2021 YAMAHA WR250F FIRST RIDE!!!

[@ashsowman]

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

[@kodyknapp4802]

You should do another video at my place and bring up some more people on some 2 strokes aswell cheers Kody Knapp

[@chillycheeze2207]

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

[@cane2253]

If anyone wants to learn about Jesus Christ reply

[@dirtbikebandit7567]

You would feel more good about your purchase if you don’t finance never finance

[@michaelharold1366]

@@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]

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]

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-gp1fz]

“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

[@ashsowman]

It's the worst feeling man...

[@rztrzt]

Seek medical help, you might have depression or something of the sorts.

[@Alex-gp1fz]

@@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.

[@rztrzt]

@@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-gp1fz]

@@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

[@ZmanAdventurez88]

Your style of videos is really something amazing. It doesn't matter what video it is I enjoy them all so much

[@dt-hi6bg]

I wanna see the husky go head to head with the yammie

[@paddyrobbo2430]

Mate I’d love to see a series where you see how cheap you can get the 1kdbc bikes working again

[@megasuperhyperspeed]

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.

[@cursedent1770]

Good idea

[@samanthaluck8406]

Yessss

[@tomslack1952]

Not much beats that "new bike feeling"! Also, PLZ DO A COMPARISON

[@rcdhfilms2955]

Would absolutely love to see a comparison video!!

[@cashhodgson8494]

Im getting one of these bikes and watching this make me so exited

[@kerrybutler1149]

Great looking bike bro!! Heres to many hours roosting🤙

[@browie316]

We need the wr-husky comparison. Do it!

[@sergantskullfuk]

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.

[@myles9452]

Hey man, could we maybe get another series of you and the crew at "dirt bike paradise" again? Or something similar?

[@honda4100]

Bring on the bike comparison!!!

[@cameronjudd7102]

please do that comparison, I'm very interest in it!

[@daddynipplecorn]

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!!!

[@jbenduro4604]

Sick bike I got a yz250 my self

[@martyspeights29]

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.

[@wrcrocks]

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?

[@tonycerruto5157]

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-lq4zv]

Ben townley and josh coppins doing your suspension, what a classic

[@leondoyle4130]

I would love to see the comparison video!

[@logannicholas5586]

I want to see a WR and the TC comparison video

[@richardlennon4148]

Mates got a 450fx I've got a 250 fix.Speed difference is down to ride.

[@MrNz96]

congratulations mate!!, sold my 16 WR250F 2 months ago fr a beta 250rr race and still miss my wr250f sometimes

[@russelldainack595]

I would def check out a comparison video

[@adambitingdog101]

Nice! I like your riding. I have a WR250F as well, my impressions mirror yours

[@BR500]

Hell yeah! Happy to see you like it, going to be getting myself a wr450f in the next few weeks, keen as!

[@theblishknovk]

Man, ive been looking at nothing but 2 strokes but for some reason these and the yz250fx's keep catching my attention.

[@lachiemoto8832]

Channels well worthy of 100k subs 🔥

[@MrToeslider]

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

[@chippychomper4294]

Can my vote count as 72k and say yes to the comparison between te and wr

[@greasyfilms6426]

Good choice in bike.

[@rileyharris3564]

yes

[@lewismx8815]

Looking fast on that wr mate! So keen for that old 2t build coming as well!!

[@BriqnDexter]

A comparison of the wr and the 250i would be awesome. Own the 250i but love the wr

[@samconway7591]

TE vs WR would be sick. Plz drag race.

[@vartik2]

I can definitely relate to your story bro!!!! Iv had that feeling a few times when buying a bike or jetski

[@brianebberson985]

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]

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.

[@1991enduro]

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

[@liamwilson1948]

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

[@charlottesans9250]

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

[@lukepanasiuk1703]

i think he’s just in a too high gear

[@liamwilson1948]

@@lukepanasiuk1703 yeah true

[@aidancampbell2656]

The bike sounds amazin

[@chrisvids1820]

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_mouse]

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)

[@ShiftGearsMoto]

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.

[@Streetsweepers9157]

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

[@ashsowman]

I'll flick ya an inv next time we head out there 👍

[@Streetsweepers9157]

@@ashsowman sweet sounds good 👍

[@cyrilletamayo8459]

That bike looks so good!!!

[@NathanGardiner]

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.

[@damolux3388]

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.

[@tealthy5192]

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?

[@ashsowman]

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

[@hazza4509]

Im 14 and I got a wr426 2001 and it's crazy

[@newzealandearthmover4008]

Sorry but the husky ergonomics appeal to me alot more than the wr. Nice riding tho, cool tracks, enjoyed the watch 👌

[@liamwilson1948]

The end part lmao

[@sirpw9205]

yes!!

[@themonster8042]

I would love to see my two favorite bikes in a comparison video.

[@forestrider7970]

I half expected you on the 450....and yeah it looks fast for a 250 4 banga!

[@richardlennon4148]

Try forks through 7 mm.Turns better ,still stable.

[@ashsowman]

I find that it almost turns a bit too sharp as is. Probably going to go move them flush if anything

[@koalaboygaming346]

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?

[@njmxjunkie3128]

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

[@njmxjunkie3128]

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

[@sirsyphron7878]

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

[@jasonshellop4840]

I got the 2021 450 f I'll be honest it's a lot of bike for this guy

[@joelgarrett1427]

Huski vs a Yamaha i would be keen for a vid

[@dmitriypanasyuk1409]

4:10 knew it lol , dope vid

[@mackeymichael]

Get rid of that boat anchor of a muffler a YZ one really opens the power up

[@lr4429]

R u gonna be there at the nationals enduro series this weekend end

[@jameswilson6191]

No offense but it sounds horrible at high rpm you should get a fmf

[@terrm4309]

Yo it’s so cool

[@ladytradiej8027]

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.

[@jemd7326]

I have the exact same bike and it’s an absolute beast and I got mine completely deresticted

[@jemd7326]

Btw pls reply cause that would be sick as

[@ashsowman]

​@@jemd7326 what if I don't want to?

[@jasko2560]

Chur bro from Hawkes Bay

[@chrisferguson4991]

Hey man did you ride the fx 250 as well I'm looking at getting one of the 2 currently ride a exc 250

[@ashsowman]

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

[@alkhalilalbusaidi1932]

@@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!

[@coltanium13]

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?

[@ashleypearce3507]

Hey, are you riding trails in wakefield pigeon valley

[@easy4steve]

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.

[@JacobSnover]

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!

[@codymac1759]

Thought you might very rolled out a 2021 dr 😉

[@ashsowman]

I'm not worthy

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

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[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

DIRT BIKES FOR FREE OR FOR SALE TBH LET ME KNOW ASAP LEESSGO LEESSGO

[@jimsec7344]

Try and get the #1kdbc bikes running again

[@exodus3163]

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

[@tieoneon1614]

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.

[@ozziejim8472]

..... of cause we want a comparison, jezz!

[@macdaddykush]

Do you not use the clutch when changing gears? i never do but feel like it hurts the bike

[@RichardStreeterYZ450FX]

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

[@ashsowman]

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...

[@RichardStreeterYZ450FX]

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-uq4zf9dx8r]

WR450 💪💪❤️

[@tonygee3284]

Hi Ash Just a question Why the WR over the FX 250?

[@amek4736]

Jak wygląda awaryjność wr 250f od 2020 roku w górę? Psują się silniki ?

[@jasegazzard3743]

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

[@ashsowman]

Haha past time I put a block pass on you! Nah look forward to catching up again, it's been too long

[@jasegazzard3743]

@@ashsowman haha bring it on the fx will just climb up over ya, but first you will have to catch me.

[@livelaughlovesenkos]

Hey could you tell me where you ride I am looking for locations near me

[@mooiboyace]

Is this the same super reliable engine as the older WR 250 X ?

[@87mitchb]

i got an 09, its a great bike, what part of NZ are you?

[@23Media.]

Looks like Nelson from the filcos shop at the start of the video

[@hayden9373]

How's it compare against the 15 yz250fx you used to ride?

[@ashsowman]

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...

[@tempo8994]

hold up, thats Greg knaps track

[@asheratkinson4334]

I’ve got interest

[@trevornewton9687]

These dawn powerwash Commercials are going to kill me

[@Enduro262]

Please please please do a comparison 🤙

[@matthewdipadua3463]

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

[@ashsowman]

The WR has softer suspension and smoother power which is better for enduro

[@spinna678]

Hows the bike mate? tossing up between 350 and one of these.

[@dmitriypanasyuk1409]

How does it compare to a ttr230 ?

[@dalelee6019]

Did not know they made a 2021 Wr250r I got a new 2020 and I was told not making them anymore

[@dalelee6019]

My bad yours is wr250f

[@richardfilippi8977]

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