2021 Husqvarna TX300i Ride Review

Testing the 2021 Husqvarna TX300i. This bike has very smooth linier power that is great for our tight single track. The suspension has been upgraded for 2021 and the latest map update gives good throttle response. The Magura brakes are the weak point on the bike, I feel they do not work as well as the Brembo brakes on the KTM's. I am also not a fan of the composite subframe as they are much more prone to breaking. Thanks to Shawn www.shawnwatso... for letting me test the bike! Support PNW Enduro when you shop at Motosport by using this link alnk.to/4fIw6ap / pnwenduro
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[@dwcolorado8246]

Great video! I love my TX300i. It was definitely intimidating being my first 2-Stroke, but man its a great machine. Climbs hills like a tractor and plenty of power to get ya outta trouble!

[@alang3991]

You know what they say about opinions, so I’ll throw my 2 cents worth in for what it’s worth. I had a 2019 KTM 300 XCW and just bought a 2021 TX 300. As far as brakes go, I much prefer the Magura brakes over the Brembo. The Maguras are plenty responsive once the pads are broken in, but much easier to modulate than the Brembos. The Brembos on my XCW were like a light switch, either full off or full on. I like a responsive brake but the Brembos were so touchy they made the bike hard to ride in low traction situations. Also, the TX with the composite subframe sits noticeably lower than the XC with the aluminum subframe. Riders that are vertically challenged find this to be a noticeable advantage in the Husky’s favor.

[@michaelschwab9563]

Good observation. But you're never allowed to say "vertically challenged" again. The word is SHORT😂

[@PNWEnduro]

@Alan G, fair enough. If nobody liked the brakes they probably would not spec them. Good point about the ride height too, that is a factor for me for sure.

[@markrichardson5830]

I have a map switch on my honda 250r, honestly I only run it in the track mode, I think maybe 2 or 3 times I've changed it. But, I can't wait to sell it and get a KTM this spring.

[@thedirtybeavers9697]

Great job again...excited to have the border open back up and skip over the border to ride on your turf.

[@PNWEnduro]

Same here, lots of stuff I want to ride on your side as well.

[@railduke68]

I'm in Washington and ride similar areas. I sold a 20 KTM 300xc (someone wanted it badly) and purchased a 21 TE300I. The motor seems smoother on the Husky, but the brakes were definitely better on the KTM. I prefer the light clutch on the TE300I. Most all the newer European bikes seem to be good. The only map switch I've used on a 2 stroke that makes a big difference is the one on my Beta 200rr. I appreciate your videos.

[@PNWEnduro]

Yes, I agree the map switch on the Beta's make a bigger difference.

[@railduke68]

@Daniel Bennett I slightly prefer the xc gearing, but with all the smooth power with either bike it's kinda a wash. High speed the air forks were better, but overall for woods riding I prefer the explorer's on the TE....very plush.

[@PHXGlock]

Got the 2021 250XC love it, The newer fork is great, engine runs good out of the box. The KTM Brakes are really good as well.

[@Hardenduroacademy12345]

Getting mine tomorrow damn im exited

[@nas90tdi]

I would say your experience is spot on to mine with my 2021 Te300i. Haven't swapped to mousse yet. I am going to run out my original tires first. Then swap out. I did put a Slavens idle screw on mine. It idled a touch low and was prone to stalling at inopportune times. And, I had to crack the throttle to start it. I didn't care for the factory suggestion to use the air screw to adjust the idle. I think I might have raised it a couple of hundred RPM at the most, but it's in the sweet spot now. And, yes, be very careful with that composite subframe. I already cracked mine. Looped it a bit and when the rear fender caught it broke the inserts out that attach the rear fender. I just fixed it, but it's certainly a weak point. Especially riding in the rough stuff where it's easy to stand it up getting over an obstacle. I find myself being more aware of it than my KTMs. I wish it had the aluminum subframe. But, other than that, its by far my favorite bike I have ever owned. Suspension out of the box is great in our PNW terrain. I took it to California for a week to ride when I first got it. I found the rear rebound to be a little harsh on really packed rocky roads down there. But, that's usually just going between trails and it wasn't bad enough to stop and crank on it to ease the rebound.

[@joejohnston471]

@nas90tdi did you have to do any adjustment to the tps when you did the idle screw mod?

[@nas90tdi]

@@joejohnston471 No, you do not need to adjust the TPS. The bikes technically have an idle screw. It's just locked in place from the factory to meet some EU Emissions standards. Which leads to some of the bikes idling just a bit low. Slavens Racing or Tokyo Offroad channels both have good videos where they go into it in depth.

[@joejohnston471]

@@nas90tdi Thanks, I didn't think so but I thought I read somewhere that you did but can't remember where.

[@pedrorelvao4117]

Those Trails 😍😍😍...

[@SWFlowseeker]

Nice vid. Just bought myself a 2021 300 XC. Great bike in my opinion 👍🏼

[@PNWEnduro]

Nice 👍

[@MrJones-ue2tw]

Alright. Stoked for this video. Only 20 seconds in. My yz250x is getting lonely in the garage.

[@hskishore1244]

So many good bikes! If possible, please ride and present your opinion on GasGas EC300...

[@PNWEnduro]

I will try, I think they are a great option having some small differences and they are a fair bit cheaper than the Orange and White models.

[@hskishore1244]

Exactly, I'm thinking of gasgas as it's cheaper and upgrades would be same on any bike. Apparently, the forks and shock on gasgas, stock, are dialed-in perfect

[@carterbowe9964]

Do they still have them for 2021?

[@hskishore1244]

@@carterbowe9964 2021 are the new gasgas under ktm, comes with ktm's fuel injection and wp forks, shock

[@carterbowe9964]

@@hskishore1244 ohhhhhh thanks!!!!!!

[@xrpnick6828]

Got the 2021 Te300i so sweet

[@rztrzt]

Out of the orange, red & white ktms the red one is the best deal.

[@PNWEnduro]

It seems like it, I'm expecting to start seeing a lot of them on the trails this year..

[@bikeandfarm2940]

Red ktms?

[@svttodd]

@@bikeandfarm2940 2021 Gasgas is now a KTM/Husky family member with some slightly different parts. Slightly cheaper too.

[@bikeandfarm2940]

Todd M thanks.

[@victormascali2866]

@@bikeandfarm2940 gasgas

[@sashapave9400]

Thanks for another great review! And especially for pronouncing “HUSK-var-na” correctly :)

[@PNWEnduro]

Thanks. Yes it bothers me when people say it wrong too, especially the sponsored riders!

[@6at32off]

Great video again, man I miss Vedder, been forever since I've been there.

[@PNWEnduro]

Thanks, hopefully see you out there at some point in 2021.

[@MechShark]

I just got a 2022 TX300 (one of only FOUR remaining for the whole year in my city; the shortages are crazy!). The suspension is quite stiff from the factory for its closed track spec. However, I found that 3 clicks towards the comfort configuration for compression solved that issue. Also, I highly recommend changing out the throttle guide plate (they include one in the goodies kit that has faster throttle response). My only complaint left is that the idle speed is very low and it is easy to stall. I don't trust the method provided in the manual to increase it (since it's not actually the idle screw). But, I've already put 10 hours on it in a week. It's a blast.

[@PNWEnduro]

Congrats on the new bike. A lot of TPI owners do the idle screw mod and are happy with the results.

[@robrozek9265]

I did the throttle screws it's one of the best mods you can make it will make the bike rideable a UFO left side vented cover elso helps

[@motot3adventure]

Such a good review. Appreciate you and your channel. The 300 “want wants” are real. Take care.

[@PNWEnduro]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeffgoetz7919]

Hi, great review video. I also live in the pnw. Where are you riding in this video? Thanks man

[@moto6193]

Great video - thanks for sharing. I’m curious, how would you compare the low end power of the 2021 Husky 300 with the Sherco 300?

[@PNWEnduro]

Low end power is stronger on the Sherco imo.

[@martymorse2]

Thanks for another great video. Happy New Year and thank you for your hard work in bringing these videos online.

[@PNWEnduro]

@martymorse2 thanks! hopefully in 2021 I can get to some of the bucket list trails I could not get to this year.

[@williamfabiano543]

Nice bike man! Great low end torque. 300 big boar is a great trail machine.

[@SLP-eb1wp]

Rode a 2020 250i and it felt like there was air in both brakes. The guy who owned it said hes gotten use to it.

[@kenbishop2455]

I appreciate your effort. Great videos.

[@PNWEnduro]

@Ken Bishop thank you so much! I appreciate the support.

[@davedesmon9470]

Sounds like it runs really smooth and clean at lower revs, with a lot of grunt, nice! Is it going to be reliable? Is the oil injection a good thing? I like not having to premix. I was thinking new yz250x but this bike has so many more features and that smooth low end.

[@Jamuakarrumput]

Mines not a tx, but it got tpi. So far it has been reliable, although i prefer the sherco in terms of engine character

[@mikegraybill5340]

Nice info thanks. Btw where are you riding at?

[@Fishyvids]

Great video. How do you find the 250 compaired to the 300 in terms of weight feeling and just the 300 wearing you out more or not? Thanks

[@PNWEnduro]

The 300 feels a bit heavier when riding in the tight trees due to more rotating mass but everything you do on a 300 takes a little less effort because it has so much more torque so I would say it will not wear you out more. It's less effort when you need to get the front wheel up and pivot with the 300 for example.

[@thomastjg53]

Does the TE , and the TX have the same head ,and trail?

[@finnlauder1300]

Would this bike be good on the track? I ride trails and track

[@Motors4LifeOfficial]

nice I got sx250 with 300 kit and its good for me have some small problems.....

[@edhartley5765]

Would you ever review a lesser bike like the klx 300r or something similar?

[@PNWEnduro]

Given the opportunity, yeah sure I would.

[@aidenseeley6659]

He did a review on a Yamaha a couple weeks ago..

[@edhartley5765]

@@aidenseeley6659 Thanks I saw the vid.

[@TravisE34]

Hey man love you videos and knowledge etc that you share. Opinions/comment on 21 xcf-w 350? I have a 20 xcf 450, super snappy, got on my 350 such an easier bike to ride so far.

[@PNWEnduro]

I have not been on a KTM 350 since riding a 2018 version, most of us have two strokes around here. I do want to get more seat time on the 350's as well as the Sherco 300sef as well when I get the chance.

[@TravisE34]

@@PNWEnduro sweet man, yeah I use to ride a Honda crf250r, then went to a Suzuki rmz 450 and then got my xcf 450 and haven’t looked back since. The 450 is a powerful bike, I wanted to dial it down a little and I think I’ll really like the 350, but I really was trying to find a 300 2t but you can’t find them anywhere. I love watching your videos!

[@purtnearperkins]

@@TravisE34 if you’re on the technical trails there is absolutely no comparison. The 300/250 XCW/XC or TE/TX are king of the mountain. I e ridden a bunch all over Utah. Every single time we’ve ridden in groups the riders on 4 strokes struggle hard. The ones on 450s are ready to throw them in the dumpster when we get back. The 300 2t just does everything effortlessly compared to the 4t’s. So nimble. It’s like having a mule and a mountain goat underneath you at all times. Will never have anything else. Only time I recommend a 350/450 4t is if someone needs wide open or long distance speed and won’t be doing any technical trail riding.

[@scottrichgolf]

My only gripe about my 2019 YZ250X is that I think that the forks are still a bit harsh for the rocky, wet terrain here in the PNW. How do you think the Husqvarna compares?

[@PNWEnduro]

I believe the kyb forks on your YZ250X are better than the air forks on this bike. With a proper revalve they can be fantastic (like on the Sherco) I find there is not as much room for improvement on the air forks.

[@colinlogan4879]

Yamaha has some of the best forks! Get it setup for ur weight and riding style

[@scottrichgolf]

@@colinlogan4879 I ended up trading my 250X for a 2022 Husky te300i. Has a very similar feel to my 250X but I don't have to kick start it anymore and at my age... that's a good thing.

[@ShiftGearsMoto]

You talked about your next bike and getting a 300. Do you plan on going with a XC-W since you ride slow and technical?

[@PNWEnduro]

Not sure, I’m not a fan of the wide ratio transmission. I may go to a different bike brand altogether.

[@ShiftGearsMoto]

@@PNWEnduro fair enough. I was skeptical about my 2020 250 XC-W at first, but I get used to it. You basically ride in 2nd or 3rd unless you get stuck on a hill or are in a super technical rock section.

[@jaydenholmes7469]

What fuel do you run 98 or 91

[@lightspeedgallery]

Does you TX300i ever have a little Oil spooge come out the exhaust pipe? My 2022 has a little come out so just curious? Thanks

[@PNWEnduro]

Not my bike but yes, some TPI bikes will have some oil on the silencer.

[@lightspeedgallery]

@@PNWEnduro cool, thanks my man.. love the channel 👍🏽

[@sublime929]

Do you think the brakes could be improved by something as simple as a pad change?

[@PNWEnduro]

No, not just this bike. Common complaint among Husqvarna owners. I use the cheapest pads on my KTM and the brakes are way better.

[@thomastjg53]

Wouldn’t the TE be a better option for the kind of trails the you ride ? As far as forks are concerned.

[@PNWEnduro]

I do like the Exact spring forks but the air forks are also pretty darn good once tuned. Not sure which I prefer at this point but every tuner I talk to says the AER air forks are superior the the Exact.

[@scottgaskill4896]

@@PNWEnduro I agree. It's just that some people don't know how, or wanna take the time to tune them. Good video. Those trails are awesome!

[@benfernance4936]

I haven't rode the 21models but my 16model husky had brembos and my 18model husky has magura i thought the magura where superior to the brembo

[@PNWEnduro]

Interesting you like the Magura better. I've seen people get Husky's and buy Brembo brakes to replace the Magura's.

[@PrimalEnduro]

@@PNWEnduro I just got a TX300 and the Magura's seem as good as anything I've used. No complaints from me, maybe it's just the pad choice? I run EBC Red pads.

[@PNWEnduro]

@@PrimalEnduro Stock pads still so they should be good. Maybe I just prefer the more responsive Brembo brakes.

[@henryhawk978]

Will the aluminum subframe from the KTM go on the Husky?

[@PNWEnduro]

They are not interchangeable.

[@glahut93]

I just bought one

[@putin7978]

how was the break in period?? Just got one and havent broke it in yet

[@PNWEnduro]

Not sure, owner had a few rides on it already before this. I just ride them normally for break in.

[@bradpowell843]

Loved the video. Seems like the TE 300 would better suite the riding you are doing.

[@PNWEnduro]

I prefer the semi-close ratio transmission over the wide ratio.

[@martyscossabaggi7118]

you liked the sherco more than the ktm/husqvarna?

[@PNWEnduro]

Some things I like better on the Sherco, some better on the KTM/Husky's. I'd consider a Sherco 300 as my next bike.

[@dnrg62]

Greetings ,PNW what differences /advantages etc does the Sherco have over this 21 Husky ,cheersd

[@PNWEnduro]

@dnrg62 Sherco suspension is very good, and it will be easier to diagnose any potential problems being a simple carb bike. Better brakes than the Husky imo. Sherco has a 6 month warranty KTM/Husky only one month. The factory editions come with a fan, skid plate and FMF gnarly pipe. The 21's are now counterbalanced so it will be interesting to see how they compare to the Austrian bikes now. Unfortunately they are just as expensive and I'd be adding a SmartCarb right away to get the befits the tpi bikes already have, better mileage and no jetting.

[@dnrg62]

@@PNWEnduro ,thanks PNW ,very concise analysis ,I have 2 x 2012 Te 300 with a Keihen carb / Stic module -113A and a 18 ,19 tx300,with Keihen Stic modules fitted ,love the idea of fuel injection but it looks like a mess to me .I have ridden a 20 -250 TPI and I like the linear power delivery but my gut tells me I am better off sticking with carby lol ,cheeers Derek

[@rafy600]

@@PNWEnduro the counter balance did take some vibration but not like Husqvarna. I won't go back to KTM Love the Sherco for now. Have the 2020 and now the 21 wey better power delivery with the Get unit the bike is awesome just old school for a lot of people 🤙

[@Briank-ef5iq]

Tx /xc any day over tc/xc-w ! My opinion! Xc/tx can ride woods moto anywhere

[@christopherpapin6574]

any issues on over heating ?

[@PNWEnduro]

Not on this winter ride. I recommend fans on all tpi bikes though.

[@flashdrz]

Dang, was it starting to overheat there in that shot sitting on the dirt road? Looked like some slight steam coming off of it.

[@PNWEnduro]

Nope, just steam from puddles splashing on the pipe.

[@flashdrz]

@@PNWEnduro Thanks buddy.

[@dagsterblaster4973]

How did you feel the first 2 gears were for that tight McNutt stuff?

[@PNWEnduro]

Perfect. 1st is low enough but still usable and no big gap between 1st and 2nd.

[@katherinelavigne3818]

Its smoking, you must be leaking oil on the exhaust, careful...

[@mrrandy1]

this is a 2 stroke?

[@derekd4349]

yup

[@isaacwalton3781]

Vs. Sherco, Vs Beta?

[@sublime929]

I want to see Sherco vs Husky vs KTM vs Beta vs GasGas 😁. I realize the GasGas/KTM/Husky connection but still like for them all to go head to head.

[@Ozfreerider_adventures]

I’ve got a 21 fx350 and you’re right the brakes are shit !!!! Ok be buying a ktm again next

[@PNWEnduro]

Husky is considered by many to be the premium brand, makes you wonder why they put the Magura brakes on if the Brembo are much better.

[@iainhutchinson345]

I have a 2020 FX 350, before I rode it I swapped out the Magura for Brembos, and the clutch for a Rekluse torqcore manual, Clake one light clutch, 13 tooth front, 52 rear, FMF, and a VORTEX X10 ECU...BRILLIANT BIKE NOW...... OH AND FACTORY RADS.

[@Ozfreerider_adventures]

@@PNWEnduro I don’t know . I’ve had 4 ktms all 2018 or newer and brakes were dynamite on all of them . Husky front brake is spungey pull . It just keeps pulling and pulling in with fuck all effect . I hate them . It’s enough to turn me off buying another husky .they were like it from day 1 but I put it down to them needing to bed in a bit . Magura clutch is heavy too compared to brembo

[@loadapish]

Man im jelous i cant afford food never mind a nice bike like this

[@Hardenduroacademy12345]

150 te

[@ChaosAttractor13]

Why does it look like it’s about to catch on fire? How could you not see it and comment on it? Was it a cold day? Was it overheating? Is that why you pulled over? Nobody is going to watch a suck up review.

[@PNWEnduro]

For one, I mentioned it was cold out. Guess you have never ridden a bike through cold puddles lol.

[@ChaosAttractor13]

It has been a while. Thanks for the clarification