How does a Yamaha TW 200 handle a 10mile hard(ish) enduro loop?

[@wc7568]

xr400, beta xtrainer and tw200? this dude knows what's up. goated bike selection

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you, I’m lucky to be able to get my hands on all of them!

[@autismion]

wish i had an xr400 with a lectron/smartcarb over a fuel injected beta that keeps having problems at altitude

[@wc7568]

@@autismion i've been mulling over getting a clean, low hr xr4 and pulling the engine to do an electric start conversion. that would really be an amazing machine!

[@innerverse1809]

​@wc7568 Make sure the valves are adjusted, you have a fresh plugs and proper jetting and the kickstart will work fine.

[@steveh7823]

Weight is a big issue, I find with my DR200 that I become very aware of its weight on single track trails. It's the main reason I think about old 2-strokes. They are way lighter, less tiring on the arms and shoulders, accelerate to the power band faster and just more fun. Plus there's the 'MX' soundtrack of 2 stroke.

[@Garage2Trail]

Yes for sure, this bike carry’s all its weight down low so when it does get hung up on obstacles it makes it a little trickier. I can do this loop on my Beta in roughly 40 mins at a normal pace and it doesn’t wear me out. Low weight and snappy power does wonders!

[@michaeldavison430]

I think i may have enjoyed this video more than any of your others (and I enjoy all of them), seeing a low performance bike run through technical terrain by a good rider who's also trying to minimize damage as a real owner (not utuber) would be makes for some serious enjoyment. Thank you!

[@Garage2Trail]

That’s awesome, thanks! Glad you liked it…I just can’t bring myself to beat up any bike…especially for clicks and views!

[@ultimatercadventures9167]

So good to see a TW on this trail. I just got one after a few years of not riding and am in love! I find if I try to ride it hard, it spits me off and if you just sit back and let it cruise through a trail it really does well. I noticed the same thing in rocks, you just don't feel them like you do on a motocross or other trail bikes. Enjoying your 10 mile loop and watched your XR 400 vid recently too.

[@Garage2Trail]

Awesome, thanks for watching! It’s a great bike for cruising like you said. As soon as you try to ride it aggressively, it will put you in your place lol. Even though I had to skip a couple spots, it still surprised me. I think with a different set of knobs and gearing, it would be able to do the whole thing aside from still dealing with some clearance issues.

[@notsorare]

I found that engine to be very forgiving and , with the right gearing , quite happy to lug very low down in the revs in second going up steep

[@upchuckchops]

That little bike held up pretty well. I've wondered about them in the past. They look kind of cool too.

[@Garage2Trail]

Yeah I was really surprised by this bike. Extremely capable for what it is and there is nothing else like it out there.

[@chadswaim1099]

Amazing trail? Where is that? WV, PA? I have an old TW too. Cool little bike!

[@Garage2Trail]

Thanks! These are in PA. Very versatile bike.

[@Anthonyhancock71]

Sweet. That was a good ride 🍻🍻👍

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you! 🍻

[@DJ-kh8if]

Your a great rider! That was a heck of a trial you put that TW through. I have one, but I don't do that kind of stuff anymore, just beat's the snot out of you. Right side mirrors are counter clockwise threads on these, that's why you couldn't get it off ha ha. Need to get some bigger foot pegs on it, Tusk makes some nice one's for it I put on mine, more comfort and stability. I wasn't planning on watching your whole video, but I did, really kept me watching. Great job on the vlog!!

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you! I was trying clockwise and counterclockwise thinking maybe it was reverse threads or something but I think it was corroded to the perch 😆. I appreciate the tips and sitting through the entire thing!

[@Skidderoperator]

Brake shoes are glazed. Need sanded.

[@Garage2Trail]

Yup, this one is my brothers bike…he can do that. I have plenty to work on 😉

[@Skidderoperator]

@@Garage2Trail Stock front tires made too much for hiway. Changed mine for a more agressive one after owning it 2 weeks. Got tired of losing the front end, downhill in loose stuff. 😡

[@cainbeeping8480]

Well that’s why the bikes we love look like they do LOL.

[@Garage2Trail]

Lol that’s true!

[@wc7568]

54 or 55t rear is the way to go with the tw. makes 2nd gear super usable and 1st is a stump puller. you can still hit 60 and cruise at 55mph if that matters to ya. shinko sr241 front aired down to 8psi and the rear to 6-7psi makes these things unstoppable!

[@Garage2Trail]

That’s good to know! I’ll let my brother know to maybe try that if he plans on riding more woods with it. Thanks for sharing!

[@wc7568]

@@Garage2Trail Awesome, yeah most people end up going from stock 50t to 47t for street use but it barely helps. It'll never be a freeway/highway cruiser so might as well go short and be able to rip technical stuff. just rode 6-8k ft rocky single track in the sierras near south lake tahoe this weekend. always a treat!

[@gixxer750r3]

Every time I see a hill, gulley or whatever and I think, “I don’t know about this one” but I do it anyway, I end up regretting it. My TDub is awesome on all kinds of terrain but it DOES have its limits. I have learned to trust my brain more than the bike. Great video, though.

[@Garage2Trail]

Thanks man! It’s definitely a great bike but I was pushing it to its limits that ride. I think with just a simple gearing change with the front sprocket maybe and it would have handled it all

[@LaVernSkarzenski]

Nice video. Looked like a pretty good workout. I've been told at 72 yrs. old, and 5'4", a TW is what I need. It does have low seat height, but for now I'll stick with my '75 Honda TL250, and A 2008 Honda CRF150f. The CRF has electric start which is easier on my knee than the TL250's kick starter. One question about your videos, most of them at times show what appears to be risers with manhole covers on them. It seems they appear several different spots. In the low areas, in the high areas. What are they? Thanks again for the video.

[@Garage2Trail]

Thank you! Yeah it is a good upper body workout for sure. That sounds like it’s the perfect bike for you then. They are great bikes for shorter people not looking to get into the crazy enduro stuff. The fact they are street legal and can go pretty much anywhere off-road and require the bare minimum with maintenance is key for most. Thanks for tuning in and sharing!

[@d.brayman3165]

TWs are such good trail bikes, for normal sized humans. I'm part Sasquatch so I can't really ride them, but have friends who take them on weekend adventure rides. Great video!

[@Garage2Trail]

Yes, for sure! Great apocalypse bikes. Super reliable and will go almost anywhere and never leave you stranded. Thanks!

[@wc7568]

2" bar risers make a massive difference for tall folks!!

[@Garage2Trail]

@@wc7568 that ain’t me or my brother….We are both roughly 5’8” 😆

[@wc7568]

@@Garage2Trail they're great for normal height riders too!! i'm only 5'10" and rock 2in risers. they make a huge difference being able to stand up and ride techincal terrain.

[@Garage2Trail]

I did notice while standing I was hunched over. I’m sure that would help with the arm pump I was getting too!

[@lemontek]

Looking forward to it until the squeeky brakes. Had to go. I haven't the patience you ask for. Get it fixed...

[@Garage2Trail]

😆 just mute it 😉

[@SwPiotrek]

This TW200 looks to nice to be taken to the forest.

[@stevemason775]

TW200 or CRF300L Would you pick 1 over the other for trails and logging roads, and why? Seems everything on the TW200 has to be upgraded to make it more enjoyable and practical, but about $3k cheaper.

[@Garage2Trail]

Hi Steve, I can’t give an opinion on the CRF but I’m sure the TW would handle any of that with no problem. The CRF I would guess be able to do it faster but that’s just an assumption. The TW is a super comfortable and reliable bike that is extremely capable for that kind of stuff. I do know that.

[@derweibhai]

Not a terrible bike, they just aren't "really good" at anything. The resale value is good for some reason. They always bring good money used.

[@Garage2Trail]

Yeah that’s a fair assessment. It does most things you need it to do but not the best at any one thing. They are just so accessible for beginners and people that just want to cruise and explore with a reliable bike that requires the bare minimum of maintenance which probably explains the resale values.

[@rdbjr52]

add to that us old guys, that limit ourselves to fire roads and two tracks. It’s all we really need. Going fast anywhere is long in our past.

[@nonameinfl]

Wow, at 1:00:18 you can really tell how steep that hill is!

[@paulthompson8613]

No need to go to the gym what a workout I would have to take a tea break half way some nice saves in some sketchy situations.

[@Garage2Trail]

Lol that’s right! Why go lift weights when you can ride a motorcycle AND workout your upper body at the same time 😆. And thanks, I’m just happy I didn’t break anything on my brothers bike!

[@jamesdewer]

SQEEEEEEEEEMSQEEEEEEEE BRO!

[@jamesclark9232]

I'm thinking about selling my Surron Ultra Bee for a TW200.

[@Garage2Trail]

The TW is a whole other animal! I like my brothers a lot.

[@wxr4001]

First and last bike you buy😊

[@notsorare]

The idle is also too high If you drop it down to the minimum you will find going downhill is a breeze using engine braking and very little if any rear brake

[@Garage2Trail]

I’ll have to give that a try next time I’m on that bike. Thanks!

[@notsorare]

Why do you declutch going down hill !

[@Garage2Trail]

Sometimes I don’t need or want the engine braking. There’s a lot of engine braking with this bike. I just wasn’t used to it as I don’t ride it much. It’s my brother’s bike.

[@Skidderoperator]

Stock front tire is crap. Washes out in loose dirt.

[@Garage2Trail]

I can vouch for that! 😆

[@derweibhai]

They handle weird and completely lack any kind of power. Suspension is crap too.

[@Garage2Trail]

It’s was definitely an adjustment to ride this loop with this bikes power delivery and handling characteristics with those tires, but I was able to adapt (for the most part) 😆

[@notsorare]

But the places they can go with a rider that knows how to ride them!

[@Cutiesville]

Stupid!