You said it all at the very beginning "the reward you get when it's all done" it's like the gift that keeps on giving weather your riding it or just looking at it, I like it so much I drove to Seattle from NorCal to pickup my friends 99 ATK 260LQ and completely restored it to better than new with suspension upgrades and a RK Tek recut head, I can't wait to give it back to my friend, we haven't ridden together for 20 years and this all comes from restoring a dirt bike, talk about much more to something than meets the eye, I love dirt bikes.
Nice. Hell I still ride my 2004 300EXC, never had the motor out of the frame. Top ends from time to time, never had to touch the bottom. Forks seals and valving to get her to how I like her. She only ever raced 3 seasons, but I still think that's good. Still pulls like hell, starts first or second kick. I am in my 50s now, I don't see a reason to get another bike. Maybe one day when I think she's getting to shot out I will do what you did. Mad respect.
The refresh , makes it look new again. I too started watching your channel because of the original rebuild. Thanks Rado, for keeping the great builds going. Your work is inspiring, for many of us I'm sure.
This build helped inspire my first build this winter, a 2008 250sxf. It was in way worse condition, but followed along with your build videos as I went and it came out mint! Now its my go to daily rider, 25 hours on it and runs great. Keep up the good work, your builds inspire others!
i have the same bike it's still absolutely original and is a original 300 exc 2004 model but i like that build and what you all changed on the bike it looks better and fresher than before and more modern too and these bikes are rockets and very powerful and they kick ass for sure i know mine does still on hill climbs with very little throttle
It's a sweet build and it also shows the value of an older bike. A brand new 300 is 11 thousand dollars! You can pick up an early to mid 00's 300 for 2-4 grand running. With a couple more thousand in upgrades, it's hard justifying a brand new 300 especially when that free's up budget for other motorcycles!!
And then once your done you can ship it to me to do a video!😜😜just kidding it would be pretty sweet to see you do the pit bike at Cahuilla track though
Beautiful build and refresh video. The problem I have with rebuilding to that level cost as much as a new one. Or at least close. I picked up an '06 250xc with some premium upgrades and I plan to only fix what's needed. However, if you know your going to keep it for a long time, then do whatever make you happy.
@@dirtniron I don't have any social media except YT and I've not made any dirt bike videos, but when I get closer to finishing I will do a video on it and I'll send you the link.
Great video. That bike looks so good, one of the best builds you’ve done. The 300XC is probably my favorite bike. I have about 40 hours on mine and the more I ride it the more I fall in love with it. It’s the perfect trail bike and its only limit is me haha 😂. Looks like you’ve really stepped up your riding! As always, a blast to watch. 👍✌️
@@dirtniron it’s a bit of an addiction 😜. 2020 yz250x, 2019 250rx, 2015 300xc plus the new fe350 and 300xc. I recently got a beta trials bike, that is waaaay harder than it looks. All in all I love all the bikes, they each have their characteristics. Now I just need to find more time to ride!
Picked up a 2002 KTM 300EXC in very good condition. It looks like the frame, swingarm are identical but the plastics on the side plates and rear fender are different setup than mine but I definitely prefer the setup on this build. I wonder if they are compatible???
This is a little older video but, I’m looking at a 2004 300exc and wondering if they’re still relevant today for the tight alpine of the PNW. I would miss e-start but not a deal breaker. Would you do it again?
they are fun bikes, pretty capable.. but having 2012 and 2017 specially I got spoiled.. get it if you see a really good deal, but probably better to rebuild a newer models..
Hey, man hopefully you get the time to see my comment. First of, awesome job! I’m doing the same thing with an 04 300 exc. I’m having lots of trouble finding a seat that actually sits flush to the rear fender just like yours. Did you use the same OEM seat? Or did you use an aftermarket one?
If you really want to spice up, do like I did my exc 125 2005. Powdercoat things like: Swingarm, rear shock, tripple clamps and all that I also did pegs and bars cuz I didnt want new ones
Where were you able to find a 300 cylinder? I have a 04 250sx and I want to frame it and make it a 300sx and from my understanding the 08+ cylinders are different thanks !
I would keep old school bike and rebuild it and not buy new one I have a 2004 ktm 200 rebuilt it very rewarding to build it and see it finished . I like the older ktms better than the new ones I' am 51 old school myself lol 😀👍
Now that you've done a few builds, for the next one, go all out and do a CR500 build...... the King of 2 stroke dirtbikes. you'll love it, but get medical insurance before you ride it, and don't start it without using a boot.
Real men keep old ones alive... Rock on man... Respect from Romania
right on man!
This is the build that brought me to the channel and got my subscription. It was sad to see it go.
thanks bro, appreciate it
You said it all at the very beginning "the reward you get when it's all done" it's like the gift that keeps on giving weather your riding it or just looking at it, I like it so much I drove to Seattle from NorCal to pickup my friends 99 ATK 260LQ and completely restored it to better than new with suspension upgrades and a RK Tek recut head, I can't wait to give it back to my friend, we haven't ridden together for 20 years and this all comes from restoring a dirt bike, talk about much more to something than meets the eye, I love dirt bikes.
right on Rob, the reward is amazing! thanks a lot for sharing, you guys will have great time riding together!
Nice. Hell I still ride my 2004 300EXC, never had the motor out of the frame. Top ends from time to time, never had to touch the bottom. Forks seals and valving to get her to how I like her. She only ever raced 3 seasons, but I still think that's good. Still pulls like hell, starts first or second kick. I am in my 50s now, I don't see a reason to get another bike. Maybe one day when I think she's getting to shot out I will do what you did. Mad respect.
The refresh , makes it look new again. I too started watching your channel because of the original rebuild. Thanks Rado, for keeping the great builds going. Your work is inspiring, for many of us I'm sure.
Great to hear that David, thanks for your feedback!
This build helped inspire my first build this winter, a 2008 250sxf. It was in way worse condition, but followed along with your build videos as I went and it came out mint! Now its my go to daily rider, 25 hours on it and runs great. Keep up the good work, your builds inspire others!
Great to hear, thanks for sharing Teddy!
Nice job. Im currently battling rebuilding a 2005 250 exc. Was in bad shape and lots to do, videos like this keep me going.
Love these generation KTMs id go with this Rado, hell of a job!
Awesome build and bike turned out great. Love your furry helper! My dog always likes to give a helping hand. Keep the videos coming
thanks Jared, appreciate it!
@@dirtniron your welcome
Beautiful. Very similar to what I did to my 2001 300 exc . These are gorgeous bikes!!!
Yes they are!
those things never get old for me, love it, cheers from Colorado, V!
Glad you enjoy it! thanks Verdon!
i have the same bike it's still absolutely original and is a original 300 exc 2004 model but i like that build and what you all changed on the bike it looks better and fresher than before and more modern too and these bikes are rockets and very powerful and they kick ass for sure i know mine does still on hill climbs with very little throttle
cool man, thanks for sharing!
I always loved watching your build sir.
thanks man!
Very awesome very fast. A legend
thanks Alex ;)
I started to follow you when I saw the first video of that KTM, before I knew it 😅, you have left it again beautiful 😍, greetings from Spain 🇪🇦
thanks a lot Raul, appreciate you being here for such a long time brother!
Cool build
thanks man!
Amazing job..im getting an 04 sunday..
nice job! i made a 2003 yz250 into a woods bike..now im hooked on single track enduro here in southwest BC, cheers!
cool man, glad you like it. Have fun!
insta like as always!
Appreciate it!! thanks
I loved watching this build would love to do one like it some day amazing build and really well done
Thanks Bryden, You can do it!
@@dirtniron yeah just gotta get some money the stupid thing just took it all lol
It would be a dream to own a bike like that I know it is only in my dreams
What a great idea for a video👍 I was stuck to it start to finish
Glad you enjoyed it! thanks brother!
It's a sweet build and it also shows the value of an older bike. A brand new 300 is 11 thousand dollars! You can pick up an early to mid 00's 300 for 2-4 grand running. With a couple more thousand in upgrades, it's hard justifying a brand new 300 especially when that free's up budget for other motorcycles!!
Love ur vids man keep up the great work
Glad you like them! thanks brother
bike is beautiful. it rips. suspension feels nice thru the vid. i should try the trials tire on the rear.
thanks Patrick! try it for sure, grips really good
Rado you should do a mini dirt bike build and then take it to cahulla track ! That would be amazing
do you mean like a pit bike?
@@dirtniron yup exactly but like the good ones that actually go really fast. They are just super small
And then once your done you can ship it to me to do a video!😜😜just kidding it would be pretty sweet to see you do the pit bike at Cahuilla track though
Beautiful build and refresh video. The problem I have with rebuilding to that level cost as much as a new one. Or at least close. I picked up an '06 250xc with some premium upgrades and I plan to only fix what's needed. However, if you know your going to keep it for a long time, then do whatever make you happy.
Thanks Jon, makes sense 👍
I'm working on a 2003 125 build right now. It's crazy how many things we did the same on our builds.
cool Chad, glad to hear that! where can I see it?
@@dirtniron I don't have any social media except YT and I've not made any dirt bike videos, but when I get closer to finishing I will do a video on it and I'll send you the link.
Love your videos brotha!! Always inspiring and motivated!! Keep up the AWESOME work!!
thanks brother, appreciate it!
Nice . Once again awsome music .
thanks Jimmy, glad you like it!
Was a great way to start.
Cheers
thanks bro!
Great video. That bike looks so good, one of the best builds you’ve done. The 300XC is probably my favorite bike. I have about 40 hours on mine and the more I ride it the more I fall in love with it. It’s the perfect trail bike and its only limit is me haha 😂. Looks like you’ve really stepped up your riding! As always, a blast to watch. 👍✌️
thanks brother, glad you like it! what bikes do you have now, 350 and 300?
@@dirtniron it’s a bit of an addiction 😜. 2020 yz250x, 2019 250rx, 2015 300xc plus the new fe350 and 300xc. I recently got a beta trials bike, that is waaaay harder than it looks. All in all I love all the bikes, they each have their characteristics. Now I just need to find more time to ride!
Do you know where to get those graffics ? I recently picked up an '02 300 XC and it's all blacked out.
Hell ya man nice bike I would love to do a build like that like seeing how the look when there finished
Right on, the process is super rewarding!
Nice bike I like the older bikes myself im ready for fuel injection two strokes yet like my carburetors
carbs are cool ;)
Lets get happy before we get old.❤
I love mine. Nice work 👏
great job
thanks!
Left the Brembo front master? I could never get the air out of mine. Had to go with Nissin
Great video! btw I saw this on insta :D
right on, thanks for watching bro!
Veri nice veri fast 😁
haha, cool
Picked up a 2002 KTM 300EXC in very good condition. It looks like the frame, swingarm are identical but the plastics on the side plates and rear fender are different setup than mine but I definitely prefer the setup on this build. I wonder if they are compatible???
Love the channel
thanks Oli, glad you like it!
Awesome build, what fuel tank and clutch slave did you use?
1st love the vids
1st response! thanks brother ;)
This and the yz250 projects are still my favorite builds of yours
thanks a lot brother, glad you like the builds!
This is a little older video but, I’m looking at a 2004 300exc and wondering if they’re still relevant today for the tight alpine of the PNW. I would miss e-start but not a deal breaker. Would you do it again?
they are fun bikes, pretty capable.. but having 2012 and 2017 specially I got spoiled.. get it if you see a really good deal, but probably better to rebuild a newer models..
Hey, man hopefully you get the time to see my comment. First of, awesome job!
I’m doing the same thing with an 04 300 exc. I’m having lots of trouble finding a seat that actually sits flush to the rear fender just like yours. Did you use the same OEM seat? Or did you use an aftermarket one?
Thanks man! I used stock oem seat, my bike was 250sx tho, wonder if they have different seats
do you have a link for the skid plat/bash guard
please :)
Great build! Ive been wanting to freshen up the looks of my 05 250. What Graphics kit is that, or who did you use for the graphics? Thank you!
decalmx.com they do all my graphics
If you really want to spice up, do like I did my exc 125 2005. Powdercoat things like: Swingarm, rear shock, tripple clamps and all that I also did pegs and bars cuz I didnt want new ones
Where were you able to find a 300 cylinder? I have a 04 250sx and I want to frame it and make it a 300sx and from my understanding the 08+ cylinders are different thanks !
I send it to Eric Gorr, he bored it out for me. Pretty sure Tom Morgan can do the same
I would keep old school bike and rebuild it and not buy new one I have a 2004 ktm 200 rebuilt it very rewarding to build it and see it finished . I like the older ktms better than the new ones I' am 51 old school myself lol 😀👍
right on, thanks a lot for sharing!
Love it
thanks man!
Good work you're workshops
How Macha pariec U.S. Dollar
I'm form Pakistan
thanks man!
Love 💘your vid but I don't have a dirt bike how can I get one
thanks! save some cash and get one used
✌✌✌✌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I wish I had the money to restore my dads 04 300 like that
yea, its not cheap.. I know..
@@dirtniron I had a question though. Where can I buy this 04 300’s frame guards? I’ve looked everywhere but had no luck.
Where did u get the graphics?
decalmx.com
Parada , radost pozerat
I can't afford to rebuild 1 bike, nevermind same bike twice... some day I will though.. 😂
yes you will, keep working hard brother!
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Great job.Take my CR250R for build for free )
haha, you are too far
I'm from Indonesia 🇮🇩 , do you sell used KTM USD? I really want it
UP SIDE DOWN / or forelegs KTM
Now that you've done a few builds, for the next one, go all out and do a CR500 build...... the King of 2 stroke dirtbikes. you'll love it, but get medical insurance before you ride it, and don't start it without using a boot.
that would be great, hope I can find a good deal on one!
YAWWWWWN.....🥱!!!
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I’d really like to buy some of those graphics for my new 2007 300 build. Do you sell graphics?