KTM 250 TPI Reviewed | The Two-Stroke Revolution!

[@jamsxr]

2 strokes got me into motorcycles. I still love them but never imagined owning a new 2 stoke again, until now... I want.

[@LambChopRides]

+Jim 86 it's very good Jim, can't wait to try the slightly more poky 300 😎😎

[@semajohn]

My two stroke history. Honda NS125f Honda NS400R Suzuki RGV250 Honda NS250R (project bike I never did) I remember the RGV did 1litre of oil to 2 tanks of fuel. Happy days

[@2StrokeSquashie]

Would love the 400, got a 125 myself

[@cockneyzombie]

Had a Suzuki RG125 gamma back in 1988. Remember riding along side a guy on a NS400R and thinking what an amazing sound that bike made.

[@scubacharlie8151]

I've got the same but six days 300 version but don't get much time to get her out so watching vids like this now and again helps haha

[@LambChopRides]

+Scuba Charlie now that's a bike I would love to try! Hoping to borrow the standard 300 tpi early this year

[@Matt-hm9uo]

Just wanted to say thanks for doing this video, it's good to see the 2-stroke still lives on. Just hope they can cover Euro5.

[@Dom34007]

I wanna get the 300 EXC TPI and supermoto or enduro build not sure which one yet

[@ZSharkPH]

Great vid and review... But I wouldn't go a whole season without changing the gear oil.. IMO

[@rocketn8]

So is there a chance of new 500 two stroke superbikes with the new injection system?

[@j2tmfc]

I know, god I want one. even a proper gp rep 250 would be brilliant.

[@LambChopRides]

+Whittle Moore no I don't think they will ever make a GP comeback.. shame 😢

[@rocketn8]

Lamb Chop Rides I live in hope...

[@iD4v1d]

Whittle Moore The Suter MMX 500 has fuel injection, as far as I know

[@rocketn8]

iD4v1d I think they will need to bring the price down to the peasant market before you find me in showroom.

[@CycleCruza]

Have you had a chance to test the 300 tpi? I hear it has more low end power.

[@LambChopRides]

No not yet CC but sure it would have more usable power and torque. I've just bought my own 500 exc six days to do an SM convertion on, I thought about getting the tpi but I want wheelie hooligan fun and the two strokes are much harder to control once the wheel is up as no engine braking. I know lots of oil changes but it's very easy to do and the bike only holds 1.2 liters so oil cost is low anyway.

[@Flip01]

Good review. Loved the lession especially the cooked sausage in the exhaust...yum.🖒

[@LambChopRides]

+Flip haha thanks Flip, the sausage is in relation to the music used.. it's an 80's TV show reference I wouldn't expect many to get it 😀

[@MISERSTYLE]

@lambchoprides please do more off road/ 2stroke vids . It's much more fun to watch and learn . Especially when you took those enduro classes

[@LambChopRides]

I do fancy Ady Smith again.. May try and get on one next spring for a refresher :-) There is also a KTM Adventure bike offroad school, wouldn't mind trying that...

[@MISERSTYLE]

Excellent! if you do it, document it!!

[@abymathew295]

It's happy to see few manufacturers are still interested in Two strokes.....I love KTM. But I am very sad why no one is interested in making 250 to 400 cc inline 4's or V4's like the old CBR 250RR...

[@osmank230158]

Just found this video and I am a bit confused how you can review an enduro bike without going off-road??? Did you do another video on the dirt?

[@markdurant9576]

Best review I've seen on this bike.

[@LambChopRides]

+Mark Durant thanks Mark!

[@THEsedgegaming]

Does it still smell the same?

[@LambChopRides]

+TheSedgeGaming um yes but not as prominent as a regular 2 stroke as less oil burnt. Still uses same type of oil 👍

[@bloodhunter78]

Great video chops looking forward to seeing the next one

[@LambChopRides]

+Dave C thanks Dave!

[@BrotherdMike]

Please review the 300TPI, I am very interested to see what you think of the extra 50cc. Great job, keep up the great work!

[@sk2283]

hate to pull you up but the previous gen 2 stroke KTM's run 60:1 fuel/oil ratio although some old timers still like to run 50:1 for some extra lubrication :-) I have a 2014 KM 250 stroker :-)

[@TepcoCycleRepair]

Sounds smooth holding it at steady speeds on the road, is that correct? Carb bikes are usually smooth at some speeds and rough at others.

[@LambChopRides]

+Tepco Cycle Repair yes it's super smooth for a two stroke 👍

[@clipsXD]

I know it primarilya dirt bije but do these come with a fuel gauge and speedometer? havnt seen one up close yet

[@mtb8396]

Two-stroke back !

[@mk2trb]

Love my 19 250tpi. Its more fun than my old 300. SM build planned for it

[@arttuleppanen8706]

Nice to hear. Was wondering should i get a 300 or 250 but going to buy 250 sixdays in few days

[@adriandaniel83]

Buying advice in terms or pure fun factor: 250 tpi or 500 exc-f?

[@petersimpak6692]

What is the top speed like on these two stokes, do they go fast enough if you are doing more semi, high speed desert type riding?

[@shaun9107]

No dead cat on that pipe , nice & speedy quick .

[@spoetnik1494]

How is the powerband on this bike ?

[@joshuarudd7690]

Whats ya top speed on this 250 tpi mate

[@DonGH297]

Thank you so much for the great review! Fun video, that bike is so lovely! I own on a 250 4 stroke kx250f from 2020. Do you think this 250 2 stroke is scary fast for me, or is it nice and smooth? I’ve ridden 1000cc sportsbikes before, but dirtbikes on the track are obviously a lot different. I want a 2 stroke so bad, and this tpi model caught my attention for sure, easy maintenance too. Hope you can tell me if it’s worth it to look for one. Thanks mate!

[@nigelsenchez]

I’d change my gear oil more then once a season. Additionally spark plug and clean air filter. That’s all the maintenance you need.

[@LambChopRides]

+hello jaja yes your right spark plug air filter but that's the same for the four strokes too.

[@TheExergamer]

Great review Chops - what were is road manners like? You didn’t really say. Could you use it as a daily commuter and weekend trail machine? Great channel!

[@LambChopRides]

+raysaw very good, I'm actually really liking these bikes on the road. Don't think I would bother with a SM again as these handle fine when your used to them plus you can go offroad! Not sure it's an everyday bike as no key so thief would love it!

[@remisimard7760]

Is it 100% street legal, or only for the trails? In Canada they cannot be plated for the road

[@LambChopRides]

+Rémi Simard 100% street legal in the UK even has lights 😎

[@rockyp3917]

LCR official KTM brand ambassador

[@jaysonjames5306]

I have 250 TPI and it's fantastic bike

[@paulbudford]

Ring ding ding love a two stroke. I'm surprised that it isn't quite a bit lighter than the four stroke

[@LambChopRides]

+Paul Ford yeah 4 stroke is amazing light tbh much more so than the old ones.

[@zane4964]

They have never been a whole lot lighter they just feel a lot lighter

[@LambChopRides]

+ENDURO SK apparently because the engine internals are so much lighter than four stroke the rotational mass is massively different hence why they feel so much lighter

[@zane4964]

Lamb Chop Rides yep

[@radford_0731]

Zane Zinn my 2017 KTM 350 exc-f I just sold was 108 kgs dry. I’m ordering a 2019 KTM 250 exc TPI ok Saturday and they’re around 100 kgs dry. Dry meaning with no fuel but including oils etc. so it is considerably lighter

[@2StrokeSquashie]

Interested to see whether the leaner oil/fuel mixture will affect wear and stuff? The fizzy runs 20:1 lol, not sure about any of the others. The smoke makes the 2 stroke, and that smell!

[@LambChopRides]

+2Stroke Squashie yeah time will tell I guess but without the fuel to water it down wouldn't expect it to be effected 👍

[@obbezwiers]

2Stroke Squashie who really uses the suggested 20:1 ratio anymore, i always ran 40:1/50:1 in my fs1

[@2StrokeSquashie]

Obbe Zwiers Shes an old gal now, 23,000 miles on original parts. Need to be kind to her lol

[@obbezwiers]

2Stroke Squashie better safe than sorry lol

[@easternmenace]

Maybe this will open up options for more interesting 2 stroke engined bikes

[@LambChopRides]

+Eastern Menace yeah it could, trouble is the new euro regs the next euro 5 even this won't meet it 😣 so companies won't be willing to invest in 2 stroke projects

[@easternmenace]

To be fair they don't even invest in more interesting 4 stroke projects since that's not where money is at so you are probably right

[@k.richter6661]

Top Speed of Enduro?

[@Mr.Ambrose]

Chops, how was the new TPI 2 stroke on normal tarmac roads? I really want to get a bike for green laning soon. But will need it to do some road work to get to the trails etc.. ideally I’d like something I could also put some supermoto rims on for some summer fun on road, bit like your 701.. So maybe a 400excf is better, but love the idea of a 2 stroke!

[@timbomuffin]

Did you go to art collage?

[@isaacthatcher3682]

ive just come across your channel, wicked stuff! Curious how you get on the road legalities, i.e insurance tax and MOT? Specifically for MX or enduro bikes

[@Lloydy03]

Can you ride a 2T long distance?

[@kazadventures]

Please define long distance. Full day riding in woods sure.

[@Ryanpetrolhead]

How far can it go on 1 tank of fuel?

[@LambChopRides]

+Ryanpetrolhead oh tricky to say... Sorry I never made a note but it's pretty good on fuel. No worse than my old 701 I wouldn't say

[@Anne_VDB]

Ive got the ktm 300 TPI really nice bike but ive had some problems with front forks where leaking after 3 hours i dunno why lol..😂

[@LambChopRides]

+ee e haha too many wheelies maybe... 😎😎

[@TomBartram-b1c]

Really interesting review. Thanks

[@DominikaRides]

Great video 👍🏼

[@victor-emmanuel7485]

Thanks a lot for this great video sir!

[@cantfindanamefree]

I would love to have a ride on a two stroke again 😻

[@LambChopRides]

+cantfindanamefree Ady Smith Enduro school you can try them all 😎😎

[@aa5871]

It does sound a bit beefier than other 2 strokes

[@abymathew295]

I can't imagine if KTM plans to introduce a version of 690 Duke with a two-stroke engine....

[@Ezz800]

Aby Mathew Duke 300 TPi For 2020 💪🏼

[@ripmax333]

Why the hell they took so much to make TPI!? Finally a 2 stroke which you don’t need to worry with engine braking and should maybe even last longer. Unfortunately for a 31 inch inseam its a tall bike

[@paulharrison8155]

Are you ever going to ride it off road?

[@LambChopRides]

+Paul Harrison the plan was to go proper offroad today but shite weather stops play 😣 I've been down some small dirt lanes but nothing decent unfortunately and goes back weds

[@paulharrison8155]

Ah but you've had it three weeks so no excuses ! They are a complete waste of time on the road. You will never know just how good they are until you take one green laning and even then it's like taking a machine gun to a knife fight being as it's Ready To Race !

[@LambChopRides]

+Paul Harrison yeah I did take the 500 offroad. Vid somewhere here, impressed how good it was. Problem is getting people to come with you who have them...

[@ALEX_AT_AXIS]

I'll do a collaboration with you, if you need someone to do some filming and enduro riding with ;)

[@P6_7R_Nick]

It's the end of march 2018 and still no 300 tpi review. I've bought one now but still very interested in your opinion on the 300 compared to the 250. Plus, find yourself some green lanes and have a go. It'll improve your road skills no end. Love your videos 👍

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah sorry Nick, KTM 300 tpi was booked so never had a chance to ride it 😣 probably going to be next winter at this rate before I do. How you finding it?

[@P6_7R_Nick]

I'm liking it a lot. It's like riding a lightweight turbocharged 4 stroke enduro bike. It has the goodness of a four stroke, well mannered tractor like low down grunt but has a nice 2 stroke pipey braaap too. I'm pretty sure pure 2 stroke fans will disagree. It may not be aggressive or raw enough for the purebloods, but they will understand one day ;-) Get one borrowed, you'll love it.

[@tritriplekylie]

Rolf Harris you are not...not on the drawing front anyway but jury is out for the other matters that can’t be spoken about just now 😂 Good to see you on a two stroke though...a real enduro bike and not this 4 stroke thumper bullcrap

[@LambChopRides]

hahaha OMG your outrageous :-)

[@CrazyBikerGuy]

Omg she is stunning on the eyes from a off-road point.

[@firebladerider7050]

Honda have a fuel injected two stroke in the pipeline as well, hopefully they make a come back even if only for the noise. As usual cool vid 👍

[@LambChopRides]

+FireBlade Rider oh do they interesting.. Wonder if theirs is direct injection to meet euro 5.. Otherwise not much point them bothering now!

[@hellvillains]

Is it road legal bike ? I love that sound

[@randersson3672]

Almost as good as Matt (The workshop ) in the technical part...;))) Great video..again !

[@LambChopRides]

+R Andersson yeah I did watch his explanation 😎😎

[@randersson3672]

Hahaha, I had a feeling you did, has a lot of good videos that "kid" ;) Keep up the good work Mr Chops !

[@thedriverofallthings]

Lamb chops #1

[@tyronegray9371]

That ktm its fucking gorgeous 💯😍

[@LambChopRides]

+Tyrone Gray rather nice isn't it 😎😎

[@christopherdevries1969]

With my eyes closed it truly sounds like somebody who's getting exited about cutting timber.

[@964tractorboy]

'Chops, that's the nuts.

[@ewanoffshore]

There was a bit of chicken wing going on there... 😆 Lovely bike, long live the two popper!

[@LambChopRides]

+ewanoffshore hehe thanks Ewan 😎

[@wheresmylplate1965]

You don't see as scared as normal on this 2 poke

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah getting more confident with these bikes now, love them! :-)

[@wheresmylplate1965]

Lamb Chop Rides good to hear Mr chops . Gotta show them big balls now your a magazine edition lol.

[@wheresmylplate1965]

Lamb Chop Rides gotta keep calling you chops too can't call you joh....... nope can't do it

[@LambChopRides]

+Karl pickering no Chops is what I prefer 😎😎

[@wheresmylplate1965]

Lamb Chop Rides that's fine then when your up here having the duke dyno'd I'll know what to shout when you make good power (gwon chops¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡!!!!!!!!!)

[@HippoDrones]

Would have one in a heartbeat if it weren't for the thieving scum in my area who feel they deserve these bikes more than the person who actually paid for it! Would be awesome if they could do a 500cc 2T EXC .... then add on a set of 17" rims and beef up the front brake and suspension! :P

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah have to agree would love a new 500 stroker, would buy one in a heartbeat!

[@weallneedlove1263]

300 is still pretty good and ktm offers a 6 pot front brake and 17s as accessories

[@weallneedlove1263]

I HAVE BEEN BLESSED

[@lowgear3063]

Like first comment plus lol I have a KTM 150 2 stroke powwwwwwer

[@balsara675]

Ktm

[@leweee]

I want it

[@timbomuffin]

Brill vid tbh and no shit music 👍🇬🇧

[@frankymilad5071]

🙏🏽🤘🏽

[@georgeboswell4620]

HOT Carburetion: Is the new STIC system better than fuel injection? Yes! Dick and Jane like fast two strokes; they are really impressed with the Keihin with STIC insert. Jane says to Spot; WOW, see Dick [John] run; Dick [John] is very fast. See the STIC insert work; Dick [John] is very fast on his STIC equipped Keihin carburetor. Jane and Spot are happy that John is wicked fast on his Husqvarna 300. Jane and Spot think John’s bike is on Steroids [STIC]. To see John go very fast click on this video below to see John accelerate; he is very happy and very fast on his STIC Rapid Transit System. Jane and Spot are happy that John is not on steroids; that it is a Keihin carburetor that is on STIC steroids. For details see the following video: Husqvarna 300 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGaappmQqrGYqqs

[@marcobatista999]

k i need it :D

[@bakwheeltango18]

why would interrupt a 2 stroke with that shit music.

[@Northstar-Media]

Every 100 hrs piston & rings that will get expensive.

[@sk2283]

Not really, in reality 150 hours of mixed green lane & enduro use is more like it, top end kit at around £120 easy job takes a couple hours in your garage if you can hold a spanner the right way round you can do it yourself !

[@drunksanta1427]

exactly, used to do it on my moped but the larger bikes are quite similar

[@sk2283]

yep, piece of cake, 150 hours / 3000 miles will equate to about a years riding or even 2 for some. A lot of guys I know will do enduro & some green laning will only manage 50 hours or so of run time per year. 2-strokes are so easy to maintain

[@Northstar-Media]

Yes i agree 2 strokes are easy to maintain if you have some mechanical knowledge & able to maintain yourself ,people estimating the oil mix caused a lot of problems on older bikes & not letting engine cool down .Looks like tech has come a long way. great for week end fun .

[@Twistedmetallic]

You also need new oil pump every time you do piston change.

[@LookAtMeLuis]

wouldn't mind having one of these... anyine want to gift one to me?... anyone? no, okay...

[@theobobtks1188]

Oooh I like that chops! Want.😀 Also can you refollow me on twatter. 🙏🏻

[@LambChopRides]

its lovely Theo, I want one too!! Yeah not sure why Im not longer following you.. Will take a look

[@theobobtks1188]

Lamb Chop Rides my twitter account went tits up mate and I lost everyone 0 followers.

[@heavymetalboi]

I might be too young, but I always felt the 2strokes sound like a moped :P

[@LambChopRides]

+Jø Wa haha now go wash your mouth out 😂😂

[@simonliddiard4900]

A lot of mopeds were/are 2-stroke so you're not entirely wrong👍

[@thesheepman220]

The bloody cows put out more emissions than the bike , get video

[@LambChopRides]

+thesheepman220 haha your not wrong!