My Top 10 Favorite Dirt Bikes So Far
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A while back a subscriber reached out to me and suggested this video topic, my top 10 favorite dirt bikes (in order) that I have owned or tested. I’m always looking for awesome content that I can put out, so this was a winner. After looking back at the list of the 23 different dirt bikes that I have either owned, or put significant amounts of testing into, I came up with this list. You will notice that two of the bikes on this top ten list were bikes that were loaned to me; the Beta 300RR and the Husqvarna TE250i. All the other bikes were bikes that I paid for out of my pocket.
Here is the list in order:
Most fun/enjoyment all around
1 - 2017/18 KTM 250XC and 300 XC (it’s a tie)
2 - 2018 Husqvarna TE250i (and KTM 250 XC-W TPI)
3 - 2017 Yamaha YZ250X
4 - 2015 KTM 300 XC
5 - 2012 KTM 300 XC-W
6 - 2017 Sherco 300 SEF-R
7 - 2016 KTM 250 XC-F
8 - 2015 Yamaha YZ250FX
9 - 2017 Beta 300 RR
10 - 2017 KTM 150 XC-W
Every bike on this list is incredible in it’s own light. With very few exceptions, I’d be happy to ride those bikes as my primary bike for an entire year. They are that good.
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KTM, Husky, Yamaha, Beta and Sherco all made my top 10
Dirt Bike Channel you need to ride a KTM 350 excf
Should see if beta will let you have a go at the 2019! Also a video recapping the weights off all the bikes you've tested would be cool!
What about the Sherco 300 SE-R 2 stroke? I remember that you really liked the bike and the higher gearing it had.
Beta for life!!!!
Dirt Bike Channel I'm 6'2" 245 lbs, I've been riding my whole life, had 125's, 250's, and a CR500! I'm looking for a 4 stoke that ain't heavy but has enough hp to put a smile on my face. Any suggestions?
Nice video but you're supposed to go from 10 to 1!
Todd Simone don’t matter
Do you like forwelrs
it really doesnt matter.
@@zhankin2008 Doesn't matter if you eat your desert before your starter but you don't...
says who exactly??😂
My top 10, even though I havent owned or ridden some of them..
(* = owned)
10: Maico 700
9: Maico 620
8: Maico 500
7: KTM 550
6: KTM 540
5: KTM 500
4: ATK 604
3: YZ490*
2: KX500*
#1: CR500*
Honorable mention: 1982 Suzuki RM125*
you are a madman
You've never been on ANY type of trail have you lmao
You would think there is no replacement for displacement but...try and ride any of those anywhere but wide open places and you will hate them. they will beat you to death pull your arms off and put you in the bush into a tree wear your arms out and you will be begging me to switch over to my ktm 300 just to make out
?????
Ive been riding the CR500 in the root-infested Pennsylvania woods for the past 13 years.
*He’s clearly not much of a Honda guy*
Lightning McQueer he’s a joke. He’s definitely biased
Lightning McQueer he’s a ktm clown
How many honda trail bikes are there?
who is a honda guy these days. bikes are junk compared to yamaha ktm
Will Walton true
Hi from South Africa🦁.Ordering a 300tpi EXC today and looking forward to good times. We love KTMs this side of world as they continued developing 2 strokes. Nice Channel and we're very proud of our offroad champs, Wade Young and Alfie Cox.
I wish I had dirt bike
Den Lewis Balbas how old are you?
cadwarrior 15
Den Lewis Balbas man, you are lucky, you have all the life in front of you! to try anything you want! i had my first dirtbike at 40!!! and wish i discovered this amazing hobby much earlier in my life! If you put the right energy in your wish, its only you who put the limit! i wish you the best!
I didn't really get my first dirt bike till I was 29.
Dirt Bike Channel what bike is it
its cool to see the yz250x up so high, it hasnt changed much since 2005 - All the x did was gave it a few more enduro mods and a wide ration transmission
Should name it my top 10 list of my favorite ktm and their knock offs. Plus a yamaha
I think less then half of them were ktm? And there was 2 yamahas, betas, husqys, those are the good bike 🤷♂️
cayden prob rides a honda lol
Will Walton lol
@@rapscallion3421 honestly hondas aren't that bad.
But I bet he doesnt have a dirtbike at all 😂
All of those bikes are really good
Still riding and racing my 93 Suzuki RMX250...been rebuilt ground up 4 times..still goes like hell!...
95-06 kdx220r with the rite mods (thanks Mr. Fredette) it runs strong and handles good in the tight stuff and has been bullet proof
I have a 2012 250 xcw. Excellent bike. I keep thinking about buying a newer bike, but it's so hard to justify when mine does everything so well.
I'd swear that you haven't ridden those bikes yet, they're so clean. Keep it up bro
Rode the 250xcf and 150xcw at KTM demo days and they were so fun
Kyle, would you please do a video for short legged riders - 30” inseam 185 lbs - 2 and 4 stroke... thank you!
James Ferguson probably KTK he would say
Anything but husqvarna. But beta have lower seat hights
Surprised the 350xcf didn't make the list. Just switched from 250 two strokes to a 350f and damnnnnnnn it's awesome
Wow! The Top 5 & 7 of the Top 10 were 2 strokes with no Kawi or Hondas!
I’ve got a 16 Yz250fx it’s a good bike not quite as good as my sherco SER250 in the gnarly stuff but that’s why I have both haha
Can't wait for a ridding video of the 03 cr250
Man you sure love KTM's 😀
I haven't had a lot of different brand bikes just a few but I've had a lot of dirt bikes and quads and my top 3 or 4 is.
1'st - 2022 KX450
2nd - 2017 YZ250
3rd - 2006 Banshee 350 twin
I just bought the 2022 KX450 and that bike is AMAZING.
Interesting,
I figured the Sherco 300ser would've topped the beta based on yours and Sam's review of them. I think your opinion would've been stronger for the Beta had they sent you a race edition. We know they didn't have one available. I also think Beta would be wise to hook you up with a 19 250 or 300 race edition and maybe a 390 race. ARE YOU READING THIS BETA??? TIM??
Cool Kyle ! I ve actually owned three out of your top ten picks ! I m thinking you and I are into the same bike/size setups. Love your vids !
The 250 xc is an amazing do it all dirt bike.
Thoughts on the 450fx? You dont seem like a 450 guy, but there a lot of desert guys out here in UT that love them. Just torn between a 250/300-2 or 450-4. Thanks again, keep up the good work!
would love to see a review on a tm enduro model. I have the 300 four stroke model, once i'd dropped 15ml of fork oil out of each fork it has been awesome. Would love to see a review of one of their four strokes or two strokes. Would be awesome to see a beta race edition two stroke or four stroke review too. Keep up the good work :)
2021 YZ 250X right here. Love my bike
My top 10 List. (Crazy)
2001 cr 125
2017 sherco sef-R
2017 Beta 250rr
2017 yz250fx (What I own now)
2017 yz250x
2013 KTM 300 xcw
2015 KTM 350xcf
2014 KTM 250sx
2013 Gas Gas 300
2002 KTM 125
I love my 01 cr 125 with an 04 motor !!!
Cr 125 the bikes are amazing
10 best?
#10: Noleen/Ohlins YZ360
#9: ATK 406
#8 ATK 604
#7 Suzuki RM500
#6 Yamaha YZ490
#5 Yamaha WR500
#4 Maico 500
#3 Honda CR500
#2 Kawasaki KX500
#1 KTM 550
Honorable mentions: Maico 620 & 700 because they're crazy, BRC500 because its a new-tech Open Class 500 2-stroke, any and all AF conversions, giving new life to the old powerhouses, the KTM 500 & 540.
Hodaka!!!!.....
Dude you broke my heart, you forgot to include my 99 KX 250, :)
I rebuilt this bike and man it’s fast, I’ve been on sport bikes for the last 25 years and forgot dirt existed. But I’m back , Lol!!!
Title should be which KTM is my Favorite Bike! LOL Glad to see Beta made the list
Love the videos. I used to watch all your videos on ktm bikes wishing I could get one one day and now here I am with a ktm 250xcf and I love it
Curious on how you rank your older cr250 build? Or maybe how it compares to the new ktms vs where it stood when it came out ?
All new bike on here. I love the new bikes but those older kdx,xr,drz those were some bad ass bikes
I will just keep my 96 CR 500 crisp, Thank you !
Your 96 CR500 will still be running when the TPI systems die on the newer bikes.
After a few upgrades, I love my '18 300 XC
Hi Kyle. Great channel. Any plans to update this list now in light of the TPI bikes and changes to the XCW chassis? Also, have you ever considered testing the trail bikes? A lot of people get started there or that's all they are looking for. May not be enough differences among the bikes to matter, but good for some views none the less. Bikes like the CRF250F, KLX230R, KLX300R. Keep up the great content!
Unfortunately KTM also passes all those R&D costs onto the consumer with a $10,000 price tag on a new bike where as something like the yz250x is $7500. KTM's are pretty awesome though and keeping the 2-stroke alive and well.
Kyle Turnbow yeah but you get a brand new up to date bike w ktm. The yamahas are 13 years old... but still breaking Kyle's top 3. Kinda says alot tho huh...
nailed it
Enduro Pik I've been looking into the yz pretty heavily and from everyone I talk to they still have a top notch suspension and frame on them. If they added a few more goodies from the factory like a skid plate, hand guards, and electric start option and lowered first gear and could keep the price between 7500-8500 I bet they would out sell it.
Yamaha seems to be one of the few manufacturers actually trying new and innovative things, on their 4 strokes anyways. I've never been much of a Yamaha fan before but the more I look into them the more I like them
All that R&D n they still can't get the electric start to be 100% my old 2006 Wr has never had a problem with the electric. The only time I kick it, is when its really cold out (sub freezing)
Where I live the prices were way closer. The yamaha was $7000 and an 18 KTM 300xcw was 8399. I think the e start and headlights were worth that. If yamaha had estart and headlight, I would have one now.
What about the Honda, I know there slower than some bikes but they still really good bikes. I've had a crf 80, a crf 150, and a crf 250r and had 0 problems with them.
i ride a 21 YZ250X and its an amazing machine. Very nimble.
What do you think about the new Yamaha wr250f ?
Go Check out The 2019 Honda CRF250RX
I'm sorry to hear about your knee injury. Those are pretty serious injuries. Get well soon
Please test the 2020 Honda CRF 250 RX VS KTM 250 XCF. Honda will be available this Summer. The Honda received many changes for 2020
Please test the Honda crf450l
9 thru 16 were dogs!
@@user-sp8eb6iz7f yes they were my 06 was a menice compared to my buddy's 2012
It's tough to put together a list like this because we cant ride them all. I bought the 2018 TE250 a month ago! Had to get a carbed bike while i still could!
If you have a choice on the Beta’s try and get a 390 or 480 to test. Get that knee feeling better!
You should try the Beta rr480. Its surprising how much lighter and nimble it feels compared to the typical 450.
After the back to back tests, I was very surprised that the Beta came before the sherco SER. Very interesting 🤔
I put the Beta because it was so different that everything else I've tested. Looking back on it makes me like it more for that reason.
I bought and 2018 Beta 300rr for that reason. Everyone around me had KTM ( I still have a 2015 350xcfw six days) I wanted to try something different. So far it has been a fun bike. Im 5'11 and the low seat is great for gnarly single track and I love the oil injection.
Nice video, but instead of only buying (mostly) KTMs, you should try different stuff, like TMs or Gasgas, they`re up to the game also.
KTM, Husky, Yamaha, Beta and Sherco all made my top 10. I would have done a Gas Gas this year, but I tore my ACL... that set me back 7 months.
Dirt Bike Channel if you get a chance to test the 2018 gasgas 300 that would be something. I’m excited about the changes they have made since 2017, especially with the addition of kyb suspension.
Yes, the knee is really a bad injury. Hope you have a good recovery. A strong physiotherapy is important.
I`ve been wearing knee braces (Asterisk) for more than 10 years, can`t ride without them, and never had an knee issue, I think is a (really expensive but) good (and worth it) investment.
About the bikes, I understand why you ride and prefer mostly KTMs (besides them being so good, all the other reasons like dealers or getting parts easier), but I think you should give a chance to other brands instead of (mostly) changing from KTM to KTM.
Because sometimes it`s like changing from a bike to an equal bike (with some minor details), what`s the purpose on it?
Just my personal opinion, I`m not any brand`s addict, don`t know if anyone else thinks like me, but I really don`t see the point of being it (besides getting bikes for free or being paid to ride with a brand).
Besides this mine mere opinion, just get better and keep up with the good reviews. :)
I’m KTM and I approve this video !
😂
my #1 bike 2017 TE300, #2 2016 TC250 & 2007 CR250R
Test the beta RR 350 EFI. I'm from the netherlands and I do a lot off riding in france close to where te ISDE was ridin. I have had a couple of 300cc two strokes the last one was a husaberg TE300 so basicly it's a ktm exc 300 or (XC-W) 2012. I wanted to try the newer 350 efi 4 strokes and ended up with the beta rr 350 EFI and I love it! as you say with a sherco 300 sefr it's enough power to do the nasty stuff and it will not suprise you.
Where would the Beta 390 RR fall on your list if you had ridden it previous to this video?
I knew I was going to like this video as soon as I saw the Yamaha banner in the back!
I would love to see KTM do a Jack Penton retro tribute edition,with all their high end goodies on it!
Kyle i got to ride a beta 390rr the other day and actually really liked it, it might be a worthy bike to reveiw.. cheers
Have you been on the TM 300? In my opinion it offers the best of the Yamaha (KYB/handling) any the KTM (300 motor and bells and whistles). Curious your thoughts on it.
Have been on the Gas Gas bikes?
Hey Kyle I just bought a 2018 KTM 250XC and I love it. I was wondering if you use the rubber band for the sidestand? It is pretty difficult to get off while sitting on the bike. Let me know what you think. Keep up the great videos!
The monster yz450f didn’t make it huh. Loved that bike with the Rekluse and 18” rear. It’s probably my 2nd or 3rd favorite either tied with the yz250x or after. Both fall sort of the ‘18 300 xcw for what I ride nowadays.
As soon as your riding again I'd like to see you try out the new Beta 200rr.
was surprised not to see the 350 in your top 10. wondering where you would rank it?
So what your saying is you ABSOLUTELY LOVE LOVE LOVE 1-10!!!!
There better be 10 2-strokes on that list
Nice list! I'm surprised after hearing you praise the 17 Sherco 300 SE two stroke in your videos that it didn't make the list. What kept it out?
2015 ktm 200
2016 ktm 200, awesome bike! That's my hare scramble bike, Plenty of power.
Good little trail bike
I got a 2017 yz250x it’s my favorite bike
Watching you on another video getting a hardon over Honda and then none is listed. lol.
I'm surprised you put the Beta 300RR above the Sherco 300SE-R when in all of the comparison videos you seemed to like Sherco far more than the Beta. I'm just curious why the change in this video? Thanks
mans needs to try the crf250x
Why don’t you ride Honda
Bro watch the whole video
He would be riding the crf 250rx if his leg was good
You never go full honda.
Cause they dont start. And there are zero honda enduro bikes
Watch the video and I talk about that.
Wow didnt expect the ktm350xc not to be on the list. Love the videos
I have had 2 of them and they are not in my top 10.
What made it NOT a top 10 for you? I love my 350...Best bike I've owned to date, but don't have much experience on other bikes like you do.
16-18...my guess he had probably rode one with a 4cs witch would blow through the stroke and cause the front of the bike to dive and bottom out easy. It also is heavier and not as light as a 300xc two stroke and while the '16 350xc-f is only around 5 pounds heavier than a '16 300xc 2 stroke, the motor weighs more and puts the mass down low witch makes the front tire more planted witch makes it harder to ride through the more technical stuff and, also fourstroke's are harder to keep running/not stall in the more technical...that's why you see most guy's with fourstroke's run recluse clutches.
He put the 2016 250 XC-F as his #7 bike tho.... Also, I have had Kreft Suspension on my 350 since I bought it so I don't know how stock 4cs feels. As far as stalling, I put the JD Tuner on mine and it helped a ton in technical stuff. I have no problem lofting the front wheel either.
Dustin Woodbury Rcs forks are terrible they have no mid valve at all and blow through the stroke. I have heard that the kreft valving helps but, still does'nt work great. I put a pair of '09 300xc closed cartridge forks on mine with one size stiffer springs than stock and they work great. I believe most of the reason the 250xc-f is on his list is because it is/feels alot lighter than the 350 and is easier to ride. And, yes you can loft the front tire on a 350 easy but, a 2 stroke lofts alot easier. A fourstrokes weight is in the engine and down low so, you ca'nt ride through really hard/rocky terrain as easy.
Hey Kyle, i saw many great bikes but i didn't see the Sherco 300 SE-R (2 stroke) that you had for quite a bit... Didn't you like it? It seems a really solid dirt bike to me, and i would place it right after (or ever among) the KTM and Husqvarna dirt bikes... I had the impression that you would have said the same some months ago, what made you change idea?
Anyway Great video as usual ;)
You loved the 250 x because the suspension is superior. I know this because I’ve always ridden Japanese bikes for over a decade until a year ago when I bought a 2017 husky TE 300. The suspension on the TE is garbage compared to what the Japanese bikes come with.
Interested to hear your take on the husky and Ktm 350s You mention that the sherco 300 is a great mix of weight to power. Do you put the 350s in that category also or is there something holding back the endorsement?
Have you ridden any TM models?
I’m 9 and have a crf110 but the foot peg broke so I’m thinking about getting a maico 700 will this be good? I heard it’s what fast people ride and I’m fast🙂
Lol buys a whole new bike because your foot peg broke
I'm so buying some more shirts as soon as your done with that 300xcw tpi!
I just want something to zoom down the street with
I think you should at least try the cross country 450 from Yamaha it has a much softer suspension then the 450 then you had my dad has one (note my dad is a really tall and Broad guy so it may not fit you but it’s your choice) Great bike but you money your decision just making a recommendation
Great choice of bikes I've never had a 4-stroke Motocross or off-road bike but could you tell you think about the 2019 CRF Honda 450 L
When are you going to test the TM Motors from Italy?
When you get better test out the rmx450z just to see what it's like 👍
I love my 2018 XC-W 300!
Do you like 2 or 4 stroke better
Husky excellent
I have a question, I weigh 140 lbs and am looking for a dirt bike. Should I get a 125 2 stroke? Also does reliability vary a lot between brands?
"Last but not least..."
Well, it kind of is with a top ten list, broseph. 👊✊👊✊
230 Sausage also the least displacement
I guess you have a point there.
Thought the 2017 Sherco ser 300 factory would have made your top ten
Have you ridden the 150 xcw tpi
Great channel to watch I just started riding and want to get my own bike I rode my buddy's Honda 250r which was a bit snappy to ride on the trails we rode on at four peaks here in az if your familiar with the area I'm 6-2 250 looking to buy my first bike I'm thinking a 250 or 300 maybe the Yamaha wr250f any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
do you think that it is important to use premium fuel in bikes or just use unleaded
Top 10 used/budget bikes?
Stephen cr250x or cr250r(the older ones)
So you think that a wr250r is unable to be a way to get into trail riding? (Looking to do Enduro and slow speed/obstacles) fyi I am super new and have a lot to learn.
I know your not really into the bigger bikes but have you ever tested and rode a KTM/husky 500? Maybe a bigger beta?
Yes, I have ridden one. Not enough to do a full test though
Dirt Bike Channel im interested to here your take on one someday! Keep up the good work! Your sag video and tubliss helped a ton.
How much money should i spend on a dirt bike to see if i even enjoy them?
Cool video! How about a detailed video on clutch control
If you or anyone can answer me it would be great, I am looking to buy a bike and I've been riding trial bikes, I want to ride enduro trail. I am 6 feet tall 200ibs roughly and would just like to know what bike would be suitable for my first bike?
Did you do anything to the Yz250x suspension? I have a 2016 Yz250x and I feel like the front forks are a bit stiff/harsh and the rear is quite soft. I weigh 180 lbs btw
Everyone was wondering what in No 1 bike, since you have mention it I just log out
My favorite bike is the rm250
Do you ever want a lower first gear with the XC 300?
Was there much change for a xc250 from 2018 to 2019 ??????