17-Year-Old RM 250 Two Stroke Races National Championship vs. Modern 4 Strokes!

Neville Bradshaw races a 17-year-old Suzuki RM250 2 Stroke at the Pro Motocross Championships against modern dirt bikes!
Veteran MX racer and two stroke loving legend Nev Bradshaw has been up to his old tricks again! Nev surprised everyone when he turned up at the first round of the 2022 Revo ACU British Motocross Championship with a 2005 RM 250 as his weapon of choice to take on the Young guns and their modern four strokes!

[@scootypuffjr.]

At 50 years old i just can't get used to the sound of 4 stroke race bikes.

[@johnpena9165]

For some reason I get the filling that riding a 4 stroke motocross bike is simular to riding on my riding lawnmower !

[@davidniquot6423]

Same here, i still got my 1996 CR250R, she's got a real personnality while those 4 stroke are flat.

[@acornfed6484]

Well electric bikes are coming..

[@barneyrubble4827]

I'm 63, same problem. Theres something seriously wrong with it. I hear guys complaining about "keeping it on the pipe"? That's best part of it!

[@verbalwidget7267]

Agreed, I don't hit the MX or supercross because I have zero interest in the 4 strokes.

[@desmond4780]

Awsome! As a 2005 Rm 250 owner and South African, makes me proud! 🏍️🤙💛🇿🇦

[@plantfeeder6677]

Not even a Suzuki fan but love 2-strokes. This made me smile....a lot.

[@kenjuicekrajewski9577]

Great job. 2 strokes will always rule. I've been racing my 1983 kx 250 for 18 years and still shredding new bikes! 50hp. Love the brutal hit

[@justincoats7236]

Really, that's awesome. Have you updated the suspension with new equipment? I'm just impressed..

[@kenjuicekrajewski9577]

@@justincoats7236 kx 500 spring. 88 rear end with disc brake and I've got 2014. Yz 250 front end going on that's like 2 times the size. Cant post pictures here or I would. Lol

[@Nick-Edwards]

My kx500 has been broken for like 3 years now, but while it was running it would always edge out my brothers 450 on just about anything. Can’t imagine what a modern day kx500 would be like.

[@derekmcmanus6228]

I’m am from the USA and I’m am a big fan of Suzuki motorcycle because I rode 2 strokes bikes when I was grown up back in the states, before they were RM.

[@francosheene4631]

fantastic effort from Nev as always good to see him holding his own it looked a hard one with those ruts, 2 strokes forever!

[@999lazer]

The track claimed many a victim that weekend, but Nev's wise head and veteran race craft kept him upright and saw him finish in front of so many fast young guns...wisdom does beat enthusiasm in the long run i think! ;-) Thanks for watching Franco

[@spice3767]

the love for 2 strokes grows all the time

[@999lazer]

2 Strokes for life! Thanks for watching dude

[@ankrapek12]

imagine if nev was few years younger and put 100% dedication and training into racing that thing, results would be top 5 easy!

[@999lazer]

I think your right, he'd only ridden it for 15 minutes beforehand. Amazing really - the track was gnarly too!

[@justincoats7236]

If you don't have much name recognition, racing an old two-stroke would be a great way to get attention. There are shops that can make these things very fast.

[@jaydensdream714]

@@justincoats7236 I have to agree with you. An old factory style engine tech can really change the power curve to suit conditions. A-kit suspension would make him a regional dream crasher.

[@AntiPattern328]

That is great but in the USA nationals / sx, you can only race a 125 2-stroke against the 250 4-strokes which is a huge difference. If ol Stank Dog could ride his 250 2-stroke with the 250 4-strokes, I think he would freaking rip! I think we'd also see a lot more 2-strokes.

[@derekdreke4990]

Yeah they won't even let him use a 150 🤣🤣🤣 don't wanna get they ass kicked

[@blu3qc]

he should be in front easily , 250 4strokes are way slower than 250 2strokes . i think the rider's age has more to do than the bike's age XD

[@timothyellis7456]

Stank dog is cool but you just gonna gloss over Carson brown racing a 250s in the 450f class at Washougal last year?

[@HighSideHustler81]

@@derekdreke4990 really?? Wow I didn’t know that, so dumb

[@HighSideHustler81]

Use to be able to do the 2stroke 250 in the 250 class at Loretta’s and such, Malcom Stewart did it when he started really gettin into racing again on one of James’s old bikes (or maybe just the motor) and they allowed it, like in Canada. But don’t think it’s allowed anymore unfortunately, but not too sure.

[@OutlawH2]

Watching that old RM tear things up with the newer bikes brought back memories from when i raced an RM in the late 90s. 2 strokes ftw!

[@michaellee1663]

And this I why I so enjoy 999 Lazer, Nev's contributions & 2 strokes in general. Another cracking video guys. Thanks👌

[@999lazer]

Glad you enjoyed it mate! It was good to be back at the races with Nev!

[@kevinmee3501]

Great video Max, nev did fantastic on the old Suzuki, never underestimate a 2 stroke bike's they are true beasts, great work again max.

[@999lazer]

Thanks as always mate :D Nev rides those old bikes so well, you can never count him out!

[@chriscurbstompscm]

Great work Max and Nev! You two work so well together. Very cool to see the support Nev is getting, and how happy that team was with his performance. Just so cool to watch Pro level racers actually enjoying racing, especially on a 2 stroke. Thanks for all your guys' hard work!

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment Chris! :D I've got a lot of time for Geoff and SR75 Suzuki, they are just cool guys that like to do cool things. The vibe they create at the races is just really enjoyable, so it's awesome to see Nev involved and getting the support! Thanks again dude

[@rayrice9060]

Can't beat the old stuff

[@999lazer]

haha so true. thanks for watching

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

Hats off to Nev that track was rutted and harsh on a machine he had very little to no time on. Says alot about the man and the machine. Truly awesome.

[@Davido50]

Suzuki rocks. Love the RMs & new RMZs. Great motorcycles! 🇺🇸

[@derekdreke4990]

Right

[@cutters74]

Nice one Max, love seeing Nev rip around on 2 stroke 💯🔥👊🏻✊🏻✊🏻✊🏻

[@999lazer]

it was awesome to see him turn up on that bike for sure:)

[@JohnWhite-tg9wf]

what a blast from the past well done Nev, bet yer arms are hurting now loved it ❤️❤️

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching John! I think it was particularly difficult Monday morning for Nev after this one lol

[@simonjusayin425]

Loving the high quality content as always Max. Nev's an inspiration for me, being a bit older as well. Time to buy another RM I reckon.

[@listenupfools731]

I have an 89 250 I just restored,for sale,rebuilt 91 inverted forks,rebuilt ,terracoated shock,engine new mains,seals,gaskets,top end has maybe an hour on it.

[@Coopdegras]

Absolute professional! Stil killing it after all this time, mad props Nev 😎

[@999lazer]

thanks for watching buddy

[@Coopdegras]

@@999lazer been watching from the start geez keep pushing the content you came a long way. Always appreciate 2 stroke content 😎

[@DCzookster]

Hey Max, once again another fantastic video, wish they would bring back separate 125, and 250 2 Stroke races here in the states. Bradshaw is the man on that Sazook, what a great Bike...thanks again...

[@MHRacing65]

Great video, what an absolute legend wringing the neck of the mighty RM250 , good luck for the rest of the season

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching dude, there's only one Neville Bradshaw that's for sure!

[@joshhughes6316]

Amazing work and amazing video. No matter what it's all about the beauty of old bikes showing they had a spot back in the day and can still hold its own in the right hands. Thanks for the share.

[@Lee-mx5li]

Great job you guys!! Absolutely love it. Thanks for the event👍👍👍👍

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Lee!

[@jccook5353]

Years ago I had a KX500 mxer. Most fun dirt bike I ever had. Amazing. The scary thing was when you got in trouble the best way to straighten it up was to hit the gas then grab another gear. Pretty soon you were in 5th gear going wide open 70 mph with no more gears to go. That's when it got squirrely.

[@glensubtorq]

Bradshaw livin the dream!!

[@andyjackson2269]

Quality Video Max, Excellent ride Nev👍🤘

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Andy

[@simonlittlemore195]

Well done nev great effort and hard work and the sr75 team Geoff and the lads well done 👍 great to hear the rm 250 again

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Simon :D

[@rickrossi4468]

Hey Max. Not much of a Suzuki fan but that build is awfully cool!. That was a great ride and demonstration of skill and talent by Mr. Bradshaw. That is what we call kicking some little kid butt. Nice bike,enjoyed watching. Thanks !

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Rick. Glad you liked it.

[@volksquadman]

How the flock did I miss this! - Great vid & hard going there for Mr Brad, you cannot stop the force he is! Great to see that RM Zapping around those Deep ruts. Made his team Very happy too. Belated thanks for your Work. Always. 👍👍👍

[@robertforsberg6192]

Raced my rm last weekend still smiling!!😎✊💨

[@Kawiboy]

Bike looks sick Fellas👍NB is always AMAZING 👊😉.. Appreciate ya Lazer😃

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching my dude! Nevsta never fails to deliver

[@Kawiboy]

@@999lazer NEVER HAS. NEVER WILL 👊😉

[@jittychitty]

I love two strokes... and sad they went away. I still ride a CR5 and just love it... it is a very solid machine and always works perfectly with plenty of power.

[@chrisbatstone9742]

Hi max 😀😄😄 Nev and team another great video mate and magic Nev again giving his all for love of this fantastic sport Motocross that we all love so very much wicked tack video can't believe it's been 96 I last sent to culham Moto pard buddy for British championships look for to next one nevs a 2 smoker legend giving the kids run for there money

[@999lazer]

Cheers Chris

[@marktavcar567]

Love seeing the RM250 out there, Neville you are a true Champion awesome result

[@racerdaveracerdave]

I had an 06 and loved the thing. Really responsive and tractable power. Very cool guys!

[@fullnoyz7670]

“It shows the world that the bikes a beast and still competitive “ and that your a a animal nev!!

[@justincoats7236]

It's funny, I don't think the new bikes are that much better. Back in the day, I had a 10 year old 2001 RM 250 two-stroke. My buddy had a brand new 2011 RM 450. I rode it and was thinking, it's not much better.

[@datractor]

Epic mate, thanks for putting that on KZbin. Loved it, keep her pinned from New Zealand

[@gregpaszt4671]

We need a 2 stroke classes 4 strokes are way too expensive to keep running for racing on a budget .

[@LilSebastian_]

Not to mention you can rebuild a top end on a 2 stroke in 45 mins and significantly cheaper than a 4 stroke.

[@itsmoto1870]

Yeah 2 stroke guy as well but that’s not happening

[@jonruger]

Racing isn’t a sport for people on a budget

[@floralutsch2273]

@@LilSebastian_ not to mention you need to rebuild a 2stroke 8hrs vs a 4stroke 20 hrs.

[@5tr41ghtGuy]

Modern competition motocross bikes in general are too expensive to run on a budget. Have you considered vintage racing?

[@marcusfalconieri4576]

Great video really enjoyed it thanks for posting made me want to go ride!!

[@mathewharris5003]

Another great video......fantastic content 👌 I literally have that same bike same graphics seat cover everything.....cool to see that 👍

[@pete8163]

What a great vid guys , loved it , beautiful bike , awesome track , amazing guy ….way to go …..inspiring….woohoo….😎🍻

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Pete!

[@wisecampmotorcycles8258]

It would be interesting to see Nev in a race like this, but see Nev riding the Megladon, against the big 4 strokes 👍 Thanks for another great video, good sounds, and good commentary. Lovin' your two stroke content, keep em coming Max.

[@999lazer]

Thanks for the support dude :D The aim is to get Nev racing the Megalodon this summer!

[@philipwurm5121]

Great video and great riding on that beautiful machine…!!

[@brianfinney1719]

Great video and really enjoyable watching Nev ride the RM.

[@999lazer]

Thanks Brian, Glad you liked it,

[@motoxmainia]

lovin this video max is the 2stroke legend going to do more British rounds or any other racing with the sr75 team looks like a cool combination to me

[@999lazer]

he is going to do some interesting stuff with SR 75 . They really are a cool outfit that just love Suzukis

[@charlesholden325]

He should come to the USA and race that bike at Loretta Lynn nationals in the +40, +50 class. Last year Jeff Emig raced a Husky 150 2stroke finished 2nd overall behind Mike Brown on a 450 Husky 4stroke, and Ryan Hughes raced a 1986 Honda CR 250.

[@tonypalmer7779]

Great to watch Neville Bradshaw's race craft

[@TheShift1313]

Nice work! Ive always wanted to build one of the last gen r.250s. Looked at a few but havent found the right one just yey.

[@bundunett3212]

The smell and sound of real old school mx.

[@coltinanderson7313]

This track is a dream! Beautiful!

[@Sn0w1981]

Awesome! Makes me sad i sold my '07 RM250 now.

[@999lazer]

they are a good looking bike for sure :)

[@Sn0w1981]

I restored it completely with new black powder coated frame, the full yellow restyle kit and a plain blue seat. Wanted gold wheels and fork tubes, but was a bit expensive. :) So pretty!

[@vetb882]

I remember Neville Bradshaw even he was racing the 250cc Grands Prix. He was always fast. And he traded it even the 250cc class has become the dominant class when meant of the 500cc to guys raced the 250 instead. That RM was a super model is love to spend a day with. Everyone loves the 2 Strokes.

[@mikebrown41182]

What a great performance. It shows the quality of them two strokes aswell. Atleast KTM and Yamaha realise the important of that market. Kinda odd to see Kawi and Honda and Suzuki watching on the sidelines. I wonder how the mind of them bosses in japan really goes, do they even consider? Cool to see project like this, and well done both on and of the track! 💪🏼

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching dude! You know the sad thing is i doubt those suits in Japan even think for one second about brining back 2 strokes. But like you say at least Austria/Yamaha are keeping the dream alive

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Mr. Honda himself hated 2-strokes. Fun Fact: the original Honda CR Elsinore was built in secret because of Mr. Honda's hatred of 2-strokes.

[@eric6rock]

@@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443 That makes me sick, Blu Crew for the win!!!

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

@@eric6rock Once he saw that they were selling like hotcakes, be very begrudgingly okayed the project. He even once famously said that they would never build a 2-stroke. He eventually changed his tune.

[@CodySnell_87]

Considering suzuki hasn’t even updated the rmz engine in a long time I doubt we will see another 2 smoker from them ever again. I think most brands are looking towards the electric bikes I hope yamaha and ktm still continue to make 2 strokes for a long time

[@tommybritton9273]

Sweet music to my ears

[@Billyspacerocket]

Brilliant Stuff \ Thanks!!!

[@popcornhead3479]

Good ride man!

[@bootysmaka22]

As a former '02 RM250 owner (it was stolen from me 2 yrs ago 😡😡) this makes my day! The last gen of RM250 were amazing bikes, and I had planned to put the modern plastics on it just like this...it looks amazing! I had a Bill's Pipe, Phat Head High Compression Head, re-valved suspension, and a vforce, and the bike was so good! I was always a 125 guy until I started racing the age classes (+25, +30 etc.) where i was racing guys on 450s and having to pass them after a mid-pack start was getting old, so I decided to try a 250 and had no problems from then on! I think I just typed myself into bying another one lol.

[@kevinf2231]

Wicked Video, what a legend on the 2 smoker. If you have ever rode both you know the difference in riding 4 stroke and 2 stroke and got to give nev the upmost respect for his efforts. I will never part with my 2005 cr250, she is a beauty. My ktm 300 does not compare. Mmm 2 Stroke in the morning 😂

[@Eric--zs6um]

Great job by Nev and the RM 250

[@pergo1854]

Awesome, keep going. Well done.

[@alcopower5710]

Bradshaw is outstanding, bike is a dream……..made for each other 👍

[@johnoconnor4516]

Love the Bradshaw vids

[@999lazer]

It was good to be back at the races with Nev! :D Thanks for watching John!

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Keep chugging away Nev! I got a few years on ya and I keep goin when I can. Not as easy, but I ride Evo for fun, moto when I'm out for blood. All in what I'm feeling that week.

[@a.g.somsen3419]

The OLD stuff, is good stuff.

[@robinhall3725]

Great stuff. Thanx

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Robin!

[@philellis4449]

Great to see nev back racing.👍

[@999lazer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@andrewpinheiro7202]

That’s awesome man makes me miss my 2 stroke

[@rareform6747]

I have a retired 1991 RM 250 Race Bike , was shipped from South Africa . It only runs on race fuel and is a perfect fast huge suspension monster !

[@davidcoulson4717]

Nav is incredible💪 not sure how FOX feel about him riding in ASTAR tho 😜 great work Max👍

[@basementracer7622]

Subbed, Love it!

[@christianxzowner2958]

Still very competitive...💪❤ well done everyone

[@chyocom9338]

Nev kicks ass no matter what!

[@999lazer]

He sure does, thanks for watching

[@MacMcCabe2456]

A 83 RM 250 tuned back to the 82 specs with a 82 head would woop even the newest thumpers with the right rider ;)

[@999lazer]

This sounds like it could be a great video! ;-)

[@neiliewheelie8399]

🤣

[@beyondtraining_]

Keep sending it! 2 Stroke forever!

[@xipingpooh5783]

F****ing BRILLIANT!!!! This is a project right in my wheelhouse!!!!

[@999lazer]

I thought you might like this one dude! We'll try to catch up with Geoff and SR75 a few times throughout the season, but if you don't already be sure to follow SR75 and Nev on insta. They are always doing cool stuff. Thanks for watching as always! :-)

[@markcortis2348]

Great effort by all, that nev is a good egg, 🥚👍

[@999lazer]

They don't make many like him anyone that's for sure! Thanks for watching Mark :-)

[@danfreiday8390]

Right on dude ! ! ! That was one tough track, 2 stroke can still beat 4 stroke given a smoother track, no disrespect to 4 strokes but given the rain and the ruts, 4 strokes had the advantage, I raced 2 strokes in the mid 80s to 90s, but no way I can keep that pace anymore, my hat is off to you and taking a bow, there is nothing like bringing a 2 stroke to a 4 stroke party, lol

[@coltinanderson7313]

This is awesome

[@rogermelling8941]

Yes! Go on the zook go on Nev!

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Roger!

[@dirtbikedave]

That just made my day.

[@999lazer]

Glad you enjoyed it Dave, thanks for watching mate!

[@channel1_channel]

Truly surprising! WOW...for a top ten!

[@rowieg2172]

Bad ass as usual 👍🏼👍🏼

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching dude!

[@maxrpm2215]

Just goes to show how good the late Japanese 2strokes were / are!

[@shaunmeadows2998]

Great job nev!

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Shaun :D

[@samj1185]

nice job. great looking bike.

[@levisylvester]

this guy must be one of my favorite riders! but i dont know if a 2005 is old. would be modern to me😆

[@999lazer]

haha, thanks for watching (as usual) :)

[@Roadglide911]

I grew up on 2 stroke dirt bikes and in my mind they are the only true dirt bikes.

[@martinrincon8954]

Just a beautiful RM250 love it look's brand new i always race RM's & hondas but the RM's where my choice👍👍👍👍👍💪💪💪💪🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤙🤙🤙🤙💀💀💀💀💀🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@kennyrichard2971]

That’s awesome I think the two strokes are on the way back gas gas is making awesome 250 from what I’ve been hearing

[@barbarasimons3762]

The only reason 2strokes "left" was because Honda didn't want to make them. They added enough smoke to get capacity advantages that meant people racing had to go 4stroke. The buying public have have dealt with the cost of all the hype around 4strokes and are making the choice to go to the more cost effective 2 stroke for their play bike ( the biggest buying market).

[@Mrdoctile]

After seeing this track... We were so spoiled in SO-CAL mid 70's.. Saddleback park+ more

[@disillusionedone9282]

I am a 50 year old kid. I still ride my 99 honda cr 250 w/ 267 stroker kit. The most fun I ever had on a bike

[@TheJelf10]

Is it 17 years old? Didn't catch it lmao (only joking) Great vid as always Max, and Nev is a legend. Didn't look the best conditions against the torque of the four strokes. ✊🏻✊🏻✊🏻🔥🔥🔥💨💨💨

[@snirtman7223]

Wait, that bike is 17 years old?!?!?? They should have mentioned that in the video!!

[@999lazer]

haha..the track was gnarly for sure, thanks for watching

[@MegaRacerDave]

Love this. But, having raced a KX250 2- stroke in the Southern California desert, I can say there were no 250 4-strokes that were faster than a 250 2-stroke. And, the 2- stroke had a distinct advantage with the dead engine start. Did 250 4- strokes beat me? Yes, but that was because the riders were faster than me, not the bike. A 250 2- stroke with an equivalent youthful rider should smoke any and all of the 250 4- strokes.

[@robertbeattie3988]

Awesome 😎😎💥💥

[@mikesworldadventure6665]

Beautiful

[@johnnovak9402]

awesome ride/rider

[@CJ-gn8qm]

Best brush I ever had! Only replaced 3 new stales and 4 new heads!

[@keithfenwick5502]

Build the man a RMzillar you know RMZ /CR500 ...great job thanks 🙏

[@999lazer]

Thanks for watching Keith....now there's an idea! ;-)

[@derekdreke4990]

This bike is phenomenal 💯