Starting off riding I had one of these for 6 years beat the living piss out of it, never changed the air filter or changed the oil and rode almost every other weekend. That was 14 years ago and it still runs today without any issues. Slow as hell tho
I have a 03, use it as my little trail putter for when i don’t feel like riding my yz250, previous owner put a kx 85 front end with the inverted forks and the rear shock off it too so it does REALLY good over bumps and shit, I put a $50 Amazon top end in it and beat the shit out of it and it doesn’t seem to care at all,opened up the airbox and threw a pipe on it then went up to a 20 pilot and 120 main just for the hell of it. I have it studded right now for the winter it’s fun to ride around on the ice and shit good for this year essentially since there’s next to no snow for sledding
I FORGOT to mention that I upgraded the carb on my TTR125's due to some issues - Here's my video on how to swap it over and where to get the new carb: th-cam.com/video/FmvaCNCxhxE/w-d-xo.html
Properly taking care of it??? My 03 ttr125 had no issues running off of no oil, or sinking it 5 ft in water (it rode home). Also, he. Trying to make the bike compared to a 450 race bike😂.
Exactly 💯. Its a great trail bike. Pit bike. 18hp! 5spd tranny. Adjustable suspension. Honda CRF125FB is lame. Less HP. Less suspension & no adjustment for anything. Yamaha for the win. Buy it new. Kids don't take care of there bikes. Facts. -NY
Ha, thanks for watching! If you're referring to the seat, they're both pretty similar. You can probably buy an aftermarket seat if you need something more comfortable, but I recommend learning how to properly stand (th-cam.com/video/9hgXMIY4cbc/w-d-xo.html) so that you don't get sore from sitting 100% of the time.
@@MotocrossHideout yeah i Calculate around 2 or 2.5 litres per 100km. Also one good thing for the TTR is that it has around 6L tank capillary and the crf only 3.7
If you’re gonna get it for your kids honestly just go with a 110. I had it a year before my cousin got his CRF125 and he couldn’t fit properly on his bike for about 3 or 4 years although he’s always been a shorter dude. But aside from height quickshift is just easier and safer for kids.
I'm a honda guy but this ttr is a great beginner bike an meant to be a beginner bike it's not meant to run like a YZ... I have an older ttr225 an it's 100% reliable an does great in the woods...
MAN I HAD A 2001 TTR125L AN I RODE UPSTATE & PA IN THE WOODS BEFORE I TOOK IT TO STREET IN NYC! THIS BY FAR WAS ONE OF THE BEST BIKE I EVER HAD🥲 YESS ITS NOT TO NO FAST BIKE BUT DEFINITELY WORTH THE $900 I PAID FOR IT! BEST LEARNER BIKE BY FAR💙 ENGINE LAST FOR ABOUT 8 YEARS BEFORE I HAD TO REBUILD THAT MF😮💨
Hi im looking to get a dirt bike this will be my first bike and I’m about 5’6 I was looking at this bike and also a klx 140 which one will be better for me or should I look for something else?
Both are great bikes. At your height, the large wheel is better than the small wheel version, but the KLX140 has the full size wheel option as well (140G or 140R F - same thing, they just changed the name for some reason). Let us know what you get!
They're all great bikes that are very similar. We've multiple of each brand and outside of EFI (which is really nice), I prefer the KLX140 over red and blue when riding.
A course doesn't necessarily mean it has jumps. I enjoy riding "turn tracks" where it's just corners over the natural terrain - that's where you can really improve your skill and speed if you're practicing proper techniques and forming positive riding habits.
You can check out this video: th-cam.com/video/iSeZl7h7lZA/w-d-xo.html Otherwise, if you're 6'6" tall, you should be riding something taller than a TTR125.
is it really that tiny? i'm a 120 at 5'5.. im thinking i'll be just the right size for it.. found one of these on marketplace selling from a mom who doesn't know anything on dirtbikes so all she has in the desc is "2001 yamaha 125"
You'll fit just fine on it, especially if it's a large wheel (TTR125L with the front disc brake), but I ride small wheels all the time and I'm 5'6" 145.
@@MotocrossHideout awesome thank you! i think it's a TTR125L.. but i'm not 100% sure because it's hard to tell from the photos as the wheel is turned at an angle, but if the son is there when i go check it out i'll have to ask:)
You're right on the edge of being too big. With that said, it would be a great bike to start on since it's quite a bit lighter and easier to handle than the next larger bike (TTR230).
From my experience, it sounds like it needs to be rebuilt/replaced or a stiffer spring. I weigh 145 lbs and can ride single track trails on stock suspension without getting bucked around. Adjusting riding technique can make a big difference to make up for soft suspension as well.
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Starting off riding I had one of these for 6 years beat the living piss out of it, never changed the air filter or changed the oil and rode almost every other weekend. That was 14 years ago and it still runs today without any issues. Slow as hell tho
Ha, they sure are durable. Thanks for watching, Colby!
LOL
I have a 03, use it as my little trail putter for when i don’t feel like riding my yz250, previous owner put a kx 85 front end with the inverted forks and the rear shock off it too so it does REALLY good over bumps and shit, I put a $50 Amazon top end in it and beat the shit out of it and it doesn’t seem to care at all,opened up the airbox and threw a pipe on it then went up to a 20 pilot and 120 main just for the hell of it. I have it studded right now for the winter it’s fun to ride around on the ice and shit good for this year essentially since there’s next to no snow for sledding
Nice! Ha, sounds like you're in MN too. I got a newer sled and of course there's not enough snow... 🙄
18hp is better than Hondas lame CRF125FB. These are trail bikes not race bikes guys! -NY
I FORGOT to mention that I upgraded the carb on my TTR125's due to some issues -
Here's my video on how to swap it over and where to get the new carb: th-cam.com/video/FmvaCNCxhxE/w-d-xo.html
Imma buy it anyways
It’s tiny .
Best bike by far ive ever had
And ive had many.....
How is the seat on the TTR125 ? does it hurt the bottom ?
Yes best bike in class by far. Honda CRF125FB is lame. 4spd. Less suspension travel no adjustment. Yamaha TTR125LE has 18HP. Nice 👍🏻 💯 -NY
@@MrIBM01 No unless your 190lbs. It has preload/adjustable compression. Jack it up stiffer. 18HP !! 👍🏻💪🏻
Properly taking care of it??? My 03 ttr125 had no issues running off of no oil, or sinking it 5 ft in water (it rode home). Also, he. Trying to make the bike compared to a 450 race bike😂.
Exactly 💯. Its a great trail bike. Pit bike. 18hp! 5spd tranny. Adjustable suspension. Honda CRF125FB is lame. Less HP. Less suspension & no adjustment for anything. Yamaha for the win. Buy it new. Kids don't take care of there bikes. Facts. -NY
The ttr 125le tops out at 55 bone stock on concrete atleast mine does
Yeah it was my estimate, thanks for sharing!
I’m 15 and 5’8 but I’ve never ridden a dirt bike before. Would this be a good bike for me?
The TTR230 would fit you a little better, but the large wheel 125 would be fine if you prefer to start on a smaller bike.
I’m 6,2 240 I’m gonna buy one of these wish me luck lol
Looking to buy either this TTR-125 or the CRF125f . My son asks, which seat will be less likely to hurt the bottom ?
Ha, thanks for watching! If you're referring to the seat, they're both pretty similar. You can probably buy an aftermarket seat if you need something more comfortable, but I recommend learning how to properly stand (th-cam.com/video/9hgXMIY4cbc/w-d-xo.html) so that you don't get sore from sitting 100% of the time.
@@MotocrossHideoutwhich one consumes more gas ttr125 or crf125?
@@sarant1satt683 They're both going to be pretty similar - it mainly depends on how you ride (low RPM vs high RPM range).
@@MotocrossHideout yeah i Calculate around 2 or 2.5 litres per 100km. Also one good thing for the TTR is that it has around 6L tank capillary and the crf only 3.7
your son has a soft bottom lol
What’s the recommended height of driver?
5'6" I believe
If you’re gonna get it for your kids honestly just go with a 110. I had it a year before my cousin got his CRF125 and he couldn’t fit properly on his bike for about 3 or 4 years although he’s always been a shorter dude. But aside from height quickshift is just easier and safer for kids.
says it in like the first thirty second watch the video jesus
I'm a honda guy but this ttr is a great beginner bike an meant to be a beginner bike it's not meant to run like a YZ... I have an older ttr225 an it's 100% reliable an does great in the woods...
Yep, I completely agree - thanks for sharing and watching, Paul!
What about casual riding for a 6'3 guy 165lbs
What's your budget/price range?
I'm looking cheap. Like under 2k. Just something to hit trails and do light riding.
Gotcha - watch this and let me know what you think: th-cam.com/video/3NdX9bWZgFk/w-d-xo.html
MAN I HAD A 2001 TTR125L AN I RODE UPSTATE & PA IN THE WOODS BEFORE I TOOK IT TO STREET IN NYC! THIS BY FAR WAS ONE OF THE BEST BIKE I EVER HAD🥲 YESS ITS NOT TO NO FAST BIKE BUT DEFINITELY WORTH THE $900 I PAID FOR IT! BEST LEARNER BIKE BY FAR💙 ENGINE LAST FOR ABOUT 8 YEARS BEFORE I HAD TO REBUILD THAT MF😮💨
Yep, fun bike for sure!
Hi im looking to get a dirt bike this will be my first bike and I’m about 5’6 I was looking at this bike and also a klx 140 which one will be better for me or should I look for something else?
Both are great bikes. At your height, the large wheel is better than the small wheel version, but the KLX140 has the full size wheel option as well (140G or 140R F - same thing, they just changed the name for some reason). Let us know what you get!
Have you seen gas in the oil of a brand new 2024 TT-R125LE? I took mine in for the 1st service and it had gas mixed with the oil.
That's not normal. I would call your dealer and talk to them before riding it again. Let us know what you find out.
Have A 2006 fully BBR out never had A problem great pitbike.
Want to see outdated look at Honda CRF125FB . 4spd tranny. Less suspension w/no adjustment. Fail! Yamaha TTR125LE is best bike in this class. 💯
They're all great bikes that are very similar. We've multiple of each brand and outside of EFI (which is really nice), I prefer the KLX140 over red and blue when riding.
I’m using it in a field and am going to make my own little course but would it be good to use to learn
it goes pretty damn slow you might not be able to make a jump lol
A course doesn't necessarily mean it has jumps. I enjoy riding "turn tracks" where it's just corners over the natural terrain - that's where you can really improve your skill and speed if you're practicing proper techniques and forming positive riding habits.
No one would ever think for a moment this is a race bike. Silly click bait title.....Even newbs know this is a beginners bike...and a damned good one.
You would be surprised at what newbies know and don't know. It's not clickbait if it's true...
Not everyone wants to kill themselves on a bike 😂
Dude ,no joke ,i m 6.5 tall Any solution to ride this bike with raisers?
You can check out this video: th-cam.com/video/iSeZl7h7lZA/w-d-xo.html
Otherwise, if you're 6'6" tall, you should be riding something taller than a TTR125.
is it really that tiny? i'm a 120 at 5'5.. im thinking i'll be just the right size for it.. found one of these on marketplace selling from a mom who doesn't know anything on dirtbikes so all she has in the desc is "2001 yamaha 125"
You'll fit just fine on it, especially if it's a large wheel (TTR125L with the front disc brake), but I ride small wheels all the time and I'm 5'6" 145.
@@MotocrossHideout awesome thank you! i think it's a TTR125L.. but i'm not 100% sure because it's hard to tell from the photos as the wheel is turned at an angle, but if the son is there when i go check it out i'll have to ask:)
Do these have a clutch
Yes
I'm 12 5"6 130 pounds do you think this bike is good for me
You're right on the edge of being too big. With that said, it would be a great bike to start on since it's quite a bit lighter and easier to handle than the next larger bike (TTR230).
150cc dirt bike then
A CRF150F would be a good choice.
Ok
It a 125 4t it’s not gonna be a fast bike is a trail bike
I found one for 400
just shave it at this point bro
I did ;)
These yamahas are like fricking pogo sticks. The rear suspension is horrible
It depends on what you're doing. For beginners they're just fine because they soak up small bumps at speeds under 15 mph on the trails.
@@MotocrossHideout i got it for my 12 yo son, but even he says its way too bouncy for him.
From my experience, it sounds like it needs to be rebuilt/replaced or a stiffer spring. I weigh 145 lbs and can ride single track trails on stock suspension without getting bucked around. Adjusting riding technique can make a big difference to make up for soft suspension as well.
@@MotocrossHideout Yes, thank you. I realized that the rear shock indeed does need to be rebuilt.