Honda CRF300L Dual Sport - Dirt Bike Magazine

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Dirt Bike Magazine tests the Honda CRF300L on the trail in Southern California. The Honda CRF300L first appeared as the CRF250L back in 2017, then it got a major update in 2021. The stroke was increased by 8mm to arrive at 286cc. It got new camshafts, and both the airbox and the exhaust were redesigned. The finish is outstanding, the brakes are made by Nissin and the rims are aluminum. You have to get up close to see the inexpensive stuff. The suspension is about as basic as possible. The rear has adjustable spring preload and that’s all; no reservoir, no clickers. The handlebar is ⅞-inch steel, and there are no handguards or frame guards. It comes in at 286 pounds without fuel.

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[IgWannA]

Good review but the one thing you don't touch on is the service intervals! This bike isn't supposed to be compared to KTM's or other typical Enduro bikes because its designed to be ridden long distances without having to worry about top end rebuilds every 2000 miles or engine oil every 300 miles/10 hours. The service intervals are an order of magnitude less with this bike - think top end rebuild at 30k miles rather than 2k! Yes the engine could probably give a bit more power for the cc's but this bike is built to basically require no work done to it other than the occasional oil and air filter change. Some people have got a piston to last past 50k miles!

[BSBBandFitness]

I’ve had Ducati monster 1200 s Ducati monster 1200 r Suzuki vstrom 650 and a Yamaha mt09. This bike makes me more happy than any bike I’ve ever had

[saymyname]

I'm 65 retired and use this bike, mainly on the road sometimes dirt roads. I'm good with the suspension, in this way.

[mxbadboy]

I had one and it was an excellent dual sport. The motor and trans are outstanding. It is puzzling why it weights so much. The suspension is super soft but for tight trails it doesn't transmit any jolts to the rider. Outstanding value and a lot of fun. I regret selling it!

[leep]

"The world doesn't need another $13, 000 dual sport." True statement. Now we need another wr300 or bigger dual sport

[phantomshtter]

Just took mine home last week, this bike is everything this busted up 41 year old wants and I'll ride it till I die. Gladly drop the other $1k on suspension and it'll be perfect.

[NANA-qnon]

Having been a KTM rider for 30+ years, I'm now 74 and picked this unit up this past summer. In 6 months, I have 4k on it and if you use it for what it was intended for, it's not a bad ride. I'm in Arizona, so I ride 95% off road and 5% on. Suspension upgrade is on my radar as well as a 550 performance ECU mod. Great reviews, thanks.

[themotonoobusa]

I've had mine for a year and I love it. It's perfect for a new rider like me.

[isaacgentz]

Have had mine for almost a year now and loving it!

[calablanca]

Love my CRF 300 L a lot ! Perfect for light off road it’s all about enjoying it.

[Kllswitch]

The video work on this was incredible. Slow motion was great, music was awesome, drone shots were great - overall fantastic quality!

[laprepper]

Dual sports are awesome because of their versatility, not their off road prowess

[jondotcom]

Have had mine about a year and use it 99% in the dirt which wasn’t the original plan! Suspension mods are a must but can be affordable. YSS front spring and thicker oil was about $125. Rear YSS shock was around $450. Good knobbies and it will go anywhere fast.

[renosbizarreadventure]

I’m about to hit 5k on my 2021 tomorrow . Best vehicle I’ve ever owned.

[michaeljohnson]

I had a 250L and besides the horribly uncomfortable seat it’s a nice bike. I recently sold it and bought a Ducati Icon. The Ducati Icon is incredible, I just love it.

[rabindradahal]

Nice upload, Dude! Subscribed. Thanks for sharing.

[Paul-lnzw]

Love mine had it for few weeks . Suspension and a tune and your set. Harleys will be sitting .

[billwhite]

Great review, having had enduro bikes from the 70s and at 60 years young looking for a bike that is just plain and reliable this fit the bill, other then the height, easy modification, it is a pleasure to ride.

[georgechrysaphinis]

Love the looks of the CRF300L and it would cover 100% of my off-road needs with a suspension upgrade. However, it also needs to be fun in the twisties and I understand it doesn't really cut it there through lack of power ...

[shmack-dab-in-da-middle]

I did 550 performance 91 octane flash, DNA air filter, and full yoshi race system, fat bars, hand guards chain guards full skid plate, tail delete etc etc and suspension redo for 240lbs a blast now id let it go for $9k and wouldn't make a dime ...but it's street legal you can jump it and it's way faster than than 600 miles on it too