VOLUME 56 ISSUE 47 NOVEMBER 26, 2019 P85
in the Oregon mountains where
I rode the 300 (and 230s) with
confidence. Based on the spec
sheet, the 300R is close to being
a full-size motorcycle, too, but still
felt quite small under me; even so,
I never felt severely cramped or
uncomfortable on the bike.
It makes good power overall,
pulls nicely off the bottom, and
gets you up to speed quickly
enough and efficiently. It's an
extremely easy motorcycle to ride.
Despite its seemingly large dis-
placement, the KLX300R will still
make for an excellent entry-level
motorcycle. There is nothing scary
or intimidating about this bike, yet
it still packs enough punch to keep
experienced trail riders that aren't
in a big hurry quite happy. In fact,
in extremely tight, technical and
nasty trails, the KLX300R could be
the bike of choice because of its
small-ish overall size, user-friendly
motor and decent suspension.
Making things even more appeal-
ing, the 300 has powerful brakes,
and a versatile six-speed trans-
mission with a seemingly strong
clutch, and with its 2.1-gallon fuel
tank, you'll hardly ever have to
worry about running out of fuel.
There is plenty to like about the
KLX300R.
ROUND-UP
Kudos to Kawasaki for doing an
excellent job filling in the gaps in
its off-road/dual-sport entry-level
line with the KLX230, 230R and
300Rs. Anyone looking to get into
dirt bike riding for the first time or
getting back into it again should
put these three very good motor-
cycles on their shopping list. CN
The KLX300R is back!
