Congratulations to Reeve Harper for guessing first what bike I'd bought from only the terrible little cropped photo of it I uploaded! Well done buddy. This is a bit different as far as my first ride videos go, but I really wanted to share my experience of buying my first bike because as you can see, it didn't go at all how I'd thought... I really considered scrapping all of that footage because I felt that I came off as ungrateful or a bit of a brat in it, but decided to post it anyway in the hopes that if anyone who watches ever finds themselves in that same position, they'll know not to panic and just give it time. The $1,000 Dirt Bike Challenge BTS livestream is still to come, I just haven't really had a chance to gather my thoughts on the experience before I talk about it all... even though all you guys have heard is radio silence from me since the last episode went up, it's actually been really full on for me! I'll let you guys know if any big news comes out of it. It became clear on the #1KDBC that Sowman Films can't continue to grow without venturing into other streams of revenue, the videos are simply getting too expensive to rely solely on the KZbin monetization system... so I've re-launched my Patreon as the first of a few methods we'll be trying here in the near future. If you can afford it please head over there, check out the rewards available and consider supporting the channel that way in order to help us move on with bigger and better projects going forward! And if you like my new gear, head over to www.moto-loko.com/ to check it and many other cool setups and products out! If there's anything you like, be sure to enter the code: SOWMAN14 at checkout to get 14% off your order! Man... that was a long pinned comment. Felt I owed you all a good update! Until next time, hit that like button, make sure you're subscribed and look forward to more WR content, and of course the not-so-subtly-teased 2 stroke build that's coming up! Cheers - Ash
@kodyknapp48023 жыл бұрын
You should do another video at my place and bring up some more people on some 2 strokes aswell cheers Kody Knapp
@chillycheeze22073 жыл бұрын
The way you describe the feeling after buying a bike is all too real, i feel the same feeling of regret and dread and then aftwr spending time with it i find myself proud as heck and constantly catch myself gazing at it while in the shop. I think 80%+ of us can greatly relate
@cane22532 жыл бұрын
If anyone wants to learn about Jesus Christ reply
@dirtbikebandit75672 жыл бұрын
You would feel more good about your purchase if you don’t finance never finance
@michaelharold1366 Жыл бұрын
@@dirtbikebandit7567 thanks Dave Ramsey. I keep my cash in high yield investments, so if the interest rate is lower than 8% it cost me money to pay cash. Some people just don’t like to spend a lot of money.
@michaelharold1366 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely feel this. For me, it’s guilt of pleasure. I put my family first, so when I do something for me I feel guilty.
@robertbaker9329 Жыл бұрын
I just financed a 2023 yz250x I put 3 thousand down at least I’m in America it’s a great bike glad I got it
@Alex-gp1fz3 жыл бұрын
“One of these days where you feel like you never wake up” I have that feeling like every other day, I don’t know why. But it makes social interactions so awkward and emotionless
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
It's the worst feeling man...
@rztrzt3 жыл бұрын
Seek medical help, you might have depression or something of the sorts.
@Alex-gp1fz3 жыл бұрын
@@rztrzt yeah I think it is derealisation, apparently all you can do is kind of wait it out. I’ve had it since roughly a month after my dad passed in a plane crash 2 years ago when I was 17. I don’t really want to go to a therapist because I’m into guns, and in Australia if you have ever gone to a therapist or something they won’t let you get a license. I know this might sound silly, but I really want to be able to own my own firearms. From what I’ve read it goes away after a while as you process whatever is bugging you.
@rztrzt3 жыл бұрын
@@Alex-gp1fz Condolences. I get you but for many it just gets worse with time unless managed. Instead of a GP, psychologist, or therapist rather go see a psychiatrist. My mom saw them all and only after the psychiatrist did a load of tests etc and prescribed her new meds did things improve significantly.
@Alex-gp1fz3 жыл бұрын
@@rztrzt thanks, yeah I might do that if nothing changes. But it’s already a lot better than it was like a year ago. I used to also have that where the world seems weird when you look at objects, now I just feel vaguely zoned out. But yeah I might do that, thanks
@ZmanAdventurez883 жыл бұрын
Your style of videos is really something amazing. It doesn't matter what video it is I enjoy them all so much
@dt-hi6bg3 жыл бұрын
I wanna see the husky go head to head with the yammie
@paddyrobbo24303 жыл бұрын
Mate I’d love to see a series where you see how cheap you can get the 1kdbc bikes working again
@megasuperhyperspeed3 жыл бұрын
I'm always game for a full strip down, fix and rebuild series of videos. Could be a decent how to type series with how simple all the single cyclinders are.
@cursedent17703 жыл бұрын
Good idea
@samanthaluck84063 жыл бұрын
Yessss
@tomslack19523 жыл бұрын
Not much beats that "new bike feeling"! Also, PLZ DO A COMPARISON
@rcdhfilms29553 жыл бұрын
Would absolutely love to see a comparison video!!
@cashhodgson84943 жыл бұрын
Im getting one of these bikes and watching this make me so exited
@kerrybutler11493 жыл бұрын
Great looking bike bro!! Heres to many hours roosting🤙
@browie3163 жыл бұрын
We need the wr-husky comparison. Do it!
@sergantskullfuk3 жыл бұрын
Had the same experience when I bought my yz250x brand new. Just like you’re in a haze, you’re happy but meh at the same time. 2hrs later at the track that all wore off and turned to smiles.
@myles94523 жыл бұрын
Hey man, could we maybe get another series of you and the crew at "dirt bike paradise" again? Or something similar?
@honda41003 жыл бұрын
Bring on the bike comparison!!!
@cameronjudd71023 жыл бұрын
please do that comparison, I'm very interest in it!
@daddynipplecorn2 жыл бұрын
yo this was awesome. i bet that was alot of stress but look you already got mad viewssss and this video will always continue to grow!!!
@jbenduro46043 жыл бұрын
Sick bike I got a yz250 my self
@martyspeights292 жыл бұрын
I know that feeling. Bought a 2022 Yz250x. Felt like I signed my life away too. After my first tccra with the new bike felt a lot better. You will remember why you did everything you could to get on the seat.
@wrcrocks3 жыл бұрын
awesome video! love to see the comparison video! love the new wrf colours being all blue! what made you decide on a 250 rather than a 450?
@tonycerruto51573 жыл бұрын
Amazing how much that trail looks like where I ride in the south eastern US. Particularly in North Carolina. Pines, sandy soil, pine needles on the ground and tight! The WR250R is on the top of my list for my next bike purchase. You’ve just reinforced that decision! Great video man! Thanks!
@KN-lq4zv2 жыл бұрын
Ben townley and josh coppins doing your suspension, what a classic
@leondoyle41303 жыл бұрын
I would love to see the comparison video!
@logannicholas55863 жыл бұрын
I want to see a WR and the TC comparison video
@richardlennon41483 жыл бұрын
Mates got a 450fx I've got a 250 fix.Speed difference is down to ride.
@MrNz963 жыл бұрын
congratulations mate!!, sold my 16 WR250F 2 months ago fr a beta 250rr race and still miss my wr250f sometimes
@russelldainack5953 жыл бұрын
I would def check out a comparison video
@adambitingdog1019 ай бұрын
Nice! I like your riding. I have a WR250F as well, my impressions mirror yours
@BR5003 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah! Happy to see you like it, going to be getting myself a wr450f in the next few weeks, keen as!
@theblishknovk9 ай бұрын
Man, ive been looking at nothing but 2 strokes but for some reason these and the yz250fx's keep catching my attention.
@lachiemoto88323 жыл бұрын
Channels well worthy of 100k subs 🔥
@MrToeslider3 жыл бұрын
Nice bike. Keen on some more Anatori videos. Basically because I get to live vicariously through watching your videos. Got to get a crew down there some time
@chippychomper42943 жыл бұрын
Can my vote count as 72k and say yes to the comparison between te and wr
@greasyfilms64263 жыл бұрын
Good choice in bike.
@rileyharris35643 жыл бұрын
yes
@lewismx88153 жыл бұрын
Looking fast on that wr mate! So keen for that old 2t build coming as well!!
@BriqnDexter3 жыл бұрын
A comparison of the wr and the 250i would be awesome. Own the 250i but love the wr
@samconway75912 жыл бұрын
TE vs WR would be sick. Plz drag race.
@vartik22 жыл бұрын
I can definitely relate to your story bro!!!! Iv had that feeling a few times when buying a bike or jetski
@brianebberson9853 жыл бұрын
Crazy you mentioned a comparison video between your WR and that Husky TE 250. Those are the exact two bikes I'm considering, so I would love to see that video.
@chrisbroesky2932 Жыл бұрын
It's a problem for me watching KZbin. Now I'm going to go buy a bike and broke again after but this looks like so much fun.
@1991enduro3 жыл бұрын
It's the finance that pissed on ya chips and your a great KZbin bro I ride a xr250r a crf250r as well big respect from here in UK the real South Wales haha
@liamwilson19483 жыл бұрын
I like most things about the wr250f except for the sound it makes in low rpms or when u pin the throttle from slow speeds but it's not a problem so it's not to bad
@charlottesans92503 жыл бұрын
it is possible that there is still a restrictor flange in the airbox sleeve .. I had the problem  it is possible that there is still a restrictor flange in the airbox sleeve .. I had the problem it is possible that there is still a restrictor flange in the airbox sleeve .. I had the problem Is it possible that there is still a restrictor Flange in the airbox sleeve... i had the problem
@lukepanasiuk17033 жыл бұрын
i think he’s just in a too high gear
@liamwilson19483 жыл бұрын
@@lukepanasiuk1703 yeah true
@aidancampbell2656 Жыл бұрын
The bike sounds amazin
@chrisvids18202 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike! I too bought my first ever brand new bike 6 months ago, a 21 YZ250F! I bet these bikes feel very similar. Mine I bought specifically for track riding, but I occasionally take it on the trails. Biggest complaint is stiff suspension of course on the trails, I just turn the clickers out. Also I really wish mine had a 6speed. No worries though, usually I ride my 1996 Kx250 on the trails, it's great 😃
@Danger_mouse3 жыл бұрын
The WR is the only other brand I'd consider after 2 x Shercos in a row. The 300 SEF 4T with KYBs is a good bit of gear, Yamaha Australia say they sell heaps of WRs but we never see them in the bush. (I've seen 2 x 450s in the last year and no 250s where we ride)
@ShiftGearsMoto3 жыл бұрын
The US model is incredibly underpowered with all the restrictions they have it. After some mods and a tuned ECU, it's decent. Looks like you had to do some similar ones.
@Streetsweepers91573 жыл бұрын
Definitely need a comparison video the new bike looks sweet good work! Definitely need to show me around those tracks one day they look like fun
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
I'll flick ya an inv next time we head out there 👍
@Streetsweepers91573 жыл бұрын
@@ashsowman sweet sounds good 👍
@cyrilletamayo84593 жыл бұрын
That bike looks so good!!!
@NathanGardiner3 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Those trail rides look like fun, are they on the south island, and if so, where abouts? Would love to give that trail a ride myself sometime.
@damolux33882 жыл бұрын
I currently have an 18 250 exc. I'm looking at a second bike (4t and keeping the 2t). This has 100% put the wr on the map for me. I used to consider it fat, soft and slow too.
@tealthy51923 жыл бұрын
Good helpful videos mate. Curious why the wr over the fx. And why the 250 over 450? Happy with the purchase? Plenty of go for the average jo?
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
Wanted the softer suspension and smoother engine for riding this sort of stuff mainly. Same reason for going 250 over 450 too really, they're a bit more surgical with their power delivery
@hazza45092 жыл бұрын
Im 14 and I got a wr426 2001 and it's crazy
@newzealandearthmover40083 жыл бұрын
Sorry but the husky ergonomics appeal to me alot more than the wr. Nice riding tho, cool tracks, enjoyed the watch 👌
@liamwilson19483 жыл бұрын
The end part lmao
@sirpw9205 Жыл бұрын
yes!!
@themonster80423 жыл бұрын
I would love to see my two favorite bikes in a comparison video.
@forestrider79703 жыл бұрын
I half expected you on the 450....and yeah it looks fast for a 250 4 banga!
@richardlennon41483 жыл бұрын
Try forks through 7 mm.Turns better ,still stable.
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
I find that it almost turns a bit too sharp as is. Probably going to go move them flush if anything
@koalaboygaming3464 ай бұрын
I’m 16 and weigh around 60 kg. I’m pretty strong and such and do you think this bike would be a good buy for me?
@njmxjunkie31283 жыл бұрын
Should have gotten the yz250fx it’s more snappy but has the wr 6spd gearbox now. Anyways please do another series on the $1000 bikes
@njmxjunkie31283 жыл бұрын
I take That back, your wr looks Great and a lot of fun. I’m jealous cause I really want A wr450! Or A crf450L!! Currently Own a 2017 crf450r supermot
@sirsyphron78783 жыл бұрын
I would love to see the yammy go against the husky. I am having this debate within myself right now to get a WR or a TEi and this would help tremendously
@jasonshellop48402 жыл бұрын
I got the 2021 450 f I'll be honest it's a lot of bike for this guy
@joelgarrett14273 жыл бұрын
Huski vs a Yamaha i would be keen for a vid
@dmitriypanasyuk14093 жыл бұрын
4:10 knew it lol , dope vid
@mackeymichael3 жыл бұрын
Get rid of that boat anchor of a muffler a YZ one really opens the power up
@lr44293 жыл бұрын
R u gonna be there at the nationals enduro series this weekend end
@jameswilson61913 жыл бұрын
No offense but it sounds horrible at high rpm you should get a fmf
@terrm43093 жыл бұрын
Yo it’s so cool
@ladytradiej80272 жыл бұрын
Yep, I feel the same. I want to buy a new yamaha but feel sick getting the finance and wonder if I'm being selfish.
@jemd73263 жыл бұрын
I have the exact same bike and it’s an absolute beast and I got mine completely deresticted
@jemd73263 жыл бұрын
Btw pls reply cause that would be sick as
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
@@jemd7326 what if I don't want to?
@jasko25603 жыл бұрын
Chur bro from Hawkes Bay
@chrisferguson49913 жыл бұрын
Hey man did you ride the fx 250 as well I'm looking at getting one of the 2 currently ride a exc 250
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I did mate, 2020 and up they're extremely similar bikes aye. Main difference I noticed was that with the shorter exhaust, the FX seemed to run a lot cleaner. Not necessarily faster just cleaner, this WR seems to run a bit rough in the bottom end, have been mucking around with maps since I got it but not much improvement thus far
@alkhalilalbusaidi19323 жыл бұрын
@@ashsowman what if you put on the WR an FX exhaust? I'd love to see a full comparison between the FX and the WR!
@coltanium133 жыл бұрын
I thought the wr250f did NOT come with turn signals? only the 250r (street legal) one did? Also, why do you have to change so many things when you first get it? Is it for a specific riding style? do you recommend this bike without doing all those modifications first?
@ashleypearce35072 жыл бұрын
Hey, are you riding trails in wakefield pigeon valley
@easy4steve3 жыл бұрын
yamaha wr250 have always been a fun bike to ride , they had a bad habit of folding up on the front as yours did there , you should get alot fun hours on it for sure . for me ill stick with my 2011 ktm250exc .2 banger.
@JacobSnover2 жыл бұрын
After hearing you mention what you felt you had to do yo get it 'dirt ready' I'm wondering why you didn't just get the yz250fx? It's already setup that way, just missing the headlight, gauges and fan. I'm not trying to throw shade at you, just curious in your decision, I've seen these bikes raced in stock form, and doing the research myself before buying one I've noticed everyone saying to also do these mods to make it like the FX, so why not just buy the FX if that's what you want? Or did you essentially want an FX with a fan and enduro gauges? I'm honestly just curious man, keep on riding!
@codymac17593 жыл бұрын
Thought you might very rolled out a 2021 dr 😉
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
I'm not worthy
@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson3 жыл бұрын
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@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson3 жыл бұрын
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@jimsec73443 жыл бұрын
Try and get the #1kdbc bikes running again
@exodus31633 жыл бұрын
very nice so is the bike. Btw i can tell your australian so were the same here bud, I got a wr250f too. but mines a 2007 btw do you know where to find those tracks. If they are in victoria, I was thinking after the floods and rain stopped for me i would ride in those places maybe cheers
@tieoneon16143 жыл бұрын
Is the '21 throttle still snatchy/jerky like the FX model? I got rid of my '15 FX cuz it was only comfortable riding wide open and fast, when half the time I used it for exploring and it was too harsh.
@ozziejim84723 жыл бұрын
..... of cause we want a comparison, jezz!
@macdaddykush3 жыл бұрын
Do you not use the clutch when changing gears? i never do but feel like it hurts the bike
@RichardStreeterYZ450FX3 жыл бұрын
Hey there Ash nice ride, now go out there and scratch it up and throw it down, nothing like dropping 15 odd k on a nice new bike then watch it cartwheel down a rock strewn track yee feckin ha, well that's what's happened to me a few times. Cheers Richard
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
Long time no hear Richard, good to know you're still at it! Yeah I already snagged my boot on a bush and looped it out going up a steep hill haha now I can't decide whether the bars are bent or not 😤 I'm just going to try and forget about it...
@RichardStreeterYZ450FX3 жыл бұрын
Yeah got out of dirt biking for a couple of years got sick of spending money on them, gave mini jetboating a go turns out they suck up lots of money too,been following your channel you've come a long way from the young fella in the background of one of my vids, keep up the good work. My 2020 YZ450fx fuckin rocks. Cheers Richard
@user-uq4zf9dx8r3 жыл бұрын
WR450 💪💪❤️
@tonygee32842 жыл бұрын
Hi Ash Just a question Why the WR over the FX 250?
@amek4736 Жыл бұрын
Jak wygląda awaryjność wr 250f od 2020 roku w górę? Psują się silniki ?
@jasegazzard37433 жыл бұрын
Yea not a bad looking bike haha well done man, I've got something new coming for ya, well it looks like ya better get over hear a blat, see if this old man has still got it cheers
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
Haha past time I put a block pass on you! Nah look forward to catching up again, it's been too long
@jasegazzard37433 жыл бұрын
@@ashsowman haha bring it on the fx will just climb up over ya, but first you will have to catch me.
@livelaughlovesenkos2 жыл бұрын
Hey could you tell me where you ride I am looking for locations near me
@mooiboyace2 жыл бұрын
Is this the same super reliable engine as the older WR 250 X ?
@87mitchb3 жыл бұрын
i got an 09, its a great bike, what part of NZ are you?
@23Media.3 жыл бұрын
Looks like Nelson from the filcos shop at the start of the video
@hayden93733 жыл бұрын
How's it compare against the 15 yz250fx you used to ride?
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
A totally different animal aye. That thing was detuned too far from the YZF, whereas this thing is not detuned enough if anything! Even the suspension is harder and this is a WR not an FX...
@tempo89943 жыл бұрын
hold up, thats Greg knaps track
@asheratkinson43343 жыл бұрын
I’ve got interest
@trevornewton96873 жыл бұрын
These dawn powerwash Commercials are going to kill me
@Enduro2623 жыл бұрын
Please please please do a comparison 🤙
@matthewdipadua34633 жыл бұрын
Why did you not just buy a new 250FX after stripping down the WR for the trails. Curious as to why you chose the WR. Thank you
@ashsowman3 жыл бұрын
The WR has softer suspension and smoother power which is better for enduro
@spinna6783 жыл бұрын
Hows the bike mate? tossing up between 350 and one of these.
@dmitriypanasyuk14093 жыл бұрын
How does it compare to a ttr230 ?
@dalelee60193 жыл бұрын
Did not know they made a 2021 Wr250r I got a new 2020 and I was told not making them anymore