My Quest to Build the Ultimate YZ250X! - How I set up my Yamaha YZ250x for HARD ENDURO!!

[@JasonHamborg]

Lots of you will notice I don't have the Fisch Moto e-start on my bike. To be honest, after a few years of testing the product I was kinda burnt out from the process and couldn't be bothered to install it on this bike. I really enjoyed having the e-start, but was rushed for time this spring to get my bike built and running. That being said, the Fisch option is really great, and if you want the button it's definitely the e-start to get!

[@mountainslapstick6170]

damn that doesn't make much sense for a true hard enduro bike haha

[@americanaccents]

This was super informative man. I am 2 years into writing and basically just do hair scrambles but I always love to hear about different people's setups and this was very well put together. thanks for taking the time. be safe! -Nick

[@JasonHamborg]

Cheers! Appreciate the feedback!

[@BraydenSikora]

Hey man, love the content! On my yz250x i ran the fmf gnarly as well and mated it with the turbinecore 2.1 and it brought back the top end. The turbinecore 2.1 is very long and fmf told me thats what gives the bike the top end performance. apex head with the fmf combo, bike was an animal. On a Sherco now but love the yz.

[@xZKrYpTiK]

sick video bro. cant wait till i get another yz for trail riding

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Airbox option -drill multiple 1/2 inch holes in number plate for added clean air, especially at 5k-10k plus altitude -also holes reduce airbox intake vacuum, reduces drawing dusty air from rear wheel well

[@Aphillyatd420]

IM PRAYING thr fantic 300 is yamahas test model for a 300 2 stroke! esp now yamaha has cody webb!

[@RyderSigety]

Impressive video, well said, like the honesty. We have days of hard enduro trails right outside of NYC, u can see NYC from our trails. We even have legal -ish way to ride the bikes into the city. My dad did Erzberg. U should come ride with us...

[@JasonHamborg]

@@RyderSigety 🙌

[@danlefe]

NYC hard enduro sounds sick

[@kyleperrry]

Freaking awesome video! Do a straight YZ250 next maybe, it's got the correct gearing, just needs a 6th(c'mon Yamaha). I really enjoyed hearing the details of your setup, thanks!

[@JasonHamborg]

@@kyleperrry thank you for stopping in!!

[@pauliewalnuts240]

@2:05 what snapping sensation are you talking about with full wrap around bark busters? Do you mean when you hit a tree or something with the bark busters and your handlebars try to rip out of your hands?

[@JasonHamborg]

Yeah exactly. I find with flags, you get a bit more play in the system and those small clips of the trees you don't feel that snapping sensation.

[@GoldenAppleGamers]

Gonna be hard to beat Cody’s build 😮

[@JasonHamborg]

He'll have the hitliss system over me... but it's on my radar for next year!

[@bitiberg]

Great presentation!!! I really enjoyed the video! 👏

[@onthethrottle7104]

Sweet set up, been looking to pick one of these up and add it to the stable.

[@JasonHamborg]

@@onthethrottle7104 cheers!

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Apex Head/jetting -Apex lists a jetting chart for Keihin carb that works pretty well (32/1 mix)

[@easterntownshipsenduro]

Great video, you should try the Lexx pipe, it's the same as stock but with 18 gauge steel (more low torque) like the Fmf gnarly but 100$ cheaper and it doesn't lack of power at top end.

[@jakeb1778]

I just bought a 24 yz250x. What do you recommend for break-in procedure and mixture. Can i run 40:after break in without re-jetting? Thank you

[@JasonHamborg]

The yamaha breakin procedure in the manual is out to lunch... I typically just go straight to 40:1 and don't hold it wide open for extended periods for the first couple rides haha

[@jakeb1778]

@JasonHamborg awesome thanks! What oil do you run or recommend for trail riding?

[@JasonHamborg]

@@jakeb1778 I use ATF. The dextron 6 spec, not sure where you live, but I'm in Canada and use Petro Canada oil

[@Lucrestyle]

GYTR chain guide and flywheel! And come race the corduroy enduro next year!

[@mikebarnato7632]

Cool video great info 👍

[@JasonHamborg]

@@mikebarnato7632 cheers!

[@luislozada6445]

You don’t try the hitlis system for the power valve ?

[@JasonHamborg]

@luislozada6445 the hitlis wasn't even on my radar when I built this bike up... BUT I've heard a lot of really good things over the last few months. Really considering it for next season upgrade

[@SkankHardEnduro]

I had the Narly, it smashes just as easy. After years of replacing and fixing pipes I finally ordered/tried the E-line cover and to my surprise it was worth every penny. My new pipe with only a few hours on it would have looked like a T-rex chewed on it. BTW, rumor is Yamaha coming out with e-start.

[@1225runescape]

Can you go over the fan install?

[@JasonHamborg]

@@1225runescape video on my channel that shows it off a bit better

[@1_wheelshredder973]

Next time ur split it cases get a yz 3erd and take out the yzx 3erd gear and replace it it make the transition from 3ed to 4th so much better i dit it on my bike and love it. The 3erd gear on the yzx is a bit smaller the the yz

[@rztrzt]

Doesn't make sense, the yz 3rd won't work, 3 vs 4 dogs so gears won't mesh.

[@brennan5220]

Apex MX dome is sweeeeet!!

[@brainstain22]

Very thorough video. You've thought about everything...lol.

[@notoriusmuskle1912]

Out of curiosity why do you like the mx dome over the xc? I know you said you like the more aggressive power delivery on the mx but doesn’t the description of the xc dome from apex suit your riding more? Kinda makes me stuck between domes, I’ve been looking at getting the xc to increase the lug of my 13 front tooth stock 24’ 250x, and would like to hear your thoughts on the lug of both domes. Are the xc and Mx similar in bottom end power for enduro?

[@JasonHamborg]

Both domes you'll be happy with. I had the luxury of trying both. They both help down low, but I would say the MX might ramp up a bit quicker than the XC.

[@davenawahine4428]

Apex plate: I put rivet nuts in the frame rails so its a direct bolt on So much nicer and easier .

[@SurfJdog]

Have you found a secret fix for the vibration? Thats the only thing I don't like about the bike, my hands go numb after riding all day. Tried different grips, flex bars, mako360 but it still doesn't feel like a counterbalanced ktm.

[@IndianaWhitetailFanatics]

WHERE DO YOU BUY YOUR SXS BURLYS?

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Airbox in dry/ dusty conditions -seal /weatherstripping/ duct tape airbox to rear wheel well area... -dusty air gets drawn up from wheel well at open joints -(opening at bottom of airbox ahead of wheel well ok)

[@brennan5220]

One of the best platforms to start with in history!!

[@carlatamanczyk3891]

Use wish that Yamaha would install a true wide ratio 5 or 6 speed gear box.

[@notoriusmuskle1912]

Great vid as always very professional. Is the apex really that worth it? Like you said you recommend it’s the first thing someone should put on their bike, but I just wouldn’t want to be disappointed by it by noticing little or no change.

[@JasonHamborg]

@@notoriusmuskle1912 first thing IF you're looking for more power and you've already dropped a tooth on the front sproket. But yeah, as far as engine stuff, it works great and is noticeable

[@notoriusmuskle1912]

@ I’m also a bit in between domes with the XC and MX, heard some mixed reviews. I’m mainly riding very similar terrain to the stuff you got in PG, and I know u switched from the XC to the MX just because your a more aggressive rider. When you had the XC did you really have any massive regrets with it? And with the MX, did it give you the same pulling power and lug down low that XC claims?

[@JasonHamborg]

@notoriusmuskle1912 both are strong and honestly I think you'll be happy with both... the sx is the only one that's too gnarly for technical offroad haha

[@hennomeyer3236]

Have you considered magura hydraulic clutch?

[@RiceEater01]

How did you like the boyesen rad valve? Performance? Longevity?

[@JasonHamborg]

Yeah it was good. I ran it for a couple years. Using the VForce now and it is also really strong. Big upgrade on these bikes!

[@RiceEater01]

@@JasonHamborg awesome thank you!

[@SirValak]

Awesome build bro, what are your clicker settings? I got the same bike and like your suspension settings.

[@JasonHamborg]

@@SirValak ooof hahah I couldn't tell ya! Soft compression (ish) and quick-ish rebound haha

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Del Sagio fork mod -XR Kit for KYB -replaces high friction base reservoir with an air bladder ...

[@davenawahine4428]

Can you share your jetting specs?

[@evans4983]

I have the Acerbis tank and I run a fan on mine

[@evans4983]

Also talk to p3 I helped them make some subframe guards that keep you from wearing out the welds on the square tubing

[@evans4983]

You might not have a problem tho due to the kick stand holding your boot out farther

[@nicks2wheelchannel920]

What clutch cover is that

[@whoisgio5426]

Why you have removed tubliss on the rear?

[@JasonHamborg]

I have a wheel with an XC style tire and tubliss. Plus a wheel with the mouse and soft gummy tire.

[@kurtnoyes2284]

What happened to the electric start

[@JasonHamborg]

Pinned a comment about it!

[@OldBrokenBastards]

He does mention it in the description. I have the Fisch Moto e-start on my 2019 YZ 250. Right now I have just over 40 hours on it and it’s worked flawlessly.

[@JarinGagner]

good info....nice vid

[@JasonHamborg]

@@JarinGagner thanks!

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Clutch/throttle cables -just replace them every season -keep levers clean

[@JasonHamborg]

In the past I've tried the motion pro cables... they are okay, but I prefer the feeling of stock!

[@charleswilletts8327]

Why do you call it y zed?

[@JasonHamborg]

It's a Canadian thing... Eh!

[@charleswilletts8327]

​@JasonHamborg well alrighty then 😂

[@outfitr9703]

Can't believe Yamaha won't put elec start on these machines.

[@bmdbigfeet1031]

Probably because it keeps the price down . The minute they bring the bike up to current offroad level as the Europeans, expect the price to climb significantly. As of right now, the YZX is a hell of a bargain.

[@loopeyshooter503]

​@@bmdbigfeet1031not in Australia. Almost $14000 which is ridiculous for what you get.

[@bmdbigfeet1031]

@loopeyshooter503 yeah it is ridiculous but what's the price of a xc 250 ? Canada they're under 9 for a yz250x.

[@stevemccurley1707]

Looks like you didn't pursue electric start on this one

[@JasonHamborg]

@@stevemccurley1707 pinned comment

[@rideoutwest7885]

Can't call it the ultimate build without trying hitlis. Missing out my boy.

[@JasonHamborg]

@rideoutwest7885 duuude that's what I'm hearing! It wasn't even on my radar until pretty recently!

[@rideoutwest7885]

@@JasonHamborg you won't regret it. The power is unbelievably linear and does amazing here in the Colorado gnar. It's certainly worth way more than he charges. It has been the best mod I've done and I've tried it all on a yz (except the estart which idk if I ever will). The hitlis works best with an apex sx head/dome after all my 'experimenting'.

[@zackiaryruddick701]

Hi , i have a 23 yz250 put a ganarly pipe with a powercore2 silencer and i notice the top end singing off like you said if i put the stock silencer on the ganarly pipe will that give top end back? And is it ok to swap pipes and silencers around? I like the low end of the ganarly pipe but i also like to ride top end alot and the fmf looks amazing lol

[@JasonHamborg]

Doubtful. I think it's the gnarly that kills the overrev

[@zackiaryruddick701]

@JasonHamborg ok I was told it was the long silencer that give too end

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Chain guide -GYTR chain guide better -Bullet Proof Designs makes a reinforcement bracket

[@JasonHamborg]

Will look into this!

[@CMSWORKMUSIC]

WHAT IF YOU JUST BOUGHT A PROPER ENDURO BIKE. GIVE CODY WEBB A COUPLE YEARS TO PUSH GTYR TO MAKE SOME PROPER ADD ONS. LIKE A FAN.

[@mikeking7388]

Frig you dad, I have money now 😂

[@eddymerkin]

I love your riding man. I got four minutes in and feel like the vid is too brief. Not because I think 30 minutes for a set up vid is too short. I would like to see your lever angles, how far in they are, where your finger contacts the lever, clutch freeplay, clutch engagement point, knuckle angle for each lever, bar width, bar sweep, rise, bar roll, clamp locations, reach from the pegs, height from the pegs, guard angles, grip width and button locations. Those are all things I highly scrutinized on my bikes. Maybe I should start a U toob channel.

[@jonsainsbury8726]

Handlebar mounts -Mako 360 -dont raise bar height -lighter -full range of motion/absorption

[@johnlastname2895]

Please don't say y-zed it's a yz

[@JasonHamborg]

@@johnlastname2895 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@sled9263]

In America it is y-zee. In Canada they say y-zed.

[@scottrugenstein7034]

I opted not to put electric start on my 22 instead I invested in a Rekluse auto clutch which eliminates stalling and is a game changer when things get technical. Best bike out there and definitely best suspension

[@peterodonohue4482]

The rest of the world calls them YZed. The yanks have to be different......... like the rest of the world uses metric, but the yanks persist with bloody "Imperial" measurement.........

[@JasonHamborg]

@peterodonohue4482 haha play nice gang 🤣