good video Jeff you get the details of innocuous other people don't even notice. Was looking to see if the new headlight was a direct swap for a 23, you answered my question and then some. Will be in Colorado riding the first week of september will swing by shop.
Nice to see the triple clamp is easily exchangeable. As for the headlight mine will go on the shelf as I run a saw rack with a led under the front edge .
Hoping for a solution to run a blank front number plate without headlight. I made a bushing for my 21 300 W because I race it and don't need the headlight, and keeps me from damaging it in a crash.
The new headlight push button switch has failed on my 24 350 XW-F. After you turn it on and start riding the trail vibration turns it off. I just ordered a new aftermarket switch from True North Moto to replace the stock switch. Slavens should start carrying these replacements as the stockers are prone to fail from what I have read.
I can attest to the stock headlight being very flimsy. Destroyed mine into a few pieces from a simple stick, and their really isnt any replacements with the correct plug yet. Trying to find out if any previous years used same plug
I have the SXS and run in Mi woods. Can confirm, they take big hits. Have smacked a >4-5” pine trees on a few occasions. Redirected my path of travel, but never fully collapsed crushing my hand. Would buy again.
@slaverace1 thanks! Buying a 300xc tbi and want to transfer my sickass protector headlight from my tpi that I got from you guys last year. Love that light. I'll probably be purchasing that stator upgrade too.
What about a '24 headlight on a '23 or newer XC ?? The 24 headlight uses the shorter XC brake line, the older headlight mask requires that you use the XCW front brake line to clear the mask. So, if you own a '23 or newer XC and want to use the newer '24 headlight (and retain your original XC front brake line), what's it going to take to mount the new XCW headlight onto the new XC's?
Don't know what it takes BUT I wouldn't do it. The '24 headlight mounting system sucks. Mine broke during an easy tip over. I'm going back to the rubber strap design.
Would be curious if you feel the geometry feels more like the old models after changing the top triple clamp. I used to really like my 17 geometry and I’m 6’4
What is your setup on your 17? I'm also 6'4". '17 300 XCW Stock clamps Stock bars 1 inch cheapo bar risers. Bars in full forward position (front mounting hole and forward biased bar mount orientation) Cycra handguard But I'm looking to go with a taller bar and removing the cheap risers as I think I want the bars further forward instead of up and slightly back that the riser blocks offer. I'm also running evo4 foot pegs in lower position. Seems to help a little with geometry and comfort. EE tall seat. Very noticeable benefit for long days , helps with transition from sitting to standing.
Hello Herby: All 2017-2024 KTM brands use the same radiator guards. Fitments are listed on each brand of guards on our site. slavensracing.com/product-category/guards-2/radiator/
we have a problem in the gas tank, the fuel pump doesn´t catch all the gas in sides of the tank that means that you have gas but you can not start the bike.
One thing I just found out, that made me feel very dumb was when tightening the steering nut, you needed to loosen the top triple clamps as well. I hope this helps anybody else who cranked their's down to 150ft. lbs and they were still loose.
I thought it was funny how he raved about KTM's research and design and then next sentence he dove into the fact that KTM went backwards with the new headlight design and how it mounts🤣
Hello: KTM is at the forefront of R&D and has made many great improvements to the `24 models, but that doesn't mean I like every little thing they change. Your time would be much better spent riding instead of judging every word that comes out of my mouth.
good video Jeff you get the details of innocuous other people don't even notice. Was looking to see if the new headlight was a direct swap for a 23, you answered my question and then some. Will be in Colorado riding the first week of september will swing by shop.
Nice to see the triple clamp is easily exchangeable. As for the headlight mine will go on the shelf as I run a saw rack with a led under the front edge .
Hoping for a solution to run a blank front number plate without headlight. I made a bushing for my 21 300 W because I race it and don't need the headlight, and keeps me from damaging it in a crash.
@@bikemancody2752what do you mean? Just bolt on an XC front number plate and you’re good.
Why dont you use a steering damper anymore?
1. Don't feel the need because my suspension is excellent. 2. Don't want to add more weight.
The new headlight push button switch has failed on my 24 350 XW-F. After you turn it on and start riding the trail vibration turns it off. I just ordered a new aftermarket switch from
True North Moto to replace the stock switch. Slavens should start carrying these replacements as the stockers are prone to fail from what I have read.
David:
Thank you. We'll get them soon.
I can attest to the stock headlight being very flimsy. Destroyed mine into a few pieces from a simple stick, and their really isnt any replacements with the correct plug yet. Trying to find out if any previous years used same plug
I have a 23 ec 250 and I can not figure out how to turn on the headlight it only turns on the little running light
How do you like the Molecule handguards compared to the SXS guards? I can’t decide between both of them
I have the SXS and run in Mi woods. Can confirm, they take big hits. Have smacked a >4-5” pine trees on a few occasions.
Redirected my path of travel, but never fully collapsed crushing my hand.
Would buy again.
Both are solid options.
@@slaverace1 thanks , ordered them on Tuesday from your website along with some other merch
@@719vol thanks I ordered them , they should be a huge upgrade compared to stock
Great Video! Just to be clear, does the TPI headlight mask design mount right up to the new TBI xc and xcw bikes? Thank you.
Yes, with the old style rubber straps that go around the fork tubes.
@slaverace1 thanks! Buying a 300xc tbi and want to transfer my sickass protector headlight from my tpi that I got from you guys last year. Love that light. I'll probably be purchasing that stator upgrade too.
@@hawiehawhaw all you would need is this adaptor to do that. slavensracing.com/shop/headlight-plug-adapter-for-24-ktm-hqv-gg-by-motominded/
My 2024 XC-W came with black triple clamps that look different. I wonder what they decided to change.
You have the CNC Model 2024 KTM 300 XCW. Seems that KTM had a supply issue with the cast triple clamps.
@@slaverace1is one any better than the other, aside from more mounting options?
And the eltronic exaust valve control???
Any upcoming solution to mount an SX or XC front number plate?
It just bolts on. No "solution" needed.
What am I missing? Certainly, looks like the XC mask won’t bolt right up without buying another type of connector support.@@slaverace1
I have a 24 300xc and looking for guidance on which parts to buy in order to mount the Acerbis VSL. Can anyone help?
Hello:
No problem. You can call (719-475-2624) our store and the sales staff will help or email alec@slavensracing.com.
What about a '24 headlight on a '23 or newer XC ?? The 24 headlight uses the shorter XC brake line, the older headlight mask requires that you use the XCW front brake line to clear the mask. So, if you own a '23 or newer XC and want to use the newer '24 headlight (and retain your original XC front brake line), what's it going to take to mount the new XCW headlight onto the new XC's?
Don't know what it takes BUT I wouldn't do it. The '24 headlight mounting system sucks. Mine broke during an easy tip over. I'm going back to the rubber strap design.
Do the 2021 upper and lower clamps and bearings work? I want to swap both upper and lower from my 21 XCW to my 24 XCW
Yes
Would be curious if you feel the geometry feels more like the old models after changing the top triple clamp. I used to really like my 17 geometry and I’m 6’4
What is your setup on your 17?
I'm also 6'4".
'17 300 XCW
Stock clamps
Stock bars
1 inch cheapo bar risers.
Bars in full forward position (front mounting hole and forward biased bar mount orientation)
Cycra handguard
But I'm looking to go with a taller bar and removing the cheap risers as I think I want the bars further forward instead of up and slightly back that the riser blocks offer.
I'm also running evo4 foot pegs in lower position. Seems to help a little with geometry and comfort.
EE tall seat. Very noticeable benefit for long days , helps with transition from sitting to standing.
Hello Russ:
You must be talking about the ergonomics, not geometry, and it feels similar to previous years.
Hi Jeff, six days tbi models clamps only have two positions like normal version?
The billet clamps on the `24 Hard Enduro model have 2 position rubber mounts like SX/XC models.
What brand radiator guards fit the 2024. ?
Hello Herby:
All 2017-2024 KTM brands use the same radiator guards. Fitments are listed on each brand of guards on our site. slavensracing.com/product-category/guards-2/radiator/
we have a problem in the gas tank, the fuel pump doesn´t catch all the gas in sides of the tank that means that you have gas but you can not start the bike.
Thank you!
You're welcome!
One thing I just found out, that made me feel very dumb was when tightening the steering nut, you needed to loosen the top triple clamps as well. I hope this helps anybody else who cranked their's down to 150ft. lbs and they were still loose.
Vous oubliez TM racing qui pour une petite entreprise a fait beaucoup de développement
I thought it was funny how he raved about KTM's research and design and then next sentence he dove into the fact that KTM went backwards with the new headlight design and how it mounts🤣
Hello:
KTM is at the forefront of R&D and has made many great improvements to the `24 models, but that doesn't mean I like every little thing they change. Your time would be much better spent riding instead of judging every word that comes out of my mouth.
@@slaverace1 Hello:
Sometimes you just have to have a little fun. I agree with you on the R&D, that's why I buy KTM's. Lighten up Jeff, Wow.
These triple clamps are forged, not cast.
KTM claims they are high pressure cast, not forged.