CRF250L HILL CLIMB FAIL! Can It Keep Up With A 450? | Wayne National Forest Single Track Fun

[@whileistillcan9338]

Its always tough to show or explain to people how much work it is to ride a dirt bike fast. Most video angles don't do it justice. Your videos actually remind me of what it really looks like. Just watching gets my adrenalin pumping!Thanks brotha!

[@AdventureDaily]

I appreciate that Shane! Definitely a great workout, can't wait to get back out on the trails, hope you stick around here on the channel!

[@mikebevington8632]

The Honda crf250l is a dual sport, but with some modifications you can change it into more of a enduro bike. Th e bike then moves from a 50/50 to a 70/30 enduro bike. 1/change sprockets to 13 front and 42 rear. 2/ open up air box. 3/ fit FMF muffler. 4/ fit a pair of Mitas EO 7 tyres and run 10 psi both tyres . 5/ fit alloy bash plate. 6/ remove indicators . 7/ fit tail tidy. 8/ fit after market gear lever and foot brake. 8/ fit hand guards 9/ fit adjustable clutch and brake levers. Making these changes will give the bike more power( about 28bhp) increase traction through the gearing and tyres and you will now have a really capable enduro that still is really good on the road. I am 90 kilos and the suspension handles my weight really well on all sorts of off road terrain. The bike is a little heavy but you only notice this when picking it up. You get about 60 mpg and have a 2 year warranty , also servicing is every 6000 miles.( I service my crf250l about every 1500 miles) because I use it off road about 80% of the time. Considering the bike cost new around £4500, it’s a great alternative to any enduro bike. I am very pleased with mine and weekly go out riding with guys on enduro bikes, I always keep up and the bike will pull you out of trouble 90% of the time.

[@patriotofgod9827]

You should have just started with a frame and motor. All those modifications... Hell... I could have a designed and built a bike for less.

[@crazyportuguese2227]

I agree those mods are good, but if you dont want to or just cant spend the money its still a great bike for off road. Asks more from the rider, makes you better. My crf 250L is almost stock and i do ride hard single tracks, some hill climbs (not to insane), and even go to mx track do some little jumping

[@ebaenparnell3790]

I run a bone stock Suzuki dr 200 with bald tires through that same exact trail with no problems, it gets slick at some spots but really fun

[@0xsergy]

10 psi for a 330lb bike? even with the weight reductions that's brave compared to a 250 lb dirt bike.

[@TonyHerson]

@@patriotofgod9827 Those mods aren't even really that expensive except maybe the exhaust. Also mod 6-9 aren't really necessary at all. Sprockets are cheap, airbox mod is free, tires are a normal maintenance item, bash plate is cheap, hand guards are cheap. Exhaust, ecu, and suspension are the expensive mods.

[@GuernseyDave943]

Fantastic video best Crf250l video I have seen, can’t wait to get mine

[@goyo69]

8:00 minutes in and I finally get a wheelie! I started to worry you lost your touch! Lol! Awesome video sir keep'em coming and be safe out there!

[@AdventureDaily]

Haha I tried lol I think this is the most riding I've done without a wheelie all year😂 Thanks again you too!

[@1amder]

Man, I miss riding a trail bike! I have not riden since I was about 19 years old and I am 56 now. Thanks for sharing your video.......

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you for watching Arthur! Glad I could give you a blast from the past.

[@crf250ltrailriding3]

Love it! Anyone who has ever pushed their limits on a bike has had that happen. Missing a gear will do that to you. Keep on riding hard friend. Keep posting great videos!

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you for watching! It's all a part of riding and I enjoy all of it.

[@stevebloke5455]

Got that thing haulin ass!! I have to say after watching some of your vids I am now strongly considering buying one of these. thanks for the vids.

[@outty77]

This is the most realistic dualsport video I've ever seen.

[@AdventureDaily]

Minus hauling the bike lol

[@martintessier9547]

Always makes me laugh when people make fun of a 250L. I own one that I bought for a very good deal, I made most of the mods in the book and trust me when I say, the only place bigger bikes go in front is on the highway. In tight single tracks, gnarly terrain and even long steep uphills, I ride the middle of the pack without any issues what so ever. Even climb stuff bigger bikes don't. Riding is 80% rider's skills and 20% bike. I ride with CRF450l, beta xtrainer etc.

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

Amazing footage! Between this and your CRF250l vs CRF450l video, I've become convinced I should look for a leftover 2018 crf250l rally. They seem to be going for under $3.9k new.

[@AdventureDaily]

You definitely should! It really depends on how you will be riding it.

[@deborahchesser7375]

Attention Deficit 80% rider 20% bike I’ve always been told, and it seems to be true. I’ve left many a newer KTM in the dust on my 86’ IT200

[@originaslpyderxta]

I knew that subie setup looked familiar! Those cars you turned around to is our autocross club! I help run Buckeye Miata Club Autocross out of Circleville OH and we were on our way to the end of year dinner at a cabin in Hocking Hills. Small world. I am out of Marysville. I saw your RT62 video as well and figured you had to be semi local. We are a friendly bunch, I almost came over to see what you dudes were up to. Too funny I stumble across this video as I am looking at getting a 250l. Going to ride one this week and hop over to the dealer if I like it. Thanks for the helpful reviews.

[@maxwellrundle1351]

Great video man cant wait for part 2 looks so fun and you were so close to the top lol glad you and your bike was good keep them coming man

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Max I am hooked now lol definitely going to get a dedicated trail bike!

[@Big.Ron1]

Great video. It looks like the 250l was the perfect bike for that ride. Be safe and have fun. I am a new subscriber.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you! And if it could lose about 50lb it would be perfect, it does show it's wait in situations like this. Thank you for the support!

[@dillonrobinson8468]

Great video pal . Proper riding skills . Make the 250 l look a real competitor . Cheers from England

[@ridgetop8161]

Definitely goes to show it is always great to have friends along. Especially ones with muscle.

[@AdventureDaily]

It really is! All good people.

[@Matthewmaya1]

Sparked my interest in this bike again best 250l videos on KZbin. You RIP bad ass

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you man! They are fun bikes if you push them hard enough.

[@SuperLaplander]

Great video. you ride that CRF250L like a boss.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you I appreciate that!

[@krisdadabmetha1899]

Imagine how much money we have to pay with that crash if it’s the R1200GS or Africa twin? Just love the CRF250L.

[@wjb111]

Tearing it up. Looks like a riot!! I’ve yet to have my CFR250L on the trails.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you it was a blast! With the right tires and a little bit of determination it is a very capable machine!

[@doobielawson702]

I have a '13, I ride as little pavement as possible, I run the Dunlop D606s and they are great. AD, I'm amazed you can get that front end up. I have FMF full exhaust and the programmer and I still struggle to lift the front wheel. Awesome video tho, those trails look really fun!

[@wjb111]

Actually quite bummed because my intentions were to ride 80% trails 20% back roads but no trails to be had without going up north here in Michigan. Hopefully sooner than later. AD are you running stock tires on the dirt?

[@michaelbaker984]

I just picked up a new 2019 250L, was hoping you could tell me what modifications have been done to your bike. Thing is a wheelie monster. Love your videos, keep em coming!

[@DadsDomain]

Looks like a ton of fun. My dad just got a 250l and i must admit I am tempted now to get one at some point

[@allamerican2605]

Incredible riding for a dirt/street bike on that trail that was wet. You pushed it and made it.. Nice riding..

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you I really appreciate it! Definitely need to get a dedicated trail bike after this trip..

[@robertking6892]

Awesome ride. I had fun just watching it.

[@sylvainb4049]

Nice group ride! That Honda 250L rips pretty good! Can't wait for part 2! Would be cool to see what your thought's would be after riding a WR250R. I trust your opinion compared to some other's ridiculously nitpicky view's..

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you! And yes it does I am very happy with it, I appreciate that and might be getting my hands on one soon!

[@takumaanzai3921]

10:15 The last sound you’d want to hear climbing a steep hill

[@dublinbikereire]

Great video man them trails looked a blast 👌🏻

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you man I am definitely hooked now!

[@jdgreany]

looks like so much fun! I'm new to dirt riding and have been on a Africa Twin for almost two years now. Getting better but would love to have something smaller and lighter to throw around. I have had a situation in the woods by myself and it took a long time to get that beast up and back down the hill! Now I try to use buddy system and picked up a Garmin In Reach Mini in case I need help. Thanks for the video!

[@AdventureDaily]

That's awesome! I really want to ride one, they look like a blast. Definitely need something more technical though the 250L might be a good fit for you.

[@MOONDOGNEWYORK]

DUDE, YOU ROCK ON THE TRAILS

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you!! I appreciate it.

[@ichibangrom9735]

What an Awesome Place to Ride!!! What is that moisture I see on the ground? We dont have any of that is Cali. LOL. Riding that CRF250 like Champ! Thanks for the video Bro

[@AdventureDaily]

It was a lot of fun! I am addicted now lol and yes haha I will send some your way. Thank you for watching I am enjoying your content as well Randy you are a badass on that 150!

[@ichibangrom9735]

@@AdventureDailyThanks Bro!!

[@Woodzman]

Great trails, looks like a cool place to ride.

[@AdventureDaily]

It is definitely nice! Side by sides and ATV’s tend to ruin it though but that’s most places these days.

[@daynmitchell7543]

Damn, you rode that crf like a true dirt bike. That was sick!

[@patriotofgod9827]

I had actually deleted both my comments, but still gave you the usual thumb's up. Because of you , I just dropped almost 6k cad for a 2018.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you! And I hope you enjoy it👍🏻

[@crazyportuguese2227]

Cant go wrong with a 250L. Funs as hell.

[@joehop5780]

Great riding! I’ve got to put this area on the to do list, just hard to get away from all the happy fun trails here in East Tennessee and West North Carolina.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Joe! You guys do have some awesome trails over that way.

[@MrDiscoinferno]

Good video! always go with the gravity. Put your body on the inside of the bike, use your body as a pivot point, turn the bike around your body, hop on! go downhill, pop the clutch, away you go. don't fight the 350 pounds, use the 350 pounds if this makes sense. don't arm lever it - virtually impossible.

[@josephg4924]

Awesome vid friend as always..👍🏻👍🏻

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Joe!!😄

[@CreekLifeTV]

Awesome video man!

[@glynthomas8945]

Wow, mate you rode the wheels off that bike, great video

[@mxgryan]

Those trails are perfect. I didnt even know anyone could ride there.

[@AdventureDaily]

It was a blast, so much freedom.

[@deborahchesser7375]

The MX Guru heck yeh you can ride there, those are the best trails in Ohio

[@joehop5780]

What tires do you run? I’m having good luck with a Kenda Trackmaster 760 fr and Motoz Tractionater rear. I’ve been through several different set ups and the Trackmaster rear wears too quick and the Kenda 270 works pretty good until the hills get steep(great for gravel and pavement). I’ve settled on 15psi front and rear being ideal on and off road with no rim locks.

[@AdventureDaily]

Trakmaster's for the win!

[@thatguyrj7475]

the video reminded me of when you looped the klx 110 last year around christmas

[@AdventureDaily]

Man you are an OG subscriber haha that is awesome you remember that😂

[@outoftheboxwoodworks7560]

Im torn between picking up a wr250r or the crf250l. I think your really doing a good job persuading me to get the Honda. Ill never be this good, sheesh

[@AdventureDaily]

If you are a taller guy and have the extra money I hear the wr is a much better bike, but the crf is still a plenty capable machine and a super smooth bike!

[@crf250ltrailriding3]

Out Of The Box WoodWorks just gotta get out there and try your luck. You learn and get better from experience friend. The best part of it all is that learning is soo fun

[@joehop5780]

WR!!! 30lbs lighter, 8 more ponies, better suspension... steeper price tag tho

[@billcotton1551]

Man , you were flying on those trails!

[@AdventureDaily]

Thanks Bill we had a blast!

[@audiogarden21]

I need to get down to Wayne. Never been yet even though I've had my WR since last April. Where are you guys located? I'm southeast of Columbus off 270.

[@AdventureDaily]

Central area not far at all! We will have to go sometime.

[@audiogarden21]

You damn skippeh!

[@TinyRides]

Wicked video mate, those trails look sick mate. Deffo need to see if I could get a ride on a dual sport bike.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Tiny! It was so much fun, you can ride mine if you were closer!

[@TinyRides]

@@AdventureDaily That would be so cool, could of done a dual vlog on a dual sport :p haha that would be sick.

[@deborahchesser7375]

Down at Wayne, that’s my neck of the woods, I’ll have to try and find you guys some day, we’ll see how far behind you can leave me on my IT200

[@warrenyeager5711]

Great video, man you were cruising through those trails! I would probably have wiped out dozens of times.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Warren! I can't wait to get back out there, hope you stick around here on the channel!

[@BarnStangz]

WNF looks pretty solid, not as wild as Hat Field, but I'll have to get down there on my Beta some day! We can meet up and you can show me the cool trails now! LOL!

[@AdventureDaily]

It was a blast! I still want to make it out to Hat Field with ya sometime but yes I would love to rip up Wayne!

[@kyjelly5524]

You ride the piss out if that bike dude. Bad ass. You guys are fast

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you sir!

[@kurtkohler3064]

Great video! Nice riding I was just down there 2 weeks ago on my crf250l . Heading back in November. Does your 250l have stock suspension.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Kurt! And nice I am hooked now can't wait to go back, and yes my L has stock suspension and I am running the Kenda Trakmaster👍🏻

[@Kierron85]

Great riding man! You made the CRF look real good! Any mods done to the bike other than the tyres?

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you I appreciate it! It's a great bike with the right mods, I have a full skid plate, different gearing I believe and the spark arrestor removed.

[@tjlovesrachel]

Attention Deficit shouldn’t have said that since your riding on state trails lolll just saying

[@waldo9254]

As a rider with no dirt experience, is sticking the leg out going through a turn meant for balance or does the foot ever touch like a pivot point? Seems like a good way to f up you knee but I know dirt riders do this all the time so....?

[@jimmyrgv]

That CRF is an awesome bike for the price , great riding too by the way.

[@bonezbeatzz2479]

Do you suggest anything other than a skid plate that you ABSOLUTELY NEED to add to this bike for offroading if the dealership does not have it on the bike originally?

[@cr4fun825]

damn that looks like lot of fun :)

[@nolanporter8612]

looking into getting one of these. do you still have the factory gears or did you switch?

[@someofthebeans1814]

Dirt bikes! Yay! Looks like a blast.

[@AdventureDaily]

It was so much fun, definitely need to get a dedicated trail bike now.

[@MotoMantooth]

nice man, tearing it up already :) I need to get out to the national forest and rip some trails after I get my jet kit installed. Surprised that bike is so heavy, my wr450f is only 273 with a full tank.

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you and you definitely do it was a blast! I am looking to get a dedicated trail bike now after this trip, it is definitely a pig but plenty capable.

[@okinawanah3463]

i had to turn the volume down when he was breathing so people don't get the wrong idea

[@AdventureDaily]

😂😂

[@Misiekgren]

Well... Looks like I'm getting a 250L lol

[@yamkaw346]

You get one?

[@Misiekgren]

@@yamkaw346 I had one, rode it a little, but couldn't justify keeping it, I work lots and have other priorities so.. unfortunately had to let it go.

[@KevDoesStuff]

hey man, what gear do you usually hill climb in?

[@stephendicke6495]

Have you or do you know of anyone who has installed an IMS 3.5 Gal Fuel tank with the flatland radiator guard?

[@stephendicke6495]

On a 2020 CRF250L ABS: Do I need longer cables if I use a riser? My choices are 1", 2", and 3.5". With each of those do I need longer cables?

[@stephendicke6495]

I am 6' 5". What size risers should I use?

[@stephendicke6495]

Also: Where do I get longer cables?

[@kimber1911]

Which part of the trail system is that? Where is the trail head?

[@Rah1381]

Part 1 awesome😊

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you Rah!!

[@OhioGuy82]

Which trail system did you ride??? I’m literally 20 minutes from a Wayne National trail head.

[@AdventureDaily]

Honestly I have no idea lol! Can you tell where we are in the beginning?

[@OhioGuy82]

Attention Deficit I wanna say the Nelsonville area. I’m way down near Ironton.

[@blockeduser5769]

From watching you staying with the 450 *(In this environment)* I can see the 450 is moving thru the stuff at lower rpms hence appears more stable , the 250 more squirrely. I'm sure you could of put the screws to him and made it a battle xD It can also have a little to do with experence and driving styles and exuberance xD... But thats my take from watching... The 450 seems more calm and stable since its operating at lower rpms. But I still think the 250 is more nimble and a better choice for trails , unless you're a really big guy and need way more torque to get thru ... My back yard is almost big enough xD But Where I live in NE Ohio Forest Preserve Dicks apparently think forest preserves and trails are only for bicyclers and bird watchers so it makes no sense for me to buy a dual sport.... Wish I had trails like that to ride nearby...

[@TheBlackT7]

13 front 42 back?? What gear do you run?

[@TheGoldengreen88]

Lol those guys just sat and watched you struggle with your bike.

[@lukefish7562]

Right. 😏

[@audiogarden21]

10:39. Gets me every time, lmao.

[@brianscott9861]

Did you climb mankiller hill?

[@andrewbassett6593]

How much do you weigh? I’m 230 so I don’t know if a 250 will be sufficient enough for me.

[@jacobmiller4720]

nice video bro wayne is a nice place to ride but to groomed good for duel sport i guess

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you man and yeah that's what a lot of people say but you just have to know the right trails and do a little pioneering😂

[@isabelleryan7494]

What your gearing 13/42 ???

[@dddonuthead]

sick riding, have you ridden motocross before?

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you David! I have not but definitely would love to.

[@BikingBuddies]

Mega. I'm glad it was a slow off - I was expecting some epic fail at speed 🏍🏍 Do you find riding dirt makes you better on tarmac? I'm toying with the idea of getting a dirt bike for the winter months as they look so much fun

[@AdventureDaily]

Yes it definitely could have been worse but made for a good video title😂 Absolutely you have so many other variables off road that you learn to compensate for and can then take that knowledge to the streets and apply it in different ways. I would definitely recommend it Paul it is an absolute blast!

[@stephendicke6495]

What tires do you run now?

[@blockeduser5769]

A 20'ft peice of strap with a hook on one end attached to your belt for *recovery* would help you get it back up if its hangin off the side of a mudslide upside down xD

[@maximlevesque9916]

man i swear the torque look unreal compared to the klx250 🤔 way better power band for this type of riding in my opinion even if the crf250l is heavier, on video it make it look way easier way more bottom and huge midrange

[@MotoStrikerUnit7]

next time when it gos on its side like that just make it _ to the the hill like a T rear brake side up left it a little turn it on put in neural if you can with front brake held on this whole time once you get it like V with you half on it point front down hill move from holding front to holding rear put in first go a little quick it start to make bike point down hill after that just cost down i do it all the time lol

[@AdventureDaily]

Nice I'll have to give that a try next time 👍🏻

[@kyjelly5524]

It’s exhausting picking a bike up on a hill like that.

[@AdventureDaily]

It really is!

[@JacksonOffroad25]

What all mods are done to your 250L

[@AdventureDaily]

Tires, Gearing, Seat, Exhaust, EJK, Hand Guards, etc.

[@chuckbowen4334]

I say get them both...one is good for casual riding..the other is more spirited. The CRF250L I have is good for 99 percent of my riding.

[@AdventureDaily]

The 450L is way too expensive for me but I am definitely getting a dedicated trail bike after this trip..

[@ripmax333]

Attention Deficit did you considered the beta Xtrainer? Awesome machine, highly recommended.

[@blank7561]

What's the one percent where it's not good for riding asking cause I'm considering on getting this bike

[@jimperry4420]

Where in Ohio you from? Massillon here.

[@AdventureDaily]

Just North of Columbus👍🏻

[@patrickdumont8670]

Wooot woooot !!!

[@1micYT]

Wayne is a good time

[@AdventureDaily]

Definitely a blast! Hope to see you out there this year👍🏻

[@1micYT]

@@AdventureDaily You will. I just bought a new bike. My Columbus crew will be down there, Perry or Krash.

[@markbezzy]

what front tyre is that please

[@xander2204]

What are all the mods you have on this bike, non cosmetic and only performance

[@claytons8263]

Glad that the guy on the Suzuki was ok he needs riding gear lol

[@pasir.7066]

Very nice

[@AdventureDaily]

Thank you!

[@thejohnnerparty]

You clearly have the skills. How come your not doing this on the motocross circuits for money?

[@AdventureDaily]

I appreciate that John! I definitely plan on getting into racing just not sure where to start.

[@xander2204]

What mods does this crl have

[@hmbdata]

Shit that looks like fun!

[@AdventureDaily]

It was a blast! Can't wait to go back🤘🏻

[@GaryLordsWayMinistry]

Need to get sena or something to communicate with the others in the ride, it would be so much better if that were done and they used good clean wholesome language, to make a great video. Still gave it a thumbs up though.

[@AdventureDaily]

Coming soon! I always try and keep my content as clean as possible but can't expect the same for others so I sleep out what I can, thank you for the support!

[@jeffferguson899]

I dont know how you wheelie that thing so easily

[@AdventureDaily]

Clutch in, rev it up, pull up on the bars and dump the clutch in one motion👍🏻

[@ianc2087]

Ayyy

[@sourciety]

I saw CRF250L’s at this bike meetup and they’re huge compared to me 😂 no wonder it was difficult to get it back up

[@AdventureDaily]

That's awesome and yes they are big bikes! Actually the smallest bike in this group but the heaviest😂

[@Mavic3_Classic]

the ‚Stop‘ sign ... ?

[@AdventureDaily]

Where?

[@marsbambino3725]

Lol “I kill switched myself”.. I would’ve definitely stalled

[@AdventureDaily]

About 10ft from the top too lol😂

[@yessure5291]

10:34 330 pounds - try an Africa Twin at 530 pounds :))) Looks like a great place to ride.

[@AdventureDaily]

Now that's a beast of a bike!

[@yessure5291]

@@AdventureDaily The AT is great for highway - great for open gravel roads - not great for single track forests

[@sloan4764]

Maybe you just can’t hill climb xd ( don’t get mad people I being sarcastic) + good job man keep up the great vids