I traded a 2022 KLR for a 2023 KLX and am so happy with it. I carry a 1 qt can of super tech paraffin based fuel as it doesn’t evaporate or expand in the can on hot days. 1 quart is not a lot but can be a lifesaver. Your kit looks like it adds a lot of protection from wind and water, I think I’ll get it after watching you ride with it on your journey. I’ve ridden a lot on both a motorcycle and scooters in the Philippines last year and a light weight bike is key in maneuvering in slow traffic. Don’t forget to always carry a spare quart of oil and a hand pump and patches along with tire tools that can be used to defend yourself for the occasional mean dog. Remember rabies is rampant around the world. Pepper spray is also a must bring.. I kept my bike looking old and ugly to detract from thieves. And never get ice in any drink as amoeba will likely cause you to end up in the hospital. Any cheap oil works for chain lube but remember to use it often. Adding additional or louder horns is great since many vehicles in those countries are so loud can drown out your stock horn. Also reflective tape is necessary if your light bulbs blow and a lot of vehicles including motorcycles in these countries ride without tail lights due to not being able to replace because food is the number 1 priority and everything else is last. Don’t forget to bring a bottle of aspirin and extra sun glasses along with a light white windbreaker as the sub is brutal , I subscribed and be safe. Also don't forget that people will pass you on your right even in your own lane. And many times I've seen manhole type covers removed and roadwork where there is no warning sign or they fell over. Be exceptionaly careful riding at night.
My wife and I took two XR125’s 30000km through Africa. Don’t get too fixated on prepping the bike, it’s a distraction. Keep the money for the road. Also after a few months on the road you’ll have a better idea if modifications are needed and which ones.
I love it. I have the same bike and wanted this type of set up. Thanks for all you do and be safe. I'll be watching your entire journey. Well done sir!
Looks great !! I recently sold my CB500X with full Rally Raid suspension / tubeless wheels and tires that I enjoyed for four years . Its nice to see your some what similar bike 30 to 40kgs lighter as I am over 60 years old and the lower KLX3300 bike weight is very attractive . Maybe I am lazy but having tubeless wheels / tires to quickly plug and go is a game changer ...truly ! Gerald did a great job making such a kit !
A lot of big bikes on the road, thats for sure. But if I'm going to be by myself I figured a small bike would be better. I tried tubeless, but.. well it's not so practical on an adventure like this.. you'll see in an upcoming episode.
He has made the right choice, going for light weight. 128 kg wet so he is saving 80 kg+ over the usual heavy twins that are all the rage. Forget about the lack of power if keeping to lesser dirt roads. I would strongly recommend Oxford heated grips.
128 kg wet?? The website says around 130+ without after market tank and fairing. Believe me i looooooooove small dual sport 250/300 but for around the world? I would rather just get KLR650
I installed the Koso Apollo heated grips on my G310GS, the baby GS adventure bike. I'd always ridden small dual sport thumpers since 1975 and never had heated grips. I thought the heated grips would be a seldom used luxury but I use them all the time. They're so nice. I can't imagine having a bike without them. I chose the Koso Apollo heated grips because the control is integrated into the left grip so there is no big goofy control box mounted to the handlebars. The Koso Apollo heated grips look like factory grips.
@@UltralightMotorcycleCamping People think heated grips are redundant but they're certainly not. In reality they heat up the blood in the whole body starting with the hands, that's what people don't realise or think about.
Your bike looks awesome. Remember to use thread locker on all the fasteners. Blue LOCTITE is a good choice. You don't want them to rattle loose and fall out.
I was happy to see the kit until the price. That’s half the cost of the bike. I can understand it given it’s unique manufacturing, but will stop most people.
That's a huge cost. Did you know cost before you bought the bike? Knowing that it was going to be over $4,000 CND as an upgrade, would you have made the same choice? The CRF300 Rally is proven and with upgraded suspension, maybe would have been a good choice if EFI was the deciding factor. I am always interested in what your thinking was, knowing there is no right answer.
The timing of your shift to motos is amazing. After many many years riding MTB, I've just begun riding an adventure bike (DRZ400). I've been a viewer of your MTB content since the beginning and I'm stoked to see this next evolution, especially as it parallels my own experience... So weird... If you're looking for a riding partner when you get to Aus, I'd love to tag along for a stint!! Safe travels and I look forward to enjoying this series!!
Awesome looking kit. If I may though use thread locker on all fixings and bolts you don't want anything vibrating loose on a trip and loosing any of those nuts and bolts you just installed.
Not long sold my old 2010 KLX250/300. I put an IMS 11lt tank with a more reasonable rang of over 300-350 Km range, a Seat Concepts upgrade. Being carbureted I spent a lot of time tuning and letting the motor breath with a larger KDX200 Air Box snorkel replacement & along with a locally made SS performance orientated exhaust it made a world of difference in pulling power throughout the Rev range. The biggest improvement I made was having a specialist revalve and respring the front/rear suspension, massive difference to reduce fatigue and improve safety when it was really needed. I see you have the Barkbusters done 👍Good move with the Bars & risers. Impressed with the tank/tower, a few years late for me though. You can put a LED globe in the headlight and tail light, I did, safeguards the battery from going flat too quick if lights left on. Using the KLX300 for the trip is what caught my eye, it's a solid bike to start with & only gets better, will continue to watch. Cheers from Downunder.
After doing a few trips I would suggest that most people don't have a great plan, this one included. " Bits"'as you describe them are additionally known as weight. So tank itself, additional metal items, additional liquid weight and all significant and luggage and associated hardware, again more weight, all suspension needs to be dramatically improved and increased in capacity. Off road fenders are great for off road but creating a catastrophic effect for most of the trip, with rider and bike washed often w mud, sand and water from the road.. need additional protection from water.. same w harness. new fuel tank and design may create different drainage for water as it passed over bike while riding and sitting. Take care.. and wind and elements that can be avoided, do it .any wind that does not hit your head and body is of fantastic, immeasurable benefit..
Great looking kit! It should serve you well. I'm a graphic designer and you could definitely use new decals to finish it off! You may want to add a Seat Concepts wider and softer seat for your trip. Where are you based exactly? BC Canada? I'm in Canada too. Be safe and have fun, we are all watching :)
shockingly good looking kit that 🙂 nice one - get the springs done for the weight because you're already adding lots of weight just with the kit, that is before the luggage etc - easy job, easy to calculate
back in 2006 i had an 01 kawasaki that had a 5.1 gallon tank. I loved THAT. The majority of my friends, family, buddies and so on, never had a tank this big. We would stop 2 times to my 1 a lot of times. It does make them heavy at 8/9 lbs a gallon but who cares when you aint gonna be stopping every 2 seconds.
This is my pet peeve with motorcycles in general and ADV bikes in particular. They need 5+ gallons of fuel capacity. The place to carry fuel is in the tank. The only real con to my G310GS is the 11 liter (2.9 gallon) fuel tank, and because of the fairings, nobody makes a larger after market tank for it.
I hope you used blue lock tight on everything!! Thumpers vibrate everything loose!! Cool kit. Great job! Thanks for sharing! PS. I suggest loosing the butt connectors. Solder and heat shrink all connections.
Good crimp connectors are much better on vehicles than soldering. Solder makes stranded wire into solid wire at the soldered connection. This creates a stress riser where the wire will break because of vibration induced metal fatigue. Double overlapping heat shrink and securing the joint on both sides to prevent it from flexing or vibrating helps but isn't always possible. I use Amp, TE (previously Tyco) or Panduit crimp quick disconnects with a quality crimper. I use a $130 Amp crimper but Taiwan now makes a good crimper for much less money. I use marine heat shrink over the wire and the crimped barrel of the connector. Marine heat shrink has a thick abrasion resistant tubing with heat activated adhesive sealant on the inside to make a water tight seal. A good crimp connection is gas tight and won't corrode.
I also have a 2024 that I've heavily modified with long travel suspension, a 402cc motor and a wide ratio transmission. There are A LOT of changes from the 2009-2023 bikes to the 2024+ bikes. Inside and out. I was really surprised how much stuff I've found to be different.
It looks amazing i am really happy for you i want to do a world travell too! You are really helping with your videos! thanks! With some protections bars for the thank you have it done bro. Congrats!
If you are pondering the secondary throttle valve removal, I can attest that it is worth it. (although a bit tricky to do without stripping it out) If you're worried about reliability you can just bring it with you to put back in if need be.
Not often these days a RUclips recommendation hits the mark. This looks like a fantastic adventure and the bike build is cool . As a fellow Fraser Valley KLX rider , I’m cheering for you!
Usually RUclips hides the content I want to see, even when I'm subscribed for all notifications, but RUclips recommended this awesome video and I'm so glad it did. I've been considering a KLX300 for conversion to an off road oriented ADV bike. I was waiting for a large after market fuel tank. The kit you installed is fantastic! I have subscribed to see your entire adventure. Thanks! Manufacturers should offer ADV versions of their dual sport bikes with a large rear rack and much larger fuel tanks. I love the design of the tank you used, which keeps the center of gravity low and provides fairing for the legs.
You can still run LEDs in the older type headlight. There are both H4 and H7 LED replacements for the oldschool halogen bulbs. I replaced them in my old Gixxer and the headlight is way more effective now.
Your trip looks great. Once in Australia your fuel availability will depend on whether you take the bitumen roads or outback adv routes. You may need additional fuel bladders if considering the latter. The weather will also be an issue i.e. northern australia during the wet season, summer etc will be challenging. Don't forget to factor in the amount of water you need to carry. Best of luck and look forward to following your adventure.
My 2019 G310GS came with halogen headlamp and incandescent for turn signals. I replaced all of the lighting with LED. My riding buddy is still commenting on every ride how much more visible the bike is with the LED headlamp, although I mounted large amber LED auxiliary lights on the crash bars but haven't wired them yet. The G310GS uses a standard H4 automobile headlamp. The connector looked the same as your KLX300.
When you get to New Zealand, hit me up. I'll show you some awesome roads in the Waikato and Coromandel peninsula (where Chris Birch lives) that always get overlooked... before you head down south into the over beaten tracks of international Motocampers.
It looks great..I will be watching all of your tour. I am livin in Adana/Turkey please feel free to ask about my country .. I have T7 and I am adventurer too 😇
@@Una_Moto - That's 50 pounds lighter than my stock G310GS, and probably 75 pounds lighter than my farkled G310GS, and you have another 7 liters of fuel capacity, for which I am *SO* jealous. You also have a much more off road capable bike although mine is probably more comfortable on road.
One suggestion; paint it white. You will be riding in some hot places: white will reduce the heat your bike absorbs and will create less failure amongst the electronics and electrics. Have a fantastic trip 😀👍
Good luck on your travel! Your bike is just amaznig after your upgrades. I wish that here in Brazil we could do the same thing, but the vehicles can't be modified this way.
Hey , come on, you are going to make it and make it a succes!! You have so many positives with you to be confident of making this adventure a success, Like, you have been riding with bicycle so you have that fair judgent of road and things around, You are used to video bloging and its set up, so you have it. Another big thing is you have good experience of Van living and camping and travelling alone to that extent. So you almost everythin already Done except that now you have a different way to do it, the Motorcycle. And you have tested your hands on it and also passed the tests in first attempt to boost your confidence. So i my opinion you have 75% with you before starting the adventure and rest 25% you will learn in the first few days only. So its a really learning and ypour these Act-1 videos are really the GUIDE to the people who get that inspiration. So hoping that you are going to be the next inspiration for many after those who have inspired you.
Maybe a set of better mirrors as well? I hated the circle shape and they were very annoying if they got hit. I would recomend some doubletake mirrors to fit this build. I personally like the shape that expands your vision but they also have circles too.
Interesting that he used the original headlight. But since it is a full kit i would opt to put two quad LED or lens lights, on top of each other. The tank is great for what it is. It would just look more rad with a more free standing, transparent rally tower. Another approach would be the 13.2lt fuel tank that looks like the original tank, plus 5lt in bladders. Good that split tank provides backup in the case one is punctured, because it protrudes too much.
Definitely get a sprocket set to lengthen the gear ratios. (Make bike handle highway speeds more comfortably). Also a seat upgrade for a world trip!! Good luck
Thank you for your sharings, hope everything goes well and you will did your tour perfectly, ı just want to ask the navigation system that you use, the brand and the model, thanks alot,have nice journey
Awsome bulid brother, however, I think that you should add some auxiliary lighting to the bike, because I am pretty sure that stock headlight won't help a lot
@@Una_Moto - I added large LED amber auxiliary lights to help with daytime conspicuity, but I do appreciate you wanting to keep the weight and complexity as low as possible for your RTW adventure.
As someone who's done a 37,000 mile motorcycle trip. My advice? Carry an spare clutch cable, chain breaker and know where you can get chains along the way. and even buying and carrying a set of clutch plates doesn't take up much room [less room and weight than carrying a spare chain] Mine fit under the seat, with a little foam padding in a plastic baggie, I did end up using them soon after the trip. motorcycle clutch plates are easy to replace on the road as long as you have them.
That bike probably won't leave you stranded, but a DR650 or XR650 would be much better, and they probably get the same mileage as the KLX you have, or close to it. You will remember this comment when you need power and don't have it. Just saying, I have been around the block, and I know a few things. At least put a smaller front sprocket so it isn't so gutless. Remember your first video when it would not start right away? LOL Good luck on your trip man. May God be with you.
It should be easy to swap the halogen head light for an H4 automotive LED headlight. I did that to my 2019 G310GS with what looks like an identical connector and it was a HUGE improvement.
Bro....few things!!!!! - How good is the tank is with heat from the engine? - How well it can take a fall?Material? - Is it preventing air into the engine? -Please take extra fuel pump with you since it's custom. - How well is the gas distribution in it? I have few more questions. Idk. ?
I installed reflective sheets on the tank, it's been fine in the heat. Not sure the material, but the tank has never been hit, because if you drop the bike,the skid plate hits first, and the bars next. You'd have to get unlucky and hit a rock. The plastics mimics the stock plastics to guide air into the rads. Gas weight? distribution is fine. Nice and low. If thats what you mean. As the tank drains, both sides go down equally, maybe thats what you mean.
hey eric, i’m a bcpov viewer, and made the jump to your new channel. i’ve had a small adventure bike for years and have never done anything further than denver to moab. … perhaps i should change that!
Looks like a great trip, your accessories look the goods! I'll be interested in how the bike handles the weight after you load up with luggage. By the time you get to Australia there should be a more than a few people to get help/bed/support from. Have a great adventure - Angry Pete
Heres a link to the kit installed! adventureklx250.com/page23.html
(not sponsored 😝)
Met the owner a long time ago - such a guy with passion - Big respect to him. Enjoy your adventures!
I traded a 2022 KLR for a 2023 KLX and am so happy with it. I carry a 1 qt can of super tech paraffin based fuel as it doesn’t evaporate or expand in the can on hot days. 1 quart is not a lot but can be a lifesaver. Your kit looks like it adds a lot of protection from wind and water, I think I’ll get it after watching you ride with it on your journey. I’ve ridden a lot on both a motorcycle and scooters in the Philippines last year and a light weight bike is key in maneuvering in slow traffic. Don’t forget to always carry a spare quart of oil and a hand pump and patches along with tire tools that can be used to defend yourself for the occasional mean dog. Remember rabies is rampant around the world. Pepper spray is also a must bring.. I kept my bike looking old and ugly to detract from thieves. And never get ice in any drink as amoeba will likely cause you to end up in the hospital. Any cheap oil works for chain lube but remember to use it often. Adding additional or louder horns is great since many vehicles in those countries are so loud can drown out your stock horn. Also reflective tape is necessary if your light bulbs blow and a lot of vehicles including motorcycles in these countries ride without tail lights due to not being able to replace because food is the number 1 priority and everything else is last. Don’t forget to bring a bottle of aspirin and extra sun glasses along with a light white windbreaker as the sub is brutal , I subscribed and be safe. Also don't forget that people will pass you on your right even in your own lane. And many times I've seen manhole type covers removed and roadwork where there is no warning sign or they fell over. Be exceptionaly careful riding at night.
And most importantly.. install a external fuel filter❤
My wife and I took two XR125’s 30000km through Africa. Don’t get too fixated on prepping the bike, it’s a distraction. Keep the money for the road. Also after a few months on the road you’ll have a better idea if modifications are needed and which ones.
I had an xr125. bulletproof bike. mustve laid it down about 10 times and it finally died after someone stole it and burned it to a crisp
I love it. I have the same bike and wanted this type of set up. Thanks for all you do and be safe. I'll be watching your entire journey. Well done sir!
Glad to have you onboard David!
The guy created a fantastic clean kit to extend the fuel capacity. I'm hoping you got a decent deal on it being the gunnie pig and long term tester.
Looks great !! I recently sold my CB500X with full Rally Raid suspension / tubeless wheels and tires that I enjoyed for four years . Its nice to see your some what similar bike 30 to 40kgs lighter as I am over 60 years old and the lower KLX3300 bike weight is very attractive . Maybe I am lazy but having tubeless wheels / tires to quickly plug and go is a game changer ...truly ! Gerald did a great job making such a kit !
A lot of big bikes on the road, thats for sure. But if I'm going to be by myself I figured a small bike would be better. I tried tubeless, but.. well it's not so practical on an adventure like this.. you'll see in an upcoming episode.
He has made the right choice, going for light weight. 128 kg wet so he is saving 80 kg+ over the usual heavy twins that are all the rage. Forget about the lack of power if keeping to lesser dirt roads. I would strongly recommend Oxford heated grips.
Hi, won´t disappoint you . The bike with Kit installed is 140kg without fuel - the lightest in this class, +18L fuel= ~154kg.
128 kg wet?? The website says around 130+ without after market tank and fairing. Believe me i looooooooove small dual sport 250/300 but for around the world? I would rather just get KLR650
I installed the Koso Apollo heated grips on my G310GS, the baby GS adventure bike. I'd always ridden small dual sport thumpers since 1975 and never had heated grips. I thought the heated grips would be a seldom used luxury but I use them all the time. They're so nice. I can't imagine having a bike without them. I chose the Koso Apollo heated grips because the control is integrated into the left grip so there is no big goofy control box mounted to the handlebars. The Koso Apollo heated grips look like factory grips.
@@UltralightMotorcycleCamping
People think heated grips are redundant but they're certainly not.
In reality they heat up the blood in the whole body starting with the hands, that's what people don't realise or think about.
The KLX won't let you down. I traveled 35k on a klx150 from Malaysia to the Netherlands! Good luck on the journey, you have a new sub.
Gonna be a great trip!!! Swap out the stickers on your helmet and visor for your channel stickers. Perfect brand location. Best of luck
Your bike looks awesome. Remember to use thread locker on all the fasteners. Blue LOCTITE is a good choice. You don't want them to rattle loose and fall out.
I get the feeling this kit manufacturer will sell a lot of these rally kits. They look great!
I was happy to see the kit until the price. That’s half the cost of the bike. I can understand it given it’s unique manufacturing, but will stop most people.
It’s a very very nice kit. I was honestly surprised at the quality
@@cac2244That is a little pricey. Agreed.
@@rvaillant that relative to the bike cost does put it into perspective.
That's a huge cost. Did you know cost before you bought the bike? Knowing that it was going to be over $4,000 CND as an upgrade, would you have made the same choice? The CRF300 Rally is proven and with upgraded suspension, maybe would have been a good choice if EFI was the deciding factor. I am always interested in what your thinking was, knowing there is no right answer.
the kit really looks amazing! bike looks instantly so unique ❤
i' ve got 10k miles on my 2023 KLX300. tried and true platform. subscribed for the adventure, brother. GODSPEED
The bike looks amazing.
Looks awesome mate 👍🏼
The timing of your shift to motos is amazing. After many many years riding MTB, I've just begun riding an adventure bike (DRZ400). I've been a viewer of your MTB content since the beginning and I'm stoked to see this next evolution, especially as it parallels my own experience... So weird... If you're looking for a riding partner when you get to Aus, I'd love to tag along for a stint!! Safe travels and I look forward to enjoying this series!!
Yea that kit looks great. And almost doubles the gas . 👍
Awesome looking kit. If I may though use thread locker on all fixings and bolts you don't want anything vibrating loose on a trip and loosing any of those nuts and bolts you just installed.
Yep, thinking that bike is going to take a thrashing and will need every bit of help in holding together
Better than most fuel tanks provided in the aftermarket. Looks awesome! You could get some printed grafics for the tank
Good Job. Love your bike. Have a nice trip..😊
Not long sold my old 2010 KLX250/300. I put an IMS 11lt tank with a more reasonable rang of over 300-350 Km range, a Seat Concepts upgrade. Being carbureted I spent a lot of time tuning and letting the motor breath with a larger KDX200 Air Box snorkel replacement & along with a locally made SS performance orientated exhaust it made a world of difference in pulling power throughout the Rev range.
The biggest improvement I made was having a specialist revalve and respring the front/rear suspension, massive difference to reduce fatigue and improve safety when it was really needed.
I see you have the Barkbusters done 👍Good move with the Bars & risers. Impressed with the tank/tower, a few years late for me though. You can put a LED globe in the headlight and tail light, I did, safeguards the battery from going flat too quick if lights left on.
Using the KLX300 for the trip is what caught my eye, it's a solid bike to start with & only gets better, will continue to watch.
Cheers from Downunder.
Better than most fuel tanks provided in the aftermarket. Looks awesome
It's gorgeous. I absolutely LOVE that kit.
Me too 🙂 super fortunate to have found it!
Well done you! Would love to have a complete list of your mods and accessories added. Bon voyage!
Now that's an ADV kit for a dual sport!
Jealousy for your pending trip. Love the bashplate, fuel and fairing kit you found. Makes me want to modify a new scoot.
After doing a few trips I would suggest that most people don't have a great plan, this one included. " Bits"'as you describe them are additionally known as weight. So tank itself, additional metal items, additional liquid weight and all significant and luggage and associated hardware, again more weight, all suspension needs to be dramatically improved and increased in capacity. Off road fenders are great for off road but creating a catastrophic effect for most of the trip, with rider and bike washed often w mud, sand and water from the road.. need additional protection from water.. same w harness. new fuel tank and design may create different drainage for water as it passed over bike while riding and sitting. Take care.. and wind and elements that can be avoided, do it .any wind that does not hit your head and body is of fantastic, immeasurable benefit..
Great looking kit! It should serve you well. I'm a graphic designer and you could definitely use new decals to finish it off! You may want to add a Seat Concepts wider and softer seat for your trip. Where are you based exactly? BC Canada? I'm in Canada too. Be safe and have fun, we are all watching :)
Wow, that's completely transformed the bike! NICE!!!!
So nice looking bike 😎
Yeah, that rally style split tank looks great! I wish more bikes had options like that. All the best with your travels dude
Thanks, i love the way the tank looks!
shockingly good looking kit that 🙂 nice one - get the springs done for the weight because you're already adding lots of weight just with the kit, that is before the luggage etc - easy job, easy to calculate
Ya, i still need to do that. I’ve wound on a ton of preload on the rear which has been working…
This is going to be such a good adventure, stoked I found this channel! Good luck and stay safe!
Stoked you found it too! thanks for watching :)
Thats an awesome upgrade, may be good to recheck the fasteners to make sure they remain firm or apply locktight.
Ot does look amazing!!
Very nice build...! Indeed.!
~Regards~
Cool little rally kit, looks good.
I love it!
Amazing job! I just substribed in your channel. Good vibes from Brazil, have a nice trip.
Awesome tank set up
Great looking kit. 👍👍
back in 2006 i had an 01 kawasaki that had a 5.1 gallon tank. I loved THAT. The majority of my friends, family, buddies and so on, never had a tank this big. We would stop 2 times to my 1 a lot of times. It does make them heavy at 8/9 lbs a gallon but who cares when you aint gonna be stopping every 2 seconds.
This is my pet peeve with motorcycles in general and ADV bikes in particular. They need 5+ gallons of fuel capacity. The place to carry fuel is in the tank. The only real con to my G310GS is the 11 liter (2.9 gallon) fuel tank, and because of the fairings, nobody makes a larger after market tank for it.
I hope you used blue lock tight on everything!! Thumpers vibrate everything loose!!
Cool kit. Great job! Thanks for sharing!
PS. I suggest loosing the butt connectors. Solder and heat shrink all connections.
Good crimp connectors are much better on vehicles than soldering. Solder makes stranded wire into solid wire at the soldered connection. This creates a stress riser where the wire will break because of vibration induced metal fatigue. Double overlapping heat shrink and securing the joint on both sides to prevent it from flexing or vibrating helps but isn't always possible. I use Amp, TE (previously Tyco) or Panduit crimp quick disconnects with a quality crimper. I use a $130 Amp crimper but Taiwan now makes a good crimper for much less money. I use marine heat shrink over the wire and the crimped barrel of the connector. Marine heat shrink has a thick abrasion resistant tubing with heat activated adhesive sealant on the inside to make a water tight seal. A good crimp connection is gas tight and won't corrode.
I also have a 2024 that I've heavily modified with long travel suspension, a 402cc motor and a wide ratio transmission. There are A LOT of changes from the 2009-2023 bikes to the 2024+ bikes. Inside and out. I was really surprised how much stuff I've found to be different.
I had a KLX250 and am planning on getting another one. Really like them.
It looks amazing i am really happy for you i want to do a world travell too! You are really helping with your videos! thanks!
With some protections bars for the thank you have it done bro. Congrats!
If you are pondering the secondary throttle valve removal, I can attest that it is worth it. (although a bit tricky to do without stripping it out)
If you're worried about reliability you can just bring it with you to put back in if need be.
What a great build man!!! Very exciting project!! You have earned a new subscriber!
Not often these days a RUclips recommendation hits the mark. This looks like a fantastic adventure and the bike build is cool . As a fellow Fraser Valley KLX rider , I’m cheering for you!
Nice!
Usually RUclips hides the content I want to see, even when I'm subscribed for all notifications, but RUclips recommended this awesome video and I'm so glad it did. I've been considering a KLX300 for conversion to an off road oriented ADV bike. I was waiting for a large after market fuel tank. The kit you installed is fantastic! I have subscribed to see your entire adventure. Thanks! Manufacturers should offer ADV versions of their dual sport bikes with a large rear rack and much larger fuel tanks. I love the design of the tank you used, which keeps the center of gravity low and provides fairing for the legs.
You can still run LEDs in the older type headlight.
There are both H4 and H7 LED replacements for the oldschool halogen bulbs.
I replaced them in my old Gixxer and the headlight is way more effective now.
Your trip looks great. Once in Australia your fuel availability will depend on whether you take the bitumen roads or outback adv routes. You may need additional fuel bladders if considering the latter. The weather will also be an issue i.e. northern australia during the wet season, summer etc will be challenging. Don't forget to factor in the amount of water you need to carry. Best of luck and look forward to following your adventure.
Wow that kit looks amazing! ✅❤️😊
Personally i would have used loctite on every single bolt from that kit.
Awesome bike after mods tho.
My 2019 G310GS came with halogen headlamp and incandescent for turn signals. I replaced all of the lighting with LED. My riding buddy is still commenting on every ride how much more visible the bike is with the LED headlamp, although I mounted large amber LED auxiliary lights on the crash bars but haven't wired them yet. The G310GS uses a standard H4 automobile headlamp. The connector looked the same as your KLX300.
KLX owner here in NZ, good luck! Plenty to ride when you get here!
Excited to return to nz! It’s been many years!
I LOVE this kind of travel.. , nice preparation.. excited..
Very cool!
You are making me want to buy a KLX and do the mods!
Thanks for another great video.
TC
That looks really good. The foot pegs look tiny.
When you get to New Zealand, hit me up. I'll show you some awesome roads in the Waikato and Coromandel peninsula (where Chris Birch lives) that always get overlooked... before you head down south into the over beaten tracks of international Motocampers.
Nice build. Looking forward to following your adventure.
Welcome aboard!
Just subscribed
Looking forward to following your travels.
Best of luck and stay safe 👍😊
It looks great..I will be watching all of your tour. I am livin in Adana/Turkey please feel free to ask about my country .. I have T7 and I am adventurer too 😇
This ADV bike looks awesome. What it weight? Looks very light. BTW already subscribed. ride safe!!!
Thanks for the Sub! The stock weight of the bike is about 300lbs. I believe the kit adds about 25lbs, so 325 which I'm quite happy with!
@@Una_Moto - That's 50 pounds lighter than my stock G310GS, and probably 75 pounds lighter than my farkled G310GS, and you have another 7 liters of fuel capacity, for which I am *SO* jealous. You also have a much more off road capable bike although mine is probably more comfortable on road.
One suggestion; paint it white. You will be riding in some hot places: white will reduce the heat your bike absorbs and will create less failure amongst the electronics and electrics. Have a fantastic trip 😀👍
Good luck on your travel! Your bike is just amaznig after your upgrades. I wish that here in Brazil we could do the same thing, but the vehicles can't be modified this way.
Hey , come on, you are going to make it and make it a succes!! You have so many positives with you to be confident of making this adventure a success, Like, you have been riding with bicycle so you have that fair judgent of road and things around, You are used to video bloging and its set up, so you have it. Another big thing is you have good experience of Van living and camping and travelling alone to that extent. So you almost everythin already Done except that now you have a different way to do it, the Motorcycle. And you have tested your hands on it and also passed the tests in first attempt to boost your confidence. So i my opinion you have 75% with you before starting the adventure and rest 25% you will learn in the first few days only.
So its a really learning and ypour these Act-1 videos are really the GUIDE to the people who get that inspiration.
So hoping that you are going to be the next inspiration for many after those who have inspired you.
Maybe a set of better mirrors as well? I hated the circle shape and they were very annoying if they got hit. I would recomend some doubletake mirrors to fit this build. I personally like the shape that expands your vision but they also have circles too.
Damn! That rally kit is sweet!
Man, that kit looks great!
Sweet kit. Get high bar risers. You will be doing a lot of standing 😝
Interesting that he used the original headlight. But since it is a full kit i would opt to put two quad LED or lens lights, on top of each other. The tank is great for what it is. It would just look more rad with a more free standing, transparent rally tower. Another approach would be the 13.2lt fuel tank that looks like the original tank, plus 5lt in bladders. Good that split tank provides backup in the case one is punctured, because it protrudes too much.
Amazing looking kit and 300mile range is awesome. Does the right side tank need to be removed to do an oil filter change?
hi, no not needed.. 😉
My klx had me going about 50 mph through some higher passes around montana, lots of down/upshiftng. But still enjoyed the adventure
Looks great,think the turn signals will be the first to break off
Definitely get a sprocket set to lengthen the gear ratios. (Make bike handle highway speeds more comfortably).
Also a seat upgrade for a world trip!!
Good luck
I would consider putting the GPS controls on the other side of the left control cluster. Sandwich it between the controls and the mirror clamp.
Got used to it this way already :)
Very excited for this journey!! Just subscribed and am rooting you on. I have a KLX 250 that I use as a light ADV. Nice hoodie by the way!
Looks cool !, like a KLR, with a twist
Thank you for your sharings, hope everything goes well and you will did your tour perfectly, ı just want to ask the navigation system that you use, the brand and the model, thanks alot,have nice journey
Fuel mounted low down in the lower "lobes"( Like a KTM 790/890s )- is there a fuel Pump there ?? Fuel Injected bike?
hi OE pump is on the low left tank - FI- bike!!
Awsome bulid brother, however, I think that you should add some auxiliary lighting to the bike, because I am pretty sure that stock headlight won't help a lot
I didn’t mention it in the video, but a put an led bulb in which helps a lot. But the goal is to ride as little as possible at night…
@@Una_Moto - I added large LED amber auxiliary lights to help with daytime conspicuity, but I do appreciate you wanting to keep the weight and complexity as low as possible for your RTW adventure.
As someone who's done a 37,000 mile motorcycle trip. My advice? Carry an spare clutch cable, chain breaker and know where you can get chains along the way. and even buying and carrying a set of clutch plates doesn't take up much room [less room and weight than carrying a spare chain] Mine fit under the seat, with a little foam padding in a plastic baggie, I did end up using them soon after the trip. motorcycle clutch plates are easy to replace on the road as long as you have them.
Super excited to welcome you here in India mater👏🤍 Safe ride
The build looks sick af , just completed the video
Thanks! Quick question! Did you see the title of this video in Hindi?
@@Una_Moto Yes since this morning haha wondering why it happened !!
@@ashutoshrohilla translating the videos in to many languages :)
bike looks fantastic!
I think it looks great too, ha!
Dude, that looks awesome!!
That bike probably won't leave you stranded, but a DR650 or XR650 would be much better, and they probably get the same mileage as the KLX you have, or close to it. You will remember this comment when you need power and don't have it. Just saying, I have been around the block, and I know a few things. At least put a smaller front sprocket so it isn't so gutless. Remember your first video when it would not start right away? LOL
Good luck on your trip man. May God be with you.
Bypass kickstand kill switch looking good 👍🏽
That is one cool looking bike💪💪💪
Nice setup, just a shame you couldn’t keep the leds headlights ! Not sure if this one gives good sight
It should be easy to swap the halogen head light for an H4 automotive LED headlight. I did that to my 2019 G310GS with what looks like an identical connector and it was a HUGE improvement.
Bro....few things!!!!!
- How good is the tank is with heat from the engine?
- How well it can take a fall?Material?
- Is it preventing air into the engine?
-Please take extra fuel pump with you since it's custom.
- How well is the gas distribution in it?
I have few more questions. Idk. ?
I installed reflective sheets on the tank, it's been fine in the heat.
Not sure the material, but the tank has never been hit, because if you drop the bike,the skid plate hits first, and the bars next. You'd have to get unlucky and hit a rock.
The plastics mimics the stock plastics to guide air into the rads.
Gas weight? distribution is fine. Nice and low. If thats what you mean. As the tank drains, both sides go down equally, maybe thats what you mean.
So looking forward to this series! I have a 24 kix in battle grey. Subbed.😊
Like the transformation.
hey eric, i’m a bcpov viewer, and made the jump to your new channel. i’ve had a small adventure bike for years and have never done anything further than denver to moab. … perhaps i should change that!
Interested to see what tables and software you chose and why. I'm just starting through the video series so may come across it in a future episode.
It’s a carpe iter and i use osmand when off grid
i have subscribed...i am a motorcyclist too...i am in indinesia , i will be waiting for you here
Put a tapered handlebar on. This thing will bend in the wind. Oh, I just saw you did 😄
Get a seat concepts seat for it you won't regret it.
It took a month for it to arrive and I don’t regret it 😃
Looks like a great trip, your accessories look the goods! I'll be interested in how the bike handles the weight after you load up with luggage. By the time you get to Australia there should be a more than a few people to get help/bed/support from. Have a great adventure - Angry Pete
Thank you! I didn't realize it right away. The link opened via VPN.
Well, how much will this miracle of engineering cost?
This looks awesome.... subbed!