Bit of an update for everyone... Firstly, changed the gearing and put a 13tooth sprocket on the front. This seems to have transformed the power and grunt of the bike. Hill climbs have been much easier and the bike is a lot snappier (in a good way) yet it has retained its overall smoothness. All good! Secondly, increased the idle speed quite a bit. Probably higher than I'd normally run it, but it has certainly reduced the off throttle stalling. Thirdly, there are rumours of aftermarket tank solutions, but not 100% confirmed yet. Waiting with bated breath... First 2 points have made the bike a lot better and I am much happier with it. Hope that all helps, Aaron KNOX
1 the gearing in this motorcycle incluye 2 sprocket, 14 tooth for engine break-in and 13 for the motorcycle life. I like your reviews. Thanks for lot... 3 Its really necessary but I think the solution should come from Husqvarna not from after marker.
After market tank is ridiculous expensive and so is the aftermarket fuel pump. The gearing 12:45 is amazing on mine super slim lined for rocky hard enduro sections in the states I got a few videos of these bikes too. My wife has one 2 inches lower and has the mako 360 on it such amazing bike. Little downfalls like the tank fuel mileage and fuel pickup are annoying but definitely livable
The stalling and starter issues are strange to me, I've only put about 4 hours on my 300 Pro and haven't experienced any of those problems, though I did have to adjust the idle as you'd expect to on a new bike. I think the stock gearing is a little tall and put a 48T sprocket on which really helps it crawl, but I've never had it bog in the lower revs and the torque feels almost as good as my 380EXC. It sounds like maybe you got a bit of a lemon. I'd also recommend something like a slavens clutch lever, really reduces the pull.
Not to mention battery/starter motor failure and being stuck out in the middle of nowhere. My 2024 Beta 300 RR RACE EDITION has a carb and back up kick start, always get me back to the truck.
Battery starter failure? You can push start the bike if there is a battery or starter failure. You guys with kick starters crack me up and act like you have something special. I have three bikes with kick starters and I've never used one kick starter as they all have electric start and I've never had an issue.
@@onthethrottle7104 Let's see you push start that bike in a sand wash. Having a back up kick starter is important when you are 50 miles from the truck.
@user-fz8fy4zl1c Some of the KTM's have capacitors which allow you to push start the bike. But because the starters very very rarely ever go out they offer them on one some bikes. You can add them to any bike, like the 24 XCW TBI for $30. Then you can push start a bike.
TSP head and map transformed my 250TPI I was at my wits end with it, it was unrideable and had been in and out if dealers since i bought it. Gave it TSP treatment and its beem beautiful ever since.
@@lacemilow level? How so? They're made in Italy, where as KTM/husky are made in China. I haven't heard of any fuel delivery issues with latest Betas. 300rr is an awesome bike. I wouldn't have any hesitations picking it over other bikes.
@@retrograde11enginer Beta is more explosive, It have more Torque. Chinese component are enought quality for the supermarket. I work in a manufacturing Italy and control quality Is a joke. If you buy 5 motorbikes altmost 2 are with malfunctions components and It need change in brandstorage after a sold. Its more better Sherco, but Husqvarna and KTM have a nice Engineering, It is a very Big company with I+D+I
I’ve had no issues with my pro apart from the fuel tank but I have found laying it on its right side gives me more fuel (get around 55 miles before it runs out. Hopefully they will sort this little issue It’s an amazing bike to ride 👊
Next time when it gets low on fuel, if you're on a smooth surface sway your bike from side to side, every few minutes, it kicks up the fuel into the fuel sock.
Nice, I have one and I think the same to you, It the first Talk about fails motorbike. The start fail when It wants. The fuel tank IS terrible, you can not use a reserve fuel,and others ...
When you have no clue how to ride a bike, blame your stalls on the bike... The TBI grunts better than any bike I've ever been on including the Beta RR and Race models (by a noticeable amount). As for the starter issue, definitely need to take it in and check it out. Yes something doesn't seem right, would have it checked under warranty.
I have a weird problem with my 2023 KTM 300 XC (25hours) where when I have the clutch pulled in and I’m going slow on single track it will stall, any idea?
This guy is probably at the same skill/fitness level as 75% of people that are going to buy a 300 TBI. Absolutely average. He certainly isn’t anywhere close to ‘no clue how to ride a bike’ level.
You refuse to admit the common issues this review is addressing. Instead you blame the rider. And I call BS on the grunt of the TBI. I have ridden both KTM TBI, TPI and Beta back to back as well as Beta 300's on demo day. No way in hell any FI bike comes close to the bottom end power and snap of a well jetted carb. And the KTM starter problem has been ongoing for years and still has not been solved.
Saw on the video that you are in green map, have you tried the white map for full power? I went for a 13/46 gearing and the bike is a lot better. I had to go up 1 on the back on all my TPI’s too. Ditch the starter button, think it has been recalled twice already, the Nihilo concepts or EE kits take it back to the TPI style buttons and it’s plug n play. Not having any of the fuelling issues, but I’m on the EXC. a friend has been struggling with his Husky. Also, did you change the plug to the one that comes in the box? The stock plug and 14T sprocket are for emissions and noise respectively. KTM expect these to be changed. The plug that comes in the bike is useless.
Wow. Those knee guards are missing protection around the sides. Imagine if your boots only had shin protection? You get hit at all angles.Sometimes from the bike. Your direct competitor forcefield has/had much better when I used them. Great video. I use pretty much the same Knox range for lame laning.
Firstly, please get a jerry can with a nozzle lol. Secondly, not the first time I've heard people mention the lack of snack on the Tbi (although there conflicting opinions). Sounds like a massive downgrade, especially comparing against your ec300 review, no worries about stalling or not having the power you need there.😊
I used leatt knee pads for a while. Flipped the bike landed on top of me and huper nextended my leg. Now I use leatt knee braces. Live an learn as they say. 🤙
Thanks, but this bike really wont lug up everywhere, it doesn't have the bottom end... I have just changed the gearing, so maybe this will help. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
@@KnoxArmoursurprising, I thought 300s were considered the best at low end lugging. I know my 150 won’t do it, it needs revs everywhere. Interesting you mention about smokers being a little, well scary. I’m a novice and much as I love my 150 it wants to be on the pipe constantly. Standing in attack, no matter how much I lean forward and grip with my knees like hell if I open it up in 2nd it’ll try and throw me off the back and I feel the risk of whisking it coming in. It’s quite an agressive little bike with its snap. Great fun, but on hills it’s no good for me as I don’t like going up stuff on the pipe and you have to with the 150 and I keep crashing. I’m going to switch to a 250 4 banger and have something with a more linear throttle whilst I learn the skills.
Not every rider is a Crusty Demon of Dirt, nor do we need a machine that will catapult us 75 feet into the sky over every obstacle. Sometimes we just need a grunty compliant machine that isn't a bull in a china shop.
The problem with Beta's, too much vibration, twitchy at high speed and resale value is horrible not to mention it takes a long time to sell them. Nice bikes but they still lack quite a bit being up to par with KTM.
@@onthethrottle7104 I’ve bought and sold 5 - betas all 23 models and only lost about 2,500 on the sale of all them together while I was figuring which one was for me lol. I will agree with the vibration on betas , and that is why I’m looking at a te 300 real hard . Just haven’t found one to ride to see if I like it or not.
@@jamesking4225 Sounds good, James. You must take good care of them and know how to prep for sale. So you purchased 5 2023's, wow. Normally if you keep a Beta for about 3 to 5 years (or more) they take a long time to sell and the resale value is not great. I think you will be in love with the TE. Even Rich Larson I see switched over to Husky.
@@onthethrottle7104 I didn’t keep them that long all but one under 30 hrs . Yeah, I’ve been chomping at the bit to find a te to try before I buy lol . I think the days of being able to flip a bike real quick is over with this economy. I saw Rich’s video he seemed very impressed.
@@jamesking4225 You seem like a real good guy, I hope the best for you and that you get the TE and go out and rip it! I do admit the Beta's great bikes. I've not found one person that was not impressed with the new TE, KTM TBI. Of course you don't want to pump up the expectations too high. Every time I ride mine I'm impressed that much more...I just love this bike.
1 sitting way to far back, 2 you need to stand and understand the gearing better , 3 its a dirt bike treat it as one and it works , u treat it nice it wont
Bit of an update for everyone...
Firstly, changed the gearing and put a 13tooth sprocket on the front. This seems to have transformed the power and grunt of the bike. Hill climbs have been much easier and the bike is a lot snappier (in a good way) yet it has retained its overall smoothness. All good!
Secondly, increased the idle speed quite a bit. Probably higher than I'd normally run it, but it has certainly reduced the off throttle stalling.
Thirdly, there are rumours of aftermarket tank solutions, but not 100% confirmed yet. Waiting with bated breath...
First 2 points have made the bike a lot better and I am much happier with it.
Hope that all helps, Aaron KNOX
1 the gearing in this motorcycle incluye 2 sprocket, 14 tooth for engine break-in and 13 for the motorcycle life. I like your reviews. Thanks for lot...
3 Its really necessary but I think the solution should come from Husqvarna not from after marker.
After market tank is ridiculous expensive and so is the aftermarket fuel pump. The gearing 12:45 is amazing on mine super slim lined for rocky hard enduro sections in the states I got a few videos of these bikes too. My wife has one 2 inches lower and has the mako 360 on it such amazing bike. Little downfalls like the tank fuel mileage and fuel pickup are annoying but definitely livable
@@Keeptheroguewild Changing the sprocket to a 12 significantly increases the premature wear of the chain all sliders on the motorcycle.
So... Gas Gas EC350 or this 300? Can only pick one.
Hope you guys will try a Rieju soon. From everything I've heard they are Rock solid dependable
Love the brand. But reaffirmed why I bought the last carburetor model in 2018. And it still has kick start backup.
The stalling and starter issues are strange to me, I've only put about 4 hours on my 300 Pro and haven't experienced any of those problems, though I did have to adjust the idle as you'd expect to on a new bike. I think the stock gearing is a little tall and put a 48T sprocket on which really helps it crawl, but I've never had it bog in the lower revs and the torque feels almost as good as my 380EXC. It sounds like maybe you got a bit of a lemon. I'd also recommend something like a slavens clutch lever, really reduces the pull.
The stalling followed by the starter issue makes me wonder if there is an electrical issue like a bad connection or component.
There is a shorter side stand bolt in your take home kit that makes the side stand stay down .
Not to mention battery/starter motor failure and being stuck out in the middle of nowhere. My 2024 Beta 300 RR RACE EDITION has a carb and back up kick start, always get me back to the truck.
Battery starter failure? You can push start the bike if there is a battery or starter failure. You guys with kick starters crack me up and act like you have something special. I have three bikes with kick starters and I've never used one kick starter as they all have electric start and I've never had an issue.
@@onthethrottle7104 Let's see you push start that bike in a sand wash. Having a back up kick starter is important when you are 50 miles from the truck.
@user-fz8fy4zl1c Good luck with that
@user-fz8fy4zl1c Some of the KTM's have capacitors which allow you to push start the bike. But because the starters very very rarely ever go out they offer them on one some bikes. You can add them to any bike, like the 24 XCW TBI for $30. Then you can push start a bike.
TSP head and map transformed my 250TPI I was at my wits end with it, it was unrideable and had been in and out if dealers since i bought it. Gave it TSP treatment and its beem beautiful ever since.
Thanks, good feedback. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
So a Beta 300 Factory edition would be a better bike to buy?
Not , It is better Husqvarna, Beta is a nice motorcycle but It is low level when you are in dificult situation
@user-fz8fy4zl1c Rieju IS more old systems but It,s a nice bike
@@lacemilow level? How so? They're made in Italy, where as KTM/husky are made in China. I haven't heard of any fuel delivery issues with latest Betas. 300rr is an awesome bike. I wouldn't have any hesitations picking it over other bikes.
@@retrograde11enginer Beta is more explosive, It have more Torque. Chinese component are enought quality for the supermarket. I work in a manufacturing Italy and control quality Is a joke. If you buy 5 motorbikes altmost 2 are with malfunctions components and It need change in brandstorage after a sold. Its more better Sherco, but Husqvarna and KTM have a nice Engineering, It is a very Big company with I+D+I
I’ve had no issues with my pro apart from the fuel tank but I have found laying it on its right side gives me more fuel (get around 55 miles before it runs out. Hopefully they will sort this little issue
It’s an amazing bike to ride 👊
Next time when it gets low on fuel, if you're on a smooth surface sway your bike from side to side, every few minutes, it kicks up the fuel into the fuel sock.
Thanks for the review......done deal for me. Its not the Husky. Thats poor.
Nice, I have one and I think the same to you, It the first Talk about fails motorbike. The start fail when It wants. The fuel tank IS terrible, you can not use a reserve fuel,and others ...
I agree. Taco Moto has a solution but expensive one for the fuel tank.
@@olliechristopher467 ok, Im investigate this system. Also maybe Acerbis make a new tank fuel oíl .
When you have no clue how to ride a bike, blame your stalls on the bike... The TBI grunts better than any bike I've ever been on including the Beta RR and Race models (by a noticeable amount). As for the starter issue, definitely need to take it in and check it out. Yes something doesn't seem right, would have it checked under warranty.
I have a weird problem with my 2023 KTM 300 XC (25hours) where when I have the clutch pulled in and I’m going slow on single track it will stall, any idea?
@@bradleymuha4861 adjust your clutch lever, it sounds like the clutch is engaging when you're in gear.
This guy is probably at the same skill/fitness level as 75% of people that are going to buy a 300 TBI. Absolutely average. He certainly isn’t anywhere close to ‘no clue how to ride a bike’ level.
@@bradleymuha4861Crank case pressure sensor
You refuse to admit the common issues this review is addressing. Instead you blame the rider. And I call BS on the grunt of the TBI. I have ridden both KTM TBI, TPI and Beta back to back as well as Beta 300's on demo day. No way in hell any FI bike comes close to the bottom end power and snap of a well jetted carb. And the KTM starter problem has been ongoing for years and still has not been solved.
Saw on the video that you are in green map, have you tried the white map for full power? I went for a 13/46 gearing and the bike is a lot better. I had to go up 1 on the back on all my TPI’s too. Ditch the starter button, think it has been recalled twice already, the Nihilo concepts or EE kits take it back to the TPI style buttons and it’s plug n play. Not having any of the fuelling issues, but I’m on the EXC. a friend has been struggling with his Husky. Also, did you change the plug to the one that comes in the box? The stock plug and 14T sprocket are for emissions and noise respectively. KTM expect these to be changed. The plug that comes in the bike is useless.
The license free music really kills this video. Better to have no music than this unnecessary noise.
Do you run the black or the grey throttle disc?
Wow. Those knee guards are missing protection around the sides. Imagine if your boots only had shin protection? You get hit at all angles.Sometimes from the bike. Your direct competitor forcefield has/had much better when I used them. Great video. I use pretty much the same Knox range for lame laning.
Great video; thank you!!
300 rr all the way on this terrain. Non race edition!!
What tire pressures are you running?
On Mousses, so no tyre pressures. Nitro soft mousses - awesome! Aaron KNOX
Looks like a cool place to ride. Thanks for the great review.
Thanks, really cool place to ride! Make sure you get there this year! Aaron KNOX
If your new car stalled five times on your way to work, would you recommend that to your viewers?
Depends, stalling is almost always user error…
Firstly, please get a jerry can with a nozzle lol. Secondly, not the first time I've heard people mention the lack of snack on the Tbi (although there conflicting opinions). Sounds like a massive downgrade, especially comparing against your ec300 review, no worries about stalling or not having the power you need there.😊
Does FE 350 Pro have the same issue (with stalling) or it’s a non issue with a 4-stroke version?
Think the engine on the new 350 is more or less the same as our 2023 350 and that doesn't have any issues engine or running wise. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
@@KnoxArmour good, thank you. Will check the reviews for it too. The 350 PRO looks great to me overall...
Lower linkage for hard enduro?
Maybe, although plenty of people are successful on KTM PDS...
I'm not all into the mud stuff. Yall can have that. Lol
Austrian on the outside, Chinese on the inside. Ice cream paint job lol
Great video looks like a cracking bike apart from the fuel range 💪
A bike with that price tag should no way come with all those issues
Agreed 👍💯
Get some knee braces. Those pads will only be slightly better than nothing if you have an off at speed. Good video though. Keep em coming. 👍
Thanks! To be fair, crashed loads in them, some pretty fast and they've been awesome. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
I used leatt knee pads for a while. Flipped the bike landed on top of me and huper nextended my leg. Now I use leatt knee braces. Live an learn as they say. 🤙
Couldn't imagine riding without knee braces. Safer and much more comfortable gripping the bike.
just lug it, losing traction when you pin it everywhere.......that bike will crawl up anything
Thanks, but this bike really wont lug up everywhere, it doesn't have the bottom end... I have just changed the gearing, so maybe this will help. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
@@KnoxArmoursurprising, I thought 300s were considered the best at low end lugging. I know my 150 won’t do it, it needs revs everywhere. Interesting you mention about smokers being a little, well scary. I’m a novice and much as I love my 150 it wants to be on the pipe constantly. Standing in attack, no matter how much I lean forward and grip with my knees like hell if I open it up in 2nd it’ll try and throw me off the back and I feel the risk of whisking it coming in. It’s quite an agressive little bike with its snap. Great fun, but on hills it’s no good for me as I don’t like going up stuff on the pipe and you have to with the 150 and I keep crashing. I’m going to switch to a 250 4 banger and have something with a more linear throttle whilst I learn the skills.
Not every rider is a Crusty Demon of Dirt, nor do we need a machine that will catapult us 75 feet into the sky over every obstacle. Sometimes we just need a grunty compliant machine that isn't a bull in a china shop.
Those are real bad downsides, Love me Beta's
The problem with Beta's, too much vibration, twitchy at high speed and resale value is horrible not to mention it takes a long time to sell them. Nice bikes but they still lack quite a bit being up to par with KTM.
@@onthethrottle7104 I’ve bought and sold 5 - betas all 23 models and only lost about 2,500 on the sale of all them together while I was figuring which one was for me lol. I will agree with the vibration on betas , and that is why I’m looking at a te 300 real hard . Just haven’t found one to ride to see if I like it or not.
@@jamesking4225 Sounds good, James. You must take good care of them and know how to prep for sale. So you purchased 5 2023's, wow. Normally if you keep a Beta for about 3 to 5 years (or more) they take a long time to sell and the resale value is not great. I think you will be in love with the TE. Even Rich Larson I see switched over to Husky.
@@onthethrottle7104 I didn’t keep them that long all but one under 30 hrs . Yeah, I’ve been chomping at the bit to find a te to try before I buy lol . I think the days of being able to flip a bike real quick is over with this economy. I saw Rich’s video he seemed very impressed.
@@jamesking4225 You seem like a real good guy, I hope the best for you and that you get the TE and go out and rip it! I do admit the Beta's great bikes. I've not found one person that was not impressed with the new TE, KTM TBI. Of course you don't want to pump up the expectations too high. Every time I ride mine I'm impressed that much more...I just love this bike.
This guy rides like me, pretty shitty but getting through it
1 sitting way to far back, 2 you need to stand and understand the gearing better , 3 its a dirt bike treat it as one and it works , u treat it nice it wont
Bahahaha!!
also I had to grind down the kickstand stop due to it doesn't work when the clevis pin for foot rest stops it.
Did it fix it?
@@KnoxArmour yes now it stands on the entire base vs the front edge. It also puts the bike at a good angle so it doesn’t fall over.
it may be a tsp that needs calibration @ 4 volts for base