KTM 300 XC Full Review - Long Term - Enduro King?

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Could this be the best dirt bike in the world? It's time for the full review of the KTM 300 XC. This is my new favorite platform from the vast KTM offroad/enduro lineup. It is made for the rider the wants to charge fast, push harder, and carry more speed into the big hits, and jumps. The suspension is stiffer, allowing you to hit things harder than with the XC-W lineup. While it's tailored to the rider who wants to go faster, it's still amazing in the slow technical sections of the trails due to the fantastic 300 two-stroke motor, and the very adjustable 4CS WP forks.
This bike is the reason I can't fully move to Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, or Suzuki. They just don't offer a bike as versatile as this one.
This bike is a home run!
Bikes it eats up for enduro riding:
Honda CRF450
Yamaha YZ450F
Kawasaki KX450
Suzuki RM450
I can honestly tell you that I don't believe there is a more well rounded off road dirt bike than the KTM 300 XC. It can do it all. It can go slow. It can go fast. It can be quiet and docile and it can be a fire breathing dragon. This is the 2015 model in this video and it's phenomenal.
Update: I now own the 2017 version of this bike, and it's even better. I love the new frame and I love the new motor. the 2017 is easier to stand up on and the motor is as smooth as butter. The AER forks on the 2017 are great and are better IMO than the 4CS forks that came on the older models.
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[@nielsd60]

Your videos are excellent. The way you talk with such passion about the sport and machines you love hits home with me and articulates the same passion I feel for dirt bikes. I'm 58 years old and ride a 2015 KTM 250 SX. When I'm riding my bike looking down the track or trail I feel like a kid again. I don't think about work, problems or anything else. I'm just in the moment on my dirt bike. It's a fantastic feeling. Keep em coming!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Niels Damgaard You just articulated how I (and so many others) feel. Well done sir!

[@dirtbikesam]

+Niels Damgaard AMEN.

[@ChrisSoignier]

I couldn't agree w/ you more. I started riding KTM's w/ an '06 450 XC, shortly thereafter adding an '07 300 XCW, then switched to an '11 250 XC and now a '15 300 XC. The 300 XC is also my favorite bike ever, it's hard to find fault w/ it so far.

[@JameyNewly]

I really like this review. I use to be a YZ250F guy to the core but then in 2013 a friend talked me into buying a 300XC after riding his. I have never regretted it or looked back. This bike has elevated my riding ability and my enjoyment. Thanks for all your video's! They are a informative and fun to watch.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Jamey N Very cool. Glad that you love it as much as I do.

[@Jk-em6ck]

I started on a 250 xc, beautiful bike, highly recommended

[@kingmatthews5436]

My first time on a 2 stroke was amazing I just wasn't used to the power because I always would ride a 4 stroke but when I first got on it I twisted the throttle and the front end flew right up! I just really love the power of 2 strokes since then :)

[@mikemoralesofficial]

It definitely is a "do it all bike". And so is the the 250F Sixdays (same front forks and other goodies stock). Those are probably the most fun bikes to ride and the best KTM displacements at the moment. Great job on the videos, I used one of yours to help me install my torc1 factory footpegs. All I could think while were doing it was your exact words "don't let the spring beat you". It was a huge help! Thanks Kyle! :-)

[@travislopez6177]

I just got my first 2 stroke a 2013 300xc 😆 and I love it!!!

[@Duck95ish]

congrats!

[@jasonmaxwellandhisbikes8502]

thanks for your great reviews. I just got a 2016 300 xc-w and I love it. I did a 67 mile ride after I broke it in. keep up your reviews they will help a lot of people

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Jason Maxwell Thanks for the feedback!

[@bikevault2302]

just picked my 2017 up last week - truly awesome bike

[@johnreynolds1343]

I bought a '15 300 XC last week and took it to the track yesterday. First new bike ever. I do not think I could of made a better choice. I like riding the track but know that I am never going to make the big leagues. Plus the bike is versatile. Glad I didn't get the 2016 after watching your videos and seeing that the changes were all cosmetic. Thanks

[@DirtBikeChannel]

John Reynolds Thank you for sharing this. So you like the 300 XC on the track, right?

[@johnreynolds1343]

+Dirt Bike Channel I love it!!! In Houston we don't have many trails so most weekends we have to hit the track. I am done with the abuse I endure with a SX bike.

[@jacobsheppard9938]

I love this chanel!!!!

[@lil_twinkie2476]

Hi

[@slowninja14]

Couldn't agree more with your review! I just picked up a new leftover 2014 300xc a month ago! I love it!! You should get out to SW Missouri and come to Chadwick! Easy trails and seriously gnarly and technical trails and everything in between!

[@slowninja14]

Lots of rock! It's affectionately call Chadrock by some... LOL

[@timl2458]

Thank you for technical description comparing the gearboxes of the xc vs xc-w. Very helpful.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Tim L Thanks for paying attention :)

[@timl2458]

+Dirt Bike Channel I am new to riding out west here in Utah, I grew up riding a kx 125 in the woods and rolling grass fields back in Kentucky during my high school years. Two seasons ago I got my first bike out here and it's a '03 200sx that all I have really done is set up the suspension a little softer for off-road riding, and put some more "enduro" style tires on (still has the 19" rear, with stock sprockets) and the thing loves to scream through all of the single track I have been able to find. And I can really throw the bike around "almost" like my mountain bike. :) (I particularly love most of the trails up AF Canyon) On real steep stuff I will have to feather the clutch a bit which I hate doing, but I suspect this has a lot to do with the 200 just not having enough low rpm power, and the sx 1st gear is probably a bit high. (I am about 170 without my gear) But most of the time I have really liked the speed or the tempo that comes with that higher first gear and close ratio 6 speed. I ride sometimes with a buddy who has a '14 300xc-w that I got to try once out at Knolls doing doughnuts in the flats and I really liked the low end power, but that first gear hardly seemed usable. And I do not think that his bike felt even one bit heavier than my bike. Maybe even felt lighter in some situations. (Maybe it actually is, my bike is easily 12 years old, i haven't looked up the weight or weighed my bike.) ANYWAY..........based on some of my own experiences what you are saying about the 300xc seems to really be resonating with me (and that's why I really appreciated your technical comparison of the gearboxes). I was thinking that maybe a Husky TE300 with the linkage rear suspension was maybe the way to go, but now I think I would be happier with that gearbox that comes on the KTM xc model. How much do you know about the Husqvarna models? My understanding is that they only have the one TC and the TE, and that the TE has the exact same gearbox as the xc-w.

[@eddieortiz1246]

What did you end up with? You helped me decide on the 300xc but i have always been interested in husqvarna

[@rzski351]

Awesome job on the review! You almost talked me into a 300 xc instead of my 300 XC-W. Kreft Moto took care of my suspension to do exactly what you say you like about the xc suspension. If you want to really be amazed, have Adam tune your suspension! If you guys ever make it out to Grand Junction I would love to ride with you.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Rick Zwierzchowski Sounds good. Thanks for sharing.

[@martymcfly7985]

man I'm just getting into single track enduro type rides and I just wanna say thanks a lot for all this 2 stroke input and info! making it a lot easier to make up my mind before I dump some hard earned dollars on a first bike

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Marty McFly Thanks for supporting the channel. I hope you find a great bike to enjoy.

[@martymcfly7985]

+Dirt Bike Channel found an 09 KTM in decent shape. will need some minor replacements and love here now there but it's expected. spring can't come soon enough!

[@plumbit111]

Thanks for sharing... Didn't know that they were that much different .My first real serious bike was a 1984 250cc MXC sounds like thats now the XC loved that bike and had a lot of success on it.

[@marktegeder2455]

Super stoked! Picking up a 2014 300 XC today!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Mark Tegeder That is great!

[@marktegeder2455]

Thanks!

[@tek9tim]

I absolutely love my 2015 Husky TE 300! The chassis/suspension of the XC, the transmission and goodies (lights, speedo, hour meter, skid plate) of the XCW. Agreed with using second instead of first. Now and again, I'll find a use for first, but the best thing is that when I'm racing I never use first, which means I never hit neutral instead of second. The absolute best part is my bike isn't orange! KTM/Husky are putting out some phenomonal bikes!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+tek9tim Right on. Thanks for sharing!

[@derektassie1479]

i bought a brand new 16 300xc based on your videos man. love your channel!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+derek tassie So happy for you!

[@GoViking933]

I’m on my second 2013 300 XC, having sold the first one at 500 hours and at that now on this one. I definitely agree about how solid of a platform this bike is: wickedly awesome, bulletproof engine on a great frame & suspension. I love showing up at races and doing awesome on the oldest bike in my (A) class. My only complaint is the bottom gearing is too tall for the steep & tight Rocky Mtn terrain we run, I gear my bikes down to 13/52 so lose in the top end. I have had a W and love the Pro Link as it tracks better in the high speed. Full wraps & Tubliss are a must where we ride. Great show, glad you see the light. Cheers! PS the JD jetting kit is worth the money

[@samuelyeet6006]

Im considereing an older but not to old xc or xcw, something like 2012 through 2016, just whatever i can get for under 5k, they are carbed arent they? How is that? Do you have to refet them alot? I heard something about a computer still conrtolling it? And they al have electronic start right? Which one would you get?

[@tjtharp2432]

God Gave us 300cc through this angel company called KTM "King of The Motorcycles" This is basically Jesus in a Dirt bike.I LOVE my 14' 300 xc, and will never go back. I have yet to stall this bike as well and i have been blown away at what jesus and god have given us. Earth, Mountains, Trails, Dirt, KTM, 300, XC, and most of all 2-Stroke!

[@rwalden1999]

+TJ Tharp praise the lord, amen bro. Brrraaap!

[@riennafoutre3833]

+TJ Tharp ahah ! you made my day ! 2-smokes all the way all day !!

[@tjtharp2432]

Glad to have done that for you. when I'm having a bad day during the winter i just go sit on my bike.

[@hdidane00]

Pl speak for yourself Sir KTM Sherco and husky make better 2 strokes than the KTM and Jesus might be your GOD but not everyone else in here. so don't say gave US you should say gave YOU.

[@v4sdude191]

hdidane00 wow, that was gay and cringy

[@joshuavannais5460]

This video probably just convinced me to get one of these. good job haha.

[@duken4evr]

I have an '18 300 XC with a Lectron on it, and I live in Colorado. God Damn, I am one lucky/happy MoFo... I stayed with the carb on the new bike as I know and love the Lectron, which is simpler than a toilet tank valve, and yet it works. Simple and it works - gotta love that in a carb. Sold my '13 XC-W to get the '18 XC, the counter balancer on the new engine is worth it. Oh man. So cool to rip without my hands going numb. The e-start is way better than my '13 bike's also. Agree about the gearing. The off idle grunt on the 300 is such that 1st was a little low on the XC-W in the kind of rocks and stuff shown in the video. I ride gnarly trails like you do, for that stuff the 2T rules. Put a Trail Tech fan on it and the 2T will never overheat, ever. Finally, the 2T just has a fun personality for hard core trail riding. Cool video!

[@ckoford11]

Sold me on the XC. I have a 2014 250 XC-W and I love it, don't get me wrong, but one thing I've always hated that you brought up was the suspension and how it wallows in the whoops. Here in SoCal you can't go 20 yards on any trail without there being motocross style whoops and having that soft of suspension, going through them one after another, for hours on end really, really beats you up. It would be nice to have some better suspension to handle stuff like that. Great review! Best one yet!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

ckoford11 Oh man, you'll be better off with an XC in those types of terrain for sure! I know how you feel. We have some stuff up there that gets whooped out like that. Most of the time I don't run footage of that since tends to look so boring that I don't turn the camera on!

[@christophe_gallant]

Love your reviews man so good! From British Columbia

[@DirtBikeChannel]

ika6667 Thanks. Would like to ride in BC one day!

[@tombba]

+Dirt Bike Channel great review! Just brought home a brand new 2016 300xc.Educating myself on the jetting options based on riding in Wa. state sea level to 5k feet temps 50 to 85 degrees.If a guy uses the factory settings that the owners manual has,what would be the first jetting change a guy should do for temp or elevation change?Needle setting first or change needle, or change main jet, or adjust aso setting?iSeems like messing with more than one could open a can of worms.Thanks

[@c.decker8540]

Just picked up a 2014 300xc. I've always ridden 4-strokes and the transition to the way the bike puts the power down is strange for me. I was deciding between this bike and the 200xc (which I look forward to your review of ;) ). Great videos by the way!

[@riennafoutre3833]

+Cody Decker everybody should start with a 2-stroke....personnaly i don't think i will ever own a 4-stroke. when you start on a 2-stroke, the day you jump on a 4-stroke you know why most people prefer a 250 4-stroke to a 125 2-stroke.....way more easy to get the power, less clutching...a 4-stroke forgives your mistakes on a track....but a 125 makes you lose precious seconds when you make a mistake.( not in the right gear, not enough clucth and windin etc.) but the fun is not the same with a 4-stroke that's for sure. i've been riding a cr125 and 250sx on tracks for 8 years now and i tried my friend's yz450f and was stunned how easy it is to get the power....i was riding around the track almost always on 3rd gear without any clutching or downshifting....it is clearly something different.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Excellent review. KTM is a bike I would like to own someday. It is definitely on my list and thanks again for such wonderful in depth review.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Heartland Dual Sport Thanks for taking time to comment. This bike doesn't disappoint.

[@2fly1974]

Hey bud your channel is awesome so I just subscribed! I've seen your channel a bunch of times and seen a bunch of your reviews on various things and you know your stuff. I live in Colorado and ride in the mountains with alot of single track and have been riding a 12' Kx450f for 3yrs on the trails. While I love my bike and it's power there are definitely times when I wished I had a bike that was lighter and more versatile and could chug and lug like you've been raving about with the 300xc...I'm pretty sure you just sold me:).. Keep it up and great job!

[@richi__1768]

Got the same bike with the same pipe and exhaust, ur sayings all true 😎😎

[@MichaelAbramo]

Well, I've been trying to decide whether to get a 250 or 300 XC/XC-W, but now I know to get a 300XC-W for the riding I expect to do and for my skill level. Super helpful.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Glad to have helped!

[@koryy8056]

I have the same thoughts exactly on the 300xc. The geometry is slightly different between the xc and the w. Wheelbase, seat height, ground clearance, etc. The xc is a bit more stretched out with a little less rear travel giving the xc more rake. That, mixed with the linkage suspension and gearing differences produce a formidable and versatile dirt bike IMO. I love mine too man. :) I enjoyed the review and like most of the ones you give it has a very organic quality.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Kory Y Thanks for the feedback. I don't have any agendas, just offering opinions.

[@koryy8056]

Yeah the same here just my own opinion. I will say though that before I bought mine your reviews helped solidify my decision.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Kory Y Glad that I could help out in some way. At this point, knowing that I'm helping people is the only real payoff I'm getting for all the work of putting this content out.

[@koryy8056]

Keep up the good work, I appreciate it!

[@a64738]

Hmm the XC has more rake? That is interesting as I prefer dirt bikes with longer wheel base and forks angle that make wheel stick out more in front of you. Best bike I ever had was a 1983 KX 125 with suspencion and forks from a Suzuki RM 125 giving it a front fork that was longer giving it longer wheel base with front wheel more in front of you.

[@rdnthedirt]

I love the bulletproof radiator gaurds, they are the best out there, bar none!

[@hometownguy7184]

nice reviews mans!i really enjoy your channel,thanks for taking the time to do it!hopefully your gettin paid!!lol.im looking for a new tech 2 stroke and you got me seriously looking at a ktm...im a old track rat from a era when ktm was known as kmart trail machine!!lol..

[@jonnyontwowheels4312]

I got a 200 exc for my first bigger bike and i think it was a great choise greetings from Austria

[@billybobbubbawubba9457]

I'm now selling my 03' KTM 200 MXC. Everybody that calls wants an EXC. I can't convince them that this close ratio gearbox is better. In the slippery muck, I can maintain forward drive, and traction during that 1-2 gearshift much better. I am looking at a 2012 300 XC, but I have to drive far!

[@SquirrelFromGradLife]

if the 300 two-stroke is good enough for Jarvis and the boys then mere mortals will do just fine on it..

[@jodytucker4474]

Great job on the review man, thanks for all your videos and input!!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Jody Tucker Thanks Jody!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Dirt Bike Channel jhf

[@csandefu]

I sold my 02 KDX 200 a couple months ago and Picked up a 2014 KTM 300 xc. It had the red spring and was way to much for tight woods riding which is what I do. I must say I put the green spring in and was able to make it very KDX like, with more power. My point is the 300 xc is amazing at being able to tune it how you like it. I am figuring out how to tune to even different weather conditions, which we have a lot of in Southern OHIO.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Christopher Sandefur Very cool. Thanks for sharing this with the group.

[@csandefu]

Dirt Bike Channel I really enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work!!!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Christopher Sandefur Thanks for your support. Keep sharing our vids with your buddies and we'll keep making them.

[@Nick_Dray]

What do you think the recomended hight for this bike is

[@mmholling87]

So true. 2nd gear is my first gear on my XCW!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Mark Holing It really helps.

[@furr666]

Excellent video!! Thank you. I ride a 2008 300XC & love it for many of the reasons you said. Simple to cruise gently yet mean enough to shred GNCC races or whatever I throw at it. Split personality disorder perhaps.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Michael S. Dembesky Good call. Split personality it a good way!

[@motoxposse]

Great video I’ve been torn between a new 450 or switching to a 300 two stroke you answered a lot of my questions 👍🏼

[@ivanmihalj]

i have the same bike but 2015 exc. it stock comes with speedometer, hourmeter,skid plate, front light etc...it always rips my arms and thats why i love it so much.btw it is my first bike but im very agresive rider and it fits me very well

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Ivan Mihaljevic Yes, the exc is the XC-W here in the US. I've been riding that model for year, but this one is a little more aggressive all around.

[@ivanmihalj]

Well I think that exc is xc in USA. Xcw is wide ratio and we do not have it here in Europe. And my exc is not wide ratio but the same as xc.

[@dirtbikesam]

+Ivan Mihaljevic Do you know what the gearing ratio is on the EXC?

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Ivan Mihaljevic The EXC is the exact same bike and the XC-W in the USA. Same gearing, same everything, just a different name. It's a wide ratio with really low 1st and 2nd gear. In the U.S. We have the XC line that is a bit different gearing (not as low in 1st and 2nd), with linkage on the rear shock.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Ivan Mihaljevic The EXC is the exact same bike and the XC-W in the USA. Same gearing, same everything, just a different name. It's a wide ratio with really low 1st and 2nd gear. In the U.S. We have the XC line that is a bit different gearing (not as low in 1st and 2nd), with linkage on the rear shock.

[@jonaslack5357]

That bike is such a great bike

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Jonas Lack Do you have one too?

[@jonaslack5357]

Nope I am just a 12 year old kid you rides a YZ 85 and my friend next door has the 2015 ktm 300 six days that bike is nice too. KTM is a great company overall.

[@robbiegta429]

+Dirt Bike Channel how much are they?

[@brianbastoni]

I have a ktm 500 exc but man this 2t is looking good and sounding good, im getting tempted to switch

[@miloraca]

I just bought a 2018 300 XC, greetings from Australia

[@MrYaisn]

miloraca how much did you grab it for I’m looking to buy one myself in Australia 🤙🏼

[@miloraca]

@@MrYaisn 12k

[@MrYaisn]

God bless the rich

[@miloraca]

@@MrYaisn we work hard for it, believe me

[@HardEnduro8]

Nice rig you got there. I ride a 2013 Husaberg TE 250 (2T) and I absolutely love my bike. Most of my buddies are on 500 KTM's (4T) and we always run neck and neck, however I use half the energy they use. We ride Enduro hard trails around 50/70 miles here in CA. Problem is i might be forced to sell as parts are getting hard to find since KTM discontinued the Berg. I'm now looking at 250 XC-W, Beta or GasGas. Cheers.

[@christopherboerstra7495]

The parts are pretty much the same as the KTM. Other than plastics most of what you are looking for should have a KTM part number. If you're not sure then cross reference the part numbers.

[@zardportugal]

I will say something heretical to many, but one day i will have a W to run on a daily basis - city and su.rroundig areas Adapt it on wheels and tyres, carburator, suspension and final drive. Another great video, congrats.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

zardportugal We all have to grow up some day :)

[@zardportugal]

Maybe. In any case, a W would be my 9th 2 stroke machine. None of them was "factory" as are the current KTM's 300 but most of them had several upgrades. ;-) All Yamaha's with YPVS system with the exception of small DT 50cc. I am familiar with the capabilities and reliability of 2-stroke engines and I know that it is perfectly feasible to have a beast of 300 cc's to use daily. The problem is that only Beta300 has an electronic lubrication system (Autolube), which makes it much easier to use. We all have to grow up someday, you're right. Cheers.

[@manuelolmedogarcia5179]

Congratulations for your video!!!! I have the same bike and I also ride at 10,000 feet altitude but my motor dosent sounds as good as yours, can you tell me your exact carburetion? Main Jet, Idle Jet, Needle, needle position and the ASO? Thank you very much!!! I have a 40 idle jet, 160 Main jet, N2ZJ in first position and 2 ASO.

[@marktegeder2455]

First off, love the channel! Especially since I moved from NJ to Salt Lake City about a year ago and love seeing some of the Utah terrain in your videos! Can't wait to go back to a 2 stroke. Really tired of my heavy 2002 400 MXC. Thinking that when I can I'm going either with the 300 XC or W or perphaps a 250 if I can find a good deal on one.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Mark Tegeder Good plan, and welcome to Utah!

[@marktegeder2455]

Thanks!

[@obedm.6627]

Great video once again, looks like this is more like my 2015 te300 minus the subframe and gearing.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Obed M. Pretty good assessment. This bike will be higher geared than your husky.

[@bernhard8540]

I think the headlight makes them look alot better and even the taillight doesn't look bad at all

[@nathanadams4345]

OK...that Pro Circuit pipe looks sexy as hell on that bike! Thinking of going with a Scalvini cone-by-cone style pipe next on my 300.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Nathan Adams Yeah, it's a nice touch.

[@412austinstage]

You should do reviews on all bikes because you get so into the bike and talk about every little aspect when everyone else just goes yeah it's a nice bike buy one 😂😂 so you should start doing more brands other then Ktm and Yamaha you will help out a whole lot of people

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Time and money are my barriers to doing more reviews.

[@BubbasChannel]

Good hare scramble bikes. Very good bottom end power and they can be be revved so low without stalling. Makes going over big rough rocks that almost make you stop much easier because it won't cut off. 4 strokes won't rev as low without trying to cut off.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+ShakeyShad All true, and all good points.

[@eugrules]

Great bike, but the forks need lots of work to be good in the mountains. one could say that if you want perfect mountain single track bike, buy the W. Good video

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+eugrules I've actually really liked the 4cs forks. I'm having them re valved right now just to see if the bike can be even better. I'll let the viewer know how that goes.

[@eugrules]

the 4s forks are hit and miss from my observations, on the xc they seem to be harsh in the rocks but they are great in the fast desert tracks which is what they are designed for, race conditions (correct?). friend #1 2016 300xc wt 220lb (re sprung for wt) hates them in mountain rocky trails. friends #'s 2 and 3. both 2015 six days 350xcw (the only w that has 4s forks) 160 and 190 lbs, they love them, best fork ever. so not sure if the 6days forks are different or its the rider wt. mamy people i talk to have had to have the 4s forks worked on to make them compliant. I also really like what you have to say about the XC gearing, spot on, I ride a 14 300 xcw and find the gearing just a bit low, but then i ride some crazy hard mountain trail and i happy i have a crawler 1st gear. keep up the good work.

[@72codeman]

looking forward to graduating college and being able to afford a ktm 300, getting by on the old kdx200 for now

[@DirtBikeChannel]

NM Desertadventure As long are you are riding!

[@highjeep0065]

Damn man im hype just bought a 2022 300 xc

[@markgrenon9509]

This is convincing, probebly my next move. I love my TE250 '15, but it does not have the down low tractor pull of my KX450F. 300 2 stroke seems the way to go. With a Rekluse it should be unstoppable! I can fall of my bike at wathever speed and it won't stall, ever!

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+mark grenon I love the 300 and have been riding these bikes for 3.5 years now. I honestly don't think a rekluse is needed with these two strokes. I feel like that cheapens it somehow... I can see the need for one on a 450 though. I have a 450 that I'm testing again right now and I'm tempted to put a Rekluse on there, but It's a $1000 upgrade. Probably not worth it to me.

[@xiaohuwang1685]

you bike looks very new and very clean

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+xiaohu wang I ride hard and then give them TLC (tender, loving care) after each ride.

[@enduronorthnz6437]

I did a 2016 ktm ride day today , rode the 300xc and exc , found the front end really unstable on both bikes and the front wheel felt like it wanted to depart the bike mid corner , also the power really good down low , but when it gets into powerband its far to brutal and then there is nothing up the top , over all not that impressed, i could see them as a good bike for really tight riding where you dont need to enter the brutal powerband ,, also rode the 250 xc man what a great bike chassis was much better , front end was more stable there was power down low and then it had a really progressive powerband all the way to the upper revs , and rode the 200 xcw do not count out the baby bike , so much fun , light great chassis had enough power to do everything i was doing ,, final bike has to be the 250xc then the 200 followed by the 300 exc and 300xc

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Ryan s Those complaints you had between the handling of the 250 vs the 300 come down to setup. Those bikes share 95 percent of the same parts. ALL of the suspension and frame on the 250 and the 300 are the same. You can set them both up to be great for your riding style.

[@enduronorthnz6437]

yes you are right , was also thinking how they had the 300 powervalve spring set , was reading about the dark green spring smoothing out the hit , thats what the 300 needed ,

[@v8monster186]

Your channel is amazing

[@ManAndMachine23]

Great bike for sure,nice build! I got the suspension redone by RG3 on my '12 factory edition and it transformed the bike.I can go slow or fast,off road or track.You gotta be in shape to ride the 60hp beast for the whole day, but its very stisfying .I think Im gonna try a 300 next,not selling sell my 450 tho haha

[@DirtBikeChannel]

E46MRider Very cool. I'm looking for a 450 to do some testing with.

[@ManAndMachine23]

If I was in AZ we could have swapped bikes...

[@carlatamanczyk9199]

Kyle. I'll have to take you on the Ramey Five Mile loop in central Idaho. You go 15 miles in 8 hours and you will be wanting the XCW instead.

[@timallred2265]

keep up the great work!

[@jt-wy8qc]

I love this bike its my number 1 pick

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Same here only the 2017 version :)

[@laurenmcmillan6819]

I'm getting one next couple months

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Billy Banks You will love it.

[@SwabianBiker]

thank you for the great Video, subscribed!

[@kip197682]

I have the same bike and I love it

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Michael Kipp It's it great?

[@Maicowerk]

The 300s are good bikes, ride with a lot of them (KTM, GasGas and Betas). They're good, but can't out grunt the Maico :)

[@timdskibum]

Maico? holy crap! Dont they have a 700 maico 2t, I have a 300xc and a cr500 snowbike and im afraid to put the tire on the 500. The 300 is plenty to do anything I could ever imagine... Maico 700... had to throw that one in there. Quick question for ya, have you ever had to replace the front tire?? LOL

[@Maicowerk]

Haha, not yet. Ya, they make a 700. I have a range though, 440, 490, 500, 620, 660 and 700 so I can choose what I want to ride on any day.

[@007dumbo]

My KDX200 will not stall either, love that about these bikes.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Newtown Rider I've not ridden one of those, but have heard good things.

[@007dumbo]

+Dirt Bike Channel if you ever get a chance, go for it! Fun classic trail bike.

[@bernhard8540]

We need a new 2020 or 2021 version of this video for the newer updated ktm 300s

[@jacobjungheim3935]

My sx 250 was stolen a week ago and you almost had me sold on getting the xc-w until I have seen this review. Which to buy...

[@carlbarton566]

Great video !!

[@plumbit111]

Nice machine! Would like to see oil injection like the Beta 300rr to make it run a little cleaner and future 300 it have less vibration! 250 xc at this time are just as fast!

[@Krawl913]

your video is awesome. I love that xc.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Southern Krawler Thanks for the compliment. Yes, the XC is a great package.

[@stevegallegos2441]

Do the XC’s come stock with a lighting coil that CAN run a headlight? Or do you have to install an xcw stator?

[@oliverbartlett8758]

Great video

[@DirtBikeChannel]

SmileMoreBruh h Gracias!

[@stevegallegos2441]

Does the XC-w have a lighting coil? Can you just add a headlight,or does the stator need to be modified?

[@kelseymackay6617]

Great review! I really enjoy all your videos. Will you please do one on the new 500 exc and the 350 exc.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Kelsey Mackay You must be in Australia, right? I have to buy the bikes that are interesting to me, so that rules out the 350 EXC at this point (would be the 350 XCF-W here in the US). It's too close the the 350 XC-F that I have already reviewed. The 500 XC-W (EXC in your neck of the woods) is still interesting to me. Just have to find a good deal on one when I only have one other bike in the garage.

[@kelseymackay6617]

Dirt Bike Channel Thanks for getting back. I totally understand. keep up the awesome videos man.

[@Esarix]

Just rode my 300EXC today. Was very much fun. :) Only thing I dont like about it so much is the front suspension. Feels too hard/bouncy for me. Takes jumps(landings) nicely though. Probably nothing wrong with the forks, just the adjustment, cant seem to get it right. Rode my friends Beta400RR and damn the forks in that were nice and almost felt like soft. I didnt accidentally bite my tongue while riding that one. :D

[@Esarix]

Narza85 But im taking them to a local "suspension wizard" (ex race rider, does mainly offroad bikes and snowmobiles). He'll sort them out for me.

[@digital-alchemist]

That is a hot machine. Too much bike for me, no doubt. I'm hoping to own a 250 one day, when I can actually afford to upgrade.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+ElektrobanK If you can find a 250 in good shape, you won't regret it.

[@KTMsoldier1988]

I started out on an 08 200 xc. now that my skills have become more advanced (still no pro) I do prefer the hard hit of the 300. that being said if your doing really tight technical single track the 200 was the better bike in my opinion slightly lighter making it so nimble. I'd really love to ride a 150. watching Kailub Russell tear the woods up on a 150 is just sick.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

KTMsoldier1988 Thanks for sharing. I'd love to get my hands on a 200 for some serious testing.

[@KTMsoldier1988]

+Dirt Bike Channel I'd give anything to ride some of the trails out west that your hitting where they are more lenient on riding. Here in Pennsylvania they are so strict. I'm surrounded by state forrest that's all illegal to ride. Not that I don't . haha

[@poorwhiteboy6521]

I have a ktm 250sx 2018 now. But thinking about buying a ktm 300xc 2016 with 30 hours on it. And sell my 250sx what is your thoughts on it ? I enjoy trail rides. But also like to open it up as well

[@jamesdean4992]

That xc shock linkage on the bottom is a down side going over that log lol

[@truckstreestoys]

so what you are telling me is that i shouldnt buy this bike

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Exactly :)

[@bhutantuskmotorcycletours8438]

Lovely review 👍👌🤘

[@maximusiv9600]

Hi! I have never ridden bikes but I found one of these at a good price. I am athletic and good with my motor skills. Could I learn on this bike?

[@garylarkan1306]

Nice videos! Always keen for the next one! I'm looking for a new pipe for my 2015 TE300 Husky, and I'm keen to know why you went for the PC Platinum 2 front and FMF Turbinecore2 Tip. Keep up the awesome work :)

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Gary Larkan I have used both the PC pipe and the FMF on a few bikes now. I like the power of the PC a little better, but I like the look of the FMF pipe. Either way, you go on the header, I don't like the PC silencer. It's huge and ugly. The FMF silencer (power core 2) is super sweet and is good looking (small). If you are on a budget, you'll get better bang for the buck with just the FMF silencer and your stock header pipe.

[@garylarkan1306]

Dirt Bike Channel Awesome, thanks for taking the time to answer me. Keen to throw a similar setup (PC Header, FMF Tail) onto my Husky. I am just concerned about the top end with these header pipes. Any comments your side?

[@tlmustang]

Love the videos. Learning from these videos abut the ktm. I am fixing to buy a new one. Can’t decide between the 2019 XC with the carb or the 2020 with the tpi ....in your personal opinion , which would you go with? I am thinking of getting the 2019 with carb and electric start. Help me decide. Lol,,,not a new rider ...been riding for years, harescrambles are my favorite.....thanks for your input.. stay safe .

[@bongofury5924]

Is the electric starter issues fixed on the 2016 models? Or do you have to get the "new" style starter design (no 90 degree angle gear)?

[@JL-ep1rb]

Hey, I would like your honest opinion on something, I’ve had 3 KTM dirt bikes, 530exc and 500exc, I’ve had cr250 and 2 CRF450R. Been 2 years without one one and looking to buy one soon but I’m looking to buy the best wide open trail dirt bike out there, I’ve never tried the KTM 300XCW. In your opinion which one between the 300XCW and the 500exc/xcw is the most powerful and would be the best for fast trail ridding( not the technical stuff single track your doing)? Thx for your time.

[@huntsnlove]

Haven’t ridden since high school 20 years ago. Thinking about picking up a 2011 300 XC. Not technically my first bike but is this a good bike to get back into the sport? Never owned a two-stroke. Sounds like the W might be better but I can’t find one right now

[@hdidane00]

how does the W enduro compare to the Husky and sherco that's what we want to know. comparison video pls.

[@electric_boogaloo496]

What is the maintenance schedule on these things? 2 strokes don't have valve tolerances to he ckecked, do they? Can it be made road legal and do double duty as a supermoto?

[@jakematuro795]

Hey dirtbike. I race enduros and harescrambles on my ktm 200. My bike has fuel issue it seems like I only get about 20 miles til reserve. I'm a decent rider and ride in the powerband alot considering the 200 power range. Is 20 miles sound even close to right ?

[@DirtBikeChannel]

Jake Maturo No, you should be able to get 3 times that amount of miles on a tank. Check the float bowl level. Maybe you are just dumping gas out of the overflow... I get 60-80 miles on a tank depending on the conditions on my 300. If I was riding dirt roads, I can go 100 miles.

[@chadhobson3225]

so I sold my 350 xcfw and got a 2016 300xc. I really like it. I'm not sure I like it better than the 350 mostly because I do ride sand as well quite often and it doesn't do as well out there. I was wondering if you would mind telling me where that trail is where you went past that little wood gard rail

[@brucekendall52]

Great review,thks

[@fredrickson09]

im more of a motocross guy, but im starting to realy enjoy tight track teck stuff like log hops rock climbs aswell as fast high speed scrub/forrest riding. but i dont wnat to break the budget and have 2 bikes. would the susepnsion cope well to a motocrosser like myself? also the main thing is the gearing. i own a cr250r, how close would the gearing be to that. cheers also is there any chance you could put a vid up of you testing on a motocross track?

[@DirtBikeChannel]

+Dane Fredrickson I think the best crossover bike that can do it all would be the 250 XC or the 300 XC. Unless you are pulling HUGE jumps, the XC would be very, very good on the track. I don't ride tracks, but it's nice to know that I could with the XC lineup. The XC-W may a bit soft in the forks for really going hard on the track, but the XC would be fine.

[@dirtbikesam]

+Dane Fredrickson the first time I was introduced to a KTM300xc was at a motocross track. There where 3 guys who had one and every single one of them jumped every huge jump even the 80ft step down. If fact there was only one other guy on the track that could hang with them and it wasn't me! If your all motocross it may be better to stick with a SX bike but you can also buy a 300 kit for a KTM250sx.....

[@snowfreak551]

You got my sold on this 300 XC, wish i could sell my WR450F for it lol

[@MuddyTubMedia]

How often do you do a top end with the type of riding you do? I have a 2015 YZ250 and I ride a 50/50 mix of slower technical riding and bursts of speed on hillclimbs and straights. I feel like I should rebuild her soon.

[@DirtBikeChannel]

87and66 I've been putting at least 125 hours on mine before rebuilding. I have not noticed any power loss even at that point. Just want to make sure to change them before you scar the cylinder wall.

[@MuddyTubMedia]

Dirt Bike Channel Ok thanks man! I'm at 80 hours and I definitely don't feel a power loss. I'll probably do it at 100 hours