Ive been hoping for this video...a friend of my Dad always said "You ride a 2stroke on the back tire, and a 4stroke on the front tire" I always thought it was a good way of thinking of it. I feel like you have an advantage coming from racing the 2stroke at a high level, they are more difficult to ride and less forgiving to mistakes. Stoked for you man! Keep havin fun its where the speed is.
Well said. I just do bush riding and I can say out of 3 bikes( 16 yz 250, 23 te 300i and 24 CRF 450) I own the yz 250 was the wild one but a lot of fun. Te 300 is fun too and has a few mods. 450 is just too easy to ride especially in sand. It's like cheating lol.
Hey matty B awesome video as usual you are a animal on that bike. I just came from a yz250 2 smoker to a 24’ yz450f as well and I can relate to this video. I am a different rider on this new 450 it’s insane. I went from D class to C or maybe even B I feel like in 2-3 hours of ride time. Keep the awesome content up and if it makes you feel any better I heard MOST of the rod issues were mainly on the 2023 models from heat treat issues. 24’s we may be safe ! Either way at your skill level don’t blame you for upgrading. Have a great day Matty B hope to see you at Nelson Valley MX in science hill Kentucky some day maybe!
Hey Matt thanks for taking the time to put this together your insight means a lot. As a fellow blue crew brother I appreciate it. The last yz450 I had was a 2018. And as a vet rider I had a few scary moments lol. I went back to a 250 lol to stay healthy and I felt like the bike pushed so hard in the corner I couldn’t stay in a rut. So as of today I have two in the garage a 2024 yz250. 2 smoker. And a 2022 yz250 f. I do like them both for different reasons. But have wondered if going back to a 450 would be good at this point
Rods have been letting go to my understanding because of some messed up heat treating on the rods. Piston/rod combo is a must for durability I think at this point with how many people who ride hard that have had issues. I could be wrong about why but that’s the info I recieved from the machine shop. As long as you don’t overfill the bike it won’t be an issue. I overfilled mine once 😂😂😂😂 it was comical. Put triple clamps on it and leave the engine mounts. My clamps made a massive difference and I’m running 22mm offset still. Luxon. Way more front end forgiveness at the limit of traction. Pumped your lovin it. I got some small issues too but they are nit picking issues for sure. Congrats dude. 🎉 Blue gang son.
@@mattburkeen820 crankworx should get ya straightened out on the rod side of things. Thats where I’m about to send my crank to. I just hit 40 hrs on my 23. I’ve been very happy with the Luxon clamps and didn’t think they would make as much difference as they did at stock offset. Billy has some of the best customer service in the business too.
I’m so happy you feel rejuvenated as I know it was a bit rough last year and you were frustrated. However, you didn’t give up and have been rewarded for your commitment 👍!
Great video. I am loving mine, only have 10hrs on it so far. I've heard the couple teeth on the back sprocket is a big improvement. I've not played much with the maps. When I first got it I rode on smooth map, then changed to Standard after a couple rides and left it there.
Hey Matt, big fan of your channel/riding! You mentioned your suspension guy gave you clicker settings for your stock setup, could you share those? I ride the same bike and was curious how you had the suspension setup in stock form! Thanks, keep up the good work!
Thanks for the video Marty B! I’m contemplating between a 24 Yamaha 450 and a 24 Honda 450. I was sold on the Honda but after watching several reviews on the Yamaha my opinion is starting to shift towards blucru! 😬🤙🏼
My buddy bought the Honda 450, already had back surgery, broke wrist and total of 3 wrecks. He's watched tons of videos on the Yamaha and he's sold on trading. He said the Honda doesn't handle well if u aren't full throttle on track. That's just my thoughts on what I've seen, hope this helps with your decision brother
I detuned the bottom end of my 2022 kx450x also for the same reasons you mention here. The stock snap the 450s have is unbelievable. I suck at riding, but I see very few dudes who can use everything a 450 has, stock.
Great video Matty, when I asked what ur thoughts were a bit ago I was in the market for a new bike. Went with a 24 450sxf due to the deal I got and what I’m familiar with.
4-stroke reliability. Can’t over emphasize that. Cleaning the air filter every ride and new oil every other ride go a long ways in keeping a bike fresh. Couldn’t imagine taking a bike out with a dirty air filter.
I got a 250fx and was very impressed with it out the box and suspension was very nice for smooth trails and rough sections with a few clicks and its my first dirt bike lol but im getting good on it now
So you've done suspension, inner hinson clutch hub (need fibers/plates), a GET ecu and a chain&sprocket. Not bad for 20 hours honestly. My opinion is that Rotella is bad on clutches, doesnt hold up with the heat. I reccomend a better oil. As bougie as it is, been running moterex in my 23 ktm 450 and im a decent 25+A guy, stock clutch is strong at 50 hours still.
I recently bought the FCP engine mounts for my 24. Was a little skeptical on them and how much of a difference they would make, but my first ride with them I definitely felt they did everything they advertised. The bike felt more planted, much better lean angle traction coming into corners (especially on the front), as well as felt more plush over braking/acceleration bumps. Would definitely recommend.
My bursitis in my shoulder can concur with you. I run the standard map. I feel it runs best that way for me but that’s because I’m an engine guy and it just doesn’t sound right on the other tuning options the stock ecu provides. The stock tune wears me out though without a doubt which is unacceptable to me from a racing standpoint. I can’t get the tune I want out of it with the stock ecu. I need a vortex. So I can get aggressive with my right hand again. Your right it’s a 3rd gear everywhere if your on stock map. Hearing helps some but it’s fucking animalistic stock. I am running an fmf slip on which has helped the aggressive hit and gearing but you need a get/vortex…. somethin.
@@mattburkeen820 100% no choice. I foresee a vortex in my future and a call to Jamie Ellis, been taking things one step at a time and I’m so happy with my chassis setup at this point that I’m now ready to focus on smoothing the engine out so I can use the hp it has and not lose my shoulder 😂😂😂😂😂😂 👊🏻
I think you should contact the major mx/dirt bike media about being a test rider to give the east coast privateer perspective. Glenn Helen is kind of unrealistic to base an opinion on in my slow c east coast guy opinion.
You need that pipe now that you have the computer. Having the pipe with no computer is useless, having the computer with no pipe is good, having it all is fuckin tits. Hit up FMF for a sponsorship. I’m sure you two could work something out.
That’s horrible when a stock bike is just way too much even for someone of your caliber of rider. I rode a works Honda 450 and it was stupid how schizophrenic that thing felt… the mellow map was night and day better. The way they’re pumping these bikes out is insane and the average joe can go buy one crazy!!
Deegan by far the greatest most exciting rider of all time!!!!
And how is that at all related to this video? 😂
@@mattburkeen820i’m a deegan fan, but i know not to talk about him when the video is a totally different topic 😂😂
Yup danger boy is the man.. let's fucken Goo deegs..
@@doglover136_we know dude ur commenting on every deegan cideo
@@Troll4youu i like to watch videos about motocross
Ive been hoping for this video...a friend of my Dad always said "You ride a 2stroke on the back tire, and a 4stroke on the front tire" I always thought it was a good way of thinking of it. I feel like you have an advantage coming from racing the 2stroke at a high level, they are more difficult to ride and less forgiving to mistakes. Stoked for you man! Keep havin fun its where the speed is.
Well said. I just do bush riding and I can say out of 3 bikes( 16 yz 250, 23 te 300i and 24 CRF 450) I own the yz 250 was the wild one but a lot of fun. Te 300 is fun too and has a few mods. 450 is just too easy to ride especially in sand. It's like cheating lol.
Thank you it’s definitely made life a lot easier than it was on the smoker!
Dude, so happy to see you rippin and hauling ass on the Fo fiddy.
Thank you I’m loving it!!
Hey matty B awesome video as usual you are a animal on that bike. I just came from a yz250 2 smoker to a 24’ yz450f as well and I can relate to this video. I am a different rider on this new 450 it’s insane. I went from D class to C or maybe even B I feel like in 2-3 hours of ride time. Keep the awesome content up and if it makes you feel any better I heard MOST of the rod issues were mainly on the 2023 models from heat treat issues. 24’s we may be safe ! Either way at your skill level don’t blame you for upgrading. Have a great day Matty B hope to see you at Nelson Valley MX in science hill Kentucky some day maybe!
Thank you i appreciate it! Definitely makes things easier on us
I tell people I use Rotella oil and they look at me like I have 2 heads BUT I've never had an engine problem on any bike I've owned.
Always have and probably always will use it!
Been riding YZ for 14 years. awesome bike . Time for you to get some serious sponsors. You’re riding great👌
Thank you I appreciate it!!
Hey Matt thanks for taking the time to put this together your insight means a lot. As a fellow blue crew brother I appreciate it. The last yz450 I had was a 2018. And as a vet rider I had a few scary moments lol. I went back to a 250 lol to stay healthy and I felt like the bike pushed so hard in the corner I couldn’t stay in a rut. So as of today I have two in the garage a 2024 yz250. 2 smoker. And a 2022 yz250 f. I do like them both for different reasons. But have wondered if going back to a 450 would be good at this point
Thank you stoked you enjoyed it! I truly feel the 2023-2024 model is a big step up from previous!
Stay Right there! Don't push it to far, you got this man. Love Racing and be safe, know that machine like a part of you😎
Having a blast! Thanks for watching
Rods have been letting go to my understanding because of some messed up heat treating on the rods. Piston/rod combo is a must for durability I think at this point with how many people who ride hard that have had issues. I could be wrong about why but that’s the info I recieved from the machine shop.
As long as you don’t overfill the bike it won’t be an issue. I overfilled mine once 😂😂😂😂 it was comical.
Put triple clamps on it and leave the engine mounts. My clamps made a massive difference and I’m running 22mm offset still. Luxon. Way more front end forgiveness at the limit of traction.
Pumped your lovin it. I got some small issues too but they are nit picking issues for sure. Congrats dude. 🎉
Blue gang son.
My 22 yz450 is it 50hrs and still running strong. No issues at all. Fires right up every time. Yamahas seem to be bulletproof
Yea I’ve heard about that hopefully I can stay away from all that! Haven’t thought about clamps, may have to look into that, thanks for watching!!
@@mattburkeen820 crankworx should get ya straightened out on the rod side of things. Thats where I’m about to send my crank to. I just hit 40 hrs on my 23. I’ve been very happy with the Luxon clamps and didn’t think they would make as much difference as they did at stock offset. Billy has some of the best customer service in the business too.
Love that you are running this bike basically stock! All the best from the Dinosaur… Muddy Creek, TN
No choice! Thanks for watching!!
The off camber section on that track looks so gnarly. I wish more tracks would use them
It was so difficult!
Thanks for taking the time to talk about your machine.
Thanks for watching! Been waiting to do this
I’m so happy you feel rejuvenated as I know it was a bit rough last year and you were frustrated. However, you didn’t give up and have been rewarded for your commitment 👍!
Thank you I have truly found the excitement and fun in it again!!
Brother.... the couch bed is top shelf...
Hahahaha it’s our basement! Was trying to stay away from crying puppies
@@seangavingregory4367 better than crying babies….. 🤔
@@mattburkeen820 - Im just talking shit bro.. hehe
Great video. I am loving mine, only have 10hrs on it so far. I've heard the couple teeth on the back sprocket is a big improvement. I've not played much with the maps. When I first got it I rode on smooth map, then changed to Standard after a couple rides and left it there.
Thank you! I would think the maps are way more important than gearing especially with a mod ECU!!
Hell ya brother like u said when you and your bike is 1 best feeling and helps you Win races
Damn straight! Thanks for watching!
New fan here! Saw you at muddy creek at the pro am and your fast! Lookin forward to seeing more racing!
Thank you stoked you’re enjoying!
Larocco's Leap in 2nd gear shows how crazy powerful a 450 can be
So wild!
Nice review
Thank you!
Another t shirt, Arm pump national , I luv it , Really enjoy the review , and the footage of Lakewood , very cool
Thank you stoked you enjoyed it!
Another great video Marty. You’re really good that this UA-cam thing. You’re riding great too.
Thank you I really appreciate that, having fun with both!!
Mcfly
88 mph no choice!
Stoked it helped rejuvenate your program. You seem much more relaxed and excited this season!
Thank you I’ve really been having a blast on it!!
Damn Brother you are looking thin and in shape holy cow man!! Maybe time for another national!!!!!!
Thank you I’ve been working hard, shooting for the last 3!
It shows in your riding Matty 💪👊 Great CHOICE 🤙✌️😉
Thank you I’m loving it!!
There are quite a few Yamaha’’s on the line at the pro and A level. It used to be a sea of orange not to long ago.
Can’t argue with how good they are!
Still on stock plastic. Me too! It’s just not all there haha.
😂😂🤘🏻
Another great video!!!
Thank you!
Nice video as always 🤙
Thank you!!
Getting some frequent flyer miles over the leap!✈✈
No choice!!
First like first comment boo yeah ! 😂
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Ya, it's sweet getting to holeshot the comment first turn, I did it last year but got Friese'd by Superfan mere seconds later...😂😂👍🫡
Right on 🤙
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Hey Matt, big fan of your channel/riding! You mentioned your suspension guy gave you clicker settings for your stock setup, could you share those? I ride the same bike and was curious how you had the suspension setup in stock form! Thanks, keep up the good work!
Thank you! I honestly don’t have the settings anymore because I got my stuff done, but I believe we softened it and sped up the rebound
I wish Yamaha made a 350. I rode a 24 450 and was part tractor and part Top fuel dragster.
😂😂
Thanks for the video Marty B! I’m contemplating between a 24 Yamaha 450 and a 24 Honda 450. I was sold on the Honda but after watching several reviews on the Yamaha my opinion is starting to shift towards blucru! 😬🤙🏼
My buddy bought the Honda 450, already had back surgery, broke wrist and total of 3 wrecks. He's watched tons of videos on the Yamaha and he's sold on trading. He said the Honda doesn't handle well if u aren't full throttle on track. That's just my thoughts on what I've seen, hope this helps with your decision brother
I detuned the bottom end of my 2022 kx450x also for the same reasons you mention here. The stock snap the 450s have is unbelievable. I suck at riding, but I see very few dudes who can use everything a 450 has, stock.
It’s not that unbelievable if ive seen kids ride them well
@@ONKINGDAVIDanyone can ride a 450, no problem. But to use all the power a 450 has is not something many can do.
It’s crazy how fast they are out of the box right now! Mellowing it out was a game changer for me
Great video Matty, when I asked what ur thoughts were a bit ago I was in the market for a new bike. Went with a 24 450sxf due to the deal I got and what I’m familiar with.
Thank you! Hope you’re enjoying it!!
4-stroke reliability. Can’t over emphasize that. Cleaning the air filter every ride and new oil every other ride go a long ways in keeping a bike fresh. Couldn’t imagine taking a bike out with a dirty air filter.
That’s the least you can do for maintenance, only takes a few minutes!
I got a 250fx and was very impressed with it out the box and suspension was very nice for smooth trails and rough sections with a few clicks and its my first dirt bike lol but im getting good on it now
So you've done suspension, inner hinson clutch hub (need fibers/plates), a GET ecu and a chain&sprocket.
Not bad for 20 hours honestly.
My opinion is that Rotella is bad on clutches, doesnt hold up with the heat. I reccomend a better oil. As bougie as it is, been running moterex in my 23 ktm 450 and im a decent 25+A guy, stock clutch is strong at 50 hours still.
I have heard a little bit about that with rotella too I just haven’t run into issues myself. It’s been good so far, thanks for watching!
I recently bought the FCP engine mounts for my 24. Was a little skeptical on them and how much of a difference they would make, but my first ride with them I definitely felt they did everything they advertised. The bike felt more planted, much better lean angle traction coming into corners (especially on the front), as well as felt more plush over braking/acceleration bumps. Would definitely recommend.
I have only heard good reviews, thank you for sharing!!
FCP engine mounts are the best ! I was skeptical at first also, but after a few rides I could feel how it kept the bike more stable
Nice job, Matt
Thank you!
sweet video dude
Thank you!
Good job staying off that rev limiter ,and choice of oil . Formula Shell is good too .
Just look to me like Jett switched from a red bike to a blue bike, it's all I could think of
😂😂🤘🏻
I was thinking of trading my 350 in for this bike... I think I should stick with my 350 as a 45 year old man.- thanks big money
I don’t blame you! I don’t necessarily think of the Yamaha as a great vet bike
My bursitis in my shoulder can concur with you. I run the standard map. I feel it runs best that way for me but that’s because I’m an engine guy and it just doesn’t sound right on the other tuning options the stock ecu provides. The stock tune wears me out though without a doubt which is unacceptable to me from a racing standpoint. I can’t get the tune I want out of it with the stock ecu. I need a vortex. So I can get aggressive with my right hand again. Your right it’s a 3rd gear everywhere if your on stock map. Hearing helps some but it’s fucking animalistic stock.
I am running an fmf slip on which has helped the aggressive hit and gearing but you need a get/vortex…. somethin.
The ECU would be a massive difference for you if you ever try it! Can do anything with it
@@mattburkeen820 100% no choice. I foresee a vortex in my future and a call to Jamie Ellis, been taking things one step at a time and I’m so happy with my chassis setup at this point that I’m now ready to focus on smoothing the engine out so I can use the hp it has and not lose my shoulder 😂😂😂😂😂😂
👊🏻
Just wondering if a stalk 450 could keep up with a factory Star Yamaha?
No, it can not.
Maybe a 250 star bike but not the 450 lol
Bro we need you and PulpMX to link up! BluCru guys maybe he can get you on a team Blue deal on the 25? LOL.
Sic riding and vid. DeeDngr does revvv it up!
Ok, quick couple questions. Which shell rottella are you running?
Stock
Muffler is passing ama sound?
Have you had to repack muffler?
I think it’s rotella t4. I haven’t been sound tested yet but hopefully I’d be alright!
I think you should contact the major mx/dirt bike media about being a test rider to give the east coast privateer perspective. Glenn Helen is kind of unrealistic to base an opinion on in my slow c east coast guy opinion.
I’d be into it if they are!!
20 hours of hard moto on a 2 stroke and it's smoked.
100%!
Can’t rebuild a 4 stroke in 3 hours for 300 dollars. Braaaaaap
You comparing a 250cc to a 450. If it was a 450cc 2 banger it would be fine. Cc to cc 2 bangers come out on top.
🐝🏁 Video 👍👊
In summary.... 2 stroke goes briiip briipp 4 stroke goes braapp braapp. No chiz no choice
You nailed it 😂🤘🏻
Can u post the map u are using ?the slow map
Sorry but no, I pay my tuner for those maps so I’m not giving them away and I don’t have all the info for the maps anyways
@@mattburkeen820 oh i thought u made these maps for your style of riding -all 👍
Brrrraaaappppp
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Go full gas!
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See if you can get an ECU with a treasure map Matty Boy ....
😂🙌🏻
that was the longest winded intro ever, congrats. lol
You need that pipe now that you have the computer. Having the pipe with no computer is useless, having the computer with no pipe is good, having it all is fuckin tits. Hit up FMF for a sponsorship. I’m sure you two could work something out.
They have helped me before! I just kinda like running stock pipe to throw people off 😂😂🤘🏻
@@mattburkeen820 keepin it spicy, I like it 😏
450 four schmifty pffffft I can get more horsepower torquin one out in the shower
😂😂😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂
That’s horrible when a stock bike is just way too much even for someone of your caliber of rider. I rode a works Honda 450 and it was stupid how schizophrenic that thing felt… the mellow map was night and day better. The way they’re pumping these bikes out is insane and the average joe can go buy one crazy!!
convert it over to methanol and extend your engine life
😂😂😂🤘🏻