Can you commute on a Yamaha TW200? // 2021 Yamaha TW200
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- In today’s video I dive into the question can you use your TW200 as a good commuting motorcycle. This bike has many positives but also some negatives, watch the video to find out my thoughts on the 2021 Yamaha TW200!
Motorcycle: 2021 Yamaha TW200
Instagram: @mostromoto
Camera: GoPro Hero 8 Black
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Smaller the CC bigger the PP
Hahahah
That’s why I commute on a 49cc 😂
Unless its a scooter. But a grom doesnt count but only barely
LOVE the TW! Good to see others out there enjoying the mighty tiny bike. I had one as a daily driver for years. Best upgrades for commuting are to update the rear sprocket (easiest to change), upgrade the seat to a Seat Concepts cover, add wider foot pegs, and I added a 2 inch bar riser (I'm short tho so YMMV). Updating the rear sprocket made it possible for the TW to reliably carry my 200lb+ butt at 65mph on the local highways, and still kept enough torque for tractoring up dirt fire roads in the mountains when moto-camping.
How many tooth sprocket did you update to?
I've got the 47 tooth rear sprocket, it helps a ton above 55, better mpg, and still good on the trails.
Perfect balance in my opinion
I did, between 1987 and 2008, with paid maintenance every 2K odometer miles.
My route choices included RR Spur under I-5 and a vacated dirt track following
a noisy creek amid woodland. Infrequently chased by feral dogs.
This is the best video I’ve seen showcasing the ride on these. I’m buying one tomorrow and it’ll be my first bike. Thanks for making a video actually showcasing how it handles
I think this video says a lot. Just the fact that you turn off to all these side roads to adventure is fantastic.
Nice One!! Great way of showcasing how well the bike does on the road. Yeah, it's not made to go 60mph and cruise freeways but for dang near everything else this bike is awesome!! I commute 45 miles round trip on mine and it's hitting 55mph in some areas and it's smiles pretty much the whole way. That is some cool looking country to ride in up there!
I’m an old guy that rides an old Harley bobber and off road adventures it’s an old Tdub! Love that little tractor
I’m looking forward to the air filter video. I’ve always cleaned and oiled my filter exactly as you described. I’m interested in the newer way. Good video as always
Oh wow so maybe I was on to something! Haha. I can only imagine that the engine oil method would be okay, but I guess now they recommend other methods instead. Like I said, I did it with engine oil, and so far I haven’t had any issues haha. I’ll definitely get a air filter video out soon! Thank you for watching
That method is perfectly fine. These people dreaming up problems that don't exist are just swallowing advertising that is trying to sell their product.
My Klim Induction jacket was really worth it. As long as you are moving, the air flows right through it and keeps you cool. It's 90F+ here in California and a tad humid and the jacket is just great. I bought last year's model and it came with shoulder, elbow and back armor. Newer versions may not have armor included (not sure, but I know my Klim Dakar jacket had no armor included and it's expensive to buy a set). I have the hi-vis colored Induction.
I’ll definitely have to check that jacket out, I really like that it comes with shoulder, back & elbow pads. There are so many jackets sold nowadays that don’t have any of that included. I have a pair of Klim riding jeans and they have been great so far. Definitely pricy but worth it I think! Thanks for the advice & ride safe 🤙🏼
@@MostroMoto
If you drop the rear sprocket from 50 teeth to 44 teeth it will improve the top end without affecting the 1st gear pull much. Plus it will increase the MPH at which you shift from 1st to 2nd gear.
FWIW: I've ridden m/c's for the past 42yr/I'm 66; current ride '87 BMW K75; I owned a Honda 80cc scooter a few years ago, for in-city/Urban use. What I learned: 80cc= 35mph Tops. And in-city, it wasn't enough. Because everybody speeds. Throw 10-15mph PLUS- on every speed limited signage.
Realworld: In my case, I would need at least a 125 to 200cc bike, to give me an HONEST and COMFORTABLE margin.
I've been looking at the TW200 for years- as the PERFECT small m/c that you could take w/ you as part of a van, RV-type , multi-mode transpo trip....like you're in a campground, need water, and 8mi. away is a general store. I'd love to see different rubber/gearing for in-city use; accessories...like rear cargo bags, etc.
Well done! Enjoy your vid and review. Great regards from Switzerland :-)
Thank you for watching! Amazing to here from people all around the world 😃
I use mine as a daily as well , you hit all the topics !! Nothing like ripping around in road and trails on the way to work.
Thanks for subscribing! Definitely a unique riding experience, dual sports are great! 😃
If I ever get my life back together, I am definitely getting a TW200
Do it! You won’t regret it
What's wrong with your life
Great video and great bike. The TW is on my wish list.
Thank you! Definitely something worth saving up for!
Oh my!
That shudder at the thought of running over the squirrel got you a like.
...so relatable!
Right?!
I love those mirrors, you have a video on them or a brand name to check them out?
Mostro... sit down... let me talk to you. This will be hard for you to understand, but one day you will sell your Ducati, but you will never sell this little TW200.
I wish that was true, but I actually sold both. Seems like I like to buy and sell a lot of motorcycles haha. But long live the TW
@@MostroMoto
You sold OUR TW200???
What's next Mostro, delivering the launch codes to the Russians?
@@BillySBC lmao 😂
Hahah wow it's funny, I was a manager for that Domino's next to the mumbai times, in Cos Cob... Great video, subscribing RN 😊 I used to park My car by the entrance to the underground garage...
Wow! What a small world haha. I’ve been in that dominos lol. Thanks for subscribing, if you have any video suggestions let me know 😃🤙🏼
@@MostroMoto Yes it is… I’ll be watching your content… 😀
What's with that fence on the bridge? Are they afraid people are gonna jump in for a swim?
You say several times you don't like to ride more than 50 mph in the TW. My local highways are 55 mph, and I take mine on them regularly. Sure, I'm putting along in the slow lane at 55, but the bike can do that all day long.
Haha I’m not sure what the fence is for. That water is a reservoir so they have it all blocked off. I ride my TW200 around 50mph but when going any faster I definitely notice a lot more vibrations & high revs. The bike can definitely go faster then 50 but I feel like it’s hard on the engine, also in case of a emergency I feel like the brakes are not that capable at higher speeds. I ride a lot in New York and people drive crazy so it’s definitely a bit scary sometimes haha.
@@MostroMoto I bought a 47 tooth rear sprocket months ago. I just don't have the confidence to install it. I really should do it, especially because I still have the factory chain on. I have had to adjust it twice and I am at 2,300 miles on my 2021 (mostly dirt).
Yeah I’ve had to adjust the factory chain acouple times. Seems like it stretches out a lot. Changing the gearing would definitely change how the bike rides! You should do it, it’s not that hard! Just save a bit of time after work or on the weekend and take your time. You’ll be happy with the results 😃
Purpose of the fence might be to deter people from fishing from such a narrow bridge.
@@clvrswine Does the sprocket swap make any noticeable difference in the low end? Does it feel like it loses any power when at low speeds while maybe climbing up something?
Love mine.I,ve had all kinds of bikes in my life
I will like to try one. Seems like a lot of fun!
Maddog seat cushion is an easy $20 upgrade. Glad I went that route instead of an expensive seat replacement.
Is that’s something off Amazon? Definitely would be a nice upgrade & good way to save some cash 💰
I always recommend to people to hit up an upholstery shop and get whatever foam you want. A lot of them will seal the foam together for you, then you can cut to shape. Last time I redid a seat it cost 20$...for two seats.
When you commute do you have to have to worry about securing the tdub? Do you use a chain or other bike lock? I am looking for some recommendations.
I worry about this too. The bike is so light. Would be easy for a couple people to pick it up and throw it in a truck
ohh good TW!
I'm from Sri Lanka and I'm got TW 225❤
Do those rear view mirrors work? I would think you would see the inside of your arms.
Update: I hit the 600 mile mark on the 2017 xt250 I bought 4 weeks ago. Bought it with 520 miles on it. And took the bike out towards my property which has gravel roads around it. And as soon as pavement turned to gravel I was white knuckling the hand grips...im still deathly afraid of gravel roads on 2 wheels...I don't know what to do...
Oh boy time to do the first service! It is definitely a good idea to take it slow on gravel. Every time you go out you’ll get a little better and a little more comfortable. I was the same way, and every time I went out I would slowly get better. Learn to trust the bike and how it reacts In the gravel. And try to keep her shinny side up! Haha
@@MostroMoto yeah I better get used to it soon...my city is tarring and spreading rock on all the asphalt streets in an effort to stop the streets from going bad. Also I need to buy a jacket and pants with armor yet
Loosen your grip on the handlebars and loosen your arms. Use your legs to grip the bike. Being ridged on the bike will amplify the looseness of the front and rear tire. Slow down and let the bike help you stay balanced. You have to trust forward momentum and centrifugal force to keep you upright.
Watch single track rides on UA-cam about Vedder Mountain.
Where I took my TW-200 when vising Canada before 9-11.
Free, all seasons, maintained by bikers for people like us.
I feel bad for my tdub now. I take it on short highway trips at 100kmh. So 62mph.
But I put a 47t rear sprocket on mine.
Haha don’t feel bad! The engine can handle short rides at higher speeds, especially with a sprocket change. But it probably isn’t best to go on long highway rides a lot because the engine is definitely revving out at higher speeds. I try to keep mine under 55. Thanks for watching 😃
That complaint against using engine oil in your air filter doesn't make sense. First, were "oil" to seep into the intake, so what? Second, the filter isn't going to get hot, as it is away from the engine, and cooled by ambient air. That part seems very obvious. Nice video, so long as fast isn't important, your TW200 is a perfect bike.
Yeah I don’t really understand all the details about the oil either. But after reading the forums & the newer manual they seem to recommend using “air filter oil”. To be honest I haven’t changed it yet / haven’t had the time to put the correct oil on it. And it hasn’t given me any issues, but thank you for the comment & watching. I appreciate your feedback 🤙🏼
I used engine oil for many many years. That’s all I knew as a kid and young man (100 years ago). I do like the tacky filter oils but engine oil in the filter traps oil far better than a dry filter.
Beautiful roads you rode on
Thank you! It’s definitely nice here in NY & CT
I so want to get a tw200, but my problem is to get out of my suburb and do any back road / offroad, I have to do like 30 miles on single lane highways which have 55mph and 60mph limit, and people drive 70+mph on them often. I feel like the tw200 would be annoying for that. Perhaps it would be doable if I change the sprockets, but I think I'll just get a crf300L instead for that 6th gear. It sucks because tw200 would be perfect otherwise. I'm in FL and we have a lot of sand.
Try finding one, not easy. Have you ever locked the brakes on this model? Is the throttle easy handling?Brake question kind of answered itself after watching video.
I have locked the brakes, but only on purpose. It is a drum brake in the rear so you really need to push down hard lol. Yes the whole bike is very easy to ride, definitely a good beginner bike
I like the mirrors on your TW200, where did you get them?
i ride a bicycle....if im going to the grocery, i use a big backpack
Awesome! Do you have link for those mirrors and bars?
Yeah I have videos on both products, check out my mods playlist and you can find those videos in there! Thanks for watching 😃
Saving up for a bike and was wondering how well does it ride on pavement? Are the tires more biased to road or dirt?
Great question, the knobby tires on this bike are not that bad compared to a true “dirt” tire. They are relatively smooth on pavement, and I have had no issues with the vibrations from the bike! I would say the tires on this bike are a 60/40. So 60% off-road 40% off-road, but that is just my opinion based off how they feel!
@@MostroMoto that's 100% off-road
Fixing to buy a new one. I always wanted one. Now I’m fixing to bite the bullet.
Do it! It’s a great bike, I had mine out today 😃🤙🏼
Do it!! They are worth it.
As long as there is no open highway. I was looking for one to buy but couldn't find one. Bought a new Venom 250 mini chopper instead for 2k
I commuted on a TW200 for a decade.
where did you get your mirrors? Do you think they would still work with hand guards?
I’ve got a Ducati 749S and was considering adding a tw200. Do you think it would be a good addition?
What do you think a 35 mile commute on 55 mph back roads would be like on the tdubs? Manageable?
It depends a lot on rider weight & cargo. The bike can handle 55 but it’s definitely starting to work a bit. With a different gearing set up it should be better. Personally I would probably look at something a bit bigger. Because you might find yourself more comfortable on a longer commute at those speeds on a 300cc. That being said the TW 200 is a great bike, and you can certainly make it work, but there are definitely some sacrifices in power and comfort.
I travel 40 miles one-way to work at 55 mph and I've rode 300 miles before only stopping for gas it's definitely doable. keep it off highways going 65 mph for long stretches 👍
Wow that’s impressive! I definitely have a hard time riding at those speeds on the Tdubs. It might have to do with my weight & cargo. Or maybe these New Yorkers up my ass all the time hahah
Appreciate it! Been looking at getting one for quite some time. I am a smaller guy (5ft 8 about 155 lbs) so I think it might be decent to cruise at 55 mph especially with a 47 tooth rear sprocket.
You weigh a bit less than I do, so with that sprocket change you should be good to go!
With the TTR225 swap being a little more common, do you think it would make it so much more of a highway/faster commuter?
That’s a good question, to be honest I don’t think that would make much of a difference. You will notice a bit more power but probably not enough to make it a good highway commuter. It also depends on what speed the highway is. It would probably handle it a bit better though!
@@MostroMoto the ttr225 has a six speed set up so that's the biggest advantage. It's a wide ratio transmission. 1st is crawling and 6th is overdrive. The characteristics of the 225 is different too besides the displacement.
I'm getting license soon, I'm 5'9" is the tw200 too tall for me?
No the Tw200 is very low to the ground. I’m the same height as you and I have no issues flatfooting it. My knees are bent as well
Coolest motercicle ever
In town, easier to start from 2nd gear or from first?
Usually I just start from first gear. It’s just habit, but if you give a bit more throttle you can probably start in 2nd just fine. Thanks for watching!
@@MostroMoto I love your videos - great mix of fun and information. Nice work. Want to sell your TW? :-)
@@MostroMoto I did the first part of the MSF on this bike today, I was able to just idle it out and not touch the throttle at all.
How is the suspension on this bike for on road riding? Do you feel the bumps, is it harsh? How would you compare the ride comfort to a similar size dual sport like the xt250 or klx series?
The XT 250 and other similar size motorcycles will probably have a little bit better suspension. The TW 200 suspension definitely is not the best, but it gets the job done.
Easy....GEARED too LOW ,but it's COMFORTABLE, your welcome 😊
Whats the fastest you can go with tw200? Is it ok to do long rides with tw200? Whats the longest time youve run with it continuosly?
The Tw200 is certainly capable at longer rides. It does become a bit uncomfortable after about an hour (with the stock seat). I’ve taken the bike about 3 hours, by the end I definitely wanted to get off lol. However I think most motorcycles would start to get uncomfortable after 3-4 hours. I have a top speed video you should definitely check it out! I’m able to go around 70 on mine, but the bike is working hard haha!
I did a 600 mile day on mine.
What’s the link for the spare gas tank ?
Sorry for the late response, I have a video talking all about it. It’s called a rotopax.
@@MostroMoto I know it’s a rotopax but I was more curious the mounting system you have rigged up? Is It all from rotopax ?
Nice video!
Thank You!
Is it able to cruise for 2 hours (95 miles one way) at 55mph? Or is that too much on it?
Probably get a low 40's rear sprocket or a 18t front and you should be good
What mirrors are those?
How is it at speed with a passenger?
Definitely needs to work harder but not terrible. I wouldn’t take it on long rides, around town no problem
Excellent 👍
What mirrors and bars are those?
The mirrors I have are the doubletaker “trail” mirrors. They have worked out great so far. The bars are from ProTaper woods high. I’ve got a review & install video on all the products in my “TW200 mods” playlist
Like the video (subbed)
What mirrors are they?
These are the double taker mirrors “trail” edition. I have a video on them! Make sure to check it out 😃
Riding fast on a slow bike is way more fun than riding slow on a fast bike.
It is fun to go fast on a slow bike that is until you hit the other side of a ditch and bend the bars over with your chest and then take the ambulance ride. Yup. Fun.
I hope you are okay, hopefully you can get back to riding soon!
Ask Dual Dorks about running this bike 60mph at distance daily.
Why Didn't They Make a TW 500???? Water Cooled maybe fuel injection...
That would be sick
What mirrors are you using. I really wanna get some for myself
I’ve got a video, check out my TW playlist. Double Taker Mirrors (Trial)
Uptalker😏
lolt dubs never herd that one till nows
what would steve cold steve austin say? "well hell yea" me, i a bicycle 6 - 8 mi on weekends huffing puffing 12-15 mph average. the old saying fast bike slo or whatever is stupid. some goofy kid thought that up
Sounds like this bike tickles your giggling pin 😂😅😊
i know a sub-50kg girl with this thing and she rides it on road the way it's hard to believe.
You sound like Toby Maguire Peter Parker
Americans talking about gas prices always make me laugh....mean while in Europe we are crying 😭