Top 5 Honda CRF300L mods for long distance dual sport and adv riding

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

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[@markb2175]

The first thing to change is the seat.None of it matters unless you can stay on it for extended amounts of time.I got the thick seat on mine it has made made a huge difference.

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

The Rally screen is excellent!!! The difference on the highway is just incredible.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Really? Hmm I didn't think it was tall enough to make a huge difference?

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad I am 5'10 and could use a couple of inches extra. BUT the shape of the screen has more effect than the height alone. If you have ever ridden a Cagiva Raptor with it tiny wind divider you will know the difference . It was only just above centre handlebar height but you got almost no wind pressure up to 120kph. BTW there are a few higher /better shaped bolt on screens for the Rally already.

[@ericashwell1392]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad My son and I were coming back to the campsite on highway after riding off road and we switched bikes. I am 6'1" and when I got off my Rally and on his KLX it was immediately evident how effective that screen is.

[@joecamel6835]

It's not so great , test it in cold weather and freeze lol .The so called fairing is worse .I will say neither causes buffeting which would be far worse , a clip on extender probably would work for the windscreen.

[@ericashwell1392]

Once again, videos like this make me glad to be a patreon! Keep-em coming. My Rally is loving it. You did share a photo of the SRC-moto luggage rack. For those that are thinking of doing a Yoshi exhaust, buyer beware - the SRC full rack system not compatible with a Yoshi exhaust. However, that tail plate is SUPER by itself and very versatile and long enough to add a Rotopax on the very back and use a collar storage system for waterproofing gear storage. Thanks again Andrew and crew! and I hope your bike comes in time for your trip.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Ahh ok, good to know you did your research on that rack. I have never used one so I had no idea.

[@ericashwell1392]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad Yeah I was on the fence about a panier rack but I think I've firmed my decision that this bike does not need any more weight added to the tail with all the rack-less soft options out there. I've decided that my 30L hiking backpack will go on the tail rack (or a duffel if I'm strictly on a BDR trip) and the Tusk Highland side bags (50L total capacity) will be more than enough for tools and moto-camping gear.

[@thumpersquid]

Excellent video! I love my Rally and have installed most of the mods you mentioned. I hope you get your Rally in time! Ride on Dualsport brother.

[@stephtraveler7378]

Good content. One tip: Dont' cut corners on chain selection. The CRF uses a narrow chain, just like the 450 and most dirt bikes. The cheap x-ring chains are thicker and can contact the crank case. The narrow ones, like Procycle offer, are the best. Tunable suspension is key. KTech makes a front and back cartridge system that has adjustable preload, compression, and rebound.

[@MOEMUGGY]

I don't know why IMS and Acerbis are sleeping on the CRF300L. Such a missed opportunity. The first company that makes a larger tank for these bikes will get rich overnight. Most of us don't want the rotopax or the camel back weight on the rear. The rest of us are forced to buy the "plastic-fantastic" Rally just for the tank and windscreen.

[@Shrouded_reaper]

Not to mention the camel tank is CRAZY expensive. Probably because it's only the real option...

[@marcochavane3124]

Just want to add if youre on a budget the $100 Thai ECU still makes a big inprovement on helping the bike run cooler and giving you a little more power, especially if you have an exhaust. It's summer here in Texas and my right leg was burning up on the stock setup in traffic. Now it's no longer and issue and I can get the front wheel up in 2nd gear. Also agree about adding teeth in the rear. Going smaller with the sprocket in the front you are reducing its diameter and bringing the chain closer to the swingarm. Awesome video man. Keep up the good work.

[@kristofferjohnson9595]

Where can you get the Thai ecu?

[@omnivore2220]

The Rally's windscreen is plenty, unless you're extra tall in the torso. I'm 5' 10" with average build, and it's fine. I wouldn't think of changing it. The only negative with the Rotopax is weight. The idea is awesome!, but that retention system they have is stupid heavy. It needs to be re-thought and made vastly lighter for such an application.

[@ThinkBeforeYouSheep]

3.6 gallon acerbis tank is what I put on my crf300l, the fit is tight but the range is awesome.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Awesome that you got your hands on one.

[@ThinkBeforeYouSheep]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad They are out of black but they still have natural, I don't mind the look of it personally and I think seeing your fuel level through the tank along with the gauge is an extra peace of mind for me, I'm going to go grab the link for you.

[@ThinkBeforeYouSheep]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad I just checked they're out of the natural as well now, hopefully they'll be back in stock soon, this was the cheapest I could find it though.

[@marcelhorisberger9256]

I can’t find a 15 tooth sprocket in Australia?

[@Antizou]

Thanks for the great video ! Just one question regarding the rear shock which one did you choose?

[@jimmydickson8854]

I’m hoping Honda brings out a 350 rally

[@williamclemmons1783]

Where do I get the ecu flashed? Also the 15 tooth front sprocket?

[@marcelhorisberger9256]

Great video, anyone got a link where to buy a 15 teeth front sprocket in Australia. Thanks

[@thepub245]

Number 6. Trade it in for a Tuareg 660. 🤣

[@hickokaviation2249]

What rear shock did you go with? You mentioned it in one of your videos but I don’t remember which one.

[@bondibeast]

g'day, what size tkc 80s did you put on your bike front and rear

[@kenmoist]

Where do u find a 15th tooth front sprocket?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

A 2019 250L sprocket should fit, I have read they do but haven't done it myself. Here is a link a.co/dzRJm0e

[@smalltimeadventures_usa]

The lighting has to be improved in my experience.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Really? That is interesting, usually on trips I dont ride at night. I keep most if not all riding to the day so I can see all the awesome sites.

[@smalltimeadventures_usa]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad I prefer daytime, but sometimes it’s unplanned.

[@joecamel6835]

The seat hurts me bum, mase of slate stone .

[@Hughie1987]

jakethesnake took his to cali from texas and its not a rally, the rally is instock here but I dont want it I want to ride the woods here in the northeast when Im not on my cbr

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

You mean Jake attempted to take his that far. Part of the way through he had to put it in a RV to get it there.

[@Hughie1987]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad yea! I think he got mostly there haha the effort is what counts! Furthest I've ridden my cbr was only a bit over 2k miles from start to getting back and no issues so I'm thinking it's a mod he did? Can't remember if he figured out the issue or not

[@jonoj7666]

First 😜😅👍

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

👍👍

[@Mathew187187]

Andrew I’ve been looking for a 15 tooth front but most sites say there’s doesn’t fit help?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Did you follow my Amazon link? I am 99.9% positive the late model CRF250L (2019+) has the same shaft.

[@Mathew187187]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad see I would think that as well but it says doesn’t cross could just be there cross reference guide isn’t up to date though that’s why we need guys like you to figure this stuff out lol if you think it will work I’ll order from your link thanks man!

[@joeparzyck9345]

What model GoPro do you use?

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

8, 9, and 10. I also use a Insta360.

[@1990-t1j]

I am soon to buy a 300L. Just for back lanes and the city in the far north of Thailand. The 300 is really cheap here as it is built in Thailand. I'm keeping it stock. Interesting video, nonetheless. Nick

[@keldonator]

How does the ecu change the mpg? I imagine if it makes it run cooler it's probably adding more fuel.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I havent seen to much of a difference overall. I havent calculated it to the mile either tho.

[@uralicdneprov1806]

Meh! Long distance mods and not mentioning the seat? Stock seat is narrow and poorly upholstered, hurts you butt on long trips. There are only two necessary upgrades for long trips. Aftermarket rear strut needed to be even rideable. Original is not only weak but also dangerously bouncy. Stock seat needs either replacement or take it to upholstery shop. All other mods are only good to have. Like sturdy hand guards to protect your levers from breaking every time you fall. Some rack to keep luggage attached in place. Real offroad tires if you are gonna encounter slippery mud. Sprocket size is more about where you go - flat lands or steep hills. Stock power is good enough unless you hit a highway.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I did a 500+ mile 4 day motorcycle camping trip on the stock seat. Yeah its hard but manageable. Now tho I upgraded it with a 200$ seats concepts foam which I stripped the stock seat pan and installed over top.

[@jackle842000]

Which country are you in? I've read that some countries are lower powered in stock form for the 300L.

[@Franzuccato]

Awesome video! Just a (probably dumb) question about the ECU.. how much the 550 ECU impacts on fuel consumption? I’d assume that if we extract more power from the bike we also would expect higher fuel consumption.. is this correct? Any impressions or opinions you could share on that matter? Thanks again for such good content. Cheers!

[@willparker3170]

Some people have seen better mileage from it and some people less. It really is going to come down to how you ride it.

[@thumpersquid]

I have been averaging 63 mpg with 550 tune. I went with factory improve for 92 octane fuel. Throttle feels much better and bike is less lean.

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha ok well I guess these guys got you covered before I could answer lol.

[@doobielawson702]

I too have a 300L with the 550 tune, stock improved for 92 octane fuel. I ride 99% offroad and my mileage has been 63-68 MPGs.

[@Splintermill]

I went 87 stock improved and opened up the stock exhaust to try it. Worlds better on the throttle twitch and pulls way better low to mid. Pipe sounds way better, don’t want too loud myself. I’m only at the 400 mile mark mostly on Kentucky backroads, and I’m sitting at 76.7 for an average since new. Honestly gained a bit, first 200 was stock at 72. Great bike, definitely worth putting a few grand in to have an awesome machine.

[@honda116969]

I wish I was one of your riding buddies so I could try my 250 rally against your 300 & I wonder if a stock 300 is much faster than a 250 with ECU & exhaust... & also wonder if an average rider could tell the difference thru typical light of road riding. Imo I don't think an average person would really notice much of a difference between the KLX the CRF 250 300 dual sport 🏍️💨 I think they would just be out there having fun & be so close, probably more depends on who's riding the 🏍️💨 then the actual motorcycle itself... Just my opinion. Cuz we don't ride all crazy off road like you guys do my buddy & I mostly do Street riding thru the neighborhoods/city streets & just light trails 👍👍💯

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha man you love that bike, well that's good I'm glad you love what you ride. Where are you located?

[@honda116969]

@@MotorcyclesOffroad hell yeah I love your bike too I tried to buy it but the dealer pulled some crazy bullshit that said it was on consignment and that the guy did not want to sell it I was like WTF that's why it's on consignment tell me about that shit I'm in Phoenix Arizona where you at bro?

[@walterhaumaier9137]

I love my rally It took me 3 months to get mine

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I have been waiting longer then 3 months 😕

[@dancingmaryjane]

mod #6 for long distance travel : crystal meth

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

Haha yeah I guess, I just stick with caffeine lol