As for being slow I will say that the more you ride this bike the faster you will become....Its a lot more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow. Also this bike has a lot of pep and mid-range punch.
Regarding to the wrong statement of a driving a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow being more fun. It heavily depends on the bike. There are other bikes then sport bikes you know. Expand your horizons and learn there is more then 600+ cc 4 cylinder sport bikes.
@@ZeginMakesMusic What kind of ignorant statement is that? Do you only drive track? Then sure, but if you actually use your bike on city traffic and you don't slow as well, then you should not have your license as you are a danger on the road.
Carve corners as good or better than most sport bikes. It is what it is. A fun, light platform that's great on secondary roads and for in town street. Who wants to lay on a one trick pony sport bike when you can do multi-role duty in comfort. This bike is a smaller displacement all-arounder. Perfectly fine on most dirt roads too. Put on your backpack and go explore.
Nice review. Yeah, getting rid of that rear license plate holder is a good call. I have a 2009 version of this bike in Thailand called "DTrackerX"---excellent handling bike, amazing! 250cc. If your odometer/dash begin to fade, there's no repair other than to replace.
I'd love a version of this with tubeless tires (either spoke or mag wheels), a lower seat height (maybe 31", like an xt250), and a 4+ gallon tank. It would be the best solo multi-purpose bike for small riders!
I made my tires tubeless with a piece of 3m sealing tape and a valve stem.the seat height is fine because of how narrow and light the bike is (I have a 28 inch inseam). I have a bike with a 31 inch seat height and this is was easier to handle. The tank is quite small. though, but it's not made to be long range.
fivetengarage....The DtrackerX (Thai version)---the odometer fades and goes tits-up after about 2-3 years. A new one cost me $95 from Kawasaki in Thailand, where this bike is made.
@@Swimfinz I have a Yamaha Wr250x. The speedo was off about the same as Nates. After a gear change it was way off. I used a 12oclocklabs speedo drd unit. Fixed it right up.
Nice bike, unfortunately i heard it will not makes his way to Europe. I had an Yamaha WR 250X ,had a lot of Fun with it,should be like this but a little quicker ,great Ride by the way. little jealous...i heard a rumour KTM will bring a 390 SM hope so.
BerdEcke...Goog Search "DtrackerX" that is the moniker for this bike everywhere else. It's been in production since 2008, or earlier. Mine is the 2009 model. Very comfy in the saddle of long rides after you remove the passenger strap.
@@Swimfinz there has been a D-Tracker 125 some years ago, but not the 250 in Austria. The KLX will also not makes his way to us. There is just the Honda CRF 300/Rally, and they are not Supermotos.I dont know why Honda does not make a CRF Supetmoto..
My insurance is trying to classify this bike as a Supersport motorcycle. Is that correct? They're quoting me 1900 dollars a year for insurance. Talked to my agent and got the quote down to 750 a year but still classified as a Supersport and they have it listed as a klx300r. Any opinions?
How easy can you see your oil level??? Sitting cold I can’t tell if the oil level is all the way down or not… I have only had it a few days and has 9 miles on it
Easy. Hold the bike upright with handlebars straight, and depress the brake lever to see the oil sight. Should be at the lower level at least when cold, and not above the mid level.
Im guessing it should run like 180mph for this to be fast for you. Of course its SLOWER. These reviews need to be taken lightly. I do appreciate your video but give credit for what the bike is made to do. Saying its slow is really your opinion compared to what ? Still hit the like button.
I am comparing this to any other street bike. Even an R3 would disappear from this on any straight. Even some scooters are faster. Most people already know this bike is slow, but are still surprised because it's even slower than they thought it would be. However, it's a great bike otherwise.
Eh that's what they say about pretty much every Kawasaki. They use plastic cam chain guides, but so does Honda. To have one fail under 20k miles would be unusual.
@@pauld.b7129 ....my 2009 DTrackerX 250cc swallowed a valve at 29,500 kms or 18,300 miles in Thailand. Kawasaki dealer mechanic had engine torn apart in 20 minutes. And a parts list. I paid $197. all Kawasaki parts. Head sent to machine shop. New piston, everything. Labor came to $40. Yes, under $250 for a new engine, sweet.
@@Swimfinz well coincidentally 20k miles is about the life expectancy for those, the higher the miles, the more common it becomes. But not somthing to worry about immediately on a new bike
@@pauld.b7129 thanks for feedback. The KLX suspension with 17" motard Dunlop's make the DTrackerX / SM a joy to ride in dense Asian traffic. Lane splitting is an Art Form.
Tell them to stuff their fees next year, because there are hardly any 300s left. From what I hear in the groups I'm in, there are almost none left and there won't be any more coming to North America for a long time.
over 2k msrp where I'm at, I'm lucky and found a guy willing to trade for a honda rebel 500 I had with 7000 miles on it, the klx300sm had 250 miles on it
With regards to how "slow" the bike is, look, you have people having the time of their lives on Honda Groms....
Just enjoy!
Yep. I have been out all afternoon on my Yamaha Aerox 155 twist and go scooter. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thank you, speed is overrated.
Congratulations buddy 👍
Nice machine
it looks awesome,especially the rear fender, it looks unique
Looks hella fun to throw around!
I really like the black and blue color scheme on this one.
As for being slow I will say that the more you ride this bike the faster you will become....Its a lot more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow. Also this bike has a lot of pep and mid-range punch.
Regarding to the wrong statement of a driving a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow being more fun. It heavily depends on the bike. There are other bikes then sport bikes you know. Expand your horizons and learn there is more then 600+ cc 4 cylinder sport bikes.
I don't know why people compare this to riding a fast bike slow. No one rides fast bikes slow.
@@ZeginMakesMusic What kind of ignorant statement is that? Do you only drive track? Then sure, but if you actually use your bike on city traffic and you don't slow as well, then you should not have your license as you are a danger on the road.
Carve corners as good or better than most sport bikes. It is what it is. A fun, light platform that's great on secondary roads and for in town street. Who wants to lay on a one trick pony sport bike when you can do multi-role duty in comfort. This bike is a smaller displacement all-arounder. Perfectly fine on most dirt roads too. Put on your backpack and go explore.
Nice review. Yeah, getting rid of that rear license plate holder is a good call. I have a 2009 version of this bike in Thailand called "DTrackerX"---excellent handling bike, amazing! 250cc. If your odometer/dash begin to fade, there's no repair other than to replace.
Awesome bike. I'm considering getting one
Beautiful bike! I have the dual sport in Camo - its a hoot in the twisties! Bike is comfortable, solid, handles great, no bad manners at all. :)
Trying to decide between the sm and dual sport now
Looks like lots of fun.
I'd love a version of this with tubeless tires (either spoke or mag wheels), a lower seat height (maybe 31", like an xt250), and a 4+ gallon tank. It would be the best solo multi-purpose bike for small riders!
I made my tires tubeless with a piece of 3m sealing tape and a valve stem.the seat height is fine because of how narrow and light the bike is (I have a 28 inch inseam). I have a bike with a 31 inch seat height and this is was easier to handle. The tank is quite small. though, but it's not made to be long range.
Looks fast enough and plenty fun enough to!!!!
I have a 2013 wr250r and after riding bikes most my life that are fast and considerably heavier the wr is the most fun bike I've ever rode..
Nice looking road, is that harriman or bear mountain park? I have a 690SMC-R I'd like to come check that out with.
Digging the blue
Really great. Thanks~~
Fast fun bike👍👍👍
awesome upstate Ny roads?
Looks like a great time. Enjoy your new ride.How accurate is the speedo?
about 8% optimistic, as usual for Japanese bikes. 100 indicated is about 92
fivetengarage....The DtrackerX (Thai version)---the odometer fades and goes tits-up after about 2-3 years. A new one cost me $95 from Kawasaki in Thailand, where this bike is made.
@@Swimfinz
I have a Yamaha Wr250x.
The speedo was off about the same as Nates. After a gear change it was way off.
I used a 12oclocklabs speedo drd unit. Fixed it right up.
Love it
Not bad though it can hang out a Lil something but I love my Klr 650
No leader no Peter
Great! I just got mine last week, coming from 600's and 1000's is different but fun.
Can you please put the tail mod link?
go to tst industries and search the klx300
@@nathanbaeyens2856 , thanks for the fast response.
I might consider one... The Husky 701sm might put me in trouble way too fast 😆
It's like riding around in stealth mode. It's a lot less money than a 701 as well.
It's a good looking bike. I'd love to get one but I'd need at least 10-15 hp more as I do a lot of highway riding. Good luck with it.
Wish Kawasaki made a 450cc supermoto from the KX or detuned to 400cc at least.
@@Chad5ter 400 cc's would have been ideal for this bike. I feel like they missed a great opportunity.
Me too
Nice bike, unfortunately i heard it will not makes his way to Europe. I had an Yamaha WR 250X ,had a lot of Fun with it,should be like this but a little quicker ,great Ride by the way. little jealous...i heard a rumour KTM will bring a 390 SM hope so.
BerdEcke...Goog Search "DtrackerX" that is the moniker for this bike everywhere else. It's been in production since 2008, or earlier. Mine is the 2009 model. Very comfy in the saddle of long rides after you remove the passenger strap.
@@Swimfinz there has been a D-Tracker 125 some years ago, but not the 250 in Austria. The KLX will also not makes his way to us. There is just the Honda CRF 300/Rally, and they are not Supermotos.I dont know why Honda does not make a CRF Supetmoto..
@@berndecke9488 the 17" wheels turn this bike into a fun cycle!
Just got the same bike... where did you get the "tail tidy" from? 2lbs lighter
tst industries
Did you get the light from their too?
My insurance is trying to classify this bike as a Supersport motorcycle. Is that correct? They're quoting me 1900 dollars a year for insurance. Talked to my agent and got the quote down to 750 a year but still classified as a Supersport and they have it listed as a klx300r. Any opinions?
I pay 8 dollars a month for insurance, full coverage. I'm 25 and have been riding for 8 years. Progressive.
Lmfao okay bett ill get a quote from them. Fuck Country financial 🤣 I'm 23
Time to get yourself a different agent
Is it possible to upgrade to a wider tire, say something like the 150 rear that comes on the drz400sm?
150 would be overkill, but I will be putting a 140 on.
Thats a rocket ship compared to my grom. Hence why im trading the grom in for that klx.
How easy can you see your oil level??? Sitting cold I can’t tell if the oil level is all the way down or not… I have only had it a few days and has 9 miles on it
Easy. Hold the bike upright with handlebars straight, and depress the brake lever to see the oil sight. Should be at the lower level at least when cold, and not above the mid level.
700 MILES IN A WEEK?!
22hp? Jesus
Cries in 125cc cbr
that dude on Mad Max the bronze
LOL I loved your video up to you said you was 160 pounds LOL I can't watch that anymore I'm looking to get this bike but I am 6 ft 6 300 lb
It might be too slow for you. Might need a ktm 690 at your size.
@@nathanbaeyens2856 then again I'm just looking for a toy...a intown commuter
@@jacobcoy2638 It'd work just fine then.
Im guessing it should run like 180mph for this to be fast for you. Of course its SLOWER. These reviews need to be taken lightly. I do appreciate your video but give credit for what the bike is made to do. Saying its slow is really your opinion compared to what ? Still hit the like button.
I am comparing this to any other street bike. Even an R3 would disappear from this on any straight. Even some scooters are faster. Most people already know this bike is slow, but are still surprised because it's even slower than they thought it would be. However, it's a great bike otherwise.
2nd gear WOT will slide me back a little and I weigh 240.
NOTE: cam chain tensioner is a known weakness on this engine.
Eh that's what they say about pretty much every Kawasaki. They use plastic cam chain guides, but so does Honda. To have one fail under 20k miles would be unusual.
@@pauld.b7129 ....my 2009 DTrackerX 250cc swallowed a valve at 29,500 kms or 18,300 miles in Thailand. Kawasaki dealer mechanic had engine torn apart in 20 minutes. And a parts list. I paid $197. all Kawasaki parts. Head sent to machine shop. New piston, everything. Labor came to $40.
Yes, under $250 for a new engine, sweet.
@@Swimfinz well coincidentally 20k miles is about the life expectancy for those, the higher the miles, the more common it becomes. But not somthing to worry about immediately on a new bike
@@pauld.b7129 thanks for feedback. The KLX suspension with 17" motard Dunlop's make the DTrackerX / SM a joy to ride in dense Asian traffic. Lane splitting is an Art Form.
Your voice sounds just like Tom cruise
What's the service interval on that bike?
I think 7k for valves?
MSRP is 5999 and you gave them 7200? Please tell them to stuff their transport and handling fees so the rest of us aren't expected to pony up.
Tell them to stuff their fees next year, because there are hardly any 300s left. From what I hear in the groups I'm in, there are almost none left and there won't be any more coming to North America for a long time.
Some time it’s better to ride a ….
Pretty cool
Selling for $1000 over MSRP where I live, craziness.
over 2k msrp where I'm at, I'm lucky and found a guy willing to trade for a honda rebel 500 I had with 7000 miles on it, the klx300sm had 250 miles on it
@@walterrides5324 2k over msrp, price gouging.
Are you upstate?
Harriman state park
Does it have back foot pegs
yes
@@nathanbaeyens2856 preciate it
like
Doest look like a road you need to be speeding on
I had to pee real bad
@@nathanbaeyens2856 lol been there
Oh my god, you're putting too many miles on it. You're going to ruin the resale value.
Bikes are supposed to be ridden.
Ain’t goin 90. Mine maxed at 75 downhill.
There's another video on my channel of it doing 100. That's before I modded it. It does 110 mph now. About 103mph gps
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