A new horsey in the stable :D

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Skipper
Addict | Posts: 4029 | Joined: 01/08

Posted: 08/15/08
01:27 PM

Had to do it... added a new 2008 YZ125 to the stable last night

I just can't resist the little rind dingers!

Dave - how's your son's holding up so far?

Skip
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zackn291
Enthusiast | Posts: 334 | Joined: 05/08

Posted: 08/15/08
01:52 PM

Why did you decide to get a 125 when you have a big' ol 250?
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Skipper
Addict | Posts: 4029 | Joined: 01/08

Posted: 08/15/08
02:16 PM

In a word - fun. Nothing - and I mean nothing - is more pure fun than 125. A 250F or 250 2-stroke will out-gun it, but it's just not nearly as merry as ringing the nuts out of a 125!
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masterlink
Addict | Posts: 2444 | Joined: 10/07

Posted: 08/15/08
02:18 PM

Pics??
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Skipper
Addict | Posts: 4029 | Joined: 01/08

Posted: 08/15/08
02:24 PM

www.yamaha-motor-com has loads of pics!

I digital camera had a run-in with a can of parts cleaner the other day - I have to get a new one... dang, and I liked that camera!
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CHUD 1
Addict | Posts: 2335 | Joined: 02/08

Posted: 08/15/08
02:32 PM

LOL. Skip, just skip the middle man and buy the dealership, your gonna need the showroom space.

Welcome to the nut ringing 125 club!
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Nobody's gonna hurt anybody. We're gonna be like little Fonzies here. And what's Fonzie like? Come on what's Fonzie like?

Skipper
Addict | Posts: 4029 | Joined: 01/08

Posted: 08/15/08
02:53 PM

I've given it serious thought, Chud - don't tempt me!

Although a graciously accept your warm welcome, the truth is I have more hours logged on 125's than all the other bikes I've owned combined! I love 'em! This was the first season I didn't have a 125, and I missed it too much...
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MJP68
Addict | Posts: 2034 | Joined: 10/07

Posted: 08/15/08
07:46 PM

skipkh:
Had to do it... added a new 2008 YZ125 to the stable last night

I just can't resist the little rind dingers!

Dave - how's your son's holding up so far?

Skip

Glad to hear it!! congrats skip!! was it new or used??
price??
I know you're gonna love it!!

Dave never did give us his opinion on his sons bike did he??

I do strongly suggest the procircut pipe for better mid and up power, and it adds a lot more overrev. jmo!!
MJP68
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Skipper
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Posted: 08/15/08
07:57 PM

New for $4,699 +tax.

It'll be like my 3rd YZ125 - great bikes!

I don't recall Dave giving us the lowdown, but I'm sure he will...

I may put the PC pipe on, but first I'm going 1 tooth up on the rear cog, and see how I like it. From what I have heard, this last-generation motor rips bone stock
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MJP68
Addict | Posts: 2034 | Joined: 10/07

Posted: 08/15/08
08:17 PM

yes going to a 49 rear makes it much easier to keep on the pipe (im running a 49) I went 10 years without owning a 125, but i will say 1 ride on my 06 125 (it was stock) doomed my 03 yz250. I never rode it again.
you will find that the bike topps out very quickly and your shifter foot will be sore for a while!!
but the handling is amazing, throw on a 756 front tire
(pending the 403 b-stone comparison) and if you can wash out the front end its your fault. youve already tasted the suspension prowess on your 250's its much better on a 190lb bike.
MJP68
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bhorrigan
Addict | Posts: 3300 | Joined: 11/06

Posted: 08/15/08
08:18 PM

The only thing better than ringing out a 125 is having your buddy on one too. 125s are great because most competant riders can push them to the limits. Then when you and a friend have them both rung out and are racing to each corner it's just a blast.
bhorrigan
Bill H. 2000 CR250R