You’re exactly what GPX needed for an ambassador! You relate to all the riders, well spoken and forthright about the bike. Keep it up! This will be the next new bike I buy.
@EarthSurferUSA Жыл бұрын
Nice post, but she is not an "ambassador". Look it up.
@MikeKirkReloaded Жыл бұрын
Great to see brands like GPX and CFMoto make an honest effort in North America. I appreciate your review: though I question making the carb-swap a part of it. Fueling is a sensitive thing, and it would have been nice to hear what a new owner can expect with the out-of-the-box carb. Great job!
@UTPP Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm a big fan of competition, bikes are getting expensive!
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for taking the time to watch!
@johnwilgeroth8732 Жыл бұрын
Great review! Well done! I learned alot, Thanks ..
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!@@johnwilgeroth8732
@TalkingBoomslang Жыл бұрын
Love that it’s carbeurated and has kickstart! Awesome review Megs!
@4stevenies Жыл бұрын
The power delivery is super smooth and mellow - this is the key, so many manufacturers get this wrong. I sold my Beta and Sherco and ride a 400 DRZ for this reason. Well that and I’m old now 🤓
@gregmossed Жыл бұрын
Props on actually riding it a long time and sharing negatives. Its refreshing to not get a "well i whipped it around for a week and it's the greatest thing since sliced bread." My buddy has had w buncha problems with his GPX, but he's also a bit of a goob, so I'm chalking them up to him haha
@Pompomgrenade Жыл бұрын
You sell that machine well! I can't justify pricing for the big brands when unknown machines seemingly work just as well... Your riding Skills are AWESOME 😎
@EarthSurferUSA Жыл бұрын
Clutch: You are the first person that I have seen review a bike who had a negative comment in over a decade, which shows real honesty not found in the sales brochures that pretend to be bike reviews today. Even more impressive, you knew how to fix it. :) Doug in Michigan.
@gpjunkie Жыл бұрын
You're awesome, what a great rider you are . I think the biggest challenge for GPX is peoples brand snobbery, they look great in my opinion and you are proof they can cope with the abuse!
@charlesb4267 Жыл бұрын
That has blown me away that some of these bikes do not have a kick starter, that impressed me to see they have stuck with a back up starting system. I looked at their website and thought I think thats you on the bike ... yup, it sure is. Bet you never thought a few years ago that you would be a prominent figure on a factory motorcycles advertising website.
@Green_stax Жыл бұрын
This is pretty awesome and exciting to see. Especially having a rider with the skill and character of Megs Braap, she will be able to do big things with this brand. I know she’s got my interest peaked for sure.
@HippoDrones Жыл бұрын
Great to hear your thoughts on the bike now you have had it a while. I hope the brand does well and scares the mainstream manufacturers into upping their game.
@jm6918 Жыл бұрын
Love it! Very nicely done at 1:18. We'll go down that but we haven't tried up it. Mad respect 🙏 Love the night shots with the purple lighting 👍
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Much appreciated.
@SCakey Жыл бұрын
Gotta chuckle hearing the PV issue, I had a very strong feeling you had this issue early on based on how you were describing the power. Decent bikes but they gotta clean up the factory issues with the engines, the engine is why we're buying these bikes.
@plumbherhub16646 ай бұрын
Id like to see someone like billy bolt ride one for fun. Just give it a go. People say no china bike has won a podium but i feel it may just be they havenot had the correct rider
@chiragrai257410 ай бұрын
man that last B-roll of yours right hand soft pack, now thats was really intense u look a head and were damn sure u would hook that corner hard and easy nice riding 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@Groot_G Жыл бұрын
It is interesting to se these "new" brand bikes making an entry. I hope that they hold up.
@PNWEnduro Жыл бұрын
Nice, thorough review Megs. Do they plan to stay carbureted or will they switch to FI like we are starting to see other brands do?
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
They are going to stay carbureted!
@galsapir2760 Жыл бұрын
@@megs_braap what about air pollution regulations? That is the main reason for most manufactures going FI.
@4x4American9 ай бұрын
From what I understand, there's more leeway with smaller brands because they don't import near as many bikes as say the bigger brands. Hopefully that holds true! I see that BETA is putting 2 spark plugs in their new 2T bikes, and I wonder if it's to help reduce emissions seeing as how they're getting more popular @@galsapir2760
@americandualsportrvifeadve3153 Жыл бұрын
Love the reviews. Been thinking about adding one so my ktm is not lonely at night. Seems like you have been beating the crap out of them and still going. That's great to see.
@tandccreations63839 ай бұрын
We need to see a megs brap and ZA1 racing Collab
@JayDean-bd1dd11 ай бұрын
Meg we need more videos dont stop now
@Care2WorldBuild Жыл бұрын
I guess we usually may have you narrate while you are riding wild all over the world, but nonetheless it was good to see the person who is providing the adventures. Thanks for making a video with you out front too! Love the human connection with all the motorcycle adventurers and riders. Edited so well.
@davidandrew348 Жыл бұрын
Megs just bought a 300 r based on your feedback and close friends. looking forward to breaking in the bike
@Haze420_za4 ай бұрын
This is a company's wet dream review, b-roll and 1st place particularly included! Great content, too.
@TorqueDorque Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, always wondered about the brand. Your forearms are ripped! The clutch pull must be harder, hahaha. You're in great shape and are an amazing rider. Keep up the good work. 💪
@davidbabbitt106 Жыл бұрын
The Arizona shots look amazing!
@DV11b Жыл бұрын
My concern with new brands is parts availability. Can I go onto Rocky Mountain ATV and get the parts I need to keep me running? Levers , filters, and stuff. Other than that I am super interested! Looks and sounds great.
@2strokeaddict830 Жыл бұрын
The gpx is a copy of the 2017 Ktm 300... I've heard lots of the Ktm parts are a straight swap...
@dalepellerin5 ай бұрын
Love that it's American owned. I can't think of one dirt bike brand that is other than GPX. And, from owners in Utah, my favorite state to ride in. I'm looking at them.
@LuckyNikitaBoba Жыл бұрын
Omg! You’re such an awesome rider bar none! Your skill is off the charts!
@MsCas3 Жыл бұрын
That was a really good review, awesome to see you heading this direction, love the channel!
@adambatchelder4121 Жыл бұрын
Carburetor and a kick starter , thats two great marks for reliability and simplicity. How are parts available? And how many of the parts exchange with ktm parts ?
@YogiTheBearMan11 ай бұрын
And who can you take them to to get work done?
@DUCEBSTR2 Жыл бұрын
Great review glad to see your helping build a bike. 👍
@VlogEpicness Жыл бұрын
More options and competition is great for the consumer. I had one of their PitBikes for a bit and I’d be open to trying a full size bike.
@Dirt_Bike_Dave Жыл бұрын
So let me jump in here and defend some of the accusations about build quality and supposed problems with the GPX 300 L and R. Models. 1. The stock carb works and is fine..2 different sizes have been tried and some have changed it out due to inability to understand jetting and float height. 2 Some not all suffered power valve sticking..this is not uncommon Honda had a real issue with this between 96-99..Get with GPX and they will work with you to make it right. 3. Suspension is Great for the average rider, yes they use different metals and different size internals,but also Joe Henner @GPX Can get them buttery for you...and even Megs will tell you that she is very hard to please with Suspension and she rides hard enduro ...most of us never tax our Suspension that hard. 4. The clutch is also fine just a little different..1 less plate and different pressure plate...but still fine and not prone to failure. 5. Swingarms are fine..a small number had bearings nut fully seated, easily resolved and new models have been addresed...even as a bonus the lower frame mounting point was moved to change the rising rate for better suspension clearance and travel. 6. The gaskets are also fine..someone opened one up and complained about the adhesive they used along with gaskets...this is not uncommon and Yamaha was known for their yama bond..it is annoying and harder to split cases but not some horrible mistake 7. The other issue early on was that they shipped with water in radiators...this was during winter and water expands when frozen..this caused gaskets to split and even a case to crack...these problems have been addressed with newer models. The last thing I will address is the people crying.. China people hate and want to kill you...the average worker goes to work and wants to feed their family and have a life...they are under an opressive Govt. That controls them and strips them from having any way of fighting back..I doubt very many of them would hate you...they actually envy our freedoms. The End 🎤 drop.
@dalepellerin5 ай бұрын
And it's American owned right in Lindon, Utah. I'll take Chinese manufacturing over any other manufacturing in the world, especially over Austria, Germany and Spain.
@yoramlavee Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the honest review! A rare thing those days. Good luck racing!!
@robertbalter1837 ай бұрын
I would like to know what the differences between the link and non-link model and also how you feel as of now a few months after this review how the bike has been treating you any problems etc. is the non-link and link difference in the suspension I believe this bike has two suspension choices for the bike. Which one do you feel is the best also I’m 5 foot five I ride a beta 390 RRS which I love it’s a four stroke but I had it lowered quite a bit factory, lowered and it’s fine. I was wondering if you lower your bike and if you lowerd this bike or how you feel about the seat height? Thanks again for your awesome reviews. You’re doing a great job. Love the technique videos.
@user-gf1yg6nj1v6 ай бұрын
Um…you failed to mention virtually zero dealer support… which translates into : NO SALE
@jasonluhmer47925 ай бұрын
Great review, Ive ridden one of these and they are pretty darn nice for the price point. I would expect nothing less considering its very close to a 09-14 ktm300 which doesnt surprise me since KTM has been partnered with china since 2010 and KTM doesnt really care about "older tech of theirs" I would buy this bike if I was in the market for a new enduro for sure
@mototouro9 ай бұрын
Hi Meg's, Firstly, great video, excellent photography. Just wondering, is this your own brand based on the Lektra 300? Looks exactly the same. I had a Beta 300rr 2 stroke a few years ago, does the GPX have similar power?
@icky22mb Жыл бұрын
megs could make a geo look like a good bike
@ChrisCoultershred Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to ride one thanks for the review.
@RTRrentals Жыл бұрын
Makes me wanna ride one! Sounds great and it’ll only get better!
@anthonylivelli5880 Жыл бұрын
great review Megs thanks for this 👍👍
@panic-revv85 Жыл бұрын
What about after market support and mod availability? Customer service, warranty, parts availability. Assuming this is a "KTM clone" are there any parts that are interchangeable?
@ottokirk2325 Жыл бұрын
I think it's an accurate 2016 KTM clone. Clutch plate count is down one. Explorer open chamber fork. This is a well liked chassis as well
@2strokeaddict830 Жыл бұрын
@@ottokirk2325 2017 clone, has counterbalance.. 2016 didnt.. it does have different fork and shock internals, different clutch and few bits that are not the same as the 2017 ktm
@XJonAye4 ай бұрын
The price is right, but I get concerned about durability and part availability.
@PeterParker-ot8pl Жыл бұрын
What the seat height like vs the Euro bikes?
@mrvolts92625 ай бұрын
Riding season is upon us 🎉
@BCMountainLife Жыл бұрын
Nice review. Alot of great info there and good to hear some of the negatives aswell. Seems like a fair assessment.
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I put a lot of time on these bikes before making the review which allowed me to learn a lot about what I liked and don’t like etc.
@MatYortube11 ай бұрын
I really enjoy watching your videos :) Please tell me a couple of technical details. Did you install Magura 9.5? I remember you mentioned it in previous videos. Does the recluse clutch cylinder run on magura mineral oil? Do you lose brakes when you ride on the back wheel?
@brentmccaleb7076 Жыл бұрын
Great filming on az in this video
@Antholography Жыл бұрын
This looks like a clone of a 2017- 2018 KTM XCW with Linkage. Having a Low / High beam switch makes me think they took queues from the European EXC's It'll be interesting to see what shakes out for these. Something to watch, for sure!
@fenner-g6088 Жыл бұрын
8.50 in OMG what a shot 👌
@MiamiSkeet11 ай бұрын
Bike doesn’t sound bad at all , I would definitely give it a shoot !!
@ogasi1798 Жыл бұрын
seems a legit video - thanks - i have been saying for a while people need to forget the stigma, the more like you that 'dare' to step away from our normal of orange and white etc the better the trajectory will be - we as buyers NEED and DESERVE better value, it is possible to get a great bike for less - btw i own two ktm, 1 sxf450 of 2013 (4 gears badboy :-) ) and 1 500 exc of 2020 that i ride daily and love everywhere
@sfdvisuals Жыл бұрын
Megs - thanks for the review. Is the suspension stock or lowered? If lowered front and rear? It looks like it does well even through whoops. Thanks again.
@ianferrier235 Жыл бұрын
Great review meg
@Randy_Cox Жыл бұрын
The real question is what does this bike offer that a yz250x doesn't. Because Yamaha has been doing this for a long time and has a quality track record and supports the industry, the races and riders. So when a yz250x is within $1000 of this bike I see it as a super hard sell.
@chadrides914 Жыл бұрын
bUt iT dOeSn’t hAvE e StArT 🤣
@ottokirk2325 Жыл бұрын
No engine vibration. But, YZ spensin' untouchable, unless you only ride Hard/Extreme terrain.
@Mike-uh2gw Жыл бұрын
Counterbalanced engine. Six speed transmission. .4 gallon larger fuel tank. E start, head light and a stator capable of running a few extra gadgets. That adds about 20 pounds the YZ doesn't have.
@EarthSurferUSA Жыл бұрын
What is the difference between "Hard Enduro" and "Trials Riding"? I don't know, but to me, Hard Enduro looks like Trials riding with a Enduro bike.
@arunvichetroth93916 ай бұрын
My friend got it new for $5200 before tax in Cambodia.
@Bosco613 Жыл бұрын
the power valve was definitely opening
@craighoffman6876 Жыл бұрын
Well produced video, and the bike certainly got put through it's paces. Wondering if this counter balanced?
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
Yes the motor is really well counter balanced.
@craighoffman6876 Жыл бұрын
@@megs_braap Sweet! That is a big deal. Once one rides a balanced 2T is is hard to go back to one that is not.
@sarahdell40427 ай бұрын
Solid review!
@sonnyriddles93719 ай бұрын
Hey Meg can you register and plate these bikes?
@megs_braap9 ай бұрын
Yes I believe so!
@RUSTY-A-L Жыл бұрын
What was the issue with the power valve? Is there any kind of basic warranty? How about parts availability? Now for the controversial question, what brand of premix oil & ratio do you use? Excellent video other KZbinr's were afraid to touch this brand.
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
The power valve wouldn't open. Yes there is warranty. Any factory issues are remedied immediately. They're really good about that. I'm running 50:1, but I think the manual for these bikes might call for 60:1 so I'm a bit rich. I run the Motul 710 when I can get it or Motorex if I can't find Motul.
@RUSTY-A-L Жыл бұрын
Thanks Meg hope to meet up with you next time your in Texas!@@megs_braap
@francescsalagaldon7346 Жыл бұрын
Rieju,mejor equipamiento,supensiones,etc,nunca vi una copia china de cualquier cosa funcionar bien,que es lo que es esta moto
@erichagen80537 ай бұрын
Do you have any recommendations for a beginner bike. I had a dirt bike 40 years ago and I ride an adventure bike on the street. I'm thinking about getting back into the dirt. I'm a short rider like yourself. I was looking at a KLX 300 since it's street legal. Thanks so much!
@morganeast3403 Жыл бұрын
Yeah the big 4 should have back up kick they are missing it fir sure .
@onthethrottle7104 Жыл бұрын
Why? I have several bikes and never ever use the back up kick starter. Only had one battery get low in 8 years and I ended up pushing the bike and bump starting it, you don't need a kick starter. If you need a kick starter you might need training wheels
@morganeast3403 Жыл бұрын
Yeah there 1 st ones will be the best they have real problems making quality parts and procedures ie qc qa they have a bad reputation on repeated process yes they can build really good product but they are the enemy so I won't feed them at all if I can help it but congrats on your great work , and the success you have I am proud of what a woman can do I always am a first supporter. Remember who they are thow make them pay you well.
@michael397 Жыл бұрын
chinese brand HEN JIAN cost USD 4100 in china, copy 2017 KTM 300EXC😁
@wrs46069 ай бұрын
Heng Jian Z300
@quentinleberg86502 ай бұрын
How is finding replacement parts for the bike?
@Superdisco199 Жыл бұрын
They should be like beta and release a line with KYB suspension for a premium price. A decent rider won't ride on xplor suspension let alone a chinese copy of xplor. Could argue same about the carb. I guess it depends on the type of buyer they are targetting.
@christiejames660711 ай бұрын
This is great but how long will this bike last in the long run yk like another 5 years from now is stuff gonna be breaking? Falling apart?
@TrailBoundco11 ай бұрын
I want to try one
@megs_braap11 ай бұрын
You should! I think you’d be pleasantly surprised. I sure was.
@Unpandarojoenlaciudad4 ай бұрын
Hola, cuando saldrá nuevo video???
@dirt_rider Жыл бұрын
sorry Megs, as I think I said before, I need a lot more convincing before buying a chinese copy of a ktm. yes it's cheap, they saved a lot on R&D I guess...
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
Not looking to convince you of anything my friend. Just giving an honest review.
@DUCEBSTR2 Жыл бұрын
Suspension upgrade up front??? or ran stock adjusted to you.. can you buy and ride?
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
I have not upgraded my suspension. I plan to because I upgrade the suspension on all my bikes but the stock suspension is fine.
@rudydalessandro10949 ай бұрын
I got the same bike called Lextra, the original name.
@mroberts48478 ай бұрын
I’ll buy one just for her
@Rugsadventures Жыл бұрын
$8900 on the website so I think I'll stick with KTM for that price Apparently I was on the Canadian page my apologies
@megs_braap Жыл бұрын
Not sure what website you're looking on but that is not the correct pricing here in the USA.
@1176hambone Жыл бұрын
Price is $6,899.99 on the website I'm seeing
@Rugsadventures Жыл бұрын
@megs_braap cool I'll look again thank you
@izom Жыл бұрын
ok so the bike is half the price from ktm- i just would be interested in how doees the motor and no name suspension hold up after some years ;-)
@davidbeauvais1364 Жыл бұрын
Can you review the 250r
@chattarinkhuntongpan98973 ай бұрын
It’s a product of thailand . 🇹🇭 But production made in China.
@kirkhuhtala367911 ай бұрын
How many hours do you have on it ? Thanks
@ShareefTraish-dm5wf11 ай бұрын
What carburetor comes with this?
@user-lw3wm2vj2m10 ай бұрын
What gear ratio are you using?
@NycX360 Жыл бұрын
Dope!
@user-vv3yj4ks9b Жыл бұрын
Hello! What size and model of carburetor do you use on your bike?
@clintonlied Жыл бұрын
Keihin PWK 36/38mm Airstryker QUADW
@joelcerqueira12805 ай бұрын
Same price as rieju and half the bike and dealer support
@noControl556 Жыл бұрын
Looks a lot like a Chinese rip off of a 2017 era KTM. Not necessarily a bad thing if they ripped it off enough that KTM parts will fit it.
@Antholography Жыл бұрын
I think they're Thai, not Chinese.
@noControl556 Жыл бұрын
@@Antholography Every google result says their Chinese, and of course the main website doesn't say at all where the bikes are made.
@alexkevan3887 Жыл бұрын
I just want to know how they are able to sell this bike that is a complete copy, like is this licensed by KTM to sell this bike?
@2strokeaddict830 Жыл бұрын
@@alexkevan3887 cfmoto is a sister company partly owned by Ktm... Thats how they can make this bike and not get into trouble...
@timbjork2098 Жыл бұрын
right i'm fine with rip off if replacement parts can be used. don't always wan't the latest and greatest, not like ktm will remake a year that I like. so if you want a new bike you would be stuck with all new issues but like your 2017 you can get a new old bike.
@jackieenx7085 Жыл бұрын
Rieju !!!!
@Matthew-wn8oq5 ай бұрын
If you have been working with them for years developing this bike , why are you modding it with carbs , clutches , suspension? Doesnt sound like GPX is listening to you much.
@meyerlansky4528 Жыл бұрын
Rieju 300 mr
@EarthSurferUSA Жыл бұрын
Where is the bike made? Still won't try lowering your bars huh. I wish you would try it. You would find cornering control that you never knew existed. You do a better vid related to dirt bikes than anybody in the world IMO.
@christiejames660711 ай бұрын
I would love it if they didnt copy the ktm and husky look and parts
@DeadRoman Жыл бұрын
It will do better of they release it under the cfmoto brand
@Todd-rk2lb9 ай бұрын
yamaha dtr
@rieshoover2689 ай бұрын
It looks like a ktm
@spookslam7 ай бұрын
What happened to this girl after this video?
@megs_braap7 ай бұрын
I’ve been slammed. Lots going on with my clinic tours and private lessons etc. I have videos in the works though!
@spookslam7 ай бұрын
@@megs_braap You disappeared when I needed you most. 😅 I'm planning to buy one of these bikes. So I've been collecting info. You're well though. That's what matters. Thanks for replying. ✋