The HYPE is REAL! New Hard Enduro King??

Today the IRC Tire guy gives his live initial review on the 2024 Husqvarna TE300

[@midgetmoney1]

These bikes are works of art. That being said, this guy can ride anything well.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thank you for the support!!

[@chrisphillips0000]

I agree, makes the hard look easy. If I can jump a 6" log I'm happy!!!!

[@TorqueDorque]

I disagree. He is an awesome rider but TPI and TBI were not introduced to advance 2T technology. These manufacturers were forced to do this because of the man made religion of environmentalism. They are not superior to carb bikes when you compare performance. They are Overpriced for their value.

[@Andy-co6pn]

​@@TorqueDorqueTPI was done for emissions, TBI will be a big leap forward in 2 stroke tech. If carbs are so great why are people are wasting a fortune upgrading carb bikes with so called "smart carbs" ?

[@drsrsv8884]

​@@Andy-co6pnOoooooof got em!🤣

[@doukanylmaz5789]

hey folks, I am riding Husky 250 TBI and raced with it in Sea to sky. After 90 hours within 6 months, I can tell 12/48 sprocket combination is working like magic in technical sections also 13/48 is another option to consider. Stock suspension improved a lot with this generation, but after the race I decided to try wp 7500 cartridge kit and k-tech bladder kit. Now, bike is perfect for me. Enjoy it, Rich !

[@moleson10]

13/50 is also a good setup and keeps the stock chain length. And it allows the shift lever to be raised which is a must have for me.

[@Enduro_Urbano]

Thanks for the info. I ran 12/48 on my TPI and worked perfect for me.

[@alang3991]

For those with a spongy felling Braktec front brake, try this. Take the front tire off and pump the brake until the brake pads are completely closed. Then spread the brake pads as far as they will go. Repeat two more times. Now put the front tire back on and you are good to go. I’ve done it on two bikes and it was night and day difference. Has something to do with aligning the seals in the caliper.

[@joethomas7036]

That is such a good call on cycling the pistons. I would just add, like I do on my brand new brakes on all mountain bike brands to grab a Qtip and use whatever fluids you have in the brakes and whip down the pistons and cycle them a few times so there is no stiction from the seals. Then clean everything with rubbing alcohol.

[@Papparratzi]

That’s so practical, why didn’t I think of that? Thanks

[@dpforth]

@@joethomas7036 You need stiction in the seals, that is what retracts the pistons. Without it you get pad drag.

[@Andy-co6pn]

@@Papparratzi what's practical about taking a tyre off to service brakes 🤔

[@vegasace1767]

⁠​⁠@@Andy-co6pn For anyone that actually rides, removing a front wheel is trivial. Comparing that to a brake conversion absolutely makes it practical. It’s beyond simple.

[@danmckinney6536]

I take my hat off to you Rich. I watched one of your older videos the other day when you were riding a TC250 and converting it to Enduro duty. Your skills and dedication to your craft is impressive.

[@whoziee]

This was such a good video. I love that you describe that it is scary, and show failed tries, it just makes it so much more authentic and trustworthy. Probably the best way possible to do reviews!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thank you so much!!

[@mfriebel6344]

Hi, regards from Germany - thank you for this nice look "from inside your helmet". Got the MY19 HQV TPI, pretty happy with it - but thankful there a guys like you - able to compare - and create new dream bikes... go ahead - please!

[@garthlundquist3623]

Keeping it real, Rich! To record with very few cuts demonstrates just how skilled and consistent a rider you are. I have 60 hours on the same bike riding steep PNW gnar. This is the best of 5 new 300’s I have owned. The new frame and fork make for confidence and precision that was lacking before. The TBI system solves the inconsistency that plagued the TPI bikes. Each injector now has a separate function allowing for more precise fuel metering. The injector relocated upstream of the reed block solves the serious cold seizure issue as it now allows the fuel to act as a solvent on the cold injected 2T oil. The improved luggability allows the skilled rider to more effectively manage the rear contact patch in steep slippery off camber situations. To really appreciate all the nuanced changes test the bike on wet mountain steeps. My Braketec brakes work great, they are new for the 2024 model year. 13/48 gearing makes 2nd and 3rd gear more useful on the mountain. As to complaints, the mapping is slightly rich right off idle, and the start/ stop and headlight switches are an embarrassment on a $12,000 dirt bike. Small potatoes, really.

[@westcoastfrisco]

Not surprised you liked it. Ive got 30 hours on my new XC and I still can’t believe every time I ride it they could make a 300 motor so good outa the box

[@thailandmopedadventures611]

Happy new Year, Rich - thanks for sharing this great Experience❤

[@AntiStressKit]

Happy new year Rich. Looking forward to continuing the journey with you in 2024.

[@adamyork9652]

Coming from a MX background, I bought my first enduro bike last month. I'm 5'-11" 150 lbs and ended up going with the Beta 200RR. I have always wanted a TE300, but so far, I'm very pleased with my 200 for a hare scramble/xc setup. Congrats on the nice bike!

[@refuztosay9454]

You made the right choice - given your stature. You’ll benefit more from the light weight and maneuverability- than the extra power - especially in longer events. Have fun..

[@markw7952]

Thanks for sharing Rich! Loved the unscripted first new bike ride experience!!!!! We all go through it ... thinking about what we read before riding, comparing to bikes we own / rode, and then the moments we ACTUALLY get to feel how it responds!! Love my Husqvarna 2021 TE300 ... Magura components, Kreft suspension, and manual fuel mix screw.

[@philipsmith6152]

Great review man, I have the same problem with the spongy Nissan front brakes on the Beta, I had to bleed them and get some pressure in the system to get them to work properly, same with the rear. look forward to more reviews 👌

[@danbutler2934]

Thanks Rich and congrats on the new bike! I know you'll be very comfortable on it in no time. Please keep us up to date on the front brake sponge and if you resolve this easily. BrakeTech does such a great job with trials bike components I'm a bit surprised, but hopefully it will be a simple fix. I want to think that for the money paid for a premium bike it becomes acceptable with something simple. Love your content bro you have really helped guide my riding development, thank you!

[@chrisvozza6530]

That hillclimb test was badass. Looked fun as hell. Surprised u made it all the way up at a stand still on the face with that gearing. I was doubting it alil. Super cool. Awsome test video👍👍

[@HardUNduro]

What a great looking bike! Great to hear the TBI has smooth power delivery.

[@zachfarkash6430]

Rich you are awesome, good for you on giving that big concrete slab a shot on a new bike

[@permastone1]

Love the personal challenge you gave yourself Rich.. I was cheering for you!

[@martinschaake1638]

As always a great vid and review and oh so so cool watching you conquer the obstacles that are seriously scary - best rider vids bar none Rich - you do it better than anyone out there.

[@Davis2you]

Such a cool review video. I’m excited to see more reviews on it.

[@AdamCoffey828]

Great content as always Rich! I’d love to get your thoughts on a Rieju mr pro and how it stacks up against the other 300s, I’m ready for a new bike now and stuck between those 2

[@fletcherjohnston2226]

Great video! The bike and rider are very impressive!

[@elcubeo]

You're the John Wick of the clutch flick. Happy New Year buddy. Keep it up!

[@cyclemoto8744]

Sounds like a nice ride. Thanks for the content, cheers from OZ

[@hickokaviation2249]

Congratulations!! New bike day is the best 🎉

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

It really is!

[@onthethrottle7104]

Never thought I would see you gel on a bike more than the Beta but you really come to life on that Husky!!!

[@breeno59]

Really dig this review style, Rich. Also dig listening in on your internal dialog of a near-the-limit obstacle... 🤣

[@refuztosay9454]

Great video - talent, skill, guts…I like. Love watching these moto clips as my riding days are just about over - wish we had bikes like this in the 70s.😮

[@griffinpujol9695]

I got the pro… with brembo front and rear brakes.. they’re amazing… 2024 te300 is the king for sure I love my bike so much

[@orangektmkid]

I’ve got the same bike. Front brake was garbage for the first 2 hours. Now it works fine.

[@mattm1108]

awesome video rich. I have a 2020 and wanting to see more vids of this bike

[@byunggi]

nice review and helpful alot, man, coz i got pro version a month ago although i am a beginner only. Not all of your feels of it from your techniques i cannot quite feel but only some that i can feel as beginner i agree. cheers.

[@bizzidy]

Sick vid. Making me excited to see you put this new bike through the ropes.

[@justincardwell8155]

Love the first reaction video! Little bummed the audio cut out on the second hillclimb 😢 keep it up rich!

[@valentinobomprezzi1186]

Nice video Rich! Very intuitive and interesting

[@nathanjohnson-rn5gu]

Great video,definitely enjoyed it!

[@samscola585]

Only 4 hours on my 24 300XCW so far but I absolutely freakin love this bike. It’s sucha fun bike to ride for what I do

[@RodrigoGarciactg]

Got my 24 TE250 end of October and absolutely love it!

[@retrograde11]

Did u consider 300? Curious why you didn't go w KTM?

[@braedonwishart2482]

A mate and I tested a brand new 24 te300 and fe350. Brakes were garbage at the start but we ended the day with 2hours of riding and they got better the more we rode them. They definitely need breaking in.

[@gpaull2]

A video on how you fix/bleed the front brake would be nice. I’ve had this issue on the Brembo as well. I’ve tested new bikes of the same year/model and some feel firm and some are squishy. Unfortunately I got a squishy one. I’ve tried bleeding it several different ways, rebuilt the master and slave cylinders, and had no success.

[@bearwolffish]

Great review, talented rider and speaker.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thank you kindly!

[@SoSlo2]

Congrats on the new bike, Rich!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks!

[@vancouverislandsingletrack563]

What was the fork height set to on this video? Also sag height? I found I got lots of wheel spin until I got those dialed even with 3-4psi tubliss and an Kenda ibex Very interested to see the next video once you have your settings totally dialed in.

[@kylechapman710]

Nice job buddy. You rocked that brick wall

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andrewgraham8561]

To get a better front brake feel do a bed in procedure. It allows the pad to mate to the rotor and leaves a film of friction material on the rotor. It will give you a more consistent feel and more bite. It may also need a bleed but any pad and rotor should have this procedure performed for optimal performance. New set of pads. Redo the procedure

[@Hendy711]

Awesome. Just got my 24 TE. Loves the review. Gotta admit I am not excited about the Braketec can’t figure out how the Husky being the most expensive got the braketec. Loved the enthusiasm!

[@onthethrottle7104]

Agree. I purchased the 24 KTM for the Brembo set up but wanted the Husky, I am super glad I got the Brembo KTM...and can't figure why Husky costs more.

[@retrograde11]

Husky being premium brand, you have to pay more for brembo. Just like you have to pay more for bmw extra features that might be standard on toyota. That's whe husky has a pro version that has brembos. It's a money grab.

[@stefanhansen5882]

Best review of an Enduro bike I've ever seen. How good (terrible) is it on paved roads?

[@BackHurtsBad]

What would you say about the linkage vs pds for the 2024 models. Hear the husky is lower a tad, also whats you height? Thanks

[@stephenlnoe]

absolutely right. I HATE the idle judder and a not smooth just above idle of fuel injection. Also hate EPA forcing them to do a throttle cut if you roll off. It's a very unnatural feeling and destroys confidence after being on carbs and how they deliver idle/ rollup and roll off the throttle.

[@miro_s]

Nice, thank you! So, beta 300 rr or husky/ktm tbi ?

[@jimbo4203]

I bought a brand new Husqvarna cr250 in 1985 and it was cold blooded and took 5 minutes of riding before it would " pop a wheelie" good 😊

[@rogerhupp3115]

I don’t know if it’s the machining specs for the bore on the slave / master cylinder for the husqvarnas,, but I have a 2020 and the front brake has always felt spongy, even after every method of bleeding. It’s a Magura though. I really like the precision feel of the brembos on the KTMs.

[@robsonenduro3316]

Mine FE 350 has same brakes and front sucks indeed, tried to bleed them but not much better, got to get better brake pads.

[@BradVentureAZ]

i would love to see you have a TX next to the TE and test the same day !! same as Xc-w and xc

[@JB-th4bx]

Cool video Rich. I love my '23. On a side note, how do you like you Suomy helmet? I've been wanting to give the brand a try.

[@bradcameron1376]

Thank you for showing us what it’s like to be a human riding. I’ve been riding and racing hare scrambles for 30 yrs and you’re showing us how to think, feel and perform. Honestly if everyone was honest with themselves, everyone would benefit from your coaching.

[@ridendrive]

Rich are you running the Astra 32mm rise bars? Have you tried the 27mm?

[@user-ql3ck3pb9r]

You know Rich is a great guy just by looking at his dog! As a person who also loves dogs it makes me happy to see people out there that care for their pets. Strong work Rich

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

He’s a good boy! 🙌

[@Jeeps_N_Dirtbikes]

I’ve always noticed front brakes on new bikes need to be broken in. Idk if there is a film they put on it for preservation or what it is but just ride around holding the front brake some and it will get better

[@Marek-gk6xc]

What do you think about the 2024 Racing Beta 300rr, with two spark plugs. Which one is better?

[@36surferjoe]

Hey everyone on a TBI Bike, you do not rev the bike while it’s warming up like a normal two-stroke the ECU already knows the engines temperature and tells the bike the exact mixture to make while it’s idling so when you twist that throttle you’re adding gas to an already rich mixture. TBI bikes do not foul plugs. you let it idle like a four stroke. I would use the choke if the engine is under 50°, so I would advise getting a thermometer cap.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I’m aware. I already went through the warm up procedure.

[@maxmileagemoto]

Like you said, I think you need to bleed that front brake. My front brake on my 24 te300 is NOT spongy, something must be off with yours. Solid for me since day one. Now at 20hrs. Really started feeling great after about 8ish hrs. I went to a 12 up front to get some more low down. I absolutely love it now!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Yeah, I had to bleed the brake tech on my gas gas in 21 quite often.

[@zynx33]

I put a brembo front caliper on my 22 gasgas, was a direct replacement. Bled my braketec 10 different times, 10 different ways, always felt squishy. 30 hours on the brembo and no issues, nice and firm.@@IRCTireUSAMoto

[@learningtofly6804]

Great to hear your thoughts Rich. Looks like the seat height is good for short riders, you're flat footed on it...?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I’m 6’ 2” so I’m flat footed on everything

[@edwindol3597]

nice videos keep up the good stuff ride safe

[@bash6519]

Why did you pick the husky with brake tech instead of the orange bike with brembos?

[@carlatamanczyk3891]

My 2018 TE 300 has Magura brakes. They look and work the same as Brembo brakes. The brakes pads are the same too.

[@TheRealRobHeagle]

What front tire did you say you were running? I know you like the VX30 but I thought I heard you say GX.......

[@gerardofumero863]

Two tips... Replace the ligth switch in the front brake master cilynder with a bolt racor. Use the Michelin M14 mousse (no drills)

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

M14 is bigger than the m18. That would be much stiffer

[@gerardofumero863]

Yes, you are right. I was confuse. My bad

[@warrenlange6106]

Great video! "F'it we're doing live"! Funny B.O. reference. Did you get the front brakes worked out?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Glad someone got it 😂 nope going to try bleeding them this week

[@spencerwvcmoon]

Not only did he do it! A-piece-a-piss but taught us all ! Top class cheers

[@shawnjohnston9054]

Hey Rich, what’s your plan to improve the braktec front brake? I have the same issue on my 22’ 501. Bled then and installed better pads and still lacks stopping power. Went back to KTM and Brembo for my 24’ xcw 300 for that very reason. Any tips are greatly appreciated and keep up with the solid vids in 2024👍

[@719vol]

Did you install BREMBO pads?

[@ghost53pilot]

Would love to see you play on a TBI 300XC. I have one you can use anytime. I personally cannot get it to play the way my TE plays but the XC is hands down better 10mph+. But in the hands of a better rider the XC would be an interesting video. A tool for every job.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I rode two different 24 xc’s they are just too fast and have a light switch power for hard enduro.

[@elgringoec]

You make any bike look amazing.

[@moleson10]

Glad to see you reviewing the new TBI generation bikes. If you think that motor is strong you should try the TX/XC version. The general consensus is that the TBI mapping is off from the factory. Too rich in the low to mid so you may want to try a tuner or remapped ECU. It made all the difference on my 250xc. Keep up the good work Rich, I'm a long time superfan.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks for watching! I have briefly rode a few TBI XC's and they were WAY too much for hard enduro. scary fast haha.

[@alangolightly9850]

JD tuner

[@alangolightly9850]

TE pro = Brembo

[@alangolightly9850]

Internal lower gearing

[@moleson10]

The 300 for sure. That's why I got the 250. Fantastic bike!@@IRCTireUSAMoto

[@Bastard01g]

Yo Rich! Me and 2 buddys have the same bike. One dude switched rear sproc to 48 teeth, I m riding stock 13/45. Only thing bothers us, is that in the cold weather (-7 degrees and 1foot of fresh snow) motor idle is sooo bad. Im messing around with that yellow idle screw, turned in all the way in and 10 clicks out, it seems to work now. But yeah, nice bike to ride everything. Greetings from Estonia! 🤙✊✊

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Right on! Thanks so much for watching. I’m interested to put more time on it!

[@tonn333]

Kus kandis sõidate?

[@romanhrynyshyn4246]

idle screw is the red one :) yellow is only for cold start

[@CompleteWellnesss]

Fantastic bike. Glad you like it

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks again!

[@keshmo12]

My 23 gasgas has braktec brakes and my front brake has been spongy since day 1. Always just feels weird. Maybe I'll try a bleed since I haven't bothered to look into it.

[@joshstanz9943]

My 23 TE300 has the same issue, bleeding them did not help at all.

[@GhostHammerX]

Since you are big on hard enduro, why not the KTM XC-W, instead of the Husky, so you can get the PDS for more obstacle clearance? I'm curious as to your thoughts on the matter. (Plus, you'd get the Brembo instead of the BrakeTech stuff...)

[@danscomp66]

Can you give us a update on fuel rang I got the pro used low power setting at about 50 miles with fuel left in the tank

[@jimbrown9885]

Good format.

[@olasod1]

KTM/GG/Husky all great bikes and this year hopefully worth the money at the end. For me its a miracle that they still sell bikes cause of the suspension last 10-15 years.I really hope they have solved it this year 👍🏼.

[@mattjordan585]

I preferred the ktm suspension over the beta suspension from factory. Had to get suspension work on beta where as my ktm was perfect from start for what I do.

[@lukegonano3956]

Going to love doing subframes on it

[@retrograde11]

Why? Is it just the huskies or also Ktms? Is this also affecting '24 models?

[@dustieolson7513]

My only complaint about my 24 xcw is they suck gas like crazy. Only get 40-50 miles tpi was way better on fuel. That being said I love the 24 on all other levels.

[@bingoberra18]

Man your bike control is insane. I dont get how you can intimitely feel that tire grip in such a fast and stressed situation.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks so much man! Lots of practice, I suppose haha!

[@charlesdufour3676]

The ktm xc-w come stock with brembo and the pds maybe you could give him a try

[@stevenllewellyn8906]

Not a fan of the Braktec on my 22’ te300i. My buddy just got a 24’ 300 Xc-w. His brakes are way better but my clutch is better. Not sure if his is hanging up or needs bleeding but it’s noticeable for sure.

[@1down5up_enduro]

I would be curious about bike weight comparison to others.

[@sarahdell4042]

So when are you entering some hard enduros? 😊

[@coleguello796]

Need to try the rieju mr pro 300 I think you would love it.

[@retrograde11]

How's the parts availability? Live in northern Illinois and closest dealer is 200 miles away. Like the bikes, but concerned about that fact.

[@coleguello796]

@@retrograde11 cpd direct supplies oem and after market everything. can order and be at your house withen a couple days. not an issue at all.

[@scottowens1535]

👍. When you decided that you were going for the blocks,willing to scratch your new bike first go for the Folks and the sake of a accurate review. I subscribed

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Thanks bro!!

[@wfodavid]

I changed to 49 tooth rear and did the Two Stroke Performance hard enduro tune. Bike will climb a tree.

[@EricKammerzelt]

Looks great!

[@CoolEyeColorado]

I love my 2021 TE250i 😀

[@UTPP]

Hey Rich, when you hit the block towards the end, what gear were you in?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

1

[@letsridesingletrack]

Its a tragedy they don't put Brembo on the premier brand of KTM - I would have purchased a Husqvarna over the KTM if it wasn't for the Braketec factor; i do think the look of the Husqvarna is much cleaner than 24 KTM's with the awkward huge and pointy tank / radiator shrouds the KTMs have now. I have 20hrs on my 24 KTM xcw and it definitely has cold bike syndrome, takes several mins to clear the pipe out and warm up to run well & once you break in the suspension and get the clickers where u want plus get used to the new gearing (which i changed sprockets to 12/45 from the 13/45 - perfect might be 13/47 or 13/48) - it is a pretty nice riding technical bike from my perspective. Def will be curious to see what a proper rider like you thinks of the bike, suspension, engine, etc once you really get into it. Cheers and thanks for the videos and content = inspiring and informative!!

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I was definitely wishing for Brembo on that front brake! I’m excited to put more time on it for sure! Thanks so much for the support

[@zackedwards7803]

Rich, on the TBIs, you DO NOT blip the throttle while its warming up like a normal 2 stroke, .you let it idle like a 4 stroke .I would advise getting a thermometer radiator cap, because,when the bike is sitting at 50 degrees or below, use the choke. I see so many ppl blipping TBIs and they are just wasting gas . Hell mine is so cold natured it takes around 8 minutes to fully warm up.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

I’m aware. I already went through the warm up procedure.

[@MechShark]

Rich, you coming out to the Warner area as it gets colder up there?

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

Actually, thinking about doing the clinic down there on the last weekend of January!

[@rickriede2166]

Nice staging area Rich.The only thing missing is the dead animal carcass.

[@IRCTireUSAMoto]

There’s probably a couple around 😂

[@jaredmangelson]

I'm interested to find out if there's a noticeable difference in fuel efficiency vs. the 2023 Beta 300RR race edition? If not, is there any other advantage to switching from carbureted to TPI engines? I have the 2023 300RR race edition and my only minor complaint is how quickly it burns fuel compared to my 2004 Yamaha WR450. I get that 2 strokes are thirsty but the 300RR burns fuel about 3x as fast as the 450 4 stroke. That being said, I love riding the Beta and I don't think I'd rather be on any other bike.

[@carlatamanczyk3891]

You need to tune your carb. My Beta 300 does not do that. First thing is get the float level set correctly. Nearly every 2 stroke I have seen come from the factory with the float set too high. Jetting and needle changes needed. Once proper set up is done your Beta will do way better on fuel.

[@user-qh1gu4ev3l]

I always like to gear down my bike. There is know is it 2nd or 1st. It is always 2nd.