In-Depth 2022 Off-Road Shootout: 2022 Yamaha YZ125X

[@vitalmx]

Do you have a YZ125X? Or do you have any other off-road 125 two-stroke that you think is better? If so leave a comment below!

[@daltoneverhart7319]

Cool video.. bought my fiancé one last year and she loves it. Got some clover hill suspension on it and fmf shorty to help with the bottom and she rips the track / hills and desert. I myself rode it more than my crf 450 . Went out this year and got myself a 250x because of this bike.. out of all 3 the 125 is still my favorite

[@boyd46]

I own a YZ125X and weigh 95ks (210lbs). It hauls me around just fine but could do with a stiffer rear spring. The forks and brakes are fantastic, feels like you can get away with anything the trails can dish out. As the guys say technical hill climbs are tricky, I use a lot of clutch and very soft tyres to help keep it driving forward (Shinko 525 Cheater) if I can't blitz it. I have installed a VHM head and jetted to suit, it gives much more power off the bottom with some usable roll-on in tight terrain which it lacked before, massive upgrade. For racing I would be faster on a bigger bike no doubt, but coming from a YZ450FX this thing is waaaaaay more fun to ride. At the end of the day fun is what it's all about and this bike has it in spades.

[@coryricci301]

You ever wish you got a 250x?

[@boyd46]

@@coryricci301 not really, although if I took racing seriously or did hill climbs all the time yes I’d take the 250x for sure.

[@coalcountryrider]

I own a 23 yz125x 25 hours on it. The front forks are so stiff for me in the current stock form. From Rocks to roots or bumps you can feel everything. Did you have yours revalved?

[@mackeymichael]

@@coalcountryrider I own one too,i am going to take 20cc of oil out each fork leg to reduce the air fork spring rate out of the bike to try and use more suspension travel.

[@coalcountryrider]

@@mackeymichael let me know how that goes!

[@defconsupply3990]

My only two class wins this season for my 220 pound self have been on my 125XC. I race the 125XC, Beta 200 RR and a KTM 250 SX setup for XC with Rekluse. At my age the handeling on the 125 is so nice

[@olliemoto253]

I'm lovin' my '22 125X! I'm right around 170lbs+ and have had no problems. A little clutch work here and there but that's the 125. Super fun in the woods up here in the Pacific Northwest!

[@dirtdad8478]

I got myself a 22 125X. Currently have 35 hrs on it. Riding mostly desert single track, whoops, some sand hills. I also own a TE250, and a 350exc. So far I have been riding the 125 more. It keeps you on your A game. I am running a keihin with the stic metering rod. Will do a few more mods eventually. I am 5'8" 175 with gear, 56 yrs old. First 125 I have ever owned. I was really skeptical about purchasing but as I ride it more it is just an amazing dirt bike. I personally would not recommend this bike for a beginner. My son has been riding my TE250, because he is still learning. It is more forgiving in the hills, and requires less work. He likes the 125 on a track but finds the 250 easier to ride out on the trails. Keep this bike in it's power band and it is fast!

[@jgs1703]

Rode my 2006 yz125 in colorado last year and it was amazing.

[@johndepperschmidt8984]

It's cool that Two Stroke Off Road bikes are getting attention on Vital. The guys on TT (I'm STILL in jail at Vital..) think the flat brimmed crowd isn't capable of testing anything other than MX. They don't know who you guys are, the new kids in the Off Road crowd. The 1st video was so outside the box they didn't get it, I do.

[@jaysonurbina7543]

i like david pingree how he explained at the end..."wappphhh and use the clutch"

[@slayer6936]

Just bought me the 22 125x.. but 2ent all,out on mods for it wit a vforce 4 pro circuit exhaust system and am ordering a smart carb 2 for it!! I also put protection on everything polisport and acerbis.. and I am 61yrs old!! Lol 😆 ready to rock it oh and i am 175 and 100% disabled vet the loves to play! As long as the new joints hold out!!

[@azkrie5246]

How is the smart carb?

[@numbzinger350]

When I run out of joints I load my bike up too.

[@slayer6936]

@@numbzinger350 lol..same here!! It makes riding so fun!!

[@TapioBlue]

58 and getting a new hip soon. Would love to get a 125x after a couple weeks recovery. 😂

[@slayer6936]

@@TapioBlue go for it!! You sound like a fun lady to hang out with!

[@Randy_Cox]

I bought a 2024 yz125x. I am 260-270 pounds 6'2" and i love it. Ya the suspension is a little soft till i get it resprung but it has been amazing good fun. Good bottom end and screams uptop, corners like a bat out of hell.

[@ernesto_yz125x]

I own a 23 yz125x and for me its perfect i own a o4 cr 250r nd a 19 kx450 nd i love how the yz its so light i rode my friend 21 yz 125 and after that i told my self i needed one i like eveything on the yz power handling etc i am just a regular guy that loves trails and off road riding not a pro at all i wound 100% recomend the yz125x to anyone easy to ride

[@deborahchesser7375]

I wish Yamaha made a YZ200X , a predecessor to the venerable IT

[@Ronhickmott]

They had the wr200 for a few years in the 90s

[@deborahchesser7375]

@@Ronhickmott yes I remember that, very rare. I’d love to find a WR200, they are the perfect tight woods weapon

[@Ronhickmott]

@@deborahchesser7375 the kdx is a good option, but if they're anything like here in Australia, they're a bit pricey, I guess the the wr200's are too.

[@deborahchesser7375]

@@Ronhickmott crappy thing is, here in the states we can’t get the WR 2 strokes anymore, 86’ was the last year for street legal smokers. Wish I still had my 86 I’d hang turn signals on it.

[@Ronhickmott]

@@deborahchesser7375 there is another option, the GPX 250 tse, it may not the best choice, but everything I have seen on them has been very positive, it also has the same motor I'm putting in the yz. If you could deal with a $10,000 loan the Beta 200 rr would be an excellent choice by all accounts.

[@peterjacobs6290]

Worlds funnest bike.

[@colinbox3472]

I do have a 22 yz125x it's my 1st 125 have had all other modern cc bike 2 and 4t for me its the most fun and easiest bike to ride and fastest in most places

[@monocogenit1]

Cool videos. Can you guys include the yz250x?

[@baggszilla]

Kool bike! I love the Husky TE 150i

[@barkeep25]

Wish we could've thrown the yz250x in the mix

[@djflesche8532]

What are the locations of these riding areas, especially the hilly, rocky single track riding area? I’d love to check that out sometime. Great Video!

[@johnnydangerously9426]

I’ve found that the suspension works better for 150pounder like me on my cr125r 😎

[@slayer6936]

Great video thank you!!

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Hope I never get so lazy that I cant kick start a bike!

[@sharpes07ify]

250 two stoke best bike for most things!!!!

[@theladdiesda8190]

which sticker kit is this?

[@vitalmx]

SKDA

[@snowgo5922]

I’ll leave a comment... how come no one taller than 6 foot and 200 pounds rides dirt bikes?

[@EGGZ1983]

I'm 6ft7 and 110kg and thinking of buying this lol? I used to own a kx450f

[@bikersoncall]

1:55 I appreciate the frankness here, regarding tighter technical sections, I know it can still be done well, its just nice though to have a little low end torque when you need it. Lack of electric start is a deal breaker for me, if it had it I'd consider it and deal with other issues. I have kick start now, and it's much more reliable imv, but there are many instances where a button' could save you.

[@mathews0618]

Everyone compares torque to four strokes. They stall and need clutch and high rpms. Two strokes have more torque and can handle more throttle "roll on" than a four stroke

[@colbymullaney9908]

450 vs 250 two stroke thoughts?

[@vitalmx]

Off-Road? If so you talking enduro models or cross country? More specifics and we are happy to answer! :)

[@jacobquinn3585]

@@vitalmx A comparison to something similar to what we're seeing in the EWC would be cool. Brad Freeman on a 250 two stroke winning outrights against big bores and even big 500 four strokes getting a win or two. Maybe do some basic suspension mods to even up the playing field

[@riccochet704]

I feel these kinds of reviews are not representative of what the bike is capable of. You tested it in one environment. Take that same bike on tight single track through the woods. It's a completely different experience. Or hard enduro. It's not a track bike. It's a trail/enduro bike. Someone that's capable of riding it to it's fullest will really take it to a lot of other, more powerful bikes.

[@Randy_Cox]

Southern Cali has no forest single track.....😂 if you want those types of reviews your not going to be able to look to the moto mags cause they all live in so cal

[@jasonlawrence8302]

sounds to me like none of you know how to ride a small 2 stroke LMAO

[@axis1603]

First

[@LuckyNikitaBoba]

Basically, the YZ125X is a shitty trail bike. Plain and simple.

[@tieoneon1614]

If u are a Noob or lazy. Its one of the best Woods bikes and most buyers are Vet guys

[@LuckyNikitaBoba]

@@tieoneon1614 This is why a KTM or Beta is a much better option. The power delivery is near perfect. The Japanese two strokes are just motocross bikes with a side stand.

[@bikersoncall]

''Girls Bike'' Got it.. ✔🛴