2019 KTM 250 EXC TPI- 5H Maintenance Check

[@notjoecheez1]

Even though I don’t have a ktm, I like watching these vids. I have a 91 cr250r. Love wrenching on dirt bikes. I just fully restored mine. Was really fun.

[@maverick2242]

Don’t ever sell that bike, I regret selling my 93 and trying to get another, but have a KTM as well as everyday bush rider. Love 90s Cr250s.

[@notjoecheez1]

Maverick224 it’s funny you say that. I almost sold it once but decided against it. So glad I didn’t. I bought it in 2003. Such an awesome bike. I tried keeping it looking as original as I could. Not 100% original but real close.

[@JonLloyd65]

Although it's all in the manual - its good to see you actually walking through the process. I am up to about 3.6 hours so another run and then I will do this. I will order the ODT when your shipping service returns for Australia.

[@OffTheBeatenPath_]

This guys used bikes are in better shape then new.

[@mandonini_]

He is not using it as it should be used like a real enduro.

[@lucsergerie1835]

@@mandonini_ My friend you don't know him :) I am sure he ride much much better then you!

[@JonSheppard]

Need one of those oil drain tools. Removing and re-installing my p3 carbon skid plate is a pain

[@JonSheppard]

Ordered my ODT. Thanks!

[@TokyoOffroad]

Thank you. It has been shipped to you so you should receive it by this time next week. I hope you enjoy using the ODT.

[@rdnthedirt]

Another thing ktm doesnt add enuff grease at steering stem, tp, bottom

[@maverick2242]

Nice work dude, you got some mods on the bike all ready I see, wheels, seat, master slave protection skid, 🤙

[@adamthompson1948]

Also put electrical grease on the electrical fittings they never do that at the factory

[@MrSamu923]

am i wrong or is he using 4 stroke oil for a 2 stroke KTM. is it okay to do that? and on my 250 tpi 2018, i can fill the oil right next to the petrol?

[@TokyoOffroad]

The recommended oil for KTM/Husky 2-stroke transmissions, including your TPI is Motorex Top Speed 4T 15W50. The recommended oil to put in your TPI oil tank (or mixed with gasoline for carb models) is Motorex Cross Power 2T. You'll find this information in the Operators Manual.

[@sm400xr]

Thankyou for the helpful video

[@Cee-FJedi]

Awesome Video and spot on advise, thanks for taking the time to do them. Does your oil drain tool fit a 2018 KTM 350 EXC-F? Cheers

[@TokyoOffroad]

Due to 4-strokes having multiple drains and screens I'm not sure how useful a drain tool would be to you as you'd probably need to take the skid plate off anyway.

[@gthomas4587]

Why are there two cables on acceleration?

[@bdgnz]

Hi - I've been using your drain tool, its great. One question; I also took out the screw for the oil level on the opposite side of the gearbox but now it wont screw back in. Do you have any tips for getting screws back in? Thanks

[@TokyoOffroad]

Pleased to hear that you like the drain tool. Be very careful not to overtorque the oil level screw. Many people have stripped the threads on these. On my bikes I only ever remove the oil level screw once (to measure the oil volume) and from then on measure out the required oil volume in a jug.

[@bdgnz]

Hi - @@TokyoOffroad Yes it's the first time I have touched the oil level screw since buying my EXC 300 in 2018 - wishing I hadn't removed it now :(

[@lucastaylor5575]

Would you tool be compatible with the KFC chip grease fat I use for my gear box oil

[@tavashei2563]

What Temp Gauge are you using and how to Install it ? Would be an interresting Video !!!

[@TokyoOffroad]

It’s a Trail Tech fan kit which comes with the digital display/controller. This video shows the installation on my friend’s 300 (KTM branded version but the same as the Trail Tech one): kzbin.info/www/bejne/mH7Xh2SaiZt-Zrs

[@desigart1089]

Hi! Can you help me please? I just bought a 2018 exc 250 tpi, during my first ride i realise that after i start the bike my oil light wont turn of completely, it stays always on. I start the bike, the light turns on very bright and a few seconds "turns off" the bright and stay always on with a less bright light and never turns off completely. Im not sure but i think before the light used to turn off completely, is this normal? When i got home after that ride( 3 hours rt ,79km) i refilled the oil tank and measured that took about 60ml to fill up again. So it is not oil faulty...

[@TokyoOffroad]

Sorry to hear about the problem. Something is wrong, but so long as you keep the oil tank full and the oil pump works OK then no damage to the bike will occur. Perhaps the oil level sensor in the oil tank is faulty and needs replacing. I haven't had one fail yet so am not certain of the symptoms...

[@desigart1089]

@@TokyoOffroad thanks for awnser me, i really appreciate that👍 Il try to check if the sensor is ok. Also ill check if oil pump is working by connecting the diagnostic plug priming.

[@korearoughterrainchannel4104]

Hi! one more time I want to ask you for advice. Recently wether outside is too hot and in the oil pump line I can see small air bubbles. Motorcycle KTM exc 300 tip is only 60 hours. After priming its disappeared but happened again after an ride. Oil tank is full. Oil pump working well. Should I change oil pump? Clean oil tank? Or its just high temperature and riding makes oil-air cocktail in the oil tank/ Thank you.

[@TokyoOffroad]

This isn't an issue I've experienced (was riding today in the mountains, probably high of 30C and no air bubbles in tube). My recommendation is to discuss with your KTM dealer, or you might like to ask the same question on the Facebook KTM Husqvarna TPI Owners Group.

[@korearoughterrainchannel4104]

@@TokyoOffroad thank you for advise. Probably I have to take it seriously.

[@Adam-rh8fj]

Hey I was sold 15w50 4 stroke transmission oil to put in the transmission, does it matter that it says it's for 4 strokes? I imagine the transmission would be similar and the guy in the shop said it's fine. In fact I cant seem to find oils that specifically say 2 stroke gear oil. I'm new to the 2 strokes so it might be a stupid question but thanks anyway

[@TokyoOffroad]

Motorex TopSpeed 15W50 is the recommended oil and on the packaging it is marked 4T. But it’s the correct oil and works well in my experience.

[@Adam-rh8fj]

Thank you your a life saver

[@nicknicky873]

After the first 5hr oil change, in how many hrs should the rest of the oil changes be done? Every 8hrs on a 2 stroke?

[@TokyoOffroad]

The KTM 2019 TPI manual says every 40H, although I'll do it every 20H, or less. It's always better to change the oil sooner than later. Have a good look at the oil when you change it and if it looks clean you can probably go longer between changes. The interval will also depend on how you ride the bike. For aggressive race use changing the oil after every race is probably a good idea. For trail riding like I do then the interval can be longer...

[@janolewilhelmsen]

Just bought a used 2018 250 tpi. My first two stroke. Bike won't rev when cold, but I guess that's normal? But some times it wont rev in second gear. Seems like I'm hitting some kind of revlimiter, other times it's fine. Revs good in higher gears. Any idea what it could be?

[@TokyoOffroad]

Does the bike rev out OK when warm? My 2019 takes about 5-10 mins before its up to temp. When it's cold do not give it too much throttle. It's best to warm the engine carefully and not give it a handful of throttle when still cold.

[@koengixxer]

Did u check the filter in the fuel line?? These tpi bikes have also little fuel filters that can get dirty..

[@michaelsteven1090]

Wow, no tipping over the bike to the floor on the drain side?..I get a lot more used oil out by tipping the handlebar to the floor..Check that next time.

[@TokyoOffroad]

I've tried, but didn't seem to get much more out so don't bother. I change the oil regularly so it doesn't bother me that much whether I leave a small amount of old oil. But there's nothing wrong if you want to tip the bike right over and drain as much as possible.

[@kilerek07]

Where did you get throttle sensor protection guard?

[@TokyoOffroad]

The TPS just has the stock cover. I haven’t installed a guard.

[@sm400xr]

Hi there,will you be able to give Simon Godden one of your oil drain tubes please, he is due a UK visit May time, I can give him the funds for this product and any other recommended products for the TPI's. I have a 300 TPI brand new. From simons nephew James

[@TokyoOffroad]

Noted. Yes, no problem...

[@sm400xr]

Thanks ! Please include stickers and I will represent on my Instagram. You need to start an instagram page! Cheers guys !

[@jamesau00]

Don’t you find you get clutch drag using the full 800mL?

[@TokyoOffroad]

Recently I’ve been using less oil (675ml) after I measured the oil voilume. I don’t really notice any difference in clutch drag though. In this I show how I measured the oil volume: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5nbgp2bZc95d68

[@israelordonez7675]

how can you meassure the 20 newton meters torque?

[@TokyoOffroad]

I use a Tohnichi QL50N-MH torque wrench which can be set to torque 10~50Nm.

[@willschuck4335]

So is this bike legal in nz and also if so when does it need an engine rebuild

[@TokyoOffroad]

Engine rebuilds on KTM 2-stroke off-road bike are typically done between 100-200H depending on how it has been used. If you ride aggressively and spend more time with the engine at high rpm then the overhaul interval should be shorter than someone who ride more relaxed. I typically overhaul my top ends at about 150H. Regarding whether the bike is legal in NZ, that would be best answered by a KTM dealer in NZ, or someone else with experience there. Anyone else know?

[@Earlhelder]

Hey, youre using 15w50 4t oil? Shouldnt be an gear oil? Theyre around 70w

[@TokyoOffroad]

Motorex Top Speed 15 50 4T is the oil recommended by KTM 2-stroke transmissions. I use this on both my bikes (2017 250 EXC currently 295H and 2019 250 TPI currently 35H) and have had no issues and good shifting and clutch life.

[@Earlhelder]

@@TokyoOffroad Thank you for your feedback. Maybe works differently with KTM gearbox . My motorbike is now 24.850km and ive always used Putoline GP 10 75W.

[@tjlovesrachel]

Helder Vieira what bike are you riding

[@derelict92]

Do you ship to the US? I wanted to buy the oil drain tube

[@TokyoOffroad]

Thanks for your interest. Yes, worldwide shipping is no problem at all and the shipping cost is calculated automatically at checkout.

[@larsan2000]

@@TokyoOffroad i get "no shipping options" to Norway.

[@TokyoOffroad]

@@larsan2000 - Thanks for your interest. Currently Japan Post service is suspended to Norway due to Coronavirus. I can ship using UPS, but the shipping cost is higher. Please contact me here and we can discuss options: www.tokyooffroad.com/contact/

[@scrambled1213]

Do you prefer the 250 TPI or 250 XC? Currently riding a XC, thinking about trying a TPI.

[@TokyoOffroad]

The stock TPI power, especially down low, feels quiet soft. I’ve add an FMF Gnarly pipe and RK Tek head to mine and it performs much better now. This year I’ll probably also install an aftermarket engine control unit so I can change the map for additional performance.

[@scrambled1213]

@@TokyoOffroad Thanks for the info. Not liking the sound of a soft bottom end. Many seem to report that. However some, seem to report the bottom end feels more like a 300. Wonder if there are different maps in the bikes, or they say it feels more like a 300 because it lugs really well for a 250. JD has dyno charts comparing the TPI and well a jetted 250. The charts are almost identical. Instead of a full out dyno run; I'd like to see a comparison of 1/4 throttle roll on of each bike. Wondering if the ECU is playing some sort of emissions game at part throttle or different maps installed in the bikes for different regions.

[@TokyoOffroad]

Tim Maskell - Yes, the TPI does lug well and you have to try really hard to stall it. Nonetheless, stock it feels soft compared to a carb model.

[@mattthompson8657]

800ml is too much oil, needs about 650-700ml after emptying from the drain bolt. The 800ml stated in the manual is if the cases have been split and the gearbox is completely empty.

[@TokyoOffroad]

I keep meaning to do an accurate oil capacity measurement. Next oil change I’ll do it and make a video.Will be interesting to see how much oil it takes when draining using my standard method.

[@keironhassan]

Does the bike need to be up to temperature for the oil change as i did one when the bike was cold

[@tjlovesrachel]

S Tree Gang always warm up the engine ... it gets all the crap in suspension and makes it faster to drain.

[@Adam0229]

I agree with Matt on this, I have changed the gear oil on my 2017 xcw a few times now. I was nervous about adding too much oil, so I measured the amount that came out. Even after opening the overflow I get roughly 650 ml. So that tells me there’s either 150ml that’s still in there somewhere or wept out of the overflow. Also, I found that opening the overflow, allowed more used oil to come out the drain hole. I love your videos Tokyo. Helped me out with my spark plug issue on my 2019 TPI. Thank you.

[@andredasilva-y1w]

What did you think about Amsoil ?

[@TokyoOffroad]

Amsoil is not easily available in Japan so I've never considered using it. However, I've read and seen various videos about it. Some people swear by it, others advise not to use it. I personally use Motorex Cross Power 2T in my 2019 KTM 250 EXC TPI and 2017 KTM 250 EXC (60:1), as recommended in the manual. When I did a top end overhaul on my 2017 after 145H the piston, rings and cylinder all looked in really good shape and the power valve had minimal deposits. As such I think Motorex Cross Power 2T works well. It's available in most shops in Japan at about $18/liter.

[@AzDAEG]

Oilドレン 欲しい 何処に売ってるんだろう

[@TokyoOffroad]

Thanks for your interest. This is the Tokyo Offroad Oil Drain Tool for 2017+ KTM 250 and 300 bikes (including TPI): www.tokyooffroad.com/product/oil-drain-tool-kit/

[@mixalis6168]

2 h dislikes, hmm 2 people who really need a life @@

[@MotoMarv-Micahboy]

Does this tool work on all bikes?

[@TokyoOffroad]

The long version shown in the video will work on 2017+ KTM 250 & 300 2-strokes. A shorter version is available for earlier model KTM 2 strokes with the oil drain on the right side. And a different version is available for Beta 2-strokes. www.tokyooffroad.com/shop/

[@1993-y7m]

Need to brush up on bike cleaning skills, under petrol tank is filthy my tpi’s on 52 hours n she’s spotless!

[@TokyoOffroad]

I left that dirt there on purpose. No one would believe I ever ride if it’s spotless ;-)

[@deadahead8701]

Debris!

[@keithsada1380]

Geez people just drain it where it's supposed to be drained from. I would never remove the looking glass. 🙄