2023 Kawasaki KX250 at Perris Raceway

More 250F break in laps before it's Shootout time...Fun times on the heavily massaged KX250!

[@DegenerateChopper]

this vs your 250r video, looks like cornering the honda is easier for you than the kx. But the kawi looks alot more fun to ride imo

[@AOL0321]

Is this KX a good bike for a beginning/returning rider who has not ridden a motocross bike in 40 years? :)

[@CasMoto]

Man, that's a tough one...If you rode the wheels off 125 two strokes with all rev, then maybe! But for the average rider there are easier 250F's to ride smoothly and re-learn the basics: Rm-Z250's a good choice for the price and YZ250F's have been hard to beat for a few years. Cheers

[@AOL0321]

@@CasMoto There is a $1K rebate now on KX's though!

[@CasMoto]

@@AOL0321 Go with the green one! Haha I'd recommend +1 on the rear sprocket and lighter spring rates if you're under 180lbs and just getting back; they're great bikes, especially with a deal like that. Can never go wrong with a new ride

[@AOL0321]

Which do you like better, the RMZ-250 or the KX-250? I’m a shorter rider just getting back into riding again.

[@CasMoto]

Cockpit on the RM-Z250 is better for shorter riders, but the Kawi has very adjustable ergos as well...All comes down to two things: Do you like to rev or short-shift? And is kick starting a big deal to you. That's it! The KX250 revs much higher and is great for intermediate and up riders, where the RM-Z is good for beginners and those okay with staying lower in the revs. Each has suspension tailored to heavier riders (180lbs.+), so factor in springs if you're on the lighter/smaller side. Both fun bikes, can't go wrong either way. Good luck deciding and enjoy whichever you choose👍

[@zugang7248]

What gear were you hitting most of the jumps in?

[@CasMoto]

Perris MX is a slower/tighter/technical layout, so 2nd and 3rd gear for most jumps is common👍

[@dersoloist6591]

@@CasMoto and the great jump ? it is maybe 32 yards

[@CasMoto]

@@dersoloist6591 Close, but probably shorter, around 75-85' (25ish meters)

[@Kannenberg_]

What changes from KX to KXF? A hug from Brazil.

[@CasMoto]

Brazil! KX250 is the new branding model title from Kawasaki; it's still their premium four stroke MXer. Just replaces the KX250F name of old. Since they do not manufacturer two strokes anymore, it kinda' fits...Cheers

[@Kannenberg_]

@@CasMoto Now I understand, thank you very much friend, great week for you.

[@rileybaker4487]

Did you notice any slight popping/backfire on deceleration?

[@CasMoto]

Not so much with the green coupler, but a little with the white coupler. More rider error than anything, as I was downshifting and using lower gears to make best use of the Kawi revs.

[@jcgoat6593]

Is this the fastest 250 you’ve ridden out of the 23s ? You feel

[@CasMoto]

KX250 and 250SXF are the fastest I've ridden to date! Maybe a little less off the bottom than others, but fun for more advanced riders. Cheers

[@ryangalbraith7080]

@@CasMoto what coupler did you prefer? White ,green or black?

[@CasMoto]

@@ryangalbraith7080 Green (stock) was best for me. White (lean) is peppy and aggressive, but has additional engine braking and almost a lean spot. Black (rich) was too mellow for my size. Cheers

[@Charlie-pt2kr]

Looks different to mx bikes 😂

[@bendaaa69]

yeah thats why im here lol

[@Dylan222B]

Faster then the Yamaha?

[@CasMoto]

In the top-end and over-rev, yes, it's faster than the YZ250F. Faster and usable are two different sensations though! Cheers