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Dirt Biking with Donnie
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Приєднався 8 лют 2008
I started riding in 2017 with my son Chase. I really enjoy Harescramble, Enduro and Sprint Enduro racing as well as play riding with friends. I post unedited race footage as soon as possible after each race and typically follow up a week later with a Race Recap video. When I'm not racing I try to mix in other how-to videos, group rides, etc.
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Race Recap | Windwood Farms Harescramble | SECCA Round 6 | Plantersville, AL | YZ250FX
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Highlights and commentary from SECCA Round 6, the Windwood Farms Harescramble in Plantersville, AL on May 11, 2024. My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode...
SECCA Round 6 - Windwood Farms Harescramble, Plantersville, AL | 5/11/2024
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0:00 Intro 0:14 Lap 1 24:40 Lap 2 50:06 Lap 3 1:16:02 Lap 4 1:42:28 Lap 5 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7d830ef5c90cf1950a5df42c37e1ef...
Race Recap | The Homestead Harescramble | SECCA Round 4 | Prattville, AL | YZ250FX
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Highlights and commentary from SECCA Round 4 at The Homestead in Prattville, AL on April 6, 2024. My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7d830e...
SECCA Round 4 - Homestead Harescramble, Prattville, AL | 4/6/2024
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0:00 Intro 0:23 Lap 1 11:53 Uh oh 36:26 Lap 2 1:09:00 Lap 3 1:42:01 Lap 4 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7d830ef5c90cf1950a5df42c37e1ef...
Race Recap | Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | Clanton, AL | SERA Round 2 | 3/24/2024
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Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 2 | Clanton, AL - 3/24/2024 | YZ250FX
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0:00 Intro 0:33 Test 1, Loop 1 16:10 Test 2, Loop 1 28:11 Test 1, Loop 2 44:05 Test 2, Loop 2 56:17 Test 1, Loop 3 1:11:23 Test 2, Loop 3 1:23:10 Test 1, Loop 4 1:37:55 Test 2, Loop 4 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SERA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Th...
Race Recap | Bonita Lakes Harescramble | SECCA Round 3 | Meridian, MS | YZ250FX
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Highlights and commentary from SECCA Round 3 at Meridian OHV in Meridian, MS on March 16, 2024. Check out vampiretearoffs.com My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #VampireTearOffs #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbik...
SECCA Round 3 - Bonita Lakes Harescramble, Meridian, MS | 3/16/2024
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0:00 Intro 0:13 Lap 1 24:56 Lap 2 50:27 Lap 3 1:16:12 Lap 4 1:42:37 Lap 5 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7d830ef5c90cf1950a5df42c37e1ef...
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Race Recap | Reynolds Run Harescramble | SECCA Round 2 | Stanton, AL | YZ250FX
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Highlights and commentary from SECCA Round 2 at Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club in Stanton, AL on March 2nd, 2024. My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=u...
SECCA Round 2 - Reynolds Run Harescramble, Plantersville, AL | 3/2/2024 | YZ250FX
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0:00 Intro 0:11 Lap 1 32:12 Lap 2 1:06:34 Lap 3 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SECCA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=7d830ef5c90cf1950a5df42c37e1efdf&camp=1789&creative=9325...
Race Recap | MMA Sprint Enduro | Meridian, MS | SERA Round 1 | 2/25/2024
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Highlights and commentary from SERA Round 1, the MMA Sprint Enduro in Meridian, MS on February 25, 2024. My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SERA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=dirtbikingwit-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=...
MMA Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 1 | Meridian, MS - 2/25/2024 | YZ250FX
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0:00 Intro 0:30 Test 1, Loop 1 17:26 Test 2, Loop 1 40:51 Test 1, Loop 2 57:33 Test 2, Loop 2 1:21:24 Test 1, Loop 3 1:39:07 Test 2, Loop 3 My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #SERA As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=di...
Race Recap | Gobbler Getter National Enduro | Stanton, AL | Perry Mountain MC | 10/29/2023 2
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Highlights and commentary from the 2023 Gobbler Getter National Enduro at Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club in Stanton, AL on October 29, 2023. My eBay Store Link: www.ebay.com/usr/dehelms #YZ250FX #sera #nepg As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It doesn't cost you any extra but it helps support the channel when you use my Amazon links. Thanks! www.amazon.com/?&_encoding=UTF8...
Gobbler Getter National Enduro - Test 1 | Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club | Stanton, AL | 10/29/2023
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Gobbler Getter National Enduro - Test 1 | Perry Mountain Motorcycle Club | Stanton, AL | 10/29/2023
Race Recap | Big Cypress Enduro | Robertsdale, AL | Grand River Motorsports Park | 10/15/2023
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Race Recap | Big Cypress Enduro | Robertsdale, AL | Grand River Motorsports Park | 10/15/2023
SECCA Round 9 - Dry Creek Harescramble, Montevallo, AL | 10/21/2023 | YZ250FX
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SECCA Round 9 - Dry Creek Harescramble, Montevallo, AL | 10/21/2023 | YZ250FX
Big Cypress Enduro | SERA Round 12 | Robertsdale, AL - 10/15/2023 | YZ250FX
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Big Cypress Enduro | SERA Round 12 | Robertsdale, AL - 10/15/2023 | YZ250FX
Race Recap | Tiger Creek Enduro | Ovett, MS | 10/1/2023 | SERA Round 11
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Race Recap | Tiger Creek Enduro | Ovett, MS | 10/1/2023 | SERA Round 11
Tiger Creek Enduro | SERA Round 11 | Ovett, MS - 10/1/2023 | YZ250FX
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Tiger Creek Enduro | SERA Round 11 | Ovett, MS - 10/1/2023 | YZ250FX
Race Recap | SECCA Round 7 | Homestead Harescramble, Prattville, AL | YZ250FX
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Race Recap | SECCA Round 7 | Homestead Harescramble, Prattville, AL | YZ250FX
SECCA Round 7 - Homestead Harescramble, Prattville, AL | 9/23/2023 | YZ250FX
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SECCA Round 7 - Homestead Harescramble, Prattville, AL | 9/23/2023 | YZ250FX
Race Recap | Tuscahoma Crossing Sprint Enduro | Butler, AL | 8/27/2023 | SERA Round 9 | YZ250FX
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Race Recap | Tuscahoma Crossing Sprint Enduro | Butler, AL | 8/27/2023 | SERA Round 9 | YZ250FX
Tuscahoma Crossing Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 9 | Butler, AL - 8/27/2023 | YZ250FX
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Tuscahoma Crossing Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 9 | Butler, AL - 8/27/2023 | YZ250FX
Race Recap | Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | Clanton, AL | 8/13/2023 | SERA Round 8 | YZ250FX
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Race Recap | Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | Clanton, AL | 8/13/2023 | SERA Round 8 | YZ250FX
Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 8 | Clanton, AL - 8/13/2023 | YZ250FX
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Hillbilly Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 8 | Clanton, AL - 8/13/2023 | YZ250FX
Race Recap | Fox Pen Sprint Enduro | Kentwood, LA | 7/30/2023 | SERA Rd 7 | YZ250FX
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Race Recap | Fox Pen Sprint Enduro | Kentwood, LA | 7/30/2023 | SERA Rd 7 | YZ250FX
Yamaha YZ250FX Oil Leak Repair and Valve Clearance Check - #YZ250FX
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Yamaha YZ250FX Oil Leak Repair and Valve Clearance Check - #YZ250FX
Fox Pen Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 7 | Kentwood, LA - 7/30/2023 | YZ250FX
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Fox Pen Sprint Enduro | SERA Round 7 | Kentwood, LA - 7/30/2023 | YZ250FX
I have a 2021 yz450f and it’s beginning to have a hard time starting and idle when cold
Hi Donnie, I've been enjoying watching your videos! I'm new to dirt bikes but not motorcycles (I road race sports bikes). I'm looking at the 20/21 and the 22/23 yz250fx's and I know that you have both. Is the 22+ considerably better in your opinion? And is the extra cost of a 22 worth it? Thanks in advance and keep getting better!
They are virtually the same bike. The 2020 model did need a ECU reflash at the dealer to remedy the slow start/plug fouling issue, so if you get a 2020 be sure to ask the prior owner if that reflash has been done. Otherwise, the 22 and up models got a minor update to the counterbalancer to reduce vibration at high RPM, but it's very minor. You would have to ride both back to back to tell a difference. You can't go wrong looking for the best deal for any of those model years.
@@DirtBikingwithDonnie awesome - thanks for the feedback Donnie!
I know this is an older video. Came across it just looking around. Beautiful bike in the video. I’d like to find one like it as I return to riding. The new ones are pricey for sure. I hope you’ve enjoyed these 6 years since making the video. Still have the bike, or have you upgraded??
@@bertbumble I kept that bike for 4 years and put 300 hours on it. I sold it a couple of years ago. Great bike. I’m on a 2023 Yamaha YZ250FX now.
do you know how to open the hidden menu of hifree 5th wheel ebike?
Excellent video !
@@thetubelesschannel Thanks for watching!
Great to her the kiddo is riding more again.👍 Sorry to hear about the hand and I pray it heals up well and leaves your hand stronger than ever.
@@Randy_Cox Thanks Randy!
The clip of all those people on the course is ridiculous. I race with the Oklahoma Cross Country Racing Association, and I have never seen people do like that. Most all people here are pretty considerate of the racers.
I need to change the piston and rings on my yz250fx. Do you have a video for that?
Glad to hear you are on the mend. I really enjoy watching your videos. Are you concerned that the 2025 FX will have less bottom end torque? That seems to be the reports on the '24 motocross bike that it will be based on (250F)? Maybe not as much of a concern for GNCC style racing?
@@GNR325 Thanks for watching! Yeah, I’d like to ride a 24 250F but haven’t had the opportunity yet. The engine is mostly the same except for timing chain components so it should be interesting to see how it compares. I do like the fact that it’s much narrower up front.
@@DirtBikingwithDonnie From what I have watched the thinking is that the changes to the air box to bring in more air has improved mid and top end but has cost bottom end. The moto guys don't seem to like that they can't carry 3rd through some corners anymore. Check out some of the online tests. Sounds like the 450fx may be more rideable in the woods now for the same reason I guess.
How tall is the moose oil change stand? Thinking about making one. Thanks
@@jsouth1919 16 inches tall. The width of the top bar is 16”. The base is 18” wide by 13” long. It’s all 1” square tubing.
Great video
@@andreagarmon6895 Thanks for watching!
Really great video!
@@jacobmccloud1097 Thanks for watching!
Nice review
Where can i find yz250f 2018 cant find it???
Glad to hear the surgery went well. Good to hear Chase is riding more.
@@Tankerman Thanks David.
good one mate. i wanna make the video clips in shorter segments.
Ouch, looks like a painful place to have stitches. 😮 Get healed up!!
@@froghismightyit6543 Thanks Frog!
Glad your feeling better.
@@Itsjondillon Thanks!
Hope to see you back on the bike soon. I’m thinking about buying the ‘25 model too. Yamaha seems late to the party with Honda and Kawasaki already releasing info on their “x” models.
@@Travis_125 Yeah, I’m hoping they will release the info soon.
Would be I meant
Sup Donnie,, would me interested in that Husky if you sell it
@@76-thriller76 Cool, I’ll let you know.
Great update and glad you're doing well. I have neck procedure end of this month with TOC and gave my A rider buddy my bike to ride in the WORN series until his new bike comes in. Hope to see you soon.
@@bamawewin3565 Thanks, I hope all goes well with your surgery.
Did you keep the lump as a souvenir? See you out there soon! 👊
@@ftc559_ haha, no I wanted to be done with it. 😀
Glad to hear you are doing well. Thank you for the link to the video with the maps you are using. Ran both in my yard during break in. Sure felt much less snatchy. Hopefully i will get to Croom this weekend for the first woods ride. Happy 4th.
@@michaelanderson1727 Glad to help!
Thanks for the update Donnie and happy to hear you’re doing well. I recently picked up a 23 WR250F (came from a 2020 model). Excited to see the new lineup later this year. Have a great 4th 💥
@@fynn8252 Thanks and congrats on the new bike!
Glad to hear your doing well.
@@fordboy85 thanks!
Good deal Donnie! Glad to hear things went well with the surgery. Hate you had to miss the Perry Mountain 24 Hour race. It was a blast!
@@NicholasBrownC Yeah, all that rain really made that race interesting. I hate I missed it. 😀
Great videos! Finally picked up a 24 250fx Was wondering if you have any woods maps you are willing to share?
Thanks for watching! I really like the Keefer Hard Hitting map and I rarely change it. It's not really a woods map but it's my favorite. Here's a link to a video where I share the specifics of the map at the 4 minute mark: ua-cam.com/video/sB0nzTzLCuo/v-deo.htmlsi=iTEK6MM0pxyXWFaE
Thank you! Wishing you a speedy recovery
I just need a lock on my carrier for peace of mind. I have the sport model with normal antiwobble and I use retractable ratchet straps way better option for bike tie down. great video
Hi Donnie, I know this is an older video..but I was wondering if you remember the feel of the Xcop cartridge setup you had installed in The XC150...I have a GPX TSE300L that has 48mm Xplor copy forks and I ride on a MX track . The forks are just to soft for it, they have had springs replaced and stiffer valving, only to still bottom often and go through the stroke to much. So I was wondering if you remember the compression adjustment giving you better bottoming resistance and better hold up. Thanks 😁👍
I still have the 150 and the xcop is a great setup. It’s much more adjustable than the stock xplor. Chase does ride tracks occasionally and it handles the jumps fine but it is on the soft side if you’re riding tracks primarily. Call Steve at Fastlap and he will talk through all your options. I think he can valve the xcop kit differently for that purpose. His contact info is in this videos description but let me know if you have any trouble finding it. Thanks for watching!
@@DirtBikingwithDonnie ...Thanks..I am gonna try him out.👍
So you can use motor oil As transmission oil as well?
leatt goggles, and Blur optic goggles have kept everything out of my eyes. 100% suck
Love to see your rides buddy
It's really gonna hurt if you crash at that speed.
Epic videos keep. It. Up stupids
I recently bought a ‘24 YZ250FX. It’s my first bike and I still have less than 10 hours on it, but I love it so far. Great power, suspension feels good, very fun to ride overall.
I couldn't agree more on the stock suspension. It's valved way too stiff for off road, especially out west where you run into tons of rock washes. I couldn't believe how much stiffer the 21FX is VS my Yz250x.
FYI the manual (at least for a KTM 150) says the gap in the wrist circlip needs to point forward or backward, not up or down.
Question; Is there an option on the Rad Rover 6 UI to change tire size? I can't seem to find it!!! Thanks!
What is the exact exhaust model did you used?
I’m getting a 24 250fx on Tuesday and I’m kinda nervous because I’ve heard they have problems starting and rod bearing problems have you had any problems
thanks Donnie I just got me a 2024 yz250fx I just got done with the break in part I am going to warm it up today and change the oil I am new to Dirtbike racing in trail racing coming off of my Honda TRX 450R I chose the 250 over the 450 YZ because I just feel like a 250 is more then enough power. and I am thankful. I did the Jason rains Yamaha Demo Ride last weekend road the 250FX and I liked it so much I did not even get on the 450YZ I am a B level racer on a ATV but this is totally different It might take me a little while to get use to it I will probably run C class Definity not D class until I get use to the balance of the bike and get use to the tighter trails on dirt bikes and then I will move back up I am 46 years old I will ride the North Carolina hare scramble series. this is a new chapter for me it will be race number 279 when I start in 2025 Part time about five races a year I am done with winning championships I have 4 all together 3 in Dirt bike Motocross 92 93 on a 1988 Yamaha YZ 125 and 95 I had a 94 Honda CR 250 and switched to ATVs in fall of 95 and 97 I won the 4 stroke B championship on a 92 TRX 250 X so I raced every 4 stroke ATV Honda ever made thats the Crazy part 300 EX 400EX and the 450R stayed of ATVs until Now I have a combined 46 wins in everything looking forward to it .I remember Scott Summers I use to love watching him Man handle that Big XR 600 in those Tight GNCC Trails back in the day LOL
Sup Donnie, you still have that TE150 ?
Yes, still have it. Great bike.
Would you want to sell it?
@@76-thriller76 No, that’s Chase’s main bike. He wants to keep it for now.
Gotcha, cool.🤙😎
I haven't worn anything with water in it since my early days of racing. It's not that I don't appreciate it. I just know that I can make it through without taking a drink. I'd rather keep up the pace than fumble with getting water and looking like a dork.
Any issues with the rack covering the license plate?
On your topic of starting, the best finish I've ever had in a big class is a third place. That race, my bike didn't start first kick. I left the line dead last in a class of 13 to 14 people. I worked my way through the pack with diligence and consistency to my first podium finish. Starts don't matter when the goal is endurance.
Donnie good luck with the hand!
Thank you!
Great Job Donnie and hope for a speedy recovery and your back riding in no time
Thanks!
speaking of snakes. we went over there to ride after the race and on first lap i saw a huge rattlesnake
Yikes, I can tolerate rat snakes but I want nothing to do with a rattler.
👍✊