Hard Enduro training on the KTM 150 EXC Chris Birch

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  • I've got myself a KTM 150 EXC-tpi to play with. This was the first ride on some harder trails. My friends Ryan and Bryce are training for this year's Romaniacs race so we went to a blown out hill for some hill repeats.
    This track has been smashed by 4WD'S the weather and lots of bikes, it's a challenge to make it tidy on my 300 so I was keen to see try and figure it out on the little bike. The 150 is really fun, I'm enjoying the challenge of figuring it out.
    #saynotoslow #ReadyToRace #cardofam #dirtbike #hardenduro
    Use the discount code CBIRCH at Cardo.com for a discount on Cardo helmet Com's.
    Also check out our enduro and adventure video instructional series at saynotoslow.nz

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  • @godfreytomlinson2282
    @godfreytomlinson2282 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    When it's hard in real life it always looks so easy on a video. That looked insane on the video so it must have been savage as hell. Unreal

  • @finrampe
    @finrampe ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great vid!
    150 TPI is perfect for technical training .. so nimble, doesn't overheat (or boil gas), bullet proof clutch, quiet and doesn't really use any gasoline. And it has small engine cases, exhaust, muffler, everything.. Treat it with TSP power kit to make it even better.

  • @Isha048
    @Isha048 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I can't even imagine how to do what you all did. My imagination can't go so far. Thanks for this great video Chris!

  • @carloenriqueboppsalaa5747
    @carloenriqueboppsalaa5747 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SIEMPRE VEO TUS VIDEOS Y HABLO DE TI A MIS AMIGOS ERES LO MAXIMO EN EL DURO QUE HACES

  • @rideabikecr
    @rideabikecr ปีที่แล้ว +5

    not even a minute in the video and you already have my mind blown! goat! 🤯

  • @Thumpermad
    @Thumpermad 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The 150s fantastic when you get it on the pipe.... man it just launches

  • @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411
    @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    best trail riding video I have seen in a long time

  • @ultimatist
    @ultimatist ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your real-time line decisioning is exquisite!

  • @vlrb25det11
    @vlrb25det11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video Chris. This hill is always a good challenge, loving the content from this area of NZ. One of my favourite places to ride.

  • @k.n.v.b1113
    @k.n.v.b1113 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My god ! Chris is and absolute legend 🎉 what would you say is the lightest most nimble dirt knife right now

  • @oeboeloe05
    @oeboeloe05 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    that's some proper Red Bull NewZealandiacs right there, holy crap

  • @ridesingles
    @ridesingles ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a great video. Good to be able to watch yourself and others have a bit of a struggle on real obstacles and see how you approach them. Looked like a fun day

  • @user-vo7yq8xs7w
    @user-vo7yq8xs7w 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Next level cardio!

  • @TEKKYTWO
    @TEKKYTWO ปีที่แล้ว +2

    omg bro those trails look GNARLY! great riding from all three of you well done

  • @nicolaserblin6640
    @nicolaserblin6640 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Thank you!
    I'm ah happy owner ov TE 150 2022!!!!

  • @Wiewel1960
    @Wiewel1960 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Incredible craftmanship💪

  • @auxychamps
    @auxychamps ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hard Enduro Training, Hardcore Amazing❤

  • @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411
    @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what a trail great work! Reminds me of rainforest Malaysia

  • @learningtofly6804
    @learningtofly6804 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Hey Master Chris Super to see you on a 150. Be great if you have a moment to kick out a vid with some more of your thoughts on the platform. Cheers

  • @TRCAdventures
    @TRCAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like a hoot, fueling sounds perfect always love the renewed challenge!

  • @JRinPG
    @JRinPG ปีที่แล้ว

    lol...I love Chris's sound affects! So entertaining to watch.

  • @michaelgleeson1198
    @michaelgleeson1198 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video this track looked like something a trials bike would be ideal for not an enduro bike, the Romaniacs race from the bits I've seen on TH-cam it's a bloody tough race and requires huge amounts of skill to complete.

    • @krazed0451
      @krazed0451 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Looks like good enduro terrain to me 😁

  • @ADVJunkie
    @ADVJunkie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When in doubt wheelie out 🔥🔥🔥🍺

  • @sorin.n
    @sorin.n ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You know is gnarly if Chris says 'Oh my Gosh!' 😅

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Not exactly the wording I was thinking but I'm trying to better myself ha ha

    • @WS_00
      @WS_00 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChrisBirchNZ so did you mean to say “oh my god”? Am I correct?

    • @Yoda-em5mt
      @Yoda-em5mt ปีที่แล้ว

      If i took you riding and you said oh my gosh i think i would slap the fuk out of you
      Ha ha Wattsie talking like the queen is enough they dont do hard enduro in buckingham palace ha ha .

    • @sorin.n
      @sorin.n ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe so. The phrase has the same meaning. 👍

    • @WS_00
      @WS_00 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Yoda-em5mt so I’m hoping you can help me out. Why can’t I see your comment when I click “View all 4 replies”? I thought I was fairly tech savvy, but apparently not. And p.s., my comment was to see if he was being politically correct with the USA audience in regards to their sky fairy.

  • @michaelsupple6081
    @michaelsupple6081 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dood....to say you're understated is an understatement! And I mean that in the best possible way.

  • @t.h.o.r.
    @t.h.o.r. ปีที่แล้ว +4

    and people think that the Coromandel is all beaches, lattes and craft galleries- Get up it!

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We do have some good coffee!

    • @gavinhassett479
      @gavinhassett479 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Might just be time to run a Cat through there again .

    • @dennisyoung4631
      @dennisyoung4631 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s one of the nastiest trails I’ve *ever* seen. I’d crash before I went five feet!
      I wouldn’t even think to try it, even if I were young and healthy again, and even if I had a bike as good as these. What I had to ride back then? About all it had in common was that it was a two-stroke, and it *could* run off road - providing the trails weren’t too bad.

    • @barra245t2
      @barra245t2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah bro that's just what aucklanders think.

  • @respectracing2514
    @respectracing2514 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice and absolutely gnarly Bro 🔥

  • @tommyt9519
    @tommyt9519 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why is this so much fun when it's so much work? I've been on a 2018 350 EXC for the past few years and am wondering if the 150 would suit me better for the gnarlier, slower trails that I ride most often. Great video!

  • @Gornflyin
    @Gornflyin ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm gonna have nightmares about this trail lol. I'd love to see one of you top guys ride an old xr400 up some hard lines. Would make great video :D

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm not sure I'm up for that much kick start action!

    • @Gornflyin
      @Gornflyin ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChrisBirchNZ its a killer for sure :D

  • @stephenmitchum5864
    @stephenmitchum5864 ปีที่แล้ว

    My palms started sweating watching this.

  • @lumberjaxe8910
    @lumberjaxe8910 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a grueling workout. Also not for the feint hearted, riding alongside cliff faces.

  • @toddhamilton2400
    @toddhamilton2400 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like how you get it up on the back wheel through those deep ruts 🤟👍

  • @learningtofly6804
    @learningtofly6804 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chris, good to see some of your 'hero' lines on this trail & your comments!! hey I have a couple of suggestions, feel free to shoot them down...:). your 150 is jumping on the pipe, as mine did stock... you might try adjusting the power value, it made a big diff on mine to smother the transition so it doesn't spin up in the clay as much etc.... also that flat spot off idle is exaggerated on mine when I heavily oil the air filter, (weird I know). & one last thing, a heavy rear tire takes away some of the hit too, more ridable in the slop, extra rotating mass benefit too. Looking forward to more 150Birchy!

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the tips. I'll definitely have a play with the power valve. Maybe a flywheel weight as well.

    • @learningtofly6804
      @learningtofly6804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ChrisBirchNZ Yes that'd be an even better solution.....As far as I know there is no off-the-shelf manufactured flywheel weight for the 150. Looking forward to seeing where you go with it!

    • @ildoc66
      @ildoc66 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey you seem to know a lot about how to get the 150 enduro ready !! got a husky 150 she is awesome but you r right I get into trouble in the slick when the power hits....where do I start with the power valve ?? great vid Chris thanks

    • @learningtofly6804
      @learningtofly6804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ildoc66 1st write down how many turns from flush your stock PV setting is.. Goto a slippery/loose hill and experiment, this way you will feel the difference between the various settings. Repeat the same section, Light it up.
      In winter where I live I have mine in rather far. Its less on off, a smoother transition,.
      The 150tpi has good mid power, (much more than the previous 150 Carby, although the Carby had better off idle) anyway use that mid.
      Also the screw the manual calls the idle screw (which is really a air screw) Turn it in and note its default setting.
      After you're happy with the pv, try ¼ to ½ turns from default on this idle/air screw and see if it helps off idle (takeoff) response.
      I recommended the heavy rear tire bc I couldn't find a flywheel weight (poor man's solution)+ the larger footprint of the tire helps hold traction.... it works for me.
      In the slick stuff, I often ride it up a gear, It is smoother, For example, if you have to go up a steep section with a short runup, take off in a second, have one finger on the clutch and modulate it. The clutch is super durable, use it.
      In your husky kit you should have a grey throttle cam (it ships with the black cam installed) The Grey is a little softer, better for Techy riding.
      The only other thought to consider is how your weighting the pegs,.
      I'm keen to see where Birchy take his...(or if he runs back to the 300:)
      150's require a different riding mentality.
      Hope this helps a little.

    • @ildoc66
      @ildoc66 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@learningtofly6804 hey thanks a lot mate ! that is great help , will start working on it.....and when you talk about heavier tire, which one are you using ? makes sense increasing rotating mass and foot print at the rear cheers fab

  • @drixsp1
    @drixsp1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! That was gnargly, clay as 🔥

  • @Chris.ti.f
    @Chris.ti.f ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most people underestimate the 150
    It's quite a capable bike in capable hands

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's really surprising me!

    • @tittan1500
      @tittan1500 ปีที่แล้ว

      And people put too much weight on the bikes ability, but it’s mostly the rider.
      It would be killer to see Chris do some vintage KTM rides and just crush these lines

  • @newzealandearthmover4008
    @newzealandearthmover4008 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hot dam that's one gnarly track!

  • @JasonTankard
    @JasonTankard 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Chris, love to see a few more bits of clips included with a 3rd person cam, mostly to actually watch your riding and technique which is hard to see in the 1st person shots. We get to watch some of your mates ride and their techniques, but it's different to getting to watch you. If you can ever get clips off a mate or them to wear your go pro more often, that'd help create some really great contrast in your content that I'd love to see more reglarly.

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah I’ve gotta work on that. I’m definitely no expert on the videos!

    • @JasonTankard
      @JasonTankard 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ChrisBirchNZ The drone clips and first person clips are epic. Just try to get a mate to record on a gopro at the same time (either your go pro on their own), and splic where possible. It's great learning from your riding, and I'm going to buy your course once I sell my current bike to get the next one as i'll have a bit of money left over at the time and keen to work through your course.
      I'm mostly working on transferring my MTB skills (endro and eMTB endro) and trying to learn the differences. If you ever got around to it, a course of how to transfer your skills that'd be really cool since you do both sports and I'm sure I'm not the only one switching to adv or endro from MTB/eMTB. I've done basic offroad moto as a kid, no lessons, and then been training in MTB, and actually am a level 2 pmbi instructor. I'm now looking to sell my road moto to get a ktm 890 adventure r and hit the offroad world.

  • @chadsummers7981
    @chadsummers7981 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I wish they never stopped making the 200 the 2023 200 would be a ripper

  • @RicardoFerreiraGarcia
    @RicardoFerreiraGarcia ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm loving mine TE150

  • @gdelarama4256
    @gdelarama4256 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're human after all, Chris lol nice vid, too see you struggling in some sections

  • @someguy8109
    @someguy8109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gnarly. Makes we want to get a 2 stroke again

    • @ladytradiej8027
      @ladytradiej8027 ปีที่แล้ว

      Makes me want to sit on my fat arse and watch. That's not for me.😅

  • @Shoota211177
    @Shoota211177 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome riding location and conditions!
    Chris you need to search TH-cam for “Kinne Dad noises” it sums up your repertoire of sounds perfectly! 😂😂

  • @jasonbehr7144
    @jasonbehr7144 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris come to Central Texas next time in US. We have some great places to ride near Austin, put a clinic on!

  • @BACKYARDPERFORMANCE.
    @BACKYARDPERFORMANCE. ปีที่แล้ว

    Did this Gnarly track up the Hikuai .some mean tracks up there,I ride through to the Neavesville 👌💪

  • @HighMaintenancePS
    @HighMaintenancePS 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Come for a ride they said. It will be fun they said! 😅

  • @tomtaylor6163
    @tomtaylor6163 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve never understood how you guys find this enjoyable. I prefer Moto Cross and Speedway. But to each his own

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I can't understand how riding around in circles all day is fun. Each to their own eh!

    • @woodysrockspyro6436
      @woodysrockspyro6436 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love moto... no good moto tracks here. Been doing woods / hard enduro for the last year. Pretty fun but still dream of moto

  • @BlackINumber
    @BlackINumber 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Woah! Nice bro🔥

  • @rulife2885
    @rulife2885 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trails look so insane🤙🏼

  • @lostinpa-dadenduro7555
    @lostinpa-dadenduro7555 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think smaller displacement is more fun. Most of the time. 😀

  • @TubbyTrialTeam
    @TubbyTrialTeam ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s just nuts.

  • @joecarlino7870
    @joecarlino7870 ปีที่แล้ว

    200cc KTM Please come back!

  • @grant31781
    @grant31781 ปีที่แล้ว

    UGH!! Deep ruts and slick mud. I would be stuck for sure LOL! The camera always makes ruts look small and hills look flat.

  • @bearbeau13
    @bearbeau13 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah the 150 doesn't have enough power ??? Says who? Lol
    Great riding great quality vid. Thanks Chris

  • @JIMMYLEE98
    @JIMMYLEE98 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks exciting

  • @zakkyummms
    @zakkyummms ปีที่แล้ว

    Punishing stuff.

  • @hemsmar
    @hemsmar ปีที่แล้ว

    ....and they are still going up to this day

  • @namodio12
    @namodio12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some serious rain ruts

  • @coburna5
    @coburna5 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That trail look like an expansion chamber's worst nightmare.

  • @minkusmcminkus7598
    @minkusmcminkus7598 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Were gona need taller rims , single sided swingarm and only LH fork

  • @dirtbikefun
    @dirtbikefun ปีที่แล้ว

    So wish i was there playing ❤

  • @motionfactoryracing5914
    @motionfactoryracing5914 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like fun.

  • @avethonienu3123
    @avethonienu3123 ปีที่แล้ว

    New subscriber from nagaland India

  • @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411
    @laosgpsmapmidnitemapper9411 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this video - w A Beer

  • @denzglobio7617
    @denzglobio7617 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those bikes are angry 😂

  • @elihamou6902
    @elihamou6902 ปีที่แล้ว

    300's have made me way to spoiled to even think about a 150 lmao.

  • @madman432000
    @madman432000 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Haven't decided if this is a road with erosion or a creek bed or maybe just a runoff channel.

  • @lowriderST24
    @lowriderST24 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does seem like fun and I can’t afford to brake a spoke or blowing a tire.

  • @fightswithspirits915
    @fightswithspirits915 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buckin' Broncos!

  • @risingeagle915
    @risingeagle915 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where is this place? Reminds me so much of riding back home in PR in my youth days! Awesome video. Thanks!

  • @claudioteixeira5917
    @claudioteixeira5917 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is a good training 💪🤟👍👏👏👏👏

  • @mikeconnor2102
    @mikeconnor2102 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like my driveway in mud season.

  • @cengizozbek5285
    @cengizozbek5285 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    About to get one to add to the 300 xc-w. (yes… I’m very fortunate to have both!)
    Found though no one makes an aftermarket exhaust flange protector for the 150 model. Only for 250/300 models.
    Do you know of any manufacturers that do?
    Why wouldn’t ktm have that item?
    Thanks

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว

      No I don't sorry. I don't run one on my 300 either.

  • @chrisallison1648
    @chrisallison1648 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beast

  • @christophermaderia3152
    @christophermaderia3152 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s not a trail, it’s a dang wash out, looks challenging though!

  • @greybeard2324
    @greybeard2324 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like fun 🤔off subject are you doing any coaching in Oz anytime soon, asking for a friend...
    Actually itchyboots,she scares the shit out of me when she rides sometimes and I think she's going to be there soon.

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ha ha no plans at this stage, she might have to come ride in the best country!

    • @greybeard2324
      @greybeard2324 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChrisBirchNZ hopefully she will .

  • @kangvideo188_
    @kangvideo188_ ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice technical track, obstacle horeee

  • @shadowknightmoon130
    @shadowknightmoon130 ปีที่แล้ว

    Must be pretty sweat day!its just a normal trail in asia😁

  • @rdw3171
    @rdw3171 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    3 novices sauntering up some easy trails 🙂

  • @thailandmopedadventures611
    @thailandmopedadventures611 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Lesson - happy new year

  • @johndemmink3539
    @johndemmink3539 ปีที่แล้ว

    The things you find entertaining!!😂

  • @adrianomachadodeandrade6102
    @adrianomachadodeandrade6102 ปีที่แล้ว

    Showww✊✊✊pilotos são brabos ....

  • @raheemhashmi7229
    @raheemhashmi7229 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ohhhh no no enjoye able way

  • @jerseyjeeper1575
    @jerseyjeeper1575 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy craparoonie.

  • @scottjackson163
    @scottjackson163 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can it be said accurately that at some level of difficulty, the exertion of effort outweighs the intended fun?

    • @eriknash8783
      @eriknash8783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn’t agree more

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The challenge is the fun! Exerting effort is a good thing.

  • @AIRMotovlogs
    @AIRMotovlogs ปีที่แล้ว

    Have no words ....

  • @johnelliott497
    @johnelliott497 ปีที่แล้ว

    Must be nice riding sandstone tracks

  • @Kickaha83
    @Kickaha83 ปีที่แล้ว

    It reminds me of riding up Mt Greenland but even worse

  • @DavidDacaro
    @DavidDacaro 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what a mess you started in 🤣

  • @tharun479
    @tharun479 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All i hear is that chain saw sound

  • @ladytradiej8027
    @ladytradiej8027 ปีที่แล้ว

    What does that bike weigh? Just interested because you chuck it around like a mountain bike!😅

  • @christianmouraux7269
    @christianmouraux7269 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What crime have you committed to deserve this?! 😀😀

  • @RangeRoversAreRad
    @RangeRoversAreRad ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to see you hit this on your 890 R :)

  • @koskco2537
    @koskco2537 ปีที่แล้ว

    goo Birch!

  • @worldimpactsuppliersLadysmith
    @worldimpactsuppliersLadysmith ปีที่แล้ว +1

    chris seems like you struggle on the smaller bike lol

  • @albinohonoriosobrinho1680
    @albinohonoriosobrinho1680 ปีที่แล้ว

    Muito top 🇧🇷👍

  • @ROBBYWJ212
    @ROBBYWJ212 ปีที่แล้ว

    🤟🔥

  • @benmiddleton8266
    @benmiddleton8266 ปีที่แล้ว

    Crikey 😮

  • @cmrdecc6516
    @cmrdecc6516 ปีที่แล้ว

    What are you duin stepbro!

  • @stavencapp
    @stavencapp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you can tell these guys do hard enduro racing when they dont even wait for the guy in front to clear, if they see a line they just go around them lol

  • @AustrisPhoto
    @AustrisPhoto ปีที่แล้ว

    What is a reason for such 150cc bike to exist?
    Seems really fun 🤘🏻

    • @ChrisBirchNZ
      @ChrisBirchNZ  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think you answered your question there!

    • @woodysrockspyro6436
      @woodysrockspyro6436 ปีที่แล้ว

      My neighbor has one.. crazy light and easy to ride.