy them more. Pretty cool eh? Haha man, this is why I don't respond to comments on this video very often. People with very little brain power lose their minds over the tiny things rather than seeing the big picture. I was MENTIONING to people who are NEW to riding that 2 strokes require mixed fuel. It's no big deal. In no way, shape, or form does it say in this video that mixing fuel costs more than maintaining a 4 stroke machine. Nor does it imply that a 2 stroke isn't worth buying for this reason. It's just a little bit of information for newbies. Calm down, take a pill, and go watch something else if my stuff is so offensive to you haha.

    • @trentt3620
      @trentt3620 7 лет назад

      Now your just being a fucking smart ass I might have not read correctly but u said mixing gas is more expensive than changing oil because that incorrect changing oil is time wasting and is going to cost more i don't know what country you live in but j know where I am I can go down to any fuel station and they have a pump for 2 stroke fuel so that way your not going to mix fuel and you will just have to do what every four stroke rider has to do yes I know four stroke can be fun to ride if you say live on A farm and have land to muck around on in the mud but there still boring there always the same and reason why I put some of the Points in my comment so if someone that is looking to get in to the sport he knows more detail about prices and maintenance because you briefly said it in your video you just say there more expensive when you say new rider arent going to know if you Mean buy $100 dollars or a couple of thousand dollars

    • @jordansmith-cm5en
      @jordansmith-cm5en 7 лет назад +4

      +Megan Griffiths Enduro haha I like how you got salty with him instead of just taking it! personally I truly believe the 2s will always dominate the 4s on paper and on the track in the hands of an experienced rider because let's be honest for a beginner the four stroke is easier then the 2 stoke however there is more power and torque on a two stoke you just have to practice in order to get it from the bike properly but I think you did a good or decent job informing people! thanks for the video

  • @TheGoldenSapling
    @TheGoldenSapling 7 лет назад +15

    2 stroke has more power than 4 stroke

    • @joelballard4952
      @joelballard4952 3 года назад

      Except of course for any modern 450, and the ktm 350’s. There is nothing with more power than those 450s.

  • @alexyraymond4721
    @alexyraymond4721 5 лет назад

    I owned 3 two strokes. Still have a two stroke. But i just lately went to the track on ktm ride day. After riding two 2020 two strokes, i jumped on the 250sxf. i have to say that i completely fell in love with this bike. I didnt really feel the weight diference comparing to the 150sx but just loved how smooth and predictable the bike was. The low rpm power was something i never experienced. It felt great coming out of corners. I just loved it. Really looking on buying one. The 150sx was also very nice to ride and less expensive also.

  • @jameswil
    @jameswil 8 лет назад +1

    good advice, ive got a bandit 600 and a drz400, now im going to get a ktm exc 300 :)

  • @nibbify
    @nibbify 8 лет назад +8

    Love the vid! 2 Stroke all the way!

  • @Cowboy4737
    @Cowboy4737 7 лет назад +3

    Love the sound of a two smoke but I'm a big guy and love that low end grunt of a four stroke.

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 7 лет назад +3

      Cowboy4737 clearly you haven't ridden a big bore enduro 2 stroke the low down grunt of thoses are incredible and will blow away a 4 stroke low down

  • @azdesertdog
    @azdesertdog 8 лет назад +1

    I agree! Two bikes! I have a question though what is your preference in the woods. Wide or short ratio? Also do you prefer the XC enduro or is an SX better suited?

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +1

      +azdesertdog Oooh boy haha tough decision. I've never riden the ktm two stroke sx before but I owned an SXF for a couple of years. I definitely prefered the transmission in my SXF. I'm actually not much a fan of the wide ratio transmission. I'm making it work but I can't wait to get back on a 250 sxf or a 300 xc!

  • @colbytroutman2882
    @colbytroutman2882 6 лет назад

    My first big bike was a 97 cr125 and I didnt know much about bikes at the time and when the top end went I got rid of it because I wasnt knowledgeable enough to rebuild. I had it for a lil over a year though and honestly did love the bike. Then after that I picked up my 04 Crf250 and it is a blast!! I like it and all but riding my buddys 2015 yz250f with the fuel injection i feel im missing out on some more and smoother power wich has made me not dislike the bike but think about other options. Then this past weekend I went to my other buddys 4th of july party and he has trails in his woods behind his house. Couldnt get my bike there so he lended me one of his many bikes. I picked out the 99 yz250 wich ive ever ridden a 250 2 stroke before n I'm glad I asked to ride it because I forgot how much fun the 2 strokes were, and on top of that it felt more torqy than my bike with I loved even though Im not a HUGE fan of the instant hit of power when the power band comes in I got used to it and started to ri like it was my own bike. So now I'm looking for another 2 stroke so I'll have both!

  • @danhenderson783
    @danhenderson783 8 лет назад +6

    No one would pick a four stroke of equal cc over a two stroke for the track. You would give up gobs of torque and hp

  • @criticalhpgaming5635
    @criticalhpgaming5635 8 лет назад +3

    450 or a 250 2 stroke?

    • @dazzaskillz9278
      @dazzaskillz9278 8 лет назад

      U suck pewdiepie or vanoss?

    • @modsquad8817
      @modsquad8817 7 лет назад +2

      Critical HP Gaming depends on the ridding m8

    • @motometrix1715
      @motometrix1715 7 лет назад +1

      Critical HP Gaming 450

    • @M4TT4TT4CK
      @M4TT4TT4CK 7 лет назад +2

      for the average rider, a 450 is too much power. be honest with yourself

  • @Jxrd99
    @Jxrd99 7 лет назад

    Is there any kits that you can fit to a two stroke so you don't need to mix gas?

  • @Skeletonboss12
    @Skeletonboss12 7 лет назад

    Im 2 stroke all the way no hate to 4t riders though, props to you guys for dealing with the hate and staying loyal to your stuff. Im just an enduro type.

  • @Community-Action
    @Community-Action 7 лет назад +155

    Forgot to mention that a 2 stroke always sounds better when revved up

    • @Raven420
      @Raven420 7 лет назад +8

      Caleb Guidroz no

    • @daltonhonaker611
      @daltonhonaker611 7 лет назад +17

      4 strokes sound WAY better that's one of there pros

    • @CKing724
      @CKing724 7 лет назад +1

      No way lol, way to loud in my opinion, don't get me wrong my old rmz450 sounded nasty but most 4 strokes are really loud, i prefer the power of a 250 2t also.

    • @CKing724
      @CKing724 7 лет назад +6

      Ledgend27 that's why a 250 2 stroke has as much power as a 450 4 stroke

    • @CKing724
      @CKing724 7 лет назад +1

      skojo3e lol

  • @winky_cat
    @winky_cat 5 лет назад +7

    I love love Canadian accents!
    Fuel injection for 2 strokes is here thanks to KTM

  • @MASTURBIKER
    @MASTURBIKER 6 лет назад

    ok, but if your woods riding and going over boulders and logs you've got more chance of ripping the header pipe off?

  • @andrewmartsch
    @andrewmartsch 6 лет назад +2

    My 4 stroke Honda 250x works great off-road but it’s also a racing bike. It’s a mix of both.

  • @apriliazillaa1994
    @apriliazillaa1994 7 лет назад +68

    We all see you reading that script at the side pretending you're looking at something else in the room

    • @iseeyou8219
      @iseeyou8219 7 лет назад +1

      +Kx BDAN You do realize she is looking at the side screen of the camera hahaha

    • @apriliazillaa1994
      @apriliazillaa1994 7 лет назад +5

      aka where the script is located cos she actually dosent know what shes talking about:)

    • @iseeyou8219
      @iseeyou8219 7 лет назад +7

      +Kx BDAN Dont be jealous bud that she knows more then you do when it comes to dirt bikes...There is no script...SMH

    • @apriliazillaa1994
      @apriliazillaa1994 7 лет назад +1

      I SEE YOU there is, lol, and she dosent shes just there cos shes a female...SMH

    • @aymerickmessier5359
      @aymerickmessier5359 7 лет назад +1

      and she forgot about the big game changer with the 2 stroke.... waaaayyy less reliable

  • @zane4964
    @zane4964 8 лет назад +44

    2stroke for off road 4 stroke for motocross

    • @HankePanke
      @HankePanke 8 лет назад +5

      mmm... no
      4strokes have wider torque so they are better for enduro and for mx anything you like

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 8 лет назад +5

      +sakke sikiö un no have you ever rode a big bore 2 stroke it has crazy torque.

    • @HankePanke
      @HankePanke 8 лет назад

      +Zane Zinn okay

    • @bobthebuilder2922
      @bobthebuilder2922 7 лет назад +1

      eks koskaa oo ihmetelly miks kaikki pro ajajat (Graham Jarvis, Jonny Walker jne) enduros ajaa 300cc 2 tahdeil? koska neo kevyempii, niis on itseasias aikas vääntävä kone ja neo tehokkaampii jne.

    • @voltag3man
      @voltag3man 7 лет назад +2

      Its so simple 2 strokes are faster because the engine dont have to wait for valves to open and close. therefore lower RPM, 2 strokes on other hand no valves. no cam shaft. none of that heavy bullshit, there you go now you got a good weight reduction. and when your engine doesnt need to wait for valves = higher RPM. higher RPM = more torque... more torque = more HP, more HP = More speed, and the faster it gets up to that speed.

  • @rohan72ron
    @rohan72ron 8 лет назад

    Thank u Megan , subscribed to ur channel (y)

  • @wesmorey6167
    @wesmorey6167 3 года назад

    You're absolutly right, you need one of each. Although fun factor is much higher on 2T

  • @stevenphillips6147
    @stevenphillips6147 7 лет назад +121

    All bullshit aside .I need a 1000cc two stroke with electric start and fuel injection please

    • @DKIN-em5lh
      @DKIN-em5lh 7 лет назад +61

      That sounds like a recipe for a suicide machine. I like it.

    • @jordansmith-cm5en
      @jordansmith-cm5en 7 лет назад +9

      sounds like someone is suicidal you might want to call the suicide hot line and get help!

    • @alienmechanic8696
      @alienmechanic8696 7 лет назад +4

      DIESEL POWER!!

    • @deawo2008
      @deawo2008 7 лет назад +2

      hahahaha, man u got me cracking into laughter bro..a 1k cc 2 stroke.... dude i will get a drag bike.. we can start a team.. what u say... lol...#usportman

    • @bobriley000444
      @bobriley000444 7 лет назад +1

      some guys from new zealand built a "YZR 500" (video is on youtube) fi cr500 engine in a yz250f frame, thing sounded crisp af

  • @MxRider721
    @MxRider721 8 лет назад +5

    I apologize for the negative feedback! But I've seen the how the industry and the sport of MX is declining because people think four strokes are so great. For example, dad and son want to race MX. Son wants a 4 stroke like the pros! (because they think four strokes are faster, not know that CC for CC two strokes produce MORE power AND torque than four strokes) Dad buys a 250f... 250f shortly after blows up because that is what they do (I've seen it a million times)... Bike goes up for sale... worthless.. Because its too expensive to fix and requires more mechanical ability, and tools. But if say they had bought a 125 or 250 2t instead, they can easily and cheaply afford to rebuild the bike themselves in their garage. Motocross was hugely booming in the 90's. Since the millennium the industry has been in a decline. Which you can partially blame on the economy but I've been in it from the start and I can tell you the four stroke fad has HURT local tracks and riders. Big time. Theres so many misconceptions about the two strokes still circulating today (even though more people are becoming wise to it, and buying two strokes instead) that are influencing people to buy four strokes, which in turn is just filling the pockets of rich CEO's in charge of Honda, Kawi, Suzuki, Yamaha, because four stroke dirtbikes not only cost more, but they cost much much more to fix. In conclusion, four strokes are for people who can AFFORD them. I want to see MX come back to what it used to be!

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад +4

      For some reason RUclips doesn't show the full comment. It ends with ... in the middle of your sentence.
      But here is the thing....I switched to a two stroke for these reasons you just described. I had a 250f and it was expensive to maintain and more complex to work on. I like my two stroke a lot. I still really enjoyed my four stroke though and I miss it sometimes. Some people really prefer the way a four stroke rides. To each their own right. I fully agree with you about the fact that they have been trying to weed out the two strokes in moto/supercross because they make more money off them, period. But that's not what I was trying to get across in the vid. Just giving my input on the ups and downs of both bikes. Feel free to give negative feedback.
      It's all good.

  • @Angelica.Grace25
    @Angelica.Grace25 6 лет назад

    i'm five foot three. 122 lbs. Around 30 inch seats would work for me. I basically am going to try to get a part time job and try to work as much as I can after I turn 16 in two months. I know it'd take me about a year or something to get the bike and gear. So, which would be a better option? I need something cheap to buy and maintain. What about gas and mixing? Would that be too expensive? I'm a beginner beginner so...

  • @THEfindmaster
    @THEfindmaster 7 лет назад

    what stroke is the ladder you use to get on the bike?

  • @kylebrackett2543
    @kylebrackett2543 7 лет назад +4

    I just watch a 5 min video to de told to buy 2 dike
    That was a wast of time

  • @lukea1452
    @lukea1452 7 лет назад +4

    this is sooo screwed up u can get oil injection on a 2 stroke and fuel injection don't listen 2 this unless ur smoking the same thing they are!!!

    • @Zoom-ui2pf
      @Zoom-ui2pf 7 лет назад +2

      chrome nation mixing gas is easy. If people think that 4 strokes are better because u don't need to mix then they clearly can't under stand simple measurements. Mixing gas takes under a minute

    • @JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft
      @JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft 5 лет назад

      Its an old vid dude.

  • @mtnseekerone
    @mtnseekerone 6 лет назад

    One thing I have noticed with my 4-t is when your into the tight first gear picking through the exposed rocks hill climb trail for long periods they do tend to over heat. It has never boiled over on me but I have had to stop because of the heat the fan throws onto my right knee.

  • @snowoah
    @snowoah 8 лет назад

    spot on Megan. 2 stroke, jd jet kit, buy a pipe a season, cheap to rebuild top end, tight technical ridding, lower center gravity, rotating mass . four stroke low end power = traction loss, spin tire , more wight on top of engine , expensive to rebuild. just depends on where you live and what type of ridding you do.

  • @seanperks2702
    @seanperks2702 8 лет назад +3

    there is actually fuel injected two strokes.......

    • @Jk42020
      @Jk42020 5 лет назад

      Sean Perks like the nsr125 possibility the best 2 stroke

  • @randomchannel4855
    @randomchannel4855 8 лет назад +6

    I ride 2 stroke the best on the market

  • @eriflips654
    @eriflips654 7 лет назад +1

    Can anybody list down names of 230cc 2 strokes ? Im looking to buy

  • @BeachHead79
    @BeachHead79 8 лет назад +1

    Nicely produced! A mic would have done wonders, but still okey.
    Most of my veteran enduro riding buddies are running 4-strokes and seem happy with them. I chose a 2-stroke for the lighter weight and simplicity. Cheaper parts as mentioned but also a bit more time spent in the garage I would say.
    Both bikes has there place nowadays. Can't really go wrong either way I think.

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад

      +BeachHead79 Well said! It really is hard to choose. And yes, I definitely need a mic! Especially in that noisy bike shop...

  • @nlswampgrizz6705
    @nlswampgrizz6705 8 лет назад +8

    you said at the end a 4 stroke for the track and a 2 stroke for the woods, but its the other way around

    • @baileyluker6600
      @baileyluker6600 8 лет назад +4

      Lol.. wrong, why do you motocross and supercross is dominated with 4Ts and extreme or hard enduro harescrambles are dominated with 2Ts? She's right 2Ts for woods and 4Ts for track!

    • @nlswampgrizz6705
      @nlswampgrizz6705 8 лет назад +1

      no that's like sayin you would take a wr250 out on the track and taking a yz125 in wood

    • @cc4666
      @cc4666 8 лет назад

      +PowerStroke Gaming I run a yz125 in the woods and I like it better than my old 4 stroke

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 7 лет назад

      Cummins Diesel no its not

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 7 лет назад +1

      Cummins Diesel why do you think all the enduro pros ride 2 strokes. why do you think motocross has switched to 4 stroke

  • @rabbitfootedkitty1339
    @rabbitfootedkitty1339 7 лет назад +3

    It doesn't matter, a dirt bike is great and they all are good! Think positive! :)
    Except for a 4 stroke uuuhhgggg...

  • @zacharyzajac8092
    @zacharyzajac8092 7 лет назад

    what was the size of the bike next to you while you were sitting down

  • @Lloydy03
    @Lloydy03 6 лет назад +1

    Are 2 strokes good for long distance? Thanks :)

  • @albertptran
    @albertptran 8 лет назад +5

    Marry me

  • @kaiserroop3906
    @kaiserroop3906 7 лет назад +3

    0:38 did anyone see that shirt that says my farts sound like four strokes but smell like two strokes

  • @logancobb683
    @logancobb683 6 лет назад

    Rode my first 2 stroke the other day, it was a 2011 husky WR 250, I’m hooked now, getting ready to get a KX 250 2 stroke

  • @inthesPhila
    @inthesPhila 4 года назад

    When your bikes sinks in deep water, two strokes can get going again a lot easier, right?

  • @eliinthewolverinestate6729
    @eliinthewolverinestate6729 6 лет назад +3

    I love the smell of 2 stroke in the morning.

    • @jeffsmith4801
      @jeffsmith4801 5 лет назад

      And just after lunch.
      And before dinner.
      And after . . . .

  • @Lup3r
    @Lup3r 8 лет назад +3

    2stroke: loud and annoying
    4stroke: sounds like an actual engine

    • @its_zack6726
      @its_zack6726 8 лет назад +9

      4 strokes sound like my ass after going out for Mexican

    • @mason55lawn
      @mason55lawn 8 лет назад +1

      +Ascent Zaak that was so funny

    • @benveper8984
      @benveper8984 8 лет назад +1

      2 stroke sounds like the engine is going to just shatter

    • @benveper8984
      @benveper8984 8 лет назад

      +Dasa Toilet no it's just that 2 strokes are as useless as a blowfly

  • @TheXTDonkey
    @TheXTDonkey 8 лет назад +1

    Great vid would have to say never tried a 2 stroke before but the smell is epic lol so it's 4 stroke all the way for me
    XT

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад

      +The XT Donkey Thanks! Yes, four strokes are amazing bikes. I can't wait to get back on one.

  • @originalschmid
    @originalschmid 8 лет назад +1

    Also, as of 2016 Betas 250/300 models are oil injected and do not require you to mix gas. Roughly every 3rd tank of fuel requires you to add a quart of oil to the tank under the seat.

    • @megs_braap
      @megs_braap  8 лет назад

      +originalschmid Wow that's rad! I didn't know that. Thanks for the info!

  • @jonnyg8888
    @jonnyg8888 7 лет назад +8

    2 stroke . lighter cheaper , more fun and sound better four strokes sound like there farting big time 😮

    • @brunomassimi2411
      @brunomassimi2411 7 лет назад +2

      Jonny g not completely true in my opinion my buddy has a 4 stroke and it sounds like a best

  • @michaeltherion7459
    @michaeltherion7459 3 года назад

    My son is 12 we are looking at around 80cc trail bike. What should we get?

  • @luzerino1124
    @luzerino1124 6 лет назад +2

    The new 2 smokers are fuel injected right? (2019-2018 model)

  • @vladimirpetrov9717
    @vladimirpetrov9717 7 лет назад

    There is EFI for 2 strokes. Mostly snowmobiles use them. There are injectors spraying oil directly on the crankshaft and there is a fuel injector on the top of the crank case. If I recall correctly a few of the most popular 2 stroke bikes have EFI conversion kits for them too.

  • @collinevans5151
    @collinevans5151 8 лет назад

    i was always a 2 stroke guy until i rode a 2012 kx250f and within 2 weeks owned a brand new 2014 yz250f.
    bikes i had were ktm65 yz85 yz125 yz250 and now a 4 stroke.

  • @adriandimaranan4806
    @adriandimaranan4806 4 года назад

    haha nice ending, but a great review ❤️😍

  • @joshdavies9055
    @joshdavies9055 7 лет назад

    Whats a good bike for muck about riding on property? I want something thats reliable and doesn't need too much fiddling. As well as being able to take punishment and still be fun.

  • @steveskouson9620
    @steveskouson9620 7 лет назад

    Maintenance!
    On my old RD-400, I could
    change a piston (or both) in
    2 hours. And, that includes
    riding the bike to the Yamaha
    dealer and back, and letting
    the engine cool down before
    switching the piston(s) out.
    steve

  • @motoklx
    @motoklx 5 лет назад +1

    4 stroker my WR is bullet proof and I can lug it to the moon great for steep rocky, rooty trails here in Washington state

  • @goyneser1
    @goyneser1 4 года назад

    Thanks for the vid. Most videos don't explain jack for a newbie to learn anything about Dirt Bikes. We just end up buying Harleys instead.😎👑🔥

  • @tarded400
    @tarded400 8 лет назад

    The big thing that sold me on 2 stroke is how low you can bog the engine before they stall. They also seem to avoid over heating like I had on my 450.

  • @crabbycrubby3012
    @crabbycrubby3012 6 лет назад

    My first enduro motorcycle was 2t .It was old KDX 1993, Carburetor +40 HP, seriously scary. At the moment I own KTM Freeride 250 2t . And I'm so missing that old, wild, battle toad.