X pro Templar 250 Nibbi carb and other upgrades

[@Shaw.77]

Great to see you back on the bike. You make the absolute best stuff. Thanks

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks man! I really appreciate it 😊👍

[@richsharp1524]

Finally. Mike is back in the house. Great to hear from ya man. Gonna watch the video now 😊

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Rich! 😊👍

[@MaryK4242]

At 56 years old I'm looking for a bike to learn how to ride. Never to old I hope. I am restoring a 69 CB350 and I do not want to be a total beginner on her. If I could find guards for her I might but, I cannot find em. Anaywho, One of the X-Pro 250 bikes feels like the right choice learn on. Thanks for sharing and all the links.

[@hootmx198]

Your prior video helped convince me to pick one up for myself. Been having a blast on it. It was exactly what i meeded to get me back into riding.

[@msears101]

I like your rear fender redesign. These things happen. Thanks always. I always like your context. You have a calm, honest, format that is always appreciated.

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha yes that fender got jacked up 😂 Thanks man for checking out my videos! I really appreciate it 😊👍

[@PotatoeJoe69]

Been waiting for this one!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! 😊👍

[@MrJanaRobi]

It sounds good ! No hesitation .I pinched my throttle cable on KDX wide open between headset and the steering stop and I looped it .

[@Mikefestiva]

So far it’s made a nice difference installing that Nibbi 30mm carb on the Templar. Man that sucks about looping out on your KDX. Those KDX 200 bikes are fantastic on the trails! I really liked mine. 😊👍

[@wesmadebuilds681]

On my GY6 that giant knob makes it easy to adjust idle, but my carb is wide open and I can just reach down at a traffic light to tweak it if needed. I can see if it were buried being a pain though.

[@cookiemomster9000]

Always informative! Love the blue sky on the trail ride! Thank you! 🌞

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for watching! 😊👍

[@tylerkinley268]

Just bought a templar 250 base. First Chinese brand bike, and everyone said powersportsmax had good service. Thanks for your insight.

[@michaeldavison430]

Mike, we refer to the stock tires on the Templars as "big wheel tires" and if your of a certain age you know exactly what that implies...we're on the fence as to whether a set of gummys would ruin some of the fun and liveliness of these things. Love the gummys on my 300 2 stroke but thats a very different experience.

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha 😂 yes I know what you are talking about 👍 I probably will ride the stock tires for a while before replacing them, it’s a hard balance for a dual sport bike, there’s always a trade off for long lasting on the pavement and good traction on the trails. If you come up with a tire combo you like let me know.

[@henrydement8465]

Sup bro. Great late night entertainment. Thanks for showing the carb upgrade!

[@MattLitkeRacing]

Spark arrestor was a great tip. Thanks!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Matt 😊👍 definitely save the woods and save on a ticket 🎫

[@connorwilson8078]

I had to do same with my 250 mate I put a few spacers underneath the tank to raise a little

[@dodgeme1986truck]

I would recommend adding a larger foot for the kickstand or at least bringing a kickstand foot pad

[@MrTbone1113]

Really enjoying these videos, have been seriously considering picking one of these bikes up just to play around with since watching these 🤙🏻

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video! So far I have been really enjoying this bike. Time will tell but I have a feeling it’s going to hold up well with basic maintenance. 👍

[@_autoverse]

Was neat to hear your music in this vid, reminds me of your older vids with the drum breaks. Also reminded me of a drummer named Yusef Dayes, I recommend that you check out their music.

[@MichaelPernice]

I got one of these bikes like a year ago got 968 miles on it and honestly I hate it, it may just be me but I've had nothing but issue with it but I'm not giving up hope gonna try this. I just changed the timing on the intake and now it sounds and responds a hell of a lot better.

[@Wil_Liam1]

A timing adjustment,larger main jet,valve adjustment,larger header,freer flowing air filter,some performance synthetic oils in engine and forks,a new brand name plug,and boot or coil,wire and boot,tune it and possibly have some extra oomph,reliability,maybe 😁...

[@sojourner1999]

I dont get why youtube waited 7 days to pop this to my feed. Another great video.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video 👍 Yes YT seems to not notify most of my subscribers anymore, at least YT didn’t unsubscribe you like they have been doing to countless of my subscribers in the past year. It sure seems like YT is trying to sink my channel.

[@trevorjameson3213]

@@Mikefestiva I didn't get notified either, until just today!

[@CheapBikeOwner]

Bought mine this January and I’ve put 2,300 ish miles on my Templar 250 x. Holding up good so far with daily commute and occasional trail riding when the weather is nice in Washington 😂

[@Mikefestiva]

Nice man! Glad it’s been holding up well for you. So far I really like it, it’s far better then I would have expected it to be 😊👍

[@CheapBikeOwner]

@@Mikefestiva yeah same! Lol

[@holeshot1721]

You could prbly get the xr200 hi rev kit the cdi box looks to be the same. That engine layout is honda xr200 all the way

[@Motovation.785]

Thanks for talking about the carb as in depth as you did I’m about to take mine off my bike to clean it and you just taught me a bit more about them

[@lancenutter1067]

I had a 2006 Roketa. Had horrible rear suspension. Found that a DR125 rear shock fit pretty well. Did a lot to make it a better ride.

[@051biohaz]

Thanks for the upload dude, looks like a fun little bike..:)

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video man 😊👍

[@JL-FBGM]

What replacement battery did you end up using? I'm having a hard time finding info on the dimensions

[@sjoemie_himself]

Just casually riding trails with an almost brand new bike and doing live commentary while you're at it. You're a better rider than I am for sure! 😂 Greetings from the Netherlands, Mark

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video 👍 Haha good times out on the trail 😊 Man your tractor is turning out really nice!

[@bwxmoto]

Haven't watched whole vid yet, I'm curious about the fork suspension travel. Did you ever put a zip tie on the stanchion and see how much travel it has? They rarely list that important spec with these bikes I have noticed. Also wondering about rear suspension travel but that's harder to measure I guess.

[@fredmartinez933]

Awesome mountain bike..🦾

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Fred! 😊👍

[@boonejames]

I use the same spark arrestor in my two stroke I have to pull it out and clean it once in a while

[@georgepidick9967]

Awesome Mike, I had an old cr 125 that I made modification to.. adds down force !

[@jamessparkes5492]

Great video mate, I can't wait to see your trail riding vid! With a bit of tuning I'm sure it'll fly 👍

[@IForgeWeight]

My nibbi carb i took a chance and bolted it up started right up so much smoother. Better response. Bike runns cooler templer cb223

[@Sven-_Trials]

I put a 4 degree key and it really woke up the power with the Nibbi on my GPX.

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on 👍 where did you order your 4° key from? I will definitely check that out.

[@Sven-_Trials]

@@Mikefestiva Henner motorsports will get you where you want to go

[@pd8559]

Templar X has rimlocks installed in both wheels out of the box. Run low pressure on the dirt.

[@Mikefestiva]

Yes mine also has rim locks, you still won’t get down to 6or 5 PSI without a pinched tube. Tubeless is the way to go, but because I’m still using it on the street I probably won’t go all out on that and gummy tires.

[@henrymathis8862]

the expro rxe 250 is 85 mph stock im more than likely going faster than the 85 it feels like its still climbing in top speed test and the rxe250 addresses all the problems from the hawk and templar models and made the rxe250 so far no complaints its a very good dual sport you should possibly check the xpro rxe250.. i know im really enjoying mine lol.. enjoy your day.

[@jcx5659]

What gearing are you talking about? A 250 going 85mph? Difficult to imagine.

[@zapo4867]

​@jcx5659 u never heard of a cbr250

[@joshbarba5061]

That's a pretty sweet bike, also the Icon tools are awesome. I have a pretty good collection of them. I use the screwdrivers almost every day.

[@Mikefestiva]

Those Icon tools seem to work really well 👍 all my Hercules 20 volt cordless tools have been holding up great as well. I Definitely have been enjoying this bike so far, time will tell how it holds up but so far it’s far better then I would have expected it to be.

[@slick8345]

mike witch do u prefer the storm dlx 150 this thks 250? im 5'7 as well 160lbs wana gonna go for the 150 because its lighter but the 250 engine design will last longer. i want to be able to have both toes down if possible.

[@billrhodes4451]

Have you found a skid plate that will fit the DLX 250 model?

[@brianbush3247]

Like the others, I have been excited for this video and it didn't disappoint. Good work. I also enjoy your music. Looking forward to seeing how you approach removing the cat converter in an upcoming video. Cheers!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Brian 😊👍 I probably will cover the Cat in a future video but I did get some flack from some people when I mentioned it in a previous video, people thought it would destroy the woods and animals if I removed it 😂

[@chriskuempel1025]

Another great video. 💪

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Chris 😊

[@DingDongDrift]

man i wish these bikes were bigger for my giant 6'4" ass. Also Fisch Racing is an awesome company, they're my transmission adapter sponsor! I didn't even know they had a Fisch moto division that's awesome!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video! Haha yes this is a little small for you, the X Model sounds like it’s a bit bigger but no one seems to actually talk about that in every video I have seen on them. Interesting is that Fisch out of BC Canada as well?

[@DingDongDrift]

@@Mikefestiva yep, exact same company i just checked their location on their website. same address even.

[@Coco-Crisp25]

Check out the Trailmaster 38, 36 or 35. Seat height is 37 inches. I’m 6’2” and I fit very comfortably. The Trailmaster series seem to be of better build quality too from what I’ve noticed in multiple videos.

[@amerikian]

Thanks for video. I have the Templar M 120 miles so far all stock except chain and bark busters. Been bad weather. What is the model of that battery?

[@Mikefestiva]

It’s the Antigravity 4cell battery. 👍

[@timothywilliams2021]

Tamper proof screws are the worst. But at least someone else hadn't gotten to the tamper proof screws before you and put them back in.

[@ut90J]

Can you put a mileage update at the beginning of each video for these Xpro bikes?

[@Mikefestiva]

Yes I will keep everyone posted on the miles as I start riding more. 👍

[@dougtravins9624]

Looks like a lot of fun Mike.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Doug 😊👍

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Love this! Keep the content coming @Mike! Are you aware of an Amazon bike that can take a bigger rider? 6'1" 200lbs here, don't think the 250 will suit me.

[@Mikefestiva]

I think the X model Templar with adjustable suspension is overall a bigger bike, the frame and suspension and Engine is different, I hear the X model is overall larger? But I haven’t seen many videos of people mentioning there height when sitting on them. Something worth looking into.

[@michaeldavison430]

In our riding group we have both the X and the base model. They are completely different bikes with the X being significantly larger, it is the same size as a KTM or Husky whereas the base model several inches smaller in every dimension and honestly fills a void in the current dirtbike market where shorter riders are left tiptoeing especially in off camber singletrack.

[@timothywilliams2021]

​@@michaeldavison430 Great to know. I was wondering the same thing. All these bikes look small.

[@daniellang6112]

Tenacious! Great job!

[@ralphsrides]

I put a Fisch Moto spark arrestor in my bike - and now I can't get the thing back out. I used the loctite, and the screws are so cheap, they stripped out inside. Kind of defeats the purpose of it being removable for cleaning.

[@jesusapariciosilva]

Part list I got going: Bel-Ray 10W Fork oil Máxima Break in oil Antigravity Lithium Battery MZS Short handle Clutch U Clamp Steel Break Line DoubleTake adventure Mirrors Pivotrax Inner tubes Igreely 4g battery cables Nibbi Handle Bar Grips Fahren H4 LED light Nibbi Short Release Throttle Rhental 5mm Bar clamps Renthal Handle Bar Suzuki RMZ Plastics QuadLock Mounts Shinko 705 18/21 Street Tires JT Sprockets 40t Niche Gold 520 X Chain Máxima Racing Pro Filter Nibbi 30mm PWK Carburetor MSD Spark plug Boot Nibbi performance Ignition Coil NGK Iridium Spark Plug GoldPlug Magnetic Oil Plug JFG Full Exhaust WPS Rim Strip

[@v-giny5507]

would you please make a video on your bike and where its at now? just an overall review of the bike?

[@aaronsukotsky3875]

It’s here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha yes 👍

[@Skiridr22]

Great episode Mike 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! Thanks 😊

[@brettmcguire114]

Do you make concern I have had a Templar 250 for 2 years now have 500 miles on it with zero problems 95% trail ridden I am 5'11 2:20 lb 55 year old used to run 250 2 strokes was looking for something little calmer this has been perfect. Have done zero upgrades.

[@AmeeGoMurdøçk]

i wish i can get a dirtbike one day

[@AdamEdward]

what about the hole where you removed the OEM muffler tip? wont exhaust leak from that and bypass the spark arrestor?

[@smileyguyz]

You're probably right, but really the main reason to add one is to be legal in a lot of places.

[@thebigdustin]

Wooo! New Festiva content, love these bike videos. Im more of an ATV guy though. Maybe you can do that at some point.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks man! Yes I have an ATV video idea but I’m still looking for another beat ass old 4x4 quad before I can make that video. Probably early summer I will have that video. Take care and have a great weekend 👍

[@thebigdustin]

@@Mikefestiva Kawasaki Prairie. Great machines. Sporty but 4x4. Solid rear axle. Should be able to find a 400 for cheap!

[@Gunge-vq2ik]

sweet mods done right!!!! thanks!!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Glad you like my video! Thanks 😊

[@williamrehberg2546]

I felt you on the tamper proof screws way too dang hard...😂

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha yes they suck 😂

[@johnquijote7194]

Loving the dirty bike content!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! Thanks 😊

[@ukaszsobota6756]

I heard pz30 carb with accelerator pump really awakens those bikes

[@CheapBikeOwner]

Accelerator pump?

[@sonofasausageking9267]

Great episode! How did you settle on going with the Xpro and would you know when they get them in stock? They look sold out.

[@Mikefestiva]

I would recommend checking out my first video I made on the bike, I explain why I decided to get it. I would suggest calling Powersportsmax ( the place I ordered mine from) or any other place that sells them and asking when they maybe back it stock, I don’t work with the company so I would not know when they come back in stock again.

[@andrewkuhtz]

Dude, ur videos are awesome! You give great explanation of everything! Im not sure if i should get the 5 speed version of this bike or the 6 speed? Any thoughts?

[@sgtshultz13]

6 speed. Probably has a counter balanced motor also

[@drewsss49]

@@sgtshultz13why 6? I had the same question but I'm new to bikes.

[@dodgeme1986truck]

Watch the shipping from xpro as they don't use freight insurance and ship signature not required if your purchase arrives damaged they will give you the runaround... I am still fighting with it a month+ later still unresolved...

[@Mikefestiva]

That’s a bummer, I ordered my bikes from Power sports max and luckily they shipped fine. The company was good about the headlight cage that needed to be replaced for my Storm 150 and the tail lights that went out. They shipped them out pretty quickly. What got damaged in shipping on your bike?

[@dodgeme1986truck]

@@Mikefestiva frame and plastics took a forklift fork bent frame and put a hole in the plastics

[@The-truth-is-valuable.]

Just shows you how a "simple" thing like that idle screw can screw you... -The bike sounds impressive. I am not big into off-roads, (used to be when I was much younger), but I also do learn quite a bit from watching you fiddling with it. (Any further camper builds?)

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for watching 👍 Probably not any new camper builds planned for the near future, but I do plan on getting out with my mini truck and camper soon for a weekend camping video 😊

[@polly_sacharride]

If you think removing and reinstalling the carb bank for an inline 4 is miserable you should try an old V4. The first time I had to clean and rebuild the carbs on my old V65 Magna, I seriously considered just selling the bike about halfway through. 🤣

[@Mikefestiva]

Haha I bet it’s awful 😂

[@acuraintegrar5]

Great vid Mike!! These bikes always made me wonder if they were good or not. To be honest i kind of wish i bought one of those gpx tse250r instead of my DRZ but at the end of the day my DRZ will be worth more. Maybe ill get lucky and find a good used gpx to play around with lol

[@trevorjameson3213]

Your DRZ will also last forever and never (or rarely) have any issues at all. I had one for ten years and never had a problem with it. Who knows with these chinese bikes though. I do like the Xpro but after watching a lot of videos I think I'll pass, and try to find an old XR250 or something for the trails.

[@LisaBrandt-m7b]

Hey Mike, I'm new to social media communication. I just got my son a Templar. I saw that you changed the rear sprocket. Do you know if that works with the stock chain? Thank you, Peter

[@thewatcher5271]

Another Good One, Man. I've Been Subbed Since You Got The 150. So, You're A Pianist? Thank You.

[@harris8390]

where was this filmed?

[@teedawg2112]

Comment for the algorithm

[@jeffferguson899]

cool bike. unfortunatly I dont think we can get those in Canada

[@leviflores1363]

Hey i like your videos js subbed but i want to see your opinion on the apollo z40, its a 140cc engine with an upgraded carb they say.. i just want to see your opinion in it because they rip!! Also quite cheap

[@joell439]

👍👍😎👍👍 looks like a great alternative

[@antoniosantiago97]

i just got my xpro storm can i put the nibbi carb on it and what other upgrades can i do to it

[@emochick7118]

I’m 5’5 do you think I’d be able to ride it no problem? I do ride motorcycles I just don’t know if this one is too tall.

[@Mikefestiva]

As long as you don’t add any preload to the rear shock and maybe slide the front forks up in the triple clamps about a 1/2” I think it will work for you. I also had a subscriber mentioned he was too short for the bike and bought a little shorter rear shock and it now fits him great. I think the fella made a video about it. Look up Storm 150 rear shock upgrade and maybe you will find the video.

[@spearvhs]

I like the music you made.

[@MrNosajwhitey]

Awesome 👌

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊

[@paulwatts905]

👍👍thanks for sharing.

[@Mikefestiva]

No problem 👍

[@thewatcher5271]

Good Video. More Do's & Don'ts. That's How We Learn! Thank You. (Comment #167)

[@americantherapy1366]

In the last episode for this templar you mentioned adding an oil cooler. Have you decided against it?

[@Mikefestiva]

I have it still but haven’t installed it yet, I probably will install it this summer but I do wonder if it will be worth installing? Trying to weigh out if the complexity and extra lines are worth the gains on a dirt bike?

[@rennierrodil6119]

@@Mikefestiva I believe that there are conversion kits that are plug and play for that bike

[@Mikefestiva]

@@rennierrodil6119 Yes this kit fits right into the side case oil screen filter cap, it should be plug and play, I’m just not sure if I’m going to run it due to extra lines to possibly get ripped off when riding on the trails. I may fit it up and see how clean I can install the kit to keep it low profile this summer.

[@Dshideler2002]

My man!

[@stephenaz-moto3655]

Mike, Are you riding in the capitol forest?

[@luaxongfan01]

Là một người Mỹ nhưng mike rất thích sử dụng xe được sản xuất tại châu á thật thú vị 😂.

[@Mikefestiva]

I haven’t owned many US made vehicles other then my old Ford F250. Mostly Japanese vehicles for me.

[@luaxongfan01]

@@Mikefestiva thật tuyệt vời những nội dung của bạn rất dễ hiểu cho người mới

[@darrinrebagliati5365]

Thanks!

[@Mikefestiva]

You bet! 😊

[@joshhansen1749]

Will these fit the dlx

[@NameName-eq7oe]

How much power did the carb add?

[@smartacus88]

@@NameName-eq7oe Doubles the horsepower, creates afterthrust, and takes 10 pounds of weight off the bike. Oh yeah, it makes the bike fly.

[@v-giny5507]

@@smartacus88 mine took 15 pounds off the bike! it got even crazier when i hooked up a can of galaxy gas where the air filter goes.

[@thomasanderson2094]

Looks like jones creek trails 🤔

[@zapo4867]

Are you able to peel off all those stickers

[@Gokywildcats11]

Why carb modi fi. And why upgrade spark assestor

[@Mikefestiva]

I explained it in the video.

[@novasgrandpa]

I can't find one available anywhere.

[@Mikefestiva]

I’m pretty sure they are out of stock, I’m sure they will be back in stock soon.

[@NickE-r8l]

Get a seat done by rich's in kingston!

[@drewsss49]

What's the top speed on one of these?

[@ElementalTJ]

I am wondering as well. Having a 6-speed sounds great! The listing says 'Max Speed (MPH) 60+ (Depending on Riders Weight and Road Conditions)'

[@lhalloran94]

I appreciate you caring about the forest but $90 for that is actual robbery. 1-1/4 OD pipe, steel mesh, and some JB weld would do the same for $2...

[@Mikefestiva]

I think you may have missed the actual point of that, It’s not about putting mesh in the exhaust, it’s about avoiding a much larger ticket when out on any state trail or forest service road. Good luck talking yourself out of a ticket with some JB weld and mesh.

[@grigori-prish]

🤗

[@stubbsmuffin]

Step 1: restrict exhaust Step 2: add larger carb Step 3: $$$

[@Mikefestiva]

It’s a $1800 bike, there isn’t really much you need do to it. Step 3 isn’t really necessary 🤣 but I know lots of people that spend loads of money on new KTM bikes after they buy them.

[@stubbsmuffin]

@@Mikefestiva I'm just giving you hell. You added a larger carb and then restricted the exhaust which is counterintuitive

[@stubbsmuffin]

@@Mikefestiva and since you like experimenting, it would be interesting to test the back pressure on the epa test port on the header to see if there is a much of a difference when adding the spark arrestor. Possibly use that as a segway to further muffler testing and design. Like different through baffles styles, their effect on pitch and decibels, and their effect on back pressure

[@MinisodaMotoventures]

why does no one get the flatslide nibbi carbs they are a million times better

[@Mikefestiva]

A million times better 😂 a little bit of an exaggeration but I’m sure they are better. What’s the model number that will fit the Templar?

[@wetheran91]

Nibbi Pwk 28mm