13 Things You Need to Know About 2-Stroke Dirt Bikes

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  • 2-strokes!!!! Everything you need to know about 2-strokes is in this video coming from none other than the 2-stroke king himself, coach Cody!!! It cant get any better than that. Drop some more 2stroke questions below and we will make sure Cody gets back to you guys😎
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  • @TheMxFactory
    @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +2282

    Who here just loves 2 strokes??

    • @cameronsmith4485
      @cameronsmith4485 3 роки тому +51

      Yes and more people need to get not just into the sport but onto 2strokes, I love 2 strokes I had a yz85 and now I have a yz125 and it's shreds

    • @fsubulldog03
      @fsubulldog03 3 роки тому +22

      I do!!! I regret selling my 1997 KX250 and need another 2stroke for the track!

    • @Motors4LifeOfficial
      @Motors4LifeOfficial 3 роки тому +9

      me hahha have a sx250 with 300kit

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +8

      @@cameronsmith4485 Nice!!

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +7

      @@fsubulldog03 ohh thats a good bike!

  • @dubeights
    @dubeights 3 роки тому +721

    If Suzuki got back to making 2 strokes I could really see them having a full blown brand revival

    • @zestymountaineer873
      @zestymountaineer873 3 роки тому +8

      Fr

    • @chrisgraf1304
      @chrisgraf1304 3 роки тому +16

      May we pray mate

    • @sjtun9493
      @sjtun9493 3 роки тому +19

      They still make the rm85 2 stroke

    • @jrod1076
      @jrod1076 2 роки тому +17

      I still have my 05 RM 250 and absolutely love it. More fun than my 21 Husky 450

    • @huskypoop4917
      @huskypoop4917 2 роки тому +3

      @@jrod1076 hold on to it its a better bike

  • @shodbaker
    @shodbaker 3 роки тому +215

    Switching from the 4 stroke to the 2 stroke was the best decision I ever!! Well informed video bro!!🤝

    • @SuperiorityFighter
      @SuperiorityFighter 9 місяців тому +2

      I haven't really ridden dirt bikes; I mean I've had a few. The one thing I hate about 2 stroke is how annoying and loud they can be, I hate how the engine sounds, I mean it just sounds like a weedwhacker on steroids and it's just so annoying. 4-strokes have a nice purr to it just like a V8 Engine but considering 2 strokes are easier to work on is probably a good way to go. I might stick with my 4-stroke option though, I'd prefer to just relax, ride, and have fun and I'd like to get traction and not spin out.

    • @76o_1
      @76o_1 6 місяців тому

      @@SuperiorityFighter😂😂 two strokes sound way better then four strokes a four stroke sounds all quiet and two stroke is loud love that loud sound

    • @ernesto_yz125x
      @ernesto_yz125x 5 місяців тому +1

      Same here

  • @chuckiejoseph4979
    @chuckiejoseph4979 3 роки тому +923

    you forget the smell of a two stroke is nostalgic to us old timers. It’s the smell of a real bike

    • @jamesdecker4166
      @jamesdecker4166 3 роки тому +30

      Yes but 4 strokes are faster. I love my 125 and will keep it forever because I love 2 strokes, but my friends stock 250f is faster.

    • @codyhaverfield5152
      @codyhaverfield5152 3 роки тому +9

      No doubt. Nothing better than some castor 927 😎 -Cody

    • @jonthelamb4549
      @jonthelamb4549 3 роки тому +18

      @@jamesdecker4166 2 strokes are more fun

    • @muddymir3796
      @muddymir3796 3 роки тому +61

      @@jamesdecker4166 How are 4 strokes faster when a 125 4 stroke is nowhere close to a 125 2 stroke.

    • @framelawncare6671
      @framelawncare6671 3 роки тому +23

      @@jamesdecker4166 compare a 125 4 stroke and a 125 2 stroke?

  • @briandevore801
    @briandevore801 3 роки тому +302

    Hear the ping see the smoke you just got passed by a 2 stroke !!!

    • @dawsonlayton5417
      @dawsonlayton5417 3 роки тому +3

      Yesss sirrrrrr

    • @Gamer-ku8nd
      @Gamer-ku8nd 3 роки тому +7

      Yeah my friend has a 2 stroke and when I go riding with him I just hear pinging then u just get blasted with blue smoke lol

    • @GhostOfDamned
      @GhostOfDamned 3 роки тому

      Copied from donut media video 😂

    • @blooiefps9304
      @blooiefps9304 3 роки тому +7

      @@GhostOfDamned no... its been a saying for a long time lmao

    • @strongocho
      @strongocho 2 роки тому +1

      mixing gas and hauling ass

  • @thebastardchildren2795
    @thebastardchildren2795 3 роки тому +235

    My dad started his 250 4 stroke at the beach 1 girl out of a group of 12 girls looked I started my 250 2 stroke right after and all 12 broke their neck lookin at me 🤣at that moment I realized the 2 stroke life was the life for me

    • @MaxwellBenson80
      @MaxwellBenson80 2 роки тому +6

      Lol!

    • @strongocho
      @strongocho 2 роки тому +30

      because 4 stroke sounds like anything else you normally hear, but that 2 stroke is just mean as hell sounding. especially when it is revving to the moon and blowing smoke out the back.

    • @Evadingmoto
      @Evadingmoto 2 роки тому +12

      Same reason superbikes turn more heads than loud annoying harleys lol

    • @Bastikovski99
      @Bastikovski99 2 роки тому +1

      Bc they sound obnoxious lol

    • @benlondon8467
      @benlondon8467 2 роки тому +4

      They turned to see if it was there old man coming mate, cause they dads owned 2 stokes, and probably couldn’t believe Dad got the heap of shit started again.

  • @nbitt1319
    @nbitt1319 3 роки тому +119

    How did you not mention that sweet two stroke smell! Should be #1!

  • @billybuzzin7133
    @billybuzzin7133 3 роки тому +138

    2 strokes are more funnier’
    Dancing with a psycho power hit, it’s the only way to ride!

    • @xzantronos
      @xzantronos 3 роки тому +6

      Nothing has a more psychotic power hit than a CR500 😂.. I know because I own one.😎

    • @casandraazevedo9186
      @casandraazevedo9186 3 роки тому

      Love my 98 cr 125

    • @psyckopathictendencies6752
      @psyckopathictendencies6752 3 роки тому +1

      Nothing better than riding beside someone while there full throttle, slowly pull in front of them, then hit the throttle hard and fishtale away from them. Gotta love how easy a cr500 pulls 5th gear fishtales 🤙

    • @adamfarrell4108
      @adamfarrell4108 3 роки тому

      hell yeah

    • @paulpatriot1776
      @paulpatriot1776 2 роки тому

      Heck yeah! Especially on a 125 🤪

  • @burakveli
    @burakveli 3 роки тому +321

    Last time I came so early, I had to pay child support.

  • @jessegarrett7215
    @jessegarrett7215 3 роки тому +58

    I recently switched to a 2 stroke and I love it! I do more xc riding so I got a 300 XC. It’s lighter and more powerful than my 250

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome to hear!!

    • @novemberrain8667
      @novemberrain8667 3 роки тому +5

      Put in the red power value spring, turn out the power valve screw, slap on an FMF Fatty & 2.1 ti shorty. Take an extra pair of underwear if you remap the ECU...

    • @zane4964
      @zane4964 2 роки тому +2

      Absolutely love my te300, 2 strokes as far as enduro and trail riding is the superior bike!

  • @BLSdarrin
    @BLSdarrin 3 роки тому +5

    Not seeing less and less people on 2 strokes, maybe at the track, but cross country / gncc 2 strokes are everywhere

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому

      👍👍👍👋

    • @interstellaraxeman4468
      @interstellaraxeman4468 3 роки тому

      Id give you more likes for the screen name but it only allows one...TWO STROKES are indeed the Black Sabbath of Dirt Bikes....You know its tuned right when you can hear Sabbath Playing in your head....or maybe thats just me...and lots of DeathWish Coffee

    • @EarthSurferUSA
      @EarthSurferUSA 3 роки тому

      @@interstellaraxeman4468 "Into the void"?

  • @thilofrisch9894
    @thilofrisch9894 3 роки тому +28

    Love my KTM 125 sx and 250 sx !!!! Rippin soil and spittin oil

  • @tkwood
    @tkwood 3 роки тому +65

    2 strokes rule! However, they are getting somewhat more expensive depending on what you buy because they are getting snatched up by collectors. Great job Cody! 2 stroke Coaches Challenge race would be good!

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +2

      This is true!

    • @codyhaverfield5152
      @codyhaverfield5152 3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Tony. More 2 💨 videos to come

    • @tkwood
      @tkwood 3 роки тому

      @@codyhaverfield5152 Reason 14. VP Fuel's T2 burning reminds me of going to Supercross back in the 80s! Also makes the garage smell nice!

    • @tiana5271
      @tiana5271 2 роки тому +1

      I got a 03 yz85 for only $1400

    • @shoruda
      @shoruda 11 місяців тому

      @@tiana5271that’s not that cheap at all 😬

  • @chadrides914
    @chadrides914 3 роки тому +315

    I can tell you don’t get off the Mx track much. Two strokes own the woods.

    • @Zander_Hale
      @Zander_Hale 3 роки тому +18

      yep i ride my motocross bike in the woods and you couldn't get me to ride any other bike

    • @tylermacdonald9689
      @tylermacdonald9689 3 роки тому +8

      @@Zander_Hale MX bikes really suck for enduro I have done it and would never change. A enduro or even trail like my bike is way better!

    • @Zander_Hale
      @Zander_Hale 3 роки тому +5

      @@tylermacdonald9689 yea but i dont do anything like crazy enduro just some basic trail riding but 2t mx bike like mine is almost perfect

    • @christinaholsinger8626
      @christinaholsinger8626 2 роки тому

      Yessir

    • @flawlessvictory_yt7941
      @flawlessvictory_yt7941 2 роки тому +3

      @@Zander_Hale that was my only thing. I don't have a track super close to me and I do drive to it sometimes but I have a lot of trail riding but was thinking of getting a yz125. It's just trail riding, small hills, little rocky sections and fun bumps/whoops. Do you think it'd do good there?

  • @noah_7099
    @noah_7099 3 роки тому +228

    i’m actually about to buy a 125 2 stroke

  • @iyanolagrowgchastanet9803
    @iyanolagrowgchastanet9803 8 місяців тому +2

    I've been riding only 4 strokes and last month I bought a 2 stroke yamaha 125 and I love the feeling ❤❤❤

  • @shanehorton2047
    @shanehorton2047 3 роки тому +48

    Missed a few good point out. More fun than any four stroke, bigger smiles than any four stroke so what else do you need?

  • @EarthSurferUSA
    @EarthSurferUSA 3 роки тому +26

    Two major things happened during the MX sport in the USA, and both drastically increased bike prices, because they were both intrusions on the free market of MX.
    1) The 1986 production rule, only in the USA. The FIM (only in Europe at the time, but was always the boss of the AMA), was sick of USA winning the MXofN since 1981, so they got Yamaha to drop their works bikes in 1985, (again, only for the USA, Not Europe), and Yamaha was the leverage to have the production rule put in place,---for the USA only. A 1984 YZ250 costs about $1,400, (already had 12" of wheel travel with up-side down forks breaking out, exhaust power valves, water cooling, disk brakes, single shock linkage rear suspension, and my 2019 YZ250 is about the same with a aluminum frame.), and a 1988 CR250 costs $3,200 new. The price doubled in 2 years, because of the production rule.
    2) The 4-strokes were not a free market idea, but an idea pushed on the industry, through the FIM/AMA, by environmental groups and government groups, (far from free market), and the price doubled again. Yamaha was the first to race one with Doug Henry on the pegs in 1997.
    Both times, Yamaha was at the tip of the spear, and I find it ironic that Yamaha is the only Japanese manufacture still making a 125 and 250cc 2-stroke. Wanna bet the cost of a new YZ250 2-stroke is really $6,500, ($7,500 is what they sell for), and for every YZ 250 sold, $1,000 of that profit goes into their 4-stroke program?
    One thing is for sure. Because of the FIM, the market share has shrunk to 1/10th of the bikes sold in the USA compared to the sales before the 1986 production rule. The FIM/AMA need some good free market competition with objective reasoning, ---or this sport dies eventually.

    • @alanjm1234
      @alanjm1234 2 роки тому +1

      The YZs first came out with USD forks in 1989. I had one.
      Jacky Martens won the MX world championship on a 4 stroke Husqvarna in 1993, which was the first win for a four stroke since Jeff Smith won in 1965.

  • @met9186
    @met9186 3 роки тому +8

    I just sold my crf250r and ktm 450sxf to buy my dream bike a 99 cr250r yesterday and i can't wait to get on a 2 smoker soon 😎

  • @LichaelMewis
    @LichaelMewis 3 роки тому +7

    Love the power band and sound of a two stroke.

  • @-zenzy7766
    @-zenzy7766 3 роки тому +6

    Personally, I like the "dancing with the bike" feel, I feel that it makes me a better rider since this is harder to learn and you also turn peoples heads when you fly by... BRAAAAAP

  • @hardwired4873
    @hardwired4873 2 роки тому +8

    I have a built YZ 125 making 42 hp on VP C12. To say they have less power would be talking stock power out of the box. With the built engine in the light weight 125 i have a far better power to weight ratio than even a 450. I can take them on holeshots even and have several times racing open class. The best part is 2 laps in the four stroke guys are getting arm pump and tired while im still just flicking the light weight machine. I usually get a good start with it and then stick with the leaders for a few laps and by the last laps when they are tired i put the pressure on forcing their mistakes. Two strokes are easy winners if you build them right and learn how to ride them correctly.

  • @whywerideadventures3546
    @whywerideadventures3546 2 роки тому +5

    Let's not forget Beta! Just took my new Beta out for the 1st time today after riding 4-strokes my entire life. Man, what a different feel! I have a lot to get used to before my first race next month!

  • @Raskel8274
    @Raskel8274 3 роки тому +13

    I started riding my first time last year at 38 on a 2011 KTM XCW. Had never ridden a bike in my life; didn't understand power band, sucked at clutching. Put a few hours on the bike and pretty much immediately went and broke my tibia and fibula hitting a rock and got a nice metal rod and screw in the leg (sep 2020). Poster boy of what NOT to do.
    Been riding past few weeks just taking it slow; messing with powerband springs and figuring out what I like and don't like and learning to clutch. I've ridden a friends 4 stroke since the accident, but I'm gonna stick to the 2 stroke and learn to ride properly. Yes I'm an idiot - was my 4th bone break, so wasn't anything new. Just first one on a motor vehicle.

    • @coviditous9268
      @coviditous9268 2 роки тому

      no offense, but you sound like the exact type of person who shouldn't be on a bike

  • @user-ed9px4fs6n
    @user-ed9px4fs6n 3 роки тому +63

    2 stroke the best!!!!

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +5

      agreed!

    • @eso6626
      @eso6626 3 роки тому +7

      I respectfully disagree

    • @backwithabang5842
      @backwithabang5842 3 роки тому +3

      @@eso6626 no option of disagree.

    • @pollywaffle1458
      @pollywaffle1458 3 роки тому +1

      They where the best in the 80s yes👍🏻👍🏻

    • @ZSmith-yy4lv
      @ZSmith-yy4lv 3 роки тому

      In Performance? Nah. I’m not even going to argue that. if they did perform better 4ts wouldn’t be used in almost all professional competitions. But for personal use, they are definitely better IMO. Barley any mechanic visits needed, cheaper to maintain, and quite fun. You could argue you want the best performance, but unless you really are serious in racing, you would barley be able to open up the full potential of even a 125 2t.

  • @flyinpolack6633
    @flyinpolack6633 3 роки тому +4

    nothing like the sound of a 2 stroke. love em

  • @badbrad5424
    @badbrad5424 2 роки тому +1

    Remember when you go to the supercross and all it was was 2 strokes. Then you here that braaaaaap, and kinda chuckle. Now the 2 stroke is the odd sound in the pack!!!!🤘✌️

  • @jeffenglish9132
    @jeffenglish9132 3 роки тому +10

    I’m 44 years old and I ride a 2005 RM250. Yes it’s hard to ride sometimes but it’s by far the snappiest bike I’ve ever owned. A 2 stroke will make you a better rider because they make you work. Some guys hate that part of it so they ride a 4 stroke fart machine. I’m a kid of the 80’s and 90’s and I’ll ride 2 strokes as long as I physically can.

    • @jamesordwayultralightpilot
      @jamesordwayultralightpilot 2 роки тому +1

      36 now and feel privileged to have grew up on 2 strokes. I fly a 2 stroke plane now. LoL

  • @pyrexiabeats2313
    @pyrexiabeats2313 3 роки тому +3

    Both are good. I personally ride a 4 stroke. But I love 2 strokes and I have a 2 stroke. 2 stroke has a nice light feeling. Both are really fun.

  • @dqnk_productions_co.7076
    @dqnk_productions_co.7076 3 роки тому +3

    Just got myself an 88 cr250r 2-stroke for my very first bike. Started watching your videos and taking mental notes. A little less nervous to start first hand learning😂🤘🔥

    • @kristianalexander5856
      @kristianalexander5856 2 роки тому

      Hey man how did you do ? I’m getting a 01 cr250r tomorrow for my first bike lmao 😂😂

  • @apollogames4680
    @apollogames4680 3 роки тому +1

    I have been riding 4 strokes my hole life, but this Christmas I got a TM racing 144 cc 2 stroke. And it’s a big Learning curve.

  • @brvenikboysmx3595
    @brvenikboysmx3595 3 роки тому +1

    Great Video Cody!! Glad to see you still have the same passion for dirtbikes as you did 8 years ago. Hope to see you at the track.

  • @zachmanifold
    @zachmanifold 2 роки тому +3

    I've been riding 4-stroke for 12 years and now I'm saving up to buy my first 2-stroke some time. Can't wait!

  • @stephenshook7104
    @stephenshook7104 3 роки тому +6

    2 strokes kick ass! More Cody!

  • @Rob_Bernabe
    @Rob_Bernabe 3 роки тому +1

    Great video. Love the appeal at the end. Funny too.
    Yes - nothing like a 2-stroke.
    Especially a 125. Best time of a racers life is those couple of years on a 125. Nothing is more fun than that.

  • @smiggy3457
    @smiggy3457 3 роки тому

    This is great, I'm trying to get into racing and a lot of your videos have put a lot of thought into my perspective of things.

  • @keithsada1380
    @keithsada1380 2 роки тому +4

    I'm 60 years old and I hadn't written a two-stroke dirt bike since I was about 20. So I went ahead and bought gas gas ex250. And I'm having a blast on it. It's a little bit scary because I'm only 5' 8, but I do what I have to. I love the 2-stroke power, the sound, and just the way they run in general. And the newer TPI bikes like mine can be lugged down without fouling plugs.

    • @bryanbrzezowski9951
      @bryanbrzezowski9951 Рік тому +1

      Almost the same brother. Haven’t ridden competitively in over 20 years. I’m 45 now and just bought a KTM 250 SX. Gonna take it on the track and show these youngsters how it’s done.

  • @C0NQUIZTAD0R
    @C0NQUIZTAD0R 2 роки тому +17

    To those who feel that the Powerband is too narrow, fit a VHM cylinder head and you will wonder why you did not do that earlier! We fitted one to our 150sx (that was an awsum bike to starters) and we ended up fitting a bigger front sprocket and a smaller rear one to keep the new power under control. Our 150sx is now a 250f killer!

    • @Blaaggarding
      @Blaaggarding 10 місяців тому +1

      If you want to go racing and get the best results possible then you have no business riding a 2 stroke but if your riding for fun then you have no business on a 4 stroke in my opinion .. nothing like it when you connect a few corners while she's on the pipe ..brrrraàaaaap

    • @tomcaldwell5750
      @tomcaldwell5750 9 місяців тому

      Way to go! You guys rock!

  • @publicadventures
    @publicadventures 3 роки тому +1

    Love the energy and the comical way this was approached awesome job

  • @rorypoyzer9831
    @rorypoyzer9831 2 роки тому

    Just got my first 2 stroke a Ktm 300 exc and loving it thanks for the advice!!

  • @fourwheeledfloridian2346
    @fourwheeledfloridian2346 2 роки тому +3

    Just went from a 450R to a 250 2 stroke, best thing I ever did.

  • @tractordirt5167
    @tractordirt5167 3 роки тому +3

    Nice vid, man! We’re 2-strokers-300xc for me and 125sx for my son. You sort of hinted at it, but the lower center of gravity contributes to the lighter feel.

  • @paisley3518
    @paisley3518 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much for the video. I never rode 2 stroke so I am watching everything that I can on 2 stroke. Thanks for your input and ideas, more info is always good.

  • @theexisting1514
    @theexisting1514 3 роки тому +6

    sold my raptor 700 a few months ago and snagged an 06 yz 250. best decision I've made

  • @MXGriffin
    @MXGriffin 3 роки тому +19

    Imagine a 125 monster cup 🔥🔥🔥

  • @Bastard01g
    @Bastard01g 3 роки тому +11

    Yeah Cody, keep on doing videos! Greetings from Estonia.

  • @matthewanderson1943
    @matthewanderson1943 3 роки тому +1

    Love these videos, just got my first bike 3 weeks ago 2021 KTM SX250 and it rips!

  • @Ze0th
    @Ze0th 2 роки тому +1

    I bought a brand new YZ 250 back in 2000. Man I love my 2 stroke, will never sell it. Still runs great to this day.

  • @23DMOTORSPORTS
    @23DMOTORSPORTS 3 роки тому +6

    Love that Cody reps the 2 stroke 🤙
    You did a great job with the vid too bro ✌️

  • @adventuresiwork3563
    @adventuresiwork3563 2 роки тому +3

    I love 2 strokes. I prefer the older bikes since that’s what my budget can afford as well. Currently ride a 2001 yz 250 2 stroke. 7 hours in the rebuild.

  • @mofekka
    @mofekka 2 роки тому

    Love the channel. You're videos helped me get a better handle on this dirtbike thing since I started riding again a year ago. THanks!!!!

  • @a1scoot
    @a1scoot 3 роки тому +2

    Love my 14 300 XC....Makes me feel young again.

  • @theslipperface
    @theslipperface 3 роки тому +9

    Should clarify this is specific to motocross. In hard enduro, everyone rides two strokes. There's also Sherco, Beta, Yamaha, KTM, and Rieju still making two stroke race bikes.

    • @timbjork2098
      @timbjork2098 3 роки тому

      Love to try a beta 300rr or rx

    • @JacobSnover
      @JacobSnover 2 роки тому

      Billy Bolt is on a 4 stroke now, and still winning.

  • @joecave7767
    @joecave7767 3 роки тому +11

    You forgot to add; number 14 ... locktite is your best friend when maintaining a 2 banger

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому

      Yes!! we forgot that one!

    • @badluck6969
      @badluck6969 3 роки тому

      Sure if you have an old Ktm. With yamaha maybe not so much. And well, with modern ktm is even less.

    • @ryanflood635
      @ryanflood635 3 роки тому +1

      New KTMs have a 2 stroke counter weight to cancel out most of the vibration.

    • @EarthSurferUSA
      @EarthSurferUSA 3 роки тому

      I hate lock tight. Only use it when absolutely needed, and I almost never need it. If you want to mess up your torque specs, use lock tight. Best to just stick with the torque specs.

    • @joecave7767
      @joecave7767 3 роки тому +1

      @@EarthSurferUSA My sons TC125 manual specifies the use of Loctite on some fasteners in conjunction with a torque spec

  • @skxqticul8647
    @skxqticul8647 3 роки тому +1

    i just bought a 2 stroke today i’m hyped

  • @riderdav
    @riderdav 2 роки тому +1

    Love this content. I’m looking to buy my first 2 smoker dirt bike, coming from an SV650! I’ve always loved watching motocross and flat track, thanks to my brother!

    • @jamesordwayultralightpilot
      @jamesordwayultralightpilot 2 роки тому +1

      Keep the Suzuki. I miss mine. But also get a dirtbike. I've never had a 125 2t but my dad had a blast on his. The kx 250 was insane and the KX 500 was retarded. I never rode the 500 but I rode the 250 and tried to race my dad on the 500. Big mistake without goggles.

  • @southbrooklynmoto9184
    @southbrooklynmoto9184 3 роки тому +5

    Of all the motorcycles I've owned, my YZ125 2stroke is by far my favorite.

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +1

      Yz 125s are soooooo good!

    • @TroNPopz209
      @TroNPopz209 3 роки тому +1

      wait till you try a yz250

    • @paulpatriot1776
      @paulpatriot1776 2 роки тому +2

      If you ever get a chance to ride a 2 stroke open bike, like 490 or 500, it is hard to describe how awesome they are.

  • @chrisgraf1304
    @chrisgraf1304 3 роки тому +3

    C'mon man! Ride more two bangers!! ✊🏼

  • @slayer6936
    @slayer6936 2 роки тому

    I am 61 and a disabled vet!! And i am getting the yzx125!!! It has been 21 tears since i rode and a,ways rode 2 strokes!!! And i love the smell of a fresh 2 stroke oil in the morning!!!

  • @sheldon8801
    @sheldon8801 3 роки тому +1

    I love Cody’s energy

  • @jeffkern2442
    @jeffkern2442 3 роки тому +22

    Hi I’m early for once and im thinking of getting a 2 stroke

  • @stephennieman
    @stephennieman 3 роки тому +15

    I love 2 strokes the smell the soind and just everything about it

  • @himotox2788
    @himotox2788 3 роки тому

    Hell yeah! I ride a 2008 Yamaha YZ85, and till this day I still don’t regret it, and I never will. 2 strokes for life.

  • @Erik-kp1ux
    @Erik-kp1ux 2 роки тому

    Me and my crew are keeping it alive almost every weekend. 01 rm 250, 98 rm250, 98 rm125, 01 yz250, 86 cr250, 2020 yz250. Been doing alot of trail riding but hoping to get back to the track soon.

  • @katanamaker
    @katanamaker 3 роки тому +3

    More people will buy 2t's if channel's like you make more content about them like this. I know for a fact people like me have been asking you to do a tutorial on how to clutch control properly, but our requests are largely ignored.

  • @gv978
    @gv978 3 роки тому +8

    At equal displacement, the 2 strokes power ratio is 1.7 greater. It means that a 250 cc 2 strokes is almost as powerfull as a 450 cc 4 strokes. If not even.

    • @shpwny2150
      @shpwny2150 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah that's why 250 2 strokes race with the 450, pretty cool

    • @fredgarvinMP
      @fredgarvinMP 2 роки тому

      @@shpwny2150 They should let 250 2 strokes race with 250 4 strokes. The four strokes have a fifteen year development advantage.

    • @jamesordwayultralightpilot
      @jamesordwayultralightpilot 2 роки тому +3

      @@fredgarvinMP and the 4 strokes would get smoked every race. LoL you can engineer all you want, a 250 4 stroke will never put the same fear in your heart as a 250 2stroke.

    • @AntonioLopez-kw3ev
      @AntonioLopez-kw3ev 2 роки тому

      @@jamesordwayultralightpilot I have a question. new to the 2 stroke scene and just put in a new piston and clutch on a 1997rm 125 and I'm used to riding Honda 450crf's ,600cbr street bike ,and Yamaha ttr230 is it just me or is the power very low for my first time riding a 125cc 2 stroke or is the 450 just allot more power than the 125?

  • @tannerwilson1557
    @tannerwilson1557 3 роки тому

    As I just bought a kx100. Perfect timing guys

  • @backwithabang5842
    @backwithabang5842 3 роки тому +1

    I love them more than anything!
    Had kx65,kx85,rm125, than i had a yz450...yes it was an awesome bike and alot of fun to ride, but i couldnt stand the engine braking, the heavy weight, the fact that i simply couldnt rebuild the engine.. so sold it!
    Now i got a yz250 and man, thats just so much fun to ride...sounds and smells awesome, and with a few pro circuit parts its just simply as fast as a 450 in my opinion!
    Right now i rebuild it to a reverse restyle Version.. old 2002 plastics and airbox, it looks sick and pretty oldschool for a '19 bike. :)

  • @timlerminiaux2346
    @timlerminiaux2346 3 роки тому +4

    I'm 55 years old and I still ride 2 Strokes

    • @imabeliever244
      @imabeliever244 3 роки тому +2

      I'll be 55 in November and I'm still on my yz250...and lovin' every minute of it...to quote "Loverboy". haha

    • @brianwall1349
      @brianwall1349 2 роки тому +1

      @@imabeliever244 Canadian? YZ 250 and a KDX for me @61.

    • @huskypoop4917
      @huskypoop4917 2 роки тому

      keep doin it guys im not far behind you ;D

    • @imabeliever244
      @imabeliever244 2 роки тому

      @@brianwall1349 Not Canadian but we speak the same language. lol

  • @thatonegytlole7829
    @thatonegytlole7829 3 роки тому +6

    I don’t ever ride a 2 stroke but here I am

  • @miigzen
    @miigzen 3 роки тому

    You did great man. From a beginner who is conducting research. Thanks.

  • @martinzorro640
    @martinzorro640 3 роки тому +2

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
    Muy buen video 👍🏻
    Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

  • @Getman43
    @Getman43 3 роки тому +9

    Can you guys make a start video please? I really need some tips for starts. If i can get my starts down, I'll pull away from everyone, and have GREAT races!

    • @MotoFamMayhem
      @MotoFamMayhem 3 роки тому +2

      I believe they did.... If not it was someone else and the video was incredibly informative 👌

    • @TheMxFactory
      @TheMxFactory  3 роки тому +2

      Great idea!! We will get on it!!

    • @mxcayden2770
      @mxcayden2770 3 роки тому

      Good idea tip try to keep you your clutch in just enuff for you dirt bike to be disengaged

    • @MotoFamMayhem
      @MotoFamMayhem 3 роки тому

      Here it is 👊😎
      ua-cam.com/video/lLUWsQTDTFo/v-deo.html

  • @davidleesmith5133
    @davidleesmith5133 3 роки тому +8

    Don't forget Beta 2 stroke motocross bikes 2021 they make world championship winning enduro bikes now mx!!!!!

  • @ShavIsLoud
    @ShavIsLoud 3 роки тому +1

    Needed this vid, might be picking up a 2 smoke this weekend!

  • @wj286
    @wj286 3 роки тому +1

    I really think the KTM TPI levels in the 2 stroke are next level. You can still feel the "on the pipe" feeling but the power band is more like a 4 stoke. Meaning traditional 2 stroke you were either going blaaaaap compared to going braaaaaap. My newest bike is the 2020 KTM 300 XC TPI and at low end it chugs no stalling, top end it's a chain saw in the dirt!!!

  • @GarbageDanks
    @GarbageDanks 3 роки тому +6

    I really wish Honda would've perfected the CR's. The fact that they abandoned them in 07 is a shame.

  • @Fmontes
    @Fmontes 3 роки тому +6

    Just waiting for my YZ125X to arrive...

  • @ramoonfernandez2503
    @ramoonfernandez2503 3 роки тому

    hey man, I appreciate your content... I am not even a beginner's beginner... I love the feel of 2 stroke power band, mid 90s RM 250... 4 strokes blow!

  • @CalebRobles-vx6tb
    @CalebRobles-vx6tb 3 роки тому

    This video just put I smile on my face

  • @deronjones24
    @deronjones24 3 роки тому +6

    Theae guys are dope im have to take my son to ride school one day with them @TheMxfactory

  • @gunguyforlife630
    @gunguyforlife630 2 роки тому +10

    13 things to know about 2 stroke bikes!
    01: They're badass
    02: They're badass
    03: They're badass
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    05: They're badass
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    13: They're badass

  • @alanpartington7244
    @alanpartington7244 3 роки тому +1

    Appreciate your style It's all good

  • @smilingonion2469
    @smilingonion2469 3 роки тому +1

    I have my yamaha DT125 for a while now and man that smell, the power it's beautiful

  • @Dirt_Bike_Dave
    @Dirt_Bike_Dave 3 роки тому +10

    Cody you did a fine job on the video.....can you you guys get your T-shirt supplier to make a " when in doubt..throttle out" T-shirt ?

  • @mofekka
    @mofekka 2 роки тому

    So glad I decided to get a 2stroke. My 300 xcw is way beyond my expectations.

  • @lonewolf211
    @lonewolf211 3 роки тому +1

    Just got a 300 xcw. Can't wait for warmer weather

  • @cameronhealy4159
    @cameronhealy4159 3 роки тому +4

    I own a Honda cr 85 and when I’m at the track it is by far the oldest bike there and it turns a lot of heads when people see me flat out trough corners and over jumps

  • @ryderhicken575
    @ryderhicken575 3 роки тому +14

    Do a video on how to prepare for a race

  • @nathanielmackinnon3225
    @nathanielmackinnon3225 2 роки тому

    Just bought one the other day thanks for the information!

  • @jakeburrows5804
    @jakeburrows5804 3 роки тому

    2019 YZ250 rider. Cant live without it. Been riding 2 smokers my whole life. Best feeling one could have riding one

    • @jacoba8739
      @jacoba8739 3 роки тому

      2020 yz250. Never fails to put a smile on my face

  • @mobgma
    @mobgma 3 роки тому +6

    no engine breaking (or very little) is the thing i like least.

    • @callummacleod1921
      @callummacleod1921 3 роки тому +6

      I reckon that's one of the good things, easier to carry more speed through corners.

    • @mobgma
      @mobgma 3 роки тому +1

      @@callummacleod1921 100%!

    • @cadencramer2747
      @cadencramer2747 3 роки тому

      You shouldn't engine brake a 2t anyways, the top end gets lubed by the oil in the fuel. When you engine brake it is only getting the amount of fuel it would get at idle, but it is still spinning at 3k+ rpms and not getting the oil it needs. It wears out the top end faster when you engine brake.

    • @callummacleod1921
      @callummacleod1921 3 роки тому +2

      @@cadencramer2747 Sorry mate, i have to disagree with you there. The oil also pools in the crankcase and continues to do its job at zero throttle. While prolonged periods of engine braking can be a problem, ie long hill decents, I personally have never had a problem over 20+ years of riding and racing 2T's.

    • @cadencramer2747
      @cadencramer2747 3 роки тому

      @@callummacleod1921 Yeah I was mostly thinking long descents. The trails around me are pretty much up or down, not much flat ground, so I usually just pull in the clutch and freewheel down the mountain.

  • @Lou_Der
    @Lou_Der 3 роки тому +6

    Only 2brands?! However I'm pretty sure I'm riding a Beta 2strokes... And there's Sherco, and Rieju (which have previous Gasgas engines)
    If you're talking about dirt bikes in general, make sure to integrate other category than MX !
    Just watch one extreme enduro event and you'll see a lot of these bikes.

    • @kennedyracing7527
      @kennedyracing7527 3 роки тому +3

      TM Racing makes rocking 2-Strokes

    • @Lou_Der
      @Lou_Der 3 роки тому

      @@kennedyracing7527 Yep, totally forgot this one !

    • @kellybrown6988
      @kellybrown6988 3 роки тому +1

      Most popular in America is Yamaha and Ktm, that’s probably why he didn’t feel the need to list every single two stroke that exist! Relax! It’s just a fun little video lol

    • @Lou_Der
      @Lou_Der 3 роки тому

      @@kellybrown6988 wasn't meant to be offensive, sorry if it seems so! Just wanted to point out other brands as they are common in EnduroGP and Extreme enduro (and are winning a lot). It's always good to know what exists and not only follow the trend or only see the big brands !

    • @iirosilvan5615
      @iirosilvan5615 3 роки тому

      Sherco make their own engines, they dont use old gasgas engines

  • @bigr5378
    @bigr5378 3 роки тому

    I just bought a restored 1981 CR 250 elsinore 2 stroke and a blast to ride,the power band is crazy

  • @randomquickness
    @randomquickness 3 роки тому +1

    PREACH Cody!!! Keeping the 2-strokes alive!

  • @issag.8346
    @issag.8346 3 роки тому +3

    2 strokes roooockkkkkssss :DDDD

  • @BigDaveTALKS
    @BigDaveTALKS 3 роки тому +3

    Good job. Tyler may have to step it up a little 😳🤣. I just trail ride but am looking to get a 2stroke. The wr450 is great but a little too much.

    • @barakbertoch6690
      @barakbertoch6690 3 роки тому +1

      2 strokes are way better for trail because they don't run as hot as a 4 stroke. that's all i do is trail and 2 strokes are by far the way to go, even thou the wr 450 is a narlly trail bike 2 strokes are still better.

    • @BigDaveTALKS
      @BigDaveTALKS 3 роки тому

      @@barakbertoch6690 i agree. In your opinion, would a TI 150 be a decent bike for a 6ft 230lb man who doesn’t care about log hopping, hill climbing or rock climbing? I just ride average south Texas trails

    • @barakbertoch6690
      @barakbertoch6690 3 роки тому +1

      @@BigDaveTALKS given the fact that the TI 150 was made for tackling trails, it is all around a good bike and I personally love huskys. so I wouldn't say no but in my own mind more power more fun but also more difficult, but if all your doing is the easier end of trail riding, then a 150 will be the smarter thing to invest in.

  • @Braap250
    @Braap250 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you Cody for the vid about the fun of 2smokes!! Do you think that a 2 stroke helps be a better rider? A lot of the top 13 you listed would make you a better rider, not just fast because the 4stroke can power you out of a corner. I think the new riders on 4strokes are missing the challenge and thrill of mastering a bike that really rewards upping your game.

  • @carlospaiva6450
    @carlospaiva6450 Рік тому

    Proud owner of a 2 stroke Husaberg 250 here. Great video, congrats

  • @danielmartin5267
    @danielmartin5267 3 роки тому +5

    You forgot to mention they foul spark plugs every 10 mins if u don’t rip em hard enough! I love 2 strokes

    • @goldneymargamer4279
      @goldneymargamer4279 3 роки тому +1

      Really?

    • @colecollett9517
      @colecollett9517 3 роки тому +2

      Think you need to check your jetting

    • @blooiefps9304
      @blooiefps9304 3 роки тому

      @@goldneymargamer4279 no, he probably doesn't know how to warm up a 2 stroke ;) (not at all like a 4 stroke)

    • @billyboots3730
      @billyboots3730 3 роки тому

      Ran a 125sx as an enduro bike for 3 years, dont think i ever fouled a plug 🤔

    • @JoshRex7ven
      @JoshRex7ven 3 роки тому +1

      @@billyboots3730 i ride a 94 kdx200. Never fouled a plug once