Money Well Spent - The Perfect Dirt Bike

[@KentwoodWarrior]

Good old air cooled trail bikes, man there’s just something about them.

[@Freedom-dq7tl]

Good for old farts that wear diapers

[@Panasyukvic]

Hey, diapers add cushion.

[@fernandocdl1968]

those bikes have me speechless, they seem to work so sooo smoothly and they look so much better than stock.

[@johnpagejr.7628]

Thanks for sharing all of this, I have owned 4 different Honda's and I really like the Honda's for all the reason that you do. My first bike I owned in my twenties was a Honda 175 SL. I road that bike from Missoula MT to Bozeman MT on I90 and I swear my whole body vibrated for two days after that LOL. I stopped riding after I got marred and did not own another bike until after my wife died. I have since owned a CRF230L then a NC700 X and a Suzuki DRZ 400 S and now I am riding a CRF300L Rally witch I love. I am currently upgrading the suspension, You two riding all over is making me jealous it is still cold and snowing here in Chelan WA.

[@doobielawson702]

Very cool, I love these bikes being a smaller guy. Excellent choice for the channel.

[@lukef5370]

Looks like so much fun! You two are building such great memories ! ❤️ I can't wait to see much more!

[@justonpreble4083]

Finally someone really building two of these bikes for different size riders… This is great!!! I have a 22 CRF250F Stock, a 125F, and a 125F Big Wheel. I think 🤔 l’ll get a second 250F now and set it up for my wife after I learn exactly what you have done for your girlfriends bike…

[@thepaintballnoob7982]

Lex killed it out there even on camera that looked like some rough riding! Like the new setup also brother!

[@AdventureDaily]

Thanks Noob! 😊

[@chadcoxthehunterchadcox8252]

Very cool, I live in northern Michigan in the woods and enjoy leaving my driveway and hitting the trails..very blessed

[@BarnStangz]

These CRF250F's seem amazing now! And man, they are so reliable and cheap to maintain! Looks like you guys are having a blast for sure. Alexis has gotten much better over the years of me just watching her on these videos, I feel like she just needs to work on her line selection more and keep up momentum. When you're tall like Tanner it's quite a bit more easier to put a foot down. I'm on the smaller size my self, was a challenge at time with my Beta... so I know what it's like. Glad you two are having fun!

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you for your continued support man 👊🏻 I agree, more seat time will help for sure.

[@Senorrandom12]

I recently got in to riding bikes and I'm hooked. Now I can't wait to get my wife a bike as well. And after seeing this, it's just more motivation. thank you guys.

[@AdventureDaily]

Have fun! Thank you.

[@TypeShittPodcast]

Did you get this bike @senorrandom12

[@dirtbikeheaven1129]

I enjoyed the video. Keep them coming on these bikes. I talked to Bruce today to order my front suspension upgrades and he advised me of this new video. I can’t wait to get the springs and new damper rods installed. I noticed Alexis is coasting down the hills with the clutch pulled in. Have her try leaving the clutch out on downhills to take advantage of the great compression breaking on these bikes. You don’t have to worry about killing the engine because of the heavy flywheel. I’m pretty sure that will work better for her. Keep on keeping on. Look forward to the next video.

[@edwinarmstrong9175]

The thing both of these bikes need if you are riding in areas like that is steering stabilizers. It will keep you from falling so often & stop a lot of arm pump. Please see if you can add it & I am sure you will like your rides even better. Love what you’ve done so far on your bike builds.

[@eriknash8783]

Not sure I agree. I've ever only ever run stabilizers on my high speed road race track bikes. Maybe for going 60+ in the open desert sand, but all of her falls/tip overs were low speed and more about needing to carry for momentum than anything else. See so many guys running $700-$100 steering stabilizer setups and have no need for them. But, if you have the bread and it gives you confidence, then there is certainly no downside to them... I just add a little steering head bearing preload for front end stability on my FE501S and that includes 70 mph dirt and sand runs.

[@BikingBuddies]

Absolutely brilliant video folks and really enjoyed that 😀

[@vexpho4512]

just bought my first bike and its a super moto, but watching you really makes me wanna get dirt tires

[@HaroldDVasquezLopez]

Great video! Is always great to see riders like y’all, that have tried the best enduros out there, but after what’s been said on the video, y’all can appreciate a trail bike like those CRF250F’s that basically take what the 230 has been doing since the early 2000’s and takes it into the future, as a very solid option for both new riders and experienced riders that wanna spend more time riding and not having to worry about tight maintenance schedules, having that Honda reliability to back you up, is just something else, and just have to thank y’all, for helping getting these facts out there to all riders, that these bikes like the 250F, 230s and even some Chinese bikes with similar air cooled engines and specs, do really fill a gap much needed to be filled in this world of 2 wheels on dirt…I think y’all are ready for a South American riding trip, most specifically to San Bartolo Beach in Peru’s coastal desert, and then share what the experience was hehe. Vibes all the way from Lima. 🙌🏻

[@DRZWhisperer]

You guys look so comfortable on those bikes!

[@ericc90]

Pretty capable bike actually! Nice build, and looked like a blast to ride out there

[@davidb9323]

How is it at low speed? Considering a 4T 250 and the Yamaha 250 stalls easy.

[@pinecone3604]

Looks so fun! Super cool video. I think that's the bike I'll recommend to most my shorter friends. Very glad Alexis found a bike that's right for her. Keep up the good work love every second.

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

I can't even imagine putting my xt250 thru that terrain. Your video was awesome. Love your Hondas!

[@n.tfisho6491]

Can't wait until I get my suspension done, just watching I can see the improvement! Unfortunately we don't have hyperlite moto here in Australia and the shipping cost is more than the cost of the parts themselves so Unfortunately he'd be missing out on a lot of business here in Australia, obviously being in Australia Bruce's suspension isn't an option, but there's a place about 2000klm (1242miles) away in Queensland called MPE that specialises in suspension and they do the same as what Bruce's suspension does for the crf250f so will be going for a drive soon to get it done cost for it is $620aud so not bad considering the improvement, anyway stay safe and I look forward to seeing more of your episodes!

[@wherewithalmoto]

The bikes look like they are doing well out there!

[@AdventureDaily]

Very pleased!!

[@SushiTattoos]

Man those things look smooth and so fun on that terrain I would kill to find trails like that

[@twinValleySpirit]

I live in a tiny town on el Camino del Diablo and absolutely love this terrain, it's the same as this video. On a CRF 250L completely dialed in. Let's go!

[@watts300]

I ordered the lift kit (caps, clevis, linkage, and stand mount) yesterday. It'll be here early next week. I'm really excited. Can't wait to ride the weekend after that. I'm 6'4", too, so I'm really jazzed.

[@AdventureDaily]

Right on! It’ll make a big difference, that’s awesome to hear!

[@watts300]

@@AdventureDaily Just finished! Holy smokes it’s huge! The seat height is the same as my SXF now. Man this is wild.

[@mojavemike3060]

Among other bikes I have is a ttr230 and after watching your videos I ordered from hyperlite pegs and bar mounts (wish they offered more for the ttr230) and bike feels much more comfortable Thanks for all the content,, been watching for couple years now and it’s great that you have such variety of bikes and locations Much appreciation!!

[@Smittyschannel]

It's funny to watch your POV footage navigating the creek beds- as you're riding, I'm picking my lines where I would go ahead of you, & you pick the same lines

[@lukefish7562]

Badass! Looking forward to seeing how it went on the CRFs! Side note the intro scared the crap out of my cat that was sleeping before the Indian death whistle blew and woke it😂🤣🤣

[@Motolympics]

Flying over those rocks

[@jrflatearth1373]

Yall look cool af together matching .....have fun!

[@NeuKrofta]

great video and the soundtrack is awesome. You should probably carry an epipen lol

[@dengised321]

Great content. Love that you guy ride together. I'm working on getting my wife into dual sporting. Wish me luck, haha.

[@joelappin9735]

Tubeliss really makes a bike ride smoother. It looks like she could lower her pressure a couple pounds. I usually run 7-8 pounds, and I weigh 220+. She's doing really well out there.

[@douglasyoung3992]

Nicely modified machines, beautiful riding country, and you have a super girl to ride with👍

[@johnkerr46]

Very nice video it's nice that your girlfriend rides with you, I got to ride a CRF250F and I really liked it, I have a Yamaha 2005 TTR250 that's very similar, electric start, air cooled, road legal, but it has a 6 speed transmission, like it a lot, going back to the basics...Riding a slow bike fast, is better than riding a fast bike slow!

[@Doubleride]

love the video. Please keep them coming!

[@smiththers2]

living on the east coast with 2 feet of snow in my front yard.... i cant friggin wait for riding weather!!! i got to take the bike to work twice when we had a couple nice days but its been a snow storm a week since then.....

[@dbryant650]

Excellent content, my friend! Good information, footage and editing combo. Keep it up!

[@ridgetop8161]

Dang, looks awesome down there right now. All I can think of when riding single track down there is "Cholla! Cholla! Cholla!". Those builds look and sound awesome though.

[@danovision]

I can't wait!

[@craigmayfield4854]

How would you compare these bikes to the CRF300L? I checked prices online and the CRF300L costs $500 more, but it comes street legal so the cost difference is even less. It’s cool to see what you are doing with a more value oriented bike! Keep having fun guys!

[@millamazing9176]

I would go 300l he convinced me not to get the 450rl then I rode one and it’s the beat bike I’ve ever had so it’s up to you

[@marcochavane3124]

I recommend the 300L if you want a true dual sport. If it's just trail riding get an Enduro bike. The 300L will need suspension just like these bikes will, and you can wake it up and run 85mph on one with $128 in OEM Honda parts. Just get some CBR300R cams and CBR300 Velocity stack and it gives you a huge bump in power.

[@mcragosta]

​@@millamazing9176 I agree, the 450 is leaps and bounds better than the 250 and 300.

[@lukefish7562]

@@marcochavane3124 well now! I agree with you on the 300L and enduro if only for the woods. Also interested in waking my 300L up. Thanks for the info.

[@natekerx85]

@@marcochavane3124 I have a 300l also and really like it, but I’ve followed a trillion of these intake/cam/550/etc mod threads and huge power bump from the mods mentioned seems unlikely

[@entropy5125]

You should do a weight saving series on this bike, curious to see how light you could get it

[@kipirvin3462]

I think hyperlitemoto dropped 20# off one

[@n.tfisho6491]

@Kip Irvin I bet it cost a bomb to drop 20#! although it would be good

[@kipirvin3462]

@@n.tfisho6491 for us, yes.

[@GasSoakedRag]

Why? Just buy a lighter bike.

[@danburby7936]

GREAT VIDEO TANNER..YOU NEED TO TELL ALEXIS THAT SHE NEEDS TO KEEP HER FEET ON THE PEGS AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE..MUCH MORE CONTROL THAT WAY//FUN FUN

[@beaubjarnason4759]

That’s a tough woman. Very impressive.

[@EricKoch-s5b]

Love your videos!

[@heiner74]

pretty difficult terrain,,, hooo boy😲

[@deborahchesser7375]

I thought I was slick by putting 85’YZ250 suspension on my 86’IT200. For the time 1986, i guess it was pretty trick. Hope you guys enjoy the revamped bikes, good boingers make all the difference.✌️🇺🇸

[@RCTurbo79]

Nothing beats a Honda

[@brandonhindmarsh4353]

That music choice. Someone's been listening to Lord Huron albums possibly? Thanks for sharing the adventure

[@phathokum1855]

Seeing a couple have fun like you two have is an inspiration, and I hope every day of your lives is like this. You praised the KTM when you had it, understandable, it was a great bike, and now you praise this bike, also understandable. I could presume the reason you have this bike and not the KTM is because you like it better, but you have changed bikes for various reasons, so I can't be sure. So I would love to hear your non sugar coated comparison of the KTM you had compared to this one with the upgraded suspension. I got the impression based on your videos, but I'm not sure, that while the KTM had a lot of power and good suspension, it had a lot of vibration, especially on the road, and it was a maintenance headache. So why did you sell the KTMs for these?

[@singletrackjunkie488]

He likes no nonsense bikes that require minimal ongoing maintenance. He has the skills to make any bike talk so why not a basic air cooled bike?

[@javib3460]

Un vídeo genial!! Saludos desde España ✌🏼

[@DanielHRuud]

Nice build(s). I am also interested in a 250l/300l comparison. From the spec sheets the 250f is lighter, have bit less power(?) and have way shorter service intervals? (1000km vs 12500km) The 250f doesn't have radiators(that can break) electronics (that can break) and so on. What is the weight of the 250f's in your setup?

[@AdventureDaily]

I will be answering those questions in a video coming soon!!

[@dirtbikeheaven1129]

All CRF 250F owners keep an eye on the rear wheel bearings! I just installed new rear wheel bearings in a friend’s 2022 CRF 250F that had only been ridden for about 6 months. Stock Honda dirt bike wheel bearings are sealed on only one side and are susceptible to failure if the bike has been run through mud/water above the hubs. If your wheel bearings fail, replace them with aftermarket bearings which as far as I know are all sealed on both sides.

[@harrynut3044]

Alexis, you're gonna have to add Dead-lift's to your workout..... Killer Footage guys......Love the content...as usual.

[@martinlegrice1414]

Nicely done!

[@xxlalbatross3287]

I am a new follower of your channel Greetings from Türkiye 😊

[@pauldub5767]

Damn! Alexis is awesome 😎.

[@ianmott856]

Hi . When you changed the suspension on the bike for your Mrs did you lower the ride height or is it still stock as my inseam is only about 28" and I'm concerned it will be too tall . Thanks

[@AdventureDaily]

No change to the actual height, she’s able to tip toe on both sides. You can lower the bike with the corona link, but you would lose ground clearance which is why we have opted not to at this point.

[@eriknash8783]

That BD headlight setup is really nice! Desert riding is certainly my favorite. Are you actually running the D Sport Tires out there?

[@AdventureDaily]

Yeah they definitely were not the best in the loose stuff but I managed.

[@88adventures]

Damn bees 🐝

[@alexarana3689]

L vs F would be a cool comparison 😎👊🏽🔥

[@61jrpjr]

great video, I have a 2020, goes great in the knuckle buster trees 29 in apart in sections in the eastern woods, but the jagged miles on end whoops will make you wish you stayed in bed.

[@escudeiro14]

A 1 mês comprei uma CRF250f, ótima moto, mas gostaria muito de melhorar a suspensão dianteira e traseira, trocar o guidão e o escapamento, infelizmente aqui no Brasil 🇧🇷 essas peças tem um custo elevado, mas com a graça de Deus irei conseguir deixar a minha moto igual a de vocês. Vocês estão sendo sendo minha inspiração para não desistir da moto, grande abraço.

[@stlskybob]

fun video, love the bikes, what keeps me from dual sporting a CRF250F is the ridiculously small fuel capacity, plus no available aftermarket larger tank.

[@Spartan375X]

Basically, the trails I mentioned in your last video's comments are like the ones in this one. Just fewer cactus and more trees. My Grom did good, except the forks bottomed out too often.

[@stevenbiggs7101]

Which size of Tusk tank bag did you go with? I’ve been wanting to order one, but have been unsure on size. Thanks

[@AdventureDaily]

I have the larger one and Lex has the smaller, the smaller one is honestly plenty of room especially when riding off road, if you’re going to do longer dual sport rides on road the larger might be better. Be sure to use my link! bit.ly/TuskTankBag

[@danodonnell6052]

I love what you're doing! Curious about one thing: you look giant on a CRF250, while she's on the same bike, and it's too tall & heavy to be truly fun for her. Why not put yourself on a KTM 500EXC or a similar-sized bike and put her on a CRF125, which would be a better size & weight for her?

[@jeffreywinton9143]

Great video. I have a stock 2019 CRF250F that needs upgrading. How do I get a detailed list of the seat and suspension upgrades you guys intstalled. Thanks, Jeff

[@raywills4709]

What year are those bikes? Looks like Phoenix or Tucson area. Similar riding conditions to our El Paso TX area. I got my son a 250F for Christmas a couple years ago. It is still stock and he absolutely loves it!

[@monocogenit1]

I bet those are great play bikes. I never really liked the liquid cooled 250/300 but these bikes are cool.

[@michaelvinogradov8864]

Hey. Great video, as always. Did you do the total $ spent to bring the bikes where they are? Thanks!

[@danielmelendez3483]

What setting did you record on your go pro? I got the same go pro but my quality is really poor when uploading to KZbin

[@lukeegner4272]

I’m 6’6 and I have an 08 230f and I think the best upgrade for me would be raising the bars and the suspension

[@jameswarner8700]

Could you have Alexis do a short review comparing her Xtrainer to her CRF250F. Good videos

[@jonesongrowth]

My wife wants to start riding. She’s 5’2” would you recommend her starting on this bike or which would be a good starter?

[@DanielDunn]

Great job on this, and other CRF250f videos. Take into account money you spent on parts, and then your own labor costs (let’s just say $40/hr), is it still worth it to get the 250f , or does it make sense to just bump up to the 250r? I’m looking at new and used bikes, and certainly trying to make the best financial, but also FUN, decision. Thanks, your videos have helped a ton.

[@AdventureDaily]

I loved mine stock so yes I would say it is still worth it. The R is a waaaay different bike. The F will always be a trail bike at the end of the day.

[@facundojavier2160]

Hola como estas? Muy buenos tu videos. Quería consultarte que autonomía tienes con el tanque de combustible original y si viene alguno extra medida. Saludos desde Mendoza, Argentina.

[@anthonyfrye8229]

Which video has the suspension upgrades? I' like to put them on my daughter's bike.

[@vegatrucks]

You guys in Tucson area? Where did you guys get the bag (on the gas tank)?

[@AdventureDaily]

Not quite close to Tucson but could be if we add it to the list! Here’s the tank bag, it’s great to have for adventure riding! www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/tusk-olympus-tank-bag-p

[@vegatrucks]

@@AdventureDaily thank you so much

[@hermitrob5481]

What does Bruces suspension upgrade kit cost? His sight doesn't say. For 250 lbs with gear.

[@kipirvin3462]

1) What size rear tire on Alexis' bike? Makes my stock 250f tire look anemic. 2) Are you running stock gearing? Seems a little tall for the trail. 3) Glad to see you use the 1 ☝person behind me sign. Most people don't have a clue.

[@jacobcall1699]

Curious about alexis' opinion of the crf250f vs the xtrainer. I have a 2018 ktm 250xcw, just bought a xtrainer but the crf250f was in the running.

[@NoMoreQQ]

gonna be crazy to see what you trade those for.

[@okiedoesthings1649]

Sweet video. I, throwing around the idea of going to a 250f from my kx100. What has been done parts wise to Alexises bike?

[@classrides]

I'm sold on the suspension upgrade! Did either of you raise your bars?

[@jimjim5491]

Did you guys sell the beta?what was your opinion on it?, seemed like a sweet bike to me. I do like the new modded hondas but that beta...

[@nass7070]

Hey man after all this, your slowly going back to the crf300l !!!

[@frasermacmannis614]

how often do you guys change your oil? Wish the manual was clear on how many hours.

[@THSGUY]

You are doing better & better Lexy. What's this with not being on a bike in "6 months" ? Tan you need to HAVE an Eppy Pen ( or 3 ) with you ! What tire's are ON those bike's ? Diesel looks very calm and relaxed there.

[@Danman1972]

My wife is allergic to bees severally. When we ride she keeps a epie pin in her pack as do I. Also, I was told by a nurse practitioner if the ride to the hospital is going to be long. Nobody has OD'd on Benadryl and children's is faster acting then most. Might be worth carrying pins and a bottle of children's back at the truck. Also, good for the doggos. I have been stung before, but it was from camp. Someone left a open can of soda near my helmet. I swatted about 3 away threw my helmet on after lunch and we took off. I didn't get very far before I found out there must have been one in my padding of the helmet. He was not happy and stung me in the back of the neck. I know I'm not allergic so I was fine. A buddy pulled the stinger out of my neck.

[@SEQUOIALOVER2002]

Are these street legal. What’s the difference from these and the crf250l. ?

[@motoshark5847]

Alexis’ bike need some valve seals? Looked a bit smoky on start-up.

[@randylammers6199]

Why isn't lex on the xtrainer? Does she like xtrainer or crf250f better?

[@AdventureDaily]

Xtrainer is at home! We will do a video on that soon, but two different bikes with different purposes for sure

[@randylammers6199]

@@AdventureDaily I hear ya. I love my xr200 just as much as the big boy bikes just like u 2 do.

[@ralphdesanti7504]

A complete list of parts and prices plus who did the work would be very nice

[@AdventureDaily]

Scroll through the channel... Bunch of videos explaining just that.

[@ADVJunkie]

Great vid! I’m loving my new crf250f. What riser/handlebar combo are you running and who makes those caliper protectors?

[@ADVJunkie]

Nm I found it all on hyperlite moto 🤙

[@edwardclark3980]

Watch out for cactus.

[@duality65]

Good video

[@miguelplascencia6093]

Hey are the motors hey are Honda crf250f engines made in Japan I think the bikes are built in Brazil

[@jrsforest187]

Nice bikes. I believe in doing more with less than less with more. Air cooled 250s are enough.

[@papatorr3669]

For the record, she was not stung multiple times by a honey bee. A honey bee gives up its life to sting you once.

[@jackshyt4]

Put trial tires on it and it will cruise over anything. It will also lower it a tiny bit for her.