Yamaha introduces XTW250
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sandalscout
Adventurer
Did they actually announce that it is going into production, or just a prototype still?
Martinjmpr
Wiffleball Batter
That is wicked cool! The TW-200 has always been one of my favorite bikes from a standpoint of looks - I just love the fat tires! If I ever get a little D/S, the TW is at the top of my wish list (the Suzuki DR200SE and Kawasaki Super Sherpa are there, too.)
A 250cc adventure bike? Nice. I have always liked the idea of 'doing more with less.' In the 3rd world you rarely see a motorcycle bigger than 200cc, there's no reason you couldn't do some pretty amazing travel on a 250cc bike and with that small engine, MPG (and range) would be awesome.
A 250cc adventure bike? Nice. I have always liked the idea of 'doing more with less.' In the 3rd world you rarely see a motorcycle bigger than 200cc, there's no reason you couldn't do some pretty amazing travel on a 250cc bike and with that small engine, MPG (and range) would be awesome.
Scott Brady
Founder
I think the concept is fantastic, especially if it comes in around $5,000 new. Once you leave the big highways of the developing world, these little machines make so much sense. It has a cool look to it too.
goodtimes
Expedition Poseur
The TW-200 is a quirky little thing. I never really liked it, but I didn't really dis-like it either.
My girlfriend wasn't ever a huge fan of it either. The ergonomics just didn't work for her. She prefers the DR-200 that we replaced the TW with - and so do I.
The only downside that I find with the little bikes (keeping in mind my use & riding style) is the lack of power for the freeway. Sure - it will go the speed limit, but it is WFO and screaming for mercy. IMO - they are better on the back roads where the speeds are sub-60mph. For low-speed exploring, the little bikes are so much nicer than the big bikes.
Scott Brady
Founder
The Kawasaki KLX250S is a cool bike. Long travel and 6-speed. Of the small DS bikes I have ridden, this is my favorite:
Dave Bennett
Adventurist
Streakerfreak
Jan-Kee
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I'm extremely happy with my choice in bike and the price new is fantastic. Only beef with the bike is the range since its only about a 1.9 gallon tank, but that's easy to deal with.
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Martinjmpr
Wiffleball Batter
The Yamaha XT-225 used to have a 6 speed, then they replaced it with the XT-250 and a 5 speed. Cost cutting measure I guess?
I would so love to get an older TW and trick it out like that!
Except for the dual headlight - I don't really care for that look except on the Triumph Speed Triple.
I would so love to get an older TW and trick it out like that!
Except for the dual headlight - I don't really care for that look except on the Triumph Speed Triple.
sandalscout
Adventurer
Had I known a little more about bikes when I bought mine, I may very well have leaned toward the KLX250S over the XT250. Don't get me wrong, my XT250 is a cool, simple, easy to ride bike, but the KLX has it beat in a few places.
ravenranger
New member
The XTW looks like a two wheeled tonka truck!
I definitely agree that a 'small' adventure bike is a nice way to go and still like my old NX250 - definitely ahead of it's time.
I definitely agree that a 'small' adventure bike is a nice way to go and still like my old NX250 - definitely ahead of it's time.
whatcharterboat
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I like really like the bashplate / shovel idea........was trying to work out what the T-handle was for clipped on above the muffler but must be it. Not that I have ever really wanted a full size shovel before on a bike but hey, it's still neat.
And yeah, I reckon a 450 would be a perfect size for something set up to carry the type of loads you'd expect without working too hard.
And yeah, I reckon a 450 would be a perfect size for something set up to carry the type of loads you'd expect without working too hard.
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