AJ Catanzaro's Honest Review Of The 2024 YZ250f!

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 219

  • @Justabirdlover
    @Justabirdlover 5 місяців тому +4

    I have a 2024 250F and found my shock a little stiff stock so went half a turn softer on high speed. I set sag at 105mm and the fork I went flush to help balance the chassis in the soft dirt/sand I ride. The fork a found a little soft still compared to the shock so went stiffer by 2 clicks on compression and rebound. The shock I also went 2 clicks stiffer on rebound .
    Engine wise yes the stock bike with stock mapping is actually even worse throttle response and bottom end wise with the FMF header. First thing I did was try Keefers Passive Aggressive map. That mapping helped. I felt like the intake airflow through the lid was actually too much (big inner airbox and big airfilter versus a 2023) and was hurting throttle response so I sealed the rear airbox holes like a YZ450 lid comes and stuffed foam into the front and left rear holes. This made a big difference in throttle response, made the bike much more pleasant to ride (less loud in the helmet) and didn’t seem to hurt top end at all. I then added a FMF PC4 slip on and that definitely made it sound a lot less raspy and felt like it also helped throttle response a little. Next I tried a FMF header and that definitely made the bottom end noticeably worse especially without any remapping. I then put a Twin Air powerflo kit on (mostly for better sealing) but found that it helped gain back what the header lost and then some. The powerflo kit felt like it gained a lot from bottom to top especially upper midrange to over rev and complimented the FMF header well. I then richened the mapping by 2-4% versus Keefers map which gave much better throttle response and power feel from bottom to top end. It feels Kawasaki and KTM powerful now. Wife has a 23 KX250 I’ve ridden for comparison and stock for stock the Kawasaki is noticeably stronger but not anymore.

  • @chrisp.bacon_exe3956
    @chrisp.bacon_exe3956 5 місяців тому +37

    Picked up a 2024 a few weeks ago. Can’t really test it until spring. Already a step up from my 06 so I can’t complain 😂

    • @tankeater
      @tankeater 5 місяців тому +4

      18 years should be WAY more than just "a step up." 🤷‍♂️🤘

    • @user-rf2df2iu6t
      @user-rf2df2iu6t 5 місяців тому +4

      Be careful on your first ride. It really is a blue rocket... And congratulations!!!

    • @mikemcswain1921
      @mikemcswain1921 5 місяців тому +2

      You won’t believe the difference. I went from a 2002 to 2021. Couldn’t believe they were both 250s

    • @BranDon-yb2nd
      @BranDon-yb2nd 13 днів тому

      How is it? I’m thinking of doing the same. Contemplating upgrading from my 06 to a 24

    • @chrisp.bacon_exe3956
      @chrisp.bacon_exe3956 13 днів тому

      @@BranDon-yb2nd oh I love it. Night and day difference. Suspension is a little springy though like it’s set up for supercross. If you have the money send it off or get it tuned to your height and weight. Other than that…love it…took a minute to get used to how snappy the throttle is but I found a map I like and I’m used to it now

  • @lukejudge5782
    @lukejudge5782 5 місяців тому +13

    Really digging the bike review videos

  • @kamakrazi
    @kamakrazi 5 місяців тому +6

    To be fair, its hard to do a true assessment without making any adjustments. One thing I've learned the most over the last few years is that every bike is setup differently for each rider. What works for one person, may not work for another. You can't complain about the engine package without using the tuner app and making adjustments. A lot of them are tuned down from the dealer, and then adding a full exhaust without making adjustments to the engine and fuel, makes any review null. I have a 2014 that I added a full exhaust to, and it didn't really open up until I started getting tunes off forums to assist with making the power curves I wanted to see for my riding style. I'm not saying your assessment of THAT bike, at THAT point in time is wrong or bad, but I don't think its fair to the bike. As for suspension, every bike sucks for someone my size. So I can't fault the manufacturer for the forks or shock not working the way I think it should specifically for me. They can only put out one configuration, usually the most general setting. I had to spend some $$$ to get mine configured just right for me and now I love mine more.

  • @Archiewood54
    @Archiewood54 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi love your vids 🤙

  • @dcouture79
    @dcouture79 4 місяці тому

    Proper valve job on the suspension. Every other review in this bike is nothing short but stellar so this video kind of on its own.

  • @peaceprayer595
    @peaceprayer595 5 місяців тому +1

    Love your reviews~~~~

  • @DamonCT
    @DamonCT 5 місяців тому +7

    Comparing the 2024 Yamaha 250f to my 2023 Honda 250f I feel almost the opposite of what you said. The power on the Yamaha is much more than the Honda at every level I feel like. Maybe because its a brand new bike but the brakes blew me away with stopping power compared to the Honda as well. My Yamaha actually feels a lot softer than the Honda and I had to go in and stiffen it up. As far as how the bike feels, the Yamaha feels much smaller, lighter and more controllable. The Honda feels extremely tall and long, which I don't prefer.

  • @petermoygannon698
    @petermoygannon698 5 місяців тому +1

    I'd like to know what difference the brakes are from 23 to 24 .

  • @jasonkodess4834
    @jasonkodess4834 5 місяців тому +1

    Awesome thank you for sharing this information with me 🎉❤😊

  • @jerryhill4893
    @jerryhill4893 5 місяців тому

    I applaud the honest opinion. Great stuff. Thanks

  • @bryanray1803
    @bryanray1803 5 місяців тому +4

    I’m hearing the problem could be that they’re using the bigger air box from the 450 on the new 250 design.

  • @Ariozo111
    @Ariozo111 5 місяців тому

    Love the new 250F, but ofc. you have to set the susp. and change the map right away if it´s the def. standard map to get little more in the bottom.
    But quick and small changes and it´s fantastic. :)

  • @TommyK030
    @TommyK030 5 місяців тому +3

    MXA made the same comments about the suspension in their 2024 review

  • @dennismillus4581
    @dennismillus4581 5 місяців тому +3

    Hey how about doing an Ho estimate Review of Tires..... Do a Tire Shootout. Dumblop, Maxxis, Pirrelli vs Hoosiers.

  • @phill4345
    @phill4345 5 місяців тому +2

    The cam gears are press fit onto the cam shafts. Not welded or bolted. There’s still a missed weld on the frames. Quality control issues but do with that info what you will. Seen a bunch come back to the dealership I work at.

    • @inevespace
      @inevespace 5 місяців тому

      almost in all dirtbike engines have press fited of cam gears

    • @phill4345
      @phill4345 5 місяців тому +1

      Tru. But it doesn’t seem to be as much of an issue there. Ktm has bolts retaining them, I believe Honda and Suzuki do as well. But I haven’t seen them come back for the cam gears rotating on the shaft with the newer models. Time will tell

  • @mikemcswain1921
    @mikemcswain1921 5 місяців тому +13

    Not a lemon, needs a map, stainless front brake line and a skinny guy shock spring. Unless they changed the front master cylinder, the front brake needs to be adjusted out so you have it applies pressure sooner.

    • @chrisvillarreal2752
      @chrisvillarreal2752 5 місяців тому +4

      That means it’s a lemon the entire line up is a lemon. Needs a map… lol needs suspension… needs brakes…. 😂 needs new everything bike is no good nothing new. Ktm has set the standard and it will be almost impossible to beat.

    • @tankeater
      @tankeater 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@chrisvillarreal2752needs improvement to go straight... Needs improvement to stop... Needs improvement to handle... WTF else is there to F up??? BUHAHAHAHAHAHA

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому +4

      @@chrisvillarreal2752 wait sorry I can’t hear you over your wallet emptying for 8 thousand dollar kit suspension just to get even remotely close to stock kyb units 😂😂😂😂😂. If ktm came with a rubber front brake line their brakes would have poor feel as well. Oh. Let’s not forget ktms dog shit mapping out the box either.
      What was that you said about ktm again? I forgot.
      Oh btw. Ive owned 6 of them 😏

    • @chrisvillarreal2752
      @chrisvillarreal2752 5 місяців тому

      @@user-mo8tm4jw2l you read it clown 😂 I’ve owned every bike of every year and ran them all back to back at private tracks and you’re just talking out of your ass 😂 keep dreaming Suzukis shit on Yamahas 😂 ktms are better even with air forks foh 😂

    • @chrisvillarreal2752
      @chrisvillarreal2752 5 місяців тому +1

      @@tankeater facts 😂 “BuT iT wOn tHe ShOoToUtS!!!” Lmmfao!!

  • @socmonki
    @socmonki 5 місяців тому +1

    Get the front brake looked at, I bet it needs to be bled. Air in the line will make it not want to stop. Aftermarket exhaust...was it tuned correctly? That can really mess up a power curve. The less bottom end is something yamaha did do, but someone was working on an airbox to bring it back so some people may or may not do that. Just my 2 cents.

  • @KingFriday274
    @KingFriday274 5 місяців тому +1

    I wonder if you tried changing the mapping. Its just a cell phone app.

  • @MaxBoltz246
    @MaxBoltz246 5 місяців тому +2

    Yamaha really needs to make a yz350f

  • @MClyne24
    @MClyne24 5 місяців тому +3

    Get a an actual stock one mate and retest. The suspension is really good however like the 450 needs to be adjusted a bit particularly fork height and sag. The 2024 does lack the bottom end to previous years but can improved with power tuner app.

    • @tankeater
      @tankeater 5 місяців тому +1

      Doesn't go straight good, doesn't stop good, doesn't handle good... The 3 thinks that matter on a bike, all suck. This is the definition of a LEMON 😂🤦‍♂️

  • @KingFriday274
    @KingFriday274 5 місяців тому

    I wonder also how you would likenthe yz250fx (my bike). The suspension is softer.

  • @DevinDaye
    @DevinDaye 5 місяців тому +2

    Michael Mosimans brother seemed to have said close to the same thing. And he did mention the bog as well which is interesting

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому

      Maybe a first try issue? I'm sure they'll get it sorted soon enough!

    • @DevinDaye
      @DevinDaye 5 місяців тому +1

      @@themotoacademyYT It just shows you know your stuff tho!! I ride Supercoop all the time in Michigan. What did you think of the track. I didn't see a track review from you?

  • @yamahaxs6501
    @yamahaxs6501 5 місяців тому

    Hoping to see some Moto Academy classes at that track. So close to my house

  • @jackjohnson291
    @jackjohnson291 5 місяців тому +1

    Is it me or does it seem shorter (length wise)?

  • @jacobocejo21
    @jacobocejo21 3 місяці тому

    I just recently test rode a 24 yz250f, out of the box I was very impressed. I've never felt so comfortable on a bike from stock.

  • @Stinky_sack
    @Stinky_sack 5 місяців тому

    Front brake sucks on my 22 yz450 also. Can't get the thing stopped

  • @wannabecarguy
    @wannabecarguy 5 місяців тому +2

    Does it have a gray wire?

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂 yea cut that shit son

  • @Croseb2
    @Croseb2 5 місяців тому +1

    AJ I am a huge fan of your channel. My only question is have you ridden the YZF with factory exhaust? I think FMF is amazing and did wonders for my 2 strokes in the past but I tried a slip-on for my 22 FC250 and it destroyed my low and mid range. If you ask any KTM/Husky/Gasgas owner they typically prefer the OEM exhaust so possibly that’s the issue. As for the suspension, it’s been stiff from Yamaha the past few years.

    • @andyyarrington6401
      @andyyarrington6401 5 місяців тому

      you know i have 22 yz250f ,and put the full fmf system on it,,same as you feel,took most of the bottom end and gave me a mid and up bike ,i should put the stock pipe back on and see ,,

    • @jeremyschlegel
      @jeremyschlegel 5 місяців тому

      No, there is a definite gargle/bog at low rpm. Just got one for my son. First new bike I've ever bought for him and I'm very disappointed.

  • @BlackSeasGold
    @BlackSeasGold 5 місяців тому

    All you have to do is throw a map in it that’s what the tuner app is for. Change some clickers for suspension. Yamaha front brakes are always spongy

  • @enochwatchers6623
    @enochwatchers6623 5 місяців тому +3

    I agree with your assessment 100%. I have been riding the Yamaha 250f since 2017. I went to a recent ride day and rode the 2024 and was very disappointed. It ran dirty off the bottom and didn't really feel any faster in the mid or top to me. The suspension felt stiff and non compliant. I also rode 2024 250fx and 2023 250f back to back the same day and both were much better all around.

    • @johnkane9472
      @johnkane9472 5 місяців тому +1

      Disappointing. One of my bikes is a 2018 250f and it's perfect for a Yamaha. I have a 2020 450 and it rides the same as my 2018. Have to be careful with upgrades sometimes but not usually in a Yamaha.

  • @asdqwe9988
    @asdqwe9988 5 місяців тому +3

    Tomorrow im going to buy new yz250f 2022, but i have heard that yamaha has some transmission issue, like it just blow up in 50 hrs for some riders, even C class. Can someone confirm this?

    • @Frogg434
      @Frogg434 5 місяців тому +2

      i think the 2019s and below there timing chains stretch i have a 2023 yz250f never had any problems

    • @mxslick50
      @mxslick50 5 місяців тому +1

      You might be hearing of the early 2000's YZ250 2 strokes. I knew several riders who had transmission issues with their bikes. I know several riders currently on 2022 YZ250fs and none have had issues with the transmissions.

    • @asdqwe9988
      @asdqwe9988 5 місяців тому +1

      @@mxslick50 thanks, but i heard this about modern 22 23 yz250f

    • @HPRaceDevelopment
      @HPRaceDevelopment 5 місяців тому

      timign chains are really bad...

    • @GuerraRacing82
      @GuerraRacing82 5 місяців тому +2

      Bullshit , I have a 22 and it’s by far the best bike u will ever ride !

  • @nvmcrider8475
    @nvmcrider8475 5 місяців тому +1

    This is sad news, The awesome low-end power is what converted me into being a Yamaha fan. Hopefully, they get it right in 2025.

  • @Ameerdala
    @Ameerdala 5 місяців тому +7

    Today, 3/2/2024 i rode my yamaha yz250f 2024 brand new with 2 hotes total runtime (after break in and oil change)
    It felt amazing, chasis, corners are super wow!
    Bottom power is insane, thrid gear and fourth gear are very similar, i could enter a conrer with fourth gear or third gear almost same feeling of power amazing!

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +2

      Interesting! Have you ridden a older generation one?

  • @ridendrive
    @ridendrive 5 місяців тому +4

    AJ - Based on the review, I would say the set up this bike has caused issues. Suspension for certain is an adjustment issue. Also as for the power, the new air box has taken some bottom end snap out of the bike, but for a stock engine bike, you need to test one with a stock header, otherwise you will need to try a bike that has a full exhaust with a matching ECU. The new changes for engine durability have made this new 24 more sensitive to these changes. Also stock gearing is a bit tall.

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому +2

      Agree even the 450 runs best stock header. Slip on only. This bike was clearly in left field with setup.

  • @jonathangoglin4047
    @jonathangoglin4047 5 місяців тому +1

    I have the 2024 yz250f and I feel the same way about the suspension. But it has a really aggressive bottom end to mid. A tad flat on top. That’s as is out of the crate

    • @jonathangoglin4047
      @jonathangoglin4047 5 місяців тому

      I am currently messing with suspension settings and mapping to see how good it can be stock. But better suspension is on the way and pipe with mapping.

  • @Quadz10
    @Quadz10 5 місяців тому +1

    ALL 24’s are slugs off the bottom out of the box. Don’t know why YZ went that direction. You have to put a Map and different airbox on to get all the pep back. As for the “planted” suspension feel I agree, the 23 felt like a magnet to the earth and was plush. They went away from that too. 🤦‍♂️

  • @jaylonlloyd7923
    @jaylonlloyd7923 5 місяців тому +1

    What gas is he running in it? My 250f hated pump gas, ran so much better once I switched!

    • @jackjohnson291
      @jackjohnson291 5 місяців тому +4

      Anyone running anything but ethanol free is just asking for trouble.

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому +1

      Probably 93 octane pump and it’s most likely a few months old knowing most of the guys I see at the track lol. I don’t ever ride without fresh fuel. I can feel the bikes power go flat without it.

  • @joewahrerMotorcycleMan
    @joewahrerMotorcycleMan 5 місяців тому +1

    Did Jet Lawrence wake us up to proper posture technique or have others' before him ridden with the same techniques? I just came back from the Detroit SX and saw a bunch of guys riding with his style and the same techniques taught by Moto Academy.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +1

      Yes! There has always been exemplary riders. Jett however was made in a lab, and his winning with that form puts it front and centre!

    • @joewahrerMotorcycleMan
      @joewahrerMotorcycleMan 5 місяців тому +1

      HEART AJ - Keep up the good work, we are all getting better because of it!

  • @connerburger8170
    @connerburger8170 5 місяців тому +6

    24.5 ktm next

    • @RogerT-kt3zd
      @RogerT-kt3zd 5 місяців тому +3

      KTM Sell the best bikes on the market

  • @myronstambaugh761
    @myronstambaugh761 5 місяців тому +2

    Did you take the wash-cover out of the air filter box? Lol.

  • @REKLUSE53
    @REKLUSE53 5 місяців тому +2

    I have been seeing a lot of issues with the 450F. Not a lot of information on the 250F.
    I have the 22' 250f, and I absolutely love it, BUT they do have a major issue.
    Timing chains wear very quickly and spontaneously break without warning. Most guys are doing them @10-15 hours max. Race teams every 3 hours. Hopefully that issue is rectified, but I haven't been able to find any information out about it.
    The 450's I know multiple pro riders having the piston grenade (most common issue I've seen), one of my buddies is on his 3rd motor! Keeps the bike and puts 45 hours on it and they give him a new one.
    Another failure was one crank failure on the lower rod bearing.
    I am a huge YZ fan, but I think I'll wait and see how the Triumph pans out.
    The new bikes certainly aren't what they used to be.

  • @jasonburke3064
    @jasonburke3064 5 місяців тому

    It doesn’t seem like it even revs out right in the video. Almost like it’s kinda trying to lock up. I know it’s new and tight but u can hear it

  • @thetruthserum2816
    @thetruthserum2816 4 дні тому

    Video Idea - Track reviews... Since you are literally visiting so many tracks.

  • @skylineenduro
    @skylineenduro 5 місяців тому

    See you at desert 100 this year?

  • @gladegoodrich2297
    @gladegoodrich2297 4 місяці тому

    Bought a 01 when they first came out. Hated it because of starting problems. Put in storage and bought an 03 which was a great bike. Now I own a 23 year old almost new YZ 250F.🤣

  • @DamonMedekMusic
    @DamonMedekMusic 5 місяців тому

    I feel like the track might have contributed I mean you are in much deeper sand kind of terrain than your typical track.

  • @user-rj8xb4me1i
    @user-rj8xb4me1i 5 місяців тому

    Well when u turn the motor into a 15 hr time bomb to get your 43hp and the word starts getting around u back it down a notch so it’s not leaving parts and oil on the track.

  • @brandonfoley8070
    @brandonfoley8070 5 місяців тому +1

    I feel like the rest of the reviews on this bike where good

  • @justobservenow3480
    @justobservenow3480 5 місяців тому

    My 250x is all good. Love the 2 stroke. Oh yeah.

  • @yukonjon5964
    @yukonjon5964 5 місяців тому +1

    AJ are you racing SX this season???

    • @jdub264
      @jdub264 5 місяців тому +1

      He is not

    • @yukonjon5964
      @yukonjon5964 5 місяців тому +2

      @@jdub264 figured. thanks.
      wondered what was up when he switched to the CRF450. then the baby came along. so i'm not surprised. except for that great speech after last years SX season when he said the plan was to get better at racing over the next 5 years. hmm.
      well bummer because seeing where Albert would place each race, was just as fun for me as seeing who was top 3 in each main.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +5

      Plan as of now is to take this year off then get to that 5 year plan! 😁😁

  • @AutospeciLvAkumulatori
    @AutospeciLvAkumulatori Місяць тому

    Yes, you need to change mapping, and ride like 125. Then this bike is fast. Much faster than kx and crf.

  • @quadcityracing
    @quadcityracing 4 місяці тому

    AJ you need to talk to your buddy, Alex Ray, about the ‘24 yz250f

  • @CR250rSMITH
    @CR250rSMITH 5 місяців тому +1

    you look like a good B rider in the end clips on the bike IMO

  • @sugarperez6933
    @sugarperez6933 5 місяців тому +1

    Something definitely has to be wrong with the bike. I've never heard anyone talk bad about the new YZ 4 Stokes they are amazing. Atleast better than Kawa honda Suzuki and KTM I'd say 🔥 but thats my opinion

  • @dennismillus4581
    @dennismillus4581 5 місяців тому

    How about doing a honest review of a 2023 Honda CR500AF. Of a Tomaracing T500.

  • @mr.channel6467
    @mr.channel6467 3 місяці тому

    Daangg tbh the bottom end did have less than a usual 4-strokes.. top end was crazy though but uno

  • @bradleyjr.mikulecky9758
    @bradleyjr.mikulecky9758 5 місяців тому

    has to be a lemon i feel some clickers and sag and the engine didn't change compared to the old ones they have the same engine so should just be map issue that u were in a slow map

  • @AREALAMERICAN
    @AREALAMERICAN 5 місяців тому

    That's exactly how you should review. A new bike is basically straight out of the store or straight out of the box. You don't want somebody making any adjustments to it. Because then it doesn't give you an honest opinion ... The average Ryder isn't gonna be making any changes to the bike most likely. Besides maybe a new pipe

  • @tannerjohnson5690
    @tannerjohnson5690 5 місяців тому

    Did someone put old gas in it?

  • @cursetheserpent
    @cursetheserpent 5 місяців тому +1

    I’ve heard horrible things about yz250f in general, not just this one. I’ve never actually rode one though, been a 2 smoker most my life.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +1

      Definitely worth trying for yourself. Every bike has their strengths

  • @jeremyschlegel
    @jeremyschlegel 5 місяців тому

    Just got a 24 for my son. He was on a 21 yz250f before, and I have a 22 FX.
    The 24 is a pig at low rpm, and I'm pretty disappointed. Now we have to spend another 2 grand for an airbox and ecu to fix the ussue! 😡

  • @dadman9492
    @dadman9492 5 місяців тому +1

    My daughter rode the 23 and 24. She had the exact same conclusions. In fact she was hoping to get the 24 yam but was so disappointed in it , as you said, she landed up on the 24 kaw 250f.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +2

      Yeah we have got a lot of messages juist like that!

  • @user-rf2df2iu6t
    @user-rf2df2iu6t 5 місяців тому

    Man, you just need 450-2024. It is really best yamaha of all times

  • @sissywalker1955
    @sissywalker1955 5 місяців тому +1

    Thats the best ive ever seen you ride! WTF are you talking about?

  • @youfixitwithrick5130
    @youfixitwithrick5130 5 місяців тому +1

    Mapping!

  • @user-ep6wd7ip7v
    @user-ep6wd7ip7v 5 місяців тому +1

    Maybe check the map he was on haha

  • @daffyduck9901
    @daffyduck9901 5 місяців тому +1

    One ride everybody knows the rules 7.5

  • @adzythepwcblokeinaustralia5467
    @adzythepwcblokeinaustralia5467 5 місяців тому

    Yamaha made the airbox too big in search of more top end and lost the best parts of the YZ250F appeal.

  • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
    @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому

    I hate to say it. Very few people know how to set a bike up. Have someone get you squared away on a bike that’s properly set up. Put the ergos right for you, forks probably leaked onto the front brake caliper. There’s a bunch of things they are just way off in what your saying about that bike. Doesn’t sound like it’s near stock settings. It honestly sounds like it’s in left field.
    That bike needs good fuel and you can’t fairly compare it to a bike with a high comp piston. Unfair comparison.
    You need to get one that’s unmolested. Either bone stock. Even clickers. Or have someone that knows how to set a bike up set it up before you ride it.

    • @jackjohnson291
      @jackjohnson291 5 місяців тому +1

      You might want to look into who this… just an idea. Hint: he knows what he’s doing.
      Also, he wanted to test it as it came off the factory floor. The only thing touched was the exhaust. If it’s having the issues he’s mentioning, basic setup wouldn’t address any of it, aside from further modifications. Frankly, I think it just needs to break in a little, but I could be wrong.

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому

      @@jackjohnson291 hint: know what your talking about before speaking.
      Just because you can ride the hell out a bike doesn’t mean you can set one up. That’s common knowledge. It’s a fact that any pro you want to pick to talk to would agree with. It Also doesn’t mean it came off the showroom floor setup right. People click shit on the suspension all the time when they sit there. 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️. There’s a reason you frame a brand new bike before you ride it. The guy who owns the bike has probably messed with the clickers for himself for that matter. He messed with the tune…. Why wouldn’t he mess with other stuff too?

  • @Xtreme_Outdoors
    @Xtreme_Outdoors 5 місяців тому +2

    It says 250 in the title but that's the 450 right😂

  • @randyfryer9003
    @randyfryer9003 5 місяців тому

    It kinda sounds like it's laboring even with you as a pro riding it doesn't Rev freely.

  • @kochj0713
    @kochj0713 5 місяців тому

    Heard some of the same issues from others…

  • @tannerjohnson5690
    @tannerjohnson5690 5 місяців тому +2

    Better than any E bike you've been riding

  • @chummy22
    @chummy22 5 місяців тому +2

    This bike got more bottom end then that honda 450 lol you are just use to the low power honda and not prepared for the aggressive non linear power, I get it tho man clickbait views money gotta get that bread if you ain't gunna be dominating the 250 last chance qualifiers this year

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому

      I don't think any 250 has more bottom end than any 450...

  • @sissywalker1955
    @sissywalker1955 5 місяців тому +1

    AJ Cantcuzhesazero once again proves why he does what he does(those who cant do teach)! The Blue crew is coming for you!!!

    • @GuerraRacing82
      @GuerraRacing82 5 місяців тому +1

      He couldn’t even make the main

    • @sissywalker1955
      @sissywalker1955 5 місяців тому

      @@GuerraRacing82 😂🤣😅😂🤣

    • @ryanneuendorf4006
      @ryanneuendorf4006 5 місяців тому +1

      Poor bastard butt hurt your Yamaha got a bad review

  • @mxr248
    @mxr248 5 місяців тому +3

    Kind of a dumb review for the simple fact who tests or buys a bike and gives a review without adjusting the suspension? 🙄. Also if you tested the bike in its stock map it’s the same as the 23. Put that bike in hard hitting and it will rip. Also other pros have done videos that are fast as hell said this bike is amazing. One had a friend that was a loyal Honda guy but he said after riding that yz he’s buying a blue one. Also you should know from racing bikes when they are new they have a break in period. Motor, chassis and suspension. Sounds like you were paid by Honda to steer ppl. Lol you say you run a loose academy and run bikes the way they come? Sure hope you are not teaching ppl this!!

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +2

      When it comes to personal belongings and equipment, we set it up meticulously and encourage others to do the same. This was taking someone elses riding time as he was kind enough to let us jump on it for a session. Take our review with a grain of salt and feel free to formulate your own opinion. This was our experience with it.

  • @JasonMitchellfun
    @JasonMitchellfun 5 місяців тому

    It’s no stark varg 😅

  • @keepinitr33l
    @keepinitr33l 5 місяців тому

    *Rode
    You're welcome.

  • @cantthinkanameup
    @cantthinkanameup 5 місяців тому

    It honestly sounds rich to me. It sounds like the throttle response is REALLY poor, and it doesnt want to get into the top end. I would think a different map, maybe a fresh air filter. You’re right AJ, if Im honest it sounds like turd. It even looks slow. Hope its just a lemon!

  • @HPRaceDevelopment
    @HPRaceDevelopment 5 місяців тому +2

    mapping sounds horrible

    • @inevespace
      @inevespace 5 місяців тому +1

      yep, exhaust sound is really suspicious

    • @user-mo8tm4jw2l
      @user-mo8tm4jw2l 5 місяців тому +2

      Agreed. It’s a setup issue. Someone has this bike in left field and it’s hilarious to watch the ktm crew run through the comments ranting and raving how good their keep taking moneys are stock 😉😂😂.
      Every bike stock is going to need adjustments. Period.
      Riding something with no time taken to set triangle or sag for you not making clicker adjustments. You just can’t get an accurate feel for if something is good or not. All you can tell is the setup is ass.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +2

      It needs your help!

  • @danblekeberg2470
    @danblekeberg2470 5 місяців тому +5

    Cycle World rated the Yamaha as #1. Moto Cross Action magazine rated it # 4. I would believe AJ and MXA. (Back in 1978 Cycle World tested the Honda CR250 and the Yamaha YZ250. They said to buy the Yamaha, I did. Junk ! To this day, the 1978 Honda CR250 is a favorite in retro. races. )

    • @mxslick50
      @mxslick50 5 місяців тому +1

      You're talking about 1978 bud. Things have changed a LOT since then. Yes, the Hondas were the dominant bike back then, but not anymore. (They are still very good, I have ridden some CR125s and I like them.) I had one of the 1978 YZ125s myself (It was the bike that got me started in mx. I never raced it, it was used to learn on as I got it real cheap. My first race bike was a 1990 YZ125.) I agree it was pretty bad,, I never trusted it enough to race on. As for the"modern" era, the early 2000 YZ250s had transmission issues, the 1991 YZ125 first production run had a serious engine case stuff up...but other than that, I haven't had too many riders complain about the bike. ( I work, race and announce at tracks so I see a lot of them.)

    • @tankeater
      @tankeater 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@mxslick50he's giving you an analogy of how bias the DirtBike industry has been since the 70s... If you think it isn't like this today, simply look at politicians and who donated to them. Money makes people's minds up before the fact. Need to use you big boy brain when it comes to analogies 👍

    • @mxslick50
      @mxslick50 5 місяців тому +2

      @@tankeater DO NOT try to drag politics into this discussion! And do not twist my comments to suit YOUR agenda. You are in no position to lecture two gentlemen who have been a part of the mx industry for decades as riders (and in my case, other positions) about the state of the industry. Money and political affiliations have nothing to do with the choices riders make about their bikes. We all have brand favorites (as do the test riders on all of the magazines and media). THAT IS THE ONLY BIAS that test riders have. You need to take your agenda elsewhere and use your little boy brain on subjects you actually know about.

    • @tankeater
      @tankeater 5 місяців тому

      @@mxslick50 o, yah, my first trip to Ocotillo was in 92. Been to Glamis over 100 times. Own a Duel Sport. Ride SX, MX, sand, gravel, hard pack, rocky, mountain, pretty much every train possible... So by my 3 decades of experience AND all forms of riding, unlike a few versions such as yourself. I know more about riding than you sir.
      Judgment over someone you don't know, with ZERO form of knowledge about that person... Is yet another way you prove your lack of intelligence 👍

    • @Mockle07
      @Mockle07 5 місяців тому +3

      ⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@tankeaterYou have just chastised a guy for making a judgement about someone they don’t know, claiming it shows a lack of intelligence… then told them that you know more about bikes than they do because you ride lots of terrains (which you spelled incorrectly) 🤯🤦🏼‍♂️😂
      If I ever need an example of irony, I have a good one here!

  • @panic-revv85
    @panic-revv85 5 місяців тому

    Mmm... thats someone elses bike so who knows how theyve set it up or what they have done to it.

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +2

      They had a FMF pipe on it and a Keifer map for a stock set up. There's a good chance those two things dont get along.

  • @ryanxmx31
    @ryanxmx31 5 місяців тому

    Yamaha please build a us a 350

    • @mxr248
      @mxr248 5 місяців тому +4

      Honestly you put a tune on this and it feels like a 350.. there is a pro guy and his friends that rode this bike and swear by it. The one guy was straight up Honda guy and now hates his new Honda. The other guy was a KTM guy and he mentioned with one of the tunes he said it felt like a 350..

  • @sampson7941
    @sampson7941 5 місяців тому

    A what ? 7.5 out of 10 ? Thats not a bad rating

  • @mxriderdakar
    @mxriderdakar 5 місяців тому

    The setting of the guy are maybe off for you

  • @gotrybrandnewtube3928
    @gotrybrandnewtube3928 5 місяців тому +1

    Bahahahaha ,His Head is Sofar up the Lawrence's a$$ of course he is gunna diss Yamaha over Honda

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +1

      Hahahaha Great insight. He actually loves the YZ450F to the point it might be his favorite bike right now. Thats why he had such high hopes for the 250.

  • @kanonymous6414
    @kanonymous6414 5 місяців тому

    Well at least it’s not an electric bike!

  • @Ccrider363
    @Ccrider363 5 місяців тому

    One ride everyone knows the rules, 7.5 that’s a high high score, you sure you don’t
    Like that bike?

  • @ottokirk2325
    @ottokirk2325 5 місяців тому

    More joy on my upgraded 200SX. My '22 collects dust and has been replaced with a '24 300SX. YAT

  • @rollypollyraviolli4474
    @rollypollyraviolli4474 5 місяців тому

    You can basically mod any of the current bikes to be competitive, even the Zook. Why is nobody talking about how damn UGLY the new yammies are?

    • @jackjohnson291
      @jackjohnson291 5 місяців тому +3

      I’m not particularly big on Yamaha in general, but I think these look pretty good.
      Eye of the beholder, I guess. 🤷‍♂️

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +1

      Different strokes 🤷

  • @senditsillly1423
    @senditsillly1423 5 місяців тому

    asdf

  • @jdub264
    @jdub264 5 місяців тому

    Yamaha’s bad batch of bikes must have bled down from their MotoGP bikes 🧐

  • @bakerproductions9241
    @bakerproductions9241 5 місяців тому

    Yamaha seems to be going in the wrong direction the last two years, I liked my uncles 2021 yz450 but every Yamaha I’ve rode since has felt off.

  • @fixnshet5640
    @fixnshet5640 5 місяців тому

    Honda guy doesn like other brand…. Lol

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому

      Not true! The YZ450 is maybe his favourite bike right now! Thats why he was so excited for the 250.

  • @brap10151
    @brap10151 5 місяців тому +1

    You cant just throw a full system fmf on and not adjust the mapping accordingly… thought you would know that. Shit review

  • @Lee-mx5li
    @Lee-mx5li 5 місяців тому

    LMAO YOU'RE THE ONLY ONE ON THE PLANET...LMAO

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому

      Not true. We've gotten a flurry of messages saying the same thing.

  • @MatthewGuzman-yo2ew
    @MatthewGuzman-yo2ew 5 місяців тому

    Burrrr

  • @caseybobbitt9272
    @caseybobbitt9272 5 місяців тому

    Why do you teach kids how to ride dirtbikes, when your best finish was a 4th in a last chance qualifier??? 😂😂

    • @themotoacademyYT
      @themotoacademyYT  5 місяців тому +1

      You seem to have some inaccurate data, Casey 😬👍🏼

    • @fosterschutt6125
      @fosterschutt6125 5 місяців тому +3

      Because the slowest guy in lcq will still mop everybody in the country.

  • @RogerT-kt3zd
    @RogerT-kt3zd 5 місяців тому +1

    KTM is the KING of offroad. They have won the most supercross & motocross championships out of any manufacturer in the last 20 years. and have dominated enduro 25 years in a row. DOMINANT 🍊💯
    KTM MX2 World Championships: 2003 2004 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2022 2023 🔥🍊💯
    KTM MXGP World Championships: 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2017 2018 2021 2023 🔥🍊💯
    KTM Supercross 450 Championships: 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2021 🔥🍊💯
    KTM Has won an incredible 64 out of 81 Motos this year at loretta lynns. Pure DOMINATION. this once again proves that KTM is the best Motocross & Enduro manufacturer on the planet. KINGS 🔥👑🍊🧡💯