2025 KTM 300 XC - WHAT THE HECK!?

[@gastonbelanger5346]

@ 83.5 years old I ride/rip on a 2023 KTM 300 Erzbergrodeo it's got all the right stuff to go faster than the crash in any terrain, love that bike makes me feel like I'm 38 again~~~~~~~~~go fast take chances~~~~~~~~Braaap!

[@marcuslovelace5953]

Awesome your still riding Thank you for the inspiration

[@ottokirk2325]

Wow, hope I can pull off 20 more years. Happy trails.

[@CrashHardEnduro]

I think these are the best looking bikes KTM has put out in a several years

[@mountainslayer9900]

If it only still had the orange frame.

[@Billy-burner]

​@@mountainslayer9900a couple spray tins of $5 safety cone orange, and bam... The motocross bike of your dreams. It's not like the motorbike makes any difference. It's all in the color. That's what makes you a better Rider 😂😂😂

[@elkku2140]

@@Billy-burner right on 🤣

[@paytonemmons4952]

The ‘22 xc-w are my favorite

[@stevefowler2112]

I love how you tore the bike down and checked everything and greased all the joints before even riding it, you are just like my Dad was when I was racing motocross, I just wanted to get on and go but he always tore them down and checked everything before he would turn me loose. Also good to know about the tubes...I had never thought of that.

[@Captain250FX]

All I could here when you were riding was a guy in love with his machine! Great video! 🤙

[@WildNZ]

Thanks man!

[@ktmhaka]

Bloody nice bike mate, I love that black n orange look too 👌

[@redball4093]

Informative and fun video. Nice footage of single track. I have a 2024 and she is bad ass. Raptor pegs 10 down and 5 back.

[@domsileo1145]

Congrats on the new machine……great looking bike and they work great….Waiting on my 350 XCF !

[@michaelpease2103]

This was badass. Not a good day on a bike without a few close calls.

[@8180634]

What a beautiful place to ride!

[@TearsOnTheSaintLaurent_]

Looks alot like the 2005 graphics on my fathers old bike. They really nailed it this year.

[@clappedadventures]

just sold my 23 kxf250 and 03 kx125 and picked up a 24 sx250, these things have got to be the most fun bikes I have ever ridden, will never go back

[@streetstomper]

300xc will absolutely be my next bike. The YZ is cool but after riding my son's KTM I realized I made a mistake

[@AxiaFON]

I changed clutch and carb and now my yz250 it's an enduro machine

[@RIDEreviewRELOAD]

Sick ride! Just picked up a 24

[@ottokirk2325]

PC works pipe adds more YAT mid to extended top. My SX sits as I try to troubleshoot why she sparks but won't light up. Back on the madness of my 200SX.

[@chris_moodie9]

those trails look amazing man!

[@MotoFast-z5q]

Good looking machine and it sounds strong.

[@torariders313]

Looks and sounds like a great bike! That new track looks so good.

[@Anthonyhancock71]

Hell ya. Great vid. I just got 2025 300 hard enduro. Did a soft ride today with the wife. To learn a few things. But tomorrow gonna rip it. Bike is fantastic 👍🇨🇦

[@kirkthepimp1]

Such a sick track!

[@jhheintz450]

Bike looks amazing! I am considering the Husky version, but keep reading about piston skirt hitting the crank on low hour bikes. Cylinder repair shops recommending the Wossner piston from new.

[@AverageRider717]

Only on the SX models, the XC bikes don’t have that issue.

[@DUN3RAT]

awesome video mate :)

[@crashdsnowman1]

Good show! I'm tired of seeing vids of guys riding around at 10kph and giving reviews of bikes that they shouldn't even be on.

[@bradfoster874]

I had a 07 xcw 300. Indestructible. Best woods bike. Wish I would have kept it. The nastier the trail the better that bike was. Made me a better rider.

[@baron30001]

The new tbi and the previous tpi bikes are almost like cheating ah. They are just sooooo good now. I love that gear selection is almost not important anymore they seem to just pull no matter what gear you are in. You should try the tubliss system. They are brilliant for preventing pinch flats and work well when traction is low as you can go right down to 1-2psi or just run your normal factory pressures if you want. Is that track you were riding at Taikorea down Foxton ways?

[@WildNZ]

@@baron30001 Yup this was at Taikorea

[@brianaylesworth6710]

What pegs are you putting on it five back and five down thank you

[@WildNZ]

@@brianaylesworth6710 I had a set of MOTOES on. I have now swapped them and have a set of 10mm low Carapaks.

[@davidbeauvais1364]

I wanna come ride that flow … perhaps when it’s just a touch more dry

[@OtisFlint]

Look at that dirt! 😍

[@Bodie2020]

The people complaining about the power and happiness are also the guy that use a rekluse auto and put a left hand rear brake plus a flywheel weight and Michelin extreme gummy with drilled mouse. Wide plush seat and turn the compression to full soft on their bikes. I have been on the trail with those guys. Spend 10k setting up a bike to make just put it in second or 3rd gear never change the whole ride and make the auto clutch do the work. They bypass the hard areas and don’t ride in mud. Too hard on the bike they say. Yes I have met these people. I buy their bikes from them because they haven’t been rode hard and you get a box of new and old parts with them because they put new pistons in at like 50 hours and new tires as soon as the sharp edge is gone. And they buy new bikes at a minimum of every two years but usually every year.

[@Billy-burner]

Lmao

[@tmlpony]

like to hear about the suspension,does it need retuning or perfect out of the box?? tnx,,cool video

[@WildNZ]

For stock suspension I think it’s awesome. They really nailed it with the new closed cartridge spring fork

[@stevencondron9355]

Looks good

[@tazyt3388]

Does get up n go mate you weren’t farken around awsome

[@sandcontour]

Sweet looking thing! 😊

[@jasonluhmer4792]

lets get a closeup of that kymco cylinder....

[@sqzeplay]

What are you running for tubes? And did you change your gearing? And subbed to your channel 👍

[@WildNZ]

Just put in a set of heavy duty Pirelli tubes. I ran ultra heavy duty tubes last year and they worked great. Have considered trying a mousse in the rear but never got around to it.

[@WildNZ]

Oh forgot to mention that the gearing is all stock at the moment which is 14-48. I’ll run it for a bit and see how I like it. I might end up changing the back to a 49 or 50 but we will see. Thanks mate!

[@sqzeplay]

@@WildNZ I run a 50 on my 24. Seems like a good spot for lugging. I'm going to keep track of this channel.

[@copisetic1104]

I need one of these for Moab

[@jacobnewman9614]

When you say "track" is that like a cross country course? doesnt look like an mx track

[@WildNZ]

Yes this loop is one of the cross country tracks. There is also an MX, Kids and other Cross Country tracks at this spot (Taikorea MX in New Zealand).

[@EJAcrey]

Where is the track?

[@WildNZ]

Taikorea MX, New Zealand

[@MrKtm200exc]

Which footpegs do you use? I'm 6'5" and am looking for some 5mm down and back as well

[@WildNZ]

I had a set of MOTOES 5mm down 5mm back on. I’ve now swapped to a set of Carapaks 10mm lower pegs.

[@MrKtm200exc]

@WildNZ do you feel like you're dragging your feet at all with the 10mm down?

[@WildNZ]

@@MrKtm200exc Not really. Been pretty happy with them. I’m long in the legs but relatively normal in the torso so going lower on pegs seemed to make sense for me. I kind of felt like I lost a little bit of bike manoeuvrability with the slightly further back offset pegs which is why I went to just straight lower.

[@tri7272]

I ride a 2023 350exc-f, my bud just got a 2025 300, I ride behind him often and at first I enjoyed the 2 stroke smell, now its stays in my nostrils for 24 hours and makes me sick to my stomach. Also the the 300 has no engine braking which is a no go for me. May 350 is 35 lbs heavier but I will choose it all day over the 300. Also the rebuild intervals on the 2 stroke are crazy. To each his own I guess.

[@guy7670]

Keep those valves adjusted. Once you eventually find them in there somewhere lol

[@Trail_Trash]

No engine braking is a plus for me, I just use the Brembos if I need to slow down. 😁

[@tri7272]

There is a reason they stopped major production of two strokes, outdated and dirty...

[@guy7670]

@@tri7272 Lies and corruption are the reason. The fake Climate Crisis = $$$

[@rogase68]

Nice video. I’m like you considering upgrading from a 22 EX 300. I tested the new EX 250 and really liked the motor but especially the fork. I had a spring conversion done (not full closed cartridge). It was a bit better than the air fork but I recall really liking the new fork on the EX 250. What do you think of the suspension?

[@WildNZ]

Definitely worth it! I had a 6500 conversion done on my 22 EX250 and it was awesome but I do think I like the suspension on this a little bit better. That might be because it’s a little more plush from stock then my 6500 kit was. But yeah the new stock closed cartridge forks are awesome!

[@skylineenduro]

Looks 100x better than my 23

[@HailMich]

23s look awesome. I’ve got every yr since 19 and there one of my fav..

[@franzv3172]

I know a lot of people aren’t a fan but I think your 23 is the best looking one! I like it much more than the 25….25 ain’t terrible though

[@Jakekola]

@@HailMich looking to part with any?😆

[@maxflight777]

I’m curious about the tubes… which do you recommend and why ?

[@WildNZ]

@@maxflight777 I don’t really pick a brand to be honest. Just any heavy duty or ultra heavy duty. Normally IRC or Pirelli seems to be at my local bike shop

[@100.PercentBEEF]

green too much on single track white is perfect. IMO it's like having an XC or XC-W with the press of a button.

[@miro_s]

looks really good (didn’t like the 2024), tho I think I still slightly prefer the looks of the husky…

[@DirtSquirty]

Kudos to pulling it all apart!! So many people don’t do this and wonder why their bikes fall apart and need new bearings ..

[@rebekahfrench5747]

They fix the self destruct feature on the new ones..😂😂 I'll stick with my old 500 Husky..

[@WildNZ]

Lol i’ve had this conversation with people who are skeptical about new technology and have to remind them that their carb bikes have been seizing and blowing up since well before efi bikes came along. 😂 a friend of mines super reliable and faithful old YZ250 blew up just the other day too lol. Just the nature of dealing with machines, some will fail.

[@rebekahfrench5747]

@@WildNZ they had quite a few that lunched the piston due to crank clearance.. and if you understand how to tune a 2stroke they only blow up when u get lazy and let the carby gum up with this shit fuel we get.. l still have issues with my injected 510 but none with the carburetor one. One day i might get it sorted where it runs smooth all through the rev range or that too will get a carby..😂😂

[@Billy-burner]

What's the difference between this and the 24? Also, is there much difference between the xc, and the sx?

[@WildNZ]

@@Billy-burner The 25 got adjustments to the frame and swing arm to make the bike more forgiving. It’s otherwise exactly the same just a little bit more comfortable. The SX is a moto bike so has close ratio gearbox, smaller tank, 19” rear wheel etc where as the XC is a off-road race bike so has a wide ratio gearbox, larger tank, 18” rear wheel etc.

[@Billy-burner]

@@WildNZ reckon the xc tank would fit on the sx? It's a heap ton cheaper. Looked at the parts fiche and the tank is only $390 delivered. Not too fussed on the stiffer suspension and the short ratio box.

[@WildNZ]

@@Billy-burner Pretty sure it would. I pick the closed cartridge fork on the XC over the Air Fork on the SX any day though.

[@bossmonkey1126]

The reason you get a light weight tube is because it offers the best handling / bump response and steering feedback by far. Anything else is single purpose at the expense of all the above. To lower the chance for flats. That's it.

[@WildNZ]

@@bossmonkey1126 That might be the one positive to a lightweight tube but i’ve never met someone who uses a lightweight tube in favour of every other option that better prevents a fatal flat.

[@GhostHammerX]

@@WildNZout here in AZ, its bibs or nothing for me. Flats suck.

[@bossmonkey1126]

@@WildNZ I run (regular) tubes not necessarily lightweight tubes and don't flat any more than people who run (Tubeliss) as a matter of fact that system is expensive, complicated and not that reliable. The mousse bib feel is lacking and constantly changes IMO but is widely used by racers who cannot afford to flat so the bib is the best choice in that situation

[@sakariputtonen2683]

The reason is that they are cheap. Any pro's ar just a coincidence.

[@bossmonkey1126]

@@sakariputtonen2683 That's why motocross and supercross teams at the highest level use tubes

[@mazza159]

What brand and where do you get the lower/further back foot pegs ? cheers

[@WildNZ]

I had a set of Carapaks on my last bike and they were great. I’ve ordered a set of MOTOES to try this time as they look similar to the Carapaks but at a better price.

[@cw3728]

5mm is it worth the money, should be an inch really.

[@WildNZ]

@@cw3728I noticed 5mm down and back on my last bike. Was much nicer for me.

[@McMassiveMuffin]

What foot pegs did you buy? Recommendations?

[@WildNZ]

I had a pair of Carapaks on my last bike and thought they were awesome. I’ve ordered a set of MOTOES this time. They look similar to the Carapaks but were a better price so will see how they go.

[@TeamStruggleBunny]

What pegs did you order?

[@WildNZ]

Tried a set of MOTOES 5mm down 5mm back this time. Just put them on yesterday.

[@motoboy6666]

No PDS suspension nowadays? (Been away from dirtbikes for a while …apperently)

[@WildNZ]

EXC (XC-W) model has PDS 👍🏼 this is the XC model that has linkage like the SX model.

[@Laz253]

If you don’t mind me asking, how much did you get it for otd?

[@WildNZ]

OTD? I paid 18k NZD. Not cheap in the slightest.

[@goodboyringo9716]

This info would helps customers but it seen like people don't like telling the cost , the dealers love it.

[@Laz253]

@@WildNZ Yes. Not too bad (in USD at least) actually. Thank you.

[@goodboyringo9716]

@@WildNZ ... But you live in Aus right ? OK , NEW ZEALAND these bikes are around 12,400 OTD in the USA. I don't see how we could afford 18,000 , when 12,000 is costly

[@WildNZ]

@@goodboyringo9716 New Zealand

[@reginalarenasmoran1184]

This is what its all about

[@tommymcdonald8344]

How tall are you

[@WildNZ]

Just shy of 6 foot 2

[@bmxcanada]

Every corner he opens the throttle you hear it bog/hesitate after the initial fuel dump. Every freaking corner.

[@WildNZ]

Through a screen on youtube it must be true 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@luketaylor6973]

If this is bogging no wonder there’s been complaints about them….. cause coming from owning/riding 23,24 ktm 250xc and yz250 that bike ain’t bogging. It might be loading up abit as he seems to be riding a higher gear in soft sand

[@mark_Hershey]

Hope it doesnt get the “random bog”.

[@tandccreations6383]

I’ve ridden a couple 23-24 300xc’s the only reason I haven’t went to buy one is bc I feel like at first they will rip my arms off in a xc race and two bc I feel like I’ll get used to the power and feel it isn’t enough after a year or 2 of riding it

[@mikeaust80]

Totally rideable engines Change the throttle cam from the stock odi white 1/4 turn to the odi black. White map is totally tame for slower speed riding / pea gravel etc. green map big difference in power save that for a year or 2 / dunes or deep sand riding

[@WildNZ]

That doesn’t really make sense haha.

[@mikeaust80]

Likely a 10yr ol

[@justanother_trailrider]

Did you notice a difference between the ‘24 vs ‘25 chassis?

[@WildNZ]

I need to ride them back to back on the same day to really know but I do think the 25 is more supple and plush as it should be with the updates.

[@Jagi603]

2023 looked better imho

[@cw3728]

Having to strip and grease a brand new bike is ridiculous

[@gkling33]

Then don't do it. Or buy something different

[@tylerharvell9938]

Every single bike manufacturer, maybe with the exception of TM, does not sufficiently grease the bikes.

[@kimhunter9671]

Nice bike but you need to pick up the pace

[@WildNZ]

@@kimhunter9671 You are cool

[@clumzer1]

radiator fan is totally unwarrented on a two stroke. We push the xc to the limit in hot deserts and they never overheat

[@bonzaralph]

Opinions are like arseholes because everyone’s got one

[@WildNZ]

@@clumzer1 That’s lucky. I’ve had them overheat as have others. Too many variables to bother arguing about it.

[@jayhayes5039]

Not a true two stroke Where's the kickstarter what are you a panzie if you can't kick youre bike over you shouldn't be riding it 😢

[@WildNZ]

😂😂😂