2021 WR450F and WR250F. Testing the new Yamaha!

[@sgt5310]

I wish he would've spoken more to the differences/preferences between the two to help potential buyers make their choice.. I'd like to hear the guy say yea Adam makes me ride the 250 but I'd rather have the 450..

[@jimgoose5013]

fantastic down to earth long awaited review, cant wait to see race results.i should have waited but bought a 2020 450 , still the best bike ive ever owned and the benchmark of reliability.thanks dudes good work

[@gideonrudd2004]

From what I have read there is very little difference between the 2020 and 2021

[@tonycerruto5157]

One of the best, no nonsense, realistic, everyday Joe reviews I’ve seen. Thanks guys. Seems like most of the reviews / tests are from down under or across the pond in the UK. I’ve no idea why this bike isn’t more popular in the US! … ?

[@ultimatist]

Sadly I think the USofA is either hardcore MX, or overloaded GS...

[@laberdude]

Finally! A test of my favorit brand! Anyone remembering the blue on the green video?

[@wicho99w99]

Blue on the green is one of my favorites videos on KZbin 👍🏽

[@MrLdvo]

Yei!! Yamahaaaaaaa!

[@broxy4747]

Now that’s the best review I have watched for a while . Keep up the great content

[@Oldfatbeerman]

The first vid you did caused me to go out and buy a 2021 WR 250 F , Cheering .

[@dane4097]

can you buy me one too

[@spincitydan5751]

is the bike worth it? does it pull like a mx bike? im debating between a kx250f or a wr250f...which one would you prefer?

[@MVHS937]

Most down to earth review ever.

[@henrikforsberg683]

Cool idea to race them as they come! Looking forward to that!

[@berettasp]

Thought i was the only one that cant understand why they persist with a friggen cable clutch

[@donbrashsux]

Yeah it is 2021..I can’t believe it..I purchased a after market hydraulic unit a few years back so transfer it to my Yamahas..

[@addisonburn8508]

Saving it as a selling point for later models

[@twowheelpilot]

@@addisonburn8508 yeah I agree with you 100%. Still a cable isn't a deal breaker. The Yamaha has a slick adjuster that takes all of 1 second to do and take some free play out.

[@Leoms081077]

Great video, great editing... a lot of good information, but always with great action and awesone angles!!!

[@colmhaughey7001]

Realistic clear and well understood I like the just attitude...!!!

[@Abitnutts]

Love the review, Adam, I live in the same area you do, the Southwest of WA, and was wondering if you could do a video of riding areas across all disciplines and what is required. I think it would be very popular and a great help for a lot riders.

[@TNTMOTO]

Excellent review. I have been kind of Honda guy all my life and i am seriously going to have to reconsider when i purchase a new 4 stroke. It will definitely be between the Honda CRFX and the Yamaha WR now.

[@bradreynolds2597]

It sounds like a pretty solid review as there seems to be a push in the woods bike market. How about a test or comparison on the track? For all us retired MXers, I like to see how much I’m giving up by moving away from a track bike to the woods bike. I like the videos when you bring a hotshot in to strangle the guts out a bike.

[@bobriley000444]

with these new enduro bikes you're not giving up anything the only difference is suspension tuning and like 8 lbs of weight which just comes from the kick stand, headlight and extra wiring, most mx bikes now have elec. start so it's not like the battery weight is even a thing anymore cause they all have a battery

[@motosporttouring]

I have a modded 2015 that I ride mostly at the track lately. I’m on the standard map, 51T rear sprocket, with Dunlop MX53’s since it’s hard pack where I ride. Just had the suspension set up for me and it made a big difference, but I do wish I had a YZ, or at least the suspension. My bike is plenty fast but I always wondered what that YZ suspension would be like. I’ve ditched the heavy duty hand guards, have the lithium battery, full FMF exhaust, and I run half a gallon less gas (1.6 gal like a YZ). That has saved some weight, but I’m still going to replace the heavy duty skid plate I have now with a plastic Cycra, and the headlight with a number plate. That’ll put me in YZ250FX weight range, decent for MX, but it’s still not 232 lbs.

[@dannydunlop3402]

Im a ktm only person . But i love the airfilter location on this yamaha

[@justinfisher8749]

Finally a review of these bikes I wanna get the 450 at the end of the year but there hasn’t been any reviews of the bikes

[@demonickiller35]

Don’t wait too long they’re almost sold out where i live! Just bought the 250 and I’ll get it in may

[@jy_6351]

Do the 250 and 450 suffer from flameout in low speed, throttle chopping situations or are they able to chug along pretty well?

[@apexpredator1192]

yes they do flame out .. lots of compression and it doesn't like the low revs

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

I dont think the wr 250 or yz250fx flame out much at all. If you upload a keefer map its hard to stall and fkrst gear chugs by itself

[@apexpredator1192]

Yeh maybe not the 250 but my 450 did

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

@@apexpredator1192 i own a 2019 yz450fx. Install the magic map. Doesnt flame put ad easy. And im able to ridr technical with it up here in the pacific north west

[@c2protect]

They use the cable until the cable fades or the hydrolic can make up the difference. But I understand. Yamaha has been testing the two.

[@EnduroGripBosnien]

Nice comparison between two bikes, is it possible to ride some techniques Tracks uphill zigzag with Yamaha 450/250?

[@josephfelice601]

Serious bottoming out going on jumps that were not that high!

[@Dazza_au]

Two things - is this a paid or promoted review? and, If the WR is so close to the YZ mx bike, where does the YZ-FX range fit in? Edit - and are you going to get a lap time around the track?

[@beeragonewhere2819]

He will not answer, Why because this is NOT a true review. Dont get me wrong im only yamaha but come on ARiemann1.

[@MotologyFilms]

No, it's not a paid review. Ride the bike, then watch the review again. You can never please everyone or tell them what they want to hear.

[@Dazza_au]

Thanks mate, your vids are the best out there and no disrespect intended by asking the question but you can understand after so many other channels are getting kickbacks for positive reviews that aren't disclosed to viewers. Your review was so positive that it made me wonder, but if you say it's all above board then that's good enough for me! Any chance of your thoughts on the YZ-FX range and a lap time for the WR? Please keep the great content coming!

[@Dazza_au]

@@MotologyFilms Thinking about this some more, could you please be a little clearer about what the commercial arrangements are for the products you are featuring? E.g. with the POD brace and Fox promos, clearly you're sponsored by them but would it hurt to say something in your intro which makes it clear? I can appreciate that you're running a business and have commercial arrangements, just be careful that you don't fall into the trap where it looks like you're trying to hide that fact to the viewers because we'll all get offended. This is one of my favourite channels and I wouldn't waste my time writing this for anyone else. Cheers!

[@troymatthews668]

@@Dazza_au lol

[@ED-on8to]

Mate this thing needs a proper bar (Renthal Twinwall) and a exhaust system...

[@torkd14]

Love it man! I'm following from across the world in Alberta, Canada. I don't know how tall you are but I'm 6 foot 3 inch and I cant find a comfort zone on my 2019 YZ450FX. I found my 2017 YZ450FX a much more comfortable and confidence inspiring machine. The 2019, which is the same chassis to '21, just has me constantly moving my feet trying to position myself correctly. Not sure you've noticed this but thought I'd give my 2 cents.

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

I have a 19 450fx as well. I just put the bars all the way forward and s stiffer spring for my weight in the rear and never looked back. Im 6 foot 2

[@malky525]

5 months and still waiting for my 250fx! I hear the Chris Keefer maps are very good.

[@elafricano2995]

Great video as ususal, I have a question for you Adam, what engine are the 2 Kangoroos? boy they were very fast and great suspensions :-D. keep them videos coming, we love them.

[@Whistlinweasel]

Great video as usual. I’m from the uk and I bought a 2021 WR450 last month. It doesn’t come with a number plate hanger and I can’t seem to buy a genuine one yet you have them fitted on your bikes. Is that a standard part on the Aussie bikes please? If it is then I’ll try and get one ordered from Australia

[@SkimminBoots]

Heya Adam. Good video. Have a YZ but looking at getting a WR for enduro as well. Was pretty insightful and informative. What GoPro mount were you using for the reverse POV of you guys following each other? Looked really good!

[@Bow-to-the-absurd]

You guys are poetry in motion

[@MotoMuppets]

Great review. How do they handle in the slow hard enduro situations?

[@twowheelpilot]

I'd like to know that too. Love 450'S but they need to handle slow hard and technical too.

[@brucensal]

Awesome, been wondering if they are any better than the older ones. I have a 2012 it has power to burn but is not as easy to turn in tight stuff as good a I hate to say my mate's KTM 350exc how does the newer model compare

[@motozz8258]

had a 12 the 16 heaps better so much better and competitive in the tight singy stuff , 19 even better again !

[@owenclancy9722]

I have a 2018 WR450. And for anyone who is curious you will constantly be hitting the limits of the 250. Always shifting up to find there's nothing more. With the 450 you will never hit its limit. You will always be chasing the end with the end being out of sight. The 450 can be tame and ridden slow. But if you want to be aggressive you'll always be humbled by the power. The 250 will not give you the same satisfaction. You will out grow it no matter how old or experienced you are. There is just a lot more room for growth and the thrill of riding with the 450.

[@baydencampbell5689]

Nice comment man, im constantly looking at reviews trying to compare the two lol I havent been on a bike for years and I have also had surgery on my cervical spine im leaning towards the 250 but im not sure. I know I wouldn't be a twit on the bike and would always respect the power of the thing, on the other hand I dont want to drop 15k on a bike wishing I had got a different one. Im just scared 450 might be to much bike lol aaaahhhhh its doing my brain in lol hahaha

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

Depends on the riding you do. I own a 19 450fx and love it but my buddys 2020 250fx is hard to beat in the tighter trails. You dont have to be as cautious with the throttle

[@baydencampbell5689]

Mainly just trail riding mate, pines bushland etc probs a bit on the sand and bitumen on the way to my destination. I think I'll go with the 450, I think I'll respect it a lot more and the 250 I'll end up pushing it to its limits where the 450 I'll be to scared to lol but all in all I'll be just putting around with but like knowing the power is there if I need it.

[@kiwi-moto]

Doubt you will hit the limits of the 250F if you ride tight technical trails, the 450 is a beast in the tights woods, now if you're talking open dessert riding, or open "trails" like these guys ride, and you're a bigger person, yeah, the 450 may cut it more..

[@HH-oz9eq]

Trippin bro. If you can ride the new 250f anywhere near it’s potential then you must be better than 99% of riders out the. You aint

[@scottmiller3327]

Hands down the best you can buy bar none !

[@awalker8084]

Awesome bikes! I've got the 21 yz. Think I need a wr again

[@TheJaimilton]

A Reimann, as usual, excellent video and really bring the truth to the front. where did you ge tthe Fox gear, especially the big side pocket pants????? cheers

[@paulmahony5842]

What sort of fuel range would you expect from the 450 during 'normal' trail riding? I know everyone's normal is gong to be different, but I'd be interested to hear your comments. Any issues with starting - hot or cold?

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

Sometimes they dont likr to start right away when hot. But trail riding youll get tired before you run out of fuel. Your usually low in the revs anyways. Ill ride ususlly 4 hoirs and burn half a tank riding technical single travk with my 2019 yz450fx

[@motozz8258]

@@jonathoncatterson8901 yeah 90klm 450 on the gas no worrys slicing gears

[@downunderthunder2538]

I was thinking of buying the WR 450 but with a 5 speed box and cable clutch no thanks hopefully someone at Yamaha grows a brain !

[@charliepincott4078]

Don’t pick on yammahamma

[@kingkottah]

I get the cable clutch but why does everyone want a 6 speed box? I find most of my riding is done in first and second. Even on the road my 2015 WR450 is fine at 100km/h

[@owenclancy9722]

Ha, I have a 2018 with a 5 speed. Does 105mph in 5th with a tune and exhaust. Putting it in first will put it into "tractor mode" and you can creep with no clutch or throttle UP HILL. You're just going off paper values rather than physical experience.

[@motozz8258]

Why have 6 gears when the bikes suspension can only handle 3 :)

[@EnduroUK.]

I think you need to it doesn’t make a blind bit of difference in fact I think the cable is lighter than a hydraulic 😂

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

Fantastic bikes! Who would want to ride a $25,000 1,250cc Adventure(!) bike after riding one of these beauties? My only question: Can these be licensed for road use in the US?

[@Omar_675_24]

I want to buy a ktm but I don't know whether to choose the 1190R or an 890R. I am experienced in hard enduro, and I think the 1190 will be more comfortable to piste. The question is whether it will be very clumsy in more complicated areas.

[@Midnightpurpler34]

ADAM could you please please do a review on the yamaha yz250x

[@jetdr]

the 450 sounds so much better, even in stock form.

[@jeremyjones5153]

Hey mate love your videos, been following you for a few years, just wondering what is seriously going to be your next bike of choice to own or at least what would you like to have.? And looking at your videos do u live on the south Coast of nsw amazing scenery of the country.

[@hughbrumby7178]

He loves in WA because all his bikes come from Bunbury

[@apexpredator1192]

15;59 west aus

[@adamplumtree64]

Really thinking off getting the 450 just for weekend ride outs green lanes

[@barneybacsi5305]

Are u gonna do some more of the adventure rallies this year?

[@matticusmac6452]

Yamaha give him a T7 to test!

[@donboucher2440]

Love the content 👍👍

[@Pietipilot]

Please, rock up to a race stock standard, are they race ready? One way to find out right...?

[@Davidkxf]

For me the worst dirt bike I ever bought was my WR250F (2015) so bad I actually stopped riding dirt bikes altogether and the thing is just collecting dust in my garage. The only way to get rid of it is to basically give it away, no market whatsoever here for them, even though it only has 700kms on the clock.

[@sisubillup7781]

I would be interested in it.

[@MrRGiller]

What did you not like about the dirt bike exactly if you don't mind me asking?

[@mikedunn7766]

Great Vid guys Is it possible to ride that same place or is it private property ? If so where is it Cheers mate

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

Surely you did the free mods right? Or do they not come restricted in Aus?

[@orlandosantiago4399]

I was looking for that And seems like they did because at the end he use the full throttle and you can see when he removes the air filter too. Plus I didn’t see the little baffle in the pipe

[@kiwi-moto]

They dont come as restricted in the Australian market. Always been a problem comparing the Aussie reviews vs people's experiences in Nth America

[@jacobd230]

Where did you guys get the rear fender extension?

[@factoryktm.]

review the ktm 150 sx

[@ED-on8to]

The big question is: Why don‘t buy the Yamaha YZF 250/450X?

[@doubledown9333]

Race that bad boy Adam:)

[@richardsymyniuk6928]

Just picked up my wr250f 2021 have you guys got any good maps that you can share ? Many thanks

[@jonathoncatterson8901]

Anything keefer map is best in my opinion. Less flsme outs and smoother power

[@markokretzer2665]

Yamaha ist eben Yamaha!!!

[@antoninolafauci6941]

how many kilometers do you go with such a small tank?

[@The_Hairy_Farmer]

Wouldn't be a true Ozzy farm without sheep....;)

[@sambrown1779]

Awesome. Cheers

[@user-ic4mv1cq7r]

Are these road street legal in Australia or need to buy a kit?

[@thedangdanger]

Road legal here in Australia. Sold with a race kit to de-restrict and come with unlocked ecu and WiFi unlike US model.

[@adriantompson]

ride and have fun.

[@bielbills]

I want one sooooo bad! 🤩

[@-MiRay-]

この二人ほんとカッコいい

[@mackeymichael]

Adam try a YZ muffler on the 250 F ,it really wakes up the power mate.

[@johnwoolcock6121]

Agreed!! mapping makes a big difference too!

[@mackeymichael]

@@johnwoolcock6121 What do you do to the mapping on these things John ?

[@johnwoolcock6121]

@@mackeymichael Nothing mate, they are EFI, you just do it all via the app. (I have a 19 model so use the power tuner, not sure if the maps are the same on the 21's)

[@Midnightpurpler34]

Adam can you please please please please do a review on the yz250x

[@SWFlowseeker]

Nice bikes..but I don’t like that clutch also. Silly...it’s 2021 guys. Cmon

[@shreedhar9083]

I would like to see your videos in 4k 60 fps

[@Romariolopeswrf]

A melhor YAMAHA💙

[@aluistristater]

Good looking........👍

[@wal4257]

Well said

[@victorendrina2251]

Yamaha 450cc 250cc nice raw motocross race

[@bobriley000444]

video sounds like someone that went in a coma in 2008 and just woke up, enduro bikes have not been soft for a long time now

[@phoncemaira73]

Can someone get this bikes in Kenya (import) how much does it cost

[@kaikx1104]

Can u do another video with the kids again

[@ប៊ុនណេងស៊ីធន]

How much

[@707SLAYER]

AWSOME....

[@xterrential]

Same bikes, the 450 just pulls harder lower.

[@ניצהרםהלוי]

Alright cool

[@fluxyyy369]

Anyone else see the bunny at 4:00

[@VanekLarson]

Getting famous off of comments day 257, so I can live the dream, live every day like it’s your last🚀🤙🚀

[@83ajdixon]

So should I get the 250f over the 450?

[@pedrockendurock2451]

SALUDOS

[@william6815]

KTM 450 excf is still better than the WR

[@jonathondavis170]

Who let this guy in??? ^^^^

[@william6815]

@@jonathondavis170 relax mate they are both great bikes I just prefer the KTM to the yami

[@harrisondawes5922]

Sounds like it's rides and handles more like a motocross bike which is all they have ever been. The word extreme Enduro and wr should not be used in the same sentence, if you want a good Enduro bike you can't beat the new ktm

[@marunzel]

My first Dirtbike was a WR. Over the years I realised that it’s not really a Enduro bike, just a softened Motocross Bike and heavy. I switched to Euro Bikes and never looked back to Yamaha. Nothing was better on the Yamaha is regards to Enduro. Only listening to this video makes me believe that nothing has really changed with the blue „Enduros“ (+ still cable clutch, which was already out of fashion in 2001 when I bought my WR)

[@harrisondawes5922]

@@marunzel so true mate my first bike was also a 2013 wr450. I thought it was great at the time but now on a 2020 450exc and it is the best damn all rounder

[@mackeymichael]

@@marunzel Yes my 2020 WR 250 is very comfortable on the MX track and aggressive to ride in tight 1st gear single track.

[@motozz8258]

Extreme and 4T should not be used in the same sentence, same as extreme and quality suspension like the WR should not be used. easy to have soft bouncy wallowing at speed suspension for extreme Enduro . Stock wp KYB conversion kits for wp if you want a Aussie Enduro weapon like these bikes bog stock. They sell them kits like hot cakes.

[@harrisondawes5922]

@@motozz8258 whatever I know and have ridden with plenty of 2t die-hard guys like you. You will be surprised what a new bike will do

[@tybakeis3163]

wow im early

[@beeragonewhere2819]

A paid promotion get off

[@husaberg75]

🙋‍♂️✊💨💨💨🇧🇷

[@senor7857]

You can't buy them in Spain. Thanks Yamaha.

[@rockynandorf440]

Why

[@senor7857]

@@rockynandorf440 EURO5 + Yamaha doesn't want to work

[@ryan_mx1592]

3rd

[@ED-on8to]

The big question is: Why don‘t buy the Yamaha YZF 250/450X?

[@paralna7755]

rego makes them more versatile and why they sell more, But each has it's own place