This is brilliant! I am definitely going to try this

Of course, that bike will be slow. There's a ton of aftermarket stuff thrown on there.

I’ve got the Honda 300L 2021 and just picked up a gray KLX300 today 8.9.24. It will be fun comparing them. I’m an older bigger guy too.

I'm in the deciding phase between this and the CRF300. I want the CRF300 for low RPM torque and smooth gearbox. But as we all know, the Honda's suspension sucks. So, what to do. I haven't figured it out yet so I'm sidelined. Not buying a new bike then sinking money into it. Yes, it's a dilemma for buyers.

Thanks!

Nice setup, I’m still on the lookout for a better way to pack everything. I probably carry too much kitchen gear but I don’t want to eat dehydrated meals every night.

I recently purchased the Honda version last year and I must say, I had forgotten how much fun riding dirt bikes was in high school. Awesome bike class IMHO

That’s a good idea actually, I don’t have severe pain problems but it’s still annoying enouugh for me to find this video. I might buy a second seat though over “ruining” the original to my bike.

You will not need any electrolytes of you eat those freeze dried meals. They have hella sodium and honestly are very unhealthy. Stick to pb&j

My 2023 Honda 300 CRF L is SUPER snatchy in first gear. It requires an ECU upgrade. Is this Kawasaki 300 the same way in first gear? I'm really hating the "all or nothing" element to my Honda...especially first gear.

Nice looking street boots. Next to zero protection for dirt and off road.

You've got some great tips here. I was just going to a desert ride and decided against it. 120 degrees is just too much for me.

It was unreal when JT had to restrict hikers during the summer starting a few years ago cuz they didnt understand how harsh the environment is. I thought it was mainly German and Asian tourists but found out it was a lot of CA urban dwellers thinking they knew better. They wouldnt be able to carry the amount of water it takes to stay actually hydrated on a 4 hour hike in +100 temp's. I used my KLX to get out to all the mining history and abandonded stuff out there and it still blows my mind how the settlers and pioneers overcame the environment in the Mojave.

Hey man, some great advice here! Just a tip, for some reason your audio is only on the left channel/headphone for this video!

nice design, no need organization too much.

Some definite food for thought! Thank you for this. I just relocated from the Alaska to NY to West Texas. Went and rode for a few hours in the desert and this altitude and heat is no joke. I’m considering adding long distance runner supplies to my kit; gels and things like that. It’s not just about staying hydrated, adventure riding is a full body workout. Gotta replenish those carbs and calories as well. Great video, you’ve got a new follower!

I think I mentioned this before. Your channel is way underrated. Great tips and video 🤙🏻

Heated grips and USB outlet?

Great tips man, masterfully presented and filmed!

Great advice. One thing I added to my kit is this: UV-Blocker Compact Sun Protection UV Umbrella Auto Open Auto Close Double Vented Canopy Windproof Sun Umbrella UV Protection 55+ UPF. Great quality, compact, and found on Amazon.

I have a 2020 Suzuki DRZ 400 and a 2024 KLX 300. All the internet folks say the KLX is better because it has a 6th gear and fuel injected so I bought one to check it out. I can honestly say it gets ignored most of the time as I jump on the DRZ. It comes down to power and torque. The DRZ 400 is so much more powerful that it’s 100 times more fun to ride. I’m 6Ft tall and the DRZ has a bigger frame, less cramped, better suspension, no work needed, the KLX is too soft for a full sized man and I need to re-work it unlike the DRZ. The DRZ is just much more enjoyable, enough power to give you a bit of a thrill while the KLX feels like riding a moped.

All the cons you mention apply to all 250-300cc bikes. Personally I think a DR650 or XR650L the better way to go.

I ride mine at 60mph all of time. it's no problem

Ride safe and have fun my friend. Enjoy your new helmet and goggles.

I stuck between the KLR650, DR-Z400S, and now the KLX300. Ill be going to the dealership this Tuesday to choose one. If only I had enough for all 3.....

I just got home from a four hour tortuous ride. I don’t know what changed, my tailbone would get sore, but not like today. I rode the last 7-10 miles standing on my foot pegs, I wanted to cry. Something has to change so I’m doing this mod. If it fails and I ruin the seat, I’m getting a different one anyway. I love my Kawasaki Versys 1000, but today was like riding with vice grip’s clamped to my tailbone! No more!

Danny!!!

Thanks for the review! Probably the same trails I will look for here with my KLX 🤟

As far as mileage range is concerned, ive gone 130 miles a few times and still had 1/2 gallon left . I also carry an extra gallon in a rotopax container if im at all concerned about how far i might end up going, but haven't actually needed it yet.

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I never injured my tailbone or anything and i experience tailbone pain when riding my motorcycle for longer time. Is it normal and do i just get something like this? I don't really like to cut into my seat and rather buy Aliexpress comfort seat where there's a cut out in the middle? Thx

ugh what a shame, that 300 should be putting out 30-40hp these days

I'm about your age so I didn't need an acrobatic bike... I just got a 2024 a while ago here in Utah. I'm in the 'upgrade' phase right now after about 250 miles stock -- Just GOTTA void that warantee!. I'm looking forward to exploring the desert this year. My skills are a little rusty so I'm takin' it easy.

I'm just learning all this motorcycle stuff. Is your tank bag too far back to allow correct seated posture? On my klx300 I have to sit further forward than yours allows to get my feet underneath my hips (which I've noticed helps a ton in keeping the front from washing out.) At 0:06 you're sitting way to far back, with your hips and therefore center of gravity shifting well behind the footpegs when seated. At least that's what I'm being told by the "experts."

Been looking at the KLX300 and the CRF300L … I am kinda short ( 30” inseam and 180 pounds) but I think the suspension is better than that Honda, nit sore about the power or anything else. Thanks for sharing the video and any input on the two bike I mentioned.

Way to much stuff for a cheap off roadrr

Get your wheels balanced to get rid of wobble on the road

unless I missed it or misunderstood, at 3:05 you mentioned the tusk top plate and said you were going to talk about it in a moment. If you did and I'm just not understanding, my apologies. looking forward to more videos 👍

Some great ideas. Thanks for sharing

I have also dumped a couple grand into my bike. Worth it though. Dual sports are awesome and the klx is no exception.

292cc is the engine displacement. Didn't know TUSK called their soft luggage "Reckless" like Mosko Moto.

Great review. Motorcycle is definitely not for me. Just sold my KLR 650 adventure.

I own a 2020 KLX250 with Delkevic exhaust and an EJK tuner. With 50/50 tires on flat road I hit 88 MPH. With 90/10 Knobbiest I hit 81 MPH. Friend has a 2022 KLX 300, his bike does about the same speeds, but pulls through the midrange a little stronger. I have 7,000 trail miles on mine. I live in the North woods so very different riding than what is in this video. These love to run in the higher rpm range and mine has run perfect with no issues whatsoever. Water crossings, no problem, deep mud, no problem. Spray it off after and all good. It’s gravel backroads to my trailhead. Throttle pinned and 75 MPH for 6 miles straight and the bike loves it. I did take it to Colorado for a week of riding. Baby head rocks with boulders mixed in at over 10,000’ was tough. A 250lbs. bike with more power woulda been nice. My buddy was ride a YZ250 and that bike did well. But for my local riding the bike has enormous maintenance intervals and runs perfect at all times with almost no maintenance. I am a busy person so have limited free time like many. So less time working on the bike means more time riding=best bike ever for me!

Good stuff enjoying the channel. New Sub. Thanks for sharing with us.

Dual sports r great for learning everything u can about bike handling and body mechanics as well as rider safety out on big roads. The KLX geometry is stable at speed and nimble on singletrack. Horsepower,torque andsuspension can be modded or u learn how to finesse itas a stock bike and like u say its just fine for most riding. If u r willin to swap your rear tire alot ive found the worn out DOT knobbies will give u a smooth commute all week, let u practice drifting a bit easier and force u to hone your skills offroad when u go play afterwork on the way home or whatever. Friday or saturday swap it out for real offroad traction and fun. I leave a full knob DOT on the front always Dual Sport front treads will are useless and dangerous. A false impression of offroad capable. A rear end washout can be planned or controled, we get to choose Front end washout is bad bad bad always, ive never washed my front knobs out on pavement, way too many times on dirt. Thats a solid review of a solid bike, Thanks i love the KLX bikes!

I have a KLX300 too I live up the road from where you are. I tell you this bike is so capable for what it is. Not expensive nothing to brag about but it’s fun and that’s all that matters love it.

Aside from the suzuki dr 650 and the drz 400 this is the only other bike i would consider purchasing and riding daily.

I'm going to get mine in an hour 😊 cant wait!

Great review. I'm watching all i can to learn and see how to upgrade from stock. Did you make that phone mount or buy it? Looks like a problem solver

That was one of my favorite areas cuz it was so desolate. Me and 2 wheels have a lot of history there too. Went all over it on a KLX and Tiger 800. Had a rear tire blow out on my Vstar and hit pavement doing 60mph, and walkd away from it. Soldier picked me up holding my underwear in my hand, my baggage exploded on the road and I was picking it up LOL. He dropped me off in JT and I hitched back to PS all bloody. Also got the biggest f@#$ing ticket in my life thanks to SB county...was doing 80mph on my brand new Road Glide on Amboy Rd. Could see forever, seen a car a long ways away. Slowed down but it Was a cop. Damn SB county doubles every ticket cuz they know u aint taking off work to argue it.