SOUND ON! Jeremy McGrath Races a Kawasaki KX125 Two-Stroke!
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- The Dubya USA Vet World Championships went down at Glen Helen Raceway last weekend, and as usual the event was star-studded and attracted entrants from around the globe. Jeremy McGrath finished restoring a Kawasaki KX125 in recent months and he brought it out to race a couple of different classes. The King of SX agreed to take our GoPro Hero11 Mini for a ride in his first moto of the weekend, consisting of 30+ Pros on 125s. Volume up!
Being 52 yo, - and still goes this fast! The 👑 is not temporary it is truly for eternity!
Not only that, but he's racing a fossil against modern two strokes.
@@shmirdonkin Well, it shows you that the "fossil" can go very fast, and how damn good they were for it’s time. And Jeremy’s pc equipped engine is not what you average local rider can get their hands on. But it is indeed a testament to Mcgrath and also how good kawasaki’s 125s were.
@@shmirdonkinI’ve owned loads of mx bikes my YZ 125 ‘94 was exactly the same as my ‘06 YZ 125 power wise. Rider not bike.
That this is not a 125cc anymore, prob 140-142cc. Just sayin, Im 53 and feel like I have a chance against him now
LOLOLOLOL
@@RandyRaz1 it’s a athena 140 cylinder on it.
That’s awesome he’s just out there ripping it with the boys having a good time giving back to the sport. True champion!
Man i did not want this video to end! I could just feel how much fun he was having out there and him whooping and cheering the dude that passed him just says it all!
Him and Swany were just having fun
I can’t imagine going this fast and trusting your bike and your abilities to this extent. So impressive.
I think his Kawi was a little underpowered compared to some of to some of those newer one two fives, but man the King sure rode the hell out of it! My favorite rider ever.
Slightly down, the class was 30+ 150cc
Dude's in his 50s still absolutely fucking ripping.
I like that he’s not out there trying to be Jeremy McGrath, he’s just out there riding with the boys, respect
Kawasaki hasnt made a kx125 in 20 years..... hes probably 10hp down and 30 years up on everyone. Long. Live. The. King. Jeremy!
It's a 2004 kx 125cc with 450 suspensions
@andreabrindesi6526 so a 20 year old bike, 50 year old rider, maybe 35hp engine against the 40+ hp ktms.....but it has 450 "suspensions" and so that levels the playing field? They were just starting to use closed cartridges back then, the kx125 was still using open chamber stuff...... but I'm betting the results would've been the same until the bike broke in half.
@@hondaman3317 i m not an expert jmg said that in an interview..however..I do not mind to technical details . To me if engine is ok and possible updates are on is enough..
It was the vet nationals and he’s on a “factory” pro circuit 125… same age as most of those guys on a bike that’s probably better and he was 15 seconds down on lap 1. Looked like a C class rider beside mike brown
PC claimed their last factory spec KX125 made 44HP on their dyno, which was 2HP more than what Factory Kawasaki ran, but PC's powerband was very peaky, while the factory bike had more torque. Every dyno is different and different temperature or humidity also effects the results. That being said, i don't think this KX125 was far down on power, if anything it's probably very similar, but it most likely had a narrower peak power window. PC spec Showa A-Kit Suspension on the last PC KX125s was comparable with today's stock suspension, perhaps slightly better. But yes at 52 years old he's still going incredibly fast!
@justingardner3560 Did he refuse to sign your titties or why are you so butthurt?
That was pretty cool hearing them hoot to eachother and motion as the fellah passed.
People need to remember. This man was on a completely different level when it came to dirt bikes. He’s a master at this sport and as long as I’m alive no one will touch his Supercross win category.
in his prime he was precision timing and knew momentum and jumps better than anyone…..still damn good and that shit rocks….JMG🔥
50+ years old and still riding like a champ, respect!
I’m really impressed with McGrath on that 125. He’s riding a lot better than I expected. 🤘🏼
I'm 49 years old and used to race as pro here in Sweden from when I was 13, and this gives me goose bumps and such nostalgia how it was back in the '90s when I raced the 125cc's❤️ Thank you for uploading this🙏
I can tell you that you worry much more about broken body parts than going fast at this age! As you get older there are lines you no longer cross and you find a speed that makes you happy but also increases your chances of going home in one piece.
Jeremy McGrath all around best there was and is representing the sport like a true champion should
Watching the suspension work on the shadows is incredible. Good forks follow the terrain so well
What a BOSS! So inspiring! I'm 51 and rock with guys that race in the upper 70s and 80s on the flat track and in Vintage Motocross, J Mc is one of those cats... not enough O's in cool to describe him!😎
its amazing to me how good Jeremy is at this age while the "other" goats like James Stewart or Ricky barely even sit on 2 wheels. Show Jeremy is the real GOAT with Emig in 2nd.
Mc and Reed love ride a lot truly great Ambassadors. James hasn’t even hopped on a proper bike yet
Got beat by horse power, not technique
Even with a built engine it's 15yrs old and down on power but I'm sure I wasn't the only one thinking just go around those guys and check out man . Too bad GoPro wasn't a thing when he basically owned it
Thank you Swap........But COME ON!! 2 freakin' laps!!??
One of the coolest race vids ever , and you give us two laps!!?? Please.....full moto if you can.
Great to see our hero out there still ripping all these years later. MC is one of the truly cool guys in our sport.
125cc bikes are awesome machines
Oh my god! Someone give him a 250!😂
He needs a faster bike!
So sweet!! Wish Kawi still made these.
I’d be in the store tomorrow morning!
He did a nice start. He did a best for his KX and himself. But due to the technology, KTM or GASGAS are faster than full-tuned his KX125. Especially engine.
That’s one fast old man.🐐
Next time “swap” that motor for a Ktm
Wich year Kaw did the KX125, 2007?
Not locking good stopping development and let showtime ride it against 2023 KTM's! Embassadors job done? Only a little bit.
His lines are superb!
Watch the video 3 times Watch how everything is smooth... no jerkiness in the corners proper shifting etc etc that is why these big pros are who they are..
When I was 15 yrs old - watching showtime ride made me want to ride my bike - now at 43 yrs old watching Showtime ride his bike makes me want to ride my bike
so sick , awesome , racing 125s just puts a mad smile on your grill, let alone rippin with this guy!
Pretty sure all of the bikes ahead of him were Austrian bikes with better HP numbers.....
He's on a 19 year old bike they all passed him in a straight line if he took this seriously on a powered up bike goodbye Jeremy.
Still a bad ass on a bike
I forget what year it was when Jeremy McGrath was racing a Honda CR-250 2-stroke against a plethora of 4-strokes and I'm pretty sure he was one of maybe 3 riders on a smoker and he rode great and even with his 2t Honda cr 250 against 4-chokes that were 400 to 450cc. bikes Jeremy still managed to come in 7th place! I have tons of respect for the King Jeremy McGrath.It was a Supercross race for sure I just can't recall what year or SX race! If anyone out there remembers please let me know.
I have to say, I watched that and I was mentally getting tired. I was fanning, shifting, looking for lines , braking bumps, etc. wow! I don’t know how MC does it. I would be spend. That was awesome, Swap. I just sold my LAST bike (cuz I’m old) so thanks for sharing. I miss the intense feeling of hanging it out.
Best thing I’ve ever seen.
Mc was and always will be the best in my opinion.
I'd give anything to be able to ride a dirt bike like that!
RIGHT!!!!!!!!!
One of the best videos i watched in a long time. Riding with the king...
The year was 2005. Daytona Bike Week. My buddy, his dad, and I snuck into the pits at the SX event. All the riders were signing autographs. McGrath happened to be there that weekend and he was also signing autographs. I had his book, “Wide Open” on me and wanted him to sign it. When it was my turn I said with a huge grin “hey Jeremy, I’m a big fan and read your book twice!” He grinned and said back, “why?” My buddy’s dad started cracking up, McGrath signed the book and my Jersey and we left. I felt so awkward 😅
That was f@&$ing rad 😎
After watching this, this dude can still smoke like 30% of the professional field. Insane imo
Makes me wonder what’s wrong with the current generation of riders. Has the sport become too expensive?
Great ride on a bike that seemed a bit under powered. If it had a little more juice he might have got on the podium 👍🏼
A joy for the ears).
"OK, you,ll be racing a former SX champion. To make it fair, he's in his 50's and riding a 125 Kawasaki doesn't even make anymore.....GO!!"
# 874 Arik Swan, right on bro nice to see you saluting MC, you guys were hauling ass, McGrath's bike sounds close to a 250cc.
I think you should go to this program next year
K- Kawasaki
T- Team
M- motorcycle replica
Best of the Best video !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Very THANKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Big MC would of had that if he had a KTM
Kawasaki hasnt made a 2 stroke since 2006, correct me if im wrong, KTM n Yamaha are the only big game players who still make smokers!!
That was a absolute ride for some dude in his 50,s on a teen old bike ❤❤❤
Level he was we all logically know, the King. But it should not matter, guys just having fun now... No need to compare and try and add up lol
I had white knuckles clutching my tablet while body englishing the whole ride.....thanks king...all of those youngsters smokin you can also bend a knee and thank you
I had white knuckles clutching my tablet while body englishing the whole ride.....thanks king...all of those youngsters smokin you can also bend a knee and thank you
His Kawi had a little flat spot, but when that thing got on the pipe !!!!!!!! Great video at Glen Hellen. Made me feel like I was on that bad boy !!!!
Couldnt help but think if he had been on a KTM, he’d have won that. He was down on power.
If I was still young and got my butt beat by the king in a race I'd tell everyone😂😂😂 cheers to the guy giving the woohoo passing by.
Still has it. Favorite rider of all time. Another lap he would have had that pass just from technique alone. Good sportsmanship guys.
What video were you watching😂 he got passed and was getting pulled on😂💀
@@jpesicka492 a 125 is a 125 🤷🏽♀️ those bikes you mentioned are steel frame
He was coming back up. Another lap he was in there.@@Fastbeeezy
What did he end up placing?
Definitely seems like he got a bit of arm pump on lap two, but the corner speed that first lap is why he's a legend, so fast and smooth over the breaking bumps.
4:03 when a nobody achieves a "once in a lifetime" feat - can't resist from gloating .
I believe with knee replacement maybe. Still a smooth operator.😊
Well done Mr mcgrath Great skill Great race keep up the good work all the best of luck
What’s age group is this? Can’t wait to see him on a 250f
A 4-puke. Are you joking?
I ain't as good as I once was, I got a few years on me now But there was a time, back in my prime When I could really lay it down 🤣
Looks like kx is slower than the other brands. but well done by mcgrath
I'm sorry there's a spot of dirt on the camera, please redo the video? maybe make it longer too?
That old kx turns better than all those austrian shit things 😅
What are the other guys riding, he is riding that kx as hard as it can possibly be ridden and they are still pulling away with ease.
One finger clutch and brake awesome
legend!
All I seen is how much faster those Austrian bikes are
The ol kx just doesn't have the guts like the cr did
a field full of fake engines!! only MC has the onest real engine !!
1st 🏁
J M needed more horse power for that race. Those ktm's had to much motor for the old Kawasaki. Can't believe how good he still rides at his age.
i'd love to see js7 rip a kx 125 at one of these races.
@4:03, amen. Iron strengthens iron. So awesome to see.
Millenium Falcon in green 💨💨💨💨💨
That was the shit. Helmet cam was awesome!
Why is he taking the roughest lines
Had That Buck’n a Quarter Hung Wide Open! Nice Work Homie🏁🏁🏁
Too bad he wasn't on a Peak Honda...
Piston put'n some work in !
The hooting and hollaring when the 874(?) goes past MC at the 4:04 mark, says how genuine his passion is for riding dirt bikes. THAT.... was awesome!
Still out here shredding
2 laps is about all I got in me.
He’s still damn fast.
On the pipe as it should be 😎
Seems like all the King needs is a green KTM and he’d still have the boys covered 😆
That was a thrill to watch.
The woooo fist pump you know you made that man’s day! Racing with a real life hero. You the man King
Always makes me nervous when the older legends race Glenn Helen. Vet World Championship? Is Southern California still on lockdown? There were zero people on the sidelines watching the King race!
Life in the old dog yet.
Next year get a green fender for your new KTM lol! You rock MC! Thanks for the content! Always a fan.
This guy is really good! Appears to be one of those rare generational talents. He should think about stepping up to a 250 or even 450. I bet he could have a real future.
Video doesn’t show mc yelling at dubach after the race
I have a 125 KX from 96... which I got completely dismantled at a dealership....
I reassembled it, "Pro-Cicuit" cylinder... Pot..."spess"
Cardu adjustment a little rich...
And a little bomb...
In terms of the cycle part... Nothing special... I rebuilt the fork once...
I tried to adjust my KX to the same level as a 125 KTM, which for me is the reference...
VDE of France
France is champion of the world of motocross...ah ah ah
Great to see McGrath in his native environment. He’s a legend. Man that looked like one of the coolest race courses to ride, nice flowing rises, with long downhill and uphill runs!
MORE!😎🙏🏻
Tell 16 year old me one day you get to ride along with McGrath on a 125 🤯