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Which model GET ECU do you have on your yz450f?
Is the ECU with the GPA switch/LC led model worth the extra money or is the standard ECU good enough?
The Shop
my ? is did you say the 15' yz250f would benefit from the engine mounts off a 17'? all of them or just a set? thx in advance. take care brother.
ps -I always put my grocery cart back in the rack
If you are racing and are fairly series the GET ECU with GPA and launch control is pretty cool! I can adjust my mapping on my phone, etc. However, if you just want to bolt on and go, the EVO without the GPA is just as good. I like to tinker a lot so I get all the trinkets to mess with! Enjoy!
Thanks for the kind words. I will continue to not have that "bro" BS, I promise! I will double check with TP but I am pretty sure all four engine hangers is what I tried. It's been so long since I did that test I will have to check again. It helped with cornering feel for me. Oh and thanks for racking your cart! Good man!
Does Dirt Rider have a set recurring test schedule (day, time, track or location, etc)? I'm retired and think it would be cool to listen in and watch how the testing process plays out between various bikes and riders.
BTW, if Dirt Rider is ever in need of a Technical Editor/Writer I'm qualified, available and very affordable (free)!
I know this because I grew up in the 90s and am still very obsessed with the 90s...to the point that I watch old Nationals on YouTube and drool over old Pro Circuit bikes on Vital . I've actually considered giving up my trusty CRF450R and KTM 350SXF for a 125/150 but my excessive girth curtails that wishful thought.
What is your take on the KTM 350SX-F? I bought a used 2016 and I can't decide between my 2014 CRF450R or the KTM. I hate jumping back forth between bikes but I just don't have as much fun riding the 450 anymore. Truth be told I would have never stopped riding 250Fs but that girth again...its a doozy. Thanks!
Also - If DR ever needs an East Coast editor I'm your guy. I live extremely close to Club MX and I can write. I would be honored to hang out there everyday and let you know how its going! Just a thought.
I am thinking of pulling the plug on my wallet and getting a 2018 KTM150SX in two months. I don't want the headache of having to pay for a blown 250F engine again.
Have you had any time on the 2017 150SX and can you give me your thoughts on the bike and what it may need added/adjusted?
Thanks.
I love riding the KTM 350 SX-F. It is one of the most fun bikes there is to ride. I mean the 16 350 SX-F is probably as fast as that 2014 Honda 450 you have realistically. When I go to a track like Milestone that is tight, hard packed and rutty the KTM 350 SX-F is one of the best bikes. The only reason I choose a 450 is because of the deep tilled soil at some tracks and getting over jumps from an inside line.
If we need an East Coast Editor, I am moving back east and riding with you!
Thanks! I currently ride a 125 after downgrading from a YZ250 (which was too much for my throttle whiskey hand) so I'm thinking the 150 might be a good fit. Rolling on the throttle is not my strong point.
Charlotte is a hot spot for Magazine Editors. Weege lives here, Basher moved here while he was with MXA... We have room for a Dirt Rider guy. Thank you for the info!
Pit Row
I like the SG12 a lot. It is very comfortable and the sole is really durable. However I still prefer a Tech 10 for my ankle protection. The Tech 10 takes longer to break in as the SG12 is almost ready from the first minute.
Has Keefer, Inc ever thought about testing products outside of the moto market? Like more "Keefer After Dark" type of products?
If the Japanese had an extra $500 to spend on an OEM 250/450, how do you think they would spend it?
Thanks for answering our questions.
I feel like almost all the US national tracks are prepped the same way and the same guys takes the top 5 spots in the motos. Southwick is the only track that can provide a bit of a shake up with the results.
So my question is: Do you think MX Sports should try to prep some of the tracks in a different way? It seems like all the tracks gets ripped really deep and that makes the racing very similar regardless of where the race is.
What are your thoughts on Vince Friese?
I see you have tested both the 2017 250SX and the TC250. The bikes are pretty much identical on paper, but do they have any differences as a rider - which do you prefer, or which (if you had to open your wallet) would you buy (and why)?
Thanks again.
I do like our tracks here in the states and think we do a pretty good job on prep, but you're right in the fact we need more different types of terrain. I felt like we had some of that in the 90s and that all went away. We need a hard pack track, a sand track, etc.
I don't think MX Sports needs to change the way they prep the tracks, but rather look for new venues with different types of soil. Regardless, I love moto and love watching both the GP's and AMA series.
On a side note I am a huge Cairoli fan after watching that dude ride the wheels off of his KTM in Trentino. Holy crap! Cheers!
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