Honda CRF300L Review On & Off Road. Good trail bike? Ideal first motorbike? City commuter Dual sport

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We review the new 2021 Honda CRF300L Trail Bike! We are the first UK motorcycle channel to review this new bike (other than owner reviews).
This much awaited dual sport motorcycle has been rather delayed by Covid19 and Brexit, but we finally got our dirty hands on it, and put it through it's paces, on and off road. We treated it like 99% of it's potential buyers and as with all our reviews, put ourselves in the shoes of the likely buyers. It's not a full-on hard enduro race bike, but a mild mannered trail bike, ideal for weekend off roading and daily commuting. We look at it for what it is.
We look at the engine, power, torque, handling, suspension, ride, on and off road ability, good points and bad; we look at the brakes, gears, shifting, mirrors, wheels and tyres, horn, seating position, suitability for taller riders and what is the ideal height. We look at ground clearance, speed and acceleration, exhaust sound and more. We also discuss the Rally version and how it compares to the ever popular Royal Enfield Himalayan. Is it as good, same or better? We find out!
A lot of people say it is too softly sprung - we give you our verdict.
We tell you the service intervals and price.
Can it do wheelies? Is it suitable for new riders or if you've just passed your test and got yourself a motorcycle licence (A2 in UK and EU - full licence elsewhere)?
We have been using the SHAPEHEART Smartphone Mount for Motorcycle Handlebars in order to use our Apple iPhone as a satnav. It attaches really easily and the magnetic back is SUPER strong!
Use our discount code MDATOM to get it for a bargain price! www.shapeheart.com or www.shapeheart.com/collection...

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@nelsonchicas27 3 жыл бұрын

Probably the best review video I’ve seen on KZfaq! You guys are impressive. Been looking at buying this bike for a while, I feel like this is the perfect bike for me now. Thanks guys, keep up the good work!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, much appreciated!

@markdescoteaux8627 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one. After researching the reviews and videos it was a no brainer. I've been riding for forty eight years and I know a good bike when I see one. For my application it's perfect, It's nimble, low maintenance, looks good, burns regular gas and it's a Honda. All those reasons really help when one lives on an Island eight hundred miles off the coast of Alaska in the Barring Sea. Be safe.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! What a place you live in! 👍🏼

@savage22bolt32 2 жыл бұрын

You have a Honda dealer out there?!?!

@cesarmarquez7120 Жыл бұрын

Can I ask what you do for work there?

@markdescoteaux8627 Жыл бұрын

Good day! I run a water plant for the city. This is Gods country and my black lab catches two foot Salmon in the streams! Closest dealer is 800 miles to the north and the only way to get the bike there is by barge, in a crate. The low maintenance 300L is a great choice. I modified the hell out of it as soon as parts were available! This bike is so light it feels like I'm sitting on a mountain bike but I've got 30 hp right there. ------ I tightened up the free play on the throttle and that stopped the clunking going into second gear. Be Safe.

@angryviking4496 3 жыл бұрын

Great video guys. Buying the 300L here in America. 62 years old and can't wait. Money was no object and I chose this over the KTM 690. Gotta have a bike that will last me for the next 40 years. Hahaha

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Great choice! Can’t go wrong with a Honda! 👍🏼

@dougrobertson8336 3 жыл бұрын

My situation also.

@johntheaccountant5594 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Thailand on a farm and it is the ideal all round motorbike as light and competitively priced. The Honda CRF300L is manufactured in Thailand and it is 138,000 baht (£3,285) on the road in Thailand from Honda dealers.

@brobrosu1600 3 жыл бұрын

🤔Mmm...¿+-3800€? In the European Union, Honda dealers sell it + - 5,500 € 😡🤬.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that's great!

@heithwatkins 3 жыл бұрын

Actually this is a great bike for anyone. Experienced riders can have a blast on motorcycles like this. You can go places that most people never do. I love it.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Yes we’d certainly agree with that 💯👍🏼

@georgesweaton4623 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on lads best review by far and it’s not windy

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes no wind! For a change 👍🏼👍🏼

@john1911ccw Жыл бұрын

I bought a 2021 CRF300L new and you find a better dual sport for the money. No Real complaints, but I would’ve liked to see Honda make it a true 350cc with 35hp. Any how it’ll take you anywhere just as is. Remember folks, it’s a Dual Sport and not a Motocross Bike. Years ago I had a DR 650. I liked the power, but it was top heavy and hard to manage in deep sand and mud. The CRF300L is well balanced and easy to control and KEEP UPRIGHT! I ‘m 65 and living in West Virginia . Ride safe my fellow European and Aussie bike enthusiasts!

@john1911ccw Жыл бұрын

That’s supposed to read you cannot find a better dual sport for the money

@forestgreensmile 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for all the work, details, and different scenarios described in reviewing all your bikes...especially this one!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying 👍🏼👍🏼

@brandonjoseph3422 3 жыл бұрын

This is the most fun bike every bike enthusiast must have . Great review, the most in depth in KZfaq on the 300L. Thanks.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes it’s great 💯👍🏼

@evoermine 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what it was but this seemed your best video yet. Nice and relaxed and not too scripted. Great stuff lads.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! We’re never scripted by the way. 👍🏼👍🏼

@sunsetpoet-songwriter8323 2 жыл бұрын

most reasonable and practical reviews of the bike that I have seen.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼🙏

@ollilaine3265 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review, you get good idea what the bike is all about. Keep these reviews coming, lots of fun watching you too!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Much appreciated 👍🏼👍🏼

@hatchetjack1031 2 жыл бұрын

My son gave me an XR-250 ...so I think I'll go ride it. Loved the vidio, good quality, but you guys are so cool we'd watch anyway 😎

@thisandthat1265 5 ай бұрын

Great review. Ive been worried about the soft suspension, im 85 kgs (no evil kneviel) so it should be ok for me.

@bag-of-bones485 Жыл бұрын

I just got mine about 350 miles ago. I couldn't be happier it's the perfect dualsport in my opinion.

@alexanderoutlander.1040 2 жыл бұрын

Really really amazing video. The quality of the images were excellent and the language too. I mean quite understanding.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@mannymonster3509 3 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled across this channel and would like to say what a fantastic video/review, you guys covered everything perfectly. Definitely considering buying one now. Thanks for the great content!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you found the channel and enjoyed it, it’s a great bike! Make sure you subscribe for more reviews and bike videos 👍🏻

@michaellee1663 3 жыл бұрын

Great review guys on a bike that really appeals to me. Oddly enough today, I was cycling through Burrough on the Hill & saw a 300 Rally in the car park, so I stopped and spoke to it's owner. He is loving his too.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

That’s great! It really looks the business!

@duncanallen6431 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one guys! Glad you got an exclusive keep it up! 🤘🏼👍🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! 👍🏼👍🏼

@filthy-casual 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering what to buy as a road trail bike, thanks to this excellent review my decision has been made easy. Thanks a lot 😀

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Really glad it helped 👍🏼👍🏼

@donaldsoncole3095 3 жыл бұрын

Finally, a review of a bike just about everyone can afford !!! How do you keep the thieves from stealing the bike ? This would be to easy to throw in a van or truck!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes that’s always a problem. 🤔

@angryviking4496 3 жыл бұрын

Get theft protection on your insurance and you should be good.

@chrisbolton5461 3 жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video. Well done and keep them coming.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 💯👍🏼

@domdedola578 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review gents, thoroughly enjoyed. Great camera shots and I like the split between stationary camera work and riding throughout the video.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! That’s how we do it! Have you seen any of our other reviews?

@domdedola578 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan i haven't but i will certainly be watching more!

@mar0364 3 жыл бұрын

Always fun watching you guys. I’m going to check one out.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes go for it!

@michaelcayer8358 Жыл бұрын

I watch a lot of bike reviews, particularly as a new adventure bike prospect. From that perspective, I think your reviews are absolutely fantastic & incredibly value-added. You seem to strike a near perfect balance between providing factual bike information with your opinions of the same, but also with those of other viewers, including existing CRF300 owners, BEFORE you released your review. Nice. Also, genius how you simultaneously & smoothly incorporated the needs and riding experiences of 2 very different riders into a single comprehensive review. As I am certain that you are also aware with her 1.5 M subscribers, the young Dutch lady, adventure traveller & fellow rider that you referred to, is known as Itchy Boots, not itchy knee, or any other itchy body part :>). Enjoy seeing the expanding range of bike types you review, especially with the rapid growth of the adventure bike market. Dozens of new models just released, so keep 'em coming!

@ozziejim8472 3 жыл бұрын

A good down to earth review Thanks boys.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro 👍🏼

@anthonydendle4768 2 жыл бұрын

Watching your video really helped me understand why the front brake hose is the size it is as watching you ride its the flex point to the brakes and down the bottom go to a sorta stiff shaft instead of having a loop down low to snag on stuff offroad , great video keep up the great work cheers from downunder in Australia 🇦🇺 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes that’s exactly right 👍🏼👍🏼

@rotax636nut5 3 жыл бұрын

I love it and it might be just the bike for me, thanks for the great review lads

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks buddy 💯

@nathansealey6270 3 жыл бұрын

It reminds me of a cross between the old Yamaha DT & the Honda CL350, great bike & very glad Honda are still producing things that are different.

@marktuohy4427 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video..plenty of details and good tips about the bike

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Glad it helped 👍🏼

@jb-lu4vo 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and wonderful motorbike, thanks and take care both of you.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Ditto 👍🏼

@saymyname3097 Жыл бұрын

I bought and use mine for the sole purpose of going on exploring trips 1 to 3 hours from home here in Portugal. Love the adventure.

@razorsharpbt124 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, guys! I'm loving mine! It's a great all-around bike!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy Great to hear! 💯

@davidmuir6849 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review I’ll be getting one this week Cheers Dave from Scotland

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks buddy 👍🏼

@bakercompany5065 2 жыл бұрын

Really really helpful video! Well done to you both, nice review on British roads and very in depth and answered questions I was looking for! Thanks!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful. Please subscribe if you haven't already. We've got many video reviews on our channel.

@joecamel6835 2 жыл бұрын

You think our roads are any better ? pfft

@bakercompany5065 2 жыл бұрын

@@joecamel6835 I didn’t say our roads were any better I said it’s nice to see a review on British roads meaning how it handles on our back lanes and main roads!

@NeoRimeOnline 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely excellent review! I think I'm going to order one for next spring.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes go for it 👍🏼👍🏼

@maigetzee4274 3 жыл бұрын

Subscriber from Tanzania and you mention serengeti, I'm happy

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Wow awesome! Thanks buddy. I have seen many nature programs about your country; so beautiful!

@hugosoenen749 3 жыл бұрын

Well done guys, very good review straight to the point, and very useful, cheers

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@booboo1141 3 жыл бұрын

Always informative and entertaining!!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@rider7806 3 жыл бұрын

Great video guys, very nicely done. Cheers from the USA. :)

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@astrostrotch 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent real world review.

@Davidlouis3 5 ай бұрын

Get mine on Thursday can’t wait 👍

@stevegresty4181 Жыл бұрын

Great review guy's, this is has advanced it to,"I need in my life list" 😁😁

@Scoottoots 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I am impatiently waiting for mine to be delivered here in BC Canada. A reflector not meeting DOT issue is adding to the delays. Just want to ride it:-) I owned a CRF250L (2013) for 7 years. Loved it. This should be even better.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes it’s a fabulous trail bike and really nice on the road too

@Tarekelkebeer 2 жыл бұрын

I am really thinking about buying this bike after watching your review, i love your reviews btw and waiting for the honda rebel 1100

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Great bike indeed. Hopefully we will get a Rebel 1100 soon

@JorvikMoto 3 жыл бұрын

Great review guys as usual. I'm really a big fan of the smaller capacity bikes and love the mechanical simplicity of bikes like this. I have a little Suzi Van Van 200 as well as a larger road bike and on the country roads round where I live it's an absolute blast. They are the sort of roads where you rarely get above 50mph so the extra power of a bigger bike is pointless and the weight penalty of the bigger bike is actually a hindrance and slows you down compared to a lighter nimbler bike. Something like this would be a very tempting alternative to the Van Van.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy ! Yes good points! 👍🏼👍🏼

@kopkoon 3 жыл бұрын

Great reviews really good to no the rpm at 60 and 70 mph on all the bikes you test as some bikes seem to be reving high at cruising speeds

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Yes we think it’s an important consideration 👍🏼

@dixpac 3 жыл бұрын

Love your channel, my favourite.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated 🙏

@maxlane9210 2 жыл бұрын

Really good reviews, keep it up!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

@charlesfoster141 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review with fantastic and very best engine sounds! You must have a mic right next to the exhaust. I just got my 2021 Honda CRF 300L and look forward to many happy hours of riding it mostly on road. I am in the process of lowering it a bit like I did with my Kawasaki x300 Versys. The x300 is a completely improved motorcycle after lowering it 1-1/2". I expect the Honda will improve likewise.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. That’s great 👍🏼

@freddy7700 3 жыл бұрын

Great review boys, as always. I consider to get me one as a light alternative, besides my heavy HONDA Varadero XL 1000, which I'm still in love with.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. They are nice little bikes

@caseyf8054 2 жыл бұрын

Good review. I think Honda has a home run with this bike. They aren’t super easy to find where I’m at in the states either. May wait until spring to see if they change colors for next year or not. I will say the bike looks sharp though. It looks even better with color matching hand guards on it as well.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s really very good 👍🏼👍🏼

@beans4491 3 жыл бұрын

Hi gents, what a cracking review. I had the 250 version for a while and i did find it a little under powered but i must admit i really like this new version. Hope you’re both well and of course kind regards.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. It’s really nice! Still not powerful but fine for buzzing around the countryside

@charlesfoster141 2 жыл бұрын

Itchy Boots has switched from her Royal Enfield to the Honda CRF 300 Rally! Her name is Noraly. I never miss her updates. Best video on KZfaq for motorcycle adventure/duo sport riders!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Not something we watch, but I know she’s popular

@kevinpollard1550 3 жыл бұрын

Brill review lads love your videos keep it up

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 💯

@benzinschnueffler187 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't knew that it came stock with the little helmet lock and mini side case. That's awesome!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely

@ThyBlackWings 3 жыл бұрын

Not fan of the color, but that bike is exactly what I need, damn. Cool review guys, thanks!

@edwardlawson9200 3 жыл бұрын

Aftermarket plastics are cheap for the 250, wait a while and they will be available.

@eduardodedios8213 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of great info, good job 👍🏽

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼

@charlesfoster141 2 жыл бұрын

I love my 2021 Honda CRF 300L!! I do most of my riding on paved roads. I am 68 years old, 5'-8" tall and weigh 269 pounds. I began riding at age 15 and was almost fearless in those days. My first motorcycle was a Honda 125 Euro with twin cylinders but only one carburetor. It had a speedometer that read in kilometers. I sold that bike for $175 and purchased a spanking new 1970 Honda CB450 DOHC with front disc brake. I later rode CB 750 Honda's, Goldwings, Sportsters, 1200cc BMW's but now I have downsized to a Honda CRF 300L and my Kawasaki x300 Versys and could not be happier with those choices. For the paved road travel the Kawasaki gets my vote and for off-road riding it's the Honda CRF 300L. Nice having one of each, especially these days with $5.00 p/gallon gasoline.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

They are superb bikes! Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@claretbuck1882 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review chaps thanks 👌🏻

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 🙏

@WheelieGoodTV 2 жыл бұрын

This is a brilliant video guys! I have been looking into this side of biking for a while but didn't know where to start. I am looking to expand my all round riding skills which I think this will do greatly. I am also a motovlogger who fortunately lives on a farm in Ireland so whilst the roads are unusable for bikers in the winter where I live, my fields will be perfect with one of these I think. I'll be calling my dealer @megabikes tomorrow. Super production and thanks for sharing your wisdom. Dave

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! We’ve also just bought the CRF250RX (most recent video) which is the full on racing version. Your videos are great by the way!

@richie10ee 3 жыл бұрын

Cracking review chaps!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@jonathanmellish4439 3 жыл бұрын

Good review guys. The CRF250’s are very popular for all the reasons you mention. The price is getting pretty close to the KTM 390 Adventure which is a similar weight so I would check that out as well.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes!

@rodrigovillaran2774 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and a great motorcycle too, thanks a lot

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy

@BicepsAndBikinis 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review! Nice bike too. ❤️

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Lovely bike indeed 👍🏼👍🏼

@MrJlk1973 3 жыл бұрын

Great video guys keep up the good work 👍 I've ordered my crf300l 3mts ago carnt wait to get it!! Come on honda get them delivered to Dudley west Midlands please 👍 👍 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! We bet you can’t wait! 🤞🏼👍🏼

@MrJlk1973 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan hey thanks for the reply!! All the best Jason 👍

@brobrosu1600 3 жыл бұрын

GREAT and nice vid!👌 One of the best vids of the CRF 300L. And review Voge 500 DS 21'?. Thanks and regards ✌.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Unlikely we would get the Voge (too Big Bird!)

@tsevetgestoorde Жыл бұрын

i love you guys. Thank you for the video.

@craighoneywell5632 3 жыл бұрын

Great review gents!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

@kiplambel4052 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Very informative and realistic. MY only problem is that there are none available here in California.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. That’s a shame 😢

@colmhaughey7001 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered X3 a little project in Laos for new year to keep me busy On/Off Road yours around beautiful Laos I’ve got a few full competition Enduro bikes KTM/ Honda very high maintenance schedule oil/filters ever 15 hours quite costly the little 300L is very low maintenance offering reliability and simple fun so I’m sure they will be the perfect machine for my project Cheers

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely! I just sold my CRF250RX and know exactly what you mean!

@tomberrisford6006 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 💯👍🏼

@DaveInCanada081 3 жыл бұрын

I wish it had led lights like the CRF300L sold in Thailand and Asia.

@brobrosu1600 3 жыл бұрын

...¡And more power!👍

@jackchristodoulou197 3 жыл бұрын

And Australia I just brought one

@simongilbert2704 3 жыл бұрын

yes , your right about the soft suspension , another reviewer has pointed this out , but he said it did not bottom out so all is fine ,, also you can buy aftermarket shocks, yss and hagon . good bike, just to note your mike sound is now crystal;;;

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. 👍🏼👍🏼 We’ve invested in another new mic and ironed out the teething troubles 👍🏼

@SteveSeadog 3 жыл бұрын

Great review and great video. Sound quality was excellent - with no annoying music! 🤣 I'd love to buy a T-shirt, but where's the link to your website??

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve! The engine is the tune we like to hear! You can find the teeshirts in a row under every video, and in our store tab on KZfaq which takes you there. Any problems let us know 👍🏼👍🏼

@Aimexpousa 2 жыл бұрын

Great review guys!!!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@Nick-gi6ym Жыл бұрын

Great review thank you

@n111254789 3 жыл бұрын

Terrific review guys. I just pre-ordered mine here in the USA. I've been debating whether or not to just go ahead and order the rear shock from Nitron or wait. I grew up racing mx so I'm definitely swapping over to some more knobby tires and probably changing the front sprocket for a little bit better acceleration. That pipe looks heavy as hell but it is certainly quiet! It does look soft there is a lot of sag but as you said it's stock preload. I feel here for the gravels and hills I intend on taking it up. That back shock will probably bottom out even at max setting so I'll most likely. So Nitron rear shock and change the fork oil will probably be needed but I'll update this when I get it. I'm definitely getting a skid plate though that engine being exposed is concerning. I'm basically using this a road legal dirt bike with more relaxed service intervals than my 450 and something with a steel frame instead of aluminum. Anyway fantastic video guys you covered everything. Good to know on the shifter that it could need adjustment you're the first to mention that which is great.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes the rear is ok for light stuff with a lighter rider but for anything more gnarly, probably best to stiffen it up. It still felt nice even with all that sag so anything to improve it would be even better

@maxialberto284 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. It is a tool. And yes, it is perfect for the 10 miles commute, back roads, look after some cow on the loose, this kind of thing. And I can only imagine the Ol’man lowering on this bike in order to gain one more mile per hour, awesome.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy! Yes absolutely right! 😁👍🏼

@JoJo-hc4dj 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and love this bike 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks hun! ❤️ Super bike indeed 👍🏼

@jimdoolan2277 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks just ordered one down here in new Zealand 🇳🇿 😀 Cheers 🍻 also ride a suzuki v Strom 1050xt and a kawasaki vaquero 1700 all great bike so about time I got a honda 😀 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Just need a Yamaha to complete the lineup haha

@tomivancic10 3 жыл бұрын

Good job......enjoyed

@Marcin-je9tm 2 жыл бұрын

Good reviews!

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy!

@Redpillgoku 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Awesome 👏🏽

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@kaptankesik3854 3 жыл бұрын

“Simple is the best.” Thanks for the video.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely! Thanks buddy 👍🏼

@everywherelocal 3 жыл бұрын

great video 🔥

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@janeg4706 3 жыл бұрын

Alas, leaving the LH indicator on is all too easy on the CRF 300L as that brake line does obscure the LH indicator warning light on the dash, like it does on later 250L models. Bikes aren't designed by riders, unfortunately. The mild steel exhaust header will also show rust within weeks and constant re-fuelling of the tiny tank will irritate commuters. But, those issues aside, it's an incredibly rewarding bike to ride. Pure fun. The engine will last forever. Incidently, Noralee (Itchy Boots) has ditched her Himalayan in favour of a ..... CRF250L. They have been used for some epic long distance trips.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Very good points Jane! Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

@hiltonmcconnell2563 2 жыл бұрын

I will be getting one and adding a rear rack to carry extra gas but will be using it 90% off road, I was wondering if the tank off the CRF 300 rally would fit, My DR650 had a small tank so a got a Acerbis 20 litter tank for it and now get around 500 km per tank of gas, a very easy fix,

@charlesfoster141 2 жыл бұрын

Noraly rides a CRF 300 Rally

@charlesfoster141 2 жыл бұрын

Noraly rides a Honda 300 Rally

@kyanfleming7175 2 ай бұрын

Great tip my mate did to his acerbis 14 liter tank on this brings it up to more then the rally and makes it lighter as its plastic also the 300l is already lighter in weight then the rally

@hiltonmcconnell2563 2 жыл бұрын

Put a good bash plate on it, Dunlop D606 rear and Pirelli M 16 tires on it a good set of hand guards, a rad guard, and a rear rack, to carry spare gas, and you will have a great bike, don't forget a larger foot for the side stand. That is one thing I do not understand they put such small feet on the side stands, it is for off road is in not, that means you might stop on soft ground, and who wants to be looking around for something to put under the side stand all the time. Great video.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas 👍🏼👍🏼

@hiltonmcconnell2563 2 жыл бұрын

For got add a 45 tooth rear sprocket to bet better rear wheel torque

@Niki_Parvanov 2 жыл бұрын

Decent review, cheers

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 👍🏼👍🏼

@chrisharrington3565 3 жыл бұрын

Just what I need for the farm,and to save getting salt on the Harley in the winter.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely 👍🏼

@kevinpollard1550 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely bike really good fun

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Yes absolutely 👍🏼

@flyingsausage6552 2 жыл бұрын

Great review been looking at one of these for sometime now, went to Shrewsbury Honda to have a look at one today, I'm selling my Honda varadero xl 1000 as I hardly tour these days, want a commuter and fun weekend bike like my old xl175 back in the day with an old mill create as a top box bungeed to the back for college commute lol , looks the business.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Great bike 💯

@flyingsausage6552 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan not selling the varadero now but saving up for my little dirt plugger

@danzeman1943 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏼👍🏼

@pitchwife7573 Жыл бұрын

well, i'm sold!

@sausagesandwichSA 3 жыл бұрын

My 250 Rally has been fantastic....the 300 sounds even better 👍

@MrDarcy-OlMan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great bikes - both of them!

@hiltonmcconnell2563 2 жыл бұрын

watched for a second time and the first time I pressed like but this time I am not cause I want you to come and chase me, we can get into some gnarly roads and trails, always look in for some one to ride with.

@MrDarcy-OlMan 2 жыл бұрын

We can’t chase you if you don’t press like !

@hiltonmcconnell2563 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDarcy-OlMan He said if I do not press like he will chase me. that is why I did not press it. but I did press it the first time I watched it. You guys have to make up your mind