2022 KTM 125 SX vs 2022 KTM 250 SXF

[@watts300]

Mad respect to the first guy for riding his own ride, and not trying to “keep up” with the other riders. Well done, my man.

[@gord6695]

nice review for people who are starting out as well. 👌🏻

[@juliansmth]

this is such a good way of doing these bike comparison videos with 4 differently skilled riders! hope to see you do this more!

[@carisi2k11]

I'm definetly giving you and cameraman cam the views and the likes.

[@AjCatanzaro]

Thanks Craig!

[@digitalichi]

Great having a beginning rider in the mix.

[@ljm8673]

Ha! You got the Boricua testing too! Pretty darn cool, got the A,B,C rider in there. He got to take a trip, train, factory jersey, bike tester, AND youtube star. Lol. Good stuff!

[@AjCatanzaro]

😁😁😁

[@Peppermx]

Good video, I just traded my 2017 YZ250F for a 2018 KTM 150SX I will try it tomorrow!! I am really excited after watching this video!! Keep it up the good work buddy

[@jrod1076]

Please tell me what u think. I want either a 125 or 150, not sure which one is better for me

[@purplesweater1134]

Do you think it was worth it?

[@hrsey71]

beginner review: "the brakes work really good" haha that would be me

[@TheSiliconeslick]

Very good video! It is nice to see different level riders ride these machines. Anyone who loves riding can relate to one of these riders. It'll be cool to see more videos like this on other types of bikes and different tracks. Well done guys and good content AJ.

[@kinotroikgames2818]

I have the 2022 ktm 125sx. That bike makes alot of power stock. It's amazing.

[@vwsandvettes3253]

Man you (AJ) ripped that 125 tiddler around that track like noone I've ever seen! Super impressive that you were actually faster on the 125. At 200-ish lbs I'm too heavy for a 125 2 stroke, but for someone 140-160 lbs I'd say that bike is perfect. If only the AMA would allow 125s and 150s to line up against 250Fs I think they could be competitive.

[@DRIVESHOWTV]

I'm a newer rider at I weigh 215. I've got a 2022 Husky te300i Rockstar, 2022 KTM 250 xc TPI and a 2022 KTM 125 xc. The 125 xc pulls me just fine but I am doing the 150 conversion kit. THAT will be fun. The 125 is amazing because it's so light and nimble. The guy who convinced me to buy the 125 weighs over 230 lbs and rides one himself.

[@vwsandvettes3253]

@@DRIVESHOWTV Thanks for this info. Its good to know these 125s will pull me around then, since I'm bumping up against 214 fully dressed. When I was 180-ish I used to have a '89 KX80 play bike that I could ride but couldn't take of jumps because it would probably have broken the rear shock and fender! That was a fun bike and I remember it bucking me off when I tried to show off and do a donut lol.

[@spacegrass2738]

I am 6’1” and 205 pounds.I have the 2022 ktm 150 SX and it hauls me around with no problems at all.Absolute beast of a bike!

[@Dickson219]

Lol I knew the higher skilled rider would be faster on the 2 stroke. Rode a 2021 KTM 150sx a week ago and was my first time on a 2 stroke in 14 years and I was hauling on the bike!

[@XecuTionNxx]

The 150sx is hands down the greatest 2 stroke ever made. Unreal bike

[@bloomerb4162]

@@XecuTionNxx 250 sx or TC with 300 kit my fave.

[@Tammacazi10]

I think every bike review should be done with completely different skillsets so each class of rider knows what would suite them best. Well done!

[@gnarlee_]

This multi-range rider lineup was super insightful. Thank you

[@HennyTRX3773]

The title totally had me think 250sx like 2 stroke

[@bloomerb4162]

Same here.

[@lachiebrown3091]

Same

[@ronihuhtamaki40]

Yeah me too, it should have said 250 SX-F

[@HennyTRX3773]

@@ronihuhtamaki40 kinda wish it was 250sx

[@AjCatanzaro]

Sorry, title was my bad!

[@ronaldbabbitt6318]

I love You Rockin the BABBITTS I learned how to "KILL THE TRACK" On a 86' CR5OO In 94' Then in 2001 I bought a New CR500, late 30s and threw my 40s was cleaning out all jumps corners ,tracks. 56 now and been still killing it🏁 KX 450 09 Stacks up well against cr 500 got both and great suspension guy🏁 Ride on AJ and the rest of every body.

[@kananisA75]

Awesome video, a video with the new yamaha yz125 vs the ktm sx 125 is a must !

[@coloradosupermoto8046]

I wonder how everyone’s lap times would have changed with some really cheap mods to the 125, especially Eriks. Flywheel weight, getting the head cut, and even changing the power valve springs change the power a lot. Really surprised on AJ’s results the most, thought the 125 wouldn’t even be close (I know, the shifting issues on the 250.). Our local pro is the same way on his 150sx over his 450. His results are actually about the same on either in Supermoto. Only really takes the 450 out for a huge track we have

[@walkerdirtbikeranger3425]

The second Corner after your Finish Line jump made you faster on that 125 you took that corner so smooth it was Unreal 13:30 to 13:47 you picked up at least a half second on the 250

[@STEFANMM1]

I think everyone looks safer and fast on the 250 but in the case of Aj he got a better time on the 125 cuz he managed to stay low on the "triple" in the middle cuz he couldn't develop the power delivery on the 125 like in 250

[@steveortega534]

I'm tossing up between ktm n yz... that new yz curious on the motor

[@Sabre613]

Get the yz cheaper and much better this year

[@tboparallel9065]

my brother just got a 2022 ktm 150sx and it feels smoother than my 2018 250f its amazing to ride

[@SWATTracing]

I'd say the KTM is the standard, the go to bike for 2t. The new Yamaha YZ is interesting, but it's gonna have to be significantly better to de-throne the KTM. TBH ( and I don't know your riding level ) either colour bike would be amazing!

[@XecuTionNxx]

The new yz still won't hold a candle to a ktm. The new motor changes are nothing significant to make it competitive with the orange bikes. Never mind the fact ktm is still lighter,more powerful,better brakes and over all build quality/parts used make the yz look and feel so cheap in comparison. I was a die hard yz guy till I made the switch to orange. 150sx there's zero comparison the yz is a dinosaur

[@601braap2]

I’m getting the new 2022 yz125

[@SaulieCo31]

Awesome way to review and compare bikes! Man this looks like a blast!

[@GarbageDanks]

Man I super curious of the YZ125 22. Get that bike on man.

[@NirHason]

That was a really good comparison video! Dam! you're fast, Aj!

[@colinpatrick4310]

Hi aJ I love your videos they help me out a lot.

[@AjCatanzaro]

Thanks! Glad they help!

[@doctodd6755]

Kind of amazing for a bike that hasn’t had a lot of upgrades since 2006, and it can still bring the heat with new tech bikes✌️Popping smoke BluCru rolling!

[@SWATTracing]

When my brother and i raced, I was on 250f and he was on 125 2t. We'd swap back and for for a shot now and then. Going from the 4t to the 2t I couldn't believe how much the weight difference was! The 2t was so light and flickable, but I had to dedicate 50% of my brain to keeping the thing on pipe. For me as an older (and slightly unfit) guy, the 4t is where it's at. It's like riding an automatic. Stick it in 3rd and ride 80% of the track, concentrate on lines and make use of the engine braking. I have to be honest with myself about how fast I actually am, and how fast I could be. So buying wise, when I look at the price of the 125 next to the 250f there is no competition. The 250f wins every time. The 2ts are a lot more expensive than I think they probably should be. If the price difference was greater, I may be swayed.

[@bloomerb4162]

Last time I rode a 250f was in 2012 on a 2011 RMZ. Thinking back it really didn't have enough low end power and 450 feels much easier to ride bc of this. I'm a beginner and 450 feels better all around compared to that RMZ. I know they increased the power of the 250f's sometime a few years later, maybe that was part of the problem for me. And the 450 I'm riding now is a 2007 kxf, all new bearings in engine, new crank and piston.

[@karnage04]

Common problem with the shifting but you can fix it. Take the clutch cover off and basket out then you will find bolt 18 is loose, lock tite and put back together.

[@karnage04]

The shifting star bolt

[@danielevans532]

I’ve had many people tell me that so I’ll try it and see if it works!

[@eugenespreutels8305]

As expected, the smoker rocks. Love my 250sx.

[@neildickson4897]

ive a sxf 250. im 40 years of age so i think thats ok lol if youre under 30 you should have a 2 smoker.theyre just too good

[@jpesicka492]

@@neildickson4897 I have a drz400 thumper rt now should I got 125 or 250 2 stroke?

[@steveortega534]

I'm currently running Matt Boni #109 07' kx450.. all PC bike.. its Ridiculous to say the least.. but I gotta get a 2t back in my stable

[@debrajmj6846]

Thank you for this Video I am just starting back riding at (55) and riding a KX100 struggling a bit with riding in the power ban all the time always feeling like I'm in the wrong gear or to nervous to go up the next gear when coming in corners or jumps. being 5'2 .120lb the bike feels perfect for size . People say will be easier for me to ride the 250 sxf .. after watching the video they might be right :) thank you I enjoy all your vids

[@bobcathyper7797]

What’s up aj I love your training videos I put all your tips in my riding

[@Mr10usdad]

AJ you are now a two stroke guy!

[@tcrides2137]

My teenager wants the 125, guess I will have to fold. It is a heck of a lot better than my cr125 back in the day. Thanks for the videos. ✌

[@SL4US]

wait for the new yz125 to come out

[@tcrides2137]

@@SL4US why what's up with it, I have had time on one a long time ago. Guess I have not seen anything on the new yz's.

[@da5863]

@@tcrides2137 The YZ125 is brand new for 2022, first time in 15 years or so

[@christophervillarreal8565]

@@da5863 its trash

[@tkrey23]

Have never seen you ride/review a 350SXF. that would be an interesting one

[@ZmannR2]

They're super hard to find though

[@tkrey23]

@@ZmannR2 weird. Lots of 350's in New England area

[@paultselembis4255]

I just got a 125 2022 ktm..im very happy..always had 250fs 450s and and getting old..i can ride longer and have a blast..u get people bagging ya about cc..but iride at least

[@sassafraswakeboyz4121]

Aj!!! I got my 2022 ktm 250sxf about a month ago and it's awesome. I test a lot of bikes and the ktm fit me the best

[@canamxmr4760]

This is how reviews should be done. Awesome job.

[@codybazemore9811]

I have the same bike with 10 hours on it. I’ve not noticed any shifting problems.

[@Jcsundeen90]

My 2021 350SXF has the same issue shifting from 2nd to 3rd under load. Drives me nuts some times but Im also kind of used to because my 14 KX250F had the same exact issue. Hope you can make it to MN someday. Would love to take one of your classes!

[@DC8223]

My '19 xcf450 had the same hang up going into either 2nd or 3rd within the first 20 hours or so. Haven't noticed it since then though.

[@maxrpm2215]

Awesome with the range of riders, YZ125 2022 the Japanese come back. 🇦🇺🇺🇸

[@razy5767]

Hi aj I was at the Williston for the first day it was sosoososos hot though

[@AjCatanzaro]

Fun day, but yes super hot!!!

[@Tremorx00]

Can we get a review of a 1981 Maico 490?

[@Outdawrzman]

Love the testing keep it up !

[@DSmooth7860]

Your doing some good positive things AJ, keep it up brotha, all good things come in full circle, one day I’ll be a winner I need a bike it’s been to long, much love........

[@motoxlife1870]

I got the 2022 250 and it shifts like butter to 3rd

[@Sn0w1981]

Dang, you should ride 125's more often! Looked real comfortable on it!

[@Saa45MIV]

Im no one to judge but will say that Aj you’re opinion in this video counts the most simply because the others don’t really know how to ride a 125 properly, 125’s really reward those who ride them hard and if your a beginner rider that’s not aggressive you will probably hate it lol.. Daniel is a good rider but the way he was breaking and cornering on it you could tell he doesn’t have much experience riding one.. I’m sure if he spent some time on it he would be great.

[@AjCatanzaro]

You have to remember though that the rider’s in the market for a 125 are a wide variety of skill levels. So, it’s important to have multiple opinions at varying skill levels of test riders. A bike could trend to be better suited for an expert rider or vice versa, and that feedback has value for the consumer

[@scotta.weaver7299]

The beauty of it is that you can see, for every skill level, what the difference is. Every rider has different riding backgrounds, I don't really see a pros opinion being more meaningful in this case. I'm old and slow and go about the same speed on any bike.

[@straighttimestirrups]

I think every rider regardless of age, weight, skill level should spend a year or two riding 125’s before moving on to a four stroke.

[@Saa45MIV]

@@straighttimestirrups I agree man.. if you learn to ride a 125 well you will shred on any bike… I mainly race hare scrambles and enduro and my main bike is a ktm 300 but I also have an 04 ktm sx 125 I cross train on all the time… the 300 is great but it allows you to be lazy unlike the 125

[@phaze992]

I wonder what percentage of pros like AJ will watch this when trying to pick a bike compared to noobs like myself. I find the opinion from someone my level helps more because it will be the same experience I will have.

[@jessemulock1163]

I would love to see you test out the TM bikes. There's little to no love for them stateside, but they're super nice

[@johnladd9885]

Just my opinion but with the better engine breaking of the 4stroke they rolled the corners alot better ...

[@JustEdit22]

I don’t have a whole lot of time intel I grow out of my 85 Sx. Not sure which 125 to get

[@WasCrackingLilFolk]

Good video mate

[@eriksforestryvision8751]

Great video AJ, Awesome giveaway opportunity to come ride for a few hours with you. I'll just keep watching the videos and hopefully learn here and there when I ride my old crf450r in the small turns track I got. Also yeah can't go wrong with 2 stroke ktms would love a 125!

[@richardupyurass2379]

Please do the blue bike comparison

[@bobt250]

The 2 stroke was jetted way rich although that affected the fast guys less I think.

[@ronnocwolf6754]

my dads last 2 stroke was a 1987 kx 250 and it was new

[@SL4US]

AJ did the 125 justice by whippin that 250 lol

[@devo950]

Next time you do class in Louisiana, you can give my 150sx a go against something else. Would like to see you do an orange bike buffet match-up. 125sx, 150sx, 250sxf, 250sx, 350sxf, then the 450sxf 👀👀👀

[@bloomerb4162]

300sx, has the same peak HP as 250sx but makes more low end power. That what I want to see.

[@bloomerb4162]

Have you ridden a 250sx or TC with ktm 300 kit?

[@Briank-ef5iq]

2 stroke sure sounds better!

[@Skipperisfamous]

The first guy was a very good example of four stroke is more responsive

[@sheldonalbertson5174]

Hear the ping! See the smoke! Look out, you just got passed by a two stroke :). Love these break downs.

[@sheldonalbertson5174]

Also, just stick with the best of both worlds. 250XC-W :D 250 power on the two stroke.

[@nikolasgibson3438]

Getting NASTY with those whips AJ

[@zackk695]

This video right here shows why 2 strokes are truly a race bike. The 4 stroke was just sounding horrible and not fun to watch. The 2 stroke was entertaining and this is what attracts fans and especially our youth. The sound is very important and even more important than the speed of the bike. I liked seeing both level riders on the bikes. Great job and both did so much better in the 2 strokes

[@sassafraswakeboyz4121]

You guys need a small disc with a rolling basket on the back for that track.

[@rwentz1064]

wasnt surprised the 125 was the fastest with a pro. the 2 middles guys i had thought the laps looked faster on the 125 then aj proved it

[@devinwright131]

New gearbox. Shifting always a little stiff for the first 10-12 hours

[@ethan.D]

How long have you been riding for on the track AJ?

[@kadehamilton302]

Can u do a small wheel 125 vs big wheel 125

[@jimbo4203]

The 250 is so fun !

[@darnellterrance6966]

I agree!

[@sassafraswakeboyz4121]

My 2022 250sxf trans is perfect

[@MX-CO]

AJ should Race a 250f in the pro nationals, no pointing out or age limit there

[@cadengreen3795]

So for the 250, about the hard shifting, is there a forum I can find online to figure out how to fix it? Like is it something to do with the clutch or the actual transmission itself?

[@johnnyg8196]

Excellent for Spanish viewers!

[@Arcblood]

Now that I see you guys are having that same shifting problem as me, I now think it is my '21 501s and not me cause I have the same problem from 2->3.

[@misteraric]

I bought my son the '22 150 SX and for the life of me can't seem to get the jetting right. I even installed a JD Jet Kit and keep trying to get it tuned right and it keeps blowing through spark plugs. I don't know what to do anymore. Other than that, the bike is amazing.

[@straighttimestirrups]

Check the squish. Smokers like to have the squish set up correctly. It makes tuning much easier! Also check your reeds and float level are good.

[@123beyond123]

Check the VitalMX thread "KTM/HUS 125/150/150 jetting thread" It worked really well on my 17' 125. However, if you're going through plugs, something else besides jetting is likely wrong.

[@bloomerb4162]

You have to mod the stock carb on those I heard.

[@studay1007]

Any chance of a husky fc350 review?? Great review

[@AjCatanzaro]

I have two of them coming in the near future!

[@studay1007]

@@AjCatanzaro just wondering what you think of them as an intermediate/ vet bike? I am 42 and raced 125s up until about 10 years ago, I want to get back into it and everyone says I will find the 250f a bit sluggish and the 350 is a much more mellow ride? Do you agree??

[@HNTRTV]

id love to be your Cam-ish lever rider if youre ever in California

[@Mrrs6580]

125 is the only way to learn improve and maintain the correct ride technic

[@TheImtoomuch]

Great comparison video! A brand new KTM that has shifting problems. Yep, that sounds like a KTM! LOL

[@alejandrodill1214]

So Im not the only one about shifting on the ktm

[@AjCatanzaro]

So it’s not just us?

[@NirHason]

@@AjCatanzaro If the bike didn't have it's gearbox/engine oul replaced and it's a brand new bike then it can be the issue, the oil comes from the factory doesn't last long at all and should be replaced pretty fast.

[@joevanderpool7548]

prime example of keeping the wheels on the ground faster doesnt mean you have to jump "certain" triples as triples if you landing and on the gas wide open people ask how my laps faster when i dont jump certain jumps all the way and always tell them i make it up my hitting my turns like a text book,JUMP FOR SHOW AND CORNER FOR DOUGH!!! All about the technique and anyone can jump a jump but not everyone can drag bats and have a footpeg rut next to main rut LMAO

[@alexzanderarmstrong]

New bike reviews should always be up against 125 👍😎👍. “ it was good but not as fun….”

[@Stone881]

One question I have about the test....did you guys ride a number of laps on your own bikes prior to testing the KTM's? Always better test a new bike after having got in the flow on your own bike.

[@benfairhall5331]

I wish there was a 350 class

[@gladegoodrich2297]

When I turned 30 and no longer had to race 17 year olds I bought a new RM 125. Didn't have any trouble beating the veterans on their 250 and 400s. Also twice as much fun to ride!

[@Doc-zg3xm]

Had a similar experience, now at 62 I'm ready for a new KTM 125. :-)

[@xzavierpayton4183]

have you tested a gasgas yet

[@Chhanveasna-jy3oh]

ស្រឡាញ់ណាស់ចង់ទិញ❤❤🎉

[@snowmandan9267]

If you know how too ride a 2-stroke you can be just as fast or faster than a 4-stroke. A 2-stroke just isn’t as easy too ride fast

[@archiebennett6771]

Aj to orange next year???

[@AjCatanzaro]

Hmm possibly!

[@razy5767]

@@AjCatanzaro let’s go

[@bloomerb4162]

Yeah where these bikes come from.

[@thedirtdigger5990]

Sure looks good on orange

[@Scratchen2]

AJ needs to get a 2-stroke!

[@eatingnoodles5329]

Hey, what's a thing I can do to train my mind to be on the balls of my feet more often? I find myself on the arches more often then not and I am just trying to train that out

[@bloomerb4162]

You just need to keep it in your mind whole time that you need to be on balls. Then eventually they will be there without having to think about it.

[@pranramsamooj8187]

Maybe skipping..I guess it would improve cardio as well.

[@HoldenV15]

Who’s ready for camp at pineville

[@tbird475tjk4]

Everytime I see you ride this track dry it makes me want to pull my hair out

[@johnnymckissick2735]

Please keep doing bike reviews!!!!!

[@AjCatanzaro]

Any requests?

[@johnnymckissick2735]

@ All the new bikes, if you can keep up with it lol.

[@adrianm.6032]

Outro song?

[@davidtabor5462]

Ktm builds great bikes

[@joristhubieres3804]

En gros quand t'es fort le 2t vas plus vite que le 4t

[@leviingram3438]

yeah ktm on top

[@trevorgodwin3375]

I wonder if you’ll ever get the chance to ride a 2001 cr125 ! Love the videos man learning a lot from you

[@voiceofreason9238]

You were right. Fun format! Were both bikes broken in and had an oil change? I bet that would help the 250 shift problems as KTM knows by now how to make transmissions.