Great review! You should consider the Rekluse Core EXP on the YZ250X 2 stroke in particular. It would address the low end deficit compared to the 300 xc. It is magical and allows you run run a gear higher and eliminates the need for electric start, since it becomes almost impossible to stall...
I have a 2015 YZ250FX, I ride in the mountains here in Alberta, and while I do agree with you that it would be nice to have a bigger tank, our regular rides are between 50-80km, (30-50mi) while still having lots of fuel left, and I've done a 130km, (roughly 80mi) day and still had just under a 1/4 tank of fuel. That's riding hard, fast, and trying some gnarly mountain hill climbs, By now I don't worry about running out of fuel. Everything else about the bike I absolutely love, and I would probably have a KTM as well, but like you have said before, the lack of a back up kick start is keeping me from owning one. Absolutely love the videos, and keep up with the reviews, these bike comparisons are great!
LOVE my 16' XCF! I'm a little peeved it doesn't have a Kickstarter though, it's my ONLY gripe about this bike. I can't believe and furthermore don't understand why they wouldn't put one on a bike with a 2.6 gallon tank. They designed it for distance, not for dead batteries... Anyway, fantastic bike, never had a day that I wished for something else.
I sold my yz250fx and bought a yz125, I am much happier with the 125 because of how light and nimble it is. Also the yz250fx did feel like a "thumper". Idk I just did not feel comfortable on the 250fx. Also the powerband on a 125 is so fun.
Great content, as usual. Glad the comparison was between a more closely matched pair (same displacement & both 4 stroke). Preferences, likes, and dislikes are always subjective to each individual, but to hear the differences is a good value to subscribers.
I have a yz250x and a husky 300tx. Both phenom bikes....however the build quality of the Yamaha is hands down better. Want to know how Ktm sheds weight? Look around at the quality of some of the fasteners and parts. Of course the Yamaha steers heavier. The fork is where it’s supposed to be in the triple trees, and the sss stays planted. The suspension is not comparable even though ktm has gotten better. The ktm motor is awesome, but I believe these guys are just so used to ktm’s that they bleed them. I do however really value Kyle and his opinions, but I do believe there is some bias here.
I just bought a 2015 300 xcw. The gearing is spot on for what you've said, it's alot to get used to. First gear is crazy low and second is almost to tall it's weird I have to ride the clutch alot more
Thanks for sharing your thoughts guys! These comparisons are always fun to watch. After riding my 2015 wr250f for a year and modding it a bit ($1000 is a good estimate of what the avg. rider will want/ need to add, wr and fx), I have gotten used to, and don't mind the quirks (gas tank, air filter, etc.). However, having to pull the subframe to remove the tank (PIA) is what sparks my interest in other designs such as KTM.
A friend purchased a 2020 KTM 300 he was not going to buy it because it did not have a he called a KTM representative and they said they are in the process of developing a Kickstarter for the 300 should be up late this year or sometime the beginning of next.
The 250XCF gear box is 10% wider than the Yamaha. If first felt lower on the yamaha then it's cause the KTM had high overall gearing (factoring in internal gears), so it's 6th would have been much higher than the yamaha's, hence trouble pulling it. The gear box on the XCF is the same width as a 500XCW (this does not apply to other XC/F's.
Would either bike actually work, if the battery was completely nonfunctional (defective, bad wiring, internal short)? Would fuel pump, injection and ignition operate without a battery?
Awesome, honest, non biased review from real riders. Good job guys! Now if you could just get your hands on a Beta. Comparing top end power of the yz250fx to the 250x; would you say the yz250fx is close?
Don't forget that the YZ250FX is about $1,000 cheaper. So basically both bikes are the same and one is $1,000 less. I would bet you can get a bigger IMS tank for about $300.
Sponsored by Ktm? Word choice and discussion topics point to biased “opinions.” “Hard to take off the air box cover”, “hard to take off the tank” no one care about convenience they care about practically and performance. “The ktm has a better battery” well the yamaha can afford to have a little bit of an outdated and heavier battery because it has a kick start! You said it yourself that you would sacrifice “less than ten pounds” for a kickstart. Basically paying 900 extra dollars for hand-guards and .6 extra gallons per tank.
@@rickvonderchek6898 I have a 2021 yz250fx and the clutch pull is really light, a very small difference compare to ktm and I'm saying this because one of my buddies has a 21 xcf 350 and I ride it sometimes, it feels almost the same to me.
Kyler Carlstrom I have a 2019 KTM with no kick start. I asked the dealership about a kickstart kit and they told me it doesn’t matter. According to the parts guy at the dealer, if the battery is too low to start it, it’s too low to run the EFI and computer, so the bike wouldn’t run anyway. It didn’t really instill any confidence in my purchase.
5:40 well that's not much of a difference at all, but I do find it surprising to hear that the KTM doesn't have enough power to pull in its highest gear
Got a question on the sight glass for the oil I changed the oil on my 2014 Yamaha yz250f and when I start it I can't see oil there but when I let it cool oil fills it up is that how it's suppose to be?
great review! iam a ktm fanatic and will never sell my 300 exc! but between these 2 bikes i would slightly have to lean to the yamaha..manly back up kicksrart, the air filter is like a foot higher ( less likely to hydo-lock, very cool)...and the size of the filer is mute obviously it is faster ao cfm is not an issue..but ktm gets the fit and finish for sure!
on my 2019 yz250fx i went on a 45 mile ride just the other day and only burnt about a 1/3 of my fuel easily cant get 80 miles out of one tank which is a pretty long ride in the mtns in my opinion I don't see the fuel tank being that big of an issue.
Albert Tran check out the forms terrain enduro if you're an off-road rider. It's s hinged boot with a lug sole. I love the sole when you have to get off and help your friends etc
this channel is so biased towards ktm lol every time i watch a video of his its just him talking about how great his ktm is and how everything else is sub-par. i would disagree. im happy without air forks thanks though for your opinion. try doing an honest review instead of tooting your ktm horn every video
Hello Everett. I am coming off a 2008 WR 250F (uncorked). Bought it new and it was bullet-proof. Would take me up anything, if I could hang on. Deposit is down on a 2021 YZ 250FX. Looking forward to comparing the two rides.
Ive just baught a 2012 modle sxf 250 ktm and have had so many problems with the electrical start but love the bike. Is there and aftermarket kickstart part available?
Great vid ! For off road or trail riding KTM is just superior in my opinion but for MX track I like Kawasaki or Suzuki's I have a KTM SXF 350 for track and don't like it but I love just trail riding with it I can't explain it ? And I have a KTM EXC 500 that I love too ! But for track KXF 450 !
Wow.. Really? So hard to take off the air box cover. If you're nit picking such small things then talk about taking the gas cap cover off the ktm. Man up. I've seen plenty of ktm's going down the road to and from a race while missing its cover. I'll take the extra 10 seconds of taking off the cover knowing I won't lose it. If you guys are worried about the Yamaha feeling cramped then maybe mention it has 4 positions to adjust the handlebar position. I love your videos but this review was not very planned out nor informative.
Jason, we did move the handlebars forward but it still felt cramped compared to the KTM:). I also had to try to get this from 40 minutes down to 20 minutes. Not easy to do, especially when I'm not getting paid for it. Nit-picked on both of them because it's a review. I'm happy to refund your money on :)
Dirt Bike Channel. I'll glad come help ya out. Lol. I think on the negatives for both bikes (ie: the tightness of the cockpit) that viewers know that there's a possible fix. Great videos still.
Just brought home a 2018 FZ250FX today and love it. Doesn't feel cramped to me but I'm only 5'8" and 155 lbs. I love it! Just need a spark arrestor on it.
Thanks for reviewing all these different bikes, you share a lot of good info. From everything I've seen, the Yamaha seems to be over engineered and they're trying to reinvent the wheel. If it ain't broke don't fix it I say
These are the videos you need a post you can't compare the yz250x with the 300xc because in every video you just talk about how much more power the 300 has
And this video took over 16K in capital to buy 2 bikes that I didn't intend to keep. Sure, I sold the bikes, but lost about 4K in the process. See why I can't do that very often? :)
No, I sell them once I'm done reviewing them. I only have 2 or 3 bikes at at time on the channel generally. Both of these bike have been gone for some time now.
Reviewers should not refer to bikes as “this” or “that” specially on a video where its more audio than visual. It makes it very confusing to figure out which is “this” or “that”
You say the YZ250FX is more of a thumper and the ktm is a thoroughbred yet the YZ250FX beats it in the drag race and pulls away big time on the top end. The fucking KTM can’t even pull 6th gear. God damn, quit drinking the orange kool aid boys.
Great review Kyle, and Sam. I love the quality product you guys are producing. I have really enjoyed the side by side comparison. Keep up the great work, Kyle I noticed you never even mentioned the ktm 300, what happened lol. (There is a lot to love on a 300) thanks
I have been riding a lot of single track the past few years, I would love to see a video for the novice single track riders, what they could do to help there MX bikes handle the trails a little better, I see a lot of guys get very frustrated on trails due to the MX bikes they are riding. Thanks keep up the good work
That is a huge them of this channel. I think most guys are riding the wrong bikes. Pure MX bikes don't make really great off road bikes, especially for beginners.
The YZ250 doesn't have a bigger enough fuel tank? Are you for real or what. Best you actually see how far you can get on a YZ250FX before making such a stupid comment. In stock form, I have seen them get 150km, which is further than every other bike in our group of 18 riders of mixed bikes.
So I been listening to you for a while analyzing you are a KTM guy for sure owned tons of Yamaha and own new KTM love both but Yamaha is way better then KTM
@@wildyzbill6054 sorry sir about my comment not being done correct I love motorcycles did not graduate high school payed attention to work hard learn a great trade and make a decent life !nd happen to be able to own a nice dirt bike sorry to offend you or anyone else
just bought a 2018 xc-f250 (with only 10 hours on it) based on this video. Let me tell you this thing is a dog! gutless pos! It stalls very easily and will not even pull the front wheel in 1st gear with out the clutch! I had a 16 yz250fx and it is day and night!!! Has anybody had this same experience?
A C these two bikes are bikes that this guy owns. He's just a regular guy despite clearly being well off, he can't be buying a new bike all the time. That would eat anyone out of pocket unless you are a pro with sponsorships and millions of dollars.
Awesome, honest, non biased review from real riders. Good job guys! Now if you could just get your hands on a Beta. Comparing top end power of the yz250fx to the 250x; would you say the yz250fx is close?
This comparison would be a good one to update with the current generation bikes. I’d be curious.
I like the Yamaha better! The FX is a great bike!
I'm not paying an extra $3,000 for that dang ktm.😂
In my area, it's half that much more.
Great review! You should consider the Rekluse Core EXP on the YZ250X 2 stroke in particular. It would address the low end deficit compared to the 300 xc. It is magical and allows you run run a gear higher and eliminates the need for electric start, since it becomes almost impossible to stall...
I have a 2015 YZ250FX, I ride in the mountains here in Alberta, and while I do agree with you that it would be nice to have a bigger tank, our regular rides are between 50-80km, (30-50mi) while still having lots of fuel left, and I've done a 130km, (roughly 80mi) day and still had just under a 1/4 tank of fuel. That's riding hard, fast, and trying some gnarly mountain hill climbs, By now I don't worry about running out of fuel. Everything else about the bike I absolutely love, and I would probably have a KTM as well, but like you have said before, the lack of a back up kick start is keeping me from owning one.
Absolutely love the videos, and keep up with the reviews, these bike comparisons are great!
I looked it up and the KTM has only 2.2 gallons so only .2 more. So really they are probably close unless the KTM motor or mapping gets better mpg
I actually bought this YZ250FX from Kyle and I absolutely love it. Thanks again Kyle!
Glad to hear from you Greg! I'm stoked that you love this bike. It's a great package!
@@DirtBikeChannel How can I win it if it was sold??? LoL
Bueller? Bueller??? Bueller????
"I like this KTM, because it's like my KTM"
LOVE my 16' XCF! I'm a little peeved it doesn't have a Kickstarter though, it's my ONLY gripe about this bike. I can't believe and furthermore don't understand why they wouldn't put one on a bike with a 2.6 gallon tank. They designed it for distance, not for dead batteries... Anyway, fantastic bike, never had a day that I wished for something else.
I sold my yz250fx and bought a yz125, I am much happier with the 125 because of how light and nimble it is. Also the yz250fx did feel like a "thumper". Idk I just did not feel comfortable on the 250fx. Also the powerband on a 125 is so fun.
Wonder how much time the yamaha would lose in a pit stop in GNCC due to the fact that the gas cap is under the seat?
Good question.
TeKaMOTO I race the 450FX and it does take a couple seconds more and you have to worry about pinching the vent hose but other than that its not bad.
Riley Genereux Oh, ok! Can it be fitted with one of those quick fill gas tanks at all or are you stuck with how it is?
yes you can Paul whibley has one. google him otherwise yes you would lose a little bit of time
If you think that really matters better worry about suspension first
Great content, as usual. Glad the comparison was between a more closely matched pair (same displacement & both 4 stroke). Preferences, likes, and dislikes are always subjective to each individual, but to hear the differences is a good value to subscribers.
The 2020 model year has brought about big changes between these two bikes. Have you considered redoing this review?
I have a yz250x and a husky 300tx. Both phenom bikes....however the build quality of the Yamaha is hands down better. Want to know how Ktm sheds weight? Look around at the quality of some of the fasteners and parts. Of course the Yamaha steers heavier. The fork is where it’s supposed to be in the triple trees, and the sss stays planted. The suspension is not comparable even though ktm has gotten better. The ktm motor is awesome, but I believe these guys are just so used to ktm’s that they bleed them. I do however really value Kyle and his opinions, but I do believe there is some bias here.
I’ve ordered 22’ YZ250FX. (At 5.9’ 150lbs, how well do you think I’ll fit on the bike?
I just bought a 2015 300 xcw. The gearing is spot on for what you've said, it's alot to get used to. First gear is crazy low and second is almost to tall it's weird I have to ride the clutch alot more
Thanks for sharing your thoughts guys! These comparisons are always fun to watch. After riding my 2015 wr250f for a year and modding it a bit ($1000 is a good estimate of what the avg. rider will want/ need to add, wr and fx), I have gotten used to, and don't mind the quirks (gas tank, air filter, etc.). However, having to pull the subframe to remove the tank (PIA) is what sparks my interest in other designs such as KTM.
Interesting.
Forgot to add that kicker on FX is $200 or more. If added to ktm they would charge $300 or more. It's an option on the FX right now.
The KTM won't start with a dead battery or bad connection even with a kick starter, you need enough juice to run the fuel pump and EFI.
The KTM's I've owned will certainly start with a dead battery. I've done it a few times :(
@@DirtBikeChannel yes but is that for a carburated bike or one with EFI? interesting question...
Dirt Bike Channel you were able to kick start an efi bike with a dead battery?
Salami Cheeks I had a kick starter on 2011 Ktm 350 sx it started fine with toasted battery
As always, thanks for the great info. Which of these bikes would be consistently better on track? Thx again.
I like the innovation from Yamaha. I hope they keep it up.
great vid i got myself a new 2018 yz250fx and love it ,better than my ktm300exc .the front end is awesome and safer to ride ...
Why is it safer? Im a beginner
A friend purchased a 2020 KTM 300 he was not going to buy it because it did not have a he called a KTM representative and they said they are in the process of developing a Kickstarter for the 300 should be up late this year or sometime the beginning of next.
The 250XCF gear box is 10% wider than the Yamaha. If first felt lower on the yamaha then it's cause the KTM had high overall gearing (factoring in internal gears), so it's 6th would have been much higher than the yamaha's, hence trouble pulling it. The gear box on the XCF is the same width as a 500XCW (this does not apply to other XC/F's.
Would either bike actually work, if the battery was completely nonfunctional (defective, bad wiring, internal short)? Would fuel pump, injection and ignition operate without a battery?
One hting nice about those old "squatty" bikes is that you could dab either foot without tipping the bike over
Awesome, honest, non biased review from real riders. Good job guys! Now if you could just get your hands on a Beta.
Comparing top end power of the yz250fx to the 250x; would you say the yz250fx is close?
Don't forget that the YZ250FX is about $1,000 cheaper. So basically both bikes are the same and one is $1,000 less. I would bet you can get a bigger IMS tank for about $300.
John Chafin Yamaha to cheap to put hydraulic clutch on way better than cable clutch
Sponsored by Ktm? Word choice and discussion topics point to biased “opinions.” “Hard to take off the air box cover”, “hard to take off the tank” no one care about convenience they care about practically and performance. “The ktm has a better battery” well the yamaha can afford to have a little bit of an outdated and heavier battery because it has a kick start! You said it yourself that you would sacrifice “less than ten pounds” for a kickstart. Basically paying 900 extra dollars for hand-guards and .6 extra gallons per tank.
Nick McCardel you forgot Yamaha has no hydraulic clutch won’t buy a bike with out one myself
@@rickvonderchek6898 I have a 2021 yz250fx and the clutch pull is really light, a very small difference compare to ktm and I'm saying this because one of my buddies has a 21 xcf 350 and I ride it sometimes, it feels almost the same to me.
You didn't feel as fast on the YZ, possibly because you are more comfortable and allows you to relax more.
Where I live, the yz is about 1,000$ cheaper. That is a big difference. I can find handguards for well under that!! Lol I just wish Yamaha made a 350
I just cant get over no kick start on the ktm i like ktms but i bleed blue
Kyler Carlstrom I have a 2019 KTM with no kick start. I asked the dealership about a kickstart kit and they told me it doesn’t matter. According to the parts guy at the dealer, if the battery is too low to start it, it’s too low to run the EFI and computer, so the bike wouldn’t run anyway. It didn’t really instill any confidence in my purchase.
5:40 well that's not much of a difference at all, but I do find it surprising to hear that the KTM doesn't have enough power to pull in its highest gear
Do these new 250fs have enough torque to lug a 280lb slow c rider around the woods?
Could you do a video on how to install a hydraulic clutch? Thanks!
I've never done one before.
When the KTM Freeride E-XC comes out can you please test it and do a review on it? Thank you.
Great videos and like how much effort you put into them. Are you ever going to do any reviews on crfs in the future
Yes, I've done the CRF50 and I'll do the CRF110 in an upcoming video :)
Sweet... I was looking at buying a CRF110, but I can not figure out how to keep my knees from hitting the dirt.... Any ideas?
Got a question on the sight glass for the oil I changed the oil on my 2014 Yamaha yz250f and when I start it I can't see oil there but when I let it cool oil fills it up is that how it's suppose to be?
Tanks, Which is better for dune ?
Could you guys compare the two stroke yz250 and 250 ktm xc as well?
great review! iam a ktm fanatic and will never sell my 300 exc! but between these 2 bikes i would slightly have to lean to the yamaha..manly back up kicksrart, the air filter is like a foot higher ( less likely to hydo-lock, very cool)...and the size of the filer is mute obviously it is faster ao cfm is not an issue..but ktm gets the fit and finish for sure!
The air filter inlets are only a few inches higher on the Yamaha.
gotchya...thanks for the reply kyle
on my 2019 yz250fx i went on a 45 mile ride just the other day and only burnt about a 1/3 of my fuel easily cant get 80 miles out of one tank which is a pretty long ride in the mtns in my opinion I don't see the fuel tank being that big of an issue.
Agreed 99% of riders can't ride long enough to run out of gas.
Can you guys review some hinged dirtbike boots?
Albert Tran check out the forms terrain enduro if you're an off-road rider. It's s hinged boot with a lug sole. I love the sole when you have to get off and help your friends etc
Albert Tran forma not forms
Sidi Crossfires man. Nothing touches them
this channel is so biased towards ktm lol every time i watch a video of his its just him talking about how great his ktm is and how everything else is sub-par. i would disagree. im happy without air forks thanks though for your opinion. try doing an honest review instead of tooting your ktm horn every video
Thanks you finally someone with an unbiased eye towards KTM! Cheers mate
What's the best radiator protection I can get for my 09 kx250f for about 100$
DO you have a preference between the YZ and WR? I am looking at both.
Hello Everett. I am coming off a 2008 WR 250F (uncorked). Bought it new and it was bullet-proof. Would take me up anything, if I could hang on. Deposit is down on a 2021 YZ 250FX. Looking forward to comparing the two rides.
Ive just baught a 2012 modle sxf 250 ktm and have had so many problems with the electrical start but love the bike. Is there and aftermarket kickstart part available?
kyron byrne get the new model of starter with 410w...change the crown wheel and the bendix from the 2016 exc model...and you will be very happy
2ride adventure thanks mate
kyron byrne you are welcome mate :)
Does the fx smoke on cold start?
Theres an old saying in the competition shooting world "smooth is fast"
How tall are you two?
Great vid ! For off road or trail riding KTM is just superior in my opinion but for MX track I like Kawasaki or Suzuki's I have a KTM SXF 350 for track and don't like it but I love just trail riding with it I can't explain it ? And I have a KTM EXC 500 that I love too ! But for track KXF 450 !
Wow.. Really? So hard to take off the air box cover. If you're nit picking such small things then talk about taking the gas cap cover off the ktm. Man up. I've seen plenty of ktm's going down the road to and from a race while missing its cover. I'll take the extra 10 seconds of taking off the cover knowing I won't lose it. If you guys are worried about the Yamaha feeling cramped then maybe mention it has 4 positions to adjust the handlebar position. I love your videos but this review was not very planned out nor informative.
Jason, we did move the handlebars forward but it still felt cramped compared to the KTM:). I also had to try to get this from 40 minutes down to 20 minutes. Not easy to do, especially when I'm not getting paid for it. Nit-picked on both of them because it's a review. I'm happy to refund your money on :)
Dirt Bike Channel. I'll glad come help ya out. Lol. I think on the negatives for both bikes (ie: the tightness of the cockpit) that viewers know that there's a possible fix. Great videos still.
Thanks for the feedback as usual this is personal preference. The gas cap on my KTM doesn't bother me haha.
Just brought home a 2018 FZ250FX today and love it. Doesn't feel cramped to me but I'm only 5'8" and 155 lbs. I love it! Just need a spark arrestor on it.
Could it be that because it's a "cream of the crop" KTM you might have WANTED to like the KTM better?
Thanks for reviewing all these different bikes, you share a lot of good info. From everything I've seen, the Yamaha seems to be over engineered and they're trying to reinvent the wheel. If it ain't broke don't fix it I say
The Yamaha just needs to be little more refined and it will be great.
These are the videos you need a post you can't compare the yz250x with the 300xc because in every video you just talk about how much more power the 300 has
And this video took over 16K in capital to buy 2 bikes that I didn't intend to keep. Sure, I sold the bikes, but lost about 4K in the process. See why I can't do that very often? :)
great review!, wow!, so you have 3 ktm and 2 yam in your garage! (ktm 350, 250, 300, Yam 250fx, x)
No, I sell them once I'm done reviewing them. I only have 2 or 3 bikes at at time on the channel generally. Both of these bike have been gone for some time now.
Reviewers should not refer to bikes as “this” or “that” specially on a video where its more audio than visual. It makes it very confusing to figure out which is “this” or “that”
I'm getting sick of you going on a rant about how amazing KTM is every single video. It's getting old. Mixed things up a bit
Kick start sold it to me. If I had $10k ish, Yamaha. I’ve been stranded. It’s not fun
also i believe a review with a new betarr may prove to be prudent vrs the ktm exc? apples/apples.
Im a yam guy but great video guys.
You say the YZ250FX is more of a thumper and the ktm is a thoroughbred yet the YZ250FX beats it in the drag race and pulls away big time on the top end. The fucking KTM can’t even pull 6th gear. God damn, quit drinking the orange kool aid boys.
What yr is the KTM?
Rks 25 2017
I think
How much is it to put a kicker on the ktm? I bet that's cheap. Lol
Great review Kyle, and Sam. I love the quality product you guys are producing. I have really enjoyed the side by side comparison. Keep up the great work, Kyle I noticed you never even mentioned the ktm 300, what happened lol. (There is a lot to love on a 300) thanks
I'm glad I was able to make a video without talking about a 300!
I have been riding a lot of single track the past few years, I would love to see a video for the novice single track riders, what they could do to help there MX bikes handle the trails a little better, I see a lot of guys get very frustrated on trails due to the MX bikes they are riding. Thanks keep up the good work
That is a huge them of this channel. I think most guys are riding the wrong bikes. Pure MX bikes don't make really great off road bikes, especially for beginners.
The YZ250 doesn't have a bigger enough fuel tank? Are you for real or what. Best you actually see how far you can get on a YZ250FX before making such a stupid comment. In stock form, I have
seen them get 150km, which is further than every other bike in our group of 18 riders of mixed bikes.
I love the YAM
with the CR 250r rmz 450 rmx450. :4: rmz 250 :2:
Anyone:
Yeah litteraly anyone: KTM makes good dirt bikes
Yamaha Fanboys: Hes sponsored by KTM
should do 2016 crf 250 next
So what ur saying is there is don't waste time and get a Yamaha, just buy the ktm
I preferred the KTM, but there isn't anything "wrong" with the Yamaha. I certainly LOVE the YZ250X, but the YZ250FX wasn't my favorite bike ever.
Hah that's exactly what I did!
Does this guy even race?
Might as well just re name this channel the ktm channel. Finding any and every excuse to pick ktm over anything else. Total ktm fanboys.
that's why there logo is orange
ANy bike with a fuel cap under the seat is NOT "race ready".
Only downfall to this channel is 450 reviews... wether or not u think it’s best most ppl ride and like 450s
What year is the FX
2015
You ever gonna try get your hands on them electric bikes?
As soon as you donate yours to the channel :)
I could see me ripping that radiator shrouds off on the ktm in 30 mins lol the yamaha i would be fucking up my air intake yeah that would be great lol
So I been listening to you for a while analyzing you are a KTM guy for sure owned tons of Yamaha and own new KTM love both but Yamaha is way better then KTM
Please sir, some proper grammar, syntax and punctuation is in order.
@@wildyzbill6054 sorry sir about my comment not being done correct I love motorcycles did not graduate high school payed attention to work hard learn a great trade and make a decent life !nd happen to be able to own a nice dirt bike sorry to offend you or anyone else
I'd rather have the Yamaha.
Both cracking bikes I think!
just bought a 2018 xc-f250 (with only 10 hours on it) based on this video. Let me tell you this thing is a dog! gutless pos! It stalls very easily and will not even pull the front wheel in 1st gear with out the clutch! I had a 16 yz250fx and it is day and night!!! Has anybody had this same experience?
Kawasaki make the BEST Dirt Bikes
Need to get a CRF250RX man
Naturally the KTM must be faster, it's got black rims!
Yeah, they went black on the 2017 Yamaha's and they did get faster!
Yamaha 🥇
Yz250fx is literally a trail bike
No real suspension comparision.
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Could you guys compare the two stroke yz250 and 250 ktm xc as well?
A C these two bikes are bikes that this guy owns. He's just a regular guy despite clearly being well off, he can't be buying a new bike all the time. That would eat anyone out of pocket unless you are a pro with sponsorships and millions of dollars.
I don't have a KTM 250XC in my arsenal anymore...
Awesome, honest, non biased review from real riders. Good job guys! Now if you could just get your hands on a Beta.
Comparing top end power of the yz250fx to the 250x; would you say the yz250fx is close?
No, it's not close. The YZ250X has much more power and is at least twice the fun in my opinion. Just being honest.
Oh, and I plan on getting a Beta next.