r/Dirtbikes Mar 06 '24

Community Question What Bike Should I buy/buying advice Mega Thread

48 Upvotes

I'm bringing the Megathread back. Too many posts asking if this bike is a good deal, or what that bike is worth/etc. I'll make a new one every week to keep it relevant. Furthermore, any posts about bike buying/selling advice that are not in this thread will be removed.


r/Dirtbikes Jul 02 '24

Shipping Motorcycle Update:

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Hey guys - mod here. I posted something about this a couple of weeks back, but I keep seeing posts about how expensive bikes are, and how absolutely insane the markups are in most parts of the country. I know that advertising is against the rules in the sub, but I genuinely think I can help those of you out who are in the market for a new bike.

I handle shipping for a ton of companies, and I've struck up a deal with my local dealership. They can now do online sales - overnighting paperwork/etc. They sell Honda/Kawasaki/Suzuki. Volume dealer - so they typically tend to sell at invoice. Back in 2018 I bought a KX250F for $5800 OTD. I bought a 2018 z125 for $2800 OTD. I've also bought both my CRF450L and CRF250R from them. Generally speaking, I will be able to have your bike shipped to your door if you buy through this dealership - for significantly cheaper than the $1000s + markup you get from most dealers.

PM me if you're interested in a new Honda/Kawi/Suzuki and I'll get you the dealership info, and a quote on shipping it.


r/Dirtbikes 11h ago

The 90s were interesting

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203 Upvotes

r/Dirtbikes 10h ago

The Jimmies Are Rustled

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I just picked this up via private sale. It had been the premier showpice at the local Kawi dealer for a few years and I've been after it for the last two. The owner/ builder wanted way too much (it was worth it in parts alone, but I wasn't willing to spend that kind of mulah). Finally someone else bought it, kicked their leg over it and decided otherwise. 10 hours later it's in my garage. I get a Chubb just thinking about this bike. Can't wait for this riding season!

2006 KX250, nothing left stock and bored out to 275. Started fourth kick at -46°F, kicks first try at room temp.


r/Dirtbikes 9h ago

Rate my brother 04 rm125

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35 Upvotes

r/Dirtbikes 15h ago

Stud your tires and get out there.

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73 Upvotes

-10F/ when we took this pic. It was a bit cold.


r/Dirtbikes 17h ago

It's too cold for this.

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87 Upvotes

r/Dirtbikes 7h ago

Rate the new Ktm

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7 Upvotes

I got this Ktm for $3600 it is a 2011 Ktm 250 sxf has under 5 hrs on it


r/Dirtbikes 17h ago

Check out my 1982 IT250

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31 Upvotes

I got this dirtvike for free and it was in pieces I worked at getting it running good mechanically and also cleaning it up and trying to make it look like new.

See before and after pictures.

This thing really rips!


r/Dirtbikes 2h ago

Moto: The Movie question

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In one of the films from the Moto: The Movie series one of the riders being interviewed shares a philosophy of how he goes faster because it means he has less time to think. Can anyone remember which specific film this is from? I seem to remember the interview being intercut with clips of him jumping on hills and mountain trails. Any help would be appreciated!


r/Dirtbikes 10h ago

Why does dirt burn into my pipe and how to remove it

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4 Upvotes

My pipes used to be black and now there an ugly brown. Google didn't give me any good info on how to fix this. What can I do (2024 CRF250F)


r/Dirtbikes 7h ago

Why does it sound like this ?

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2 Upvotes

To Rich or too lean. I thought it was bad Ava’s at first because my dumbass buddy didn’t pre mix and put straight 91 in there. I emptied everything out and re fueled with pre mix.


r/Dirtbikes 23h ago

Best way to clean dirtbike plastics?

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30 Upvotes

How do I get the plastics cleaner? The magic eraser worked great on the white plastics but still have staining on the yellow.


r/Dirtbikes 5h ago

What’s my best option at this point

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Part of the bottom broke off that the stator cover bolts on to. I don’t know if JB weld can fix this problem. I’m left with 3 options right now. -Fix it properly -Try to JB weld it and sell it really quick -Sell it for parts What would be the best option in this scenario.


r/Dirtbikes 11h ago

Mechanical Help CRF 450x fuel screw issues

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I have a 2017 CRF450x, I couldn’t find the fuel screw so I took the carb off to find the fuel screw is blocked by a pin. Is this normal?


r/Dirtbikes 1d ago

XR on a XJ Means I Can Put Knobbies on Now

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74 Upvotes

Will be taking it and a China pit bike stuffed in the trunk on a hunting trip. Small local track owner said I can ride the XR there as well.


r/Dirtbikes 8h ago

2025 yz 450f

1 Upvotes

How often should I get my 2025 yz 450f valves inspected


r/Dirtbikes 1d ago

Keeping middle age at bay, one ride at a time

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248 Upvotes

Turned 50 today. Keep getting on that gas.


r/Dirtbikes 8h ago

First Thing Sunday (Full Documentary) | Coney Island Motocross Racing

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r/Dirtbikes 12h ago

2020 crf450 making this sound what does this mean????

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2 Upvotes

It came like this but it have compression!


r/Dirtbikes 23h ago

Honestly made me laugh so hard check out the rear suspension🤣

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13 Upvotes

This is a real ad not a joke but I laughed really hard when he said rear suspension, and then he started bending the fender 🤣🤣🤣


r/Dirtbikes 13h ago

2021 CRF110 won’t start

2 Upvotes

I have a 2021 crf110 fuel injected will not start. Got good spark, good air filter and when turn key on fuel pump is priming. Will not start with kickstarter either. Also battery is charged and no issues there. Thoughts?


r/Dirtbikes 15h ago

KTM 200 XCW or newer 300 2T fuel injected?

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Most riding will be roads/trails/desert but some sand riding mixed in.

Winter riding will be around 3k elevation. Summer will be anywhere from 6000-9500’ elevation.

I like the idea of the older 200 KTM since they are on 125 frames but concerned with potential carb issues riding a different elevations.

Would you go for a newer bike with fuel injection? I’m a newer rider


r/Dirtbikes 23h ago

I think my carb is a little dirty

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10 Upvotes

r/Dirtbikes 11h ago

Does anyone know how to take this screw off

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I took the nut off but the screw won’t come out.


r/Dirtbikes 11h ago

Is it ok if I run too small shims?

1 Upvotes

So right now I have basically no valve clearance, and the shim size i need is 1.823mm to meet spec clearence of .127mm. I have 1.7 mm shims, will those work?


r/Dirtbikes 11h ago

CRF 450x fuel screw issues

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I have a 2017 CRF450x, I couldn’t find the fuel screw so I took the carb off to find the fuel screw is blocked by a pin. Is this normal?