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trust me tom , i put my 2015 wr450f thru hell and back each and every day and it never misses a beat , bought mine at the start of the year and havent looked back since
Bought a YZ450 2015 and this thing is a powerhouse, for a 450. 1000hours on it. Nothing major, the OEM chain and rear sprocket lasted 2 months and went through the chain sliders, really apart from oil and filter changes, for the beating I give it, i'm impressed.
8-12 hours per ride..... how is that possible, my max is like 30 minutes flat out on a motocross track for maybe 4-5 sessions, air filter change every 2 hours ride and oil change every 4 hours ride, how many times you done engine/pistons and clutch ?
Yes YZ450F. Yeah, I do them when I can. I'm not even doing the right intervals and this thing is still running great. I dont do motocross tracks, I do Aventure style. I go out with a fuel cell and a sleeping bag I stop when it's dark
I’ve come off a 2015 350 exc 6 days and bought a 18 wr450f. The wr new was $12,400 while the new 2019 350 exc 6 days was almost $17000. I couldn’t justify the extra 5k at my age and style of riding. I will say that the wr450 is a tank in soft tight trails. It’s a real handful.
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you should get a 2003 or 2002 wr450f they are fun as hell and they lift their self alot you should get one sometime and when you get a custom exhaust and rejet it its literally like the best bike and most powerful bike you will know of
It seemed like you rode better on the Husqvarna, so interesting that you didn't like it as much.. maybe because it was the first one you rode of the bunch
Great comparison, thanks.. have a soft spot for Yamaha's and agree they are more reliable. With KTM the main issue is there builds are cutting edge when it comes to performance and technology, and by that very nature are going to end up with more issues than something that has been tested to death like other manufacturers setups.
I think if you were going to ride for a few hours this would be the bike to have especially because you didn't have to take a break and your hands didn't suffer.
in this type of events i assume you payed something to enter and try all the bikes, but if you damage one do you have to pay for the damage or there is an insurance?
Why are so many people asking "should I get a 450 after a 250?" Unless you weigh over 100Kg or are an exceptionally talented rider, nobody needs a 450. 90% of the time a 250 is just as fast, unless you are a shit rider. On technical tracks a 250 is faster.
asdf898 I'm 114kg and about 118 with all my gear. So I got a 450f and it's seriously a handful. I'm a noob and thinking I should have went with a 250 ahahaha but the 60th yellow looks nice so I'll just suck it up lol
im 16 occasionally do a race, i went with the klx450r ive riden since i was tiny and i was looking at both the 250's and 450's and found a cheap 450 the klx which is the one i wanted because i heard its a little down tuned compared to the others and i love it first off riding it it was scary but ive put 700 kilometers on it now and feel really comfortable. i also wanted a 450 for a bit more legs on the road.
Wr's are tractors but they go forever and are highly reliable. I do live riding my father in laws husaberg 450 but in the 5 years iv had my wr iv had to do nothing to it except for fork seals and brake pads
+JUICY If you are new to riding, don't even consider anything above a 250F. Keep in mind that a expert rider on a 250F will DESTROY 99% of 450F riders. More power doesn't make you a good rider.
I just got a wr and was worried about the maintenance having never done my own oil changes or services. I've done two oil changes and it's so easy, I wouldn't even consider that as a factor when buying a bike like this...it's one bolt to let the oil out and then you just fill it up with the bolt back in. I now do all the oil, filters and work plug stuff myself, easy to learn
10 minutes is what it took me on my first oil change. 2018 WR450F, literally the first bike I ever changed the oil on. And it takes only about 3/4 of a quart. Simple & easy.
+Ethan Westall If you are tall enough and want to stay on a 2 stroke, then a 125cc is best (KTM 125 SX for motocross). Don't upgrade from the KX85 unless you have outgrown it, or can ride faster than an 85cc bike is capable of going.
trust me tom , i put my 2015 wr450f thru hell and back each and every day and it never misses a beat , bought mine at the start of the year and havent looked back since
Love having the back to back first impressions. Keep up the good work :)
Bought a YZ450 2015 and this thing is a powerhouse, for a 450. 1000hours on it. Nothing major, the OEM chain and rear sprocket lasted 2 months and went through the chain sliders, really apart from oil and filter changes, for the beating I give it, i'm impressed.
+TheGraneable 2015 and 1000hours o.o what the fuck, did you buy it with 1000 hours ?
HardStyle I bought it the day the 2015 model was available, around March 2014 I think, then I literally slept on it. 8-12 hours rides every time.
8-12 hours per ride..... how is that possible, my max is like 30 minutes flat out on a motocross track for maybe 4-5 sessions, air filter change every 2 hours ride and oil change every 4 hours ride, how many times you done engine/pistons and clutch ?
Yes YZ450F. Yeah, I do them when I can. I'm not even doing the right intervals and this thing is still running great. I dont do motocross tracks, I do Aventure style. I go out with a fuel cell and a sleeping bag I stop when it's dark
love the WR vs EXC
I’ve come off a 2015 350 exc 6 days and bought a 18 wr450f. The wr new was $12,400 while the new 2019 350 exc 6 days was almost $17000.
I couldn’t justify the extra 5k at my age and style of riding. I will say that the wr450 is a tank in soft tight trails. It’s a real handful.
I absolutely love your enduro test rides... 10/10
I was going to get the wr at the end of this month but you definitely have put me off
Good review have watched all four vids and really enjoy back to back comparisons ! Very helpful and entertaining , keep it up mate
Have you ever riden the Zero fx? That thing moves especially down low :D
You should try riding a yz450f
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Frog and Hawk I paying 20 bucks for that shit
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+RideDigital Tv where he almost wrecked it :)
+Firenze1337 saved me 9 minutes and 35 seconds :)
Those blokes had an awesome setup for test riding.
you should get a 2003 or 2002 wr450f they are fun as hell and they lift their self alot you should get one sometime and when you get a custom exhaust and rejet it its literally like the best bike and most powerful bike you will know of
It seemed like you rode better on the Husqvarna, so interesting that you didn't like it as much.. maybe because it was the first one you rode of the bunch
They both have very short maintenance schedules. 500km for oil and 1000 for filter, plus valves and other stuff.
Great comparison, thanks.. have a soft spot for Yamaha's and agree they are more reliable. With KTM the main issue is there builds are cutting edge when it comes to performance and technology, and by that very nature are going to end up with more issues than something that has been tested to death like other manufacturers setups.
Tom, You gotta do a recap summary video after this with all the bikes you tested!
those street riding techniques out on dirt tho!!!!!(4:15) Tom, you the man bubs
+RidingWithTom I feel like am watching a TV series show with the back to back test ride. Lol love it
Damn I need something like this for the Winter down here in Germany.
Would you testride a Honda NM4 VULTUS? Would be special! @RidingWithTom
to bad you can't just do reviews on bikes. I like it.
hey Tom, you have to check out those betas by the yamahas. namely the 300 two stroke. you'll be impressed
Too bad he didn't and it'll be a long time until his next chance to do that
I have a 09 wr 250f and I love the he'll out of it
He will
HAHAHAHAHA
iv got the yz450f how does this compare? i want a road bike thats not gonna lose me my life or license like the r1 i just sold
You looked so much more comfortable and quicker on the Husqy 350 & 450 KTM. Reckon exhaustion played a role?
I think if you were going to ride for a few hours this would be the bike to have especially because you didn't have to take a break and your hands didn't suffer.
and in my opinion they're heavy af but when you're moving they are soooo agile and feel light
in this type of events i assume you payed something to enter and try all the bikes, but if you damage one do you have to pay for the damage or there is an insurance?
Why are so many people asking "should I get a 450 after a 250?" Unless you weigh over 100Kg or are an exceptionally talented rider, nobody needs a 450. 90% of the time a 250 is just as fast, unless you are a shit rider. On technical tracks a 250 is faster.
asdf898 I'm 114kg and about 118 with all my gear. So I got a 450f and it's seriously a handful. I'm a noob and thinking I should have went with a 250 ahahaha but the 60th yellow looks nice so I'll just suck it up lol
Maybe a KTM 350F is best for you? A 250F will haul you around pretty well, but it wasn't really built with that weight rider in mind.
Ain't no replacement for displacement
im 16 occasionally do a race, i went with the klx450r ive riden since i was tiny and i was looking at both the 250's and 450's and found a cheap 450 the klx which is the one i wanted because i heard its a little down tuned compared to the others and i love it first off riding it it was scary but ive put 700 kilometers on it now and feel really comfortable. i also wanted a 450 for a bit more legs on the road.
why did you not ride the 2016 450 if you rode a 2016 250 my understanding is the 2016 450 is a completely different bike to ride
Hey mate, do you know if this had the stock throttle screw in? They're a beast once it's been removed and remapped.
How smooth is the engine
The Huskys are owned by KTM now Tom, same bike with different plastics.
Nope. The boss of KTM owns Husaberg
www.motorcycledaily.com/2013/05/husqvarna-the-strange-aftermath-of-the-sale-to-ktms-pierer/
+Glynn - Moto Again. KTM doesnt own Husky. Piere does. his company does specifically.
not tempted to try a honda crf 450 or kawasaki kxf 450 or a suzuki rmz 450 then tom?
Nice bikes. Very versatile.
Indeed, better again when set up solely for the rider.
awesome bikes i would want to try that 2 stroke tho
Videos are great Tom thanks!
To save you time 9:37
ridingwithtom you are uploading more videos now
You should ride a full on motocross 450 like a crf450r they are monsters compared to the trail bikes like the wr450
Tell me about it. Tears my little 150 pound body up. The power is taxing.
I like daily videos Tom! Keep it up :D
Not sure if this is already posted; where did you find this test ride day?
This bike and the KTM are within just a few pounds of each other. The KTM may feel lighter, but that's all in the weight placement.
was riding one of these yesterday trust me they're beasts 😂🙏🏻
Wr's are tractors but they go forever and are highly reliable. I do live riding my father in laws husaberg 450 but in the 5 years iv had my wr iv had to do nothing to it except for fork seals and brake pads
You change the oil?
HJZ75driver does the oil get changed? or do i do it myself?
Ilov u Yamaha wr450f ?? Kapan ada di indonesia
would you recommend this as a first bike for dual sport i would only be riding local or is it to much power and i should get the wr250r
+JUICY If you are new to riding, don't even consider anything above a 250F. Keep in mind that a expert rider on a 250F will DESTROY 99% of 450F riders. More power doesn't make you a good rider.
Wr250 is an awesome bike for street and dirt.
Used to run a wrf250 but next bike will be a ktm 300
would the WR450 be a good bike to move up to after i get some more experience on my KLR250?
From my experience on KLRs, moving to the wr 450 would definitely be a good move up. The extra power just takes some getting used to.
A lot extra torque as well
thx much appreciated mate
How funny. I just bought the WR450F 2017 model
2 strokes are so much more fun!, In my opinion.
Would u recommend starting on this bike with l's or road bike?
+Nick Booth So based on your logic, would you recommend I take my learners drivers test in my Dad's Marauder truck?
Man I love this bike but fuck the oil changes. That's whats holding me back. The goddamn maintanence!
+Nick Booth Yeah man.
I wasn't even talking about the yz lol. I wasn't even talking about how it rides. All I said is that maintenance on the WR is a bitch.
Oh right all good dude.
I just got a wr and was worried about the maintenance having never done my own oil changes or services. I've done two oil changes and it's so easy, I wouldn't even consider that as a factor when buying a bike like this...it's one bolt to let the oil out and then you just fill it up with the bolt back in. I now do all the oil, filters and work plug stuff myself, easy to learn
10 minutes is what it took me on my first oil change. 2018 WR450F, literally the first bike I ever changed the oil on. And it takes only about 3/4 of a quart. Simple & easy.
Nobody does off-road and mx quite like the euro brands
did you get to ride the yz250 at this event or any Kawasaki's?
Ok mr devgru.
+ArmyRangers1983 Just a name that ive had long before the OBL mission. Not trying to impersonate anyone.
+ArmyRangers1983 Dad was in the navy for 20+ years, but not DEVGRU lol
+USN DEVGRU nice.
powerfull bike the 450
Still a cable clutch?
Skymonkey400 yes... always will be
Can you commute on this bike?
yes
but you need to add a few things
I think weight is a reason why people turn this bike into supermoto
nah just go Honda most relyable bike around
Not the endure bikes. Crf450x and 250x
Then why is your profile pic a Yamaha?
wr450f dont come street legal in the states.
My dad has a wr450 and a ktm300
I only have a kx85 and I'm wondering what bike I should jump to
+Ethan Westall Hayabusa
+Amundsenkalmah Not fast enough unless you turbo and NOS
+Ethan Westall If you are tall enough and want to stay on a 2 stroke, then a 125cc is best (KTM 125 SX for motocross). Don't upgrade from the KX85 unless you have outgrown it, or can ride faster than an 85cc bike is capable of going.
I think you looked way faster on the ktm 300
Ur right. Ur not a good enough rider. To do anything with bikes.
you drive that thing slow as fuck guy