2023 Kawasaki KLX230SM | Versatile, Affordable & Fun

[@BigRockMoto]

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[@corytriplett6280]

When is the KLX300 SM review coming?🤞🏻

[@zon3ful]

Honestly, I'm not really interested in this bike but I stayed for the review. I really like that you review bikes from the eyes of a potential buyer and you really understand for what kind of user a certain bike is made. Very balanced and objective with some personal (informed)opinions sprinkled in. This is how real journalism is supposed to be. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@derekgamache6294]

Well said

[@dalepellerin]

“Take crashes well” is a very valid point. The largest cycle renter in Colorado often speaks to the reliability and crash protections of the entire KLX line. His one line with the least maintenance and best at taking crashes.

[@kalnwi2023]

noob@@SkollFaqHamasandAntifa

[@BhaveshPatel-ci5pj]

Maggie was a great addition; please include her in more videos.

[@uncletom1971]

After wearing down the original tires I put a pair of Dunlop Trailmax on, front a 90/90-21 and rear a 120/90-18. These tires are like Micheln's Anakee dual sport tires. Ofcourse I don't take my KLX230 to the pit, or any serious enduro, for that I use my 350 excf. But the KLX can do any forest trails, mild rocky terrain and gravel roads in the rural areas, and then go fast and furious on asphalt back home when I'm done exploring. The tough rubber with the rounded profile along with the deep grooves makes the Trailmax easy to lean the bike when turning.

[@TheGardenSnake]

On the whole “buy the supermoto then get the dual sport wheels”, yes this is great. You end up with two bikes that can cover so much. But I would recommend that you get the dual sport version and buy SM wheels instead of the other way. Reason being is that they often pull a few inches of suspension travel out of the SM version. Not necessarily true of everyone, but it is nice to have the full travel when you’re in dirt mode.

[@BigRockMoto]

Great point!

[@machupikachu1085]

True, but SM wheels are 3-4x the price of dirt wheels most of the time. :(

[@angryuser0]

Your joy riding this is totally spilling over, that's a pretty stellar endorsement. More people need to ride bikes like these and have fun rather than "I need to sit on the highway at 80mph on a bike trip i'll take some day".

[@Fred-ns1tl]

i have this bike, it hits 74 on highway. i wish it did 85, but i actually bought it for other reasons. 300 lb bikes are so so so much more fun around town than bigger bikes and this bike has a 'hop on and go' nature that evokes freedom. So i want a KLX300SM in addition, this 230 is really more a play bike and trainer bike for some family and its quite useful within its limits

[@bransonbasher6534]

I've got street bike tires for my KLX230 dual sport, it's fun! I highly recommend this sort of thing.

[@AndrewM83]

I really like how detailed your videos are Ian. Do you have any or plan on any in depth ride reviews on the Suzuki DR650? Thanks

[@Lumpia_In_Texas]

King of dualsports!

[@flamachiiman]

I'm just going to throw it out there, as an experienced rider that's 6'4" this bike is still fun(klx230). there is something about riding a slow bike fast that's more fun than riding a fast bike slow. sometimes I think about grabbing a bigger bike. But then I remember that I sold my 450 to buy a smaller bike because there is just something about them. great gas mileage, not too much power offroad, and the biggest thing. Everyone knows a 400+cc bike can do anything, but when you hit some gnarly terrain on a smaller bike, it surprises you every time that it's just as capable...

[@Dave-sw2dm]

I bought a 2021 KLX300SM. Really pleased with it. fun to ride and goes anywhere I care to go.

[@rip_biggie4202]

Same, first experience on 2 wheels and I’ve put 600 miles on it in the first week and a half

[@Dave-sw2dm]

@@rip_biggie4202 , congrats. It is probably my 27th bike and I’ve been riding on the street over 40 years. I recommend reading all the books by David Hough starting with Proficient Motorcycling.

[@Waynard888]

Maggie is such a good sport, I think I know what she was going to say the seat felt like setting on, but caught herself and had to turn her head as not to laugh. Very funny Maggie and thanks for the chuckle.

[@L--Z]

Although I don't carry Passengers, it is great to include this demonstration.

[@joshdoddadbod]

Great option for new riders or people just zipping around town. I have been loving my klx300 so far. As an experienced rider that prefers offroad riding I am loving this little bike. They are inching closer and closer to unicorn territory. 400cc or so with the right features will be it I think.😂

[@kosmik1]

Thank you for your review of the capable SM

[@simonfournier6480]

I put 17 000km on my klx 230 dual sport no abs and the only thing i have change is the tire oil nd the spocket this thing is bullet proof i litterally got a hole on the stator cover nd run perfectly fine i have done single track highway full trottle this thing is ready for apocalypse straight of the box i put dunlop 606 on mine was doing great on the stock tire but now its gonna be way better off road

[@simonfournier6480]

And compare to the klx 300 only the driver gonna change the end if you put a better rider on the 230 he can follow basically everything even quad but the klx 300 is not gonna be as good off road

[@Pointyish]

I’m a convert of dirt bikes for road, just so much fun! Dirt bikes are traffic monsters also, as the handlebars are so high, clearing car mirrors is a breeze. Am doing a quick change super Moto build soon. I’m seriously thinking about selling my Z900rs, (amazing bike) and keeping the dirt bike (500 excf).

[@josephthornton8560]

Another great review, I still wouldnt recommend this bike to anyone over the klx 300 unless they were really short or you found a great used deal a few years from now. I'm so glad you did these reviews.

[@petezny4343]

And for light off road you can just keep the 17's and get a good 50/50 or 70/30 tires. Choices are limited but the Shinko 244 "Golden Boys" come in 17 inch sizes for this bike and the KLX300 and DRZ400.

[@machupikachu1085]

I splurged for some Motoz Tractionator GPS, and those things are well worth the money!

[@vxnova1]

Local dealer has one on sale 23 model year for $3900, the klx300 is over 6k.

[@dcjr1053]

Dang! That's Grom pricing! You better scoop that up. My local dealer has one for $4800 and I thought that was a good deal.

[@uncletom1971]

At 18:00 "oh my god, I just want to do this all day.." - that's what I'm doing on my KLX230, well at least on my off days when the weather allows. And "Versatile, Affordable & Fun", you hit the nail spot on there. Thanks for a great review of the KLX230 supermoto.

[@victoriazero8869]

The stock tire is working on hard gravel, but no more than that. Aftermarket takes care the problem easily.

[@calebbrown2983]

A great thing to try is the pirelli scorpion str’s on the sm. 90% of the street traction but just that touch more confidence on the dirt. And they also look sick 😅

[@ronsexton3685]

Seems like they don't have the exact same size in the scorpions.

[@VVoltz]

Those intros keep getting better. Thank you for the review!

[@SnappyWasHere]

Riding a slow bike fast is always more fun than riding a fast bike slow. I love little bikes like these.

[@o73venky]

Did you check out the kove 450? Making a lot of news recently.

[@JacStocker]

Very good review, directed at beginners but that's fine, I've been riding 🏍️ for 51 years, my bike now is a ZX 14 R but that thing can do a lot more than I really want to. i think the bike I've liked the most in the past was a 76 honda XL 250, that was close to bullet proof, good handling, great mpg.

[@graymangw6016]

I have heard that quite a few people have gone with a 19in front wheel to get the best of both worlds. The 17in front and rear is pretty limited in dual sport tire options but, if you up the front to 19in you get quite a few good options for dual sport tires. You also don't sacrifice too much street performance with the 19in front wheel.

[@avgjoerides]

You bring up an interesting point. Obviously, a 21" front wheel is going to be far better for crossing obstacles if you are planning to ride somewhat difficult terrain off-road often enough. I wonder if for someone like me who is truly only interested in riding in the 50/50 to 70/30 range on/off road respectively, and never doing anything too crazy off-road, if going with a dual-sport or ADV bike with a 19'' front (w/17" or 18' rear) would actually be a better proposition to get, as you said, the best of both worlds?

[@Unfunny_Username_389]

@@avgjoerides 19" will be absolutely fine on a bike like this, especially if you're going to be taking it fairly easy on and off road. In fact, I personally wouldn't hesitate to go up to 21" front - although then it wouldn't really be a Supermoto any more.

[@avgjoerides]

@@Unfunny_Username_389 True, but I was thinking more from the perspective of my current dilemma of finding my first motorcycle in 25ish years and I am mainly focused on ADV bikes. Sorry, I got kind of off the topic of this review, but GrayMan GW's comment got me thinking about how I was more or less ruling out the ADV bikes with 19" wheels on the front. I do want to be able to do 30 - 50% of my riding "off-road" so perhaps I have ruled out too many good ADV options with a 19" front wheel.

[@ericweber1969]

Really great review as always! I’d love to hear your thoughts on the Yamaha XT250 in the dual sport segment, and Kawasaki’s 300SM. I also look forward to seeing the mighty DRZ400SM review!

[@Rickmac22]

Great video, love this bike!

[@zzzsydneyhom1379]

Thanks Ian and hello Maggie. Thanks as always for your terrific review. A question if you or your readers have the time please? Is it possible to disable the ABS by removing a fuse on this bike?

[@georgedoolittle7574]

*"teaching to ride using the foot pegs"* absolutely invaluable skill. Still...for 2 wheel drive machine whilst *WAY* better than anything come before this and stunningly so after visiting a motorcycle shop a Month or so back..still just rear wheel drive bike whereas a pure bev stand up let alone OneWheel ... those things for daily driver use *"keep you in the game"* (for two wheels) I guess I would say is the best way to put it. Top shelf KZbin product here as well...more valuable than ever now that Russia has banned KZbin.

[@guderian7795]

I would love to see a review of the KLX 300SM and some comparisons with the KLX 230SM. I just bought the KLX 300SM which will be ready for me to pick up next week and I am really looking forward to owning/riding the 2023.

[@machupikachu1085]

The 230 is gutless. You made the right choice.

[@guderian7795]

@@machupikachu1085 I believe that I did make a good choice. I have put just a bit over 500km on it with another 500km to go until the break-in is complete but the bike is already starting to open up and smooth out. It is a real joy to ride.

[@kignacio]

@@guderian7795how about now? I really don’t see why someone would buy the 230 over the 300. It’s only 5lbs lighter. 230 possibly more reliable? Hard to say.

[@guderian7795]

@@kignacio I have been riding the KLX300SM since I bought it new back in May and have 1,400km on the odometer. It is great around the city and is just fine on the highway but only after I added a windshield from T-Rex Racing.

[@Geshmaal]

Tbf I think the ABS recommendation should just apply to everyone who will be riding these on the roads. Very few riders have regular experience doing an emergency stop from 70mph in the wet and I've not seen any evidence a human is more capable at this than even basic ABS. For track and dirt use then sure, skip ABS, but on the road it's a no-brainer IMO.

[@victoriazero8869]

I believe the hard rule in several countries is mandatory front ABS and optional rear. There are many smaller bikes in Asia with rear drum (!) but front disc with ABS. Hard lock with the rear is nowhere as catastrophic as front lockup and thus more forgiving.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Good video. I’m surprised more reviewers don’t talk more about the blacked out frame on SM models. It really does make the bike look different. I would say if you’re going to ride off road, don’t get this bike. The regular KLX230/300 is so much more capable, but these SMs do look cool.

[@NKG416]

i just bought a used 230sm se. it's my first ''real'' bike and i can"t complain except now weekdays are felt much longer...

[@curtisbull1583]

I always appreciate your videos, glad to here your thoughts on it. My boy sat on this bike yesterday and really wants it, lol. He is pretty much a beginner rider, been riding sport quads. But wants a dirt bike now, he is 15 and about 150 or so lbs, maybe 5'8 5'10. 125s are to small and most other bikes are to tall for a beginner. This bike fits him very well, just need to take lights blikers, and mirrors off, and put on some dirt tires, sadly thought the dirt tires are very limited. With those changes how would this bike do for solely a dirt bike? Would this bike be a bad idea for a dirt bike only? Like I said the bike fits him great, and they have some pretty hefty discounts on it making it a good buy.

[@trevorrichardson6152]

Great review as always!! I love when you laugh out loud 😊

[@johnscott1153]

Thanks for another honest review Ian.

[@teamtls]

Great video. Thanks Ian…and Maggie🙂 Bro can you do a test on a Morini X-cape? Not sure weather you’ve got them yet in the US

[@truss6282]

Good clean cheap fun. With a little rebate and negotiating on set up fee, it's a little over 5k out the door... insurance is near nothing, it's a fuel sipper and trust me, you can learn to ride this little bike hard and it's FUN!!!!! BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!!!!

[@davidc1961utube]

The dual sport bike (low if needed) will be a more versatile first bike choice. The rider that finds dirt to be not their thing, or who lives in a big city, can have two bikes for the cost of a set of wheels and tires, as you said. Having lots of choices is a good thing!

[@machupikachu1085]

Actually, I think the SM is the better choice. Buying SM rims for the dirt version is almost always more expensive than the other way around, and you still wouldn't have abs on the street. Cheers!

[@wayneh8767]

Hey Ian, great review on this Supermoto that would be neat if you could get Adventure tires for a bike like this and you could go off road more.

[@cowarddonnie-ji5yz]

That bike is called KLX230S. Read his pinned comment.

[@machupikachu1085]

@@cowarddonnie-ji5yz No it isn't. Wayne said adventure tires. 17" rims with 50/50 tires. It is a fantastic combination.

[@machupikachu1085]

This! 50/50 bike, 50/50 tires - now THAT's freedom!

[@thegreenman2030]

At my height and weight I’m interested in the 300sm. I’m wondering if there is a more type ADV t17” tire that would be a compromise for better off roading without having to change the rims out? Haven’t been MC free for 15 years I’m also hesitant about not having any ABS option on the 300 version.

[@dreamingadream]

It's been about 10 years since I rode motorcycles but I have been looking for a dual sport bike that has enough power to easily tackle travel in the Appalachian mountains. Everywhere I go is either up or down a steep ass hill. But the weird thing is I started looking at the Honda 150L to the Kawasaki 230sm and it seems like no matter what size engine the door sport bike has the max speed is 70 to 74 mph.. I know there are a lot of other components that one needs to consider before purchasing something but what is up with the same average top speed when you're looking at an 80 to 100cc difference?

[@tomduffy5129]

Please review the kove 450 if you can love ur stuff BTW

[@ronsexton3685]

Very timely. It is easier for me to find the SM (230 or 300) model. And the ergonomics seem great. I may do this and try some dirt wheels/tires on it as well. Wish someone would do that in a KZbin video!!! I don't see anyone doing this.

[@machupikachu1085]

Jon's moto garage has some old vids with his Dr.Z SM ripping it up off road with Shinkos on those 17" rims. I put 50/50 tires on my SM, and take it off road at least once a week!

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Hope we get that new VStrom 250 SX too. In an unrelated topic 😂

[@Michael-qo8bs]

Ok ok...the question is "sumoto" or "dualsport"? Bike is light enough either way to function well in either environment!. Hondas bad ass nx650 "dominator" has a 21 front and it is a legendary back road scrapper.. My 1990 transalp had a 21 front and it could really dance in the carolina outback.! SM v dual-core? Other question: klx 230 vs klx300? These are important questions

[@peterbrophy9442]

Maggie seems like a hoot! She reminds me of my sister in-law in B.C. 🇨🇦

[@dry509]

Can Ninja 400 for street only… which would you pick?

[@karlfonner7589]

Go for the ninja. I am 63 years old and owned multiple big bikes, and bought a used ninja 400 with less than 5000 miles for $3500. it’s definitely not the fastest bike I’ve owned But there’s plenty of aftermarket add-ons and it’s fun around the city for where you will be using it the most. It does the speed limit and that’s all I really need

[@dry509]

@@karlfonner7589 Thanks so much for the feedback. I’m a little older than you. Sounds like a good option though. I don’t really feel safer over the speed limit anyway.

[@dry509]

@@karlfonner7589 yes, here in Houston where I am use ones are still bringing around $5000. Bikes are expensive here.

[@paulstanley3265]

I never understood this bike but now I do thanks. Is that hose or cable in your way to see the instrument panel?

[@uncletom1971]

I think that would be the front brake hydraulic hose with ABS sensor cable.

[@michiganborn8303]

Does that tube block your line of sight to the speedometer? Seems kinda odd they would place that there like that.

[@uncletom1971]

Yes it is in the way, a little, and depending how tall or short the rider is. I've got used to it but there is a certain irritation about it.

[@michiganborn8303]

@Tomas Dahlgren I'm 6'-2" and I think I'd zip tie it out of the way.

[@uncletom1971]

@@michiganborn8303 No, you don't want to tie it, it needs to move with the suspension travel. Maybe re-route it if possible. I've not tried that but I noticed that my 2022 KTM has its wires and hoses better organized.

[@jettschenker]

I'm thinking that ADV adventure style tires would be best on this bike.

[@unclebadger597]

Oh good morning! I love my 300SM!

[@donparsons1237]

Thanks for sharing. You'll get tired fast since there too slow for running the slab, there are waaaaay better S.M. bikes too choose from. There actually the craps off road .Oh well, folks can find out for them selves.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

My grandson just bought a 2024 model, and I must say as a rider for 44 years now, after riding it, I was really disappointed. Seat is horrible, the shift lever is much too short so the distance between the footpeg and shifter makes it very difficult to get the toe of a work boot under the shifter. Since this is a bike very often purchased by a new rider, no fuel gauge, or gear indicator is ridiculous. Especially in 2024 for the asking price of this bike. Even China bikes have both. And for a number of years now they have not had what I consider a very useful item, namely a rear rack. Bungy a tackle box and a folding fishing rod to them and off you go. And last is shifting. I certainly hope it gets easier with mileage. Right now, it is very notchy, and you must give it that extra umph to shift.

[@GrotrianSeiler]

The seat height on the 230SM is actually 33.3”, not 33.9 which is the seat height of the 300SM, probably due to the upmarket suspension the 300SM comes with. It’s an issue for me because of my height so I think I will be best served by the 230SM if I ever take it off road and don’t want to risk losing my footing on uneven ground.

[@machupikachu1085]

You won't be able to experience uneven ground with only 20 horsepower. Seriously, get the 300, and lower the seat 1/2" by the tank. You won't regret it. Cheers!

[@barendfourie6687]

Question Ian I am 6'2" 260lbs and 62yrs old and looking for a smaller adv bike. Only have a few preferances abs, feul injection and a fair to good suspension. What can you suggest I look at. Regular gas preferred.

[@machupikachu1085]

Tenere 700 if you can find them. Astonishingly good bike. Cheers!

[@StubProductions]

Great review!

[@travelinben1966]

I'd like to see either a 400 or 450 sm from kawasaki.

[@winduncan9818]

I don't really get the market for this bike. I went in to buy a 300sm in Thailand and found it's not sold there. Only the 230, I bought a water cooled CRF. I don't see why somebody wouldn't just get the 300 if both are available and it's only like 1k more for the 300 . 7500 mile valve check, air cooled, tubed SM tires, not for me. Sucks that Honda stopped selling the CRF250m (supermoto) in 2017. Would be really cool if they did a 300m.

[@machupikachu1085]

I don't get it either. Must be an emissions thing. Instead of a 230/300 lineup, I think they'd have much more success with a 300/400 lineup.

[@SierraScout2]

Maggie cracks me up!

[@danielgreen7159]

It seems to me that it would be easier to go on road with a dual sport than off road with a super moto. I like Versatility. I guess that's why it's called a "dual sport".

[@MrHappygolfer]

Maggie should be involved in every review. When will she review her favorite bikes? And when will she have the guy talking, get on the pillion seat?

[@ronwest7930]

The bike is more for city riding. The bad seat is an attempt to keep the height low. I like the blackout look, on a regular KLX it would be cool. Being old school I prefer the air cooled engine and don't see the need for ABS. I need tires with more dirt grip so the regular KLX appeals to me more. extra suspension travel also. Its annoying how every video about these 230 Kawasakis talks about them being a beginner bike. I like smaller lighter bikes over the tanks every one seems so interested in. The 300 would be good if it was aircooled. Its 1500 more from what ive seen also. These air cooled bikes with regular maintenance wiill keep going. Much simpler. Not mentioned, what is that tube coming off the front of the engine? it has a catalytic converter?

[@_Makanko_]

Nice bike. Not for me, a bit underpowered. ABS choices are weird for the SM model..

[@gabrielkopp2036]

Well if someone really needs to turn off the abs..could but the 230 dual sport and buy a set of supermoto wheels..wich is what a lot of people do

[@Roger_Gustafsson]

KLX I'm pretty sure has been removed from the EU. Shame as they're very practical and affordable. I got mine instead of an ATV. Way cheaper and with a box in the back it carries most stuff.

[@chriskeegan8919]

Wish they had a more powerful version of this

[@brentcollins9727]

Why do they have those wires looped up so high, blocking the gauges?

[@leeinwis]

So they continue to push fluids even at 45 degree angles.

[@1990-t1j]

Fun, but I'll bet the 300SM is more fun.

[@Normie2388]

I need to preorder one then

[@machupikachu1085]

Get the 300. You'll regret the 230.

[@shaymtbrider7244]

When i compare this to mountain bikes which some companies are selling for 5 grand this feel free to me

[@nonsononessunooko4066]

ok thanks maggie

[@HeyYoSurveyTime]

Lmfao unreasonably hard

[@smith951]

Awe magy is soo cute

[@kidsanjose4707]

Too all you short riders I’m 5’. 6” 32 inseam. It’s not a hard bike to ride !

[@JoeJ523]

I have a 23 klx 300 and it is ridiculous that it doesn’t have a fuel gauge !!!!!!!

[@vaughn_vito]

thanks maggie

[@allans7281]

I like a Kawasaki gives us choices ;Honda does not do that

[@ll-hw4xn]

If only new bike then it seems OK. But I owned and heavely modefied a yamaya 2008 wr250x for 8!! Years and never grew tired of it and never did more than general mantenance. I had it setup with full stunt kit but allso with panniers sometimes and a screen and did a whole 2w tour of norway no1 issues. Only sold it dince I am now 40yr old with kids and it made me ride on one wheel all day every day. Loved that bike. For the money a low milage wr250x or r iS a much better buy, one of the best bikes ever made. Before it I owned 6! Africa twin 750s in a row and then all the bmw gs bikes from 650 all the way up to the big dog R1200gsa with 2 r1150gsas in between. I think those 3 are the greatest bikes ever made. But the yamaha stuck with me the longest of all bikes I had it allong side bothe africa twins and bmws but could never sell it and rode it maybe 40% of the time allways. It felt l7ke I could do anything on the wr250. I had many sets of sprockets for stunts, street and touring. The 6gears made it amazing with streat gearing. Highway all day and ripping wheelies no problem in 3d. Man I want that bike back... And thats coming from an experiances rider 22yrs on bike and 300000km+ touring on big bikes + working @ yamaha dealership 10yrs and riding everything to roll through the doors. Wr250x or r is the greatest bike of all time. Nothing comes close to versatility, quallity vs smiles per miles. The kawa seems great for a first bike but the wr is a first and last bike if you ask me....

[@javiermartinez364]

What would be the differences between this bike or the KLX 300sm compared to the 2008 wr250x ?

[@Annwiskow]

Put Maggie on the bike as the rider and show how the bikes would look/feel for female riders - have her get them off the kickstand. Women aren't always passengers.

[@markhall3434]

Close, but no Cigar. Nice Bike, but Way too $$$ for what it is. $7K out the door? NOPE. Yamaha needs to challenge this with a buffed up XT250 with a real motor out of the MT03. Wasn't this $4999 last year, but they now have LED Headlights? Anything a single thumper does, a twin does better.

[@markhall3434]

Whoops I was talking about the new '24 KLX3000.. Inflation or Greed I guess. I'll wait for more sane times, but in the meantime, I'm considering the Lifan KXP250 at $3K shipped. Not a cheap skate.. I bought a New XSR900 last year for $10.3K, and am a huge fan.

[@reallifehardtruth4465]

MOR MAGGIE!

[@nathansettle5909]

Just me or anyone else think he seems a bit annoyed with his wife?😂😂

[@SusanParris-p7c]

Brad Dam

[@johnfarage]

Klx300sm better, got 2023 out of the door for $6k, including tax and registration

[@cargeek6139]

First.

[@GlenLee-i8b]

Mikel Loaf

[@Wingz636]

Abs sucks. Nice review though

[@Michael-qo8bs]

Two diff wheel sets sucks! "Murphy" will cause you to 2nd guess your wheel choice! ...and lead to regret and malcontentment!!

[@machupikachu1085]

50/50 tires on the 17"s are as good or better.

[@RoyAdelaide-g1m]

Dicki Drive

[@dirkdiggler6230]

Jesus Christ , how much does she complain

[@bradforester3635]

Affordable 😂. 6k$ for a put put bike. Just get the Amazon one for 2k . Just as fast

[@dstubby82]

One day, I'm going to understand the SM community... But today is not that day. 🤔😄 Stay safe out there, cousins. 🫡😃

[@machupikachu1085]

I've never understood it either. At all. I used to make fun of those riders - until I rode one. It is the most fun bike I own, and far more versatile and rugged they anything else I've ridden. You can keep up with sport bikes in the twisties, do 20' jumps, take it off road, or do a track day all while getting 55 miles to the gallon. It will help you improve all of your riding skills. It is literally the most fun I've had on two wheels. I'm a convert - I can't recommend one enough. Cheers!