I’ve owned bikes for close to 40 years. There’s a truth about bikes I’ll share with you, you need 2 bikes minimum, ideally 3 bikes. The TW 200 is great but it’s even better when you have a backup street bike like something in the 400cc - 800cc range. I’ve owned 2 Groms and they were great but just too tight and hard on the shoulders at my age. The TW 200 is small but not too small. It’s just not quite big enough for real cruising which is about 10-20% of my riding. I have a large bike for that. So 2 bikes is what you need, minimum. A TW 200 and say something like a used Sportster would be a good combo. Or perhaps a Ducati Desert sled, or BMW r 9 t. The TW 200 fills that “fun gap” in riding we all quest for.
Three bikes is a good number, one in each weight/size class is optimum for getting the most out of them. I recently sold the 1944 DKW NZ350/1 from Nazi Germany, a piece of WWII military history, but still have 2003 BMW R1150GS Adventure and the 2010 T-Dub. Both have strong advantages over the other. Thinking about a midsize machine to replace the DKW, but haven't save up for one and decided on the make and model. Lots to choose from.
@@DARIVSARCHITECTVS knew i couldnt be the only one that thinks this way😂👍 just got a 2023 tw200 last year. Will be paid off in a couple months. Im shooting for 3 bikes. Want a cruiser (street bob 114) and a gixxer gsxr600. Torn bewtwen which to get next thoe 🤔
@@OGkush69x Eventually you'll earn enough to afford both. Never got a sportbike before, because I favor utility and offroad bikes. Sport bikes go REALLY fast, but that's about all you can do with it. If you like doing that, you need a sport bike.
Just got a tw200 and I have been riding for last decade.. last bike i had was a 2017 yz450.. the tw is a blast i cant stop smiling when i ride it.. you will have a blast on it!!
I just bought a 2023 tw and I am loving this thing! It’s so much fun with it being street legal going out on the highway but being able to jump off into a trail and know it will take you damn near anywhere being so rugged
I'm retired and weigh a bit over 300. Half a dozen full sized Harleys and probably 100K miles over the years, I sold my last one about 15 years ago because I never had time to ride. I have no interest in road trips or highway driving but have this idea of getting a minibike just to beat around the farm here & maybe travel the 10 miles of back roads to town once a week. Your review was probably one of the most relaxing I've seen and sure appreciate you taking the time to share. Stay safe down there in FL.
@@bryanward7451 yeah this bike is perfect, but unfortunately, at this point, I commenced myself I needed more power and what not blah blah blah ended up with a Yamaha T7 way too bulky toon top-heavy, and when I tried to go up this little dirt mound near my house that I used to go over all the time I ended up, basically dropping it, but barely holding it up and needing my friends help to get it back up. I would actually like to get another TW, I had the Sandy Bay so I like the new colors anyway voice typo, Sandy, beige
I think the word you're looking for about your fuel is ethanol. As for turning off the gas valve and letting it run out of fuel? That's actually a very good practice to get into. If you ever have a situation where the bike is going to sit for a long time, that will save you a lot of problems down the road.
I picked this bike up 6 moths ago and love it. Great for just starting out and it definitely gets your comfortable with riding a bike. The TW will forever be in my garage....
Interesting video. I have a 2021 TW200 on order. My sort of plan is to slow down and put around the area in which I live. You can change the gearing to enhance riding on the streets. A tank bag for phone and miscellaneous items. Embrace the slower speeds and enjoy the ride.
I find that around town 200cc does okay. Open roads, not freeways, at 45 - 50 MPH speed limit is the practical limit. I took a 250cc on the Freeway, it took FOREVER to come up to speed and people would pass me. I had to drive in the right lane the whole time. My best guess is you need something at least 500cc to do a freeway.
No, not entirely true. With at least a 300cc or higher and a 6 speed transmission, you're more than capable to maintain highway speeds of upwards to 70-75mph. Still even then, personally I still wouldn't attempt it. Because, at those speeds and the minimal breaking you already have on the smaller displacement dual sports, you'll have brake fade before you can stop fast enough to get out of harms way. Just too risky, plus you miss the great opportunities to see the country while you're riding to your destination, and could miss cool trails when you're highway bound. I mean if you're worried about your fuel capacity, bring a small can with you and fill it with fuel, they have some great little travel cans you can use for fuel that can store upwards to a gallon of gas if you really need the extra thought.
Just got done riding it for the first day and put 200 miles on it. Lol. I love this bike! I can see me getting a crusier one day but I will also keep this tw
Had an accident today. Made it out alive. No broken bones. I had all my gear on. TW is ok. All the parts are plastic and it's completely naked. This bike is awesome
@@Lorenzoinfj Hey Larry, You be careful, body injuries are no joke, It may change your life in a second. Good to hear that you haven't become another statistic. Be Safe
I just got my TW two weeks ago. You are right, it is SLOW. I never go off road before so I think this is great to get on. I also have a V-Star 250 to take on the street. Being a small sized rider they both work for me.
Due to EPA emissions rules, this bike will never change, it was grandfathered in and you will not find a new design bike as and basic as the t dub. But a 350 would be cool.... and probably around 7000
@@nomadicfenceman509 they could still make a 350cc version that’s simple, lower stance like this one with a 350cc. It might have to be fuel injected, but who cares. It would be awesome. Make it air cooled and simple like the xt250. It’s modern and still super reliable
I got my 2020 tdub last year for 4900 out the door counting all the tags, title and taxes! I use a 2.5 gal rotopax that i carry on my rear rack. With it i can get well over 200 miles before needing to stop at a gas station.
I had a DR 400 and it was so uncomfortable I traded it in, but then I’m pushing 70 with a short stick. The TW looks more comfortable so I’ll take a look. My Bonneville is not a mudder nor does it like the 3 km of gravel I have to travel before hitting pavement. I wish this had at least a 250cc engine as I’d like a little more oomph for riding backroads and mountain trails in search of trout. Thanks for your review.
This bike is an amazing beginner bike it’s only good up until 55 mph so don’t expect a good highway time but it’s a very light very friendly motorcycle and is perfectly good for some off road riding on trails I’ve rode on trails and this bike will never lose traction when you are going like it’s very hard to break traction I love to go off road and goof around it’ll really take you everywhere you will want to go not fast but it’ll get there have a good one y’all
At 76 and a ex Harley and Polaris, I saw some you tube adventure posts and decided to get a 2021. I love it and have about 800 miles in a few months about 60:40. I put on the Shinzo 241. It rides better on the trails. My issue are 220 pounds and off road should I reduce pressure.. 15-18 Anyway, I love this bike. I struggle on the dirt bike trails because standing is tough at my age.. enjoy and be safe
I felt the same way about the super moto. However I have a problem buying a brand new bike and then having to change out a brand new set of tires in order to get what I want. Not to mention all the extra add ons. Besides, going fast on the road is one thing. Going fast on a dirt road is crazy if your alone. Aint nobody going to help you.
I have updated my pick to the new CRF 300 rally or the tenere 700 if you are leaning heavily towards highway. Honorable mention dr650 or the new KLR coming out
I have ridden for 40 years+ licensed and one of my bikes is a 2017 TW200. These bikes used to be $4995 before the madness. I love my TW - will never sell it! It is like a goat on the trails, climbs up anything and is unstoppable! You should be getting 75+mpg. Change out that front tire if you do trails, it is crap and washes out. Your stock rear sprocket is a 50-tooth, change it to a 47-tooth if you want a longer first gear and lower revs at highway speed. Safe riding brother!
@@hurt1704 The 47-tooth makes a huge difference at the higher end or just cruising around, you can cruise at 50mph without the motor screaming. If that is the majority of what you do, cruising around, I would recommend the 47. If you are a trail guy the stock 50 or 52 works well - some go much bigger, but you will most likely need a new chain if you go bigger. As for the bottom end with the 47, you will double the distance you can go in first, vice the stock 50 - there is some loss at the low end, but I found it worth it (unless you are a steep trails/single track only guy). Hope this helps!
i keep mine in my house to LMAO........did you do any upgrades yet? Ive been riding for 20 years and this may be my last bike I love it so much. Its not fast but its heaps of fun. I switched to a 44 tooth gear in rear and greatly increases your highway speed.
I ended up buying a 2023 model tw last week in Alabama. So far I love it, but I knew exactly what I was buying. It’s not a cruiser for highway, I knew it was for in town or slower speed roads and for adventuring. If I want more road friendly, I’ll probably buy another bike TO Go with it . I love this bike and it’s so much fun hopping on it and cruising around and seeing a trail and jumping off on that. So much fun with it being street legal. I know you sold this bike you said, do you regret it?
Yes the tenere 700 was too bulky. If I pulled over on the side of the road and wanted to backtrack and check out something it was a disaster. As it turns out the TW was just fine for highway just don't be in a rush. I've been many hours away from home on that bike. Probably going to get another one or maximum KLX 300 but leaning towards TW heavily
@@tomalba7 klx would be a nice bike. What about the Yamaha xt250? I haven’t watched much on them, but I know the top speed is better, fuel injected etc. might be a good option for you. Really enjoying my little tdub
Recreation fuel doesn't have ethanol mixed with it. As ethanol can mess up the jet in carburetors, and your fuel hoses, not to mention it can't be left for long in the tank without some type of Stabil in the tank, as the ethanol will gunk up your fuel jets from the sugars in the ethanol over time. This is why you want to strictly use rec fuel for motorcycles if you can get it. If you can't, use the lowest octane as that'll prolong the intervals between carb and fuel line checks with small engines having carburetors. Also the TW wasn't marketed as a motorcycle, it's an agricultural farm vehicle, hence why it's low torque and the wider tires for getting around the farm and land. Though it's marketed in some places as a dual sport, it's not really. It can do it, but it's mostly for navigating farms and woodlands around farms.
Did you ever think of changing the sprocket? A couple of teeth fewer on the rear sprocket, or a tooth more on the front, or both, would improve your highway performance. You would perhaps lose some off road performance, but it seems a worthwhile trade-off given your riding preferences.
I would agree. My TDub has a 15 tooth front sprocket and first is still low and I haven't had problem climbing anything offroad. If you are a big guy carrying lots of gear on gnarly stuff off road, then stock is best, but if you are riding on the street you'd appreciate a slightly longer gear. BTW mine is a 2020 too. Love the colourway!
My 1981 honda c70 passport is 72cc, with points ignition had a passenger seat lol. With a passenger it made 49cc scooters look fast, so grom and monkey dont seem like the worst idea to me, its their price that turned me off, ended up with a tw200
There is apparently an after market gas tank that adds an almost extra gallon of gas. I'd like to get onto a motorcycle again...i don't know if I'm gonna wait for the new Honda trail 125 to come out or if I'm gonna go with the tw200
I definitely wouldn't go smaller than this motorcycle... I also wouldn't change anything leave it stock just bring a little fuel canister. Plus spending almost the same money for a 125 is just not good business
@@tomalba7 yeah I know...my very first bike back in 2007 was the kawasaki 125 eliminator. It was very affordable...i don't know why the 125cc bracket is so expensive now...kinda ridiculous
I'm looking at getting one of these soon. I'm in Ocala, and out the door price is usually over $6K. I'd be really curious to find out how or where you got such a great deal on this. I was trying to private message you, but is there even that option on UA-cam?
If you want the T-Dub to be much safer on wet pavement, remove the stock tire, the "DeathWing" and replace it with a Shinko 244 or 241. If you take the bike on a rain slick road and make a sharp turn at speed, there's fair chance you will dump the bike. The rear tire is okay, but the front is known for washing out. It's the FIRST upgrade you should make on a T-Dub. I've been riding the T-Dub for years in all conditions, and it's one of the most fun bikes to own.
I'd like to find the new 2021 color way for as cheap as possible if you can help lol. I am in Sofla and understand what you mean about the absurd pricing.
@@tomalba7 depending on your application. I went down to a 47 & love it, no noticeable drop in torque & gained about 6mph top speed. Cruises nicer now at lower rpm.
I went through some sandy rocky / I don't remember what it was but it was loose. People were telling me that other bikes were swaying from side to side mine tracked straight from them big tires
I talked myself into selling mine but now I regret it I told myself I needed more power in actuality it's fine. I got a Yamaha tenere 700 And then I missed the nimbleness of the bike and I sold that one also would like to get another TDub
I took my bike from South Florida all the way around lake Okeechobee area probably like a 6-hour ride joyriding bike is fine You don't need to do 90 mph everywhere and you enjoy the ride more if you're just cruising
Considering the tw. First bike was a Ducati as well (monster). Never really enjoyed the bike, but the tw appeals to me. Low and slow. I have a camp in the Adirondacks, so thinking this would be a fun bike to explore.
Love the bike. Not great on the highway but it can get up to 70 but it's not happy at that speed. One thing I just found out this thing cannot tell the difference if a passenger is on it or not...wow
@@tomalba7 thanks, I was wondering about how it handles a passenger. Thought it would fun to throw the daughter on the back. The lack of speed won’t bother me at all. I have a 2001 Yamaha Kodiak 400. and see all the 800-1000cc ATVs running around, and the insanely fast UTVs, but I wouldn’t trade that kodiak for my life. I see the TW as a two wheel kodiak.
Hey Tommy just change the tires to a good Q2 qulitfier dunlop street tire and you will like that bike even more .Trust me on this . It will preform almost like a super moto but not as much power I have a friend here that has one and he took my advice and let me ride it after he did and I would have to say its a really cool bike and handles beautifully with the new tires. PS : he is a street almost all the times as you are. so he saw no use even for endruo tires at all so I recommended the dunlops
If your planning on using this bike to run the roads the speed limit on most of the roads you'll be riding on should be around 45 and if you have lots of steep hills you will have a line of cars behind you.If your gonna ride just around town or dirt and gravel roads you should be fine The gearing on these small bikes are made for tight trails ,mud and sand you will get frustrated quickly trying to get up to speed out on the roads because you will be thru all your gears by the time you hit 30mph..Ive owned e 200cc bikes and lots of larger bikes I know
If you really wanna go faster replace rear sprocket wheel with a smaller wheel. It will increase your top speed. There is a really good chanel called @tdubskid. Check that out...
I have five bikes, my monkey is the most fun. It keeps up with traffic fine, just keep off the freeway. When I feel traffic wants to go fast I pull over and let them pass. Death trap? It's the rider. As far as contacting Honda about off roading, I did the rubicon trail on mine.🤣 As far as bikes go I don't get the point of it other than fat tires, the XT250 is more useful, same seat height, fuel injected, disc brakes front and rear, better suspension, faster and more powerful for about $100 more
@@tomalba7 cool, how would they do racing each other? Is the TW as slow as everyone says? I've heard they can barely get to 55, my Monkey barely does that and I find it hard to believe that a TW is equally slow. Could it do 65 in a pinch? The reason I ask is where I live I have to go about 5 miles on the freeway to get to a certain spot I like to go without going 25 miles out of the way to get there on the monkey
@@armadilllo copied from my monkey page So I’ve noticed over a short time to be very cautious on the monkey people try to run you over 4 times worse than the big bikes. Red short bed Chevy about 1 foot away only because the monkey was so quick and nimble to dart out of the way. And a few choice words flew through their window. 🤬😡
I have two TW200s and a Grom. I got my Grom for $3000 out the door brand new in 2016. My second TW200 was $4600 OTD new in 2019. Who's getting away with a Grom $6000 OTD? Of course this was over a year ago maybe prices have spiked recently. For camping, off road, etc TW200 hands down. Around town in an Urban area I love the Grom. Both great bikes. It is nice to hop curbs etc and be a bit of a hooligan around town on a TW200. The Grom is much lighter and more fuel efficient and super fun to ride and super bullet proof (as is the TW200).If you're gonna do lotsa highway miles I'd recommend an XT250 or something similar as the TW200 does get a bit tiresome on the freeway.
Should of got a kawasaki dual sport, or the Honda dual sport is good too but kawasaki looks cooler. I myself like the tw but I live in Wyoming and it's pretty much dirt.
I did not like the tire setup on the other motorcycles. I did look at other bikes. I just felt there was no way I'm riding on a motorcycle with a 2 inch wide tire. For me it's basically this, the desert sled or a supermoto
I own 16 different bikes - Ducati, Indians, Royal Enfields, Triumph, Moto Guzzi, etc. Love motorcycles. Ignore everyone’s advice on what you should buy. I have had a ton of dirtbikes over the years and if you want a nice trail bike that’s a lot of fun on the farm or trails that’s bullet proof, this is a great bike. The other bikes that people recommend (kawa, honda, etc.) are all great too... It’s just whatever you like. With 34 years of history, this bike has earned it’s place in any riders stall. I have 2000 acres of land and this bike is so good, I’ve bought another for people to ride around with me. You won’t win any bar fights or races with it, but it will give you years and years of enjoyment. GREAT bike.
I’ve owned bikes for close to 40 years. There’s a truth about bikes I’ll share with you, you need 2 bikes minimum, ideally 3 bikes. The TW 200 is great but it’s even better when you have a backup street bike like something in the 400cc - 800cc range. I’ve owned 2 Groms and they were great but just too tight and hard on the shoulders at my age. The TW 200 is small but not too small. It’s just not quite big enough for real cruising which is about 10-20% of my riding. I have a large bike for that. So 2 bikes is what you need, minimum. A TW 200 and say something like a used Sportster would be a good combo. Or perhaps a Ducati Desert sled, or BMW r 9 t. The TW 200 fills that “fun gap” in riding we all quest for.
@@lukelaw18 why would you want to? That's like buying a truck and asking if I can remove the truck bed. Just buy a different motorcycle.
Three bikes is a good number, one in each weight/size class is optimum for getting the most out of them. I recently sold the 1944 DKW NZ350/1 from Nazi Germany, a piece of WWII military history, but still have 2003 BMW R1150GS Adventure and the 2010 T-Dub. Both have strong advantages over the other. Thinking about a midsize machine to replace the DKW, but haven't save up for one and decided on the make and model. Lots to choose from.
@@DARIVSARCHITECTVS knew i couldnt be the only one that thinks this way😂👍 just got a 2023 tw200 last year. Will be paid off in a couple months. Im shooting for 3 bikes. Want a cruiser (street bob 114) and a gixxer gsxr600. Torn bewtwen which to get next thoe 🤔
@@OGkush69x Eventually you'll earn enough to afford both. Never got a sportbike before, because I favor utility and offroad bikes. Sport bikes go REALLY fast, but that's about all you can do with it. If you like doing that, you need a sport bike.
Still my first and only motorcycle after 8 years, great for what it is
I just bought mine and love it
Just got a tw200 and I have been riding for last decade.. last bike i had was a 2017 yz450.. the tw is a blast i cant stop smiling when i ride it.. you will have a blast on it!!
I just bought a 2023 tw and I am loving this thing! It’s so much fun with it being street legal going out on the highway but being able to jump off into a trail and know it will take you damn near anywhere being so rugged
You know there's a reserve setting on the petcock for your fuel so when you run out of gas you flip the switch and you'll get another 5-10 miles
more like 50 more
I'm retired and weigh a bit over 300. Half a dozen full sized Harleys and probably 100K miles over the years, I sold my last one about 15 years ago because I never had time to ride. I have no interest in road trips or highway driving but have this idea of getting a minibike just to beat around the farm here & maybe travel the 10 miles of back roads to town once a week. Your review was probably one of the most relaxing I've seen and sure appreciate you taking the time to share. Stay safe down there in FL.
@@bryanward7451 yeah this bike is perfect, but unfortunately, at this point, I commenced myself I needed more power and what not blah blah blah ended up with a Yamaha T7 way too bulky toon top-heavy, and when I tried to go up this little dirt mound near my house that I used to go over all the time I ended up, basically dropping it, but barely holding it up and needing my friends help to get it back up. I would actually like to get another TW, I had the Sandy Bay so I like the new colors anyway voice typo, Sandy, beige
thank you. i too ordered one and it will be my first motorcycle. havent a clue so combing youtube is proving useful.
I think the word you're looking for about your fuel is ethanol. As for turning off the gas valve and letting it run out of fuel? That's actually a very good practice to get into. If you ever have a situation where the bike is going to sit for a long time, that will save you a lot of problems down the road.
I picked this bike up 6 moths ago and love it. Great for just starting out and it definitely gets your comfortable with riding a bike. The TW will forever be in my garage....
First bike was a TW. Absolutely solid machine. Abused it tons. Never failed me one single time.
I've been eyeballing another one but I just don't know how to justify rebuying the same bike
Interesting video. I have a 2021 TW200 on order. My sort of plan is to slow down and put around the area in which I live. You can change the gearing to enhance riding on the streets. A tank bag for phone and miscellaneous items. Embrace the slower speeds and enjoy the ride.
Don't change the gears.
I find that around town 200cc does okay. Open roads, not freeways, at 45 - 50 MPH speed limit is the practical limit. I took a 250cc on the Freeway, it took FOREVER to come up to speed and people would pass me. I had to drive in the right lane the whole time. My best guess is you need something at least 500cc to do a freeway.
No, not entirely true. With at least a 300cc or higher and a 6 speed transmission, you're more than capable to maintain highway speeds of upwards to 70-75mph. Still even then, personally I still wouldn't attempt it. Because, at those speeds and the minimal breaking you already have on the smaller displacement dual sports, you'll have brake fade before you can stop fast enough to get out of harms way. Just too risky, plus you miss the great opportunities to see the country while you're riding to your destination, and could miss cool trails when you're highway bound. I mean if you're worried about your fuel capacity, bring a small can with you and fill it with fuel, they have some great little travel cans you can use for fuel that can store upwards to a gallon of gas if you really need the extra thought.
I just got a 2021. New rider. Thanks for the tips.
Where u ride?!
@@tomalba7 in nyc. Riding to bear mountain and back
Just got done riding it for the first day and put 200 miles on it. Lol. I love this bike! I can see me getting a crusier one day but I will also keep this tw
Had an accident today. Made it out alive. No broken bones. I had all my gear on. TW is ok. All the parts are plastic and it's completely naked. This bike is awesome
@@Lorenzoinfj Hey Larry, You be careful, body injuries are no joke, It may change your life in a second. Good to hear that you haven't become another statistic. Be Safe
great review man. I'm intrigued by these...would make an awesome little bike to rip around on the backroads here..
To me its the best looking basic dual purpose bike . Smaller bikes are a loads of fun.
I just got my TW two weeks ago. You are right, it is SLOW. I never go off road before so I think this is great to get on. I also have a V-Star 250 to take on the street. Being a small sized rider they both work for me.
Now that I sold it I miss it I got the t7 convinced myself the larger bike was better it's not a TW was perfect
I wish they'd make like a 350cc version.
It would put other motorcycle manufacturers out of business so that probably won't happen
Due to EPA emissions rules, this bike will never change, it was grandfathered in and you will not find a new design bike as and basic as the t dub. But a 350 would be cool.... and probably around 7000
@@nomadicfenceman509 they could still make a 350cc version that’s simple, lower stance like this one with a 350cc. It might have to be fuel injected, but who cares. It would be awesome. Make it air cooled and simple like the xt250. It’s modern and still super reliable
Good honest review , thanks.
From a 748 to a tdub. Awesome.
Thanks my friend!
By the way I sold it last year and I regret it
I got my 2020 tdub last year for 4900 out the door counting all the tags, title and taxes! I use a 2.5 gal rotopax that i carry on my rear rack. With it i can get well over 200 miles before needing to stop at a gas station.
I'm fl. There's a premium. 300 delivery for 2 hours away
@@tomalba7 I picked mine up my self so didn't have any delivery charge.
I got raped at the dealer for my 2022 two weeks ago. 7300 out the door in fl,they know they are hard to get and sell in days
I had a DR 400 and it was so uncomfortable I traded it in, but then I’m pushing 70 with a short stick. The TW looks more comfortable so I’ll take a look. My Bonneville is not a mudder nor does it like the 3 km of gravel I have to travel before hitting pavement. I wish this had at least a 250cc engine as I’d like a little more oomph for riding backroads and mountain trails in search of trout. Thanks for your review.
This bike is perfect for everything except Highway. First gear is very slow but second gear you can get going
This bike is an amazing beginner bike it’s only good up until 55 mph so don’t expect a good highway time but it’s a very light very friendly motorcycle and is perfectly good for some off road riding on trails I’ve rode on trails and this bike will never lose traction when you are going like it’s very hard to break traction I love to go off road and goof around it’ll really take you everywhere you will want to go not fast but it’ll get there have a good one y’all
Where u live?
@@tomalba7 Hawaii
At 76 and a ex Harley and Polaris, I saw some you tube adventure posts and decided to get a 2021. I love it and have about 800 miles in a few months about 60:40. I put on the Shinzo 241. It rides better on the trails. My issue are 220 pounds and off road should I reduce pressure.. 15-18 Anyway, I love this bike. I struggle on the dirt bike trails because standing is tough at my age.. enjoy and be safe
There's a group on facebook. Tw200 you should join. Ask questions etc
I want one of these... or a dual sport. Finding motorcycles is tough
It is a dual sport
Got into a accident on my bike a few years ago and it scares the shit out of my riding because it was pretty bad. I want this bike soooo bad though
I only ride after traffic dies down. Bikes are not for commuting
I felt the same way about the super moto. However I have a problem buying a brand new bike and then having to change out a brand new set of tires in order to get what I want. Not to mention all the extra add ons. Besides, going fast on the road is one thing. Going fast on a dirt road is crazy if your alone. Aint nobody going to help you.
I have updated my pick to the new CRF 300 rally or the tenere 700 if you are leaning heavily towards highway. Honorable mention dr650 or the new KLR coming out
Biggest upgrade for dirt riding on woops and single track would be better suspension but then that would be more money lol
I have ridden for 40 years+ licensed and one of my bikes is a 2017 TW200. These bikes used to be $4995 before the madness. I love my TW - will never sell it! It is like a goat on the trails, climbs up anything and is unstoppable! You should be getting 75+mpg. Change out that front tire if you do trails, it is crap and washes out. Your stock rear sprocket is a 50-tooth, change it to a 47-tooth if you want a longer first gear and lower revs at highway speed. Safe riding brother!
How much does that 47 tooth really help compared to the 50 tooth at 50 to 55 mph? Does it hurt your low end for trails and climbing any?
@@hurt1704 The 47-tooth makes a huge difference at the higher end or just cruising around, you can cruise at 50mph without the motor screaming. If that is the majority of what you do, cruising around, I would recommend the 47. If you are a trail guy the stock 50 or 52 works well - some go much bigger, but you will most likely need a new chain if you go bigger. As for the bottom end with the 47, you will double the distance you can go in first, vice the stock 50 - there is some loss at the low end, but I found it worth it (unless you are a steep trails/single track only guy). Hope this helps!
i keep mine in my house to LMAO........did you do any upgrades yet? Ive been riding for 20 years and this may be my last bike I love it so much. Its not fast but its heaps of fun. I switched to a 44 tooth gear in rear and greatly increases your highway speed.
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Check out the flat track style tires. There is even one that fits the rear. Can’t remember the brand.
Change my mind since then stock tires are perfect they do it all
I ended up buying a 2023 model tw last week in Alabama. So far I love it, but I knew exactly what I was buying. It’s not a cruiser for highway, I knew it was for in town or slower speed roads and for adventuring. If I want more road friendly, I’ll probably buy another bike TO Go with it . I love this bike and it’s so much fun hopping on it and cruising around and seeing a trail and jumping off on that. So much fun with it being street legal. I know you sold this bike you said, do you regret it?
Yes the tenere 700 was too bulky. If I pulled over on the side of the road and wanted to backtrack and check out something it was a disaster. As it turns out the TW was just fine for highway just don't be in a rush. I've been many hours away from home on that bike. Probably going to get another one or maximum KLX 300 but leaning towards TW heavily
@@tomalba7 klx would be a nice bike. What about the Yamaha xt250? I haven’t watched much on them, but I know the top speed is better, fuel injected etc. might be a good option for you. Really enjoying my little tdub
Just curious! Do you have any trouble getting that lovely machine through the doorway?? Aka man door?
U gotta be careful...lean a bit
great video im about to buy one for 1900
"When I was in the showroom sitting on the monkeys..." That's hilarious. I don't know why, but it is lolol.
Recreation fuel doesn't have ethanol mixed with it. As ethanol can mess up the jet in carburetors, and your fuel hoses, not to mention it can't be left for long in the tank without some type of Stabil in the tank, as the ethanol will gunk up your fuel jets from the sugars in the ethanol over time. This is why you want to strictly use rec fuel for motorcycles if you can get it. If you can't, use the lowest octane as that'll prolong the intervals between carb and fuel line checks with small engines having carburetors. Also the TW wasn't marketed as a motorcycle, it's an agricultural farm vehicle, hence why it's low torque and the wider tires for getting around the farm and land. Though it's marketed in some places as a dual sport, it's not really. It can do it, but it's mostly for navigating farms and woodlands around farms.
Did you ever think of changing the sprocket? A couple of teeth fewer on the rear sprocket, or a tooth more on the front, or both, would improve your highway performance. You would perhaps lose some off road performance, but it seems a worthwhile trade-off given your riding preferences.
Stock is always best
Yes, I would normally agree, but you mentioned poor highway performance a number of times, so why not do something about it?
They are geared very low already.
I would agree. My TDub has a 15 tooth front sprocket and first is still low and I haven't had problem climbing anything offroad. If you are a big guy carrying lots of gear on gnarly stuff off road, then stock is best, but if you are riding on the street you'd appreciate a slightly longer gear. BTW mine is a 2020 too. Love the colourway!
My 1981 honda c70 passport is 72cc, with points ignition had a passenger seat lol. With a passenger it made 49cc scooters look fast, so grom and monkey dont seem like the worst idea to me, its their price that turned me off, ended up with a tw200
Beautiful bike man! The color I want. Are you sure it goes 70??? If so does it have mods?
Yes. No. Only d.i.d. 428 vx chain
Ps it don't love 70 lol. 55 perfect
There is apparently an after market gas tank that adds an almost extra gallon of gas.
I'd like to get onto a motorcycle again...i don't know if I'm gonna wait for the new Honda trail 125 to come out or if I'm gonna go with the tw200
I definitely wouldn't go smaller than this motorcycle... I also wouldn't change anything leave it stock just bring a little fuel canister. Plus spending almost the same money for a 125 is just not good business
@@tomalba7 yeah I know...my very first bike back in 2007 was the kawasaki 125 eliminator. It was very affordable...i don't know why the 125cc bracket is so expensive now...kinda ridiculous
I'm looking at getting one of these soon. I'm in Ocala, and out the door price is usually over $6K. I'd be really curious to find out how or where you got such a great deal on this. I was trying to private message you, but is there even that option on UA-cam?
Let me check if available
Good review
Will it fit in between the door jam like the man door of your house??
Easy plus it's light enough to tilt without worrying about dropping it
Good to know!
If you want the T-Dub to be much safer on wet pavement, remove the stock tire, the "DeathWing" and replace it with a Shinko 244 or 241. If you take the bike on a rain slick road and make a sharp turn at speed, there's fair chance you will dump the bike. The rear tire is okay, but the front is known for washing out. It's the FIRST upgrade you should make on a T-Dub. I've been riding the T-Dub for years in all conditions, and it's one of the most fun bikes to own.
I think it's a mess I never had a problem with those tires I love them
I got z125 because it was lower to ground fuel injected and you can wheelie
Waiting 600 miles before going full throttle? Seems a tad excessive.
As I respond to every similar comment I'm going to go ahead and trust the people who designed and produced the motorcycle
Someone would just wander into your house and steal a gas tank? Damn, that’s sketchy...
I'd like to find the new 2021 color way for as cheap as possible if you can help lol. I am in Sofla and understand what you mean about the absurd pricing.
Pm me
nice bike 😃
Great Apocalypse bike
Not alot of drawn out hills there right?… go with a 45 tooth rear sprocket.
Stock best
@@tomalba7 depending on your application. I went down to a 47 & love it, no noticeable drop in torque & gained about 6mph top speed. Cruises nicer now at lower rpm.
I went with the 47 - huge improvement - lower revs at 50mph.
Bro have you went in the sand ? mines arriving next week , Smiles
I went through some sandy rocky / I don't remember what it was but it was loose. People were telling me that other bikes were swaying from side to side mine tracked straight from them big tires
I talked myself into selling mine but now I regret it I told myself I needed more power in actuality it's fine. I got a Yamaha tenere 700 And then I missed the nimbleness of the bike and I sold that one also would like to get another TDub
I took my bike from South Florida all the way around lake Okeechobee area probably like a 6-hour ride joyriding bike is fine You don't need to do 90 mph everywhere and you enjoy the ride more if you're just cruising
Considering the tw. First bike was a Ducati as well (monster). Never really enjoyed the bike, but the tw appeals to me. Low and slow. I have a camp in the Adirondacks, so thinking this would be a fun bike to explore.
Love the bike. Not great on the highway but it can get up to 70 but it's not happy at that speed. One thing I just found out this thing cannot tell the difference if a passenger is on it or not...wow
@@tomalba7 thanks, I was wondering about how it handles a passenger. Thought it would fun to throw the daughter on the back. The lack of speed won’t bother me at all. I have a 2001 Yamaha Kodiak 400. and see all the 800-1000cc ATVs running around, and the insanely fast UTVs, but I wouldn’t trade that kodiak for my life. I see the TW as a two wheel kodiak.
Très belle moto .Mes félicitations !
Hey Tommy just change the tires to a good Q2 qulitfier dunlop street tire and you will like that bike even more .Trust me on this . It will preform almost like a super moto but not as much power I have a friend here that has one and he took my advice and let me ride it after he did and I would have to say its a really cool bike and handles beautifully with the new tires.
PS : he is a street almost all the times as you are. so he saw no use even for endruo tires at all so I recommended the dunlops
I'm actually finding a lot of trails by my house
@@tomalba7 Thats good your finding a good use with the tires you have and keep riding safe watch out for the IDIOTS out there.
I always turn my bike off by the key I think kill switch should only be used for emergency use and always on
If you are talking about the fuel switch that is incorrect way to store the bike
Gearing change could help.
No. The engine is the engine. The bike is designed for city streets and trails/off road and does those things perfectly
If your planning on using this bike to run the roads the speed limit on most of the roads you'll be riding on should be around 45 and if you have lots of steep hills you will have a line of cars behind you.If your gonna ride just around town or dirt and gravel roads you should be fine The gearing on these small bikes are made for tight trails ,mud and sand you will get frustrated quickly trying to get up to speed out on the roads because you will be thru all your gears by the time you hit 30mph..Ive owned e 200cc bikes and lots of larger bikes I know
You need a vp racing gas can.
Im in Ocala Bro
You want to go faster change the chain sprockets
Hey! Thats my name too! But really which sprocket would be changed? Both? Rear only?
@@lilredwagon5311 rear. Check @tdubskid chanel.
Go up from 14 tooth to 15 tooth on the front. Or down from 50 tooth to 47 on the rear to stretch out each gear and gain a little more top end
If you really wanna go faster replace rear sprocket wheel with a smaller wheel. It will increase your top speed. There is a really good chanel called @tdubskid. Check that out...
Saw his stuff. Not sure if I want to modify it
I'm in n fla. I'm looking to get a new TW soon. What's the best way to buy?
Buy mine! I just realized there's no way I am riding in the dirt lol
@@tomalba7 where u at.
Non ethanol fuel
I have five bikes, my monkey is the most fun. It keeps up with traffic fine, just keep off the freeway. When I feel traffic wants to go fast I pull over and let them pass. Death trap? It's the rider. As far as contacting Honda about off roading, I did the rubicon trail on mine.🤣 As far as bikes go I don't get the point of it other than fat tires, the XT250 is more useful, same seat height, fuel injected, disc brakes front and rear, better suspension, faster and more powerful for about $100 more
I love the monkey I'm still taking the TW on the street over it
@@tomalba7 cool, how would they do racing each other? Is the TW as slow as everyone says? I've heard they can barely get to 55, my Monkey barely does that and I find it hard to believe that a TW is equally slow. Could it do 65 in a pinch? The reason I ask is where I live I have to go about 5 miles on the freeway to get to a certain spot I like to go without going 25 miles out of the way to get there on the monkey
@@armadilllo copied from my monkey page
So I’ve noticed over a short time to be very cautious on the monkey people try to run you over 4 times worse than the big bikes. Red short bed Chevy about 1 foot away only because the monkey was so quick and nimble to dart out of the way. And a few choice words flew through their window. 🤬😡
I avoided highways at all cost
I have two TW200s and a Grom. I got my Grom for $3000 out the door brand new in 2016. My second TW200 was $4600 OTD new in 2019. Who's getting away with a Grom $6000 OTD? Of course this was over a year ago maybe prices have spiked recently. For camping, off road, etc TW200 hands down. Around town in an Urban area I love the Grom. Both great bikes. It is nice to hop curbs etc and be a bit of a hooligan around town on a TW200. The Grom is much lighter and more fuel efficient and super fun to ride and super bullet proof (as is the TW200).If you're gonna do lotsa highway miles I'd recommend an XT250 or something similar as the TW200 does get a bit tiresome on the freeway.
S fla dealers charge high fees. Get a quote...
The TW is the most uncomfortable bike I have ever owned and ridden........the seat is made to fit a 10 year old rider......
You need a horse on a pony trail.
Um
Lol
you clearly have no idea what you’re talking about. i have a grom & monkey and ride them daily. been doing so for years.
Be more specific with your comment millennial
@@tomalba7 for one, i’m not a millennial. yet another example of you not knowing what you’re talking about.
Should of got a kawasaki dual sport, or the Honda dual sport is good too but kawasaki looks cooler. I myself like the tw but I live in Wyoming and it's pretty much dirt.
I did not like the tire setup on the other motorcycles. I did look at other bikes. I just felt there was no way I'm riding on a motorcycle with a 2 inch wide tire. For me it's basically this, the desert sled or a supermoto
I own 16 different bikes - Ducati, Indians, Royal Enfields, Triumph, Moto Guzzi, etc. Love motorcycles. Ignore everyone’s advice on what you should buy. I have had a ton of dirtbikes over the years and if you want a nice trail bike that’s a lot of fun on the farm or trails that’s bullet proof, this is a great bike. The other bikes that people recommend (kawa, honda, etc.) are all great too... It’s just whatever you like. With 34 years of history, this bike has earned it’s place in any riders stall. I have 2000 acres of land and this bike is so good, I’ve bought another for people to ride around with me. You won’t win any bar fights or races with it, but it will give you years and years of enjoyment. GREAT bike.
@@edwardbudcole8460 You are absolutely correct, excellent feed back. MY TW sets between a 96CR500 and a 2017 Beta SS300 Trials Bike.