I Am In Love!! 2020 YZ250FX | Rocket Ship to a New Dimension

[@stadce]

So refreshing seeing you ride something other than a KTM/Beta. I have always been a fan of the YZ/YZF bikes.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

This is my 6th Yamaha. I've done like 15 other bikes. Welcome!

[@RoughRidersTV]

Agree. It is nice to see something new in the mix.

[@RobertKehl]

There are days 4-strokes feel good and there are days 2-strokes feel good on the trail. But four strokes always feel more planted with much less wheel slip. And 2-strokes always feel lighter on the trail.

[@RoughRidersTV]

@Richard Misorski I had an 08WR and it was a great bike. It was a little on the heavy side but still way fun to ride. I have a YZ250F that I just bought but not had it out yet. I am thinking the 250FX is a great blend of the YZ and WR with that incredible Yamaha reliability.

[@trevor866]

Videos like this is why the 2 stroke vs 4stroke debate is useless. You will always find a bike in both tiers that you will enjoy. Both are fun to ride and both have their strengths.

[@fasteddie737]

Dude, for a lot of us, who barely get to ride, it's like that everytime we ride, no matter what bike or trail. Glad you remember the feeling.

[@jackbauer9347]

This is the most excited I've seen Kyle in years! I love it. Another old school type video form DBC. You always go back to who you were when you were young.

[@mxoldtimer4braaappp858]

I pick my 2021 yz250fx up this weekend.excited like a kid at age 61

[@bubbadurel3783]

I think you just changed my mind, from the 250x, to the 250fx. I have always ridden 4 strokes growing up, with the exception of my 93 KDX 200 which is currently in the rebuild process. Your excitement and explanation of how you felt is 100% how I feel when I throw my leg over any bike and hit the trails. I really appreciate this video! Please keep doing what you're doing!

[@jeremymcconnell491]

I don’t comment ever on social media. I’ve been watching your channel since almost the beginning. Your enthusiasm in this video and the actual noticeable confidence was rad.

[@terrywilson1362]

I have a 19 yz250fx and don't have any problem in the technical, it's all in how good you know how to ride and that's it, the first gear is low enough for the technical and second is great for hill climbing, great bike for everything

[@Bubbleuprubberdown]

Terry Wilson I totally agree. My 17 FX is a blast. I use 1st to loft the bike. 2nd is my “1st” gear and 3rd tends to be my “2nd” gear when I’m rippin through quick flowing trails. This bike can climb so easy in 2nd. I love it.

[@twowheelpilot]

Some peoples idea of technical is very different to others however. 300 2T rules that camp. Love the Yamaha however and suspension way better out the box.

[@dirtfreek]

Your excitement, enthusiasm and shouting while riding is giving me the same feeling I get while riding just by watching your video!! Holy moly do I want to go riding right now. I 100% agree with your description of how riding makes you feel inside and out and just listening to your commentary is solidifying even more my love for dirt bikes. I may have to watch this video several times cause it is psyching me up!!!

[@nuthintoprove]

It’s called anti-squat. All bikes have it, get on the gas and the rear is stiffer. It has to do with the geometry between the counter shaft swing arm pivot and top of rear sprocket. The chain is shortest when wheel is fully extended. Having the gas on wants to extend the shock so this adds to compression. Chassis geometry directly effects it. So does sag and spring rate.

[@michaelholt3128]

When you are in the zone nothing else matters. Cool to see you having so much fun . This is why still ride after 50 . Inspiring.

[@RPeacock1128]

I have a 2019 YZ250FX and love the bike. You can adjust the MAP to your liking depending on your riding style and terrain and make the bike totally different with just a few MAP changes. I have a Torquey MAP on mine now and it can lug low in the tight trails and it still pulls hard in the open trails. Hard to stall - I can put the bike in 1st or 2nd and it lugs down low chugging without stalling. Rocky Mountain did a back to back comparison between the 2019 and 2020 YZ250FX. The 2019 is said to be more of an all around bike with softer suspension and a bit lower gearing. The 2020 is said to be more of a race bike with the new stiffer suspension and a bit different gearing. If you read the YZ forums on ThumperTalk, some early bikes had issues starting cold and fouling plugs due to a rich setting - Yamaha should have their Service Bulletin updated by now for dealers. Other than that the 2019 and 2020 are both a dream to ride with the KYB suspension and throttle response. If riders can’t get use to the snappy EFI response you can change the MAP a bit to make it calmer and install a G2 Throttle Tamer. Together it really dials in the throttle for tight woods riding.

[@lospanchos68]

I own 3 yz’s, the biggest benefit the Yamaha is they are Milatery grade as far as reliability and the fit and finish is beyond great. Good videos keep them up.

[@brydenturnbull9749]

agreed ive owned a few Yz's before 2 strokes and 4 strokes and this FX is a machine i have put it through hell and it runs beautifully i took it on MX track a few times and i messed up on a double step up table top and the bike landed on its front forks and did a few cartwheels and it didn't give me any problems with starting or anything nothing was bent or broken. I swear by the YZ250FX and yamaha

[@morley3810]

6:30-there is only one OTHER thing that gives me that feeling, and it involves the Mrs., and is not appropriate to discuss in detail on a family show. Thanks for the review, your enthusiasm was awesome 👍

[@mikeraskin7319]

I ride the full 2020 Yamaha lineup and I was most impressed by the yz250fx, it is an awesome bike

[@Minjoeman]

Today I put $100 down to reserve the next available (in May). Im pumped! I also never bought new and currently have a 2002 YZ250! Braaap!

[@masonspessard9937]

You sound so pumped, best feeling when you get something new and it works great. Seeing this bike is so good I think I’m going to buy one

[@kevinhunter8585]

I knew it was only a matter of time before Yamaha figured out how to catch up…… thanks for the update, super fun to see how much fun you're having...

[@SNelens]

Just picked up my 250Wrf after its 1st service. I bought the WRf for easy registration down here. Had to replace the exhaust to get son epower back as the new WRf comes with different ECU, Cams &Exhaust compared to the FX. I've had a few rides a bit of testing. I've had to go down a spring rate on the rear to get sag and preload right for my weight (89KG naked) to get 105mm sag. Looking forwar to Sunday now for a 2hr GNCC style event.

[@TheStackingNerdH]

I still very much want this bike, I love how they lowered the weight displacement - really makes it a comfortable bike for us short riders

[@456smileyman]

Loved this review, you're refreshingly genuine when you speak. I'd really enjoy watching more reviews on older bikes too. Keep up the good work brotherman 🤙

[@DirtBikeChannel]

I call it like I see it. Always.

[@DjayBCX800]

I just love how excited you got over riding that bike.. that’s what it’s all about man! Keep twisting throttles! ❤️🤙🏼🇨🇦

[@mperez9745]

Every 2 years when I get a new bike, I feel the same way! I get another new one in 2021.

[@mixflip]

I’ve been infatuated with dirt bikes lately. I have no experience on dirt bikes and I’m getting older so I probably shouldn’t be looking at anything with 2 wheels as I get older lol…but something is calling me to dirt bikes for some reason. I ride an ATV every month on fire roads and blm land but it looks so fun to ride on a single track in the backwoods. I think I’m going to have a big yard sale and give it a try sooner than later.

[@cullenapplegate1885]

Hey Kyle you're excitement is truly infectious!!! Can't wait to see more of this bike. Great video!!

[@dgrenni0]

It’s 6am in Australia, what a great vid to wake up to. It’s so great too hear you so pumped about the bike! Can’t wait to ride my 250fx today. Thanks Kyle, keep up the great work! Cheers,Damon

[@SSYoung125]

Everybody loves the 250 FX at high-speed I want to see your opinion in the lower speeds technical please

[@RafaLauris]

Waiting

[@nelsdude]

Yes please....and how does it compare to WR250F?

[@SSYoung125]

@@nelsdude exactly the 2 bikes I was looking at as well as the yz250x 2 stroke

[@DirtBikeChannel]

It's not great in the slow stuff. 4 Strokes are not great for that.

[@christobey4198]

@@DirtBikeChannel I disagree my KTM 350XCF-W is fantastic in tight single track. If you buy a bike for slow stuff it will be good 4 or 2 stroke. I hear people complain about KTM XCF models all the time in the tight/tech woods but the XCFW is actually made for tight woods.

[@jessegarrett7215]

That bike sounds awesome for a 4 stroke! I ride a 4 stroke but you can’t beat the sound of a 2 stroke on the pipe

[@DirtBikeChannel]

I hear you

[@Drewski423]

My buddy has a 2019 yz250fx and I compliment him on how that bike sounds all the time. It has that deep growl to it that sounds so good. I often stop and listen to him rip around just to hear it. I’m a 2 stroke person, but I do like that 4 stroke sound. Especially that one.

[@liamobrien4487]

I got a 250 f a month or so back and it’s amazing! So snappy and responsive. AND THE POWER! Oh my goodness the power.

[@shawnharnish8496]

Please have your next t shirts say Holy shizballs on the back.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

haha!

[@Branhamjeffd]

Yes please!

[@jackbauer9347]

@@DirtBikeChannel No way. Do a shirt that says "Holy Gezabell".

[@Community-Action]

For sure!!

[@fasttings6635]

Shawn Harnish and poppycock

[@chrisbeck7361]

Glad I’m not the only one that freaked out over how good this bike is. I’ve got 10 hours of pure joy on mine now.

[@justinv9209]

I have never heard you so excited on a bike!! Pretty funny hearing your excitement!

[@brandonwatsonmedia]

Dude, I have not heard you this stoked about a bike in like ... well, maybe never! That's awesome!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

I call it like I see it. Always.

[@bigpapapump8418]

I feel like no other company is throwing down the hammer in the last few years in this size like Yamaha. When your 250 runs with 300 and 400 4t from other companies....you came to rock.

[@19cal81]

HAHAHAHA... (HOLY SHIZBALLS DOODS!) I love it!!! I like to come back and watch this video when I need an attitude lift. Listening to you just feel elated on a motorcycle makes me smile just listening every time... plus I think a 250fx is going to be my next bike so its also fun dreaming about it. Cheers, thanks for the fun video

[@nostalgicbaainaar9751]

Vegas Romaniac says this is the best bike he has ever owned. Super reliable too.

[@jeffbaer9455]

I was thinking the exact same thing the whole time watching the vid

[@DirtBikeChannel]

I don't watch his stuff. Does he have a 2020? This is light years better than the older version.

[@sgtunix]

@@DirtBikeChannel I think nowadays he's back in Transylvania, but I don't think his FX was a 2020 model.

[@TopShotAdam]

Vegas plays a very low budget working-man's game, on the older model bike

[@dragoslavpetrovic3616]

I think his bike is 2017

[@salsarosdave]

Just listened to you podcast and came here to comment. Very strange you say it’s hard to start, had a 2015 for many years and it would start in gear no problem, did have a Rekluse on it though. That too completely eliminated the slow speed stalling issue and engine braking that I’m not fond of. FYI if you end up with a dead battery out on the trail you are deep up s### creek. It will kick start and idle but that is the extent of your power. I found this out from two days of trail clearing logs and constant restarts. What I learned from that is don’t abuse your battery just kick start it witch it does no problem even in gear and maybe that was due to having a Rekluse at the time. Pease. Dave G Seattle, Wa.

[@jeffz2353]

No more orange coolade for you! Welcome to team blue & Yamaha quality. They have their act together for sure. Love all mine👍

[@WAKO426]

Ya he's been in love with blue crew for a while but in the end he still has orange running in him

[@motoaz3963]

This video got me pumped up to go ride today, to get some of that feeling. Great video looking forward to more.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Much needed, right?

[@motoaz3963]

@@DirtBikeChannelMuch needed for sure

[@Jdake801]

Love it... Haven’t ridden there in 20+ yrs and it brought back a flood of memories...

[@slakr]

Nice review. It resulted in my subscription, and purchasing some "merch" to enter the sweepstakes. Keep up the great and enjoyable content.

[@gerrygodden8051]

Kyle this is great video, I really enjoyed it. Just wanted to mention that I ride the hard enduro trails of south west BC(McNutt) and the guys that ride the FX250’s here never have a problem with flame outs and stalls. It seems that once you are familiar with the engine you know exactly how to use the throttle and any stalling problems disappear. Anyone who rides mostly 2 stk has an adjustment period because the way you use the throttle is a little different. It’s amazing what the FX can do in the tight and gnarly. See “Every Single Sunday- Best single track in the world” for an example of our awesome trails.

[@SteveKiziak]

Good to know the 250FX can handle PNW gnarl! I've ridden McNutt and Squamish, I'll also ride MXtoo. I want a bike that can do it all! Maybe the YZ250FX will be my next bike?

[@michaelanderson1727]

The last time you had that excitement was on the YZ 250x. I ended up buying one. Still have and still love it. I will be in line for the 250fx give away🤗

[@ryanreid303]

I love Yamahas so hyped to see this vid

[@tedrios2908]

Bro just bought 2023 yz250fx….. the outbursts of enjoyment come with the bike. I love my 250fx

[@jakan756]

Fastest I ve seen you ride...holy s..t

[@nelismuller1864]

Shizbols!

[@davestutzman3126]

I have 18 hrs on my 2020 YZ250FX and I feel like Yamaha and Randy Hawkins designed this bike for me. It works great for a eastern hare scrambles. I haven't heard you (Kyle) talk this much excitment in a while!! I will be entering the giveaway sweepstakes.

[@P4ddyC4ke]

But did you like it, though? I couldn't really tell... ;)

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Jury is still out :)

[@mbproductions2292]

Lmao

[@TorqueDorque]

Sales is calling you back! 😂. I think there are many of us that are nostalgic over Yamaha. Would love to see them catch up to the others with their off road line. No hydraulic clutch (assuming). Graphics and color is circa 1985 and I loved the 80s but seriously, let the new generation take over design. Performance wise it is probably really good based on your reaction! Glad you are having fun on what looks like a sweet bike. I would love to have a Yamaha again some day. Bullet proof

[@dakotamcdivitt1808]

Looks like a fantastic machine for those flowy trails. You should take it on some techy trails so we can see how it performs there compared to the 2 strokes.

[@mboyer68]

I know EXACTLY how you feel! Been in love with dirt bikes since the 1981 Suzuki RM 125 ad that says "one shock, of radiator, one winner" because it was the first Suzuki monoshock bike. I've had dozens of bikes since then and they still make me feel like a kid! Thank you for the videos!! And..those trails look like so much fun!! Doesn't it suck how the gopro makes the jumps look so small and makes the speed seem so slow! Your comments about the maps make me wonder how long it'll be before we can have different pre-set suspension settings available at the click of a button like the air fuel maps!?

[@jimmycone3717]

You need to change your Orange Avitar to Blue lol... nice to see you enjoying the new Yamaha. I myself have had a many variety of bikes and by far my favorite is the 09 YZ 250f I have setup for GNCC. You should just keep that bike for yourself.

[@rockenjoshy]

I've been excited to see this!

[@ewertdavid9741]

picked up a used 17 yz250fx (24 hrs), stock tune..... very impressed. Low speed, 2 finger clutch pull (easy) rarely stalls, will lug low down going up and down hill. High speed.... agree Holly cheesballs, lol!

[@theautopage]

This is probably the bike that i have seen you the most excited riding lol It must be really good!

[@dashrides2679]

I've been waiting for you to do this review!!!

[@jasonbentley3185]

Finally!!! I love my fx. I am over the KTM kick, good bikes but I am glad I have my 450fx! The suspension is way better than the KTM!!

[@mrtokes2825]

YZ 125x please, wanna see what you think of that.

[@cjdaking]

Did they fix the E-start so that you don't have to crack the throttle a hair while starting? Annoying habit on my '14 WR that I've gotten used to

[@vincedaugherty9687]

Never heard you so excited about a bike before. That is awesome!

[@BillStraub303]

Did you ride it with the stock maps, all the press I saw on the bike claimed it would come with the stock map 1 and a mild map 2 pre installed. It’s not mentioned in the manual that I can find, I couldn’t tell a difference switching between the two on mine. I only got to ride mine for about an hour and haven’t tried out loading any maps in. It’s been freezing cold here in Indiana and when it does warm up a day it’s a muddy mess, can’t wait to get back out on it.

[@michaelwalas5948]

Hey my friend. I LOVE your review.. loved it so much that I went and bought one.. Can I give you the SECRET to this bike.. Put a 14 tooth front sprocket on it.. It’s a GAME CHANGER my friend.. get back on this bike and try it 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lastmanoffthefield4572]

What changes did you experience?

[@michaelwalas5948]

@@lastmanoffthefield4572it smoothed out the twitchieness of the throttle and smoothed out motor. It pulls so hard in every gear. Perfect now in tighter single track and improved fuel range and top speed. I don’t understand why Yamaha brought it out with the 13tooth sprocket

[@dv8214]

what do you think of KTM owning Gasgas? they came out with a 250 and 450 mx bike. I was hoping they'd keep the kyb suspension to keep things somewhat different but its wp. so what's the point now having 3 brands on the same platform?

[@GT320VLOGS]

How does this bike compare to the beta 390rr as its your favourite 4 stroke bike to date or is this the new top step holder 😁

[@jorgefelix2653]

Exactly. Waiting this comment

[@pjbikerful]

Now Confirmed > Vegas RoManiac was right 👍

[@leep814]

Ssshh, let's not tell him

[@gpaull2]

pjbikerful - He even sounds like Vegas Romaniac...I had to double check which channel I was on!

[@HB-gj7gd]

not a fan of this Romanian vegas guy, this guy/channel is way better - vegas guy seems pretty clueless - took him years to understand that a "trail bike " is better on these tiny trail he rides on then a "track bike" - has he even had a enduro + he hates 2t - not the ideal guy to listen to

[@Community-Action]

Review the YZ 250X 2 stroke please. Would be nice knowing how they compare to the KTM XC-W

[@hellmoto191]

I have a 2017 WR450 and absolutely love it. With that said, I think a smaller displacement off-road bike will be in order after seeing you enjoying the 'shizballs' outta that FX. Greetings from Montana!

[@laywill1]

The Mormon cussing cracked me up. Holy Jezebel!

[@01AceAlpha]

Shhhhhh. Don’t tell his wives!

[@justincoats7236]

@@01AceAlpha Ha, ha. Yeah, we only have one wife. One is more than most men can handle

[@snowexplorersaltitudeoff-r7758]

Sooo refreshing to see a video Without every other word being the “f” word!! Dirt Bike Channel sets the bar👌🏼🇺🇸

[@jonniebrimston4870]

@@snowexplorersaltitudeoff-r7758 what sort of man child doesn't swear properly?

[@robertwallace2950]

Where in Utah is this

[@mixalis6168]

Can you do a vid, on whats happens with Gas Gas, was a bike i wanted for 2020, but in Australia nobody has a clue, including Gas Gas Australia.. I also saw on the main web page, only trails bikes were available last week.. ?????

[@AdventureMotoEnduro]

pumped i want one ,kyb dialed in stock on 2020

[@adamkinch5807]

Not to mention it sounds crazy good too.

[@Jmastroni1981]

What headlight would you recommend for this bike? Would the WR fit? I have a 2021 FX

[@kelsigraham4415]

I’m a die hard 2 stroke rider but this video may have convinced me 4 strokes can be just as awesome that bike just seems smooth as butter sounds pretty sweet to, would like to see it in slower technical terrain.

[@LEEROY_UK]

Kyle it’s the added engine braking that the slower richer maps add that effects the feel of the rear shock I’m pretty sure after trying those maps out myself .

[@jasonpadgett2288]

Haha, same way I feel on my 450FX. Smiles from ear to ear.

[@itsyourfinancialplan]

If I rode wide open stuff like that I'd probably have a 4 stroke and that one sounds like a ripper. But I mostly ride tight tech and for that my 250tpi xcw is so killer

[@Mark-mq1cc]

how is it a stock Yamaha fork is better than ANY modified fork on any other bike?

[@RobertKehl]

There are days 4-strokes feel good and there are days 2-strokes feel good on the trail. But four strokes always feel more planted with much less wheel slip. And 2-strokes always feel lighter on the trail.

[@joejoe3965]

I never seen you so excited. Great moist dirt doesn’t hurt

[@MatthewC137]

Great video. You remind me of myself when I had Race Tech set up my '97 RM250 suspension 23 years ago. I had the other Japanese brands before that Suzuki but none were as fun or as confidence inspiring on the track (aside from a noticeable lack of torque relative to my KX) . I just subbed, btw. I've been on youtube since the beginning but yours is the first channel I've subscribed to; believe it or not!

[@TopshelfJunior]

2020 KLX 300R owner, trying to upgrade to either this YZ250FX or the KTX 350XCF... I'm 5'11 + 220 pounds, thinking the 350 is the way to go..

[@williamschuman4951]

Nice flowing trails, glad you're enjoying a awesome ride.

[@jasonmallin1681]

How is the engine braking when not on the throttle? Like a typical four stroke? Can you lug it way down in the rpms without the fear of it stalling? Can you compare the ride and handling to the 250X two stroke?

[@johnchafin3817]

Just goes to show that beta got the KYB set up wrong. First year with the forks so that doesn't surprise me that much. Disappointed yeah but not surprising. I am sure it will be much better next year. In regards to the YZ250FX I look forward to hearing about how it does in the tight technical sections. Does it flame out or will it just lug?

[@benmcnaughton1861]

Good positive energy! Love these videos, man!

[@Drewski423]

Now if they would put a little R&D into the freaking yz250x. I love my 17?but geez it needs a few upgrades! The kyb set up on my 17 is hands down the best suspension I’ve ever been on.

[@-TheMillenniumFalcon]

Watch the language, you're getting a bit spicy (j/k). Great to hear the excitement and enthusiasm presented in a way that can be shared with the family.

[@corbg7045]

It's like he had a surfing 🏄‍♀️ moment. can't always describe one with the bike and trail One with the board and wave.

[@jacobpowell7858]

You said last year that the Beta 390 RR was your favorite 4-stroke ever. Sounds like this one might usurp the Beta. Oh, and I love how you speak Utah language.

[@koolline1]

That’s the fastest I’ve seen you consistently go on a bike got to love small bore 4 bangers

[@Captain250FX]

I have the 18FX and after all your hooting and hollaring now I want the 2020 lol!

[@jondoecan]

I have a 2019 Yz250fx. Best machine I’ve ever owned.

[@knolysjohnson7244]

Welcome to the #blucru brotha :) Ive owned Yamahas, Kawasaki, Honda Dirt bikes and by far the Yz250f if the most comfortable bike!!

[@Jake-il1hx]

So what is the difference between the fx and just the normal 4 stroke or 2 stroke

[@pennsylvaniafishermen5182]

If a person were to go from a small bike like a crf125 To this. Would there be a big power difference or learning curve

[@Dat_Sun]

Just traded my new troublesome 22 te150i off for a new 22 yz250fx. The 22 yz250fx broke down in the parking lot before loading it up. They had to swap out the fuel tank assembly to get my new yz to run.. Hoping I didn't buy another lemon.

[@joejoe3965]

Ride more flowing terrain like this and stop rock pounding. Flow is your friend. Air in your helmet is certainly nicer

[@Hugentobler30]

That's the magic of that SSS!

[@Big.Ron1]

Very cool. I will be waiting for your full review in awhile. Also what you find with the kickstand spring. Maybe take it off and rotate 180 if it's the hook catching your boot? Be safe!