Don’t buy your FIRST ADVENTURE TOURER before watching this!

[@RiderXp]

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[@Randolini]

I have a 2017 Versys X300 ADV / ABS and I have seen the MPG as high as 67 and it has never shown below 60 MPG. The last time I filled up at 210 miles and It didn't take 4 gals. to fill it up, That's my personal experience. I am 76 and I don't get on interstates unless it is absolutely necessary. I enjoy 2 lane black top and don't mind a traffic signal or two going through smaller towns. People say it's about the journey, not the destination, but I say without a destination, there is no journey. 4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul. ✌

[@RiderXp]

Well said! 2 wheels move the soul indeed.

[@LLCoolPass]

Age vs fitness

[@538frostrd]

Have a 2022 and love it! I've owned 30+ bikes and this one really does it all.

[@sawdust466]

I agree. I have ridden 210 miles and still had a gallon left in the tank…

[@johnherian781]

I get simular results also.

[@psalwasser]

I subscribed to your channel based upon your quick accurate fact based delivery. alot of info in a great short film. thanks!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you. I appreciate it.

[@nalakirkwood4425]

Yes agree completely 🙏

[@moboost-nm6ss]

Quality comparison, data points, easy-to-read graphs, fun yet complimentary animations. Learned and had fun watching. Subscribed!

[@RiderXp]

I’m glad you liked it and found the video helpful. I appreciate you subscribing. Welcome onboard, more videos are coming.

[@Balance-ri8ge]

I've watched many comparison video's . You're video's are top notch! I love the way you actually show the comparison data side by side. It's very helpful when trying to make a buying decision. Keep up the great work!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you ! I'm glad you find them helpful.

[@gmcannon]

This has been one of the most well put comparisons I have seen. Thank you for helping me make my decision. I hope whatever you are riding you are having fun and staying safe.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Your support is what keeps me motivated and this channel going! I'm glad you found it useful. More content coming up… I am currently riding a Kawasaki ZX6R for the track and a Yamaha XSR900 for the street. Ride safe!

[@gmcannon]

@@RiderXp You as well brother, that's a really awesome bike youre on. Keep up the excellent work.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks!

[@GeezerWheels]

Nice vid! I do have one point to make: I have had my Versys X300 for just over 3 years. I routinely get 70 mpg, so with a 4.5 gallon tank I routinely get 250 to 300 miles per tank. (I am in my 70s and ride pretty conservatively. At highway speeds it only gets about 55 mpg, so that's still well over 200 miles per tank. Thanks for a great vid with lots of easily comparable specs.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you for the appreciation and sharing your own experience. I think it is important for people to realize that sensible riding has so many perks like good fuel efficiency, safety and the ability to actually enjoy the scenery! I obviously keep the efficiency & range estimates conservative so I don't have someone stranded because of my optimism. Thanks for your support, more videos coming soon.

[@terryperrier2893]

Great vid...very informative. I have had my 2020 KTM 390 since October 2020. I have just over 13000km in it now and 80% of those kms are on gravel logging roads and bush trails in Western Quebec. I find it is quite capable off road. I am not racing it so I take my time but still make it up the hill, over the rocks and through the creeks. If you want to rip through that stuff at speed get a true dirt bike or an enduro. I did the following upgrades: Bridgestone Battlax AX41's, Rox pivot handlebar risers, BDSB Endcap exhaust, Tusk tail plate, Tusk high fender kit, Double Take mirrors.

[@RiderXp]

@@terryperrier2893 Thank you so much for the kind words & sharing insights from your own experience with the 390 adventure! This is helpful for the community, especially for people considering the KTM. Appreciate the support, that's what keeps this channel going! More content coming up…

[@philcarr7969]

Well done Geezer. I'm 65 and you are only as old as you let yourself be or feel. Keep on truckn m8.

[@GeezerWheels]

@@philcarr7969 Thanks, Phil. I rode today for the first time in 5 weeks - monsoon season in SW Colorado. Today I rode my Suzuki Vstrom 650XT Adventure bike. Heavier than my Versys X300, but love the power / and great for long trips (although the X300 will do trips about as well, just less power at highways speeds. Keep on truckin' yourself!!!

[@LifeOfBurch]

This was SO helpful man! You fit multiple days of google searches into an 11 minute video, which is exactly what I was looking for! Super well put together too 🙏🏻

[@RiderXp]

@lifeofburch hey man, I'm glad you found it helpful. I'm pretty sure I've watched your videos while researching for my rebel comparison video. Typically it takes me a month to collect data, watch several reviews, talk to owners and then validate it from as many sources as I can , and then record, edit and post the video. Thanks for your comment and appreciation, means a lot! 🤙

[@LifeOfBurch]

@@RiderXp that’s awesome that you’ve seen my stuff before! All the effort you put in DEFINITELY shows man! For real, very well done. Keep up the great work brotha 🤘🏻

[@RiderXp]

Thanks brother! I’ve enjoyed your videos as well and i’m sure I could learn a lot more from you. Would definitely love to stay in touch and learn the ropes. Cheers!

[@GeezerWheels]

Nice Video! One point though: I've had my Versys X300 for just over 3 years. I routinely get 70 mpg so with a 4.5 gallon tank I also routinely get 250 - 300+ miles per tank. Others have said the same. Thanks for a great vid with lots of comparable facts.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you for pointing that out. I was probably being conservative with the range estimation but looks like this one was probably over cautious. Thanks for sharing your individual experience with the Versys.

[@harnishc]

@@RiderXp Same. I repeatedly have gone 200 miles and still had lots of fuel left. Generally I assume I'm got about 280 miles till zero. But I'm nicer to the throttle than most.

[@robertclark5874]

What a fantastic and thorough comparison! I loved when you did both stock and aftermarket exhaust sounds!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you! I’m glad you liked it. Please share the video with others and help me grow the channel.

[@WillieJohnRidesAgain]

Good vid. I have a 2022 Versys. Getting 66.7 mpg IN TOWN! First 300 miles.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks! That’s a good bike 👍🏼

[@dougbach7105]

I have the 2022 KTM 390 Adventure and love it. The other bikes are good too I'm sure, but the KTM is above and beyond in all around riding. The power to weight ratio makes the KTM so much more nimble and planted at the same time, in my opinion. You did a great job on your video it was very informative, thank you for the hard work you put in it. It was great to see all the differences and similarities of the motorcycles. Thank you sir.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the KTM. The power to weight ratio is my favorite part about it. Thanks for the kind words, that means a lot to me. Have a great day kind sir.

[@thegreenman2030]

How Highway worthy is the KTM for a 2 hour plus ride at 75 to 85 mph? What’s the maintenance intervals like?

[@papawgotagopro]

Thank you for this. Of the many dozens of videos I’ve watched researching this class yours is clearly the best and most unbiased report of the facts. Very much appreciated.

[@RiderXp]

I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for your comment and support.

[@maxw576]

This video was very well done. I especially liked the side by side specs and sound comparisons.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@philipbradshaw4050]

Best reviews I have ever seen. Could do with dwelling on the statistics a little longer as they have gone before I can take them in!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you for the kind words. I’ve got more specs in my research notes which will be up on my website very soon. stay Tuned.

[@SCALE_SLOTCARS_AND_RC]

Press the pause button

[@suhilkoul4850]

Probably the 100th video I watched before delivery of my Himalayan which will still take about 20days, I absolutely loved it. For some reason, I feel Himalayan has a smile factor and I think a lot of people really don't care about speed in india even 80-90kmph is plenty fast for me, rest I want something that does well in snow ❄️

[@RiderXp]

Thanks for watching, hope you liked this video #100 :). I agree, on Indian roads, 80-90 KMPH is plenty fast. Plus, on a Himalayan, one wants to enjoy the scenery and not speed through it. Good luck with the Himalayan delivery, I am aware that delivery time has been a challenge for RE for the past two years. But they're not alone, most manufacturers are experiencing similar delays.

[@agc121]

Awesome videos! Keep up the great work!!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you! Please share them with your friends who may find them helpful.

[@chiefenumclaw7960]

This video is best-in-class when it comes to comparisons. Many thanks, friend.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks for the kind words. Please share it with others who may find it useful.

[@armzforte23]

Since there is no perfect bike , a combination of all these would be perfection.

[@muskrat4852]

Everyone who has tested the Versys range, that I’ve seen, has gotten at least 280 mi in a tank. I believe the economy ratings are very conservative compared to real world tests. Great video.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks. Yes, I try to be conservative with the range figures. Better safe than sorry.

[@LCARSADV]

Your video is well done and to the point, one of the best comparison videos I've seen.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks! I like to save people time :). More detailed comparisons coming soon.

[@edouardl2]

Two comments, first one about Honda. A very nice bike to do short trips but not that comfortable for long rides. Another one about the Versys, it is surprisingly good in muddy terrain. I wouldn't go in the mountain stiff slopes with it but for most of the adventure rides, it is perfect.

[@jhackett9482]

Great video but the fuel range figures seem wrong. The Versys does not get poor fuel mileage. Its range is 250 plus. Trust me I have one.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you! Yes, I did realize the error after uploading. Am a lot more careful with my research now. Thanks for the feedback.

[@miketran4289]

I'll take a Svartpillen 401 over any of these.. Cheaper than a KTM 390 ADV , has the parts from the 390 ADV and has looks of a scrambler much like the Himalayan

[@spritual_enlightenment]

Excellent video on the subject!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you, I'm glad you found it useful. Cheers!

[@MrBenHaynes]

For the price of the Honda CRF Rally in Australia, you can buy a Honda CB500X which is better almost everywhere except off road.

[@RiderXp]

Good point! CRF is indeed a much better proposition for people who see themselves taking it offroad more often.

[@williamrae9954]

I spent months researching the best bike to do a 25.000mls trip from Cape Horn - Deadhorse, Alaska, given all factors, just before the KTM release, and the Kawasaki Versys 300 came out on top, fuel capacity/range, accessories,weight,etc...after looking into the KTM 390, that might be an option, though an Acerbis aux tank would be needed to replace that headlight unit!

[@franmitch3589]

Love the Himalayan & crf

[@philcarr7969]

Great review and very well presented. I like the data presentation on all the things that matter. I also like that you give the prices in many major markets (Aussie here). I have watched a few of these type videos to help me narrow down my short list. (I'm leaning towards a G310 GS atm).

[@RiderXp]

Hey! Thank you so much for the kind words! I try my best to keep up with the nuances across the major markets and it's a struggle to keep up with the homologation they do for individual countries but I don't give up easily. BMW is a great choice, I looked at one in 2018 and mistook it for the real deal for a moment, looks handsome and does the job quite well. At the end of the day, I believe all motorcycles are great, it just boils down to which one rocks your boat.. More videos coming, stay tuned! Cheers mate!

[@kymstock1852]

Hi Phil. Another Aussie here. IMO the 310 would suit if you are intending to do 90% road/10% on gravel. What would deter me from buying one is the fragility of the plastics ( same as the KTM) , the cast wheels are fragile when you hit rocks at speed, and in general the BMW legend of solid/ reliable bikes is a fallacy. I would select the Kawasaki if doing more road than trail, then maybe the Himalayan, then Honda if more dirt riding then road. Even then my DRZ400 with a big tank fitted might be a better deal cost wise.

[@apacheknox]

The 310 GS does not have switchable ABS....😢

[@MynardLab]

great comparison!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you!

[@fabieneldridge3414]

Crf300 Honda just went around the World with a woman goes by itchy boots , she put 40,000 k on her 300Honda in 12 months. It seemed to hold up very well but she did several up grades all the way around it ! Lots of after market pieces !

[@RiderXp]

Yup, I follow her. She's ridden several bikes across different countries. To me, that's the biggest proof that it's the rider's skill and mindset that makes more of a difference than the bike they're riding.

[@fabieneldridge3414]

@@RiderXp she is impressive. I would like to ride with her but I’m not sure I could keep up. I can’t go fast like I use to but I’d try my best . She is very tuff ! Itchy Boots good for you !

[@soggybawsmoto]

Great comparison, concurs with my opinion having bought a 2022 KTM 390 Adventure in the UK. Limited supply here results in the £5999 not being discounted at all. Bike took 6 months to arrive from order because of component shortages.

[@RiderXp]

Thanks for the kind words! I love all of them to be honest :) Individual preference is what it all boils down to. And yeah, supply chain situation is impacting everything right now, unfortunately, motorcycles aren't immune to that situation at the moment. Good choice though, happy riding... Thanks for supporting the channel, more videos coming.

[@kenstaroz1536]

A thoroughly enjoyable and informative run-down comparisons of the salient points. Love it. Thank you 👍

[@RiderXp]

Glad you enjoyed it! More valuable content coming soon. Stay tuned. Thanks!

[@radovansurlak7445]

great video, lots of value, thank you!

[@RiderXp]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you liked it 👍🏼

[@omicrondec]

The ending is overly dismissive of the Versys-X on the hwy. It's a lot more comfortable than the Honda CRF for highway travels with much more speed/passing potential...

[@alharris1508]

WOW, what a great informative video...thanks 👍🏼

[@RiderXp]

I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@doppel5627]

Great video. The only thing I wish you have included is the price in euros. Thanks for metric measures, it is do hard to translate miles imto kms all the time.

[@RiderXp]

I’m glad you found it helpful. Please share the video with others and support the channel. Thank you!

[@DigiMannen]

The Honda suspension might be long travel, but it is way to soft and bouncy, it is ok in speeds under 40km/h on gravel, but have no chance to keep up with the KTM's suspension.

[@44musher]

300 miles per tank on my Himalayan

[@dalehotpinky]

great video

[@mikelacross]

Love your side by side figures, kept pausing the video to have a longer look at the figures 😁

[@RiderXp]

Thanks! I’m glad it helped.

[@idahopotato5837]

Looks like the Honda is the only one made for off road. If your going to stay on the pavement a heavier larger bike is the way to go. If you want to hit single track on your trip keep the weight down and suspensions up.

[@JohnSmith-sm6oy]

10:56 we watch up in CANADA TO MAN WE DO ...LOL

[@RiderXp]

Haha! Thank you. I appreciate it. I’m a one man show but I try my best to include everyone as best i can.

[@JohnSmith-sm6oy]

@@RiderXp it's all good buddy you the man keep up good work ..with the bikes

[@rokkosgeneral]

this video is neat. thank you

[@RiderXp]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the support!

[@PCWCFA]

Excellent format! Let me guess. You're in software or finance. I ask cause everything has that Excel feel to it which, of course, is the gold standard. :) My only suggestion is to put the bike's name above the graphic because on a tablet screen, it's a bit hard to see which bike is which.

[@RiderXp]

Haha! Yes, excel is my drug and powerpoint presentations have been a big part of what I’ve done for over 18 yrs! I did label the bikes (right under the bike image, blue text to differentiate from the Specs in black text) I’m assuming it doesn’t jump out as well as I’d imagined. Thanks for the feedback, i do have an idea to improve future videos. Cheers!

[@trd4d]

Research is good. The Versys gets over 300 miles per tank unless you are just beating it up. Closer to 350.

[@RiderXp]

Yes, that’s the most common feedback i got in this video. I did get that one figure wrong in the video.

[@mikebrownsongs]

Great video. Thanks

[@RiderXp]

I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for the support.

[@cadepruitt2513]

Thank you for this video!

[@RiderXp]

You are welcome! glad you found it helpful.

[@advinjapan]

Great comparison. I do feel all these bikes are a great value, but for all around fun, I’d hand it to the 390. But I’m a bit biased as I have one myself 😅.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you. And the bias in favor of 390 is not a problem. I've ridden it and loved how much fun to ride that motor is. Then I rode the 890 and was blown away at how much giggle focused KTM is.. The only issue I consistently kept hearing about models upto 2021, especially in the RC390 format, was electronics failing and head gaskets blowing during racing scenarios. It does have a bad rap in US racing circles for that reason. Having said that, I do hear from owners that the 2022 and on models aren't as problematic. So that's always good news. Do share your ownership insights as well.

[@jayjohnson4352]

Great in depth comparison. You should include fuel mileage though.

[@theguyonharley9275]

Amazing video and nice Information. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@RiderXp]

I’m glad you liked it, thanks

[@YourLocalRaccoon]

Damn shame theres no honorable mention of the dr650

[@tunesfortoons6507]

Ktm 390 adventure has cornering ABS. No other bike in this lineup have that.

[@RiderXp]

Correct. It actually does have the best electronics in the group and would make a good touring bike capable of light off road duties in the hands of an average rider.

[@kymstock1852]

Best first adventure bike? 1) WiIl it depreciate in value a lot if I decide this type of riding is not for me? Lower price wins. 2) Can I touch the ground easily in rough terrain? 3) Does it provided tractable power delivery or wheel spin? 4) Will it the body plastics break easily when I drop it, as you will invariably do if this is your first ADV bike. ( not KTM or BMW) 5) Do spare parts cost a lot and are they available at short notice ( kept in stock by dealer network).? BMW/KTM fail? 6) Is the suspension compliant over small bumps, yet able to cope with bigger hits? ( Not Honda/ too soft OEM) 7) Are you intending to ride on road mainly with the occasional gravel road( KTM/ BMW) or possibly tackle rough terrain with big rocks ( wire wheels win here Kawasaki, Himalayan, Honda) I am not looking to buy my first ADV bike, more my last before I FOP ( fall off perch). Faced with the 5 bikes you compare very well, I would consider the Kawasaki for a fun little road bike that is dirt road capable. More likely for me to replace my much modified DRZ400 ( possibly superior to the Honda reviewed in power ,range, suspension and handling) I would buy the Himalayan as something different.

[@Walid_Kharseh]

Love how you got all those details in such a short video. I am thinking of buying a ktm 390 adventure that i can use as transportaion mostly on street (just a little offroad). Do you think it would be a good pick? Thanks!

[@RiderXp]

Thanks! Yeah, i think you’ll get the versatility you’re looking for. It’s pretty good for around town or even some highway. And then you can also take it to some dirt trails and light off-roading.

[@mikenolan834]

Great “to the point” well explained video. Thank you

[@RiderXp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juliancain6128]

Easily the best "shootout" video I have seen this season - Liked and Sub'ed!

[@RiderXp]

Thank you very much. This encouragement means a lot to me.

[@johnhass1084]

You nailed it

[@leebrewer7394]

Another well done, great reviewer.

[@RiderXp]

Thank you!

[@nitaymatityahu6047]

Amazing video

[@RiderXp]

Thank you! Your support means a lot to me. More valuable content coming soon. Stay tuned.

[@victoriazero8869]

> Versys > The only twin in the class *Cries in V-Strom*

[@whiterabit09]

this video is excellent, thanks

[@RiderXp]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Your support is what keeps me motivated and this channel going! More content coming up…

[@browngreen933]

If Kawasaki would grow the Versys x 300 to 400cc with no weight gain it would be a HUGE WINNER!

[@RiderXp]

Oh absolutely! A lot of fans are just waiting for it. I can’t believe Kawi hasn’t figured that out yet. It’ll stomp everything out just like the Ninja400 destroyed competition.

[@browngreen933]

@@RiderXp Exactly! They could do it so easy by making a Z400 ADV bike.

[@RiderXp]

Absolutely! You never know 2023 might be the year..

[@grumpy_cat1337]

If Kawi do that - I'm preordering. Right now I'm leaning more to CRF300 Rally.

[@ranplan]

Amazing review video. Himalayan for me!

[@RiderXp]

Thanks! I’m glad you like it, the support & encouragement means a lot to me. Enjoy the truly retro, coolest looking bike of the lot. Ride safe!

[@blaisedsouza6985]

Hey guys, loved the video. I'm looking to buy a bike to be able to use it for uber/ gig type work. Il be riding 10hours daily, typically in residential neighborhoods but it needs to be able to ride decent on major highways too. It also needs to have some type of luggage rack where I can attach a food carrier of some sort. With all this can anyone PLEASE give me some advice? It needs to be reliable most importantly, the looks are of zero importance.

[@blaisedsouza6985]

Leaning to the Himalayan as it ticks most of the boxes, what do you guys think?

[@RiderXp]

The Versys would actually be the most reliable and serve the purpose.

[@blaisedsouza6985]

@@RiderXp appreciate you brother 🙏🏽 il check it out

[@Matezz]

Forza 350.

[@escapewithprem]

Excellent comparison review ❤.. I am looking for a tourer and thinking between CB300F and Himalayan… please suggest..

[@RiderXp]

CB300F anyday! Honda reliability is unbeatable and that is going to be really important while touring.

[@escapewithprem]

@@RiderXp thank you so much for your response, I subscribed to your channel.. all the best 😊😉👍

[@RiderXp]

Thank you!

[@escapewithprem]

Bro, booked CB300F on next day of your response and got it delivered today Thursday 😊😊🥂🥂

[@escapewithprem]

Just created a video of the delivery… here it is,, kzbin.infoqhrWq03S3hY?feature=share

[@Hartman73554]

Zontes 310T Adventure should be included here

[@amorroma9237]

мой кавасаки версис 300 расходует 3,6 л на 100 , если ехать по трассе с крейсером 110, а здесь 4,5))

[@grumpy_cat1337]

Та наверное все такие ездят 130-140, а потом "ой чо он так много жрёт". Мой Ниндзя 650 ест абсолютно столько же. Та и в принципе Z250 ел столько же, в районе 3.5 если ехать 110, и 4.5 если ехать 130.

[@mihaimihai9254]

I think the Suzuki V Strom 250 should be incuded in this comparison...

[@RiderXp]

I did think about it too, but then I decided to keep the video shorter than rest of my comparison videos. But yeah, that’s an absolutely fun bike as well.

[@daveclews4497]

2022 Ktm390 adventure in Aus for $9970

[@ToGrimmToWin]

Lol versys gets 250 miles or more real world before reserve

[@emilsiedlecki9317]

crf300 modded

[@WoodrowfollowerofYahshua]

👍🏻🙏🏻😀