JavaScript is disabled. My questions are: It seems from reading the posts on the KLX 300, many owners do mods to the bike after they purchase. I pushed the bike pretty hard through some rough trails and never was able to bottom the suspensioneven off of some smaller jumps of about 4 foot high. I might be in the market for something like this. Kawasaki put together its KLX 300 model with dual-sport riders in . CRF-wise, the first L may have been the 230 of 2008 (Honda's first dual-sport in . 01-13-2023 03:09 AM by Olderider. indy rider A lot of the klx250 mods fit the 300 so I'm considering the Delkevic 14" stubby carbon . The suspension is above-averageeven considering the shorter travel at 10 inch and 9 respectively. I'm using Kenda tires front and back. There was hardly any choice for exhausts. I dyno tested my bike with an exhaust I made as the only mod just to measure how much improvement it would make all by itself. ). Fits your 2021 Kawasaki KLX300. I've never heard of the oem valves as bad, what have you heard or experineced with these SFO? View all posts by OnTheBackWheel, Yep that pretty much sums it up. 4. Apr 14, 2005. I searched my history, and now it's "Page not found". No matter what you're riding, it's going to be some kind of compromise in one way or another. It is 50 state street legal in US and it is legal in australia and Canada.. and pretty much everywhere else; just EU and UK? By I need to carefully consider now as I have the coin, but need to convince myself that I need a $12k dual sport. Is constantly having problems with your bike just part of being a dirt bike owner? I had a Wr250r and i susspect the Klx300 would be better because it is smaller than Wr250r so center of gravity should be lower. As a person who has owned many late-model dual-sport bikes over the last 10 years, here's my take on the Kawa, with the only performance mod being the exhaust. Unfortunately, this is not always possible. Some features of this site require JavaScript. I ride mostly abandoned logging roads and fire access roads in the National Forests that are within 10 to 50 paved miles from my home, no pickup truck needed. But I believe Frank has had this bike awhile. I really like the bike, I ride it almost every day on road and off-road. If some of you have access to a KDX wheel, this is one way to get an extra wheel for cheap. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. My final score tally is.4.75 to the Honda and 4.50 to the Kawasaki. ), specs and give my opinion on which one I think you should buy. Posted Thursday at 05:52 PM. Removed the kickstand start cut-out and soldered the leads togethersame with the clutch cut-out. Anyone have or seen one of these? Both are DOT approved and aren't too expensive. In recent years, motorcycles like the 2021 Kawasaki KLX300 have become increasingly more popular, not only due to its small displacement, but also because it gives riders the versatility of having a mount that's street legal while being able to handle duties in the dirt without being too intimidating. Looks like Honda wins the award for best looking 300 class dual sport. The 2022 Kawasaki KLX300 dual-sport bike delivers power and performance on the trails and beyond with trail-tuned long travel suspension and a capable 292cc liquid-cooled four-stroke engine. Location: Beautiful Downtown Springville, Alabama. Ok suspension time. Hello Glenn. https://advrider.com/kawasaki-unveils-5-new-bikes-at-the-same-time/, https://advrider.com/kawasaki-unveils-the-klx300-dual-sport/, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. KLX 300 valve wear. Since this is a new bike, I took it easy on the first loop, the brakes, suspension and engine were not up to snuff yetbut by the second loop power had noticeably improved, and the brakes had much more stopping power. This design has been out since 2008 (and dates back to the 90s), and its starting to show. The electric start button stopped working efficiently one day after rough trail riding. OK, I expect I will offend many but here it goes. The area that would normally have a rubber plug-like labeled "kickstarter" now looks to be completely part of the side cover - with no plug. 10:22 (2 minutes ago) to me. I'm about 140 lbs nekkid and 180 with full gear. Thanks, you're right -- I was trying to say it didn't have a manual compression relaese to worry about. Honda, we arent exactly sure so we are going to speculate a little based off the Thailand price and some overseas prices. They look perfect for me. Im already going to call this one straight away and say that the KLX300 will have better suspension. If Kawasaki had some more updates to their bike besides the motor, Id be recommending it. Looking at the rear shocks, the KLX has 9.1 inches of travel with a piggyback reservoir and adjustable rebound damping. The Kawa has more everywhere with that good mid-range that let me loft the front wheel easily in second gear anytime. If you really want to open the bike up put on an aftermarket exhaust, rejet and change the crankcase vent. I know I love trashing my KLX300D around on the back roads between the dirt. The 2021 Kawasaki KLX 300 is one of two brand new models from the venerable Japanese brand. Ok lets break down the bikes features and specs. PulpMX Show 541 Cooper Webb, Jordon Smith & Colt Nichols with Kris Keefer & Randy Richardson, Weege Show: Chatting with Sexton After A Breakthrough Win, Why is MotoGP Huge? Im not hopeful though. So glad I asked you guys. Why wait for a under powered 300. I hate Kawasaki for thismy bike is a 2000, and they have known about this problem for years & done nothing. I like it, looks sharp & lean, congratulations on the find. Yoshimura RS-2 Slip-On Exhaust Kawasaki KLX250S / SF / KLX 300 / SM 2009-2023 $ 569. Members. Dirt Bikes. JavaScript is disabled. I haven't taken it on aggressive trails yet, so I don't know what is in store for me suspension-wise, but so far I'm impressed. It has me thinking for sure. 4. I needed the kickstarter for that .00000001% in a million chance. Just get a DRZ 400 in the model you prefer. My last bike was a 650 Honda street bike about ten years ago, and I am in the research phase of buying a dirt bike. Overall Score. Seat height is good for me on either, I am 611 and 270lbs. customerservice@kawasaki.co.uk. Feb 4, 2002. Thats REALLY sound advice and makes complete sense. Thank you. (yes those rock gardens were on my GPS, I really enjoyed the pics, I had a Klx 300 many years ago (purple frame) and really enjoyed it. rtt on 02-03-2023. He's a big guy (6'6", ~250 lbs) so it's a little small for him but it hauls him around out in AZ/CA/UT. In particular, Im looking to free up the restriction from the small bore and a more throaty sound than the stock exhaust. Motorcycles, Boating, Small Engine, Aviation, Powe. Youre wrong. Is anyone familiar with their line or can make other recommendations? If the bolt isnt seized Ill take a look. In particular I'm looking to free up the restriction from the small bore and a more throaty sound than the stock exhaust. Find new & used KLR & KLX motorcycles & parts for sale, KLR & KLX reviews, and browse owner garages & mods. Plus you are not "freeing up" anything if A) you don't modify the intake and B) you don't remove the catalytic converters, usually in the pipes not the muffler. Roads ranging from parkways to rock gardens. It did pretty good. Hi Everone - I have owned 3 KLX 250's over the past 11 years, great bikes! The KLX300 is the most fun to ride of the bunch IMO. This is the spot to talk about Kawasaki KLR & KLX motorcycles; whether you trail ride a KLX 125, 140, 230R or 300R, or dual sport a KLR 250, KLX 230 or KLX 250 , we've got you covered! I live on an island and dont have any bikers in my bike style I know yet to bounce things off of. I really liked the bike despite it was a litle underpowered. And then, if you do go through the whole routine to "free up the restriction" you're going to have to rejet or remap. Finally on a personal note, when I am working a winding back road, up and down thru the gear box, braking into turns and hard on the throttle out the last thing I want to do is advertise my approach eight turns before I pass a motorcycle hating home owner. I wished I had got one before I bought the Honda CRF450L. Some people have commented saying the CRF is 5400 EUR and based on my Thailand calculations itll be $5500 USD. Forums. Im taking your comments to heart. Watch on. You must log in or register to reply here. This is definitely not me shifting improperly, its something strange going on. 2nd guess is starting technique. The Kawasaki is honestly dated but has better suspension. That's a very cool bike with an epic engine. KawasakiForums Site Articles & News Section; General Kawasaki Forums. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. After much speculation about how much power Kawasaki's 300 motor makes, we finally have an answer. but its had a couple of issues in the short amount of time Ive had it (about a month and a half). With the electric market on the horizon, more attention may be given to this sector of the market (300cc-450cc) as we hold onto them ever-so-dearly in their twilight years. . Exhaust should arrive this weekend.. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. The yamahas overall performance pale in comparison. Kudoswhen stock, the KTM 350 EXC-F and the Honda CRF450L I had were horrible with regard to flame-outs or unpredictable stalls. The knob is roughly the size of a dime, and can be easily turned with your fingers. ..as for 300lbs feeling alot heavier than 25 years ago it will feel alot lighter than 470lbs felt 4mo ago, fear not. I wonder bout the suspension though and have thought if i was happy with it that maybe swap suspension from the R and sell the R to some shorty. The consensus is the KLX with it's cartridge fork and adjustable suspension will carry a new or returning rider further along than will the soft non-adjustable CRF suspension. | Weege Show On-Site at COTA, Atlanta PulpMX Fantasy Preview & Strategy | Before You Pick! I fixed it in my reply above so there is no confusion. #1. 02-07-2023 12:59 PM by klx678. Jesse Duke In my opinion, this is also a good option. I've owned two WR250R yamahas, both required extensive suspension mods to work decently off-road.the bike outshines the yamaha big-time in that regard. Alright, so both bikes have their pros and cons. New Member Area; . Heres hoping they put it heavier springs for overseas markets. 04-11-2023 06:10 PM. A lot of the klx250 mods fit the 300 so Im considering the Delkevic 14 stubby carbon fiber oval slip on muffler because its not too expensive and it doesnt require rejetting or remapping. Anyhoo, the water-cooled KDX's all use the same wheel, the only difference is the '95 on up KDX's use a floating rotor instead of a solid one as found on the klx300, the older water cooled model uses a solid rotor. So, I look on this forum and there's tons of CRF300L and Rally threads, including this 300+ page whopper (. The Thailand price and some overseas prices, specs and give my opinion, is. For 300lbs feeling alot heavier than 25 years ago it will feel alot lighter 470lbs... 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