It absolutely looks better in person than in photos. Was picking up some oil and a filter at my dealer and they had one on the floor. I like it better than mine but not enough to do anything about it.
I have an early 2023 and I think I like the 2021~2023 color better than the new 2024, but I may have to see it in person. There are a few colors in the past that I like better, but good luck finding one of those. Glad to see that they did not change it mechanically. Why mess with what works!
I agree, I like those other colors as well. I really don't mind this new one at all, but I would choose the 18-20 or the 21-23 colors over the new one.
@@MOBStreet83 the tan 2018 was one of my favorites! i looked for a used one for ages, but just couldn't make it happen. i think there's something subtle and refined about the 2024 colorway though. its simple, but refined. think it looks great in person! but eh if you get bored of it, can always get new plastics and decals :) 37 years of parts, mods and add-ons, the options are endless!
These are the GOAT of all dual sport bikes! I absolutely love mine! It's a hard choice between my 2021 RE Himalayan and the TDub, as to which one I want to ride. The Himalayan gets the nod for pavement, but the little TDub absolutely excels on forest roads. for those folks who think it's short on range, I ride mine on Washington's BDR. the only time I need to watch the rear view mirrors is on pavement. Even tho I've upgraded the sprockets, she isn't designed for extended high speed pavement. I can get 55mph, with gear (including a 2 gal Armadillo bag for extra gas, so can go pretty much anywhere if I'm not in a hurry.
Ordered one last week . Rode a KLR 650 for 10 years. The kids 250 two strokes in the barn as well. Two hondas and a Zuke. Sold the KLR. Were down to 15 wheeled toys now, including the grandkids honda 50's. Im 65 now and retiring soon . Time to pound the slow miles..
Right?! I literally wiped them off as they had just entered the showroom. Both were sold and were to be picked up later. That is the first time in a long time I have seen one in a showroom here. This dealership still has a long waiting list on them.
I love all the TDubs color schemes….the 2024 is nice yes, kinda reminds me more of a motorcycle vs a dirtbike paint job. I was in the market recently for a new TDub and once I found out what the 2024 looked like I was disappointed because I wanted 2023 colors so I searched up and down and finally found a 2022, and I LOVE it so much. Now I’m hooked and I thinking of buying more because 1 is just not enough!
howdy mr matt mobstreet! been a while since i was on the yt, thanks as always for the video. i had watched a bunch of your videos over the summer, after having to sadly pass on my 300l preorder. i was struggling to figure out what bike i should get.. but i gotta say part of what swung to the tw over the klx230 were your videos, and particularly the great insights from your wife's experience with the bike (kudos to her for sharing her thoughts!!) then once i saw the refined graphics for this years tw - yeah i was sold! timing was right, and dealers near me started stocking them within a few weeks of me asking around! and so yeah, i am now proudly a member of the tdub club!! got a little over 100mi on her in my first month, and it's been such a joy. after my dog sadly past last month, this bike has given me a literal breath of fresh air, and a reason to go out and explore. i'm glad the stars aligned and i was able to get ahold of one. thank you again for your content - it's great, honest, and really is helpful! maybe next year i'll see you at tdubfest! cheers!
Hey Alex!! Thanks for watching and for the comment. I had my wife read it also! I hope you have as good of a time with your TW as we have had with them. It would be awesome to see you next year at Tdub Fest. Until then, here's to many more good times on the bikes!
I've been wanting a TW for a year or so now, but I haven't been willing to pay the new price, or the high prices for whatever used ones that I've come across. In any case, I would actually probably NOT want one (as much) if they ever change to fuel injection. I like old school things since they are usually easy to work on, even if they aren't as good as modern tech. I wouldn't be able to really put a TW to its intended use where I live, but it would still be perfect for my short commute where the speed limit is only 45. Maybe I'll sell one of my KLRs and get a T-Dub.
Hey Mark! I agree, I really like them the way they are. My father in law used one for that same reason as you're thinking. He commuted on it for years putting more than 10k miles on it! They're great for that!
Had mine a few weeks now. This week is gonna be good...New 70 tooth rear and x ring chain, new springs front & rear, and jets. I like the looks and soon it will climb like a goat!
Too funny...I had an old Chevy truck that I could walk behind and help push it through some tough terrain. Back when I was young and dumb! Now I'm much older and slow is good, slower even better...
Yamaha needs to do a run on the kick starter kits. I'm on that loves having that option in the back country if the battery, starter fails or gets damaged.
I like it but I honestly think I would take off the side decals. I don't like the fade. The pinstripes on the tank fade out too but I could live with that. I own a 2022 that I bought new in December 2021.
This is going to sound weird, but the TW seat kept catching my eye. Great looking seat. Are they comfortable? (For a dual sport) I’m really still leaning towards a KLX 230, but the trails around here are mostly sand, and I’ll bet I’m not the only rider that struggles in sand. It’s to the point where I can’t just go for a cruise through the woods, it’s like a full on moto, wide open, grip the tank, azz back, front end feels like your bike only has one fork! Im a very experienced rider, but not a very good rider, lol, plus pushing 60 years old! So with that said, and Matt, you should know this, how much easier is the TW to ride sand, loose gravel then the KLX, if any? Thanks bud, Mike.
Hey Mike! Thanks for watching and for the comment. My wife and I both think that the TW200 seat is way better than the KLX230 seat. As far as riding goes, I like the TW more than the KLX on everything. I have been told the KLX230 is way better than the 230s model that I have, but the wider tires on the TW feel way better to me than the KLX. I think if you are riding all out you might be happier with the KLX in the sand, but that wide tire of the TW really helps me in sand. I have ridden the sand dunes a couple times with the TW and I like it more. It really just depends on personal preference. Sorry, I don't know if that helps or not, but for, between my TW and KLX230S, I'd take the TW every time.
Just picked up a 2022 Black & Gray TW200, it has 325 miles on it, came with a DG slip on pipe and a 44 rear sprocket, and I'm glad I did, as I really don't like the 2024 color scheme.
Hey did you ever lower the suspension on a TW? I bought one for my wife and would like to lose an inch if I can at least until she gets used to it. Just wondering if a lower pressure in the rear shock would do it?
Hey! No, I haven't messed with it at all. My wife is 5'4" and she rides it fine. But, I have heard some lower the front forks in the triple trees to lower the bike a bit.....
I just bought a 21 and a 23. I had to lower the forks on the 21 by an inch for my wife. Hopefully I don't have to fit a 12" shock to bring the rear down too. Once she is confident I can extend the forks again I hope.
That DRZ400 is a solid machine and has been around forever as well. But, these TW's are pretty hard to beat for what they are and what you can do with them.
I gave up waiting for a change with the TW200. Other than colors and decals it hasn't changed in decades. I went with a 2023 KLX 230. Much better and modern.
I have the 2022 KLX230S and I'll take my TW over that any day. My sixth gear doesn't pull at all and I lose speed. My TW is faster.....(not that I am worried about top speed) more comfortable for longer rides, can still be bump started and has loads more tire traction. Don't get me wrong, the KLX is a great bike, but for me personally, I wouldn't say it is better.
The new colors and graphics are slowly growing on me i do think a rear disk brake would be nice, and i like carborators ive never owned anything fuel injected but come on even bikes from the 80s had all round disk brakes, but yamaha wont change anything as long as they can continue charging 5k for these, the tw is great but not 5k great
Color for the most part wouldn't matter to me that much . Due to aftermarket fuel cell . A different tail tidy . Front fender are cheap . Headlight subjective. Going back and forth on this TW . I have a DR350s thst runs well for a small bike and probably handles a little better in mud stricken area's due to tires type . Not sure if Im going to lean towards the 650L for a longer future ADV bike .
Those DR350's are great machines! I think it would really depend on what your overall objective with the bike would be. If you wanna do longer rides, the 650 would be a better bet for you.
I have two ABS bikes......I am fine without it on the TW. I haven't really found a spot where I would have needed it. It just less to go wrong while you're out and about.
Yamaha will change it up when they quit selling everyone one they make. Until that happens, why would they? I’m just amazed they can meet emissions with a carb.
They don't have to meet emission with the TW200 due to some grandfathered thing I think......I think that is why the TW has remained unchanged as long as it has.
It does when they are selling the used for new prices. That is what I found when I went to buy both of mine. I had to wait for a bit, but they both were close to used prices and now I know who has had them and what has been done to them.
come on, Matt! It is the ugliest one yet! Maybe that is debatable, but still. not the best looking one. Same old T-dub with new paint and decals. I don't expect Yamaha will ever invest into changing it.
I picked up my 2024 yesterday. The bike definitely looks better in person. I love the gray.
Nice!! Hopefully you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed mine
It absolutely looks better in person than in photos. Was picking up some oil and a filter at my dealer and they had one on the floor. I like it better than mine but not enough to do anything about it.
Got my 2024 about 3 weeks ago to commute and hit some trails, couldn't be happier.
Sweet!! Congrats on the new bike!
I think it looks cool. I’ve never seen a TW that I didn’t like.
You know, that is a valid point, I haven't seen one I didn't like either!
Thanks for taking us along Matt! I love going to the dealership to look at new TWs. : )
You bet! I do too, but then there are a lot more I want to bring home with me.
@@MOBStreet83 : ) I know that feeling.....
Thanks for showing us the new color scheme - for me, I like the old two-tone style with colors that pop. All the best, Ronny
There are folks selling graphics kits for them!
I loved my old TW200. I will probably get a new one in a couple years after my polaris 4 wheeler is paid off. I miss it.
Do it! Out of all the bikes I have ridden and owned, the TW is hands down one of my all time favorites!
I like the pin stripes on the tank
That's one thing I like about it as well!
I have an early 2023 and I think I like the 2021~2023 color better than the new 2024, but I may have to see it in person. There are a few colors in the past that I like better, but good luck finding one of those. Glad to see that they did not change it mechanically. Why mess with what works!
I agree, I like those other colors as well. I really don't mind this new one at all, but I would choose the 18-20 or the 21-23 colors over the new one.
@@MOBStreet83 the tan 2018 was one of my favorites! i looked for a used one for ages, but just couldn't make it happen. i think there's something subtle and refined about the 2024 colorway though. its simple, but refined. think it looks great in person!
but eh if you get bored of it, can always get new plastics and decals :) 37 years of parts, mods and add-ons, the options are endless!
@@MOBStreet83 The Blue in 2006 is probably my favorite, but let's face it... They all are TW's, so we would take any of them!
Valid points!! I have three, all three different colorways.
The black and gray is one of the best😊
Hi From Ireland.
I Like It Light Grey, Off White, Good Safe Colour, Nice Bike.
Hey Lawrence! Hello back from Central Utah! I Love Ireland 🇮🇪! Yeah, I love the tank on this one! Thanks for watching and all the best!
These are the GOAT of all dual sport bikes! I absolutely love mine! It's a hard choice between my 2021 RE Himalayan and the TDub, as to which one I want to ride. The Himalayan gets the nod for pavement, but the little TDub absolutely excels on forest roads. for those folks who think it's short on range, I ride mine on Washington's BDR. the only time I need to watch the rear view mirrors is on pavement. Even tho I've upgraded the sprockets, she isn't designed for extended high speed pavement. I can get 55mph, with gear (including a 2 gal Armadillo bag for extra gas, so can go pretty much anywhere if I'm not in a hurry.
Awesome!! Thanks for the insight Alex!
I just bought a 2024 TW200 today. Your videos helped me make my decision.
Do you like the white on black that they did for 2024? I think it looks pretty good. Thanks for watching and I am glad these videos helped.
@@MOBStreet83 yes looks good. Thanks for replying.
You bet! I try to reply to every comment I get. Might take a few days, but I do try.
Ordered one last week . Rode a KLR 650 for 10
years. The kids 250 two strokes in the barn as well. Two hondas and a Zuke. Sold the KLR. Were down to 15 wheeled toys now, including the grandkids honda 50's. Im 65 now and retiring soon . Time to pound the slow miles..
It ain't a powerhouse at all, but man, it is one of the funnest bikes I have ridden or owned!
Wow! Seeing one TW on the floor of a Yamaha dealer is extremely rare (at least in the southwest) but to see two. Holy Mackerel!!
Right?! I literally wiped them off as they had just entered the showroom. Both were sold and were to be picked up later. That is the first time in a long time I have seen one in a showroom here. This dealership still has a long waiting list on them.
Hope I can find myself one this year or next. I miss my 2008. Should have never sold it.
I hope you can find one as well!
I ordered mine a couple days ago, already ordered a bunch of upgrades for it. I cant wait!
Sweet!! I hope it shows up quick for you. What type of mods you have for it?
I love all the TDubs color schemes….the 2024 is nice yes, kinda reminds me more of a motorcycle vs a dirtbike paint job. I was in the market recently for a new TDub and once I found out what the 2024 looked like I was disappointed because I wanted 2023 colors so I searched up and down and finally found a 2022, and I LOVE it so much. Now I’m hooked and I thinking of buying more because 1 is just not enough!
You can never have too many TW's! I like that color scheme too, but my favorite is the 18-20' black and tan. I hope you enjoy your Tdub!
howdy mr matt mobstreet! been a while since i was on the yt, thanks as always for the video.
i had watched a bunch of your videos over the summer, after having to sadly pass on my 300l preorder. i was struggling to figure out what bike i should get.. but i gotta say part of what swung to the tw over the klx230 were your videos, and particularly the great insights from your wife's experience with the bike (kudos to her for sharing her thoughts!!) then once i saw the refined graphics for this years tw - yeah i was sold! timing was right, and dealers near me started stocking them within a few weeks of me asking around!
and so yeah, i am now proudly a member of the tdub club!! got a little over 100mi on her in my first month, and it's been such a joy. after my dog sadly past last month, this bike has given me a literal breath of fresh air, and a reason to go out and explore. i'm glad the stars aligned and i was able to get ahold of one.
thank you again for your content - it's great, honest, and really is helpful! maybe next year i'll see you at tdubfest! cheers!
Hey Alex!! Thanks for watching and for the comment. I had my wife read it also! I hope you have as good of a time with your TW as we have had with them. It would be awesome to see you next year at Tdub Fest. Until then, here's to many more good times on the bikes!
Got mine last week. Loving it!
Sweet!! Congrats! They are great bikes and I love mine.
Definitely one my favorite retro color scheme
I'm liking it!
love the look!! reminds me of the 60-70s YAMAHA AT CT DT
There you go! Yeah, the new tank is pretty slick
I like the color schemes on your Dubs... That two-tone Dubs is king in my opinion
Yeah, you can't go wrong with the colors that I have for sure! 😃
I really like the color when I checked it out in person. Now I regret that I sold my 2004 TW in 2012. Will definitely put a deposit for new one!
Do it! Get another one!
Love the color, love the tank
I like the color of the tank as well!
I keep looking at all the dealerships over and over, nobody has any, 23 or 24@@MOBStreet83
I haven't seen any either other than these two!
I've been wanting a TW for a year or so now, but I haven't been willing to pay the new price, or the high prices for whatever used ones that I've come across. In any case, I would actually probably NOT want one (as much) if they ever change to fuel injection. I like old school things since they are usually easy to work on, even if they aren't as good as modern tech. I wouldn't be able to really put a TW to its intended use where I live, but it would still be perfect for my short commute where the speed limit is only 45. Maybe I'll sell one of my KLRs and get a T-Dub.
Hey Mark! I agree, I really like them the way they are. My father in law used one for that same reason as you're thinking. He commuted on it for years putting more than 10k miles on it! They're great for that!
Had mine a few weeks now. This week is gonna be good...New 70 tooth rear and x ring chain, new springs front & rear, and jets. I like the looks and soon it will climb like a goat!
Sweet! Yeah, that gearing will be like 4lo on the ol' chevy trucks. That thing'll climb nicely!
Too funny...I had an old Chevy truck that I could walk behind and help push it through some tough terrain. Back when I was young and dumb! Now I'm much older and slow is good, slower even better...
I had a 77' and 73' Scottsdale K20.....I should've never gotten rid of either of them.
Yamaha needs to do a run on the kick starter kits. I'm on that loves having that option in the back country if the battery, starter fails or gets damaged.
That would be awesome! I know the kickstart is something I think each TW200 owner would love to have come back on the bike.
I like it but I honestly think I would take off the side decals. I don't like the fade. The pinstripes on the tank fade out too but I could live with that. I own a 2022 that I bought new in December 2021.
Nice!! I like the colors on the 22' more than these new ones!
I like it! It's a TW!
Yep, can't go wrong with a TW!
This is going to sound weird, but the TW seat kept catching my eye. Great looking seat. Are they comfortable? (For a dual sport)
I’m really still leaning towards a KLX 230, but the trails around here are mostly sand, and I’ll bet I’m not the only rider that struggles in sand.
It’s to the point where I can’t just go for a cruise through the woods, it’s like a full on moto, wide open, grip the tank, azz back, front end feels like your bike only has one fork! Im a very experienced rider, but not a very good rider, lol, plus pushing 60 years old! So with that said, and Matt, you should know this, how much easier is the TW to ride sand, loose gravel then the KLX, if any?
Thanks bud,
Mike.
Hey Mike! Thanks for watching and for the comment. My wife and I both think that the TW200 seat is way better than the KLX230 seat.
As far as riding goes, I like the TW more than the KLX on everything. I have been told the KLX230 is way better than the 230s model that I have, but the wider tires on the TW feel way better to me than the KLX. I think if you are riding all out you might be happier with the KLX in the sand, but that wide tire of the TW really helps me in sand. I have ridden the sand dunes a couple times with the TW and I like it more. It really just depends on personal preference. Sorry, I don't know if that helps or not, but for, between my TW and KLX230S, I'd take the TW every time.
Just picked up a 2022 Black & Gray TW200, it has 325 miles on it, came with a DG slip on pipe and a 44 rear sprocket, and I'm glad I did, as I really don't like the 2024 color scheme.
Nice!! Congrats on the new bike! Yeah, I am a fan of the black and gray as well. Mine has been a ton of fun!
Hey did you ever lower the suspension on a TW? I bought one for my wife and would like to lose an inch if I can at least until she gets used to it. Just wondering if a lower pressure in the rear shock would do it?
Hey! No, I haven't messed with it at all. My wife is 5'4" and she rides it fine. But, I have heard some lower the front forks in the triple trees to lower the bike a bit.....
I just bought a 21 and a 23. I had to lower the forks on the 21 by an inch for my wife. Hopefully I don't have to fit a 12" shock to bring the rear down too. Once she is confident I can extend the forks again I hope.
Honestly I love it!
I'm a fan of the tank color for sure!
Looks good
I agree!
Like the color
I like the tank color also!
What year were the green ones?
those were the 1990 models
The 2018-2020 is the all-time best color, Military Tan 🏆
That's the one I have. But I like the 2022-23 version best
I like the 18-20 as well, but I really like my 21' too! Way better color schemes than my 2002
Classy!
100%
Actually. .. I think i like it more than my 2023
Well, I am sure you can sell it and get you a new one if you want!
@@MOBStreet83 I'm sure I could too.. Or buy another, like you do😂
Very cool now I'm bummed now was gonna get the dr650 or drz 400 but that tw is looking good🤔 wish Yamaha would make a liquid cool 400 daul sport
That DRZ400 is a solid machine and has been around forever as well. But, these TW's are pretty hard to beat for what they are and what you can do with them.
None in the New England yet
Hopefully they get them soon!
There’s lots of TWs used and inexpensive in WA. Not like the last few years.
Does Washington have a local classifieds where they list them? I am not a fan of Craigslist
@@MOBStreet83 I’ve been seeing them on Craigslist. I don’t do Facebook. What’s wrong with Craigslist besides weird people and scammers 🤣?
The color is fine, but I sure wish they’d make them all one color. The front fender, rear fender and side panels should all be grey.
I agree with you Greg, I am not a complete fan of the combo, but I like the tank!
I gave up waiting for a change with the TW200. Other than colors and decals it hasn't changed in decades. I went with a 2023 KLX 230. Much better and modern.
I have the 2022 KLX230S and I'll take my TW over that any day. My sixth gear doesn't pull at all and I lose speed. My TW is faster.....(not that I am worried about top speed) more comfortable for longer rides, can still be bump started and has loads more tire traction. Don't get me wrong, the KLX is a great bike, but for me personally, I wouldn't say it is better.
The new colors and graphics are slowly growing on me i do think a rear disk brake would be nice, and i like carborators ive never owned anything fuel injected but come on even bikes from the 80s had all round disk brakes, but yamaha wont change anything as long as they can continue charging 5k for these, the tw is great but not 5k great
Honestly, I am not too upset with the drum brake. The only time I have noticed something out of the norm was doing some deep water crossings.
Color for the most part wouldn't matter to me that much . Due to aftermarket fuel cell . A different tail tidy . Front fender are cheap . Headlight subjective. Going back and forth on this TW . I have a DR350s thst runs well for a small bike and probably handles a little better in mud stricken area's due to tires type . Not sure if Im going to lean towards the 650L for a longer future ADV bike .
Those DR350's are great machines! I think it would really depend on what your overall objective with the bike would be. If you wanna do longer rides, the 650 would be a better bet for you.
GOT A 2010 TW200 WITH 5000 HOURS GREAT BIKE FUN TO RIDE❤
Sweet!! I agree, they are a great bike to ride! Thanks for the comment.
Had 2 over the years. Same old, same old to me. You never mention the bothersome choke. Takes too long to warm up. I like my KLX230 better. Sorry!
Where do you live? In Utah it gets cold, but I've never thought of the choke as bothersome. I don't have to touch them at all 99% of the time.
You do realize you are the cause of my wife being so mad at me don’t you???? I’m buying one next week. Boy they are getting pretty expensive now days.
No, I didn't know she was upset. That isn't my intension! 😂😃
Buy her one as well . Problem solved ....
Cooler is nice.
Pretty Slick Tank Color!
like it
You and me both!
Metal tank eh?
Yep, they have been the whole time.
No ABS or EFI in 2024... i wish they updated it for the modern era.
I have two ABS bikes......I am fine without it on the TW. I haven't really found a spot where I would have needed it. It just less to go wrong while you're out and about.
@@MOBStreet83 ABS is perhaps optional, but without EFI and probably a bunch of other changes, it will never meet Euro 5 regulations.
@@PlayerSlotAvailable Yeah, I think it would need a major overhaul to meet those regulations.
Yamaha will change it up when they quit selling everyone one they make. Until that happens, why would they? I’m just amazed they can meet emissions with a carb.
They don't have to meet emission with the TW200 due to some grandfathered thing I think......I think that is why the TW has remained unchanged as long as it has.
Don't like the color, I have a 96 and like my color. I get a lot of WOW comments. Glad it's still caborated.
Yeah, those older bikes had some cool colors for sure. I think it will have a carb until Yamaha does a complete redesign on the bike.
My 2022 still looks better!
and my 2019 beats this color as well!
I'll never waste my money on buying a new one if they're still the same doesn't really make financial sense
It does when they are selling the used for new prices. That is what I found when I went to buy both of mine. I had to wait for a bit, but they both were close to used prices and now I know who has had them and what has been done to them.
Don't like the color. Reminds me of Kaopectate.
That's funny right there! Don't know if I can look at it the same anymore!
@@MOBStreet83 I knew you would appreciate my outlook.
日本に輸出してください。（日本は２００７年で終了） これからも動画配信を楽しみに待ってます、頑張ってください。
TW200はもう日本には無いのですか？残念です。ご視聴いただきありがとうございます。より良いビデオを作成できるように努めます。ではごきげんよう！
You just rubbed your booger fingers on them before they got picked up by their owner.
Really? If you call Maxima SC1 detail spray and a microfiber cloth "booger fingers" I guess I am guilty.
come on, Matt! It is the ugliest one yet! Maybe that is debatable, but still. not the best looking one. Same old T-dub with new paint and decals. I don't expect Yamaha will ever invest into changing it.
OK, by the end of the video, the new color is starting to grow on me.... :)
See!! The tank is great, but I think a bit different color fenders would have been good.