Should You Buy a SSR Pit Bike... Everything You Need To Know

[@jimbeaux89]

Got my very first dirtbike this past summer at the age of 32. Wanted something with enough get but not too much that would be dangerous. Also wanted something brand new, but also budget friendly. Went with the ssr 189, and about 15 hours on it, and it’s running absolutely awesome. So happy with my bike. I’ll probably get me a KX 250 in a few years, once I’m a bit more experienced. But man my SSR is perfect for me as a beginner rider. Great value for your money, that’s for sure. Instead of paying around 8K for a YZ 125, I paid 2.5 K for a 189cc bike. Obviously the quality isn’t on par with the premiums, but that doesn’t mean it’s crap quality either. I’m so happy with it tho

[@moiwarning]

😊 dude I’m 31 and thinking about getting my first dirt bike ever.

[@smokey-smore]

A YZ 125 for 8k a brand new crf125 Honda after taxes is only 3500 how is a YZ so expensive

[@ZXND3RR]

cause the yz is a 2 stroke@@smokey-smore

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Im excited for this weekend Im doing a cross country race on my pit bike! But I hope this video will help some of you out if you are looking for a ssr pit bike! instagram: Jakesplace12 Snapchat: hoodie_1212

[@aj2quick435]

I have a 2006 Thumpstar 110cc, it’s a great learner bike. I broke my arm on it, but I love it. Even after the crash, it started right up. I’m looking for a new bike for when I learn it throughly. Thanks for this review!

[@DLGNT]

Honestly I would go for a big name bike instead. Try to find a used ttr125, klx125, or a crf125. You can generally find a pretty good deal on them, they’re quite a bit taller than this bike, a lot more power, and they are miles more reliable. I would personally rather but a 15 year old yamaha than a brand new SSR

[@aj2quick435]

DLGNT thanks!

[@DLGNT]

ABadNightmare of course. My younger brother used to have a cheap knockoff 110 and yesterday I just bought a yamaha ttr110 and the difference is night and day. 10x more reliable, the power is so much more usable, you feel more confident riding a bike that you know can take the beating you give it. I personally think that if you’re going to be keeping the bike for a long time, it’s better to save up and buy something really good

[@jeremymurphy9433]

Really thinking about getting a ssr125 to mob around town on. If you heart this I'll buy one if you recommend it lol

[@bulletsRflying]

Buy it. I had the 125 going for the 250 or the 450 soon fuck it

[@kevenalvarado9113]

Same bro fk yeah

[@reneerothwell8972]

I just traded my old quad for a 2016 ssr sr125....When i heard it was a "pit bike" i was hesitant, but i figured it would ne cool for my lods to ride. But then when i jumped on it, i really enjoyed it more than i had expected....THEN i fot online and seen how many easy bolt on upgrafes there are for them and how big pf a following they have developed (especiallythe SSR's) i kinda fell in love qith it. Yes, it has so e cjeap parts that need to be replaced to make it a bit stronger/faster, but they are cheap parts. Its a bike that both of my kids will be learning to ride clutch on and i know its gonna get beat up, but hey...when u can just buy a whole new motor for 300 bucks, how can u go wrong. If i go out and spend 2 or 3 grand on a honda or any name brand, its gonna get beat to hell anyways, so these bikes are perfect fpr learners......although i certainly dont miss it wen i jump back on my YZ 125.lol but the neighbors call the vops on me when she fires up, the SSR is more neighbor friendly and just all around easier to get away eith riding in places im not supposed to

[@ball7411]

@@reneerothwell8972 holy fuck please take an English class.

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Well it’s been 2 years you have to buy it now 😂😂

[@wyatts1537]

Thank you so much, I’ve been looking at these for a long time and I was scared of the quality

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Hopefully this helps you out!

[@I_am_Mari27]

Keep calm and wheelie h

[@pauld.b7129]

SSR is pretty decent quality. Buy one and watch a few KZbin videos and you can learn everything you need to know about maintenece. They are pretty solid, but as was mentioned you may have to replace some parts eventually

[@bobsburgers2193]

If u buy one get it from a dealership not online get an uni angled air filter and grips other than that they are great I have one nothing has broken and I have crashed a couple times

[@haydenodell404]

I got a used SSR with an aftermarket 150 for $100 didn’t run, had to fix it, still has a ton of issues, but it’s my first bike so I love it

[@shredder_mang3211]

YaBoi86 ride it for a bit you’ll soon be onto bigger and faster bikes get a 125 two stroke next

[@kel-jamesdevon8190]

Depends how good you are at riding if you're not quite confident get an 80/85cc 2 stroke

[@reneerothwell8972]

I just traded my old quad for a 2016 ssr sr125....When i heard it was a "pit bike" i figured it would ne cool for my lods to ride. But then when i jumped on it, i really enjoyed it more than i had expected....THEN i fot online and seen how many easy bolt on upgrafes there are for them and how big pf a following they have developed (especiallythe SSR's) i kinda fell in love qith it. Yes, it has so e cjeap parts that need to be replaced to make it a bit stronger/faster, but they are cheap parts. Its a bike that both of my kids will be learning to ride clutch on and i know its gonna get beat up, but hey...when u can just buy a whole new motor for 300 bucks, how can u go wrong. If i go out and spend 2 or 3 grand on a honda or any name brand, its gonna get beat to hell anyways, so these bikes are perfect fpr learners......although i certainly dont miss it wen i jump back on my YZ 125.lol but the neighbors call the vops on me when she fires up, the SSR is more neighbor friendly and just all around easier to get away eith riding in places im not supposed to

[@TwoTecs76]

@@reneerothwell8972 exaactly like riding in public streets and needing to quickly evade the boys 👮‍♀️ 🐷 🚓 🤣😂😂🥁🥁

[@jaretaustin14]

Love your vids and been watching for a while. One tip Id suggest when recording is zoom out a little when holding it to talk. Also a tripod where you stand next to the bike and talk about it would be good to change it up throughout the vid. I get its probably easier to get clear audio up close and easier to transition to zooming in on what youre talking about, just a different view is always nice. I think it makes me feel like Im standing right next to you and Im thinking back up and give him his space lol idk maybe Im weird, just something to experiment with. Also get out on the track and do more on that and some bigger jumps would be cool. Glad your back on yt though!

[@mark0decker827]

I got the same. 2016. She sits in my bedroom. Not a blemish. I'm 48. 6.2. 240. Lbs. She is just a great memory from riding. Xr. Hondas. In my youth. And def. A renthal. Chain.

[@stonesoffroad]

My old ssr 125 was the biggest pos I’ve ever owned. Straight up no bs, if your chain comes off or snaps your case will most likely be cracked, chain always had issues. Either being adjustment issues or the tensioner backing itself loose, the carb isn’t jetted right it, the bike would never idle correctly out of the box. I’ll never buy another Chinese bike due to this pos lol

[@soggykid5580]

A new aftermarket chain and carb for these bikes are less than $100 for anyone who wants to avoid those issues

[@turntsi]

@@soggykid5580what size chain

[@IMT0KY021]

Your chain is too slacked now wonder your chain snapped

[@hant3448]

Connor Galligan cuz it’s on the stand😐

[@supercoopracing]

Never seen a clutch lever mounted so high😳

[@JakeDrakeGaming]

Have one and have had it for 1 year now and I love it all I needed to fix a chain on it and a clutch I broke doing wheelies and I need to take a link off my chain the power on it is crazy

[@amanteapasionado6836]

SSR is over priced. One thing about chinese retailers they change the names and the look of there products just to say its a new bike and up the price. Thats SSR bike is the same bike as other apollos or coolsters. All they do is tweak it a little like upgrade the carb or shock and call it something else. Buy the cheaper one that looks the same as the expensive one and then just buy the upgraded parts or what ever the expensive one is claiming they upgraded and put them on yourself and save yourself a few hundred bucks or thousands in some cases. SSR bikes are way more expensive but share the same frame and engine as less expensive ones. Like the tao tao dbx1 140cc is the same bike as the apollo rfz 140cc bike just cheaper. The coolster M125 is the same as one of the SSR bikes too. Just look into what you want and look at the other brands to see what is the same and what the difference is and buy the upgraded parts, the parts are dirt cheap.

[@geraldellis1177]

Hey bro so what about the amstar 125 cc pit bike on ebay....cause when I search coolster or Apollo it pops up

[@Farmtractor]

Amante Apasionado I agree, ssr is a little overpriced, especially some particular bikes, however. I own a SSR 125tr and got it for $1200. It’s a BEAST! It has a Mikuni carb on it and never has any issues. I think Ssr makes better Chinese pit bikes. Apollo’s have a bad problem of bogging. Also the Frame on the Apollo is a single tube frame, unlike the double bar steel frame on the Ssr 125tr. I think Ssr is a better pit bike brand tbh...

[@geo_eatz4043]

Expensive brands and reputable ones do the exact thing you just said about cheap bikes

[@nickchristofora3417]

See I’m just looking for something to mess around on and for cheap, would you rather have the 125 or like the 150

[@alexanderraykhert1019]

Snickers depending what you are thinking of doing with it, what terrain, skill level etc.

[@liveandletlive2894]

Wtf you really paid $450 new?!?!? Came here after seeing one for $500 used

[@felixhoppenthaler5386]

If you look at the ssr official Page it’s sold from 1200€

[@cowradishh8220]

There pretty new brand I mean I got my for 1800

[@jonathancastillo8929]

I got mine for 2200 😭😭😭😂😂😂

[@coltonc8367]

@@jonathancastillo8929 I can buy one brand new from the shop for 1500!

[@loganlafontaine3123]

1200$

[@Addyd25]

I know this video is from awhile ago but where did you get this bike from Amazon, Walmart?

[@NZ_Western]

Do you have any problems with stones because of the small tires on your bike ? Thinking of getting one

[@jamest.5001]

Where did you get it? The bike? And price?

[@devinlickert3837]

I bought mine from the second owner and had it for 2 years and it’s a beaut I did replace the tires the chain and the bars

[@sythicwish3042]

I just got 1 yesterday for my birthday so I need to know

[@xrpspaceforce1697]

👍 I'm about to order my son one

[@Steel.Canvas]

Ive rode bikes for years but am looking for a cheap neighborhood fuck around. Best suggestions?

[@Ilovedirtbikes598]

Hey my name is corbin I’m 11 years old and I just got me a 110 see dirt bike I’m new so we were going to get me a starting bike then we are going to move on to a 150 Honda crf but I had this bike and still do it’s really cool but it had a problem with the bolts that you mentioned it snapped in half and the chain kept coming lose and the front wheel have a bunch of wobble but thanks for helping now I know why the bolt snapped

[@mxrider2strokebraaap54]

Nice video! I got to say that the engine is also really good for his price👌

[@tylerbunten6855]

On the specs it says up to 300 pounds for weight limit.

[@MrRedex88]

I traded a beat up DRZ125 for a new Apollo Rfz 125cc and prefer it over the DRZ A guy was looking for a DRZ which I had, needed a lot of work so I made the trade. May order another one so me and my grandson can ride together.

[@JCproduction0]

I told my self I would never buy a ssr or Chinese bike but the other day I found a ssr 50 cc for 25$ at a yard sell and boy I’ll tell you I got her to see if I could fix it I did and she’s been working I been putting a beating on it to I think the ssr is just and up and coming company

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

They are not bad bikes but have there issues if they just made parts a little more beefy the quality would improve a lot

[@hi-lb8rf]

I have a ssr 125 as well and I am wondering if you happen to know what size the back rim is.

[@bradypothier4779]

Hey man I am getting one and I was wondering how tall you are beucase I am 5’11

[@gojjjddoooj]

im having a hard time on deciding between the 125, 140tr and 160tr!!!! Decisions

[@Slapem]

How would I find out the year and model for the bike to know what oil it takes

[@Slapem]

Also someone put 2stroke mixed in it prior I put engine flush fluid in with gas it ran I just had to gas it and didn’t run good

[@JDK138]

I have this exact bike but mine is so sun faded

[@devinwalling3951]

Please can you tell me where you got this bike from

[@youchoose4526]

I'm a get one but my dirt bike doesn't have a clutch and it's a 125cc ssr

[@sirikillz8245]

You look like you could be the vocalist for Emmure😂😂

[@GOTHGUITARIST333]

Frankie Palmieri

[@ZXND3RR]

should i get a srr140 i wanna ride trails

[@bshelh]

wish i could find one this cheap ): it's my dream to have an ssr

[@Ron.Bergunnndy]

sean shelhimer lmao really??

[@yougotr3kt115]

Save for a Yamaha or Kawasaki like a main brand bike not these Chinese bikes

[@handsmcneil]

I just found one on craigslist for $500

[@cozneffect]

Are parts hard to find ? Heard they’re not made in the US. I’m a beginner and never rode one before but want to try something and not spend to much money as I’m testing it out. Mostly use for mountain riding with my family off reading they’re utv.

[@fabianrivera1697]

I’m thinking about getting the SSR SR125 2020

[@langstonbrown1791]

Me too msg me on insta

[@cman3217]

where did you buy the bike

[@DeadBoyAlexx]

I just want a lil bike to ride on the river beds and just ina street. Is this a good bike? Obviously Ik it’s illegal to do that but fuck it

[@lukebrennan7176]

Just wondering how tall you are, to see if I would be to tall to ride this

[@joshcouture234]

Just got one I’m 6’ it’s not too bad maybe a little bit on the smaller side

[@Nitro91]

@jakesplace12vlogs I just ordered the chain you listed in the link for my ssr 125. did you have to cut the chain or was the length correct already?

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

You have to cut it!

[@chrispewkreme]

These Chinese bikes will continue to sell extremely well when bikes like the TTR-125 see zero upgrades for 20 years. Really wish the big Japanese brands would make a small 125 4 stroke with quality parts. A fun pit bike that is meant for adults. There’s definitely a market for it. Proper suspension, better brakes, etc.

[@mattquist9820]

Crf125f honda

[@Spicoli1Bilek]

I have a 2014 and I'm 270# I have no issue getting the thig to try to dump me

[@rokstr222ify]

Damn, I can't believe how much these things have shot up on price, that 125 like his costs about $1300 new now

[@jeremybrunes38]

I just bought two last Saturday for 799$ a peice from east central motor sports in rush city Minnesota

[@silkyslim2054]

I have ssr189 needs a rear shock but I dont know what size can't find the same one in the book

[@omairacastillo9406]

Where did you get the bike it self

[@jamieandrick2777]

Add a link for the clutch lever please

[@elischwieker8165]

I am a thirteen year old kid who is looking for a pit bike that I could ride to my friends house and occasionally go off-roading or just riding around the neighborhood would the 110 version of this bike be a good option for me

[@clintbarnett9129]

Heck yeah kid!

[@mxlura1]

Thanks this helped so much

[@aidenmosier5967]

This is the only kind of dirt bikes my local shop has

[@skylarpeppler8261]

I could get an SSR complete with extra parts for $150, it needs a new motor though. Do you think it's worth it?

[@rickyjohnson974]

skylar peppler deMemorial18finitely do it buy a new 125cc lifan on eBay for $280 shipped that's cheap

[@reneerothwell8972]

Just did the same thing...ordered a piranha 140cc for it.

[@crewmanderek3641]

@@reneerothwell8972 I know this is late but how do you like it? I’m trying to decide what brand to get. Thx

[@cosmokramer1261]

Where did you get this bike?

[@achillou56]

Where can u buy it

[@MrXKJA]

Thanks for the link to the tire

[@madmaxhyper]

Right away i wanna get a thumpstar

[@lemmeseethecashpeterp8853]

Trust me they may not be fast but I got a 125 and I weigh ab 200 maybe 206 6ft and my back tires bald as hell like bald bald and it takes me up steep ass hill climes even with wet ground I love the bike I’ve put some work into it but I’ve had it for a year now only thing I’ve had to replace was the clutch cuz I wrecked and broke the lever and my case is cracked cuz I wasn’t keeping up with my chain I’d it comes off it most likely will crack it but engine is great everything’s good

[@BoostGarage23]

How about trail riding on these? I bought a 2018 with the orange plastics, we were gonna go camping pretty soon and there is a lot of trails, just wondering if these ssr’s are good for it !

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

How long do the trails go for? Like miles and are the like bike trails? I don’t think I would recommend long distance but I could see the working well I ride my woods all the time and it works good and some smaller trails I have

[@BoostGarage23]

JakesPlace12Vlogs thank you for the reply!

[@lukerehmer12]

Are the parts easy to come by

[@OraSmokey]

do you need a license? & do they give you papers when you buy it

[@xxdanthedinoxx1058]

It’s a dirt bike

[@riveresparza3252]

How many gallons does it have

[@tmljml1]

My brother has one and he is 9. He rides it alot and it has a clutch 5 gears. My dad doesn't have to fix it much so it's tuff. They are for little kids. Dads going to put the Lifan brand engine which has way more power than a ssr moter. He jumps it higher than me all the time

[@anthonylongoria5917]

Have you ever really rode one before

[@AmenCornerRider]

Is this comparable to the size of a Honda Grom?

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

I would say the ssr has more seat room than the grom just cause the stock seat on a grom is awkward. But over all ssr is much lighter than the grom and has more power. They are similar size but the ssr has a more natural riding stance

[@AmenCornerRider]

@@JakesPlace12Vlogs Thanks, this is very helpful.

[@louisbabycos106]

How this fair as a city commuter bike if you put mirrors, turn signals, lights, speedometer /tachometer and horn on it.

[@Ron.Bergunnndy]

Louis Babycos tops out at around 40 only

[@michealk8053]

Both my brakes broke and tires went flat after only riding through two creeks

[@moodygaming6479]

Creeks have rocks... Im sure that's what popped your tire

[@michealk8053]

The Moodster it sure did but the bikes should be a little tougher

[@natenunez3513]

I’m very very late but how much do they go for?

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

$1200ish

[@mattankrom.]

Do i get the 80/100-12 for my ssr 110?

[@bbzboosting9652]

What kinds LOVENSE should i have to this one SSR 125

[@phproductions5789]

Do you know if there are any ssr around 5 to 6 hundred?

[@MF-kb2nv]

Try Birdys in Indiana

[@tonyavannarsdall3716]

Howto change the cluch wireplzzzzz

[@ericmorales9694]

Where did you buy that pit bike

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

The dark web

[@rickyjohnson974]

My 8 yr old has one it has everything new with lifan 125cc engine it's nasty wheelies for days 😎 buy used and replace a lot got around 1k in his

[@reneerothwell8972]

Hows it holding up to date? What year is it? I just ordered a piranha 140cc for mine

[@zp1492]

Can i Order the bike?

[@adekarafath8143]

Buy where bro

[@stephenasmith1591]

What size of air filter goes on that bike?

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

reactions with Trinity the link for the air filter is in the description.👻

[@stephenasmith1591]

Thanks man!

[@nickj6275]

This bike is tiny but damn I love it 😂

[@betauwe99]

Do you have Instagram, I have a question

[@Brzsteve86]

How many cc is it?

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

125

[@shhh00000]

Where did u get this from, also I’m thinking about starting out and I’m 170 pounds 6’2 would u recommend this for me

[@Farmtractor]

shabi - I would get the ssr 125tr model. It would fit you a lot better. I have one and it’s been amazing! It comes with a Mikuni carb stock. It’s much better then the other ones. I got mine from orionpowersports.com l. Check it out!

[@sythicwish3042]

And what do I do about high revs

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Like while it idles?

[@sythicwish3042]

@@JakesPlace12Vlogs so when I'm riding let off clutch 1st ok 2nd pops a wheelie each time me turned the screw on carb but it doesn't seem right to me (high revs idle and ride

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Not sure I kinda had same issue with mine after a while. Maybe try a new aftermarket carb

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

@@sythicwish3042 my idle never stayed the same. And would go up higher as the bike warmed up but this was after I changed my fly wheel out

[@greysonlathem9614]

How tall are you

[@Stainedrug77]

Thanks a lot

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

No problem

[@Stainedrug77]

@@JakesPlace12Vlogs omg this vid is two years old and u commented back in like 5 minutes

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

@@Stainedrug77 haha yes I try to reply to everyone as best I can! Haha

[@larssmidtb7872]

Whats the full name

[@sidewaygoons7363]

If rob dahm had a son...

[@jdmbeats]

😂🤣

[@305pyroheads]

i live in miami where can i find one

[@RANJAGAMES]

Where can i buy it in the uk

[@shanesmall4015]

Nice bike

[@Bossnationful]

I Got my Ssr bike off Facebook Market place for $450 w/ title and everything.

[@MF-kb2nv]

I got one for 175 that ran but have to replace a bent valve...Shouldn't be to bad.

[@dirtroadwhatifs8816]

Should get a cheap Chinese 4 wheeler

[@matthewriordan-solidaxlesa5810]

Yeah make a pair of junk

[@TrumpTrainTrump]

Um are u crazy u didn’t know that it was all old honda parts on all of there bikes

[@Erin1234]

Cool!

[@kalebmartinson]

seems like alot of stuff goes wrong with these sucks i really want one but dont know shit about fixing shit like this

[@GOTHGUITARIST333]

Bro i need help

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

With?

[@Michael-wy7om]

That chain looks loose

[@legithitz1652]

U make me feel bright I wish I could have so free mercy lol except I can’t but ur the best

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Your Time will come! lol

[@spymaine89]

thank you

[@Uliqmydiq]

What’s the top speed

[@jakecantrell4824]

Yarlon Martinez 55

[@drax8086]

I got mine for 250 granted it was a friends but ya

[@ryderpowell4903]

You should get a new quad

[@JakesPlace12Vlogs]

Thats definitely on the list!

[@ryderpowell4903]

JakesPlace12Vlogs...... 450?

[@meganfitzgerald651]

Thought your gfs parents got you and your girl friend each ssr125?