KTM / Husqvarna 350 UPDATE.. Should have bought the 500?

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
  • After a couple months of owning the FE 350 and KTM 350 XCFW, I have really gotten a chance to dissect the pros and cons and while there are some things I am not happy with, overall it is a damn good bike. But with my heart still set on a 300 two-stroke, do I regret sacrificing off-road performance, for on road? For now yes, but in the future I think this bike is still the best option for me, even over the 500 model which I talk about in this video.
    What Jarvis do?
    #KTM #Husqvarna #Enduro

КОМЕНТАРІ • 231

  • @shbp21
    @shbp21 2 роки тому +20

    300L with 2k worth of suspension upgrade is looking like the best bet for those of us that really want to "adventure daily". Thank you for being honest and helping me with my next bike purchase!

    • @marcochavanne
      @marcochavanne 2 роки тому +3

      This is the way.

    • @mxbadboy263
      @mxbadboy263 2 роки тому +1

      Had one and I agree.

    • @nickg2431
      @nickg2431 2 роки тому +1

      My 300l is an excellent smooth trustworthy trail bike and runs off idle better than my old husky 450.Ive just bought the rear shock and soon the fork cartridges,Having some good experience of both,there is a marked difference in off road performance in power,handling and the bikes ability to stay "online" I like both and will shortly get a 250 ktm 2 stroke for tighter stuff

    • @ogoshikimura5621
      @ogoshikimura5621 Рік тому +2

      Isn’t that quite a heavy solution?

    • @WillPower46
      @WillPower46 Рік тому +5

      I have a CRF300l with every upgrade you can imagine and yes this is the best way but if money is not a factor KTM 500 exc-f.

  • @timharris258
    @timharris258 2 роки тому +18

    You are correct, I own a fe501 and it is the smoothest bike ever.
    Sure it will rip if you want it to, but most of the time you just stick it in third and let it work, shift up before it gets gnarly and enjoy life.
    A lot of people think that they are monsters that will get out of your hands as soon as they can but it's not true at all!

    • @polarcoda
      @polarcoda Рік тому +1

      I haven’t rode in a few years. I left off at a 250cc Honda and I really want the husky 350s or 501s. Someone is selling a brand new 2020 501s for $9,000 in my area and it’s a crazy deal but I’m nervous about the power since I never rode anything higher than a 250

    • @raptorjesus5488
      @raptorjesus5488 7 місяців тому

      I have ridden two bikes in my life a rt100 at 12 and 10 years later a 530exc with a rekluse and the 530 is so easy to ride even on tricky singletrack

  • @robertfranklin4730
    @robertfranklin4730 2 роки тому +24

    I'm just an old guy that enjoys watching your channel, in fact I look forward to your new videos. I could be wrong but my opinion is you to have more fun and were happy on your CRF-250L anyway love your channel and keep those videos coming. Ride safe

    • @trdadam2325
      @trdadam2325 2 роки тому +1

      agreed 👍

    • @DezertBeagle
      @DezertBeagle 2 роки тому +4

      Have to agree. I'm waiting about 3 more years and he'll be back on the 2fiddy and this thing will have gone fill circle.
      Back on the 250L, gas prices are back down, economy is booming again... A man can dream!

    • @PeterVred
      @PeterVred 2 роки тому +1

      Another old man, who is surprised that your video views have dropped with the new things you’ve tried. I’ve enjoyed your stretching out. But I do enjoy you just sitting and talking bikes.

    • @tieoneon1614
      @tieoneon1614 2 роки тому +2

      Im almost an old guy, and agree with you. Iv had so many high performance bikes, but dont think i was ever happier just bumming around on my camo KLX250. I was a bit green offroad on that thing, but the skill i have now I still think about going back to one.

    • @jeff7712
      @jeff7712 Рік тому +1

      @@tieoneon1614 same! I miss my camo klx 250, I was green also when I had it now I’m on 300xcw and this fe350. I had a lot of fun on that super low maintenance 250. I’m concerned about the tight service intervals on the fe350 and concerned winding it out on the roads, it’s really a plated dirtbike. I think I’ll do a lot better now that I’m a better rider in the woods on the klx. Thinking about getting a klx 250 or 300 or crf and upgrading suspension.

  • @DakotaHDrums
    @DakotaHDrums 2 роки тому +5

    Tanner I found your channel from the 300L but I’ve come to watch every single video now no matter what it is. Your true fam is sticking with you no matter what. Those 2 to 3k views are the most important views.

  • @Tarsarian
    @Tarsarian 2 роки тому +2

    After driving myself crazy on which bike to get. I purchased a WR250R and yes it could use some upgrades, but it runs great and I'll not selling anytime soon. I'm glad these channels show the daily life of driving them and saved me a ton of money.

  • @joelrhodes3722
    @joelrhodes3722 2 роки тому +6

    Yes. Trail 125 content will be great. The mini moto bikes are very popular right now with a wide range of riders. So ct125 content is great 👍

  • @circus3422
    @circus3422 Рік тому +4

    I didn't love my 350 until I put the Get ECU on it and uncorked it. That with the traction control map the thing is money now. It helped tremendously with low RPM flame outs. Hardly does that anymore and you don't have to work the clutch as much. Uncorked 350 has the same power as stock 500 for the people that think the 350 is underpowered.

    • @jeffswanson5097
      @jeffswanson5097 3 місяці тому

      I have been thinking about getting the 350. I mostly ride a 300 xcw, never dyno'd but I'm sure it's above the 51 HP spec, because of FMF and jet mods and race gas. Out of curiosity, how much power are you getting? 50+ is mostly needed for the steep climbs. Thx.

  • @karicallegra8194
    @karicallegra8194 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks to you and your channel I went out and got the 2023 KTM 500 EXC-F.... I LOVE IT. Really is great on and off road, def recommend it!! If you ever make it to Southern Maryland you can ride it (or my Kawi H2 if you want some speed lol) Love the channel, and we appreciate the effort and the time you put into the videos!!

    • @LynyrdNestor
      @LynyrdNestor 3 місяці тому

      My son bought us 2024 ktm500excf we live and ride in West Virginia. We absolutely love them.

  • @user-id8ng9eq9h
    @user-id8ng9eq9h 11 місяців тому +17

    I had a 500. Couldn't sell it fast enough. For single track, it ran to hot and took to much effort. Went 350 and couldn't be happier. I also have a 690 for more "dual sport". Way better on the road than the 350/500 platform and still plenty capable off road. In the end, every bike can feel like a compromise based on how you're riding it.....which is why we all need AT LEAST three bikes :)

    • @Cycle9568
      @Cycle9568 Місяць тому

      I have a 350 and a 690 also. One of the best two bike combos you can have in your garage.

  • @JohnSmith-rp8uh
    @JohnSmith-rp8uh 2 роки тому +4

    I enjoyed the TN scooter content a lot! My wife is a non rider that has been eyeing the 125cc Honda Trail. She's also about Alexa's size so very interested in that content.

    • @dg1019
      @dg1019 Рік тому

      You may want to wait, there may be new offering coming in the same category of that bike.

  • @endurox1481
    @endurox1481 2 роки тому +1

    We love the videos!!! My son and I switched to 2-strokes because of your opinions. We haven't looked back. 4T's have their place and KTM makes a heck of a bike.

  • @markkus1134
    @markkus1134 2 роки тому +3

    I have a WR 250 which I love except the rear shock which I’m getting fixed. But I love the bike for trails and around town

  • @Big_Yum
    @Big_Yum 2 роки тому +5

    i got a ktm 500, had to change the gearing, stock gearing had me workin the clutch way too much, but a stock front and a 52 rear seems to be a sweet spot imho

    • @miro_s
      @miro_s 2 роки тому +1

      52 rear is the stock, isn’t it.

    • @Big_Yum
      @Big_Yum 2 роки тому +1

      @@miro_s I think stock is a 45 tooth

  • @erikwoodward3788
    @erikwoodward3788 2 роки тому

    I enjoy the adventure rides, that's why I watch. But you are right about UA-cam. I did a search for a Honda, I don't remember which one, and it pulled up your video of just sitting and talking about the bike. I'm glad I checked out your channel.

  • @just_in_time5518
    @just_in_time5518 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the feed back Tanner!

  • @donaldlemens9254
    @donaldlemens9254 2 роки тому

    Been following for awhile and now subscribed. Love that your like me or used to be in that I went through a bunch of bikes trying to find the perfect one , never did but had fun trying, now I'm not able to keep the frantic search up mainly due to funds of older age, but I'm still looking for the unicorn and depend on reviews like your and love that after a few weeks you'll say well maybe not so great after a purchase when at first you loved it!!!
    I'm still riding my 09 KLR 650 that I settled on for a street legal, comfortable gravel road capable bike but have grown board with after so long, it's still a great back roads bike, but I'm yearning for lighter more off road still comfortable much lighter bike, though the 300l was it but to many complain about the soft suspension and I don't want to buy a new bike to rebuild, no sir I've done that with every bike I've owned.
    Look forward to your next!

  • @outfitr9703
    @outfitr9703 2 роки тому +1

    I've got an '18 300xcw all decked out and love it. It's not too good on higher speed roads, wish I could flip a switch and bingo a 500 for roads.

  • @azdskin8862
    @azdskin8862 Рік тому

    Picked up a 2023 CT125 and I am looking at the 2024 Husqvarna FE350W. I will be looking out for more videos from you.

  • @Zen-525
    @Zen-525 2 роки тому

    I have the ktm 525 exc. It does everything. Carb. Not tuned down like the new ones. Perfect.

  • @geewhiz289
    @geewhiz289 2 роки тому

    I have a 17 300XC and a 21 500XCF-W. Best of both worlds. For dual sporting the 500 is perfect, even is really happy at lower rpm does not stall like the 350. For gnarly you can’t beat the 300. I also balanced wheels on both bikes

  • @pets4489
    @pets4489 2 роки тому +1

    Beta 430rrs will be my next 4stroke enduro after my current 6k mile 450L. I just want to own them both.

  • @staygold902
    @staygold902 2 роки тому +1

    If I had the choice I will always pick the 2 stroke. When the motor let's go on those 4 strokes it's goodbye account balance

  • @OldDirtGuy
    @OldDirtGuy 2 роки тому

    I had a KTM 525 years ago. A friend has a 450 from the same year. Though the bikes were almost exactly the same bike. The 450 was the nicer of the two off road. On road I don't think the 525 (really a 507) would have had anything to sacrifice the improved off road performance of the 450. So keep that in mind. A little bit of displacement change in the exact same motorcycle, engine cases and all, can had a remarkably deleterious effect on the overall feel of the bike. I can imagine going from a 350, which I have not ridden, to a 500 would be a major step backward in off road performance. Particularly on technical single track.
    Any DS rig that I have ever had was always a tire compromise. I don't have a DS rig anymore because of that. I either ride off road or I ride my supermoto or street bike on road.

  • @JamesPiccone
    @JamesPiccone Місяць тому

    The dude I ride with has a KTM 500 & if I didn't have my 300L that would be the bike I would have. Kind of tall & super quick service intervals. Smothered from the factory for EPA and it's expensive for ECU. And that's like $12,000 just for the bike.

  • @WINGNUT
    @WINGNUT 2 роки тому +1

    don't quote me on this but I dont think the 500s are like some major powerhouse maybe a bit more than the 350 but might even have less HP than the 450 and 300 2t I THINK they are a bit lower compression bikes.
    it's all trade-offs though no matter what way you go. I think the 500 would definitely feel a bit heavier (still not honda heavy) and I'd guess a bit more prone to flame-out.
    be nice to try one & see

  • @bogusfranz1503
    @bogusfranz1503 2 роки тому +1

    Unicorns don't exist - although the 350/450/500 EXCF with a tuner is close. Tires is always an issue - good offroad tires aren't for the road. At some point most people end up with two or more bikes rather than chasing the unicorn.

  • @jeffferguson899
    @jeffferguson899 2 роки тому

    a friend of mine had the exact bike fe350. sold it and bought the 2 stroke 250 . he couldnt be happier with the 250 2 stroke. just so mkuch lighter and easier on tough obsticles

  • @billcotton1551
    @billcotton1551 2 роки тому

    I would love to see videos about the 125. That little bike is very cool.

  • @elizabethwonders
    @elizabethwonders Рік тому +1

    Awesome bikes! ❤️😊

  • @WestNebraskaAdventureChannel
    @WestNebraskaAdventureChannel 2 роки тому

    Looking forward to the Trail 125 build!

  • @milkbear39
    @milkbear39 2 роки тому

    enjoy all your videos! I would personally like more honda trail 125 content!

  • @distilledfreedom1840
    @distilledfreedom1840 Рік тому

    I'm debating the KTM 350 VS the FE 501. Will be doing longer trips mostly dual sport. Not so much single track. A bit afraid of the power.

  • @rick262
    @rick262 2 роки тому

    man, eff YT, this video needs some riding footage to complement the talking. Stick with your passion and the viewers and subscribers will come in time. Look at buttery with nearly 400k subscribers. I want to see that 350 in action! and the KTM too!

  • @Robert_Paulson1360
    @Robert_Paulson1360 2 роки тому

    I can't believe Lex is on a 350 ktm. She ought to be on a 125 or 250 at most. It's damn near impossible to progress on too much bike. Need to start small and out-perform the hardware before going bigger.

  • @dereckrodriguez9688
    @dereckrodriguez9688 11 місяців тому

    Why not a fe450?? Instead of a 501

  • @bradypayne7623
    @bradypayne7623 2 роки тому

    Honda XR650L I got one ordered suppose to be here July 18

  • @moccaluis
    @moccaluis 2 роки тому

    yes more Trial ct 125 Ps: have a look at the bike. AJP cheap and cheerful but awesome product with a Husqvarna engine 👍🏻 AJP PR7

  • @lightspeedgallery
    @lightspeedgallery 2 роки тому

    I’ve tried it all.. conclusion .. you need two bikes. I have 22 TX300i and a crf250l rally for two up exploring. The CRF 450rl would be a good second with a two stroke.

  • @Learn-more610
    @Learn-more610 2 роки тому

    Can't beat the 2 strokes off road

  • @gophop
    @gophop 2 роки тому +3

    You don't have to work the clutch any more on the 500 than the 350. 500 is harder to stall. It's still a 4T. But it's the most stall resistant one I've ridden.

    • @andy3d1
      @andy3d1 2 роки тому

      True. I can lug through nearly anything in 2 gear on my 500 exc with minimal clutch work.

  • @jeandreolivier67
    @jeandreolivier67 2 роки тому +1

    Do it all machine= yamaha yz 250fx or 450fx best bikes ever!

  • @TheLostAdventuress
    @TheLostAdventuress 2 роки тому

    You need the 500 with a get ecu taco moto map and a rekluse

  • @wagnerbmx96
    @wagnerbmx96 2 роки тому

    Trail125s are sickk

  • @michaelwaitekus8852
    @michaelwaitekus8852 2 роки тому +3

    Blah ba blah ba blah. I have a fx 350 and it’s a beast. U should get a 500 and see how much u hate life in the gnarly. Stop making content on a no such thing. Please go back and ride with Tilly please. U need 2 bikes.

  • @downey318
    @downey318 2 роки тому

    Getting new tires is like getting a new machine lol

  • @jamesboaz4787
    @jamesboaz4787 Рік тому

    I can relate to yelling at birds 😅

  • @SB-fe4gt
    @SB-fe4gt Місяць тому

    The 450 is the best of both worlds and has a lower connecting rod angle than the 500 so the engine should last longer.

  • @joshadsett4835
    @joshadsett4835 2 роки тому

    Maybe an XR

  • @hellamps
    @hellamps 2 роки тому

    you need te300 tpi, looks like :)

  • @mickynicky82
    @mickynicky82 Місяць тому

    Subscribed 🫵🏻

  • @danzilla3223
    @danzilla3223 2 роки тому +1

    Guy is so wishy washy

  • @bryanmathew2079
    @bryanmathew2079 2 роки тому

    When's Honda Making a New True Disp 355cc. Eng. Put in 300L...... & Call iT; 300LXX55* &+ ➕ BEEFY SUSPENSION.

  • @dickheadbrian
    @dickheadbrian Рік тому

    On the highway at 100 miles an hour the 350 feels much smoother than the 500. The 500 vibrates like mad

  • @cyclerider5652
    @cyclerider5652 2 роки тому +20

    It really boils down to the joy of riding. No matter the bike or accessories.
    I know what you mean about knobby tires on the street, but I've decided I'm just going to see how many knobby tires I can wear out.

    • @krazed0451
      @krazed0451 10 місяців тому

      There are plenty of trail tyres that don't wear flat instantly on the black top, unless you're riding mud regularly you can get away with surprisingly road biased tyres in a lot of off-road situations :-)

  • @ddacaro3625
    @ddacaro3625 2 роки тому +23

    500 is very smooth on the road, except when it's windy but what alternative is there for those of us who spend most of their time in the dirt. I thought long and hard and talked to other guys, especially any that did BDR's on the 350's. In the end, many said the post 20 500's were nearly as nimble as the 350, so I went for the overall performance rather than just the minor dirt advantage the 350 has. I don't race or rip single track hard, I think the 350 would be better for much faster riders off road on single track. Now that I've done a bunch of road inbetween dirt (getting to hotels etc.), I can say that I'd want nothing smaller than the 500 on the highway, I just wouldn't feel comfortable that I was in control, so now the itching idea that a 350 would have been better is gone and I feel the 500 is the perfect fit for me where it's 90% off road, 10% on road but really confident relative to the 350 when on that road - and a hell of a lot smoother too.

    • @brianmartindale2221
      @brianmartindale2221 11 місяців тому +2

      Thank you. I'm between both bikes and your assessment helps

    • @ADyess086
      @ADyess086 8 місяців тому

      This helped a lot and makes complete sense

    • @richard-qg9ii
      @richard-qg9ii 7 місяців тому

      Never get on a 2 stroke and u will never know the difference. I love the 501.

    • @ddacaro3625
      @ddacaro3625 7 місяців тому

      @@richard-qg9ii I ride 2 stroke orange too, but prefer the 4's because I'm not a specialist, and actually dig the do it all bike, there's something really cool about going riding HOV on a 7 lane highway for a couple hours, putting your mirrors down, and riding along and keeping up with the guys at the HOV rippin single gnar gnar, and turning around, riding home, and stopping off and sitting down for a coffee along the way, the bike beomes connected to the rest of the world, the riding follows you wherever you go.

  • @endurolife3485
    @endurolife3485 2 роки тому +7

    Just ponied up for an fe501 to build up for the “Tour of Idaho”… there’s some great content on UA-cam of it. 2000 miles in ten days of some the most remote off-road riding in the lower 48.

    • @scottwalker145
      @scottwalker145 2 роки тому +1

      Are you riding out of McCall? Yellow Pine? Warren? Riggins?

  • @RMC2021
    @RMC2021 2 роки тому +9

    I bought a 300L because of this channel and I loved it. The problem is my wife loved it more and she took it so I bought the 2022 450RL. I was skeptical with all the obvious issues but I will say that I am very impressed with how it turned out. The G2 throttle tamer, yoshi exhaust, and JD Tuning tuner have really turned it into a smooth, predictable, comfortable ride. I know your second 450L had all the goodies and you still had issues but I will say that my 450RL is literally almost on par with my wife’s 300L and my daughters 250L in the slow technical stuff. I really have zero complaints and although I don’t think there is a true dual sport out there, my 450RL is as close as it gets. I live in the black hills where we have thousands of miles of trails as well as hard roads and highways. I ride single track, ATV and SXS trails, fire roads, hard roads as well as a 30 minute highway commute a few times a week with no real gripes. I’m not sure if the updated RL model is really that much better than the L model, but I can honestly say I cannot relate to your experiences with your 450L’s. I think the husky 350 is a great bike and I know the feeling of never really being satisfied with something all too well. It gets frustrating but eventually you get to a point where you just accept the sacrifice of certain details or just always run two bikes. I personally have not found a better “dual” sport than the 450RL.

    • @isgrimner
      @isgrimner 2 роки тому +3

      Happy with my 450RL too, and while I've got a Vortex on order, I've done nothing to address the flame out issues. Mine doesn't seem to flame out enough to bother me, I seem to not stall it anymore than I did my old CR250R in the places I typically ride.

    • @RMC2021
      @RMC2021 2 роки тому +2

      @@isgrimner I would honestly give the JD Tuning a try and cancel that Vortex order if I were you. The JD is completely tunable throughout the power band and I have zero issues with it at all. There aren’t very many videos on it and coming from someone who is constantly looking for perfection, the JD has satisfied my needs fully. Obviously it’s much cheaper and easier to get than the overpriced Vortex. Just my .02

    • @idealrenovationsllc
      @idealrenovationsllc 2 роки тому +1

      RC you are spot on here. I have a CRF 450RL with sumo setup and dual setup, then also, a 450x that has the Tusk Sumo street legal kit on it. The RL is as close to a do-all as you can get for a 6'2" 220lb guy. If you are going slower in the trials that is where the 450x really shines. It feels like 1st is uber slow and 2nd is basically like the RL's 1st gear. I wish Honda made a "450RLX" as is the RL with the X gearing. that would be perfect for me.

    • @theyeetus1428
      @theyeetus1428 Рік тому

      Actually, there is a better dual sport. It's the XR650L.

    • @jarrod1687
      @jarrod1687 10 місяців тому

      690 or a 701 is a better true dual sport. I've got a 19 450L and love it but it's in a in-between spot. If you can only have 1 bike to do it all the 450L is an awesome bike but if you can have two, a 300cc 2 stroke and a 701, ultimate combo imo

  • @ryanzone3675
    @ryanzone3675 2 роки тому +4

    Great vid bruh. I owned and rode the hell outa my 2017 ktm 500excf. I sold it and bought a 2022 husky fe350s. DUDE, this 350 fells so much lighter!!!!. although the actual weight is only about 8lbs from the 501 husky/ktm but it feels like 40lbs. Seriously. Also, I just did the 2022 Big Bear run "Hard Way" on my 350. I didn't finish, (its sooo hard) but I know I went much further because of the 350. The power loss from 500 - 350 is noticeable but not really missed.

  • @howardadams781
    @howardadams781 2 роки тому +2

    Your a big guy. why not get it over with and get a Husqvarna 701

  • @gonyg5316
    @gonyg5316 2 роки тому +3

    Stick with the 350 or be prepared for arm pump and numb fingers from the 500’s bloody vibration through the bars and even pegs. I had the 500 for 2 years and getting rid of it was the best thing I ever did. My 300 2 stroke is silky smooth in comparison and after 4 or 5 hours in the saddle I still feel fresh. Just my thoughts but based on real life experience

  • @Myjeep83
    @Myjeep83 2 роки тому +3

    Hey man, we are making a road trip down SR 13 to Saturday to ride some roads around Wayne. Didn’t know if you were any where close to 13 and wanted to meet up and try a 300L with a suspension

  • @robh3267
    @robh3267 2 роки тому +3

    A dual sport bike is a compromise at best, modern 4 strokes work best for that purpose but just can't match the capabilities of a modern 2 stroke when you start riding more technical off road terrain, I've ridden modified 350's that can smoke a 500 but it's expensive and not just simple bolt on parts, most bolt on upgrades are for protection and comfort, performance upgrades weather it's engine or suspension that you can really feel usually require a bit more work than the simple bolt on, the problem with 4 strokes is they have so many more parts and are very expensive to repair and internal engine failures can make an engine not worth fixing, it sounds like you should consider having 2 bikes tailored for their intended purposes.

  • @matthewjacobs2628
    @matthewjacobs2628 2 роки тому +4

    Loved your 300L vids! Put my order in and excited to get back into riding in MN/Wis. Keep up the great content! 🤙🏻

  • @deadcaptainjames6045
    @deadcaptainjames6045 2 роки тому +23

    You really need two bikes, Tanner. A single-track bike for the extremely gnarly stuff and a dual sport. IMHO there is no true swiss army knife, you will always have compromises with every single bike. For me, 350 is the sweet spot. Don't let one bad ride sour it, you have to keep in mind a 350 4-stroke will never be as good as a 250 2-stroke in a tight single track. I will say a Rekluse clutch and steering stabilizer really makes a 350 feel better on single track. Have a good day and the scooter videos are fun to watch!

    • @RugerM77
      @RugerM77 2 роки тому +3

      1000% agree!

    • @JacobSnover
      @JacobSnover 2 роки тому +3

      Agree, I tried to do it all on my africa twin, but ended up with a dirt bike anyway.

    • @nickg2431
      @nickg2431 2 роки тому +2

      yes sadly my wallet has realised😀 this

    • @Briank-ef5iq
      @Briank-ef5iq 2 роки тому +1

      I just stick with off road riding! Never not ride a 2 -stroke , street riding to risky with everyone starring at thee phones

    • @nickg2431
      @nickg2431 2 роки тому +1

      Do you own a 350 4-stroke?

  • @NorthWestMotos
    @NorthWestMotos 2 роки тому +3

    Dig the honesty my dude, that's one reason I dig your channel. Remember the old saying, "The grass is always greener on the other side." It's all about perspective. Like you said, one bike can't do it all. If I'm being honest, it sounds like you need a garage so you can keep more than one bike.

  • @RustBeltFab_
    @RustBeltFab_ 2 роки тому +2

    Luckily they haven’t tried to demonetized your channel. They are hitting people doing anything not legal on the road like wheelies.

  • @harrynut3044
    @harrynut3044 2 роки тому +3

    LOL, ......In other words.......The Husky is going bye bye soon. It's all good brotha.

    • @byronlemay2166
      @byronlemay2166 2 роки тому +1

      Yep...its days are numbered. I wonder how long it'll take?...probably a lot quicker than it took for him to ditch the Honda.

    • @JS-gp7mz
      @JS-gp7mz 2 роки тому +1

      LOL it’s probably already gone if the video is a few days behind

    • @harrynut3044
      @harrynut3044 2 роки тому

      @@JS-gp7mz 😂🤣

    • @dodo19923
      @dodo19923 2 роки тому

      @@byronlemay2166 Buy bike, ride for a few weeks, complain it's not what he wanted then sell. Buy next bike, ride for a few weeks, complain it's not what he wanted then sell. An ever revolving door of bikes being bought and sold. This is what people do nowadays and i really don't get it. Not just this channel but everything on and off youtube is short term. Whatever happened to just buying a bike and keeping it for years? "I bought this phone but now there is a new one 3 weeks later and i need it because shiny new thing make brain juices happy". Same shit applies to everything, it's just wasteful tbh.

  • @johnwarwick3185
    @johnwarwick3185 2 роки тому +4

    After trying the 350s and 500s i pulled the trigger on a 22 beta 390 rr race addition. And it seems to do everything well.

    • @Lowdown13blues
      @Lowdown13blues Рік тому

      How do compare the 390 to the 500 ? TY

    • @Insaiyanrider
      @Insaiyanrider 4 місяці тому

      Are you still happy? You pulled the trigger on the 390

  • @THE-APEX
    @THE-APEX 2 роки тому +3

    There’s no replacement for displacement. The 500 is the ultimate weapon of choice.

  • @kevm9724
    @kevm9724 2 роки тому +1

    500 is the ticket,,,, I street it, trails and even moto. Bottom line is every time i get on it Im having a blast,,,,, 100mph on fire rds( and freeways)🤣 is way to much fun, 350 and 250"s
    are nice but Ill pass

  • @NANA-qn8on
    @NANA-qn8on 2 роки тому +12

    You oughta do more riding, , reviews, products etc and less talking about a future than never happens. Your channel suffers because you're losing people. 300L was a bike everyone could and wanted to relate to and "afford". Not many here that can swing 10k bikes. Channel is about what people want from you, no what you want from you. Pretty simple, figure it out.

  • @justincoull2166
    @justincoull2166 2 роки тому +2

    Just ride the kdx they just keep going

  • @billyboy8014
    @billyboy8014 2 роки тому +1

    My view is worth like 20 views because I'm better than most people

  • @andrewpocock1234
    @andrewpocock1234 Рік тому +1

    Ive had both a 2012 350 in Australia and a 2017 500 in Canada - loved them both, and when i owned each i kind of wanted to own the other. Its a bit of grass is greener on the other side but also do be smart - where do you want to make memories? On the road, in the woods, or in the desert? Pick the bike for that, put up with shitty performance in the others.
    In canada its a dillema still, as i ride woods in BC and Idaho, so i want a 350. But i go to california and mexico to ride where the 500 is right! This mental anguish will go on forever haha, the solution is probably a 450 (which they did in 2017 in canada!)

  • @ckupczynski
    @ckupczynski 8 днів тому

    Hey Tanner I got a question I got a 23KLX 300R that I’m thinking of either selling or making it a dual sport. Mainly to just off road and just connect to trails here and there. I’m considering getting one of these instead. What are your thoughts?

  • @Prisonmike89
    @Prisonmike89 2 роки тому +1

    If you do more dirt riding get the 350, if you do more road riding get the 500.

  • @commanderroddi7742
    @commanderroddi7742 Рік тому +1

    as for tire to use off road: IF you MOSTLY ride off-road (like I ride from my house to the trail a few miles0 I like the MIchelin AC10 or Kenda Trailmaster (Kenda a bit cheaper, Michelin last longer). For mostly road use I use the Dunlop 606 or Pirelli MT21. I also have a pair of Dunlop Geomax MX52 for my 250 (that one doesn't really go on road much at all) and I keep a set of 17" rims with michelin Anakee 3 for pure street riding and carbing down canyon roads. MOst time, I keep the AC10 on the bike for bit of road and mstly trail, I"ll put the rims from my 250 on the 501 if I"m going to trailer it to the place, or if I feel like carving in the Canyons the Anakee 3 is perfect, also the COntinental contiAttack SM are good. but I perfer the Anakee.

  • @commanderroddi7742
    @commanderroddi7742 Рік тому +1

    Had KTM 350 EEXC-F, and even with 17" road tires (Anakee 3, kinda Supermoto tires) It doesn't like fast speeds. Sold it, got the FE501s instead. Love that one. Though the 350 is a Perfect bike for enduro type off road. I also do have a KTM 250 XC-W TPI (I could make that street legal where I live, but mostly I just trailer it) but on the road, I now mostly use the 501 (BTW I"m in UTah). Having 500 4-stroke and 250 2-stroke is perfect combo. the 2-strok so good on slow technical stuff (but this 250 is quick on faster trails). the 350 is good for off road, but the 501 makes it a bit of a bette road, and the bike is surprisingly super light, though not as light as the 250 XC-W. All great bikes, just some better for other things.

  • @kevm9724
    @kevm9724 17 днів тому

    500 for sure, Ive had a couple of 500"s great rides, caught a deal on a very trick 450EXC grabbed it and really like its personality, at least for now, grew up on big bore two strokes which I love, actually have a 89 CR500, lots of fun. Im on the look out for a 300 KTM or Gas Gas,,, tag on a 2smoker is a blast,,,, back to your subject, I find the 350 kinda boring, great but boring,
    So definitely grab a 500 and uncork the crap out of it,,,,,

  • @tieoneon1614
    @tieoneon1614 2 роки тому +1

    When I seen u bought it in the desert, I knew you'd love it there. Perfect bike, plated and great offroad. But I knew its why you didnt like it in the woods in the first place. I moved back from the desert, and transitioned to woods riding. I am not giving up on my 4 strokes, cuz I still take trips to AZ/CA winters riding where 2 strokes arent ideal for distance, temp, elevation. I tough it out tight woods riding with my 4strokes to be able to enjoy the fast two track, sand dunes, part time dual sport in the Great Lakes area.

  • @eag8999
    @eag8999 2 роки тому +1

    I can guarantee my Beta 300 will have less time and money out into it for service than that 350. It’s plated and I’m even getting sumo wheel for it.

  • @hankwojo
    @hankwojo 2 роки тому +1

    Hey man! After watching your last couple of videos I ran out and purchased a Burgman 400! So now I have a 300L Rally, a Ryker 900, a Burgman 400 and an old Triumph Bonnie.

  • @rocosurfs
    @rocosurfs 2 роки тому +1

    two strokes on the road are a bad idea. they're great but you're gonna have to do roadside top ends every other week

  • @sumokid
    @sumokid 2 роки тому +1

    Lol I do t think their is a bike out there to satisfy you 😂

  • @slinginlead1
    @slinginlead1 2 роки тому +1

    You really should try the Husqvarna 701. It is everything that you need.

  • @jamesr5741
    @jamesr5741 2 роки тому +1

    Shame you didn't get more views for the ride vids. Maybe integrate them like you said.
    Will be interesting to see how much mileage you get on that tyre, it still looks pretty aggressive to me. I guess the hardness of the tread will help a lot, but I still think the road will round off those knobbies pretty quick. Will see.

  • @jarvis2101
    @jarvis2101 2 роки тому +1

    Sherco 300 4 stroke is by far a more 300 2t feel. The flame out is 10 times better and it lugs hard. I love both of these bikes I’m by no means a ktm hater, I have both in my garage now but maybe you should look into them. Their 500 is an amazing bike also

  • @johnscribb6731
    @johnscribb6731 9 місяців тому

    I don't understand, the 350 and 501 are almost identical, maybe 1-2 pounds weight difference distributed over the entirety of the bike? And you know you will just un-cork the 350 for more power anyways.

  • @venomstrike4418
    @venomstrike4418 2 роки тому +2

    Wait for the new DRZ to come out and buy that!!!

  • @lukefish7562
    @lukefish7562 2 роки тому +1

    Always great content. Appreciate it.
    I love my te300i, my crf dual sports and plan on getting a Norden 901.
    If I had to have just one it’d probably be the 501.
    Y’all are blessed and both have grade A badass bikes! Always time to keep it fresh and switch it up in the future like we know you like to do. 💪🏽🏍💨

  • @joshuahebel8141
    @joshuahebel8141 2 роки тому +1

    Iam here for every single video u guys post love the adventures keep up the great work and hopefully one day we can ride together

  • @TheHoovercm
    @TheHoovercm 2 роки тому +8

    I know you’ve had several 450Ls and had a pretty negative video on purchasing one. But if I ever sell my 250L, I’m still liking the idea of the 450L if I can find a good deal on a used one. Just love Hondas I guess. Hope you’re happy with whatever you end up doing! 😀

    • @isgrimner
      @isgrimner 2 роки тому

      I have a '22 450RL. I have only changed the shifter, seat, mirrors, license plate bracket and tires so far. I am switching the grips and adding Zeto Pro Armor hand guards tomorrow. I have ordered a new Voretex ECU but I don't think it'll arrive for about 7 more weeks though. When it does come in, I'll probably go with an FMF or Yoshi exhaust. However, the flame outs haven't really bothered me. I just use the clutch more. I'm pretty happy with mine. Perhaps my riding style and the areas I'm riding fits the 450 more than the places and riding styles of others. Just saying for me, its been nice.

  • @barnhart4486
    @barnhart4486 2 роки тому +1

    Try out the GET ECU and the Rekluse clutch. Better power curve and zero clutch work at low speeds unless you want to.

  • @highjeep0065
    @highjeep0065 2 роки тому +1

    Last summer i bought a ktm 350 and sell it this year for a ktm 300xc 2022

  • @DaCodesMan
    @DaCodesMan 2 роки тому +1

    Y'all change bikes more than I change my pants

  • @dereckrodriguez9688
    @dereckrodriguez9688 11 місяців тому

    Why not a 450excf? I rarely see any videos talking about them

  • @wayno23
    @wayno23 Місяць тому

    Would you get as far on a tank of fuel with the 500 ?

  • @stangindude99
    @stangindude99 2 місяці тому

    Do you still have this? How are you liking it

  • @Nizz8daGrizz8
    @Nizz8daGrizz8 Рік тому

    27k views bruh

  • @rishopchhetri4200
    @rishopchhetri4200 4 місяці тому

    Different ways to beg for money.