TexasDualler 32 Posted July 3, 2015 So after a 9 month deployment with many trials and tribulations, I decided to treat myself to a brand spanking new 2015 KTM 300 XC-W. It's got one of those simple little 2 stroke motors that only needs to stroke half as much as my other bike and I'm told it has "adjustable" suspension. I'm still reading through the owner's manual to figure out what to do with that. Oh and I plated it for street use (obviously not going to use it on the street much but it's nice to have). But seriously though I'm pretty stoked about it and excited to be back stateside and start riding again. I hope to see some you guys out there again before long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted July 3, 2015 I had a 2010 300 xcw loved it what a beast you'll be happy just tweak the power valve to your liking. Awesome looking bike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted July 3, 2015 Very nice...the plate is handy for AbDSP, and assorted other little treasures (border road, sacatone overlook, etc) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danrider 5 Posted July 3, 2015 That bike is the all time best single track bike made in my opinion, dependable, light and plenty of power. Congrats on the bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted July 3, 2015 remind me to show you where you can bash the Hell out of that pipe, and scratch up the plastics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted July 3, 2015 Instead of a noob ride its a bikeslut first ride break in your bike ride, with a damage waiver needed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted July 3, 2015 Congrats. How much does it weigh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasDualler 32 Posted July 4, 2015 I think weighs somewhere around 230-240lbs. It feels light as a feather compared to my other bike (that weighs 310+) and I can actually throw it into the back of my truck without killing my back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honda90 0 Posted July 4, 2015 Man that is awesome. Congratulations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted July 4, 2015 The KTM 300 is a good bike, my wife rides a 2009 300 XC-W. If you ever want the subframe destroyed, let my son ride it at the track. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jawhitmoyer 0 Posted July 5, 2015 Gotta love Texas. A plated two stroke with no turn signals, mirrors, horn or brake lights. Plus you could open carry an AR15 with a silencer for the rattlesnakes. Man I hate living in the PRC (People's Republic of California)! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasDualler 32 Posted July 5, 2015 Greatest state in the union Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted July 5, 2015 Ya its a sweet bike. It ads that premix smell to the trails. And idles sweet just like a two stroke shud. Every one was leaving the park today and he was like "I think im gonna stay and ride some more.". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted July 5, 2015 I love the smell of two-stroke in the morning ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasDualler 32 Posted July 5, 2015 I sure don't mind crop dusting the trails with a little smoke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crawdaddy 96 Posted July 6, 2015 My 2009 is almost broken in........just 617hrs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasDualler 32 Posted July 6, 2015 Dang! Thats impressive. How many rebuilds and at what intervals? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EddieEarl 6 Posted July 7, 2015 Hey, first of all - thanks for your service. A 9 month deployment full of 'trials and tribulations' is not only worth a THANK YOU from every American in our country, but its also worth a brand new orange 2 smoker - NO DOUBT. Good on you for the purchase. If every recruiter in the Armed Forces could promise any enlisted man a bike of their choice upon returning from a deployment ... well, you'd probably have to turn people away! What a great way to come back home ... throw a leg over your bike, get out on the trails, smell the sweet pre-mix burn and hit the infamous powerband of a 2 stroke. Love it. Second, have a blast and ride safe. Third, I'm pretty damn jealous you Americans out there in Texas can plate the 2 smoker. That is really, really cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Socaldualer 0 Posted July 8, 2015 Bitchin- i echo the Texas sentiments-damn Cali! Love my 2015 350 EXCF. Great looking bike! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Socaldualer 0 Posted July 8, 2015 oh yeah and thanks for your service-much appreciated! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Socaldualer 0 Posted July 8, 2015 where does the gun rack go? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TexasDualler 32 Posted July 8, 2015 I didn't see the gun rack in the KTM Powerparts catalog. I'll have to look through it again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted July 12, 2015 Sweet looking single track weapon. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
