2001 Yamaha XT225 Dual Sport reviews

Had the bike for a couple of years now and I must say that it has done everything I wanted it to. I wasn't sure which bike to pick as a beginner, and I feel I have made the right choice. It gets about 65 MPG & is great for putting around town. I've had it off road a few times & it works very well. Keep in mind that I'm not a pro rider. I had one problem the second time I took it offroad - I think it got too hot & it wouldnt start.(A friend had to bail me out!) That was probably due to my inexperience, since I haven't had a problem since. It's a fun bike to ride! I was wondering if anyone could tell me where to get some aftermarket parts - they seem to be hard to find!

I just got my XT this weekend i put 10 miles on it when we got home. as of now our family has 2 XT225 they run great and have very little miles on them. my dads is a 2000 and mine is a 2001. they both have alot of power and will do a wheelie easily if you want it to. mine i have not trail ridden on. but it does get a little washy in the sand. im only 14 and 5 foot 6 and its perfect. great bike for amatuer to pro riders.