Is there anything i should change on my new YZ?

[MCPHERSON33]

I just bought a brand new 2005 YZ 125 and i was wondering if anyone knows if theres anything special i should do to it to make it handle better or if there are any recalls on it???

 

[DEX]

set your sag correctly. It made a huge difference in the cornering for me.

 

[gonzo843]

Defnitly set the sag. If you have any questions or want more get ahold of Eric at Fat Max Racing. He's done all of my bikes and the suspension is incredible. Tell him Alex sent you. He'll give you a little better deal. http://fatmaxracing.com

 

[Chris_S]

throw the crappy OEM front tire in the trash! (assuming it's the same one that comes on the 250)

 

[jake949]

and the chain, toss it before it junks the sprockets

 

[Masterphil]

The first two things that come to mind, besides the chain and tire, are choosing a good 2-stroke premix oil, and gear oil. Personally, I only use Klots super techniplate and Mobil 1 15-50 full synthetic in my bikes. Besides those things, and getting your suspension done for your style/weight, just wait until you crash and break things before replacing them. Make sure the jetting is correct for the temperature/elevation too, that will make a big difference in performance.

 

[crazyYammi]

Depending on your weight getting it sprung properly makes a big difference.