WOODZMAN'S HONDA CRF250L - TRICKED OUT REVIEW ! - 15K MILES

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[@nevillehenderson712]

Great videos, thanks for sharing. I'm just starting out to mod my bike so some really useful ideas.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Neville Henderson Your welcome ! More videos soon !

[@HawkGirlMistyV]

Wow, you have done tons of upgrades to your bike, awesome stuff!

[@WOODZMAN]

+Hawk Girl (Misty Varner) yea I think I need to retire lol

[@Megashovelman]

Sure Good Video on the parts for that bike, Yes, I got my GALFER rotors too with the brake pads, real interesting products.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Megashovelman Time will tell if I'm going to like them.

[@wilstjames3111]

nice review man, keep it up with the adventures.

[@WOODZMAN]

Thanks for watching !

[@PA96704]

Looks smooth!!! nice job!!! Way to build it right!!!

[@WOODZMAN]

Thanks for watching !

[@cyclerider5652]

That was a nicely set up 250L. I love the exhaust note of stock exhaust and the hum of knobbies on the road. Knobbies sound especially cool on pavement when slowing down from speed.

[@WOODZMAN]

Thanks for watchin

[@chief1193]

You should have CRF only do a Woodzman package, so I can call and say send me the Woodzman package and take my money! I’m serious, great upgrades. I’m am definitely getting me one of these! New subscriber here!

[@l.a.raustadt518]

So sweet, the Zeta hand guard s with turn signals. Oh my lot s of frosting on that piece of Honda candy. My my good stuff!

[@WOODZMAN]

They are nice for sure !

[@randomlyTrees]

You've done so much! Way to make the bike your own. I'm looking forward to your longer term thoughts on those tires. I'm due for my third rear and second front tire (still on stock front) and always on the look out for opinions on tires. I've gone back and forth a few times between stock and Q4 mufflers, and don't know if I'll ever settle on one over the other.

[@WOODZMAN]

+RandomlyTrees I will keep everyone updated on the tires in later videos for sure. I'm the same way on the mufflers. I like them both but I lean mostly toward the stock because it is so peaceful riding the back roads with out the noise. I the last time when I switched back to stock, I sold the Q4 because I knew that I wasn't going to spend that much money agin to get another one. Problem solved :)

[@wilstjames3111]

protaper handle bars with riser are far more comfortable than the stock ones, nice side mirrors. Liked it.

[@WOODZMAN]

Yea I love the mirrors, Thanks

[@mr.terwilliger5728]

That’s an awesome chain. A chain makes ALL the difference. It even feels more plants with a good chain. I have a titanium link never stretch chain on my 05 220 2 stroke endurocross and I’ve adjusted the chain 2 times. Why? Because I had to replace the rear tire 2! Times!

[@gustwowheeling7337]

Excellent 15k review, Woodzman! I can't think of any of the upgrades that you have done, that I don't like. Tastefully done, my friend. What happened to the PMR rear luggage rack? Thanks for sharing, be safe.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Gus Two Wheeling Thanks Gus ! I just haven't put the rack back on but that sounds like a good project for this evening after church !

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Excellent video my friend. I appreciate you. My wife don't, But I do, she said I am always wanting to buy more stuff for my bike after I watch your videos? Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Heartland Dual Sport Lol well you got the money so just do it :)

[@Heartlanddualsport]

***** hehehe, you crack me up, I don't have any money, If i had money I wouldn't be working on my days off. hehehe. Thanks I appreciate you and your humor though hehehe.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Heartland Dual Sport They are not sm days off if your working lol

[@va3ks]

nice upgrades!

[@WOODZMAN]

Kieran Shepherd Thanks Kieran !

[@PearlofChristjanuary]

CRF 250L nice engine view good looking budy structure and the engine view is good looking and the budyframe near in the engine is very nice looking...

[@WOODZMAN]

+sergs homer dee Thanks so much !

[@ElJefeTYM]

Great videos. We enjoy them all. I have a 2017 Rally version and I am enjoying it. With your double take mirrors. Do you know or remember if you are using the 2" or 3" socket arm for them? Thanks.

[@WOODZMAN]

It was the long one so I believe 3”

[@islanddreaming8591]

Hi Woodzman , I am going to buy a 2017 CRF RALLY soon and just researching the best upgrade path options beforehand . ..., Did you need to do anything mod wise to install the D.I.D 520VX2 GOLD motorcycle chain ? .., Was it a clean swap for a clean swap with the stock chain and sprocket setup or not ?

[@604rioso]

Woodsman... Not sure how much highway or road u need to do to get to your trails... But a windscreen is one of the best things I put on my crf... Got the Baja works one and it's great.

[@WOODZMAN]

+604rioso I live 9 miles from work, I don't ride any highways just back roads that are paces. Speed is like 25 Mph. The bug is a problem after dark

[@danhambrick6331]

That is one sweet bike you have, Frank....

[@WOODZMAN]

+dan hambrick Thanks Dan ! I got it the way I like it now.

[@bwxmoto]

Sweet bike

[@604rioso]

Nice looking machine!

[@WOODZMAN]

+604rioso Thank you sir !

[@TheFanitcalFan]

Sweet ride buddy 👍looks killer

[@WOODZMAN]

+TheFanaticalFan Thanks ! How you liking yours ?

[@TheFanitcalFan]

+WOODZMAN Dual Sport Adventure & Survival absolutely love it. Gets me everywhere I want to go with no issues. Recently installed some bar risers and WOW what a difference in the ergonomics. I'm 6'2 and it was a little uncomfortable to stand but now I'm almost straight up. Getting ready for my second oil change and couldn't be happier. Thanks for all the time you put into making all your awesome vids you have been a great asset to me and I'm sure a lot of others out there. Ride safe brother

[@WOODZMAN]

+TheFanaticalFan Your welcome buddy ! I enjoy it !

[@crazyrebl]

Love the crf 250l Great bike just to small for packing up a bunch a gear tents and bags and smashin freeway speeds all day.

[@WOODZMAN]

Yea and that is the reason I got the AT, but I sure like the 250L

[@edjrmorgan]

Awesome

[@alisoncouper9559]

cleanest 15000 mile trail bike i have ever seen....looks like its never been down n dirty what a shame...just a polished tart

[@WOODZMAN]

Lol oh it’s been on a lot of off road riding lol

[@just-fun-stuff6753]

awesome looking bike, i would add an aftermarket exhaust too. And if you have enough money to spend, an big bore and an ejk kit

[@WOODZMAN]

+Just Fun Stuff I did have a FMF Q4 and the EJK but it wasn't enough difference in power to justify the Noise that is made. I like to quite of the stock better.

[@just-fun-stuff6753]

ah, alright, thought you can feel it a bit, I got only an aftermarket exhaust on mine

[@trueword247]

Where did you get that bike stand?

[@richmoto1]

I agree, big tank a must. If KLR's have big tanks there's no reason others can't be larger. My stock XR650L will only go 80 miles 'til reserve???

[@WOODZMAN]

+richmoto1 I agree with that. Some things should just be factory

[@rolandstaines3249]

Hi from England the radiator guard bracket for the tank conversation is that available as u made your own is that available from crf s only now Thank you Roland

[@WOODZMAN]

CRFs only has the Radiator guard brackets but you will need to modify them for the tank install, but it’s easy to do. If you get anything from CRFs Only, tell Ken I sent you; www.crfsonly.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/4906

[@superspeedway2634]

What brand is your bigger gas tank? Thanks for your content.

[@WOODZMAN]

It’s IMS

[@rsquilla2002]

I really like all of your CRF L videos. I am curious , how you feel now that you sold your CRF and have had a good amount of time on your Africa twin. Do you miss the 250 ? and now that the new CRF L and Rally will be out soon are you considering a switch back to a 250 ? Thanks for your time Rich Squillace

[@WOODZMAN]

+Ruth Squillace Yes I do miss my CRF250L a lot ! I really like the Africa Twin also. I'm not going to switch back but I do plan to buy a new CRF250L maybe in a year ! Thanks for watching Rich

[@coyote102076]

WOW. Cool vid. I did not realize you had done so much to it. I know you made many videos on those mods, but seeing them all together in one vid really brings it home. That is one forever more tricked out CRF :-D It still bugs me that no motorcycle manufacturer seems to have any clue as to how to make a comfortable seat from the factory. Yammerhammer's, Zukis, Hondas, KTM's, Husqvarna's, ( and for dang sure Harley's! ) from all reviews it seems like all the factory seats suck and have to be recovered with something like Seat Concepts kit or a replacement seat. I think they are in cahoots' with the seat manufactures to boost their business !!! hahaha!!!! Anywoooooooo, , , , very interesting vid! Now you know you are going to have to do all that all over again on your son's bike right????? :-p hahaha! Have a blessed Sunday my friend!

[@WOODZMAN]

+coyote102076 Thanks and I agree with you on the seats. Yea ill do it on my sons bike when he pays for the parts lol

[@coyote102076]

hahahahaha!!!!! Lots of yards to mow to buy all that stuff!!!! hahaha!

[@Mkewl2006]

Very nice and informative review of all your mods. Are those tires dot? I definitely don't like the stock tires and want to upgrade. All your mods plus the bike and all your sena equipment you probably have 12k in it. Money very well spent frank.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Mkewl2006 Thanks ! Yes they are DOT. I have quite a bit in the mods but most are good.modes that make it better.

[@oldschooldirtbiker]

That is one trick bike!! Makes mine look kinda sad... 😎😎

[@WOODZMAN]

+oldschooldirtbiker na it's all in what a person likes.

[@streettriplesstoney5534]

Great looking bike you have there. I'm loving my CRF250L, she's a 2016. I just ordered new tires, Pirelli MT16 set. Sunstar 45 tooth sprocket and chain. I'm hoping that will give me a better trial gear, than the 40 tooth that came on my bike. I love the DCR tail lite on your bike, so that well be next for me. If you can l let me know if I made the right sprocket size four my bike, or any recommend you would go with. Love your videos, Freddy

[@levis5230]

Freddy Stone when you changed the gearing did your speedo or obdometer change? 45 tooth isn't standard right? if it is sorry for wasting your time:/

[@streettriplesstoney5534]

+Squirrel Panda I'm now running a 13 front and 49 rear sprocket, but it put my speedometer off buy 10 MPH. The best part is how much better it makes the bike perform in the woods.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Freddy Stone oh I bet it does, that is geared pretty low. And if you don't need highway speed then it would be great.

[@ElJefeTYM]

Are your Zeta hand guards the Pro Armor version or the armor bend version from CRF's only?

[@WOODZMAN]

They are the armor bend

[@kayakeraltamaha5720]

Seems as though there would be stainless steel braided water hoses to accompany the braided brake lines.

[@WOODZMAN]

Yea I have never seen any

[@steviebar]

I looked on Hagon site and don't see crf250l application for shock. What model number is it?

[@WOODZMAN]

+steviebar model M61025, I have it in the description

[@papa2k]

Hey, great bike, I've got the flatlands racing skid plate and radiator guard on your recommendation. Not disappointed! How do you keep the bike stable on the stand? I have something similar and the bike rocks and rolls if I'm wrenching on it. Any tips?

[@WOODZMAN]

+papa2k Well it's not as solid on the stand as I would like but it works. The DRC is pretty solid. I think the thick rubber pad make it worse. I need to make something thin maybe.

[@papa2k]

Yeah, my stand is similar to yours but with a thin rubber pad. Still quite unstable. If you come up with a fix that'd make a good video ;)

[@WOODZMAN]

+papa2k Sure would, I'll see what I can do !

[@karmicgumbo]

Great looking bike. What does your bike weigh as modified?

[@WOODZMAN]

+karmicgumbo man I'm not even sure about that

[@PearlofChristjanuary]

thank u also for your reply sir its helpful. now i save my money to buy a honda crf250L good video sir. here in phillipines the price is 5000 us dolar. cash. hehehe expinsive bike.

[@WOODZMAN]

+sergs homer dee they are about the same here now

[@jackwhite8157]

Could you add your mods up? Just wondering how much you have into it and if it is worth getting it or spend that extra amount for WR250R?

[@WOODZMAN]

Heck it’s been to long, I don’t even remember what it all cost lol.

[@jackwhite8157]

WOODZMAN ADVENTURES well I know how that is. Look at my picture my DRZ has everything you can think of done to it. Won’t sell it because of the cost but just tired of its height and weight. So thinking about a 250.

[@thealvaco]

I have the radiator guard and was thinking about getting a bigger tank. Can you explain your mod to make the two fit?

[@WOODZMAN]

+thealvaco You can see the mod in my install video kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqK0mmlsjNN8pbc

[@thealvaco]

Thanks man, I'll check it out now.

[@WOODZMAN]

+thealvaco Your welcome

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

Have you tried linking your youtubes on Honda motorcycles website?

[@WOODZMAN]

No, im not sure where to do that

[@MrHammGutsnGlory]

I believe if you use tags and contact honda letting them know of your tags, they will upload your videos..

[@WOODZMAN]

May check into it.

[@matwalker6336]

FWIW What a person needs to do this up grade for cheap is buy the heavy springs I would go with the heaviest then buy ONE FRICTION DISC FROM HONDA part number #22201-KYJ-902 Take out inner friction disc it is clearly smaller than the rest... take out judder spring and seat. Add friction disc to pack and rebolt. There are NO CK1313 KITS available probably because CRFs only has bought them all. But you dont need five new discs EXACTLY like the four you already have... you need one disc and springs. and yes I have done all this.;

[@macneoh7418]

5:35 "it goes a lot longer without getting all stiff.....I keep it lubed good." LOL

[@WOODZMAN]

Lol

[@mr.terwilliger5728]

LOL 😂 😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂

[@crfsam9257]

How do the Motoz handle on the road? I am about 70% off road and 30% on. I live in the blue ridge mountains so when I am on road I love the curves just wondered how they would handle on road.

[@WOODZMAN]

They wouldn’t be to good in the paved curves. These tires are almost like Motocross knobbies. They are great off road

[@crfsam9257]

Thanks for the info. I don't know that I want 50/50 tires cause I do go through some tuff trails but I do want them to handle paved roads good.

[@mattvalade2609]

I'm looking at buying a 250 dual sport. I'm 6'2" 220lbs Is this a good choice for me based on your experience

[@WOODZMAN]

+Matt Valade oh I think so ! I'm 6'2" 235 and I think it is great ! It's plenty of power work back roads and trail riding also commuting to work.

[@alfredomunoz7435]

How much your bike weighting at the moment

[@WOODZMAN]

Weighting ?

[@LifeMyWay007]

QQQ -I am in the Philippines and have a XR150L, test rode a CRF250L yesterday and I am sure it is a better fit. I immediately noticed what sounds like a "turbo spin up whine", is that a normal engine sound or an indicator of a problem? My optimistic guess is it is normal fuel injector sound which I am not used to always having owned carbureted bikes before.

[@WOODZMAN]

Do you mean the sound it make when you turn the key on before you press the start button ?

[@LifeMyWay007]

@@WOODZMAN No I noticed it as soon as I started moving and the pitch increased as rpm increased

[@LifeMyWay007]

@@WOODZMAN This will sound crazy but in the Philippines they don't let you start the engine at a dealership much less do a test drive (cars or motorcycles) so comparing a new bike at a dealership is not an option either. Thus my conundrum.

[@WOODZMAN]

How tight is the chain?

[@LifeMyWay007]

@@WOODZMAN Damn I should have checked before I even got on it. Everything looked good to me (but that ain't saying much. I would have spotted a loose chain but not paying enough attention to see if it was too tight) the sound seemed to be coming from the engine and when I asked about it he pointed to the fuel injector which seemed reasonable, but I wanted to verify.

[@Tankerman]

I claim the steak. I now know your Lic plate number, I am calling crime stoppers. stay safe

[@WOODZMAN]

+Tankerman I get the steak this time sorry

[@danodbdb]

That is a sweet bike. Are you supposed to slip the clutch when riding off road? My dad told me never to slip the clutch because it will burn up.

[@WOODZMAN]

+danodbdb well there is times when you need to slip the clutch. It won't hurt it to slip the clutch at times. It's all about throttle and clutch control and also body position.

[@danodbdb]

***** Thanks for the tips:) I'll try slipping the clutch when he's not looking lol.

[@WOODZMAN]

+danodbdb lol well no need to unless your tryin to not come over backwards or take off without spinning

[@albertloronio1037]

Sir woodzman good evening yuo have many CRF bike Sir If you have the older one Sir just gave that to me Sir

[@waynes.2983]

Wouldn't a floating front rotor be better?

[@WOODZMAN]

I would think so

[@Jonzynator]

I must be way to rough on my 250L. The plastics loot nothing like yours. I have about 15K miles on my 250 and I thought I took care of it. I would wash it after every ride and I would use plastic wax on the bike every two weeks. but my bike is fading away badly.

[@WOODZMAN]

+Jonzynator Do you mean scratches or the color fading ?

[@wilstjames3111]

whats your weight?, im 73 kg, my sprocket combination for my dirtbike is 13:52 and my motard is 14:47 gives a lot of acceliration offroad.

[@WOODZMAN]

235lb my 250L is 14-42

[@efrey614]

Did you get locked into a concentration camp since I last watched your videos?

[@WOODZMAN]

Opps I had to fix that lol

[@efrey614]

Haha. Are you still enjoying your African twin? Did you sell this bike the Crf250l? I have the 2014 250l, and have listened to your video recommendations while modding my bike. Your tank installation video was much help, thanks a lot for the time you put into this channel bro. With the way my bike sits now I love it. I even got saddlebags for when I take trips. Using my gps mount and plug I can pre plan and avoid all major highways for a nice ride. so far my longest trip was 400 miles in a day and four hundred miles home a couple weeks later. To be honest it wasn't a terrible time either. I grew up racing motocross so I would like to buy a more powerful lighter dual sport bike in the future that is capable of handling large jumps.I Hope to never sell the crf 250l though, I love it, and its maintenance intervals for sure. Take care Woodzman.

[@WOODZMAN]

Yea I still enjoy the Africa Twin but I still say I miss the 250L. I sold it but I sure wish I hadn’t. The 250L was the most fun bike I have owned. Thanks so much for watching

[@mackenzietucker5012]

have you spent more on parts for the bike, then the actually bike haha?

[@WOODZMAN]

+mackenzie tucker Haha I have never added it all up. Maybe lol

[@WOODZMAN]

+TRANSPORT 101 lol yea it's a lot of money for me but I know people who spend $35,000 on a boat so I guess it's all in what you like to do.

[@reerbaadia1896]

The corbin seat alone is over £400 in uk.

[@WOODZMAN]

+ReerBaadia Yea That is a chunk, it just depends on how much time you spend in the saddle

[@jamiecox2506]

If you squeezed that front brake like that when you ride the bike, you would be off!

[@WOODZMAN]

+Jamie Cox Lol well it's possible

[@PA96704]

No racks?

[@WOODZMAN]

+P Avelino yes I do have a PMR cargo rack. In that video I had it off, but it's back on now.

[@jamiecox2506]

How can you praise those tyres so much when clearly they still have the little nobbles on them? You haven't ridden them yet!

[@WOODZMAN]

+Jamie Cox lol well none of the other tires that I have had on the bike still had the nobbles on them and they was not even close to good. I have ridin dirt bikes for 38 years and I know a good tire when I see one. Thanks !

[@jamiecox2506]

Faith is strong with this one..

[@streettriplesstoney5534]

Great looking bike you have there. I'm loving my CRF250L, she's a 2016. I just ordered new tires, Pirelli MT16 set. Sunstar 45 tooth sprocket and chain. I'm hoping that will give me a better trial gear, than the 40 tooth that came on my bike. I love the DCR tail lite on your bike, so that well be next for me. If you can l let me know if I made the right sprocket size four my bike, or any recommend you would go with. Love your videos, Freddy

[@WOODZMAN]

+Freddy Stone Thanks ! The CRF250L is a great bike. I put a 42 tooth rear on mine. The 45 tooth will definitely make it better for trails. If you don't do a ton of long Hwy rides, you will like it. Sunstar is the brand that I use also, good stuff. I do like the look of the DRC tail light and it's LED.

[@streettriplesstoney5534]

Thank you Woodsman, I'll let you know how the new sprocket works out. My tires sprocket and chain well be here tomorrow. And thank you for the heads up on CRF only.com, they have everything you could want to trick out a bike.

[@WOODZMAN]

Your so welcome ! Yes CRFs Only has a ton of parts for the 250l for sure !