YZ 250 Vs. Star Yamaha 250F (Video)

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Hey everyone,

Just wanted to share a video I thought you may enjoy, I got the opportunity to go up against Nick Romano on his Star Racing 250F on my YZ 250 2 stroke at the South of the Border area qualifier this past weekend. Although the Star bike definitely has the upper hand, I had a blast trying to stay close to it on the old reliable 2 stroke. Even had to throw in a little JS7 wannabe wall jump to try to keep up. Hopefully you all will see the YZ at some outdoor nationals this summer!

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-MAVERICK- 4/26/2022 12:13pm
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What's done to your YZ?
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FerCzD 4/26/2022 12:15pm
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My only comment: you are a fast MF
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sebastianer 4/26/2022 12:15pm
4/26/2022 12:15pm
Yes you did a good job keeping up with that superstrong 250f with long powercurve with your short and abrupt 2t power. you where also down maby 5hp from him.
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Deadric 4/26/2022 12:24pm
4/26/2022 12:24pm
Someone here deserves a shot on that Star bike! Very nice ride.
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LocalMB 4/26/2022 12:54pm
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-MAVERICK- wrote:
What's done to your YZ?
It has very minimal head and cylinder work so I can still run cheap gas, I'm running a stock pipe because I broke a Pro Circuit one I had recently, the suspension is stock, and it has vforce reeds. It doesn't sound like much but I always have a blast riding it
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LocalMB 4/26/2022 12:55pm
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Deadric wrote:
Someone here deserves a shot on that Star bike! Very nice ride.
Haha I appreciate the kind words but to be fair this was on a track I know I have raced quite a bit more than Nick. Either way I was stoked to be close but he's definitely on his way to being a great pro
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chump6784 4/26/2022 2:16pm
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Dude that was awesome, nice riding
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Braaaphole 4/26/2022 2:23pm
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Well dang son, you're kinda decent. Romano should dominate Loretta's this year just like he did last year and you definitely kept him honest.
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Mr. Robinson 4/26/2022 2:51pm
4/26/2022 2:51pm Edited Date/Time 4/30/2022 9:01am
Great ride man. Being that Star bikes' engine probably cost more than your bike, I think it makes you the winner.
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SoCalMX70 4/26/2022 3:10pm
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This just makes me miss my YZ...

You were haulin'!
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AH387 4/26/2022 4:50pm
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Awesome vid. Def were hauling the mail on that thing. Thanks for sharing!
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mwilcox349 4/26/2022 5:01pm
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LocalMB wrote:
Hey everyone, Just wanted to share a video I thought you may enjoy, I got the opportunity to go up against Nick Romano on his Star...
Hey everyone,

Just wanted to share a video I thought you may enjoy, I got the opportunity to go up against Nick Romano on his Star Racing 250F on my YZ 250 2 stroke at the South of the Border area qualifier this past weekend. Although the Star bike definitely has the upper hand, I had a blast trying to stay close to it on the old reliable 2 stroke. Even had to throw in a little JS7 wannabe wall jump to try to keep up. Hopefully you all will see the YZ at some outdoor nationals this summer!

Was this open pro sport 2nd moto?

You're ripping
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Hi Side 4/26/2022 5:37pm
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Matt has been riding really well this year and this proves it once again!
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Myke 4/26/2022 7:50pm
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Nice ride!!
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bite_the_curb 4/26/2022 8:04pm
4/26/2022 8:04pm
stock suspension as in stock valving..surely you had it re-valved?
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Bow977 4/26/2022 8:14pm
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That line you had where you were hopping the wall was fast.
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LocalMB 4/27/2022 7:22am
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bite_the_curb wrote:
stock suspension as in stock valving..surely you had it re-valved?
Believe it or not no I actually haven't had it re-valved, it's 100% stock with some clicker adjustments. I usually like the stock Yamaha suspension pretty good but it is currently in need of some servicing so it is starting to not work as well. For what it is, the stock Yamaha setup is really really good
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LocalMB 4/27/2022 7:27am
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Here's a few more views of that wall jump

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bite_the_curb 4/27/2022 8:29am
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LocalMB wrote:
Believe it or not no I actually haven't had it re-valved, it's 100% stock with some clicker adjustments. I usually like the stock Yamaha suspension pretty...
Believe it or not no I actually haven't had it re-valved, it's 100% stock with some clicker adjustments. I usually like the stock Yamaha suspension pretty good but it is currently in need of some servicing so it is starting to not work as well. For what it is, the stock Yamaha setup is really really good
that is impressive

how much do you weigh if you dont mind me asking?
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b8res 4/27/2022 8:49am
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Nice riding... very nice!!
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Ramrod 4/27/2022 9:20am
4/27/2022 9:20am
Nice riding man!

I have 2 bikes but one of them is a tried and true YZ250 two stroke and I have to say that it is pretty much a perfect bike. Kind of like a jack of all trades. For its' weight, power and handling it hits the spot, mx, trails or whatever.

Keep up the good work!
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Chris_Buehler 4/27/2022 9:23am
4/27/2022 9:23am
Nevermind you putting up 2-stroke up against a Star bike, throwing down against Romano is the story here. You haul the mail. Damn
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Moto X Racer 4/27/2022 9:59am
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Nice riding, U should race some outdoor nationals!
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gt80rider 4/27/2022 10:03am
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Nick is insanely fast... mad props for running with the dude!
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Ranman68 4/27/2022 11:30am
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That's impressive. I can't help but wonder what the outcome would've been if you just had the same suspension.
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snillum 4/27/2022 12:12pm
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Have you been contacted by any teams by chance?
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Gworm 4/27/2022 12:46pm
4/27/2022 12:46pm Edited Date/Time 4/27/2022 12:48pm
Also, that wall jump was cooler than the other side of the pillow.
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