I am 14 and when I turn 15 I will have enough money to purchase a tdub I will learn to ride it legally on my property and when I turn 16 I will get my motorcycle license
That’s awesome and a great idea! I’m exited for you!! Your going to love the bike, and if you have property to ride on that’s even better!! Good luck and if you have any questions let me know I would be happy to answer!! 🏔🌲😃
Continue setting goals for yourself young man but most importantly, you make sure you reach them goals you set an continue on. Save your money always every paycheck, an build your credit up as quickly as possible when your old enough.
I remember getting my first new bike. I was 16 and had worked hard for 2 years at a local dairy before/after school and summers. It was a 1974 Yamaha DT250 and I handed the money to my dad who actually had to sign the paperwork because of my age. The dealer threw in a new helmet. I rode it over to my girlfriends house and we had to beg her mom to let me take her for a short ride ( her mom hated motorcycles) I rode it to my friends house and then home. I got up 3 times that night and went out in the garage and just looked at it. Nothing like a a new shiny, motorcycle.
This is an excellent bike. I find the negative comments funny because those folks have obviously never ridden one up the side of a mountain before, or want it to act like a dirt bike or trials bike. The thing is, the TW200 is a MULE, not a thoroughbred. It's slow and steady and stable. It will carry you, your buddy, and drag a sled full of elk out of the woods with no problem. There is a cult following for a reason, and that's because this little bike is just plain fun.
I couldn’t have said it better myself. It seems as though you either love it or hate it, and I definitely agree that some of the people who dislike this bike have never rode one. Or they compare it to something that it’s not. It’s an absolute tank, not The fastest, not the most agile, but it’ll always take you there. It’s super simple to work on, very friendly for beginners and makes for an amazing motorcycle / companion! 🌲 Great comment ride safe!!
I love mine! It can do something very well that others can't... go slow😂 Dirt bikes are frantic, I think you get a more immersive nature experience on a TW! Big plus is that anyone can learn to ride it in an afternoon too
I'm 65 years old and I can still ride with the best of the young guys ! BUT When I crash it doesn't feel the same as when I was young! It takes me so much longer to get over my pains! The TW 200 is perfect because it keeps me and my wild hair from being stupid. So every time I go out and hit the trails I come back having the best of times But with no injuries. Not just for beginners I can make that bike Go anywhere!
It was base design as a beach bike. Whereby the big fat tyre doesnt stuck on soft sand, earth or ground if speed are constant. I do agreed it look like farm bike too. Cos in Australia like the U.S, farmers do uses atv, quad bike or even tw200 for some cos it not fast but it gets the job done. But we do ride suzuki drz as well though.
You don’t really need a kick starter because it’s only a 200 so just push it or roll it down the hill and pop the clutch. The thing is batteries and starter motors have come light years since the 80s. Reliability isn’t the factor it used to be.
I have a 2005, this bike looks pretty much identical. I had some electrical issues with it but now she's purring like a kitten. I had to solder the stator connectors, remove paint and corrosion from the frame for the voltage rectifier and ignition coil. This bike is quirky but reliable after you understand how she works. Are there more capable bikes? Yes Is the TW200 fun? Yes So far it's my first and only motorcycle and I have had it for 6 years. I'm going to keep it even after I get more bikes. IMO this is the perfect motorcycle to learn on.
That’s completely right, you said it perfectly. It may not be the lightest, or most powerful, and it’s certainly a bit quirky. But it’s a great bike that can last for years and years & bring smiles to the owners faces! That’s interesting about the electrical issues, if anything like that happens to mine I will definitely let my subscribers know! Keep enjoying, and riding safe on your T dubs Thank you for commenting 😄🤘🏼
@@MostroMoto I searched high and low for the info on repairing it. But through trial and error and a service manual I downloaded I figured it out. The T dub is great for learning to ride and repair motorcycles.
Mike Barker Well at least you were able to fix it! Like you said it’s a perfect bike, to not only learn how to ride, but also learn how to maintain a motorcycle.
This has to be the longest running production vehicle ever. It was my first bike at 16 and I'm now 42. Same machine. And my dad had it for a few years before giving to me.
I’ve ALWAYS wanted one of these! Those oversized tires are perfect for my area (powdery silt of the desert) and no-performance/can’t-kill-‘it thumper reminiscent of Honda’s XR 80. You’re making me think about it all over again. Thanks!
Yes get one 😃, it’s a blast! I haven’t had it in sand yet, but I can only imagine that it would be pretty good with that rear tire. I’m glad I’m making you think about it again haha 🤘🏼🔥🏍
So I bought a TW when I got back to riding after a 40 year hiatus a few years ago. I have been through several bikes since then, and currently ride a KTM 690 Enduro R. Having said that, the TW is the ONLY bike where I have experienced seller's remorse. I think about it often and feel quite certain one will be in my future once more. Like they say....more smiles to the mile! They are not wrong!
The KTM Is a Beautiful machine, but that being said I agree that the TW 200 has a special place in my heart as well. Something about it, it’s not trying to prove anything, but it’s always there for you and so reliable. It makes a perfect companion on trail & off trail!
That’s one of the reasons I got it! (Even though I’m not a farmer haha) but if it’s reliable enough for hard use as a agricultural machine then it must be good for me!
Great review! I (Bill) bought a new 2020 in June. I have done a rear rack, bar risers, better pegs, a tach, and more. I absolutely love this bike! It has given me no issues so far. It has around 700 miles on it now. I did my own 600 mile service, and it was simple. I'm sure you'll enjoy yours too! Keep the videos coming! Bill
Hey Bill 👋🏼, those are some good upgrades. I’m looking into bar risers & pegs too! What brand rack did you get? Hopefully going to be doing the 600 miles service this weekend. I’ve got about 410 miles right now! Thank you for watching 😎🙂
I'm happy they don't sell this in Portugal, otherwise I would buy it and at the moment I can't justify it. Had several big bikes but for the past 2 years I've fallen in love with small bikes. Light, economical, easy to repair and loads of fun. I just don't get the thrills from big bikes as I used to, mainly from power and also I don't travel as I used to. I guess everybody has it's own ownership cycles.
I bought one of these in 1987 when I lived in Las Vegas I road it in the desert, the back tire was great for desert riding, my weight was around 140 and mine would go around 65-70 mph but the EPA restrictions wasn’t so bad back then , I loved this bike
I am Japanese. I've been riding a bike in the past, but honestly I wasn't interested in YAMAHA at all. I often see the channels of overseas riders for the past few months. I am very happy that overseas riders like Japanese bikes, and I can see the greatness of YAMAHA in overseas videos. Thank you for a very good video😊
Hey thank you very much, I appreciate the feedback. Yeah, here in the states Yamaha is definitely a really big company, and I think a lot of people respect it. Super reliable brand, putting out good bikes. Thank you for watching! 😄
@@MostroMoto Thank you for your polite explanation. I'm surprised at that fact, but more than that, it conveys your love for YAMAHA 😆 Subscribe to your channel. You enjoy a nice ride.👍️
六子さん/LOCCOsan thank you I appreciate it! I do my best to answer all my comments, and I love talking to all the cool people in the motorcycle community! 😎🔥👍🏼
@@MostroMoto You are wonderful 👍️ I don't have a bike right now, but I'm thinking of having one again someday. By the way, the Bike I was riding was HONDA CBR250RR. Nowadays, I often watch hard enduro videos, but I also watch Bike related videos.
Great video and shout for the TW-200. The TW-200 was my work bike for years. I was task with doing OVH trail surveys and erosion rating/mapping, etc. for Calif State Parks. My issued bike was a TW-200 with racks front and rear to carry gear (GPS, Camera, Measuring Tools, etc.). Great bike. It's what the Honda CT-90 grew up to become as an adult. The battery start let me down a few times, but run and bump works fine. Its uncle is the BW-200 which has ATV tires. They can be a handful in some circumstances. The TW is just right as far as cross-section compromise goes : )
Wow that sounds like a awesome job! That’s super cool that they issue a TW200, goes to show how good the bike is! I’ve never heard of the BW-200, but that sounds interesting. Thanks for sharing that story 😃🏔
Man, I'm checking out a used 1999 one soon. So excited! Seems like the perfect first street bike to move up to after learning on a 125 in the dirt for years.
Congrats on the new bike! My brother and I bought a couple of the 2021’s almost a month ago now. They are a blast. I’ve got just north of 600 on mine so far. My first mods were tusk handguards, Shinko 241 front tire, and jns headlight. The pegs seem fine to me but a lot of people have replaced them. I’m sure you’ve already visited tw200 forum. There’s a wealth of info there.
Thank you!! Oh sweet congratulations on the new bikes, we are all proud owners haha. Yeah I’ve heard about the pegs being a bit small for some people. I don’t mind them too much, but when I go off- roading & need to stand I could definitely see how wider pegs would help out. Potential mod later down the road for me, also how’s the Shinko 241? I was interested in getting one, I haven’t had any issues with my front tire, but I like the more aggressive look of the shinko. So many good people & good forms for the TDUBS it’s awesome. Ride safe thank you for watching & commenting! 😃
Mostro Moto I like the 241. No issues with it at all. To be fair, I changed that tire within a week of getting the bike because I heard so many bad things about the “death wing”.
I bought a 2014 (2700mi) last year from a 73yr old man for $2000. It had all the aftermarket wannabee goodies you can think of on it, including a Clarke 2.8gal tank. I don't want them and have removed some high dollar hand guards, the thick skid plate, bar risers, tiny indicators, large mirrors, on and on all undamaged and complete. If anybody can contact me I will trade it all for a stock skid plate and would like factory original mirrors that I would pay for. I can't take pictures with my phone or dumload any to my very basic laptop. Loved your vid. Very truthful.
At 66, I'm thinking about getting one for putting around. I still have the Super Tenere, but it's a bit big, and tall, for putting around the local trails and dirt roads here. The Ten is a bit tall for trail riding for me.
Yes get one! Haha you won’t be disappointed! For local rides, into town or on the trails this bike is fantastic! Obviously you’re Super Tenere would be better for long distance travel / highway. But the Tw200 is great because it offers a low seat height, light weight & still plenty of off-road capability! I hope you are able to find a good deal on one! Best of luck 😃🌲
So far I've added Tusk Handguards, IMS Superstock Footpegs, and the Tusk Tail Rack. Thought about making my own rack to save a few bucks, but at $120 for the Tusk rack, it is much nicer than what I would have made. Just hit 595 miles today, and doing the 600 mile service myself tomorrow. I also replaced the stock 50 tooth rear sprocket with a 45 tooth, which turned out to be just a bit too far. That will have to go up to a 47 or 48 tooth... haven't decided yet. She's not fast, but you'll get there... no matter where "there" is.
Hey James thank you for commenting. Those are good upgrades. I definitely need to get some hand guards. And I just hit 500 miles on mine today 😄. Good luck with your bike, I am planning on doing some more upgrades soon. 😊 it’s such a fun bike, and so simple it’s perfect
64 yo guy here. I`m currently riding a Suzuki C50 (800cc cruiser)...The TW would be a great 2nd bike because it can go practically anywhere without having to be hauled there ;- )
Absolutely! I probably wouldn’t want it as my only bike unless I lived on a farm or near a lot of trails. But nevertheless it’s a great little machine 😃
I bought the 2 stroke version in 1987. Well kinda it wasn't legal for street use, it looked like yours but no mirrors or signals so I'm not sure what category it fell into but i loved it. It was the 87 IT 200 2 stroke. It was worth every penny and i learned so much riding.
I bought mine new in 1992 and it still runs great with 2000+ miles now in 2021. Riding in loose deep sand is my thing. Sand riding makes the handle bars wobble crazily and the faster you go the more wobble because the front tire grips the loose sand. Leaning back as far as possible and griping the handle bars tightly is the best way to ride and race other vehicles in the sand trails. That fat back tire is why I practically won all the money I paid for my tdub at Pismo Beach back when I bought it 😊. I can beat any other sand vehicle conceivable with my 1992 TW-200 it is designed for the sand and it is the "Sand King!"😆
That’s awesome, I’m glad she’s still running strong. Yeah that back tire grips sand super well. I have only had the opportunity to ride on sand once, but it handled it surprisingly well! 🤘🏼
They are a fun bike, the weight makes it even better in the woods, especially when you get into those narrow trails you thought go forever and suddenly dead end, turn it around is a breeze!!
I just picked mine up here in California on Friday. The dealership had 2 they sold one in two days and I got mines luckily after it was sitting for a week. So happy I pulled the trigger on it.
That’s good to here, I’ve had a couple bikes & I totally agree. The Tdubs is fantastic. And honestly has the best community & a cult of amazing people haha. Thanks for watching 👍🏼🔥
Nice bike. Careful running that regular pump gas though! It's usually an ethanol blend these days, and will gum up a carb QUICK if it sits around. Look specifically for pumps that offer non-ethanol fuel to be on the safe side!
Yeah it’s definitely hard to find that type of gas near me, usually I ride my bikes atleast once a week year round, and if not I make sure to run them a bit. But it’s crazy how quickly that type of gas will gum up if it’s been sitting!
Yeah with all the dealer fees it can be a bit pricey for a new one. Sometimes it’s better to look used. For around 3-4 thousand you can get a lightly used one! I like using Facebook market place because of how simple it is to filter searches. Thanks for commenting 🤘🏼
I bought a WR250R a few years ago due to the rave reviews and wanting a lighter dual sport than my KLR. On hindsight I would have been much better off with a TW. I just wanted to putt around off road (early 50's, done my speedy days) and the WR was just too tall and high strung for me. Lol, dumped the WR in the sand a couple of times just because it was so tall, pretty sure the TW would have just plugged right through that stuff. Ah well, live and learn, lol. Sold the WR and will pick up a TW one of these days, just looking for the right deal as they really hold their prices in these parts.
That’s interesting, the WR 250 was one of the other bikes I was looking at before I picked this one up. But that being said the height on the WR seemed a bit tall for me considering I am about 5’10’’ I hope you’ll be able to pick up a TW for a good price. Thanks for watching 🤘🏼
That 2020 color scheme is pretty cool! Funny thing is I figured out my mileage once and it was 78 mpg on the nose. It goes up and down depending on how you're riding though of course.
Love these simple ride and never die if you do basic maintenance! Not crazy power but will get you 95% of the places you want to take a off road bike. Thanks 👍🏿 the video
That’s for sure! I live in a suburban area, so it’s great to grab some things from the store. But on the weekends I’m able to explore with it, in the woods & off the trail!
@@MostroMoto I worked for the motorcycle training program in my state, we had about 160 TW’s and the same number of Nighthawks, Rebels, GZ’s and now I think they have some Van Van’s, Suzuki’s like the TW . I could build em in my sleep lol
I got mine in mid august and I love it! I changed a bunch of stuff cuz I ride back country roads. I went with a 44 tooth rear and it’s great for what I do. If I want to completely street it, I’d add at 15 tooth front. It’s a wonderful bike. I’d totally recommend one
thanks for the review.... back in the early 70's Yamaha had a few models I believe called DT's - kind of stripped down versions of this one with narrower tires.... they were cool and went anywhere, enjoy your YW 200
Bought my TW back in April, it’s my first bike. I do want something a little more friendly with speed so I can get to the trails in a timely manner 😂 but for now I can just wake up earlier
Brother that was such an enjoyable review to watch. You gave clear and concise information through the whole thing. You can tell you love the bike! I've seen and have subscribed to t dubs kid as well. He's done great things and his videos are great to watch. Keep up the good work you've got a new subscriber
Hey Darrell thank you! Welcome to my channel 😃 The Tdubs is a bike that will forever have a special place in my heart. Thanks for subscribing & if you have any video ideas let me know!
@@MostroMoto hey Mostro you're very welcome. Maybe some video ideas would include showing the bike and how it handles different Trail levels and the abilities of the bike. This may include road travel as well. Since some of the Riders would be using it to commute and have fun on the back roads as well
It's a Trailway my 89 tank has spells it out. In good days and want a part the dealer knows what a Trailway is. Now "What are talking about, O you mean TW 200". And they arn't for sale, most people keep them forever. My bike was at cabin Lick Run Rd, Manhattan Rt 6 since new. Running on gravel sprayed with asphalt. My Sister wanted to sell cabin so I had to bring it home to York, Pa. Now it my main ride, have 1998 Suzuki 800 Intruder & 2021 Juiced Hyperscorpion E-bike that I got after having second stroke at 64 y-old. You didn't mention that front super knobby tire is glued to the road on asphalt. It want to go strait & it takes effort to turn it.
I wish that the new ones spelled out trailway on the tank! TW is cool but I love the name. It’s a great bike for short commuting or exploring! That’s amazing that you have a 89! Old bike but I’m sure she still runs great 😃
The 1st 3 things that you need to get on ATW 200! You need to get new pegs because the ones to come stock are horrible. 2" handlebar risers makes it much easier for standing up riding In the bark busters for your handlebars, to protect your hands in levers. Those are Definitely the 1st Things that need to be replaced in are inexpensive to do and will make your riding experience and handling much better.
Shawn Scrimsher Thank you for all the great comments. Your absolutely right, the bike is for everyone not just beginners. And yes I plan on purchasing hand guards & new pegs. But the bar riser is something I didn’t think of, that’s a really good idea! How is your tw200 doing, any issues?
@@MostroMoto 2019 I've had it since 2018 I have 3900 miles in the thing is ran without any problem, except, the battery died . It was easy enough to push start but I wish I had to kick start. I've looked into the kick start in it looks like it would be about $350 to have it installed. After riding a 1000 miles that's when I decided to put the handlebar risers on it was like night and day
Shawn Scrimsher yes a kick starter is a must! I definitely want to install one. That’s good I’m glad to here you’ve had no problems with it! Best of luck, and once again I really appreciate you commenting! Ride safe 🌲💯
Great review. I’m planning on getting a motorcycle license soon, but here in the UK learners can only use a 125cc until they get a license. I think I’m going to try and get a TW125, then possibly upgrade later on.
It’s a fun bike! It’s inexpensive and cheap to insure, feed and maintain. It doesn’t do anything fantastic if you are looking for high performance but that’s not what it’s made for. I cruise back country roads and like to relax and enjoy the views, that it does easy and you can take it off road where it gets even better. Wonderful bike for anyone that just wants to have fun! Great video!
Sounds like my 99 KLR 250. Dual sporting is awesome. I have had a couple Yamaha's and for what you are using this bike for, it is ideal. Definitely get yourself some bark busters. Not to be confused with the brush guards. My 1st bike was a Yamaha 100 enduro. And I wished I had bark busters back then. Would have saved me dozens of clutch and brake handles. Geared it down for hill climbing mostly. Top speed was 35.. ISH. lol For dual sport of this CC range, 65 MPG and up is right on par. IF you are going to put on accessories, check for spare fuel can rack system. As for what you said about no kick starter.. I agree 100%. Enjoy.
Hey! I try to answer all my comments in a timely manner. I must have never seen yours I apologize about that! Haha yes definitely need to get something to protect my clutch & brake levers! I actually just picked up a rear rack that's compatible with Rotopax. hoping to have it by next week so I can do a video on it! Thanks for checking out my channel, Ride Safe!
Go up one tooth on the front and down one in the rear sprockets and it’s much better on the road you just stay higher in the rpms off-road. The only thing Yamaha did wrong in this from the beginning is that itty bitty tank. Retrofitted a tank from an xt350 without too much trouble just had to make new mounts and color match it up. 3.5 gallons goes a looooooong way in this bike
AL GORITHM Yes I totally agree! The stock tank in my opinion looks better then any aftermarket tank. Some aftermarket tanks don’t look that bad, but I just really like the look of the stock one. I actually looked into Rotopax, seems like a high quality product. Might be worth getting in the future!
I had a tw200 years ago, it's so low geared i never used first so needs a smaller sprocket on the rear if you're going to use it mainly on the road. Mine was a U.S. import in white with a blue seat, great machine just needs another gear.
The gearing on the TW 200 has been pretty good off-road for me. But like you said, I’m road it leaves something to be desired. I plan on changing the sprocket ⚙️ at some point. Hopefully that will help it’s on road performance
Had a TW for many years always wanted just a little more power the 250 motor would be perfect for snow trails up in the hills. The loss of just a few hp makes a huge difference when at altitude.
I totally agree, I love the Tdubs but that’s definitely it’s biggest problem. It could use just a little more power. I’m curious to see if Yamaha releases a 300cc dual sport in the next year to compete with Honda & Kawasaki. Might be a good option!
I have a Honda xr125 and I’m thinking of getting this now. I live in Namibia so dual sports are essential here. If you like exploring you gotta have one
Kick starting a bike looks and feels cool but it’s not really practical anymore, try it on a cold winter morning. If your battery dies you just push start it.
This a great bike. I have a Suzuki Vanvavn, Suzi's counterpart. After many otrher bikes, some of them heavy and/or fast, this is perfecto for me. I do lots of solo road trips, mainly on secondary roads. A pleasurable mini bomb.
Hey thanks for commenting, The Suzuki van van and the TW 200 are definitely very similar. Both very capable machines, that can bring you on many amazing adventures! Thanks for watching 👍🏼
Outstanding review dude! You nailed every aspect of these bikes, and kept your video fun to watch also. I've had 3 TW200s now. 2 back in the mid/late 90s, and just scored another one recently.. The 'new' one - A 2013 w/ only 47 original miles on the clock, so, I felt the same way that you did! Breaking it in has been a pain, but, its still been fun. Up to around 700 miles now. This one's getting set up as a mini-adventure-bike. I'm a lifetime adventurer / photographer of the abandoned, nature, wildlife, etc. so getting out into the middle of nowhere is a must. When it came down to finding another bike, I almost grabbed a Grom to convert to an off-road rig, but, then came to my senses again. haha [I needed something that could also fit in the back of my Honda Element - And the TW200 'Does'] Anyways - I highly Highly HIGHLY Recommend these bikes - For beginner riders to advanced! I've probably ridden over 100 different bikes over the years, and the TW200s are one of my favorites! I'm compiling lists and pics of pieces and parts used to mod/upgrade my bike, and eventually [hopefully sooner than later] I'll be doing a vid and adding it to my channel / playlist.. Just waiting [im]patiently for my Clarke extended capacity [XT350] fuel tank to be made & arrive. Doubling the ride time in between fill ups will be Great. Anyways.. Great job again with this video, and most definitely keep em' coming! Like you mentioned, the TDUBs have a cult following for sure, so we'll all keep tuning in. 🤘😎 Sam -
DirtyDovi Wow, thank you so much Sam. I really appreciate the comment it brings a smile to my face 😊. That sounds like so much fun going out on your TW taking pictures and exploring abandoned places / nature. I will most certainly look into your channel and keep an eye out for that video! I’m actually really curious to see how that larger tank works out, I’ve seen some pictures of them online, and it looks like a good modification for the bike. It’s funny you mention converting a grom, I also looked into doing something like that. I saw pictures of groms with off-road tires and they looked pretty sweet. But practically they don’t have all the features a true dual sport has, but I’m sure a off-road grom would still be able to go on some more basic trails / fire roads. That being said the TW200 doesn’t need a road haha. Anyways I can ramble on and on about these motorcycles. Once again thank you for watching and taking the time to write that comment. I will definitely keep the videos coming! I appreciate the support, good luck with your adventures on your bike. And as always ride safe 🙌🏼🏔
@@MostroMoto Most welcome bro, and stoked to hear that! TDUB exploring and photography definitely is a blast. I've been doing that since the 90s.. Right now, in Upstate NY, I tend to stick around the Montezuma National Wildlife Reserve, and this other insane place I found called Savannah Dhu. Not abandoned, just super cool.. As for abandoned: I run "Abandoned In NY" on Facebook also, so if interested, definitely pop in and check out everyone's posts. It's an awesome group w/ great members! facebook.com/groups/AbandonedNewYork/ Clarke extended capacity tanks - While they're a killer concept and always seem to fit well, there's been a Lot of reports of 'blemish tanks' getting into people's hands.. Same location, IMO I think bad production-molds, but, only for the TW200 model/version. They're hit / miss. I've seen it w/ the black and the white variants.. While they're a bit bigger, I wanted to shoot for a Lot bigger, so, I went XT350 instead.. Those double capacity, and there are no blems. I also went clear/natural for the 'color', so I'll be able to see the fuel level at quick glance. And will probably mount a little LED strip on the backbone, so I can get the tank to 'glow' at night to help with the fuel level visual.. As for the Clarke XT350 tanks going on the TDUBs, they're a super close fit.. Front mount mod and rear mount tab mod is all that's really needed for a flawless fit.. And then maybe some side-plastics modding: Re-shape and/or low-mount. Mio has a great video of her doing the OEM XT350 conversion on her TW, and she does a nice little walk through for people that need to see how it's all done.. th-cam.com/video/KPqlca14mDI/w-d-xo.html Grom conversions - Ah right on man, too funny! Yeah, throwing knobbies on em, and some other odds and ends pretty much turns them into little more than mini / pit bikes, but I suppose for just simple trail trips, they'd work.. That would have made my original plan to throw a bike in my Element, drive to location, unload and then ride to secondary locations - a lot easier.. But, as mentioned.. Only due to quicker loading/unloading.. Going the TW route was DEFINITELY better/smarter! haha Side-Note: I missed out on a motor swapped Grom on Rochester Craigslist that had a 250 Honda enduro motor stuffed into it. That would'a been fun.. You're not kidding! When Doc Brown from Back To The Future said 'Were we're going, we won't need any roads' - He must have been talking about riding his TW! lol I just saw your other vid about recommended gear to rid with.. Niiice! That one reminded me to SUB! I also spotted another comment and the guy is from NY.. You to were talking Ducatis.. We have Fred's Sport Motors in Syracuse - I used to go there a lot to drool.. Sweet Ducatis and Yamahas over there. Killer to hear that you're a fellow NY stater also! Hudson Valley area? Doood.. That's UFO hot-spot area! haha I also know of some caver/explorers out that way. Very cool place! Sam -
DirtyDovi You’ve definitely done your research on the bike / tank options. That’s interesting to here about the blemishes on the tw200 aftermarket tanks. And I love exploring in New York, I actually live in CT but my whole family lives / grew up in New York. The Hudson valley area & Catskills are my favorite places to ride. I would love to take the TW upstate and maybe explore trying to find abandoned places. Maybe one day we can get together and do some exploring with the Tdubs! Thanks for subscribing, best of luck with your channel 😃👍🏼
@@MostroMoto Yessir, I definitely went a little overboard when diving into all of the do's don'ts and possibilities for these bikes. I dig em' that much. [Good thing, that's how I found out about the 'issues' w/ some of the tanks] Exploring NY - Right on man, that's awesome! And CT has some cool spots too! My little sister and her husband now live there! Oh man, ya brought up the Catskills.. I explored Beaverkill, Fishkill, Sullivan County, etc. Lots of abandoned businesses/houses, communities, hotels, motels, resorts, you name it.. Even a castle! haha I/we got access to Dundas Castle in Sullivan County for a day's worth of shooting! It was insane! Checked out Grossinger's Resort - Before it was demo'd. Man, what an amazing area! One of these days - I'll seriously have to compile another consolidated list of places! Especially if you think you might be interested in checking some of them out! That'd be awesome! And on the flip-side, If/when I make it to CT to visit the fam, I'll be sure to let ya know.. I'm sure if I go, I'll bring the TW along with me! Oh! Another place - Look into "Fort Hero" aka "Montauk Air Force Station" - The place is insane! [Same goes for the legends/stories that surround the place] Hey, welcome, and thank you too! 🙂👍 Sam - PS: The places I mentioned in the Catskills - I did a ton of still photography shoots while there.. The photos are in albums on Abandoned In NY - on YT, and I think I also threw them all into a slideshow, and uploaded them here on my channel.. I'm anxious to go back just thinking about it again! 😀
DirtyDovi That’s great I’m gonna look into those places & check out your vids! Yeah definitely hit me up if you come my way. Keep riding the tdubs and never stop exploring 🏔. Thanks for commenting again and giving me all that great information. Ride safe brother! 👍🏼
Replace chain, or adjust it every tank of gas or so. Replace front tire, Shinko 244 is a good choice. And run it ! I had to adjust my valves three times for the exhaust and twice for the intake. After about 1500 miles, they settled down and maintain the correct spec. This is due to the metal Work Hardening a bit. Great bikes !! I love mine, at 57 years old and 265lbs....It gvets me out in the woods better then my legs !
Thanks for the comment, that’s good information about the maintenance. I’m gonna be coming up to it’s first service pretty soon. So I’ll keep in mind what you said about the valves. I appreciate the feedback ride safe 💪🏼
Judd _S Based on forums it seems people are getting around 5k miles on the front & a bit more from the back tire. I still have a long way to go before that, I’m only at 500 miles or so. I’m not sure about the valve question, however Tdubs kid has a great video on how to check them! Great questions I wish I could give you a better answer!
Awesome video, I'm looking at picking one up next spring. I cant wait! My uncle had an early 2000s TW200 and it was an absolute blast to ride. No frills, no worry, easy to control motorcycle that does just about whatever you ask of it. Cant wait to join the club!
Joshua Romo that sounds like a perfect plan dude. You said it exactly... no worry, fun / reliable, cheap to own & a blast 💥. It really is a perfect motorcycle. I own a 2020 Ducati monster 1200s, and I love the thing it’s an amazing bike. But the feeling you get riding a simple machine like the TW200, knowing that it will go anywhere you want is relaxing & exiting all at the same time! Best of luck I hope you get it soon! 😎
my first motorcycle was a Kymco Venox with a 250cc carbureted engine in it. Now got a 14' Stryker, i dont know what it is about the smaller engine motorcycles but theyre so much fun to rip around on. Super forgiving when youre really on the throttle cause they dont have tons of power like that, getting a sportier standard motorcycle this year and just might splurge on a TW200. Rode it once at motorcycle school years ago, it was fun
Hey I’m not to familiar with those bikes I’ll have to Google them. I actually rode a Tw200 in my MSF course as well! It’s so much fun and like you said very forgiving! If your on the fence about getting one I say do it haha
I don't know how it is on the newer models, but on the older ones, you could replace the rear tire with ATV-tires. Save some money on a new rear tire. Also, the gearing on this bike is pretty low, the first gear is about walking speed and since the top speed is low, it should give you an idea of what this bike is about. Think ATV but on two wheels. FortNine did an excellent video on this bike that I can recommend checking out for some history on the bike and amazing videography.
I had an 89 TW200, and I beat the absolute crap out of it for years. It still ran like a tank when I sold it. Now I'm thinking about getting a new one since it was basically indestructible. I really don't like the fact that they did away with the kick though, because the electric start was the only part of the bike I ever had a problem with.
Hey, so to start off... you know you want one... so you should totally get one hahah. Also I agree 100% with you. I wish they kept the OEM kick starter on the bike. I know you can buy the parts & install one but having it straight from the factory would have been really nice. They add to the reliability of the bike, essentially making the bike purely mechanical not relying on any electronics! Thank you for watching & great comment. But yeah definitely get one 😃🌲🏍
Hey now! Sorry to sound dumb but if the ignition is glitchy ( & no kick starter), can't you just push the thing along & jump on to fire the engine? Classic jump start? Been years since I rode I'm thinking about buying one of these to putter away in retirement haha
I have a 95 model TW and absolutely love it, I use it for getting into those out of the way places with my metal detector prospecting for gold. If Yamaha would release them back into Australia I would be right there to by myself a nice shiny new one Love Them ☝️🇦🇺👍
I’ve had one for almost 3 years , I also own a Suzuki V Strom and a DR 650se , honestly I spend more time and have more fun on my TW . Although if I had to have only one bike it would be the DR.
The Tdubs is a great second bike in my opinion. Having the Dr for longer trips and adventures is great. Then taking the Tdubs out for smaller trips. I’ve been looking at a DRZ400 😅
I have 2016 Tdub I love it! I probably spent 1000 dollars in upgrades because I can .It's so easy to work on I've done all my own maintenance and upgrades.
Hey thanks for commenting, I have seen / heard about pro cycle but I haven’t ordered anything from them yet. I’m happy to here that they are a good site to order from. I really like the DG exhaust from watching Tdubs kid, but I don’t want it to be too loud (I live close to my neighbors) is it super load or reasonable hahah?
Anybody that likes bikes will tell you this TW200 will be the first of many bikes. I’m in my seventies the following is a list of bikes I’ve owned. Honda 55,Honda 160cc scrambler,Yamaha TY250 ,IT175 YAMAHA,Honda 650 road bike,Yamaha 750 shaft drive road bike,TW200,Yamaha cruiser style 650 shaft drive,Dt175 Yamaha,Suzuki 250 dual sport Suzuki 350 Dual Sport,KTM 450 EXC dual sport (sort of,licensed) then swapped to the 525 Cylinder,added auto Clutch,suspension upgrade, along the way a Polaris 250 four wheeler,a Honda 350 rancher four wheeler,a Yamaha grizzlies four wheeler,Polaris 800 Ranger side by side,Polaris 900 Ranger side by side, I might have missed a few along the way... it’s a little nuts I know. I think I’m done finally with bikes. Well I am thinking about an electric bicycle in the 750 watt range with the four inch wide tires. Good riding to you all!
That’s definitely a big list of bikes & vehicles! Motorcycling is a great hobby in my opinion, it has so much variety to it. So many bikes, brands, models to choose from. If only it wasn’t such a expensive hobby… 😃
We all appreciate your effort to record and ride,but please keep both hands on bars (remember @ 4:33- 4:36 "oh, pretty bumpy there") so we can enjoy more of these videos:) ride safe
So true the ultimate apocalypse motorcycle! I was also looking into the XT 250 that’s also a great bike. So reliable, and simple, also the extra cc must be nice haha. Thanks for watching 😎
@@motoknivesandgunsbyjt You have been watching too much Moto GP, at STREET LEGAL speed limits their is absolutely no reason or purpose to hang off of a motorcycle going around a corner unless you are just trying to be a "look at me" poser.
@@billwiley7216 and you obviously have never taken a motorcycle class and have no idea how to maximize the effectiveness of your bike or how to do emergency maneuvers.
@@motoknivesandgunsbyjt I'm little late to the party but Bill is correct. Most all of your MSF instructors and many TH-cam coaches, including but not limited to, Motojutsu, Canyon riders and MC Rider agree with him. I'm a sport bike guy and I used to think I had to move my ass off the seat. I know now that I dont.
Definitely worth saving up for, it’s a great bike that you can use for a long time. Especially if you have dirt roads near you you’ll never get bored of it
Cafe bikes are awesome, they have amazing style. This bike is also super unique, and I’ve seen some people convert these into a scrambler (they look sweet). Thanks for watching! 🏍
hey unfortunately we stopped getting here in Australia around 2006 , which i have a ride one , i would love to get hold over a new one here .cheers Steve /Australia
Steve thanks for the comment, I’ve actually had a couple different people mention to me that the bike isn’t sold where they live. That’s such a bummer to here, I wonder why Yamaha does that 😫. Thanks for watching, ride safe 😊
I like my 2015. It’s been a lot of fun. Yamaha got it as good as it can be just the way it is for the most part. I would say don’t bother with the higher ratio (45t sprocket for example), it just doesn’t have the power to pull any kind of grade, even with the factory 50t. The engine can rev well tho. I put on a sun star 55t rear sprocket and it can hold 55 on a fair highway grade with out cost to high end speed (65 mph usually) and climb off road batter as well. I have also travelled many miles with a passenger (me 200 lbs, passenger 130 lbs) and it didn’t take much more power from it at all surprisingly. I now have a XR650L that is a lot better suited for more serious rides, however, I cannot part with the TW200. Their is just something about its playful nature . It is now the daily commuter to the vanpool during the week and a ride into town when the weather if fair and not too cold. I always look forward to the fun run down the road.
Oh okay thank you for that advice. I’m certainly looking into getting a sprocket upgrade so I’ll definitely keep that in mind. I’m glad you aren’t getting rid of it! I know it’s not the best on the highway but it has so much character! Thanks for watching 😃
Your review was so good in watched it twice! I'm convinced. Going to get one tomorrow. The best OTD here in California I can find is $6200. Ouch!! Is it really worth it? Thanks
Robert Young Haha man thank you I’m super happy to here that. Out the door that’s a little higher then normal, did they add an extended warranty into that price? All dealerships are different & tax is different in each state, so it’s possible. But if you plan on keeping the bike and riding a lot I would say hell yeah it’s worth it! The bike will take you anywhere and last you years with very little maintenance. The places you will find yourself exploring with the Tdubs and the memories you’ll make meeting new riders in my opinion are worth every penny! Best of luck, and congratulations!! 🤘🏼🏔🌲 Thank you for watching and commenting always makes me happy to here people like my videos 😃. Ride safe on your newTDUBS!!
I own a road king and a 77kz and at 55 years old I would sell the harley and the kawi but never my 2006 blue tw that I own, it's just to much fun ,and I'm only getting older ,because that said a biker always a biker, enjoy your bike, and don't go faster on a motorcycle than your angel can fly
Hey man, I really appreciate the comment. And that’s good to know that even with those awesome bikes you’ve got, you still love your TW200! Goes to show how good the bike really is. Thanks for watching, and remember your not getting older, your just getting more experienced! 😃🌲. Ride safe!
I rode my daughter with me,two of us weighed about 360 lbs but we could still do 50 on pavement and still carried 20 lbs of supplies while on a campout.........
Hey! I just bought a 2012 Tw200 for my first motorcycle! I’m super excited! She drives very nice, my only concern is not having a tachometer. Any advice to know how fast you can push the bike in all the gears? Like what the max speed for gear 1,2,3,4,5 is?
I am 14 and when I turn 15 I will have enough money to purchase a tdub I will learn to ride it legally on my property and when I turn 16 I will get my motorcycle license
That’s awesome and a great idea! I’m exited for you!! Your going to love the bike, and if you have property to ride on that’s even better!! Good luck and if you have any questions let me know I would be happy to answer!! 🏔🌲😃
@@MostroMoto I definitely will not be afraid to ask any questions thank you for being so supportive, the tdubs cult is growing lol!
Yeah absolutely! Thanks for watching long live the Tdubs!
Good for you young man, doing the right way.
Continue setting goals for yourself young man but most importantly, you make sure you reach them goals you set an continue on. Save your money always every paycheck, an build your credit up as quickly as possible when your old enough.
I remember getting my first new bike. I was 16 and had worked hard for 2 years at a local dairy before/after school and summers. It was a 1974 Yamaha DT250 and I handed the money to my dad who actually had to sign the paperwork because of my age. The dealer threw in a new helmet. I rode it over to my girlfriends house and we had to beg her mom to let me take her for a short ride ( her mom hated motorcycles) I rode it to my friends house and then home. I got up 3 times that night and went out in the garage and just looked at it. Nothing like a a new shiny, motorcycle.
I love that story, nothing like a new motorcycle that’s for sure 🏍. They bring great memories that last a lifetime I’m sure! Thanks for sharing 🙂
@@MostroMoto Good luck on the TW
@@weirdshibainu thank you! 🤘🏼
ILOVED my T Dub !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! never should have sold it.....
I did the same thing with my 82 vette when i got it.......
This is an excellent bike. I find the negative comments funny because those folks have obviously never ridden one up the side of a mountain before, or want it to act like a dirt bike or trials bike. The thing is, the TW200 is a MULE, not a thoroughbred. It's slow and steady and stable. It will carry you, your buddy, and drag a sled full of elk out of the woods with no problem. There is a cult following for a reason, and that's because this little bike is just plain fun.
I couldn’t have said it better myself. It seems as though you either love it or hate it, and I definitely agree that some of the people who dislike this bike have never rode one. Or they compare it to something that it’s not. It’s an absolute tank, not The fastest, not the most agile, but it’ll always take you there. It’s super simple to work on, very friendly for beginners and makes for an amazing motorcycle / companion! 🌲 Great comment ride safe!!
@@gofull123 so true, it just keeps pushing through everything! I also love the XT 250, they are great bikes 👍🏼
I love mine! It can do something very well that others can't... go slow😂 Dirt bikes are frantic, I think you get a more immersive nature experience on a TW! Big plus is that anyone can learn to ride it in an afternoon too
@@ebenrootman9694 I agree, on my Ducati riding fast is always great. But going a bit slower and really enjoying the ride / nature is priceless!
This man knows!
I'm 65 years old and I can still ride with the best of the young guys ! BUT When I crash it doesn't feel the same as when I was young! It takes me so much longer to get over my pains! The TW 200 is perfect because it keeps me and my wild hair from being stupid. So every time I go out and hit the trails I come back having the best of times But with no injuries. Not just for beginners I can make that bike Go anywhere!
@Jack Amberson I believe he said in the video around $4700.00.
Jack Amberson hey Jack, msrp is $4,699, out the door depending on tax & fees probably looking around 5,500 or so
@@MostroMoto If you know somebody that's a dealer invoice is around $3,620
Shawn Scrimsher Man that’s a really good price, I wish I got mine for that hahah
@@MostroMoto That's what I paid for my 2019. Plus tax and license.
I've heard that the original Yamaha design documents categorized the TW200 as "farm equipment," which speaks to the character of this bike.
Yes haha it’s an agricultural machine! I think that’s awesome 😃 🚜
It was base design as a beach bike. Whereby the big fat tyre doesnt stuck on soft sand, earth or ground if speed are constant. I do agreed it look like farm bike too. Cos in Australia like the U.S, farmers do uses atv, quad bike or even tw200 for some cos it not fast but it gets the job done. But we do ride suzuki drz as well though.
Translation in a number of states: "fu officer I dont need a license to drive this thing"
Even if you don’t have kick starter. And battery goes down , just run and push it and put into 2nd gear and it should start.
goes for every bike, it works on my gsxs125(fuel injection)
Unless it decides to die in an inconvenient spot .. which is were it will die cause no kickstart
This method works with a manual M3 as well... with 1 or 2 people pushing it 😁
Honda still sells the kickstarter oem part
so crazy to see this still produced. im almost 50 now and i remember these when i was young. next level bold new graphics updates
I know, it is really impressive for a company to have a product that’s lasted this long. Now company’s change there products every two years haha
As someone born in 1987, I take offence to your comment! 🤣🤣🤣 almost 50?? 😤
@@I_Santos_ im almost 50, as in me. not the bike.
@@stussels well look who can’t read 🙄😂. Yup, your comment makes sense and I was just too tired to read it correctly. Carry on, haha
@@I_Santos_ hahah
You don’t really need a kick starter because it’s only a 200 so just push it or roll it down the hill and pop the clutch. The thing is batteries and starter motors have come light years since the 80s. Reliability isn’t the factor it used to be.
I have a 2005, this bike looks pretty much identical. I had some electrical issues with it but now she's purring like a kitten. I had to solder the stator connectors, remove paint and corrosion from the frame for the voltage rectifier and ignition coil. This bike is quirky but reliable after you understand how she works. Are there more capable bikes? Yes Is the TW200 fun? Yes So far it's my first and only motorcycle and I have had it for 6 years. I'm going to keep it even after I get more bikes. IMO this is the perfect motorcycle to learn on.
That’s completely right, you said it perfectly. It may not be the lightest, or most powerful, and it’s certainly a bit quirky. But it’s a great bike that can last for years and years & bring smiles to the owners faces! That’s interesting about the electrical issues, if anything like that happens to mine I will definitely let my subscribers know!
Keep enjoying, and riding safe on your T dubs
Thank you for commenting 😄🤘🏼
@@MostroMoto I searched high and low for the info on repairing it. But through trial and error and a service manual I downloaded I figured it out. The T dub is great for learning to ride and repair motorcycles.
Mike Barker Well at least you were able to fix it! Like you said it’s a perfect bike, to not only learn how to ride, but also learn how to maintain a motorcycle.
This has to be the longest running production vehicle ever. It was my first bike at 16 and I'm now 42. Same machine. And my dad had it for a few years before giving to me.
That’s awesome! Yeah and basically unchanged from the original design in 87’. If it ain’t broke don’t fit it I guess haha
Pw50 has been around longer i think
Honda cub, waaayyyy longer
@@DefiantKMYKE Such a classic & amazing machine. Also a big part of Hondas history!
I’ve ALWAYS wanted one of these! Those oversized tires are perfect for my area (powdery silt of the desert) and no-performance/can’t-kill-‘it thumper reminiscent of Honda’s XR 80. You’re making me think about it all over again.
Thanks!
Yes get one 😃, it’s a blast! I haven’t had it in sand yet, but I can only imagine that it would be pretty good with that rear tire. I’m glad I’m making you think about it again haha 🤘🏼🔥🏍
So I bought a TW when I got back to riding after a 40 year hiatus a few years ago. I have been through several bikes since then, and currently ride a KTM 690 Enduro R. Having said that, the TW is the ONLY bike where I have experienced seller's remorse. I think about it often and feel quite certain one will be in my future once more. Like they say....more smiles to the mile! They are not wrong!
The KTM Is a Beautiful machine, but that being said I agree that the TW 200 has a special place in my heart as well. Something about it, it’s not trying to prove anything, but it’s always there for you and so reliable. It makes a perfect companion on trail & off trail!
It's a farmer bike.
Easy to use
Easy to repair
Easy on the farm ground.
A lot of farmers have them for those reason.
That’s one of the reasons I got it! (Even though I’m not a farmer haha) but if it’s reliable enough for hard use as a agricultural machine then it must be good for me!
Great review!
I (Bill) bought a new 2020 in June. I have done a rear rack, bar risers, better pegs, a tach, and more. I absolutely love this bike! It has given me no issues so far. It has around 700 miles on it now. I did my own 600 mile service, and it was simple.
I'm sure you'll enjoy yours too!
Keep the videos coming!
Bill
Hey Bill 👋🏼, those are some good upgrades. I’m looking into bar risers & pegs too! What brand rack did you get? Hopefully going to be doing the 600 miles service this weekend. I’ve got about 410 miles right now! Thank you for watching 😎🙂
I'm happy they don't sell this in Portugal, otherwise I would buy it and at the moment I can't justify it. Had several big bikes but for the past 2 years I've fallen in love with small bikes. Light, economical, easy to repair and loads of fun. I just don't get the thrills from big bikes as I used to, mainly from power and also I don't travel as I used to. I guess everybody has it's own ownership cycles.
This was my MSF course bike. I will always love this thing.
I also took my MSF course on this bike! Perfect machine for the course, light and nimble, and low to the ground!
The classic look of these is what makes it so popular. 👌🏽 Im picking one up in the spring.
That’s definitely true, very unique looking bike. I’m sure you can’t wait to pick it up! Spring will be a perfect time to get a new bike ☀️🏍
I bought one of these in 1987 when I lived in Las Vegas I road it in the desert, the back tire was great for desert riding, my weight was around 140 and mine would go around 65-70 mph but the EPA restrictions wasn’t so bad back then , I loved this bike
That’s awesome, the good ol times! Thanks for watching 😃
I think 72 was max on mine, but I was always wanting 6th gear on it.
I am Japanese. I've been riding a bike in the past,
but honestly I wasn't interested in YAMAHA at all.
I often see the channels of overseas riders for the past few months.
I am very happy that overseas riders like Japanese bikes,
and I can see the greatness of YAMAHA in overseas videos.
Thank you for a very good video😊
Hey thank you very much, I appreciate the feedback. Yeah, here in the states Yamaha is definitely a really big company, and I think a lot of people respect it. Super reliable brand, putting out good bikes. Thank you for watching! 😄
@@MostroMoto Thank you for your polite explanation.
I'm surprised at that fact, but more than that, it conveys your love for YAMAHA 😆
Subscribe to your channel. You enjoy a nice ride.👍️
六子さん/LOCCOsan thank you I appreciate it! I do my best to answer all my comments, and I love talking to all the cool people in the motorcycle community! 😎🔥👍🏼
@@MostroMoto You are wonderful 👍️
I don't have a bike right now, but I'm thinking of having one again someday.
By the way, the Bike I was riding was HONDA CBR250RR. Nowadays, I often watch hard enduro videos, but I also watch Bike related videos.
Oh okay yeah definitely get another bike haha! I have a sports bike & obviously the TW, but I watch all sorts of bike related videos
Great video and shout for the TW-200. The TW-200 was my work bike for years. I was task with doing OVH trail surveys and erosion rating/mapping, etc. for Calif State Parks. My issued bike was a TW-200 with racks front and rear to carry gear (GPS, Camera, Measuring Tools, etc.). Great bike. It's what the Honda CT-90 grew up to become as an adult. The battery start let me down a few times, but run and bump works fine.
Its uncle is the BW-200 which has ATV tires. They can be a handful in some circumstances. The TW is just right as far as cross-section compromise goes : )
Wow that sounds like a awesome job! That’s super cool that they issue a TW200, goes to show how good the bike is! I’ve never heard of the BW-200, but that sounds interesting. Thanks for sharing that story 😃🏔
I love mine! And it is like a Cult, since they have been out since 1987.
Shawn Scrimsher It’s amazing, it’s awesome seeing just how many people have / or have had these little tanks!!
Man, I'm checking out a used 1999 one soon. So excited! Seems like the perfect first street bike to move up to after learning on a 125 in the dirt for years.
Definitely a fun dual sport motorcycle! And what’s great about it is no matter what year you get it’s basically exactly the same 😃
Congrats on the new bike! My brother and I bought a couple of the 2021’s almost a month ago now. They are a blast. I’ve got just north of 600 on mine so far. My first mods were tusk handguards, Shinko 241 front tire, and jns headlight. The pegs seem fine to me but a lot of people have replaced them. I’m sure you’ve already visited tw200 forum. There’s a wealth of info there.
Thank you!! Oh sweet congratulations on the new bikes, we are all proud owners haha. Yeah I’ve heard about the pegs being a bit small for some people. I don’t mind them too much, but when I go off- roading & need to stand I could definitely see how wider pegs would help out. Potential mod later down the road for me, also how’s the Shinko 241? I was interested in getting one, I haven’t had any issues with my front tire, but I like the more aggressive look of the shinko. So many good people & good forms for the TDUBS it’s awesome. Ride safe thank you for watching & commenting! 😃
Mostro Moto I like the 241. No issues with it at all. To be fair, I changed that tire within a week of getting the bike because I heard so many bad things about the “death wing”.
I bought a 2014 (2700mi) last year from a 73yr old man for $2000. It had all the aftermarket wannabee goodies you can think of on it, including a Clarke 2.8gal tank. I don't want them and have removed some high dollar hand guards, the thick skid plate, bar risers, tiny indicators, large mirrors, on and on all undamaged and complete. If anybody can contact me I will trade it all for a stock skid plate and would like factory original mirrors that I would pay for. I can't take pictures with my phone or dumload any to my very basic laptop. Loved your vid. Very truthful.
Hey thanks for watching! Good luck with your bike, hopefully you can get those parts sold! Best of luck 😃
@@MostroMoto Those parts are free !
At 66, I'm thinking about getting one for putting around. I still have the Super Tenere, but it's a bit big, and tall, for putting around the local trails and dirt roads here. The Ten is a bit tall for trail riding for me.
Yes get one! Haha you won’t be disappointed! For local rides, into town or on the trails this bike is fantastic! Obviously you’re Super Tenere would be better for long distance travel / highway. But the Tw200 is great because it offers a low seat height, light weight & still plenty of off-road capability! I hope you are able to find a good deal on one! Best of luck 😃🌲
So far I've added Tusk Handguards, IMS Superstock Footpegs, and the Tusk Tail Rack. Thought about making my own rack to save a few bucks, but at $120 for the Tusk rack, it is much nicer than what I would have made. Just hit 595 miles today, and doing the 600 mile service myself tomorrow.
I also replaced the stock 50 tooth rear sprocket with a 45 tooth, which turned out to be just a bit too far. That will have to go up to a 47 or 48 tooth... haven't decided yet.
She's not fast, but you'll get there... no matter where "there" is.
Hey James thank you for commenting. Those are good upgrades. I definitely need to get some hand guards. And I just hit 500 miles on mine today 😄. Good luck with your bike, I am planning on doing some more upgrades soon. 😊 it’s such a fun bike, and so simple it’s perfect
64 yo guy here. I`m currently riding a Suzuki C50 (800cc cruiser)...The TW would be a great 2nd bike because it can go practically anywhere without having to be hauled there ;- )
Absolutely! I probably wouldn’t want it as my only bike unless I lived on a farm or near a lot of trails. But nevertheless it’s a great little machine 😃
I bought the 2 stroke version in 1987. Well kinda it wasn't legal for street use, it looked like yours but no mirrors or signals so I'm not sure what category it fell into but i loved it. It was the 87 IT 200 2 stroke. It was worth every penny and i learned so much riding.
I bought mine new in 1992 and it still runs great with 2000+ miles now in 2021. Riding in loose deep sand is my thing. Sand riding makes the handle bars wobble crazily and the faster you go the more wobble because the front tire grips the loose sand. Leaning back as far as possible and griping the handle bars tightly is the best way to ride and race other vehicles in the sand trails. That fat back tire is why I practically won all the money I paid for my tdub at Pismo Beach back when I bought it 😊. I can beat any other sand vehicle conceivable with my 1992 TW-200 it is designed for the sand and it is the "Sand King!"😆
That’s awesome, I’m glad she’s still running strong. Yeah that back tire grips sand super well. I have only had the opportunity to ride on sand once, but it handled it surprisingly well! 🤘🏼
best footage yet, can’t wait for the next video 👍🏼
Thank you! 🔥
I didn't like that new color at first but it's starting to grow on me! Wish they still made the blue like TDUBS KID bike!!!!
Yeah the color has definitely grown on me too! And I know the classic Yamaha blue is hard to beat! Thanks for watching 😊🔥
yeah,mine was white with blue accents,much prettier..............
They are a fun bike, the weight makes it even better in the woods, especially when you get into those narrow trails you thought go forever and suddenly dead end, turn it around is a breeze!!
That’s so true! I can even pick up the back end of the bike and swing it around if I need too! It’s a perfect bike for exploring off road & off trail
nice! you do still have a second option if the battery goes dead, you can push start it. Since the bike is fairly light you can get a good quick push.
Definitely, I haven’t actually tried it yet, but I’m sure it wouldn’t be to hard with its light weight and smaller engine
I just picked mine up here in California on Friday. The dealership had 2 they sold one in two days and I got mines luckily after it was sitting for a week. So happy I pulled the trigger on it.
TW was made for Texas. I briefly floated mine when the San Jacinto got too deep - great bike.
Boomer Haha I know the bike is build tough. Thanks for watching ride safe man! 🤘🏼
Than it's good enough for Bastrop. Sold!
@@yamahasuperbike2202 hahah
got an 06. 13000km and still going strong. Love it to death!
212driller Man that’s great, you really ride that thing! happy to here the engines staying strong 😃. Ride safe, thanks for commenting!
The kickstarter CAN be added to the newer bikes. The hole is still there, remove the plug and install a factory part.
Yup, I had a 2008 and the previous owner had the kick starter in a box. He never installed it, but it was there.
I have owned all types. The Tdub is the most fun bike I ever had.
That’s good to here, I’ve had a couple bikes & I totally agree. The Tdubs is fantastic. And honestly has the best community & a cult of amazing people haha. Thanks for watching 👍🏼🔥
Nice bike. Careful running that regular pump gas though! It's usually an ethanol blend these days, and will gum up a carb QUICK if it sits around. Look specifically for pumps that offer non-ethanol fuel to be on the safe side!
Yeah it’s definitely hard to find that type of gas near me, usually I ride my bikes atleast once a week year round, and if not I make sure to run them a bit. But it’s crazy how quickly that type of gas will gum up if it’s been sitting!
that is why i use Premium gas as it has no ethanol in it
Love these TW200...I just wish the 1987 looks matched the 1987 price. $5k seems a bit expensive for what it is :(
Yeah with all the dealer fees it can be a bit pricey for a new one. Sometimes it’s better to look used. For around 3-4 thousand you can get a lightly used one! I like using Facebook market place because of how simple it is to filter searches. Thanks for commenting 🤘🏼
The Alpha Matt haha a tw300 would be great!
Made in Japan ... cost more than Brazil.
5K is way too much money for that little bike
Unfortunately there selling so there gonna get what they can I still can't afford used one pretty sad really.
I bought a WR250R a few years ago due to the rave reviews and wanting a lighter dual sport than my KLR. On hindsight I would have been much better off with a TW. I just wanted to putt around off road (early 50's, done my speedy days) and the WR was just too tall and high strung for me. Lol, dumped the WR in the sand a couple of times just because it was so tall, pretty sure the TW would have just plugged right through that stuff.
Ah well, live and learn, lol. Sold the WR and will pick up a TW one of these days, just looking for the right deal as they really hold their prices in these parts.
That’s interesting, the WR 250 was one of the other bikes I was looking at before I picked this one up. But that being said the height on the WR seemed a bit tall for me considering I am about 5’10’’ I hope you’ll be able to pick up a TW for a good price. Thanks for watching 🤘🏼
That 2020 color scheme is pretty cool! Funny thing is I figured out my mileage once and it was 78 mpg on the nose. It goes up and down depending on how you're riding though of course.
The color on the bike looks great, and the MPG is certainly awesome on the Tdubs! ⛽️
Love these simple ride and never die if you do basic maintenance! Not crazy power but will get you 95% of the places you want to take a off road bike. Thanks 👍🏿 the video
I totally agree, simple reliable is the best! Thanks for watching, and the nice comment 😃
One heck of a great utility bike, has been for 33 years. And a perfect little corner store ride too.
That’s for sure! I live in a suburban area, so it’s great to grab some things from the store. But on the weekends I’m able to explore with it, in the woods & off the trail!
@@MostroMoto I worked for the motorcycle training program in my state, we had about 160 TW’s and the same number of Nighthawks, Rebels, GZ’s and now I think they have some Van Van’s, Suzuki’s like the TW . I could build em in my sleep lol
@@deborahchesser7375 That's awesome they are all great little machines!
@@MostroMoto thanks buddy 👍
The Tdub is a phenomenal machine. I always see a pack of Tdub riders at Moab and you'd be surprised what these 200s can do!
I totally agree! I would love to be able to go to A even like that one day 🏔. Thanks for watching 😃
It needs a 300cc 6 speed, discs on the back, upside down front forks, little higher seat height. Great looking bike with good review ,cheers.
That would probably be one of my favorite motorcycles!
Good review glad you like it.
IMHO as an old trials rider ,250 was and is always the best off roader capacity 278lbs is a tad heavy weight
Thanks for the comment, yeah that bit of extra power would certainly be nice. But I think it makes up for it with the fat tire, & low seat height!
I got mine in mid august and I love it! I changed a bunch of stuff cuz I ride back country roads. I went with a 44 tooth rear and it’s great for what I do. If I want to completely street it, I’d add at 15 tooth front. It’s a wonderful bike. I’d totally recommend one
That’s great, I want to do the sprocket change as well. I love the TW it’s a blast. Ride safe thanks for watching 😊
thanks for the review.... back in the early 70's Yamaha had a few models I believe called DT's - kind of stripped down versions of this one with narrower tires.... they were cool and went anywhere, enjoy your YW 200
That’s kick ass, this bike will certainly take you anywhere. Thanks for the comment 🤘🏼
My TW isn't my only bike, I'd never have one as an only bike, but I'll never be without it in my stable. Every motorcyclist should have a TW.
It’s so hard to just have one bike haha 😂
I'm looking to get one I have a 2019 xt250 going to be nice to switch it up every other day.
@@ER-df8vx that’s awesome! I also really like the xt250, they are both great bikes 😃
Bought my TW back in April, it’s my first bike. I do want something a little more friendly with speed so I can get to the trails in a timely manner 😂 but for now I can just wake up earlier
Brother that was such an enjoyable review to watch. You gave clear and concise information through the whole thing. You can tell you love the bike! I've seen and have subscribed to t dubs kid as well. He's done great things and his videos are great to watch. Keep up the good work you've got a new subscriber
Hey Darrell thank you! Welcome to my channel 😃 The Tdubs is a bike that will forever have a special place in my heart. Thanks for subscribing & if you have any video ideas let me know!
@@MostroMoto hey Mostro you're very welcome. Maybe some video ideas would include showing the bike and how it handles different Trail levels and the abilities of the bike. This may include road travel as well. Since some of the Riders would be using it to commute and have fun on the back roads as well
It's a Trailway my 89 tank has spells it out. In good days and want a part the dealer knows what a Trailway is. Now "What are talking about, O you mean TW 200". And they arn't for sale, most people keep them forever. My bike was at cabin Lick Run Rd, Manhattan Rt 6 since new. Running on gravel sprayed with asphalt. My Sister wanted to sell cabin so I had to bring it home to York, Pa. Now it my main ride, have 1998 Suzuki 800 Intruder & 2021 Juiced Hyperscorpion E-bike that I got after having second stroke at 64 y-old. You didn't mention that front super knobby tire is glued to the road on asphalt. It want to go strait & it takes effort to turn it.
I wish that the new ones spelled out trailway on the tank! TW is cool but I love the name. It’s a great bike for short commuting or exploring! That’s amazing that you have a 89! Old bike but I’m sure she still runs great 😃
The 1st 3 things that you need to get on ATW 200! You need to get new pegs because the ones to come stock are horrible. 2" handlebar risers makes it much easier for standing up riding In the bark busters for your handlebars, to protect your hands in levers. Those are Definitely the 1st Things that need to be replaced in are inexpensive to do and will make your riding experience and handling much better.
Shawn Scrimsher Thank you for all the great comments. Your absolutely right, the bike is for everyone not just beginners. And yes I plan on purchasing hand guards & new pegs. But the bar riser is something I didn’t think of, that’s a really good idea! How is your tw200 doing, any issues?
@@MostroMoto 2019 I've had it since 2018 I have 3900 miles in the thing is ran without any problem, except, the battery died . It was easy enough to push start but I wish I had to kick start. I've looked into the kick start in it looks like it would be about $350 to have it installed. After riding a 1000 miles that's when I decided to put the handlebar risers on it was like night and day
Shawn Scrimsher yes a kick starter is a must! I definitely want to install one. That’s good I’m glad to here you’ve had no problems with it! Best of luck, and once again I really appreciate you commenting! Ride safe 🌲💯
Great review. I’m planning on getting a motorcycle license soon, but here in the UK learners can only use a 125cc until they get a license. I think I’m going to try and get a TW125, then possibly upgrade later on.
Yeah definitely do that, that’s interesting how they structure the license system. But yeah any bike you can get your hands on is better then nothing!
It’s a fun bike! It’s inexpensive and cheap to insure, feed and maintain. It doesn’t do anything fantastic if you are looking for high performance but that’s not what it’s made for. I cruise back country roads and like to relax and enjoy the views, that it does easy and you can take it off road where it gets even better. Wonderful bike for anyone that just wants to have fun! Great video!
Sounds like my 99 KLR 250. Dual sporting is awesome. I have had a couple Yamaha's and for what you are using this bike for, it is ideal. Definitely get yourself some bark busters. Not to be confused with the brush guards. My 1st bike was a Yamaha 100 enduro. And I wished I had bark busters back then. Would have saved me dozens of clutch and brake handles. Geared it down for hill climbing mostly. Top speed was 35.. ISH. lol For dual sport of this CC range, 65 MPG and up is right on par. IF you are going to put on accessories, check for spare fuel can rack system. As for what you said about no kick starter.. I agree 100%. Enjoy.
Hey! I try to answer all my comments in a timely manner. I must have never seen yours I apologize about that! Haha yes definitely need to get something to protect my clutch & brake levers! I actually just picked up a rear rack that's compatible with Rotopax. hoping to have it by next week so I can do a video on it! Thanks for checking out my channel, Ride Safe!
Go up one tooth on the front and down one in the rear sprockets and it’s much better on the road you just stay higher in the rpms off-road. The only thing Yamaha did wrong in this from the beginning is that itty bitty tank. Retrofitted a tank from an xt350 without too much trouble just had to make new mounts and color match it up. 3.5 gallons goes a looooooong way in this bike
A bigger tank would be sooo nice, you could go anywhere without worrying ⛽️
AL GORITHM Yes I totally agree! The stock tank in my opinion looks better then any aftermarket tank. Some aftermarket tanks don’t look that bad, but I just really like the look of the stock one. I actually looked into Rotopax, seems like a high quality product. Might be worth getting in the future!
I had a tw200 years ago, it's so low geared i never used first so needs a smaller sprocket on the rear if you're going to use it mainly on the road. Mine was a U.S. import in white with a blue seat, great machine just needs another gear.
The gearing on the TW 200 has been pretty good off-road for me. But like you said, I’m road it leaves something to be desired. I plan on changing the sprocket ⚙️ at some point. Hopefully that will help it’s on road performance
Going to a 48t is 🤙🤙🤙🤙 Perfection
Had a TW for many years always wanted just a little more power the 250 motor would be perfect for snow trails up in the hills. The loss of just a few hp makes a huge difference when at altitude.
I totally agree, I love the Tdubs but that’s definitely it’s biggest problem. It could use just a little more power. I’m curious to see if Yamaha releases a 300cc dual sport in the next year to compete with Honda & Kawasaki. Might be a good option!
I have a Honda xr125 and I’m thinking of getting this now. I live in Namibia so dual sports are essential here. If you like exploring you gotta have one
That’s awesome, they are a great way to get around. And they can handle just about any terrain! 😃
Kick starting a bike looks and feels cool but it’s not really practical anymore, try it on a cold winter morning. If your battery dies you just push start it.
Kick starting definitely feels cool haha, but your probably right just easier to bump start! Thanks for watching 🔋🏍
It was originally a farm/ranch bike sold as agricultural equipment.
That’s so cool to think about 🚜
@@Bodiddly55 That's awesome, sold as a agriculture machine!
This a great bike. I have a Suzuki Vanvavn, Suzi's counterpart. After many otrher bikes, some of them heavy and/or fast, this is perfecto for me. I do lots of solo road trips, mainly on secondary roads. A pleasurable mini bomb.
Hey thanks for commenting, The Suzuki van van and the TW 200 are definitely very similar. Both very capable machines, that can bring you on many amazing adventures! Thanks for watching 👍🏼
This thing is almost twice my age, that’s crazy to think about. Pretty sharp little workhorse though.
Definitely a mini battle tank! 😃
I have the 1982 Yamaha xt200, only has 4200 miles. Super little bike and so much fun to ride. The xt200 is the tw grandpa.
That’s pretty cool, I didn’t even know they made that. With only 4200 miles you’ve got many more years with that bike!
Love it, I had the Yamaha BW back in 87.. loved that thing too.
Man, I love this bike!! Thanks for the video. Beautiful landscape too! Where did you film this?
Yes beautiful bike & landscape! It’s a mix between New York & Connecticut! 🌲thanks for the nice comment
Great video 👍 Thanks Think I will be buying a used one very soon!
I like kick starters and carburetors that's what makes them a motorcycle.
So true, old school technology is the best🤘🏼
Kick starters are cool, I agree. In terms of reliability though, I’m not convinced it adds much. The TW in particular is very easy to roll start.
Yea, that's what makes it a MOTOR-CYCLE not having 2 wheels and an engine like the name implies...
@@16driver16 LMAO!!!
Outstanding review dude!
You nailed every aspect of these bikes, and kept your video fun to watch also.
I've had 3 TW200s now. 2 back in the mid/late 90s, and just scored another one recently..
The 'new' one - A 2013 w/ only 47 original miles on the clock, so, I felt the same way that you did!
Breaking it in has been a pain, but, its still been fun. Up to around 700 miles now.
This one's getting set up as a mini-adventure-bike.
I'm a lifetime adventurer / photographer of the abandoned, nature, wildlife, etc.
so getting out into the middle of nowhere is a must. When it came down to finding another bike,
I almost grabbed a Grom to convert to an off-road rig, but, then came to my senses again. haha
[I needed something that could also fit in the back of my Honda Element - And the TW200 'Does']
Anyways - I highly Highly HIGHLY Recommend these bikes - For beginner riders to advanced!
I've probably ridden over 100 different bikes over the years, and the TW200s are one of my favorites!
I'm compiling lists and pics of pieces and parts used to mod/upgrade my bike,
and eventually [hopefully sooner than later] I'll be doing a vid and adding it to my channel / playlist..
Just waiting [im]patiently for my Clarke extended capacity [XT350] fuel tank to be made & arrive.
Doubling the ride time in between fill ups will be Great.
Anyways.. Great job again with this video, and most definitely keep em' coming!
Like you mentioned, the TDUBs have a cult following for sure, so we'll all keep tuning in.
🤘😎
Sam -
DirtyDovi Wow, thank you so much Sam. I really appreciate the comment it brings a smile to my face 😊. That sounds like so much fun going out on your TW taking pictures and exploring abandoned places / nature. I will most certainly look into your channel and keep an eye out for that video! I’m actually really curious to see how that larger tank works out, I’ve seen some pictures of them online, and it looks like a good modification for the bike. It’s funny you mention converting a grom, I also looked into doing something like that. I saw pictures of groms with off-road tires and they looked pretty sweet. But practically they don’t have all the features a true dual sport has, but I’m sure a off-road grom would still be able to go on some more basic trails / fire roads. That being said the TW200 doesn’t need a road haha. Anyways I can ramble on and on about these motorcycles. Once again thank you for watching and taking the time to write that comment. I will definitely keep the videos coming! I appreciate the support, good luck with your adventures on your bike. And as always ride safe 🙌🏼🏔
@@MostroMoto Most welcome bro, and stoked to hear that!
TDUB exploring and photography definitely is a blast. I've been doing that since the 90s..
Right now, in Upstate NY, I tend to stick around the Montezuma National Wildlife Reserve,
and this other insane place I found called Savannah Dhu. Not abandoned, just super cool..
As for abandoned: I run "Abandoned In NY" on Facebook also, so if interested,
definitely pop in and check out everyone's posts. It's an awesome group w/ great members!
facebook.com/groups/AbandonedNewYork/
Clarke extended capacity tanks - While they're a killer concept and always seem to fit well,
there's been a Lot of reports of 'blemish tanks' getting into people's hands.. Same location,
IMO I think bad production-molds, but, only for the TW200 model/version.
They're hit / miss. I've seen it w/ the black and the white variants..
While they're a bit bigger, I wanted to shoot for a Lot bigger, so, I went XT350 instead..
Those double capacity, and there are no blems. I also went clear/natural for the 'color',
so I'll be able to see the fuel level at quick glance. And will probably mount a little LED strip
on the backbone, so I can get the tank to 'glow' at night to help with the fuel level visual..
As for the Clarke XT350 tanks going on the TDUBs, they're a super close fit..
Front mount mod and rear mount tab mod is all that's really needed for a flawless fit..
And then maybe some side-plastics modding: Re-shape and/or low-mount.
Mio has a great video of her doing the OEM XT350 conversion on her TW,
and she does a nice little walk through for people that need to see how it's all done..
th-cam.com/video/KPqlca14mDI/w-d-xo.html
Grom conversions - Ah right on man, too funny!
Yeah, throwing knobbies on em, and some other odds and ends pretty much turns them
into little more than mini / pit bikes, but I suppose for just simple trail trips, they'd work..
That would have made my original plan to throw a bike in my Element, drive to location,
unload and then ride to secondary locations - a lot easier..
But, as mentioned.. Only due to quicker loading/unloading..
Going the TW route was DEFINITELY better/smarter! haha
Side-Note: I missed out on a motor swapped Grom on Rochester Craigslist
that had a 250 Honda enduro motor stuffed into it. That would'a been fun..
You're not kidding! When Doc Brown from Back To The Future said
'Were we're going, we won't need any roads' - He must have been talking about riding his TW! lol
I just saw your other vid about recommended gear to rid with.. Niiice!
That one reminded me to SUB!
I also spotted another comment and the guy is from NY..
You to were talking Ducatis..
We have Fred's Sport Motors in Syracuse - I used to go there a lot to drool..
Sweet Ducatis and Yamahas over there.
Killer to hear that you're a fellow NY stater also!
Hudson Valley area? Doood.. That's UFO hot-spot area! haha
I also know of some caver/explorers out that way. Very cool place!
Sam -
DirtyDovi You’ve definitely done your research on the bike / tank options. That’s interesting to here about the blemishes on the tw200 aftermarket tanks. And I love exploring in New York, I actually live in CT but my whole family lives / grew up in New York. The Hudson valley area & Catskills are my favorite places to ride. I would love to take the TW upstate and maybe explore trying to find abandoned places. Maybe one day we can get together and do some exploring with the Tdubs! Thanks for subscribing, best of luck with your channel 😃👍🏼
@@MostroMoto Yessir, I definitely went a little overboard when diving into all of the do's don'ts and possibilities for these bikes. I dig em' that much. [Good thing, that's how I found out about the 'issues' w/ some of the tanks]
Exploring NY - Right on man, that's awesome! And CT has some cool spots too!
My little sister and her husband now live there! Oh man, ya brought up the Catskills..
I explored Beaverkill, Fishkill, Sullivan County, etc. Lots of abandoned businesses/houses,
communities, hotels, motels, resorts, you name it.. Even a castle! haha
I/we got access to Dundas Castle in Sullivan County for a day's worth of shooting! It was insane!
Checked out Grossinger's Resort - Before it was demo'd. Man, what an amazing area!
One of these days - I'll seriously have to compile another consolidated list of places!
Especially if you think you might be interested in checking some of them out! That'd be awesome!
And on the flip-side, If/when I make it to CT to visit the fam, I'll be sure to let ya know..
I'm sure if I go, I'll bring the TW along with me!
Oh! Another place - Look into "Fort Hero" aka "Montauk Air Force Station" - The place is insane!
[Same goes for the legends/stories that surround the place]
Hey, welcome, and thank you too!
🙂👍
Sam -
PS: The places I mentioned in the Catskills - I did a ton of still photography shoots while there..
The photos are in albums on Abandoned In NY - on YT, and I think I also threw them all into a slideshow, and uploaded them here on my channel.. I'm anxious to go back just thinking about it again! 😀
DirtyDovi That’s great I’m gonna look into those places & check out your vids! Yeah definitely hit me up if you come my way. Keep riding the tdubs and never stop exploring 🏔. Thanks for commenting again and giving me all that great information. Ride safe brother! 👍🏼
Replace chain, or adjust it every tank of gas or so. Replace front tire, Shinko 244 is a good choice. And run it ! I had to adjust my valves three times for the exhaust and twice for the intake. After about 1500 miles, they settled down and maintain the correct spec. This is due to the metal Work Hardening a bit. Great bikes !! I love mine, at 57 years old and 265lbs....It gvets me out in the woods better then my legs !
Thanks for the comment, that’s good information about the maintenance. I’m gonna be coming up to it’s first service pretty soon. So I’ll keep in mind what you said about the valves. I appreciate the feedback ride safe 💪🏼
Curious as to tire life expectancy and are valves shims? Are tires expensive?
Judd _S Based on forums it seems people are getting around 5k miles on the front & a bit more from the back tire. I still have a long way to go before that, I’m only at 500 miles or so. I’m not sure about the valve question, however Tdubs kid has a great video on how to check them! Great questions I wish I could give you a better answer!
AL GORITHM yes definitely a upgrade I want to do!! 🤘🏼
Awesome video, I'm looking at picking one up next spring. I cant wait! My uncle had an early 2000s TW200 and it was an absolute blast to ride. No frills, no worry, easy to control motorcycle that does just about whatever you ask of it. Cant wait to join the club!
Joshua Romo that sounds like a perfect plan dude. You said it exactly... no worry, fun / reliable, cheap to own & a blast 💥. It really is a perfect motorcycle. I own a 2020 Ducati monster 1200s, and I love the thing it’s an amazing bike. But the feeling you get riding a simple machine like the TW200, knowing that it will go anywhere you want is relaxing & exiting all at the same time! Best of luck I hope you get it soon! 😎
my first motorcycle was a Kymco Venox with a 250cc carbureted engine in it. Now got a 14' Stryker, i dont know what it is about the smaller engine motorcycles but theyre so much fun to rip around on. Super forgiving when youre really on the throttle cause they dont have tons of power like that, getting a sportier standard motorcycle this year and just might splurge on a TW200. Rode it once at motorcycle school years ago, it was fun
Hey I’m not to familiar with those bikes I’ll have to Google them. I actually rode a Tw200 in my MSF course as well! It’s so much fun and like you said very forgiving! If your on the fence about getting one I say do it haha
@@MostroMoto :) no such thing as too many motorcycles right!?
@@FCT8306onTwoWheels Thats Right!
Very good video ! The best I’ve seen on the tw. I could watch it again
I don't know how it is on the newer models, but on the older ones, you could replace the rear tire with ATV-tires. Save some money on a new rear tire.
Also, the gearing on this bike is pretty low, the first gear is about walking speed and since the top speed is low, it should give you an idea of what this bike is about.
Think ATV but on two wheels.
FortNine did an excellent video on this bike that I can recommend checking out for some history on the bike and amazing videography.
Yes, Fortnine’s video on this bike is amazing! It’s a great bike, the gearing certainly helps conquer off-road terrain. 🌲🏔
I had an 89 TW200, and I beat the absolute crap out of it for years. It still ran like a tank when I sold it. Now I'm thinking about getting a new one since it was basically indestructible. I really don't like the fact that they did away with the kick though, because the electric start was the only part of the bike I ever had a problem with.
Hey, so to start off... you know you want one... so you should totally get one hahah. Also I agree 100% with you. I wish they kept the OEM kick starter on the bike. I know you can buy the parts & install one but having it straight from the factory would have been really nice. They add to the reliability of the bike, essentially making the bike purely mechanical not relying on any electronics! Thank you for watching & great comment. But yeah definitely get one 😃🌲🏍
Hey now! Sorry to sound dumb but if the ignition is glitchy ( & no kick starter), can't you just push the thing along & jump on to fire the engine? Classic jump start? Been years since I rode I'm thinking about buying one of these to putter away in retirement haha
Was my first motorcycle! Great first bike.
Yes, absolutely a great first bike! Thank you for watching 🤘🏼😃
I have a 95 model TW and absolutely love it, I use it for getting into those out of the way places with my metal detector prospecting for gold. If Yamaha would release them back into Australia I would be right there to by myself a nice shiny new one Love Them ☝️🇦🇺👍
That’s pretty sweet. So many good stories about how people use there Tdubs! I don’t know why they stopped selling them 😫
I was on my xt250 and I passed a tw200 today it was pretty cool because they both have the tan plastics
They are awesome bikes, the xt 250 is also a great machine. Ride safe! 🏍
Mostro Moto you too man.
Sam Payne hey I just watched your review video. Great looking bike! Ride safe man! 🔥
I’ve had one for almost 3 years , I also own a Suzuki V Strom and a DR 650se , honestly I spend more time and have more fun on my TW . Although if I had to have only one bike it would be the DR.
The Tdubs is a great second bike in my opinion. Having the Dr for longer trips and adventures is great. Then taking the Tdubs out for smaller trips. I’ve been looking at a DRZ400 😅
I have 2016 Tdub I love it! I probably spent 1000 dollars in upgrades because I can .It's so easy to work on I've done all my own maintenance and upgrades.
Hey thanks for commenting, I have seen / heard about pro cycle but I haven’t ordered anything from them yet. I’m happy to here that they are a good site to order from. I really like the DG exhaust from watching Tdubs kid, but I don’t want it to be too loud (I live close to my neighbors) is it super load or reasonable hahah?
Excellent video dude , thanks for taking the time to inform us on value , function , and good times . 🤙
Thank you so much, I’m glad you liked it! I’m pretty new at all this but trying to make good videos for you guys! 😃
Anybody that likes bikes will tell you this TW200 will be the first of many bikes. I’m in my seventies the following is a list of bikes I’ve owned. Honda 55,Honda 160cc scrambler,Yamaha TY250 ,IT175 YAMAHA,Honda 650 road bike,Yamaha 750 shaft drive road bike,TW200,Yamaha cruiser style 650 shaft drive,Dt175 Yamaha,Suzuki 250 dual sport Suzuki 350 Dual Sport,KTM 450 EXC dual sport (sort of,licensed) then swapped to the 525 Cylinder,added auto Clutch,suspension upgrade, along the way a Polaris 250 four wheeler,a Honda 350 rancher four wheeler,a Yamaha grizzlies four wheeler,Polaris 800 Ranger side by side,Polaris 900 Ranger side by side, I might have missed a few along the way... it’s a little nuts I know. I think I’m done finally with bikes. Well I am thinking about an electric bicycle in the 750 watt range with the four inch wide tires. Good riding to you all!
That’s definitely a big list of bikes & vehicles! Motorcycling is a great hobby in my opinion, it has so much variety to it. So many bikes, brands, models to choose from. If only it wasn’t such a expensive hobby… 😃
You do have a second starting option. It has a magneto! Find a hill and push start it in 2nd gear!
Haha yes totally true! Would still be nice if they came stock with a kick start! 😅
We all appreciate your effort to record and ride,but please keep both hands on bars (remember @ 4:33- 4:36 "oh, pretty bumpy there") so we can enjoy more of these videos:) ride safe
I totally agree, I need to work on that. Bad habit that I have, but slowly getting better! Thanks for the feedback & ride safe!
great bike for when the SHTF scenario. old school simple. I too ride a serow 250. (yamaha xt250 in the US) great little bikes and so much fun to ride.
So true the ultimate apocalypse motorcycle! I was also looking into the XT 250 that’s also a great bike. So reliable, and simple, also the extra cc must be nice haha. Thanks for watching 😎
Here's the "Rule of 2's" when riding on the highway: 2 eyes on the road, 2 hands on the bars, 2 feet on the pegs, 2 cheeks on the seat.
Was worried, thought you would say two wheels on the ground 😀
Last rule, cheeks on the seat, varies. Experienced riders get their ass cheeks off to either side in the turns.
@@motoknivesandgunsbyjt You have been watching too much Moto GP, at STREET LEGAL speed limits their is absolutely no reason or purpose to hang off of a motorcycle going around a corner unless you are just trying to be a "look at me" poser.
@@billwiley7216 and you obviously have never taken a motorcycle class and have no idea how to maximize the effectiveness of your bike or how to do emergency maneuvers.
@@motoknivesandgunsbyjt I'm little late to the party but Bill is correct. Most all of your MSF instructors and many TH-cam coaches, including but not limited to, Motojutsu, Canyon riders and MC Rider agree with him. I'm a sport bike guy and I used to think I had to move my ass off the seat. I know now that I dont.
Good video. But I wouldn’t consider a 200 mL with a curb weight at 278 lbs considered super light. But the bike looks great and congratulations!
For me the bike is so light compared to my other bikes I’ve owned. But for its engine size it certainly could weight less! Thank you for watching 😃
im saving up for this, she is the one! amazing review!
Definitely worth saving up for, it’s a great bike that you can use for a long time. Especially if you have dirt roads near you you’ll never get bored of it
Great review. I had never heard of this bike before as I have always been into sport and cafe style bikes but it's really very cool.
Cafe bikes are awesome, they have amazing style. This bike is also super unique, and I’ve seen some people convert these into a scrambler (they look sweet). Thanks for watching! 🏍
Second option when your battery dies is a push start in second gear. Its light, should be pretty easy.
that's what i was thinkin' .
hey unfortunately we stopped getting here in Australia around 2006 , which i have a ride one , i would love to get hold over a new one here .cheers Steve /Australia
Steve thanks for the comment, I’ve actually had a couple different people mention to me that the bike isn’t sold where they live. That’s such a bummer to here, I wonder why Yamaha does that 😫. Thanks for watching, ride safe 😊
I like my 2015. It’s been a lot of fun. Yamaha got it as good as it can be just the way it is for the most part. I would say don’t bother with the higher ratio (45t sprocket for example), it just doesn’t have the power to pull any kind of grade, even with the factory 50t. The engine can rev well tho. I put on a sun star 55t rear sprocket and it can hold 55 on a fair highway grade with out cost to high end speed (65 mph usually) and climb off road batter as well. I have also travelled many miles with a passenger (me 200 lbs, passenger 130 lbs) and it didn’t take much more power from it at all surprisingly.
I now have a XR650L that is a lot better suited for more serious rides, however, I cannot part with the TW200. Their is just something about its playful nature . It is now the daily commuter to the vanpool during the week and a ride into town when the weather if fair and not too cold. I always look forward to the fun run down the road.
Oh okay thank you for that advice. I’m certainly looking into getting a sprocket upgrade so I’ll definitely keep that in mind. I’m glad you aren’t getting rid of it! I know it’s not the best on the highway but it has so much character! Thanks for watching 😃
Looks like a great little bike that won"t kill me.
Your review was so good in watched it twice! I'm convinced. Going to get one tomorrow. The best OTD here in California I can find is $6200. Ouch!! Is it really worth it? Thanks
Robert Young Haha man thank you I’m super happy to here that. Out the door that’s a little higher then normal, did they add an extended warranty into that price? All dealerships are different & tax is different in each state, so it’s possible. But if you plan on keeping the bike and riding a lot I would say hell yeah it’s worth it! The bike will take you anywhere and last you years with very little maintenance. The places you will find yourself exploring with the Tdubs and the memories you’ll make meeting new riders in my opinion are worth every penny! Best of luck, and congratulations!! 🤘🏼🏔🌲 Thank you for watching and commenting always makes me happy to here people like my videos 😃. Ride safe on your newTDUBS!!
No, haha. Find a used one for 2500 and have it inspected.
Porter House Definitely! Buying used is always a great option, you’ll save a lot of money💰 💰
Great little bike and great review 👍👍!! It's sad that we can't purchase a brand new one within Europe....
Thanks for the comment! It really sucks! I think it has to do with the emission standards
@@MostroMoto probably yes....but we have quiet a bunch of used ones....
That’s good, these bikes are great even used. They are practically indestructible so buying used is almost worry free
I own a road king and a 77kz and at 55 years old I would sell the harley and the kawi but never my 2006 blue tw that I own, it's just to much fun ,and I'm only getting older ,because that said a biker always a biker, enjoy your bike, and don't go faster on a motorcycle than your angel can fly
Hey man, I really appreciate the comment. And that’s good to know that even with those awesome bikes you’ve got, you still love your TW200! Goes to show how good the bike really is. Thanks for watching, and remember your not getting older, your just getting more experienced! 😃🌲. Ride safe!
Show, please, how he drives with a passenger and with a load of 20 kg. On different roads. I'm interested in how he behaves with a passenger.
Passenger? What passenger?
I rode my daughter with me,two of us weighed about 360 lbs but we could still do 50 on pavement and still carried 20 lbs of supplies while on a campout.........
Hey! I just bought a 2012 Tw200 for my first motorcycle! I’m super excited! She drives very nice, my only concern is not having a tachometer. Any advice to know how fast you can push the bike in all the gears? Like what the max speed for gear 1,2,3,4,5 is?
Hey Garrett, sorry I didn’t see this sooner. But I’m glad you reached out on Instagram! 🤙🏼
Excellent review Moto!
I appreciate it, thanks for watching!