2024 KTM 300 XC. The Do Everything Bike!

[@tmlpony]

And i thought only New England had alot of roots ha.

[@eighty_eight]

Awesome content ! I’m looking to upgrade to one of these!

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Thank you!

[@davebishop2566]

@@eighty_eight I’m not lying. The 300xc stock is practically unstoppable. It can tractor up stuff in third. The suspension stock with stock settings is better than my custom suspension on my older bikes.

[@davebishop2566]

Been loving mine. I agree. The white map is perfect for Colorado.

[@brad_ryan8738]

Where did you get your graphics at?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

The graphics are from my '23 KTM 350xcf factory edition. You can get same graphics from eBay which I have done this winter.

[@BraaapoholicBob]

I’m looking at the 2024 and trying to decide between the XC and the ECW. A lot of the writing I do is desert but definitely technical Rocky stuff. I like not having the linkage for technical writing. Other than that I think they’re pretty close, but just curious why you chose the XC versus the XCW?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Hi there, I actually prefer the linkage suspension. Bike squats down better going down steep hills and seat height is slightly lower. I also like that the xc is premix. Don't have to worry about a oil pump failing on the trail. The XC is slightly lighter and has 9 more hp which is quite a difference.

[@mattgohio]

I wanted the XC-W but prefer the linkage over pds and prefer premix over the oil pump. prefer the lighter weight of the xc too. considering the transmission is no different between xc and xcw I guess I'll grab an XC instead... or maybe a TE 300.. if only the yz 250x had counterbalanced shaft / hydro clutch / electric start... @@whiskeythrottledave

[@kimchaves5271]

Do you had problems with, eletric system…( low battery in hard sessions) ? I want to buy one, but worried to not be the best decision for hard enduro things..

[@whiskeythrottledave]

@@kimchaves5271 I don't think it would be a bad idea to upgrade the battery if you decide to buy a XC. The radiator fan can run down battery sometimes.

[@jeremytoevs7158]

Can I asked what is the model number of the Trail Tech fan you installed on the XC?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

It is the universal trail tech fan.

[@skillet1033]

Whare did you get the redbull graphics

[@whiskeythrottledave]

I took the shroads off my 350 factory edition

[@Hendy711]

I am waiting for my delivery of a 24 TX 300. Have you had any issues with the fuel pick up being high in the tank? I was a little concerned and also wondering why KTM would do something like that and not have a fuel pick up hose down to the lower sections of the tank! Thanks for the video, can't wait to get mine

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Hi there, no I have had no issues with either of my tbi bikes regarding fuel pickup issues and as far as I know neither has any of my riding buddies that have the new tbi bikes. Congrats on the new TX!

[@Hendy711]

@@whiskeythrottledave Awesome. Takes some worry off my mind for some longer rides/races. Thanks for the info!

[@bradleymuha4861]

would you recommend the Ktm 300 XC or husy 300 te?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

There both great bikes! Depends what you want. XC is more aggressive. Te has a softer suspension and more mellow power band

[@bradleymuha4861]

⁠@@whiskeythrottledave sounds like I’ll be going with the XC. Thank you.

[@seangriffith4314]

What GPS do you have installed?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Avenza maps I use

[@fallingover]

how is the suspension feel?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Suspension is a little stiff for me at 160 pounds. Just got lighter springs installed and a revalve. Can't wait to try new suspension in the spring.

[@coalcountryrider]

How is the soft map compared to the tpi bikes?

[@whiskeythrottledave]

Compared to my '23 300xcw the white map on the tbi definitely has more power everywhere in the power band but is still very manageable.

[@coalcountryrider]

@@whiskeythrottledave I’m sure a tsp kit or a flywheel weight would help even more

[@coalcountryrider]

@@whiskeythrottledave also curious how these new stock tbi bikes compare to a tpi with a tsp kit on. I guess I just need to find a demo event.

[@whiskeythrottledave]

@@coalcountryrider Not sure. Don't even know anyone personally that has had the work done.

[@coalcountryrider]

@@whiskeythrottledave I have it on my 20 xc and it’s a night and day difference.

[@lambfactory2537]

I wanted one until the 2024 lost eight horsepower compared to the 2023 model.

[@whiskeythrottledave]

The '24 xcw lost 9 HP. Not the '24 xc shown in this video

[@lambfactory2537]

That is good to know!@@whiskeythrottledave