Kawasaki KLX 300 OWNERS give 5 Reasons to BUY | Best Budget Dual Sport Motorcycle | Off Road Riding

[@DerekDualSport]

Thanks for watching, and a huge Thank You to all the subs who left a comment, I had a great time reading through them.

[@pnwguy221]

I've been riding for about 25 years and I love my 24' KLX300. It's not the fastest or most powerful bike out there but it gets the job done and it is very fun and easy to ride. It will get you just about anywhere you want to go which includes getting into trouble if you're not careful . I have rode motocross, supercross, trails ,street and everything in between. This machine is fun and I recommend it.

[@DerekDualSport]

Heck yeah, that’s spot on. It gets the job done and is endless fun.

[@bwoods311]

I am driving 5 hours round trip Monday to pick up a 24 KLX 300! I’m super excited so I’ve been binging all the Klx content I can find! I’m 43, looking to get back into riding after a 26 year adulthood hiatus :D

[@DerekDualSport]

Congrats! You are going to have a blast, these bikes will take you anywhere you wanna go.

[@airadaimagery692]

At 51, I’ve had some pretty sick Kawasaki bikes. I raced MX and I had CRs and KX 2 strokes. Depending on the track that we would be racing on, determined which bike I would use. Raced 125 and 250. I got trophies from both red and green! My first street bike was the Ninja 600. sold that bike for the CBR600. This was back when they were first introduced. I owned an 87 XL250, my first dual sport. Then I quit riding for 20 years. When I got back into it in 2007 I had a DRZ400. Only had it for a couple of years and had to sell it due to finances. In 2021 I started looking for another one, because I really liked it. But that’s when I discovered the 300s CRF and KLX. For what I wanted a dual sport for, the TAT, I was sold on the 300 Rally. Traveling from one side of the country to the other, significant fuel capacity and wind protection was a must for me. I spent more than $2k on upgrades, but there just isn’t a dual sport that doesn’t require modifications to suit the rider. With that said, there aren’t any dual sports that I can think of that I don’t like. Most all are great bikes, once you set it up for yourself. But they not dirt bikes, and they not street bikes. But they sure are a blast!

[@Kawboy13]

I'm 56 and have been riding since I was a teenager. Through the years I have ridden many different bikes and have owned more that I can remember. Right now I own a Versys 650 and a KLX250s that I but a 331 kit in. The KLX is my favorite and gets ridden more than the Versys. Don't want to sell either one. It's nice to have a choice.

[@airadaimagery692]

@@Kawboy13 I hear that. I wouldn’t want to sell either of those bikes either. You can go anywhere you wish between those two.. How’s that 331 big bore kit run? I plan to bore my 300, but probably won’t until next year.

[@Kawboy13]

@@airadaimagery692 Runs GREAT! The Best thing I've ever done to a bike! Makes it feel like a bigger bike without it actually being any bigger in size. I did it at about 2,000 miles and the bike has 9,800 on it now. Runs perfect and burns no oil. Just did a valve check last week and was still in spec. I would highly recommend it. When riding the highway on a trip and going up into the mountains it just pulls with no problem. I don't have to gear down like I once did, and that's with it geared higher for a road trip too

[@leanit5756]

Been riding for 48 years, I love my '24 KLX300. I do wish the engine was 350-500 ccs, but it is a really great bike for what it is.

[@DerekDualSport]

I know what you mean I’d definitely be interested in a 450 if Kawasaki made one.

[@Max-ye9xg]

Watching The gentlemen Ride for a while that bike just tractors along without needing to rev it up it just goes and goes like a tractor

[@leanit5756]

Worst thing about the EXC500F and CRF450L isn't the pricing, it is the engine vibration. Just ridiculous anyone makes a motorcycle today with the level of vibration those bikes produce. Obviously their maintenance intervals suck too, as do their seats. That is why I sold mine 2 EXC500Fs and 1 CRF450L, and now ride a KLX300.

[@DerekDualSport]

Wow that is interesting. I’ve heard people complain about the vibration, but I didn’t realize just how bad it really is.

[@Kawboy13]

I have seriously been looking at the CRF450l. Glad I read this. Thanks. Not a fan of some vibration, nope, not a fan at all.

[@KLXJOE128]

New Rider but have tried a few bikes. 1.Price 2.Suspension for category 3.manageable power 4.durability in a crash 5.dirt bike with a plate. I love this thing!

[@thefinalboss2403]

Just bought a grey 25 model. Loving it so far! I live in Vermont and this thing is perfect for the back roads.

[@DerekDualSport]

Congrats! That is awesome, those grey ones look so sharp.

[@SqueakyCheeks23]

I love my KLX no regrets 👍

[@BoyFindsTako]

Been riding over 20 years, owned all kinds of motorcycles, sport bikes, adventure bikes, all kinds of duel sports. Bought a KLX300 what a fun motorcycle! Love it man, it’s not a Tenere. But it sure is fun and way way lighter which I can appreciate.

[@SmokinZen]

I bought a T7 and tried it first but for the places I wanted to go I just didn’t want to be dropping such a heavy bike. So I added a KLX to my stable and it is a lot of fun and I am no longer worried about having to pick it up. I should have probably bought the KLX first but at least I have a strong bike for long on road trips and a bike that I can use for exploring nothing to crazy but I have pushed it to close to my limited abilities and it made me a better rider off the beaten path.

[@xImmortalTechnique]

I just got my 24' KLX 300 yesterday! I've aboslutely loved all 18 miles I got it on so far lol. Sold my POS Grom to get it!

[@DerekDualSport]

That’s awesome you’ll have a blast with it!

[@Bikes_N_Adventure]

Way more use than a grom, I made the same decision selling my mini bike lol

[@ronlawson5819]

At 54,and not owning a motorcycle for over 25 years…..although I have the KLX 300R I agree with all of your comments,price,performance and build quality

[@DerekDualSport]

Definitely great bikes!

[@atomic_choom]

I’ve owned my 2023 for a little over a year now and I never expected to enjoy it as much as I do, thing is an absolute blast, I don’t think I could ever get rid of it lol One of the things I was impressed the most by is how smooth it is on the road I commute on mine and it’s such a good cruiser

[@DerekDualSport]

I know exactly what you mean! That’s awesome you commute on yours, they really can do it all.

[@brucebrown6597]

Wanted to start riding my 550lb GS off-road.... didn't last long! Got the KLX and I have more fun riding than on the GS now. Seems the GS stays in the garage most of the time.... would rather ride the KLX.... Thanks for all the videos!

[@DerekDualSport]

I totally understand that, 550 is a lot of weight to be slinging around off road. Thanks for watching!

[@christopherdurante3367]

My first bike was a 1998 klr 250, traded it for a truck after only 1000 miles and have missed it ever since lol started watching your videos as research before getting another one but new, I appreciate you and your videos and will be buying a klx 300 very soon 😊 thank you and keep the videos coming

[@DerekDualSport]

That is awesome! You’re gonna have a blast on the KLX. Somewhere in my house I have a picture of me when I was a baby on a KLR 250 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@Un-Burdened]

Klx300 is an awesome bike. The gearing and lack of aftermarket parts leaves a little to desire, but I'd buy it again👍🏻

[@josephthornton8560]

I've mentioned before that I have 2 of them. a DS for trails and a SM for street. One of the things I love is, if I drop it, it's not the end of the world. I was always so worried about dropping or tipping over all of my cruisers, sport bikes, sport tourers. Which also did happen sometimes.

[@DerekDualSport]

Yeah it’s pretty freeing. I had those same worries!

[@Max-ye9xg]

I was 15 and 1/2 years and got a XL Honda street legal 350 with Kickstart no electric start I was in high school no electric start Kickstart only had a decompression lever to get the kick top dead center tons of power road wheelies with two people was 1984 model used 900 or 1200 miles used

[@Gerb3k]

Looking to get my first dual sport. I wanna travel the roads less traveled and explore new places. Only trouble I’m having is which bike to get. I’ve narrowed it down to the klx300 and the drz400. Ik whichever one I choose I’m gonna have a blast. Any help/advice is greatly appreciated!!! Love the channel bro 🤙

[@Gerb3k]

Ik both have their pros and cons but just wanna hear from someone that knows a lot about dual sports

[@DerekDualSport]

I agree that you will have a blast on either one. I like that the KLX is a bit more modern with fuel injection etc. The Drz’s have not changed a thing in a long time so there is a lot more aftermarket parts available for the DRZ. I tell ya I’ve taken the KLX 300 all over the place it’ll definitely get you down those places less traveled.

[@Max-ye9xg]

I think the DRZ400 only has four gears might want to look into that I heard that's a big complaint

[@Kawboy13]

I've been ridding for 40 years and have tried out just about everything. Stay away from the DRZ400. It's heavy and has a close ratio 5 speed trans. 1st gear will make you feel like it'll do 30 mph. In the woods......that aint good. Also, the engine side cases/covers are plastic. The bike hasn't changed since 2000. I have a KLX with a 331 big bore kit in it and love it! I shouldn't love and earthly thing, but I do. ;-)

[@rodlong65]

Just traded in my DR 650 for a 24 klx 300. After 500 miles I have no regrets.

[@DerekDualSport]

Both solid bikes with pros and cons. Glad your loving the KLX

[@rodlong65]

I'm wanting to put a 13 tooth front sprocket on my 2024 klx300. I ordered a after market one but it is too wide for the shaft can't use the lock ring. Where did you get yours? By the way I love your videos lots of good information.

[@DerekDualSport]

@rodlong65 thank you very much! I ordered mine from Rocky Mountain I’ll try to link to the exact one I bought, it’s listed for a KLX 250 www.motosport.com/Sunstar-Front-Sprocket?variant=SUT0001-X001-Y115

[@StravaigADV]

Great format and video. Making me want a KLX!

[@DerekDualSport]

Thank you man!

[@mrcolin2u]

I’ve got a 2023 klx300 it’s easy to ride and hard to stall . I’ve got over 2k miles on mine mostly off road . Need some new tires !

[@danielgreen7159]

I move around quite a bit to different altitudes. From 1500 ft to 9,000 ft and everywhere in between , and mine runs great wherever I go. I e done all the performance mods you talked about and more and changed the front sprocket to a 15t and itsmuch better on the hyway because I do ride hyway more than I thought I would. I love the versatility.

[@DerekDualSport]

That’s awesome, I love how versatile they are too! 15t on the front is interesting, what’s a comfortable cruising speed with that set up?

[@danielgreen7159]

​@DerekDualSport it's good up to about 70.

[@DerekDualSport]

Nice! I just switched to a 13/42 setup and it likes to hang out in that 55-60mph zone. I may switch back to 13/40 🤷‍♂️

[@Max-ye9xg]

My previous comment I guess I was saying 350 is the perfect Enduro size engine

[@KLXMaint]

Got one and wish I knew about GPX FSE 300 before I purchased my KLX 300.

[@Max-ye9xg]

The green reminds us all of our 80cc KX 2-stroke poor people born around 1970

[@Mjr1348]

I’m 62 and ride a 21 crf300L and thinking of switching to the klx.

[@jeffg3895]

I ride the KLX. You’re not missing much. They are so similar. Other than the KLX has better suspension (more adjustable.) But the CRF has a WAY bigger aftermarket parts supply. And honesty, I feel the KLX is underpowered. If you ever need to lift the front end up to get over a puddle or small woop, it’s impossible with throttle only.

[@KentwoodWarrior]

Took my ‘24 klx to brown mtn yesterday, was a great time. Bike is so much more capable off-road than you’d think. Get my contact info and we can hit brown together on them one day and I can show you some good trails there 🤙🏻

[@DerekDualSport]

Do you mind emailing me your number to [e-mail] I’m down and free June 29-30.

[@gabrielkopp2036]

I think they are great bikes but when I get one I will look for a 22 because the the 24s are ugly in my opinion

[@drakevaliance3536]

i disagree with one thing they are GREAT at cornering if you know how to use the front brake and use body positioning correctly.

[@DerekDualSport]

Very good point! Another W for the KLX

[@swaggaming420]

especially if you have the supermoto variant

[@trashpandatrailadv]

I only clicked this cause you have the worlds most click bait frame. Already know how good the KLX is. WE'RE GONNA LOOSE THE SHOP!

[@DerekDualSport]

Well I appreciate you clicking and watching. Imma go watch a dual sport and chill vid on your page 👍

[@dizzlerizzle2775]

can you link the handle bar bag and the foam deal

[@DerekDualSport]

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[@dizzlerizzle2775]

@@DerekDualSport thx sm

[@HereWyoming]

I had one, why shouldnt you buy one? Too Heavy, all the extra weight up high. Too hard to get a foot down if you are less than 6ft. Cant restart if you stall it without turning ingnition off then on. Other things you can fix, but those things you can't. Traded mine for beta xtrainer. So much better in every way and not much more money. Also can be street legal.

[@Madchad6969]

Do they come in small tire

[@DerekDualSport]

The dual sport version does not, you’d have to buy aftermarket tires.

[@Madchad6969]

@@DerekDualSport to thank you very much man

[@AustinWrightjed]

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[@spctweaks]

Honda crf 300l better than klx 300

[@Bikes_N_Adventure]

How so?