I Bought A 2024 KTM 300 XC-W TBI (First Impressions)

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Жыл бұрын

After a year of trail riding kids bikes I decided it was time to get back on a smoker. With the introduction of Throttle Body Injection in 2023, I patiently waited for KTM to bring it to the EXC / XC-W model. Thankfully a year later we finally have it and I just so happened to get my hands on one thanks to the good people over at ‪@AOMC‬
Having skipped the entire TPI generation of bikes I think you will be surprised to hear my thoughts on the new TBI model. I absolutely loved my 2018 which was the last year the XCW came with a carburetor, and with the '24 supposedly being a 90% "new" design, I guess I was expecting a bit more.
Regardless of my "seat of the pants" diagnosis, this dirt bike is a fantastic machine that I look forward to racking up some hours on and beating myself up in the woods.
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@daviddeming8102 Жыл бұрын

Good to see an honest first review from someone who isn't a pro or elite rider. I think it's easy to get caught up in the hype of a new bike when they are reviewed by riders who can actually tell a major difference. I can't afford a new bike, nor do I ride at a level where I could really tell the difference between my new to me 2018 300XC and a 2024 model. I'm just thrilled to have a bike with e start. lol

@richyrob45 Жыл бұрын

Exactly I’ve been look at a 2023 300xcw for 7999 and I know the 2024 is extremely better on all levels but I am not going to spend 12999+ for something I can’t really tell the difference because I don’t ride at a level to tell the difference in older bikes to newer bikes

@fattie2550 Жыл бұрын

@@richyrob45just get a new YZ250X. E start is over rated

@Bryan-Hensley Жыл бұрын

I have spent over a thousand on KTM starter issues. I'm ready to go back to kick starter

@daviddeming8102 Жыл бұрын

@@fattie2550 after getting my first bike with e start, I would never go back. For an intermediate rider it’s a day saver on technical terrain where the bike is constantly being shut off. Fortunately my bike has a kick start as well.

@fattie2550 Жыл бұрын

@@daviddeming8102 I’ve got E Start also and it’s definitely nice.

@obomasinladen Жыл бұрын

I'm so here for the man in the van that pulled up and instantly did a one wheel peel. MY GUY

@obomasinladen Жыл бұрын

also, congrats on the beautiful bike. Enjoy it!

@Tilliy2wheel Жыл бұрын

Gotta have fun!!! 😁🤘

@TheOutsideDev Жыл бұрын

That honk made me jump pretty good 😂

@snowfreak207 Жыл бұрын

Dudes a party on wheels

@mbrick Жыл бұрын

@@TheOutsideDev me too. I was waiting for the diff to let go on that one wheel peel.

@dantheman4life Жыл бұрын

Aww, man, here we go! Good luck. Excited to see you have fun with this one!

@drfrank001 Жыл бұрын

finally honest review on 24 300 ... I was about ready to trade my 22 300 in based on all rave reviews I kept hearing on 24's... you saved me thousands... THANKS

@billcotton1551 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful machine Tanner! Congrats! Good to see Tilley again.

@Tilliy2wheel Жыл бұрын

Thank ya! I’m glad to be back out riding with Tanner again!

@jmarcinko1139 Жыл бұрын

Congrats man! Glad you like it. I’ve been thinking of going the 2 stroke enduro route, but not sure I’m ready. Only have had two dirt bikes a crf230 and now the wr250r dual sport. I’ll definitely stay tuned for more KTM content. Enjoy!

@farfan2752 Жыл бұрын

Finally! I was waiting for this moment! Can wait what you do with the bike! I have a 2022 xc 300 tpi and i love it! ❤️

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

More to come for sure! Thanks for tuning in!

@blucola3 2 ай бұрын

A very, very good review and So detailed and easy to understand. THANKS!!

@cwcadventures9987 Жыл бұрын

Crazy to hear you’re not blown away. Crf300L is my first and only current bike. I’m a amateur at best but like the slow speed stuff. New suspension and re-geared to 14-45. Just took it up the “most difficult” trail full of boulders and loved every second of it 😂. I’m in inwood wv let’s ride together sometime!

@samscola585 9 ай бұрын

“It’s a kabota” lol I love it. I picked one up about a month ago but been recovering from an injury, I can’t wait to ride it a little before snowfall here in Maine ! Love the videos man

@mbrick Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. I resonate and have the same comments about really liking the 2017-2018 but not being interested in and skipping the TPI generation. Once TBI was announced, I was waiting for it to land on the XC-W line. Will keep watching to see what riders have to say.

@the_g371 10 ай бұрын

I have 2019 TPI, zero issues and imo the only good year for them, I'm skipping ever since and will be skipping this 2024 as well, since KTM for sure will have some circus with them, need to wait for aftermarket to catch up and it's simply ugly.

@mxgryan Жыл бұрын

Great video Tanner. We appreciate you over at @AOMC !

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ryan, happy to help represent AOMC!

@JoshuaCussins 10 ай бұрын

I have 2019 TX300 and it only weighs 217lbs. I put a lectron carb on it and its amazing. I bought it brand new for $10,000 and some change.

@slowboat_8651 Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah!!!! Congrats on the new whip

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! 👊🏻

@hermitrob5481 Жыл бұрын

I'm 54 (we have 250F's as well. They're bulletproof) Love my 23' XCW 300 (including the front fender) best bike I've ever owned. Road a 24' the other day and it's the best motor and chassis KTM has ever produced imo. Be psyched to grab one in a few years. Def the first person that thought it was "eh"

@lukefish7562 Жыл бұрын

It’s about time! Got to mix it up every once in awhile! So glad I added a te300i to my Hondas last year. You can’t beat them in the woods. The tbi suppose to be a lot better than tpi and I’ll likely upgrade at some point. Enjoy that beast! Like your buddies Norden. I’ve got over 3100 miles on my Norden 901 Expedition and love it! A good ADV and a two stroke are all a man needs! And at least one CRF of course! 🏍️💨 Edit-“I’m not Billy Bolt, I’m Hillbilly Bolt” nice one Tanner 🤣 I’m using that!

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lukefish, good to see you still tuning in! Definitely can't argue ya with you there haha

@2wheelcommoner Жыл бұрын

Heck yes bro! Killin it! Lovin the bike!

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! 👊🏻 more to come!

@jamesking4225 Жыл бұрын

Great review ,the front fender ,and them hand flags are ridiculously huge

@rickcummins6198 Жыл бұрын

Congrats Tanner !

@PunchingCacti Жыл бұрын

Nice addition to the channel! I still miss the kx100 vids tho :(

@dcemx5360 Жыл бұрын

class video this mate, well enjoyed it 7

@Superdisco199 Жыл бұрын

Well done man, takes balls to be honest after spending that kind of money. I raced at state expert level and have ridden/owned pretty much everything and I'm happiest on my Honda 250x (with mx ergo's) I love reading the constant revisions to the KTM's and get a little excited but then I ride them back to back with someone's 25 year old CR and I prefer that.

@450R Жыл бұрын

Beautiful bike! 💪🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@wherewithalmoto Жыл бұрын

Now I see why Tilliy isn't on the kdx anymore! Congrats on the new bikes!

@ncguy6518 Жыл бұрын

Owned KTM carb, several TPIs, and own a 23 300XC TBI now. The XC TBI is by far my favorite Ktm to date. Not even close

@ktmnumber23 Жыл бұрын

I own a 24 300 xcw and I rode it side by side with an 18 250 xcw last weekend. They’re night and day. The throttle response on the 300 alone makes it worth it. Ride them on the same day and you’ll get a clearer picture!

@shaunbean5553 8 ай бұрын

Does the 24 xcw feel much heavier then the 18?

@simongilbert2704 7 ай бұрын

a very sobering and honest view ,,, thanks , well done ;;

@the_rocky_mountain_rider 2 ай бұрын

I just got the 2024 GasGas EC300, and love that thing. I was riding a 2022 EX350F for two years and needed more low end power. What the 350 did well, the 300 does great! I agree with your thoughts on the suspension, certainly much more plush. Not that the 350 was a bad set up, but glad I made the switch, especially for the riding trails around here.

@equalizer4633 Жыл бұрын

Very nice, i've been drooling over this bike. The HardEnduro version is over 15k here, i'll have to keep riding my KDX for the next 20 years or so lol.

@sandysmith7485 Жыл бұрын

@bmxguy300 Ай бұрын

KDX’s are nice, I love old two strokes but a KTM XCW is not even in the same planet. This is a professional level hard enduro bike.

@RacerX400600 Жыл бұрын

Love hearing about the 250f in comparison. I have a TE250 and am considering a 250f to train on.

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

They are both really great bikes but ultimately are still set up for different kinds of riding. There are just some things that the power of the 250F would not be capable (or fun) on but in general is a great bike to master basic skills on.

@dirtrider11271 Жыл бұрын

Finally! He's back!!!

@coburna5 Жыл бұрын

Dude! You’re in my neck of the woods!

@voidcomm14 11 ай бұрын

Hey man nice that you included the 250f in your comparison, here in my country a ktm weapon is really financially salty, the 250f not so much really obtainable. Good trails, enjoy the bike.

@Burritosarebetterthantacos 8 ай бұрын

I’ve never been on a dirt bike but rode BMX, mountain, and then sport bikes for years. I’m afraid I’ll fall in love.

@bikemancody2752 Жыл бұрын

I got one last week. Congrats. 24 300 xcw. I also have a 21 W. Had a 17 W from new.

@nismojilger6078 10 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! How would you compare the 17 to the 24. I have a 17 300 and I’m wondering if it’s worth jumping to a 24 or not

@justincoull2166 Жыл бұрын

Great to see enjoy it

@Bgo909 Жыл бұрын

These are the times where a man feels like a man!! Hopping on a new shiny ktm and that smell of the pipe starting to turn blue, thank you brother for allowing us to come along on your good day. Now go put on some damn pants and safety gear. Lol

@Montana_Motorized Жыл бұрын

Nice review! I hate the shrouds a lot more than the fender so I bought a Husky.

@wadesworld746 Жыл бұрын

Is nice to see purple on a bike again. Haven't see that since the KLXs from the 90s 😊

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

I know! Definitely my favorite colorway in many years!

@chrisescue6555 Жыл бұрын

First review that really wasn't trying to just sell me the newest ktm. I appreciate that! But I am hoping to see some upcoming content with the ktm and beta on some tough stuff!!!

@arlo12345678910 11 ай бұрын

Sick bike homeboy! Great choice.. funny how quickly brand new dirtbikes start looking like older well loved dirt bikes. That's why i stopped buying brand new dirtbikes.

@GEEona_grom Жыл бұрын

Ronnie Mac that front Finder 😂 🪚

@grantbowen5047 Жыл бұрын

Proper bike!

@Seek_ADV Жыл бұрын

Damn that’s a nice bike - I wanna see more Norden content

@mmaaddict78 Жыл бұрын

Sweet bike! It seems like that ‘24 has a lower, bassy note on camera compared to the previous models.

@TheKitchenTechnician Жыл бұрын

Buddy, in the van!!! I would’ve never noticed, but the front fender does look like a pelican/ toucan beak from head on. Like some kind of angry Disney bird. Sorry, just sayin. I have a new 2023 Beta 300 RR after four Yamaha WR 450’s and it is a revelation! I have no doubt you are going to love that bike and it is probably the first KTM that I would ever own but I’d have to take a lot of ribbing from my friends if I bought one. Cheers and thanks for the great video!

@mschumaker1 Жыл бұрын

awesome bike. You are so much better than a C class rider, you have excellent balance and clutch/throttle control. Come do an EROC race with us sometime!

@TimmyTwoTuck Ай бұрын

I have a 2017 250 xcw and looking to pick one of these up soon! I’m worried I’m going to miss the carb though lol

@frasermacmannis614 Жыл бұрын

Curious to see how much you will ride the 250f now? Just finished my Bruce suspension front/rear. Strange being on a bike meant for my weight!

@outfitr9703 Жыл бұрын

Probably keep my mint '18 300 xcw with lots of goodies then.

@gregtheos9309 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the video. You aren't "blown away" by the new suspension?

@jpezman1 Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah! Come out to Idaho and lets rip some single!

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

So down! Need a west trip with this one for sure!

@NickPavlica 4 ай бұрын

I actually really like the front fender and wish they would have done something similar years ago.

@TheJjs33 9 ай бұрын

I just picked up the 2024 husky 300 pro, apparently I'm first one in New Jersey to get one.

@janmozdzynski 6 ай бұрын

Cool video! One question: what's the brand of these fancy pants? Love them (besides the bike)

@crjmoto Жыл бұрын

Keeping my 2018 carb'd 250 xcw forever. However, I did recently ride a 2023 TPI Husqvarna and it was so much smother in every way. I'm much more a fan of the concept f TBI over TPI though

@stephen1144 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tanner, great video, I understand your not blown away by the 2024 is it the mild manner of the motor, is it a little more tame then you expected, do you think the XC would have been a better choice, I heard that the general consensus is that the XC-W is very nice but tame. I’m certain a lot of riders would really appreciate your thoughts on this. Either way man enjoy the beautiful ride,

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Thank you Stephen! Power is fine honestly it is more about traction anyways and you are right that's why they make the XC, I guess I was just expecting a much bigger difference overall from my '18.

@coburna5 Жыл бұрын

So cool, you went past my road, and then past my college (Marshall University- Huntington,WV). First video I’ve watched on your channel. Coincidence……I think not. I’m also an Ohioan. Are these Wayne National Forest trails?

@travisbarr5367 Жыл бұрын

I'd like to see you get an old school trail bike like a Honda XR400R or any XR-R series bike

@cooganbeggs4942 Жыл бұрын

Same but the CRF250f is pretty much an XR250r with e-start

@travisbarr5367 Жыл бұрын

@cooganbeggs4942 True, but I think the XR-R series is the better trail/play bike because it's as simple and basic as they come, and there are more size options. I am too big for the 250f and 250r. The 400r with a couple of small mods should be the right size for me, engine and bike size. The 650r is probably to much bike for a beginner rider like me. I'm 6'10" 255lbs I need a big bike lol

@cooganbeggs4942 Жыл бұрын

@@travisbarr5367 Can’t comment about how good the 250f is because I haven’t ridden one but our boy here raves about his and I just watched a vid the other day saying its just like the XR but with fuel injection and estart. Id get one in a heart beat if they could be road registered in my country. I do own an XR250r for off road and its an absolutely unstoppable beast, particularly with Gordons mods. I imagine the 400 would be a beast too. I don’t like too much power in the trails. Your a biggy brother, I reckon a 600 could be struggling under you!

@RAILWAY_FILMS Жыл бұрын

looks like it has more than enough power that's for sure

@TheDirtyBirchTrails Жыл бұрын

Looks like the redesigned pipes are smaller giving more useable torque at the bottom !

@dirtbikefun Жыл бұрын

Hello Tanner, great information and video thanks. where in the States are you? Looked like some nice trails. From sunny UK 🙈

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Hey from overseas! Thanks for tuning in - were in the midwest currently!

@last-life 12 күн бұрын

I'm on a CRF125FB (my sons) and I love it. But i need to step it up to a bigger geometry. 6'2" new rider - looking for the next dirt bike. Budget can be anything. Terrain is super gnar technical rocky mountains. Not sure what to get.

@Jthumper Жыл бұрын

What tractors better, this or the x trainer? im inly 5'8 and only ride hard single track. Currently on a XR250

@vincent3656 Жыл бұрын

How do you wheelie it on such terrain? My backwheels just spins everytime I barely step one the gas.

@RustBeltFab_ Жыл бұрын

Feeling good! Might go drop $12,000 on a new bike. 😎👍🏻 Have you ever thought about getting a Rekluse clutch? I’ve heard it helps with slow riding. I guess you aren’t supposed to be able to flame out with one. 🤷🏼‍♂️

@Perish277 Жыл бұрын

Sweet bike! Where did you get your bike hitch carrier?

@RC.56 9 ай бұрын

I’m looking for a first bike in my adult life. Plenty of street bike time though. Was looking at a newer 350 xcf or xcfw. Had not considered 300xcw. What for you like better about the 2t? Thanks

@Motolympics Жыл бұрын

Didn’t see this coming

@JacobYoces Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah

@dring83 Жыл бұрын

man that sandwich look good save me some!!

@davidbabbitt106 Жыл бұрын

Which map do you prefer, the mellow or aggressive?

@shaunbean5553 8 ай бұрын

How does the 2024 300xcw feel weight wise compared to the 300 tpis? Can you feel the extra weight difference?

@airindiana 5 ай бұрын

You should try an EXCF350 (not sure what they call it in the USA), if you like the 4T. I’ve got an FE250 after owning a TE150 and love it. Little tractor.

@gregjensen5797 Жыл бұрын

Lucky!

@TheKitchenTechnician Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more with your TPI vs TBI observations. My concern is how the rear of the piston on a TPI gets lubricated properly. Just air hitting it from the intake through the reeds!? It’s no surprise they went back to TBI. I guess euro regs may have been initially responsible for TPI. I’m surprised you were able to get your hands on a new 2024. It’s going to grow on you the more you ride it. Cheers from north eastern Ontario Canada!

@tomasvelecky181 Жыл бұрын

Not air, but air with oil - the oil input from the pump is to the intake. Only gasoline is injected. But it is true that if the piston is attached to the TPI, it is usually always on the intake side.

@the_g371 10 ай бұрын

I have TPI in EU - it literally came with two pipes - one to pass the technical inspection, another to ride.

@stevenllewellyn8906 7 ай бұрын

Didn’t age well 😂. The 23/23 TBI are having issues during high revs. Supposedly the rear of the piston is contacting the crank. Thousands of cases unfortunately…Kymco cylinders prolly didn’t help things either.

@jamesgeorgevellavella1961 Жыл бұрын

Ktm should be giving you bikes by now lol. You are literally the reason why so many are putting $ on the 24 300 including myself as I didn't want a tpi being honest.(Husqvarna i get cheaper also however the Erzbergrodeo is on my bucket list lol.) You only live once & unlike wine, your health doesn't improve with age. Stay safe brother

@leky1645 Жыл бұрын

Bro got the 2024 version before 2024 was released

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

😅🤪

@user-jt8xw6fd1v 2 ай бұрын

She's a BEAUT Clark! A BEAUT!

@billdeck9766 Жыл бұрын

four stoke power delivery is way different than two strokes. the softer suspension of 250f will allow you to get traction pretty much anywhere. The 300 is more of a torque runner compared to any 250. Wring out the 300 like a 250 and you will be using brakes alot.

@stevef8065 Жыл бұрын

In your narrative when you wrote “After a year of trail riding kids bikes....” were you referring to the Honda crf250f as that bike a kids bike?

@JasonFrankenstein Жыл бұрын

I recently sold my 2 stroke to get into a 4 stroke. I definitely miss the power at times. The KTM 300 really tickles something inside me...

@Cd55650 Жыл бұрын

What 4 stroke did you go with? I have a 2020 300 xc tpi and I am always keeping the 350 excf in my head..

@bhardt55 Жыл бұрын

What gear you pull those wheelies in parking in?

@trips-and-tips5252 11 ай бұрын

Where were you riding? That place looks awesome!

@thomassanio8745 Жыл бұрын

Sips fuel. Could one got 50 miles on the stock tank? Thanks for the excellent review, I have wanted one of these for a long time but will drive the 250 X-C W as well for comparison.

@AdventureDaily Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I'll have to do a fuel range test soon. Really depends on the style of riding.

@UploadCreated Жыл бұрын

bring the 24 to hillsville or wellsville!

@user-sw7pz9uh5s 8 ай бұрын

TBI is a great motor but Im selling mine, I only get 45 miles on a tank and the location of the fuel pick up is not ideal. Yes I can run a big tank and get 60 or so, but still pretty weak! Other reason is the chassis is rigid. I was shocked after jumping back to my 23xcw how plush the chassis is!

@douglassfwilson Жыл бұрын

Did you but the map switch?

@lukekelly5115 9 ай бұрын

im not a fan of the mx 33 front but there isnt a better tire to do everything with than the at 81 rear

@jamieroach3828 Жыл бұрын

They need to put a betting system in for hpw long his bikes last before he replacing them. I reckon 15 months

@ryanmckenzie3326 Жыл бұрын

Do you every get poison oak or anything when riding

@Burke396 Жыл бұрын

Please tell me you kept your 250f.

@enduro_j Жыл бұрын

First mods, luciolo and v33s gummy.

@douglasyoung3992 Ай бұрын

I'm Holding Out for a 350 cc 2t Enduro because I need a little bit more power.

@firstamendmenttshirt4768 Жыл бұрын

Second, you finally got a real bike. Does she fit on that one?

@perfecthips 4 ай бұрын

How long can you ride for on one tank of fuel?

@tmitch8639 9 ай бұрын

What fuel are you running?

@motozz8258 Жыл бұрын

likely to end in tears but let us know , rack up some reving hrs !

@Kenji_Hirai Жыл бұрын

I wish we had and could ride in woods here. You can only drive on-road

@moonlightdrive7000 Жыл бұрын

got to ask, what rack do you use to load the bike?

@toddlemasters Жыл бұрын

Looks like one from harbor freight