2024 KTM 300 XC-W Full Review

[@Roller71]

I've been with you since the get go, nice to see you nut out some mechanical "know how". Nice to see you just blurt out honesty. That is comforting to hear as only so much praise and BS is believable. Keep having fun, keep it honest and "that's your thing" believable. Nice work captain.

[@ryanstewart1521]

Dang, wish I could afford a bike like that one day! I’d never stop riding it!

[@bikemancody2752]

I have about 9 hours on my 24 300 XCW now and i must say, its a fabulous bike. Had a 17 and 21 300 XCW before and they were also good bikes, but the new closed chamber forks have left me with little to be desired left. I always felt with the XPLOR i wasnt really rising a real dirt bike. The new model XACT is confidence inspiring to say the absolute least. I run a 25mm lowering kit on all these 300's i have owned as well and im not super excited about the shorter shock on the 24 300, which is my only real gripe.

[@robh3267]

TSP {Two Stroke Performance} now offers ECU's with their own custom mapping and a head insert to match for both the XC and XCW that makes substantial performance gains for different types of riding and terrain and if you have an XC you can send your stater in and have it rewound to produce more power for lights and a fan, KTM is still miles ahead of all the other companies in 2 stroke R&D.

[@OtisFlint]

Yep. Beta really needs to step up to fuel injection.

[@DerekJamesLynn]

I just picked up new 24 250 XC-W Many KTM dealers here in the DFW metroplex running great deals on new bikes and 0.99% financings

[@otxilac11]

I should have mine in a week or so just waiting on arrival. I went with the hard enduro version because I got a killer deal

[@daveyboy7305]

Beautiful bikes don't get me wrong but I'll be hanging onto my 17 exc 300 for now . I love it

[@philipsmith6152]

Another Great bike review Kyle, love your work keep them coming

[@JTHAMMER12]

You get your hands on any 2025 models? Wonder if there have been any changes

[@terrystrahl3275]

I had to ditch the start/stop button. The stock push button sucks period.

[@cparker88]

I've run mine out of gas twice, these bikes seem to burn more fuel. Looking forward to Acerbis making an after market tank that fits around the oil pump.

[@MrMurfMan]

So bad on fuel

[@riddle616]

On the new tbi of tpi? My tpi ges 80miles to a tank. Way better than old carburated.

[@cparker88]

@@riddle616 TBI! At least that's been my experience so far. Obviously a lot of variables to that.

[@enriquepuigmartin7311]

The fuel pickup think is just incredible … you’re carrying 1,5 liters of gas you won’t be able to use… for the rest of the bike, it’s awesome

[@rockylane3122]

Started riding again after 20+ years off and I’m 45 now. I’m riding a Crf250F now and need an upgrade. Mostly trail riding and light jumping stuff. Looking at this or the Sherco 300 SE. we ride up here in Ohio.

[@MikeRay1978]

Where at? I’m close to canton?

[@rockylane3122]

Pretty darn close. In New Franklin close to Canal Fulton. We ride at Bear Creek and Battlesburg when we can. I have a 7 year old son I’m getting into riding.

[@joefoster259]

I have a Sherco and really like it. Having a local dealer makes a huge difference when ordering parts and not having to pay shipping. Aftermarket has a good set of options for the later years. If you don’t have that get the KTM/husky/gasgas option.

[@ShortyMoto]

@@MikeRay1978 @rockylane3122 ayeee also in Ohio near Toledo, Bear creek is fun but i like taking the trip to Wayne National Forest!

[@rockylane3122]

Haven’t been there yet that’s next on my list. Anyone aware of where in Ohio we have Sherco dealers?? I tried the dealer locator but nothing was coming up. That’s a big one for me. I don’t want to buy a Sherco and have to go 6 hours away for dealer support.

[@InTheField217]

Love the vids keep them up!!!

[@avz46]

Could do a fuel pick-up relocate. But I agree, I tried the 24 tx300 and just too responsive for enduro/hard enduro. I wanna try a smaller bore 150 or xc125.

[@allen-lp1yu]

Love the full review videos. Come on xc 250

[@drewwinstead3251]

i just got one . wow what a smooth machine

[@therealchickenfried]

Appreciate this very much🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@forestrider7970]

Good to see the triple clamps are a new design as the cast clamps are junk. The best thing I ever did was swap them for the SXF or 6 day machined CNC @ 18mm offset.

[@cw3728]

Why are they junk? I've never replaced on any of my bikes never had a problem. I’m interested o know your reasoning

[@forestrider7970]

@@cw3728 the cast has more flex and it's only until you swap them out and realise the stability is better and I'd say matches the new forks giving some confidence to the front end that's been missing for a while 👍

[@davoshaw]

I just ran out of gas tonight on my road home. Bike has prob 15 miles of gas in it still. This is a real problem. I’d rather have the vulnerable petcock than have a tank that runs dry when I can see a half a gallon in it.

[@Superdisco199]

Rode a new one the other day... bit dissapointing. Heaps of feedback through the frame, like a 2008. Looks to have gone back to steeper pds angle. Motor falls on it's face above the low end. With TSP mods it'll prob be nice. Also if they update to Billy Bolt's frame next year.

[@loganv111]

🤞hoping to win this bike. Especially since you added the Efan. I live in AZ and it would help out during the summer rides.

[@mmig2116]

I agree on the fly adjustments are great! Quick an easy

[@SirRecon]

I want a 300 four stroke KTM XCW, but alas I must keep waiting

[@joefoster259]

Have you ridden the 300 sherco? That’s a nice bike, no over-rev tho. The 350 should be close enough, no?

[@SirRecon]

No, it's the only option currently and a good one at that @@joefoster259

[@william6815]

Just buy the 350 excf mate

[@shameelali2549]

Sorry is this the same bike you did a video on not long ago about how gutless it was??????

[@justintimexe]

No, that was on the TPI which is in my opinion wayyy to smooth power delivery. This is on the later model TBI that they have made more aggressive

[@timothyhaskell8262]

Ethanol or Non Ethanol? I have only seen 89 octane.

[@sdm41005]

Kyle, Love the videos! I have been riding a KDX200 for years, thinking about a newer bike. If you couldn't swing a new KTM 300 XC-W what year would you look for 2020-24? I understand to look for owner detail, abuse and modifications, but if everything is equal, which year?

[@MrYz250fman]

Can you premix your fuel on the 24 xc-w or do you have to use the oil injection system?

[@nightrider4370]

Your first impression of the XC forks were good. You said it absorbs edges really well. Has that opinion changed?

[@kaelharwood4804]

No kickstart??

[@TheFoxyt2]

Agreed on propitiatory plastics. Super dumb. I love after market plastics

[@stevedouglas1654]

I found UFO plastics had them for the new Husky’s. I’m looking to get a 24 TX300

[@jameswampler3135]

I've bought both Polisport and UFO plastics (full kit) for my 23 300xc

[@findingdimes5368]

That bike is so sweet!

[@MTBAviator]

What do you think of the (new) 2024 350 XW-F?

[@nairbyad7188]

They run FANTASTICALLY & they start QUICKLY. they are adverbs

[@someonethatwatchesyoutube2953]

No one cares.

[@Suzukeeper]

any idea what the questions you have to answer if you win will be? Should I be on the lookout for anything?

[@dustinsoule4960]

Do you continue to use motorex oil in ur bikes?

[@Trad-Am]

Exactly the almost 4 stroke like power delivery, from a lightweight woods bike, I'd want.

[@ninjazxd]

I still only have my 04’ 450 EXC and have no desire to get a newer bike. I use computer fans for the radiator at the moment, I have the ktm fan but it won’t fit with my IMS tank unless I heat gun a recessed spot for it. Still debating on that. Sucks KTM dropped the kickstarter.

[@MikeRay1978]

On the fuel pickup thing, if you run the bike until it runs out of gas there isn’t any more left that there was in the old petcock bikes. It could be an issue if you were on a smooth road but that’s exactly rare circumstances. I’m on a 2018 now and I don’t know wether to keep it and get a ‘24 or sell.

[@Adamthebuilder]

The petcocks had a reserve on them which allows you to get the rest of the fuel out, that is the difference. I’ve ran out of fuel plenty of time then switched it to reserve and rode back to camp with no fuel left in the tank, that’s how it should be on these new bikes!

[@joshraleigh101]

What’s your favorite rear tire for moderate single track dirt and rocks

[@HeAdChEeSe1983]

This is the ktm channel. It's even orange

[@Shepherdservices317]

Hope aftermarket comes up with shrouds that are like the older models. Those fucking triangular ass plastics are horrible

[@hostol182]

Would you think going from crf250f to the 300 xcw is a good idea wife wants my 250f so looking for new bike

[@richardhartley7094]

The fuel pick up is dumb other than that the bike is awesome 👍

[@otxilac11]

How much do you weight with gear? Am debating leaving suspension stock for my weight or revalue and re spring

[@dustlorez2156]

How long do you ride dirtbikes mate?

[@marcusfaries3288]

Are the front and rear wheels the same as the TPI version?

[@geofffelsing1283]

What's the range on this bike?

[@IRON_D]

Was just riding my older 300 xcw and got caught BFE pitch black night! That stock headlight is a joke… ended up going down…! What is the best headlight setup I can buy?

[@MrMurfMan]

The headlight on my 24 xcw sucks lol

[@C_Scalese]

Baja Designs

[@Shiddyvet]

Cyclops

[@dustinsoule4960]

Can’t load your page to enter for sweepstakes

[@geofffelsing1283]

What maps do the pros use?

[@beaudryadventures6785]

I hate the tabs on the fenders, it's so hard to clean properly.

[@joejefferies6668]

Cut them off

[@beaudryadventures6785]

@@joejefferies6668 I'll probably do that this winter, I have about two hours on my bike and want to wait until I get a scratch on her first lol.

[@ehsanmafi6546]

So is this the only 300cc 2-stroke enduro bike from KTM? I always get so confused with the model lines. Still trying to figure out the difference between an enduro bike and a cross-country bike

[@ehsanmafi6546]

Nevermind, found your answer! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5XdpZ2joKmNgJIsi=enPJjjYKQADeRfoQ

[@joefoster259]

Normally it’s a gearing difference. KTM thinks rear suspension should be different. Otherwise enduro bikes have softer suspension allowed by the generally slower speeds of enduro. It’s all gray lines as you’re suspecting, especially since people ride MX bikes for enduro and XC and seem to be ok with it.

[@ehsanmafi6546]

@@joefoster259 i appreciate the detailed context, I’m brand-new to off-road but having a ton of fun so far on my CRF300L!

[@davidjdunham]

i just hope they make it so you dont have to mix the gas. oh my goodness that would be so nice. edit: nvm i didnt listen.

[@neilbe307]

What radiator fan did you put on this bike

[@joejefferies6668]

KTM power parts offer 2

[@simongilbert2704]

the fuel thing seems weird ;;;

[@ChrisKAloha]

fuel tank pick up thing is one of the dumbest things I have ever heard of. That is a giant miss.

[@Proudredneck77]

I would put in for giveaway cuz i need new bike but my mom thinks everything is a scam

[@stevedouglas1654]

It’s not but I’ve never won. Enter every time ! 😤

[@Proudredneck77]

@@stevedouglas1654 i know its not scam but i cant convince my mom its not

[@leewaken5059]

You never own/ride a bike long enough to "break" them. The normal guy spends $13,000 on a bike and rides it 3,4,5 or more seasons. It's at this point failures start to happen. Not in 7 months of riding the bike 3 times, then giving it away. Sheesh!

[@stevedouglas1654]

Chill dude !

[@OtisFlint]

No one should post reviews until years after the bike is unavailable? That makes total sense!

[@joefoster259]

Lee is right. I didn’t take it as him being harsh. Kyle does catch the early issues and glaring factory build issues and addresses them. I appreciate that and him pointing out the power difference right away in the xc-w most people weren’t addressing. The long term stuff comes from others. I’ll happily post a long term review of his give away bike. LOL

[@leewaken5059]

Thank you Joe, you and others know and/or understand.👍🏼 stevedouglas, I am chill. I totally appreciate what Kyle does and that he is able to give away all the bikes he purchases, incredible. The comment I made is nothing but pure honesty. For the amount of time/wear Kyle inflicts on his give aways, his assessment on a bike's durability has to be taken with this consideration. @@joefoster259

[@MP-wc2wh]

How long have you watched this channel ? First he rides most bikes a lot by more than 3 or 4 times. Second, he rides with plenty of people who have bikes 2,3 and 4 years old and adds those experiences to his reviews. Third B he tells you “ this is his experience “, not implying anything different…. Based on watching this channel since 2017, Kyle has integrity and is up front about how he tests, forms his opinions. 97% of the bike tests out there are from a day or two of riding.

[@jeffromoto874]

Great. I’ll take it. Lol

[@dougfalstad5227]

They are way too tall! I’m really disappointed. I’ll keep my 18 XCW forever I guess.

[@joefoster259]

For the love of god stop saying mapping for a cylinder porting difference between the xc and xc-w. Mapping is an ecu thing. IMHO. Am I wrong?

[@w_rnz]

I’m a bit of an idiot, but is the ECU mapping also different?

[@stevedouglas1654]

@@w_rnzcompared to the 300XC I think so. The XC has more horsepower too

[@OtisFlint]

Yes, because both the ECU mapping and the port timing are different.

[@w_rnz]

@@OtisFlint Cheers 🥂

[@ejhbigone]

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[@srs_bhai]

Bro i want this bike when i was 4th now i am 8th but my parents declined it 😞 can you give me it for free please 😢😢🥺🥺🥺🙁🙁☹️☹️