Honda, what have you done here? 2022 CRF250RX seen like never before

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I'll tell you exactly what Honda has done with this bike. They have made a really fun dirt bike to ride. It's got plenty of power. It is stable and balanced. It's got pretty good valving in the forks until you start hitting some square edges out here in the desert at slower speeds. It's got a pretty good front brake, but tends to be a little grabby at times.
The bike has so much potential and I really, really love how it makes me feel when I'm riding it. I do wish honda would have put a 6 speed in this bike, but overall, I really like this machine.
On this outing, I've also got the 450RX with me and will be able to ride them both on the same loop back to back. Stay tuned for more content from this day!
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[@alexs8312]

this was some of the best camerawork I've seen on a dirt biking video. To be able to record from above and then get your point of view really made me want to get on my bike and take some trails tomorrow. Well done.

[@spandexlover96]

Your footage between drone and GoPro commentary is incredible. I don’t think there’s a better setup for this content.

[@TheMocard]

Just epic footage and video edit with audio overlay. It's perfect !! Now that trail .. wow.. that's a beauty .. I'd love to ride something like that ! Thank you for sharing .. really well done !

[@mikeh.4087]

Great video. I know it is a lot of work to put all that together like that but i appreciate all the effort.

[@hexhead5732]

Thank you Kyle for trying out these Hondas I was really looking forward to it👍

[@zacharydahlke2228]

Super sick drone footage. Your filming game has gone from "ok" to insane over the years! Good work!

[@richardhartley1705]

Love your drone videos nice riding too on both bikes 👍👍

[@brandonreeves7920]

4 strokes are a little heavier and feel far more planted than 2 strokes, but you still ride playfully on that 4 stroke, I love it!!

[@707studios]

Love the interplay between the drone and Go Pro footage!

[@ShaunKjar]

Great video! That looks like an incredible trail!

[@YT1344]

amazing scenery and cinematography!

[@prestonthomas9406]

Glad to see the drone footage. Nice

[@sirdeeznutz9718]

Was just out there the other day. Cool video 🤘

[@desertdrz7618]

I’m curious what gets you tired out more quickly the 250rx, 450rx or the xcw or xc.. great vid I used to have the ‘19 250rx

[@yukonjon5964]

keeping your clutch adjusted so it disengages just before the lever hits the grip, will result in a stronger grip on the bike and reduce arm pump.

[@BSm2919]

The drone shots in this video were great! It's got to be terrifying having that thing following you when there are cliffs/rocks and water nearby.

[@chrispederson4157]

Which drone do use. I mavic pro and it doesn’t track that good.

[@ianthompson9653]

@@chrispederson4157 It is the Skydio

[@bradl45]

nice riding area !! Drone footage always excellent, have you lost any drones? I haven't tried to get footage from a drone yet.

[@bobmeyers1485]

Kyle, Very good job navigating that terrain.

[@WASemiHardEnduro]

Whoever made that trail sure missed a ton of fun-looking rocky canyons and washes! I'd spend all my time down in those.

[@bryanweaver9565]

Excellent footage, as always. Quick question: do you "burn in" brakes on new bikes? A half dozen or so high-speed, heavy applications of the brakes can help alleviate some of the grabbiness (if that's a word). Also, the 450's rotating mass may also be offsetting some of the 250's grabby tendencies. One more Q: have you tested identical bikes in different environments? I'm curious if your reviews may differ in areas closer to sea level and in tight, wooded confines.

[@stmboat]

East coast! East coast!!!!

[@MathewsGuitarWorks]

Man that thing sounds good!

[@sergioferreiraescobarlatam4555]

Great ride!!!!!

[@gambitplays9292]

Great work dbc

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Thank you so much 😀

[@endurox1481]

Terrific video Kyle

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Thank you!

[@JALBAGARAGE]

Have you had any issues on cold starts. I let Mine sit 1-2 days and it keeps getting flooded even with the cold start lever on or off can’t figure it out.

[@ryanjenkins8728]

Would love to know how this compares to the KX250X you recently had, if I recall you really liked the KX.

[@terracoilGuy]

Great terrain. Where is this? I've got a CRF250x from a lot more years ago, it might want to go there.

[@furyss1tv184]

Great ride.

[@timothymiller1980]

How do you install the frame gaurds on the 250rx?

[@BforVendetta6]

Cool drone footage.

[@bayareadirtbiking249]

Nice color grading job between Skydio and GoPro footage👍

[@chrispederson4157]

What drone are you using. Works good. My mavic pro doesn’t track that good. Which mode do you use.

[@HorsepowerHouse]

I just got a 2023 250RX. Good bike. ;)

[@ap1986]

Man you have to tell me what drone your using. This was some great footage!

[@Mr.shadoe]

Skydio is the brand. I think he’s using the Skydio 2? Tracks a controller he keeps on bike. Pretty rad 🤘

[@perry1763]

Would love to see you review the new Yamaha WR250R!

[@corydehning5671]

what drone are you using? The footage was seem less enough between your helmet and drone to look like the same type of camera.

[@Mr10usdad]

I would love to know how this compares to the 2023 KTM 300 fuel injected two stroke.

[@riderlife9937]

What kind of handguards do you do use??

[@Kilvington_racing]

Hey man did you put an hour meter on? If so where did you put it

[@scavenger-wj8bu]

Once u go with a hydraulic clutch it hard to go back to cable

[@westcoastsingletrack7854]

Are you gonna test out the billetron?

[@brittonercanbrack7918]

Where in Utah are you riding looks like a fun trail?

[@L1nctech]

I'd be cool to see you have a Yamaha YZ250FX to compare this back to back...

[@levis.9408]

How does this compare to the kawi kx250?

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Skydio is awesome! As well as this bike!

[@sxfwilson6603]

Witch 250f have preferred so far

[@tomballesteros4673]

Nice machine. I live in Tucson Az. I’ve been trying to buy a 250 Rx or a Yamaha FX ,, since the start of Covid. I haven’t been able to buy one. Tucson has only one Honda dealer. No Yamaha dealers.. You can’t even order one. Summer is coming in Arizona. Ridding season is almost over with. Maybe I can get one in 2023😩

[@dathonlawler81]

Hey Kyle. We’ve made our way out to Moab and are searching for some single track. Any way you could bird dog us?

[@rodneysherwin4489]

WHERE IS THIS VIDEO SHOT @ ? I WANT TO GO THERE MYSELF FROM RENO,NEVADA.. T.U. EXCELLENT ANTI ..

[@caritadanielsson3027]

Is it booring with short gears on open trails

[@blabla9845]

Just curious, how tall and how much does the rider weigh?

[@user-zd4kq6lb9k]

Where are you riding today?

[@commanderroddi7742]

The CRF450X (not RX, just X) has a six speed, but nto sure there is a 250 version of that bike). THink the dual sport (300L or RL) has a six speed though.

[@michaelhummer2608]

Where is that place ?

[@billypulsipher7313]

Rear shock is kicking, seems a bit stiff. Try opening the high speed see if you can get it to balance out.

[@rinodivano3565]

I agree 100%..! Dunno how he's able to ride that thing.. I'd add some rebound to it.

[@thomastjg53]

The high speed may need to open up some.

[@CynicalDad81]

Dude that drone tho…😮

[@gambitplays9292]

Best bike hands down

[@DirtBikeChannel]

It's fun, to be sure.

[@gambitplays9292]

@@chadrides914 depends what you use it for

[@jprStripes78]

Think the CRF450X and 2250X (not the RX) have 6 speed, lights, and to me seem like the KTM's "W" (they also have a 6 speed wide ratio transmition as far as I know) I was looking at the CRF450X, but ended getting a KTM instead.

[@mathieu6514able]

The older 450x had 5 gears and all the 250x had 5 gears as well (wideratio). Only the newer 450x and the 450L/RL has 6 gears.

[@heynow3788]

The Honda 450X, 450RL, and 250L have 6 speeds. You may not consider the 250L a dirt bike though. The 450X and RL share the same motor

[@chrisvozza6530]

Sweet loop

[@cuddlez.]

That’s my kind of single track!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Yes, it's a fun area to be sure.

[@gregrichard1162]

@@DirtBikeChannel What trail is this?

[@bradbaublitz9046]

2021 Honda 300L has 6 speed manual trans.

[@RCTurbo79]

350's Honda! We need 350's!! 😅

[@UltraSS-nj8kd]

They have a 400rx model aftermarket option.

[@RCTurbo79]

@@UltraSS-nj8kd yeah...but it's not a 350!

[@UltraSS-nj8kd]

@Ry Cullen you're not a true HONDA Rider then. 350 are for those orange commies lovers 🐲. I had the 98 Honda #XR400 and I'll tell you right now the new redmoto CRF400RX will be Superior. 🤙

[@RCTurbo79]

@@UltraSS-nj8kd Not true man,I love my 250R..Best machine ever...but I'd like to see a 350 to smash those Scandinavian overpriced bikes out the park..That Honda enough for ya?! 🔴🤘

[@mmaaddict78]

I wish the Japanese manufacturers would come out with some hard enduro models. They have some good hairscrable bikes, but most people these days want hard enduro bikes for trail riding.

[@WestNebraskaAdventureChannel]

The 450X and 450RL are both 6 speed trannies. I wish they would bring the 250X back with a six speed tranny and lighting.

[@mathieu6514able]

Yes, and with a proper gauge.

[@ronald8673]

with the cost of mfg&materials you would be looking at a $11,000 bike, slightly less than a KTM.. Honda says the profit margin in that market is too small

[@WestNebraskaAdventureChannel]

@@ronald8673 The 450RL is $9999. They could produce a 250X cheaper than the 450RL.

[@STONEDARTphotos]

I sold my 250X after riding a 250f for a while. Yes, not as much power but the f does everything at half the price.

[@dregsta]

I canceled my 250f pre order for a 250 rx. The suspension is the main cause.

[@H8er-Maker]

I enjoy your content so don't take this the wrong way. If you were to ask me the voice over is much better than hearing you try to speak while riding. I can barely communicate while riding, I would never try to narrate while I'm doing it.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Noted. I like having a mix, but I really like to have my own thoughts "in the moment" and this is really only accomplished by recording while I'm riding. Pros and cons about both methods, and with over 1000 videos now, I've done both a fair amount.

[@cuddlez.]

I disagree. While I enjoy the voice over at times, I like hearing what Kyle has to say in real time, as well as listening to the motor rev. Makes me feel like I’m right there with him as if I was riding shotgun.

[@cuddlez.]

@@DirtBikeChannel if you only ever did the voice over, we’d never have gotten to experience the “Holy Shizballs” as it happened. 😃

[@Bf0st3r]

@@DirtBikeChannel I like the comments while riding, but I think a short follow up of what you thought about the ride/bike at the truck would be cool.

[@nick_401]

Great video, especially with those drone shots! But for my liking switching between GoPro and drone was a bit too often... I think it would be even better if you'd stay with one for at least 10sec and then switch

[@RicardoFerreiraGarcia]

You could do the same on 125 cc

[@henricusrealms8411]

The CRF300L has a six-speed gearbox, so they could put one in the 250rx.

[@MathewsGuitarWorks]

How badass would a 350RX be?!?!

[@r12clark]

The 450X has a 6 speed gearbox.

[@r_s_enduro]

My 22 year old XR has six speed

[@peterjames9610]

Nice, bullet proof as well.

[@chongorlz9716]

It looks like the rear end is to bouncy. Maybe speed up the rebound a bit? Looks very unsettled .

[@ronald8673]

oversprung and too much compression damping

[@chongorlz9716]

@@ronald8673 Something needs to be done for sure. I agree with you. Looks like a motocross suspension to me 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@m3hsid10]

Wouldn't speeding up rebound cause the shock to unload even more aggressively and cause even more bounce/kick?

[@chongorlz9716]

@@m3hsid10 I would think it would keep the back wheel on the ground more. Speeding up the rebound returns the tire to the ground quicker.

[@yukonjon5964]

At first i thought it needs stiffer rebound in the rear, but you may be right. either way, its clearly not balanced between compression and rebound. too much motion for the terrain and speeds shown. how about... more low speed compression to slow the bouncing, less hi speed compression to help on the rocks, and less rebound to keep it from packing. maybe too, the stiff fork valving is messing up the rear action. its reacting to the front not settling in, so is squatting more at the back. if so, raise the fork tubes, lessen rear sag and put on a longer chain to get the wheelbase out another inch. I have really made handling gains by keeping the chain tensioner all the way back towards the axle stop, by using different length chains as they wear. makes the bike longer and puts more weight on the fork. Honda just shortened this chassis by an inch, so doing this could be key for all 22 250's, plus 21 and 22 450"s.

[@midgetmoney1]

Looks like a good bike for non tech riding. Otherwise, 2 smoker all the way!

[@-BC.]

My '17 CRF250L has a 6 speed I'm pretty sure the 450L has a 6 speed as well not sure why they didn't use this transmission in the X bikes.

[@robertlambert7906]

They did my 2022 crf450x has 6 speed

[@axis1603]

The CRF450x has a six speed transmission. Maybe you could try one of those sometime. I can’t decide between that one and the WR450f. Either way keep up the good work. 😎

[@DirtBikeChannel]

I didn't realize they still had that transmission in that bike. I've ridden a couple of them in the past, but they were the carb versions of the bike.

[@shannonscott5788]

I honestly don’t think you need a 6th gear unless your dual sporting on street or in dessert over 55mph plus. Nobody I ride with uses or needs a 6th gear except when we ride our street bikes.

[@scootypuffjr.]

@@shannonscott5788 there isn't much of a downside to having six gears so why not?

[@robertlambert7906]

@@scootypuffjr. I got the 2022 crf450x with vortex from TD and fmf and this bike has more power now then I need it does come stock all chocked up and restricted but the min you open her up and change the ecu and smogg shit it’s right there with the rx just has lights and 6 speed soon gonna get the stage 2

[@tcmx712]

@@robertlambert7906 weighs significantly more (30lbs) and the steering geometry is different so the R is alot more nimble vs the X. To fit the 6th gear they had to widen the case as well which probably isn't that noticeable if you just have an X but if you rode both you can definitely notice it. It's also based off the prior generation aswell so all in all I'd take the rx anyday and chuck a set of lights on if needed

[@64maxpower]

Wait until you ride out east. You won't be looking for a 6th gear too often.

[@dirtbikesicehockey4788]

I can't see how anyone can go wrong on a 250 4T. Seems like it has enough power for any skill level.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Yep. You can't go wrong with this bike, or any of the 250 four strokes on the market in this class. I did have fun on both bikes (450 and 250) out here and I'll get into that more as time goes on. They were both good for different reasons.

[@seanwahl1000]

It's a little soft if you're over 180lbs.

[@humpday2267]

@@seanwahl1000 that can be fixed. It’s good to be setup well on your bikes anyways as far as suspension valving goes.

[@jasonswanson5630]

@@humpday2267 Still be fixed for a beginner thats 285 pounds?

[@humpday2267]

@@jasonswanson5630 yes for sure you’d just need the correct springs for your weight and probably some valving would help for sure. It all depends on what type of riding you do, weight etc.

[@scottfoster3548]

YOU KNOW i have no idea where you are riding AND i am seeing thousands of new dirt bike videos shot similar to yours (OH and yours is a great informative video) BUT I AM WARNING ALL OF YOU..... You guys look exactly like we did in the 60`s and 70` here in So CAL, yes we use to be able to ride from our garage to the hills and ride all day, for miles basically from Yorba Linda to Riverside, all HOMES and residential streets NOW. There was a time where you could race Ascott, Thursday, Corona(my first race) Friday then the weekend there were multiple tracks, Saddleback, Escape Country, De Anza and some trippy mini bike parks in Cypress ALL GONE except for a few AND I NEVER SEE DIRT BIKES IN TRUCKS IN THE OC ANYMORE, maybe 1 or 2. MEANING soon all of you will see the end as well ITS INIEVITABLE and I don't know how to stop it. SO enjoy all of you BECAUSE just like me HERE in the OC IT WILL ALL BE GONE SHORTLY.......

[@motofunk1]

The pattern is amazing isn't it. They close a riding area do to some made up reason, then 20 years later they put houses on it.

[@scottfoster3548]

@@motofunk1 10-4 the SICK part is in 1969 we saw the hills being destroyed and SCREMED stop. Mother Earth would rather have dirt bikes than more people and development AND PROVES MODERNS` don't care about the environment as well. OH we also screamed in 1974 that all should drive manual 4 cylinder trucks and we would not be in the current energy crisis. BUT it seems you are aware AND I hope you guys can do something differently than my LOVELY So Cal....

[@kaufkanoff69]

You're leaving a few thousand rpms on the table. They scream... let her eat

[@DirtBikeChannel]

haha, time and place. It does scream, but this motor is a little more "flat" on the top end than both Yami, and Kawi I've recently had.

[@dustieolson7513]

@@DirtBikeChannel my rx would absolutely smash the Fx on the top end rap it till it hits the limiter I’ll bet you be real surprised

[@yukonjon5964]

@@DirtBikeChannel ECU map one actually makes more power in the higher RPM's, so try that if you get into faster sections.

[@gcb9795]

Yes those front brakes are 100% a bit grabby😬

[@internetuser3748]

What do you mean by grabby?

[@gcb9795]

@@internetuser3748 They work REALLY WELL🤘😎

[@robertlambert7906]

I have 2022 crf450x vortex fmf smogg delete and 6speed tranny

[@scavenger-wj8bu]

I think I'll stay with the ktm 300

[@JG7Racer]

The Title did not get answered in the content. ⚡😬

[@bensmith8125]

If Honda made a 350 version of this bike it would be perfect for gncc and enduros

[@chadrides914]

If Honda made a 2stroke 300 version you mean…..

[@bensmith8125]

@@chadrides914 lol yes

[@cokecruzb]

Both please!!

[@scootypuffjr.]

@@chadrides914 with a six speed

[@mikeguliz]

THE 450RL HAS 6 SPEED

[@L1nctech]

The CRF450X has a 6 speed... So does the CRF300L...

[@saculgaam69]

450x has a six speed

[@AdvGuru]

a comparison of the bikes would have been nice. you seemed to spend all your time talking about stuff you can, and need to, adjust

[@Randy_Cox]

Cant even ride at speed in 4th gear......immediately makes comment about needing 6 gears.🤣🤣

[@nikolasgibson3438]

6th gear would be nice

[@UltraSS-nj8kd]

I need a 8-speed or CVT 🐲

[@Randy_Cox]

@Nikolas Gibson for what? We both know your not skilled enough to ride offroad pinned in 5th, what is 6th gonna add besides weight and cost?

[@justinpeterson8754]

The 450x has a 6 speed tranny.

[@1991enduro]

Honda are shite nowadays and I am a fan honestly I love Honda but no six speed tranny no 2 strokes and made and produces in Thailand no no thanks lol I went European last year and haven't looked back cheers Italians BETA

[@yukonjon5964]

Hey everyone!!! Watch out for the stupid SCAMMER who uses Kyle's logo plus a WhatsApp phone number!!! They will say you have won a bike and later want money for a small shipping fee. Don't do it!

[@CarterCassedy]

First

[@DirtBikeChannel]

nice