Excellent shoutout. You are doing what the off road magazine should be doing. I’d get a subscription to them if they did comparisons like they did in the past. The magazine is more of a product showcase / advertisement for their friends companies. With that being said, I thought your vid was informative, entertaining and professional. Keep up the good work. 👍
Thanks. I think the magazines just promote the companies that give them the most advertising dollars. I don't think they have much relevance in today's day and age.
I tested the YZ250X last year, it did not rank high as I take into consideration how much improvement each bike gets over the previous model year. Not that it's a bad bike though. Last year I named the KTM 150xc-w as my top pick because it was a huge improvment over the 2019 edition.
I didn't have to watch this all the way to the end to know the winner... but I did anyway 😉 It was interesting to hear your opinions. Funny, I ride a 2016 Husky TE250 and I'm not interested in any new bike...I've put time and money into it to get it setup for me and to keep it maintenanced. As it is, the bike runs like a top and does everything I could ask... Instead of buying a new bike, I'm going to give my ol' Husky a Billetron 38 carb as an upgrade for being good all year and ride it into the foreseeable future...
Nothing wrong with that, it's a sold bike you have. I'm lucky to get to ride a lot of new bikes each year so it's fun to compare them. Also the bike review videos are by far the most popular vids I make so it helps grow the channel.
@@PNWEnduro No doubt, I still like to keep up with the bike reviews(especially the real rider, unbiased reviews like yours)....because, sooner or later I will need a new bike.
@@carlatamanczyk3891 I wouldn't be too concerned about the TPI vs carb if I bought new. Both have their pros & cons... We have a big ride group with lots of carb and TPI bikes, both need to be "tuned" but once dialed in everyone is good to go. I'm hoping this Billetron38 turns out the be the best of both worlds 👍
Could you guys explain why the Sherco is better than the KTM or Husqvarna, I'm very interested in getting one of these bikes in the near future, thanks! I've had a 2001 CR250 and definitely want a torquier enduro style two-stroke
@@Justen1980 My personal opinion. The sherco from the factory has significantly better suspension than the KTM/Husqvarna line. IMO WP suspension sucks. The fuel injection feels flat and you really cannot tune the KTM / Husky without spending a lot of money and even then, still not as good. The sherco out performs the KTM / Husky, I can climb technical rocky mountains at low RPM in second gear and the bike tractors up everything. After I installed the smartCarb on my sherco the bike feels very similar to having a rekluse clutch without losing the natural clutch feel.
@Justen1980 I prefer the power delivery of the carb bikes. The TPI bikes have their advantages for sure but to me they are not as fun to ride. The Sherco has better suspension and feels a bit smaller than the KTM brand bikes. TPI bikes are more complex and have been plagued by sensor failures for the past few model years. They do have the advantage of better fuel economy and compensation for elevation changes but that can be achieved on a Sherco by adding a SmartCarb. Most new dirt bikes these days are very good, just different models will appeal more to different riders.
It might be a red KTM but at least you don’t have to say you went over to the Orange side! My 2022 is on order! Can’t wait. After four WR 450’s it’ll be a nice change.
I’m looking at purchasing either the Gas Gas ec300 or the Yamaha Yz250rx. If you had to choose one over the other which would you choose? Also had you thought of doing a review on the 2022Wr250f uncorked? Wondering what your thoughts on the wr250f vs yz250fx would be.
I'm guessing you mean EC300 vs YZ250FX? For me, picking one bike to ride the two stroke wins every time. I almost never see WR250f's on the trails here.
YZ125/250 because they're so easy and inexpensive to maintain and repair. The new 4 strokes are very impressive though, but unless you're serious about racing they're just too expensive to fix if something goes wrong and it will. The 2 strokes are using 70's tech and parts are still cheap and they can still hold their own against the 4 strokes with a good rider. The new 4 strokes are very impressive I have to admit
Have you done a review on the 150cc two strokes? I am currently riding a KTM 200 EXC and have never needed anything bigger. Would a 150 lack the bottom end grunt? I ride tight single track like I see in your videos.
What bike would you recommend for a lower-intermediate level heavy rider? I'm 280 lbs but can lower that to 215 lbs in 1-2 years time. I will mostly do enduro but want to do some slow technical stuff too, and it would be great if the bike would also do ok on a motocross track. I'm thinking a 300 2-stroke would be best?
where are you riding? if in Oregon head out to Bend " Camp II Trailhead off China hat RD. the area and trails are just killer so much area we camp & ride all week watch for Deer before season
Benefits of a hydro clutch have little to do with lightness. It's the precision and lack of stiction when you hold the lever halfway in and modulate it in an out just a minute amount. Cables bind, hydraulics are always smooth.
@John Favre yes, I was hoping to get on the TM EN300 late this year but timing and weather did not work out. I will be reviewing this bike in the new year though!
Sherco 300se factory 2 stroke is a bike that really has my attention. I also really like the sherco 125se as a bike I'm really considering for my wife jessie.moto_ , she is a very tiny build woman who is currently on a modified kx100 that actually works really good for her. We're hoping a lowered and seat shaved, Astra bars will be enough to make her fit the 125se. Nice review, I really enjoyed
@@PNWEnduro I’d like to get your take on the 390 v a Austrian 350. You seem to be a two-stroke guy, I too got a 2S 300, but a lot of people would like a shootout of these mid sizes 4S bikes. A Sherco 300 v Beta 390/350 v Austrian 350 would be big if you have access to these motorcycles. Thanks for the well informed content. Your channel is high on my dirt bike channel watch list.
@M L thanks again. I remember liking the Beta 350 more than the 390 mostly due to the differences in the transmissions (short stroke vs long stroke). I would like to test more 4T bikes if I get the opportunity.
Not sure if you have rode a 2020 sherco 300 se bug if so how much differance is there in that and a 2021 I have a 2020 and love it but thinking about going to a 21 or 22
In 2021 the Sherco 250/300 SE got a counterbalanced motor so that is the biggest difference. The new motor is also lighter and the transmission gearing was changed as well. So it has some significant changes but maybe not worth changing from a 2020 unless you are ready for something fresh anyway. I've also read that the 2020 motor can have the counterbalance added.
@@PNWEnduro thats i teresting to know about adding counterbalance if h you here how to do it would be geeat I will start reserching that thanks and great review on the enduro bike I love my sherco and have acouple of buddys who have rode it and aee switcheng from ktm as soon as can find one
I have never ridden a 300 2 stroke. When you are on the beta are you just putting along a 2nd. I can't imagine you would be giving it much throttle in a track like that
Suspension is softer,ecu different.... The 250FX is a great all round bike capable of motocross and tight woods riding. With just clicker adjustments. I'm totally impressed with mine.
Iv been saying the same. Its only 1.5hp down from the FX, but it runs great being quiet {important to keep our trails}. Or u can do the free derestricting mods. Its suspension is valved softer, lights, computer etc.
Different cams, flywheel and suspension on the WR250F make it much more suitable in single track. It feels like it has been built by a different manufacturer than the YZ250FX...
@@empiresrikesfat Internal gear ratios are the same between WR and YZFX. (check a parts manual if you dont believe me) Both six speed. Final gearing on some markets different by one tooth on rear, all though my new 2022 WR250F has the same rear sprocket as FX, but I went one tooth bigger to 52T
I don't get the comments on price differences between $300-600 being a factor. By the time you finance it's not gonna make a noticeable difference lol.
I absolutely destroyed the subframe on my 300 RR. Next time I'll double check to make sure the strap holding the tool pouch on the back fender is tied up out of the way of the chain and sprocket!! 🤣🤪 Took out the air box, subframe and fender. Oops.
Which bike would you most like to see a review on in 2022?
AJP or Jota Gas any size.
Rieju
AJP
@Rusty those would be hard to get my hands on. Would be interesting though.
@Warren Stemphly I am really interested in trying the Rieju.
beta with new clutch n motor, rieju, crf250rx
Excellent shoutout. You are doing what the off road magazine should be doing. I’d get a subscription to them if they did comparisons like they did in the past. The magazine is more of a product showcase / advertisement for their friends companies. With that being said, I thought your vid was informative, entertaining and professional. Keep up the good work. 👍
Thanks. I think the magazines just promote the companies that give them the most advertising dollars. I don't think they have much relevance in today's day and age.
I was not surprised you picked your bike. See you on the trails in 2022!!!
Another fabulous video and man again I am so envious of the places you ride.....
Interesting list. I haven't had a chance to ride any of those bikes but I'd love to check them out. Thanks for posting!! 😀👍
great video, thanks for putting this together!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very informative and unbiased review. We'll looking forward for a new line of bikes to be ride and to be review by yours truly 💪🏼
I was waiting in anticipation for yz250x to be named #1. I have owned many bikes and that is my favorite do it all.
I tested the YZ250X last year, it did not rank high as I take into consideration how much improvement each bike gets over the previous model year. Not that it's a bad bike though. Last year I named the KTM 150xc-w as my top pick because it was a huge improvment over the 2019 edition.
My “do it all” list includes electric starting and counterbalancing.
@@gpaull2 i do agree with you, but with just magical e-start in a yz250x. That will be freaking huge
@@gpaull2 and a sixth gear
I didn't have to watch this all the way to the end to know the winner... but I did anyway 😉 It was interesting to hear your opinions.
Funny, I ride a 2016 Husky TE250 and I'm not interested in any new bike...I've put time and money into it to get it setup for me and to keep it maintenanced. As it is, the bike runs like a top and does everything I could ask... Instead of buying a new bike, I'm going to give my ol' Husky a Billetron 38 carb as an upgrade for being good all year and ride it into the foreseeable future...
Nothing wrong with that, it's a sold bike you have. I'm lucky to get to ride a lot of new bikes each year so it's fun to compare them. Also the bike review videos are by far the most popular vids I make so it helps grow the channel.
@@PNWEnduro No doubt, I still like to keep up with the bike reviews(especially the real rider, unbiased reviews like yours)....because, sooner or later I will need a new bike.
I have a 2021 Beta 300 Race Edition that I really love. I also have a 2018 carbed Husky TE300 that I love. And I'm not going to a TPI any time soon..
@@carlatamanczyk3891 I wouldn't be too concerned about the TPI vs carb if I bought new. Both have their pros & cons... We have a big ride group with lots of carb and TPI bikes, both need to be "tuned" but once dialed in everyone is good to go.
I'm hoping this Billetron38 turns out the be the best of both worlds 👍
What trail is that where you were riding the yz250fx? Looks awesome with all the ferns
I would have to agree with you on the 21 se300. I sold my 2021 Husqvarna te300i for the sherco. It’s by far the best dirt bike I’ve ridden.
I'm loving mine. It was a big change after 3 KTM's in a row but I'm really happy I made the switch.
Could you guys explain why the Sherco is better than the KTM or Husqvarna, I'm very interested in getting one of these bikes in the near future, thanks! I've had a 2001 CR250 and definitely want a torquier enduro style two-stroke
@@Justen1980 My personal opinion. The sherco from the factory has significantly better suspension than the KTM/Husqvarna line. IMO WP suspension sucks. The fuel injection feels flat and you really cannot tune the KTM / Husky without spending a lot of money and even then, still not as good. The sherco out performs the KTM / Husky, I can climb technical rocky mountains at low RPM in second gear and the bike tractors up everything. After I installed the smartCarb on my sherco the bike feels very similar to having a rekluse clutch without losing the natural clutch feel.
@Justen1980 I prefer the power delivery of the carb bikes. The TPI bikes have their advantages for sure but to me they are not as fun to ride. The Sherco has better suspension and feels a bit smaller than the KTM brand bikes. TPI bikes are more complex and have been plagued by sensor failures for the past few model years. They do have the advantage of better fuel economy and compensation for elevation changes but that can be achieved on a Sherco by adding a SmartCarb. Most new dirt bikes these days are very good, just different models will appeal more to different riders.
Is the 2 stroke more forgiving technical riding ? What about wheelies and getting over logs ?
Does the 2-stroke load up on single track
Where did you get your Sherco? i am getting ready to pull the trigger on one but want to do some price checking. Thanks
OTP in Squamish. We have four Shreco dealers in BC now. DM me if you want more info.
It might be a red KTM but at least you don’t have to say you went over to the Orange side! My 2022 is on order! Can’t wait. After four WR 450’s it’ll be a nice change.
I’m looking at purchasing either the Gas Gas ec300 or the Yamaha Yz250rx. If you had to choose one over the other which would you choose? Also had you thought of doing a review on the 2022Wr250f uncorked? Wondering what your thoughts on the wr250f vs yz250fx would be.
I'm guessing you mean EC300 vs YZ250FX? For me, picking one bike to ride the two stroke wins every time. I almost never see WR250f's on the trails here.
YZ125/250 because they're so easy and inexpensive to maintain and repair. The new 4 strokes are very impressive though, but unless you're serious about racing they're just too expensive to fix if something goes wrong and it will. The 2 strokes are using 70's tech and parts are still cheap and they can still hold their own against the 4 strokes with a good rider. The new 4 strokes are very impressive I have to admit
Does the 300 SEF have very little engine braking or do you just tend to clutch it a lot it sounded very similar to your 2t throttle inputs
That Yamaha sounds amazing. Would a 2020 WR250F sound the same?
Have you done a review on the 150cc two strokes? I am currently riding a KTM 200 EXC and have never needed anything bigger. Would a 150 lack the bottom end grunt? I ride tight single track like I see in your videos.
I compared the 2020 KTM 150xcw TPI to the Beta 200rr. I think the TPI version of the 150 is a great bike and has decent bottom end for a small bore.
Man I love the Little Devil Beanie
What bike would you recommend for a lower-intermediate level heavy rider? I'm 280 lbs but can lower that to 215 lbs in 1-2 years time. I will mostly do enduro but want to do some slow technical stuff too, and it would be great if the bike would also do ok on a motocross track. I'm thinking a 300 2-stroke would be best?
If you factor in the bit of track riding probably a KTM 300XC or Gas Gas EX300.
thank you for this video it helped me very much
where are you riding? if in Oregon head out to Bend " Camp II Trailhead off China hat RD. the area and trails are just killer so much area we camp & ride all week watch for Deer before season
By chance you tried the Sherco 250 SE Factory? I’m curious about the differences between the 250 and 300 motors.
Yes, it's the bike that got me interested in switching to Sherco. ua-cam.com/video/PyeVEjQVAyY/v-deo.html
Benefits of a hydro clutch have little to do with lightness. It's the precision and lack of stiction when you hold the lever halfway in and modulate it in an out just a minute amount. Cables bind, hydraulics are always smooth.
Correct, it's a superior design. Not to mention not having to worry about cables breaking.
How about really shake things up with a TM EN 300 Fi ES 2T? I'd love to see that and the Reiju.
TM EN 300 review coming, it will be the carb model though.
Second this. And cheers for another great video.
own that exact bike.....one word amazing....
Would like to see a review of the TM Racing 300.
@John Favre yes, I was hoping to get on the TM EN300 late this year but timing and weather did not work out. I will be reviewing this bike in the new year though!
@@PNWEnduro I would be curious how the Tm300f model compares to the Sherco 300f model.
Sherco 300se factory 2 stroke is a bike that really has my attention. I also really like the sherco 125se as a bike I'm really considering for my wife jessie.moto_ , she is a very tiny build woman who is currently on a modified kx100 that actually works really good for her. We're hoping a lowered and seat shaved, Astra bars will be enough to make her fit the 125se.
Nice review, I really enjoyed
look at the 200 beta, lower seat/frame, more easy than a 125
@@Pepito_sanchez7 don't want anything from beta. If it ain't a sherco it'll be a yz125x. But thanks for the info.
@@endurotruckererniedesjardins ahah ok ok, poor beta
My wife also rides a kx100, I would love to know what mods you have done to yours?
Whats the orange bike at the very end of the video?
What is the location where you made this video?
Did you spend any time on the Beta 390 RRS or RR this year?
No I did not get to ride the Beta 390 this year.
@@PNWEnduro I’d like to get your take on the 390 v a Austrian 350. You seem to be a two-stroke guy, I too got a 2S 300, but a lot of people would like a shootout of these mid sizes 4S bikes. A Sherco 300 v Beta 390/350 v Austrian 350 would be big if you have access to these motorcycles. Thanks for the well informed content. Your channel is high on my dirt bike channel watch list.
@M L thanks again. I remember liking the Beta 350 more than the 390 mostly due to the differences in the transmissions (short stroke vs long stroke). I would like to test more 4T bikes if I get the opportunity.
@@PNWEnduro thanks for the reply Mr. Enduro. If you did this shootout, you’d get a ton of views. Happy New Year.
Not sure if you have rode a 2020 sherco 300 se bug if so how much differance is there in that and a 2021 I have a 2020 and love it but thinking about going to a 21 or 22
In 2021 the Sherco 250/300 SE got a counterbalanced motor so that is the biggest difference. The new motor is also lighter and the transmission gearing was changed as well. So it has some significant changes but maybe not worth changing from a 2020 unless you are ready for something fresh anyway. I've also read that the 2020 motor can have the counterbalance added.
@@PNWEnduro thats i teresting to know about adding counterbalance if h you here how to do it would be geeat I will start reserching that thanks and great review on the enduro bike I love my sherco and have acouple of buddys who have rode it and aee switcheng from ktm as soon as can find one
Nice video!
I have never ridden a 300 2 stroke. When you are on the beta are you just putting along a 2nd. I can't imagine you would be giving it much throttle in a track like that
What camera are you using?
GoPro Hero 9 Black.
Didn't you add a lectron or smart carb? That's a hefty expense...
I don't know if it's different in Canada, but my Husky (2020) came with a 6-month warranty.
30 days here.
Regarding the lack of a headlight on the YZ: just get a WR, same bike with a different name, has a headlight and a tail light.
Need the FX ECU though
Suspension is softer,ecu different....
The 250FX is a great all round bike capable of motocross and tight woods riding.
With just clicker adjustments.
I'm totally impressed with mine.
Iv been saying the same. Its only 1.5hp down from the FX, but it runs great being quiet {important to keep our trails}. Or u can do the free derestricting mods. Its suspension is valved softer, lights, computer etc.
I’m coming from on-road and ADV bikes; 60-180 day warranties??? WTF? Why?
Different cams, flywheel and suspension on the WR250F make it much more suitable in single track. It feels like it has been built by a different manufacturer than the YZ250FX...
Thanks. If it was the same bike just with lights like people are saying you would think most people would pick the WR over the YZ.
WR = Wide Ratio transmission
Has taller gearing aswell
@@empiresrikesfat Internal gear ratios are the same between WR and YZFX. (check a parts manual if you dont believe me) Both six speed. Final gearing on some markets different by one tooth on rear, all though my new 2022 WR250F has the same rear sprocket as FX, but I went one tooth bigger to 52T
@@craigguy5756 do you like your WR so far or would you have rather gone with the FX if you picked a bike again?
are these street legal?
Not off the showroom floor. Depending on where you live they may be able to be plated.
I don't get the comments on price differences between $300-600 being a factor. By the time you finance it's not gonna make a noticeable difference lol.
You won't break that subframe unless you willingly abuse the hell out of that bike.
I assume you mean the Beta. I've seen them break a few times on crashes that were not that big.
I absolutely destroyed the subframe on my 300 RR. Next time I'll double check to make sure the strap holding the tool pouch on the back fender is tied up out of the way of the chain and sprocket!! 🤣🤪
Took out the air box, subframe and fender. Oops.
No KTM ?? Lol