Nice video! Thanks. 99% of all x300 videos out there are some generic "review" and all say the same (it's the ninja 300 motor, the seat is too hard, bla bla). So I love to see some real usage of the bike!!

I wonder why the Versys-x isn't more popular. Its a great bike. I wanted a small displacement, upright riding position street bike that I could commute to work and cruise. I took mine the opposite direction. I removed the rear rack, deleted the rear fender, 1 tooth up on the front sprocket and put pure street tires on it. The bike is an absolute blast in the 2 lane country roads and runs out perfect at 70-75 on the interstate. Perfect bike for a small adventure or commuter! Best part, I bought a left over 2019 with .5 miles on it for 4900 OTD.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you enjoying the bike! Interesting you'd try to make it more street-worthy! Definitely considering the front sprocket mod myself as I'm hoping it would make the bike a little less jumpy in stop-and-go traffic. Thanks for the comment

@Chocolate_dragon

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi The 15 Tooth makes it so you aren't shifting 3 times through an intersection and cruises much smoother on the interstate. I took it to 100% on road because I have no interest in off roading any longer. I went from pure dirt bikes to the dual sport phase with a KLX250S, DRZ400S, and XR650L and now onto street bikes. Now I just want to be able to feel the breeze and relax. The biggest selling factor for me with the Versys was the easy riding position, the look, and the price (left over 2019 for 4500 OTD). I did add a 2020 Kawasaki Z900 to the stable but I haven't rode it yet. Got a killer deal on it, as the owner had lost his job with COVID layoffs and needed cash in his pocket.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@Chocolate_dragon That's very interesting. It's funny how different owners might have different perspectives on the same exact bike. Just speaks to the versatility of the x300 as both an off and on-road machine.

Thanks for this. You give some useful extra product info. Didn't know about the tubular tool case. ...I'm left with the impression that this is more about an accessorise motorcycle rather than modifications to it though.

I just purchased my almost new 2017 Kawasaki X300 Versys on Monday of this week. It had 1540 miles on the odometer and looks absolutely brand new! It was delivered to me by the original owner on Tuesday April 13, 2022 which is the first day that I rode my new motorcycle. The previous owner rode it to my state so that he could rest assured that I would register and title his motorcycle before he turned it over to me. First let me say that I am 68 years old. I am 5-10" tall, weigh 269 pounds and I have a 29/30" pants inseam. I looked all over for specifics on whether this motorcycle would be a good fit for me. I knew it was tall with the seat height at 30.9". But would I fit this motorcycle well. I already had a bad experience owning a 2002 BMW R1150GS that was a huge machine, a real monster. That BMW proved much too tall and heavy for me to safely handle so I sold it right away. I replaced that BMW with a 2001 R1200C Pheonix which proved much more manageable with it's seat height of a mere 29.9". But it is a 1200cc machine which means it is VERY heavy! So I bought a little Honda Grom which proved to be so much fun that I thought to myself, "wow, look at what I have been missing." Then I discovered a Blog online where a girl named Noraly is riding her 2022 Honda CRF300L from South America to Alaska. She calls her site "Itchy Boots" where she posts 3 videos per week on average. After watching her great adventures for a couple of months I decided that I must have a motorcycle just like hers. But then I discovered that the Honda CRF300L is nearly impossible to acquire right now unless you are willing to pay $2,000 over MSRP. Yikes. That is when I discovered the 310 BMW and the X300 Kawasaki Versys. I went with the Versys for several reasons. First, it was availability. Next was value and finally after watching many reviews on KZread I liked the twin cylinder water cooled engine making 40hp. So I bought one! I have ridden it 60 miles so far. This is what I can report. First, it IS TALL. We lowered the rear shocks to the lowest factory settings and now I can almost flat foot the motorcycle. It actually seems manageable although I almost dropped it going up the ramp into my shop today. Scared me a bit. The motorcycle is whisper quiet. I like this because my Honda Grom snarls like a mad dog with it's aftermarket Vance & Hines pipe. Really it is too loud. But the X300 has a very nice exhaust note. I do not plan to change this. Next, This motorcycle handles beautifully. The ride height seems tall but the bike is so friendly in every situation. I just love my new X300. Finally, this motorcycle is geared very low. Extremely low. But I guess Kawasaki wanted it this way. I go through the gears to find that I am in 5th at 37mph lol. I hit 6th at about 43 mph and that is the last gear. It seems like it should have a 7th & 8th gear lol. The bike redlines at 12,000 rpm. Whoa, that makes it a screaming machine. When you ride 65mph the engine turns 7,500 rpm. This is very alien to me and seems insane. But there is tons more throttle left after that, all the way to 12,000rpm. Amazing! This bike gets 51mpg so the high rpm must be efficient. I researched re-gearing the bike but you cannot alter it very much without disturbing the engine's code(s). For this reason I plan to leave mine all stock. Finally, the seat is very hard, most uncomfortable. I rode 40 miles today and my Fanny wanted off of this torture device. I guess I am spoiled by the Corbin Seat on my BMW R1200C. Finally, my biggest concern was, "will this motorcycle have enough power to haul my fat butt around lol". Yes it does! The low gearing is so powerful that this little Kawasaki doesn't even know that I am onboard. I get the impression that the X300 could carry a circus elephant if one was so inclined. I hope this little report will help others decide to buy a X300 Versys. I sure am happy with mine. So lite and easy to handle. That is where the fun is!!!

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thoughtful comment. Agreed, the x300 is a pretty versatile machine. I've taken it all over, wouldn't hesitate to ride from Alaska to South America on it (I've actually done most of that trip on a Yamaha wr250r). Don't be afraid to Rev it, it actually gets its best mileage and performance in 5th gear, from my experience. I only use 6th gear on a flat highway and when there's no wind. The x300 has pretty low torque compared to single cylinder machines so it requires more skill from the rider to get the most out of it. The good news is that once you master its unique character you can really do a lot with it for an engine with low displacement. Happy riding!

@GeezerWheels

11 ай бұрын

I've had my 2018 X300 for 4 years and still love it. Seat suggestion: buy a Sit-N-Fly seat cover and put closed cell foam under it - cheap, works like a charm and lets a lot of air through. It will raise the seat just a bit, but well worth a try. Even the seat cover without foam is cushier than stock. Great bike within its design parameters. Once accustomed to the power level and then ignoring the RPM (that engine was made for high revs) it's a great bike! Some ask if it is a "proper ADV" bike.My answer is that after a 4 day, multi-state trip (all back roads, no Interstate, plus TAT section from Silverton to Moab) and going on Jeep/donkey trails and mountain passes in CO and milder trails in Moab, I'd have to say, "YES" - with proper 50/50 or 70/30 tires (mine are Mitas E07s) this bike IS a proper ADV bike... small but proper. I have Givi luggage racks and DIY Pelican cases for paneers. I may ride the rest of the TAT (eastern 1/3) on the X300. Ride it within its suspension and ground clearance limits and it delivers the goods (not for passing at 80 mph, but at 74, I don't ride that fast). I also have T-Rex skid plate and engine guards, yes heavy, but very well designed and built. I average 40-50 mph on local county roads at get 65-70 mpg (less at 70 mph). Thanks for posting a great vid about a great bike.

Great bike and mods too...And thanks for sharing the good stuff about the Kawi. Good continuation and I wish you the best. Greetings from Morocco.

Thanks for being honnest. Love the socks idea under the seat. Me too i modified the under seat to carry all my rain gear

Cool video! Just finished adding after market mods to my X300. Great bike.👍

Thanks for the ideals. This bike is on my short list for a second bike. Waiting on the right deal.

I like your presentation as well as your storage ideas.

Jack parabéns Jack stops by his updates. I really liked. I've already subscribed to your channel. Big hug, Anderson from Santos-SP

Good job Jack. I own a green 2017 version of the Versys 300 and love it. I put on Shinko 705s and they are cheap, awesome and smooth both on road and off road. I bought some soft Givi saddlebags and that works well. I like your seat, but I am a short guy at 5'7 so the stock seat is fine. Dave

Great Vid!!!I also put a T-Rex Racing skid plate and crash bars on my X300. I've dropped it twice, once from soft dirt under kick stand and once trying to pick up something off the ground without dismounting - crash bars did GREAT - pucks took to impact. And I used the same Givi luggage mounts - then adapted Pelican cases (used from eBay) - the setup works great but I used screws and can't easily dismount them cases.I consider them a permanent installation. Even with the extra weight, the bike handles like a dream. Thanks for sharing your mods, especially the electrics. We all benefit when others post the work they've done. Enjoy! -Ray, is SW Colorado.

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video, Ray. The x300 is fantastic and comes close to being that unicorn bike tbat the dual sport/lightweight adv world needs

I did really enjoy this video, moding the machine you love!

Cool video and great mods. I am looking to buy one of these machines and like some of your mods and will look them up. You should do more videos especially on your travels.

Great video. I am thinking about buying this bike as my first bike and this video answered few questions I had in my mind.

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

It really is a fantastic bike. A bit after buying my versys x300 Honda came out with the new CRF300l rally, i think i would have purchased that one instead because it looks like a fantastic machine, if your legs are long enough you might consider that one too!

Great demonstration of my dream bike. Thanks

ha, i was thinking 'what weirdo would drink water from that.' Glad you set the record straight lol

Great video ! I just got a great deal on a 2019 x300 and thinking about some of the items you covered. Only suggestion is to include links of your mods from Amazon or other online retailers. Continue to make gr8 bike videos !

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you! Thanks for the advice but it's a lot of work to wrangle all the links for the products. Maybe i'll get to it someday. Happy riding!

Man, I have a white 2020 X300, I put on the Shinko 804/805 big block tire's, love it !

Man, I thought that tube was a brick of weed !

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Ha yes. Looking forward to many border crossings with that thing under my seat.

Nice video, I just bought the same color versys a 2017 model with 6000 miles on it for 2800 dollars, I’m switching from riding cruiser’s to adventure motorcycle. Can’t wait to put some mod’s on mine, it came with a crash bar and skid plate.

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you got a good deal on it. Happy riding!

I would clean up the edges where you cut out that tool divider, I see you wrapped your tubes pretty good BUT over the course of lots of miles you may still wear a hole right into your tubes from the vibration over that rough edge. I had a tube that was vacuum sealed in mylar get a hole worn right through the mylar and into the tube by a smooth edged tire iron rubbing on it. And that happened on just a 3400 mile trip to Colorado and back

I am also huge on maximizing storage space. Not sure how big your air box is, but I've heard of dual sport riders keeping a spare tube in their air box. As far as behind the fairing, I agree, there's gotta be a way! I have a Suzuki Burgman that I could fit my Honda Monkey behind the fairing! Ride safe, have fun.

Very good video. As now mid 70s I need a lighter bike with good size fuel tank for distance touring seems to tick all boxes till seat height so will have to do some research on lowering. Again nice video 👍

@petedoug

Жыл бұрын

That seat height as he shows it is way higher than stock. I believe mine is 32” and narrow. I’m 5:10 and I can flat foot it no worries. Also I’m old too haha and it’s my favourite bike so far. All my other bikes were bigger but I like the nimbleness of this one

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. The other commenter is correct, the seatconcepts seat is about 1.5 inches higher than stock and probably a bit wider. Definitely worth it if someone's legs are long enough

@petedoug

Жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi just like to add that I too find the seat uncomfortable but I tried an old trick and bought a sheep skin for it. Vast improvement!

Nice set up. I'm looking to add the cylinder tool holders to mine. I also have a "Fuze Block" which makes things a whole lot easier when adding electrical wires to the system so you can run power all the time or only triggered when switched on. Cheers

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

The cylinder tool holders have come in surprisingly handy! Have fun with your Mods!

Great video!

You should change the rubber foot pegs to the wider spiked aluminum pegs.

Wooow , bungee net on top of tank is amazing idea !

@MartialGandhi

7 ай бұрын

Yes, use it all the time for my water bottle and keeping my gloves there when i stop for gas.

thank you for your video. Can you put a description/name for all the parts added and a link, etc to where you bought them from?

@Nojofa

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed. You mentioned that all the lights are led. Could you show hiw the bikes looks with headlight on. I have been looking to replace my headlight for 2 years and it seems i can't find a model that fits my 300x. Thanks

Nice mods.

Nice bike! Just a friendly tip, if you plan on putting an electronic device in that phone/GPS holder, don't count on your compass being accurate - it will deviate very largely because of the electromagnetic fields from your device right next to it.

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. For anyone reading this, dont buy the compass. It looks cool but the vibrations caused the water to leak and made it useless.

Nice add-ons. The only thing that comes to mind is adding an Air Horn. Looks as though you have a few areas to mount one and they're worth their weight in Gold when you need them.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Air horn? Heck yes! Always wanted my motorcycle to sound like its in a reggaeton music video!

@Rjako1

3 жыл бұрын

Walo makes an all in one compact air horn that puts out 139 decibels and will make a cager texting on their cellphone Immediately pay attention....

Very inspirational.

very nice video, can you please make a short video on extra clutch wire setup? it is a very wise and good modification.

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late reply. All i did was buy an extra clutch cable and routed it where the current one is and taped the two together so they are basically one on top of the other, allowing for a quick change if necessary

Cool setup. I wish I could find a taller seat like yours, on long rides my legs get really cramped. Another thing I want to do is to install a longer clutch cable because the stock one is too short for handlebar risers. At 6'3 ft the stock handlebar height makes standing up for off-road riding awkward.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Remember of course that if you raise the seat, the windscreen will not protect you as well. Something to consider.

Thanks Jack. Just got my 2020 left over and I love it. Can you suggest an electrical kit or parts list to allow me to connect led running lights and USB charger? Greetings from CT.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

As shown in the video, i use a PDM 60, which is a very expensive, but also very elegant mini computer that manages all your electronics. I think it can support up to 8 different accessories, and makes the intimidating job of wiring things very simple. If that's too expensive for you, you might consider investing in some posi-tap connectors (they cost about 1$ each) and use a multimeter to try to find a wire that goes live when the ignition is switched on. Then you can posi-tap your accessory to live ignition wire (that's gonna be your positive), with the negative lead connecting into another ground wire or the chassis. I recommend you use a fuse so that you do not damage your electrical system in the event of electrical malfunction. Don't take my word as gospel though. Do your research. Good luck!

Thanks for the video Jack; straight forward. BTW, I'm looking at the seat replacement for mine. Can you tell us what is your inseam and does the new seat effect being able to reach the ground?

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. The tall seat by Seatconcepts works well enough for me. I am just shy of 6'0 and maybe have an inseam of 32 or 33. It's about 1.5 inches taller than stock, so what i did before buying the new seat was throw some old clothes on the seat until it was a little higher, then i sat on the bike to get a feel for it. Do keep in mind that the seat change means you go from sitting "in" the bike to "on" the bike. I personally am happy with how the new seat is. I can get my feet flat on the ground but obviously with not as much solidness as before

Just remember what hours of vibration and chafing will do to everything. Water gets in everything also.

Hey!! That little bar that you mounted your cell phone holder and your compass on!! Where did you find that?? I have been looking everywhere and I cannot find one for my verses 300 windshield!!!!. Nice video!!

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

www.amazon.com/Qiilu-Navigation-Bracket-Motorcycle-Versys/dp/B0875Y4JBH/ref=sr_1_26_sspa?keywords=versys+x300+mounting+bar&qid=1648002537&sr=8-26-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExR0Y1Tk5ESUxWN01VJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTg2NjY0MzIzMDNSRUMxS1BWVSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDUxMDYzMUlFQ0NJMUc2N1dUQSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Great videa Jack, thank you for making it. I have a question regarding your universal storage tubes. What type of clamps did you use that connect the holes from the tube mounting bracket to bars on your pannier rack? A regular hose clamp changed out for a longer bolt?

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

The storage tubes came with their own clamps and I was simply able to use those (with a little finagling)

@markhoesman3337

2 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Ah, okay. Thank you very much Jack. Very kind of you to replay. Keep up the good work!

I have the tall seat coming this week after almost two months waiting. I hope it's better than that damn stock rock; my ass can't take much more. I did put some highway pegs on my crash bars that sit down and out a bit and that makes a huge difference on trips.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

You'll see that it changes the sitting position pretty dramatically. You go from sitting "in" the bike to sitting "on" the bike. Hope you have long legs!

@Chocolate_dragon

3 жыл бұрын

The stock seat softened up or my ass got harder. I have 3,000 miles on my bike, and ran ride gas station to gas station without feeling any discomfort. My only complaint is I wish the front of the seat was up about an inch so my nuts don't slide into the gas tank.

If you have the version of the fog lights that have both yellow and white light options that the lights have a correct orientation. The wire coming out of the light should be down and not on the top. This will make the yellow/fog light point lower and the white /high beam point further out in front.

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

I do not have the Kawasaki brand accessory headlghts. But yes, good point, we should always check that our lights aren't upside down because that will affect high and low beam settings

@mbarr691

2 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi I don't have the Kawasaki brand lights either mine are the Zmoon Driving/Fog lights 60w.

Have you experimented with any sprocket changes for example 1 tooth up in front and maybe 2 teeth down in back?

@MartialGandhi

7 ай бұрын

I have not. I know it is a popular modification, but the stock configuration works well enough. If you do the mod, 6th gear would probably become too tall and you'll find yourself lugging the engine in 6th, especially when loaded up.

Great review. In no other videos have I see anyone lift up the seat to display the storage. Those rear pannier rack bars ....are they pannker bars or just crash bars? Or both? If panniers I would have liked to see what panniers you have. I'm seriously thinking of getting this bike as my first all round bike.

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

The versys x300 is a fantastic bike but putting pannier bags on it does create a decent amount of wind resistance, which makes it slow down a lot at high speeds and requires you to spend most of your time in 5th gear. Anyway, what you see is a Givi pannier rack, not designed to be protective. I have wolfman rocky mountain adventure racks panniers i use sometimes, but lately I've found riding with an oversized duffel on the back lengthwise is way better for cutting down in wind and convenience.

I made the mistake of removing the bar weights (and destroying them in the process) because couldn't find any good handguards just some cheap MX. Then later to get more wind protection I ended up buying the barkbuster with the extra weights to reduce vibration. Not cheap but the extra end weights did the trick. But for offroad I think your handguards are better because you can tilt those forward. Can you? Without hiting your fairing when tilting the handlebar?

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! For more information on how i kept my bar weights while installing the off-brand barkbusters, i have many comments about that below, as well as the specific model of off brand barkbuster i purchased. Regarding your question, unfortunately there is a lot of hardware in the handlebar area that gets in the way of installing the barkbusters exactly how you want them. Yes, there is no contact between the plastic handguards and the fairing/windscreen , even when i turn the steering column, but i really had to bend the aluminum of the handguards in very creative ways and massage the installation.

the idea with the bungeenet on the fueltank ist genious! i addet a full case system and a tankcase to my versys. i just like this big evil touring enduro style almost as i like the faces when i tell some GS Drivers that it's just an 300ccm bike that totally keeps up with their warships on wheels 😅 really cool vid, but you gotta tell me where you've got this compass!

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I use the bungee net all the time. It holds my water bottle and also my riding gloves whenever I take breaks. Sometimes I even use it to carry takeout food. So yeah, great item. The compass, not so much. All the water evaporated out of it and it is totally useless, maybe I'll buy a different brand but, come to think of it, I'm not sure if these types of compasses are designed to handle the vibration of a motorcycle.

So if I understand correctly there is some under seat storage stock in the bike I assume like the old 1980s - 2000s Ninja 250s & 500s the seat releases with a key? That would make a lockable storage compartment that would come in handy

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thats right. It locks!

@artwebb6939

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi thanks!

Good video! Can you please supply the link for the modification to the front turn signals to make them stay on

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. The link for the video i used is in the video description. The Mod requires wiring the headlights with diodes and resistors. If you do decide to switch your lighting over to LEDs, i highly suggest that you get a big pack of resistors with different values so you can experiment, because the low draw of LED lights means you have to be very precise (I think the sweet spot for 1.5-2.0 Watt LED lights is somewhere between 50 and 100 ohms). Also, take a look at a wiring diagram because depending on where you wire it you may end up having your rear turn signals as running lights as well. Good luck.

Hi Jack, Thanks for sharing. I would like to know more about the hand guards you put on. I like that you were able to keep the factory bar ends on. Can you share where you bought them or a link to them? I also tried to find the video about it that you mentioned but was unable to. I appreciate any info you can give.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the video! search "JFG-RACING Black Handguards Hand Guards - Universal for 7/8" and 1 1/8" Brush Bar For off Road ATV Yamaha Kawasaki Suzuki For Honda Motorcycle Pit Dir " on Amazon and you'll see the product i used. Sorry, but i cannot find the installation video that i mention in the video. But it's relatively straightforward once you manage to get the bar ends off, which is a bit of a tedious process but doable. If you look in your bar end you'll see a screw. You will need to replace this with a longer screw and washer when you add the handguards. The size you're looking for is M6-1.00 (search "socket cap screw")though the actual length of it that you'll need escapes me. I remember ordering 75mm, 80mm, and 90mm sizes. The screw cant be too long and it can't be too short. I think 80mm is the length you need but not 100% sure. you can order all three and one of them will surely fit. Hope this helps!

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Also just want to add that you will need to bend the handguards to make them fit and manipulate the hardware in a creative manner to get around the front brake master cylinder and all the other things on the handlebars that might impede installation. But it's doable.

What does your temperature Guage typically read? 3 or 4 squares? Mine runs at 4 around town and typically 3 squares at 60-65 mph. I think that's common on these bikes but wanted to ask. Thanks

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

If im stuck in traffic on a warm day it goes up so that theres one bar left until you hit the maximum. Ive never seen it go higher than that though.

@Rjako1

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Thanks, mine is normal then.

You have lots of similar mods to my Suzuki Inazuma haha

Very nice! Is it possible to ask for a link or model number of the tool tubes you have under both sides of the seat? Thanx!

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. It's the big size MOTO4U Tubes. hopefully this link works: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KYCD4M5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I think you can find them cheaper if you look around though. Please note that while they do work, they are a very tight fit in terms of putting the cap on and off and being able to clear the rear turn signal lights.

Why not mount the PDM60 fuse box inside the front cowling? That saves you from running every circuit from the battery compartment to the front.

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment. Very interesting idea... I think a disadvantage might be that you'd have to splice it in to a wire carrying power rather than connecting to a terminal directly which can create a point of vulnerability (if you could even find a wire beefy enough to handle all that voltage). Also, the pdm60 has little flashing lights on it that diagnose circuits in case of an issue, and having to take off the cowling each time to diagnose a circuit is a pain. Additionally there really isnt a lot of room under the cowling, and anything you put there is more exposed to the elements than the part underneath the seat, plus you'd have to figure out a way to mount it or it would just dangle . I guess finally if for whatever reason you wanted to install an accessory on the rear of the motorcycle than you'd have to run an extremely long wire going back the other way. I think what you suggest might work on other motorcycles but i dont think id do that on the x300 personally.

The list of modifications on your bike is long. But that is what I like about the X300 in that there are so many accessories available. What LED light did you find to replace the back reflector underneath the larger Back / brake light? I've changed over all my lighting to LED as well and that reflector to LED swap would be a good thing to do. Thank you. I have a video here on KZread showing how to change the front sprocket from the factory 14 Tooth Rubber Cushion to a J.T. Sprocket's 15 Tooth Rubber Cushion sprocket. The J.T. Sprocket's 15 Tooth Rubber Cushion is desirable to keep the gear noise down to stock loudness but make the gearing taller to reduce the RPM by about 10%. You can't go bigger than a 15 Tooth or the bike computer does several things to the dashboard (blanks the gear indicator, illuminates the ABS and Check Eng. lights and displays 2 error codes. So the computer has limits and 15 Tooth is it.

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. While the 15 tooth sprocket is a popular modification, i actually find the stock size to be the most appropriate for all situations. The x300 is designed to rev pretty high, and the gear ratio, i agree, can be a little wonky in the low gears but i wouldn't want to make 5th or 6th any taller than they are now. As for the LED fender replacement, the reflector size and design is pretty standard, so it should be really easy to find one online for around 8 dollars.

Nice mods, What handguards did you get? Also I think that the lifhts next to the fornt wheel are at risk of braking if you drop the bike.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! I believe I linked the handguards in another comment here. As for the lights, I was worried about that too, but actually that is not the case. There is enough of a buffer zone if I drop the bike that the edge of the tire and the handlebars create a gap that protects the lights from being smashed, assuming the bike is laid down on a flat surface.

The secondary LED brake light!! Where'd you find that?? I really like that add on!! 👍😁

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Try searching "rear reflector auxiliary light motorcycle". Pretty easy setup. Just wire it to the brake light wires and you're good to go!

Hi I know the video is 3yr old but do you remember where you bought the center stand im looking for one for my versys-x 300 and looks like you had nothing negative to say about the one you have. If you do remember let me know please. And thanks for the video 👍

@MartialGandhi

7 ай бұрын

Here you go www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VSFB8Y1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm very interested in the mods. Especially the led lights that were upgraded. Can you share the bulbs make/part # of the bulbs as I've not changed any yet but it should be done soon. Thank you.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Compatibility shouldn't be an issue. 1157 for the rear brake light. 194 for the turn signal bulbs. Any H4 bulb for the headlight will work just make sure the size of each is similar to the original. You need an LED relay if you decide the change the turn signals.

@trekOCLVone

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Thank you for your response. Any help with the LED "relay" or is it a resistor to deal with the 12Volts ?

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@trekOCLVone yep! Type in 2 prong led turn signal relay... It should be plug and play and cost around 10 dollar's. Its a 3 minute replacement.

@trekOCLVone

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi I'm held up by one thing - where on the Versys is the turn signal relay. I spend 1/2 hour looking everywhere that can be seen without removing faring or plastic panels. With no clue where is it I am stuck. Thank you.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@trekOCLVone take off the seat. Its hard to find because its located underneath the thick bar of the frame, i forget on which side. Its a small box, maybe an 4 cm by 4cm in a rubber sleeve. It should be shaped like a cube but with a plastic part sticking out of one side. Good luck

Hey, nice mods! Same bike here. Curious, do the anti-vibration weights in the handlebars still work with the barkbusters? ps: get better footpegs ;)

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they do work with my off-brand generic barkbusters. But i needed a much longer bolt in order for the installation to work. There is another video from an Indian youtuber installing a similar set of hand protectors on his x300 using this process. You should try searching for it.

@onthepegs

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi I searched and searched but nothing. Do you have it saved in your watch history maybe? Thx!

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@onthepegs Nope, couldnt find it either. Here is my reply to another commenter on the installation process which should help. "But it's relatively straightforward once you manage to get the bar ends off, which is a bit of a tedious process but doable. If you look in your bar end you'll see a screw. You will need to replace this with a longer screw and washer when you add the handguards. The size you're looking for is M6-1.00 (search "socket cap screw")though the actual length of it that you'll need escapes me. I remember ordering 75mm, 80mm, and 90mm sizes. The screw cant be too long and it can't be too short. I think 80mm is the length you need but not 100% sure. you can order all three and one of them will surely fit. Hope this helps!"

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Basically i kept the bar weights in and put a longer screw to fit the barkbusters on.

Hi can you tell us the part # for the rear blinkers LEDs? Thank you.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

If you're referring the the amber LED Turn Signal lights they're the 194 type. Lots of companies make generic ones, but the bulb is 194 shape. I tried finding the ones that draw the most current for maximum brights. Should be around 2 watts. Hope that helps!

@massimozanardi6457

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Thank you. The ones listed on SUPERBRIGHTLEDS for the Versys 300 do not fit. Thanks again.

@massimozanardi6457

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Sorry to bug you again. There are several of the 194 type base, which one did you buy. Again thank you for your time.

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@massimozanardi6457 not a problem. I'm having trouble Postin g a link but they were on Amazon. Search "Brishine extremely bright led". I got those in both amber as well as white for the front running lights and the license plate light. The actual Led bulb has a metal Plate that connects to the terminals rather than a filament wrapped around plastic. Both will work for the versys

@massimozanardi6457

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Thank you for help, much appreciated.

Looking for a taller seat for the versys Thanks 🙏

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

Seatconcepts makes a tall seat for the versys. That's the one in the video.

@greeneking77

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi You said you are lighter rider, how much do you weigh?

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

@@greeneking77 160 pounds. Obviously would weigh more with all my gear on. I am happy with the -0.5 lower density foam from seatconcepts. I don't think i would like it to be much firmer.

👍👍

Name of after market seat pls?

@MartialGandhi

Жыл бұрын

Its made by seatconcepts. They offer you the ability to customize yours based on your weight and needs.

Me encanta esta moto

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Gracias para haber visto mi video! De hecho es una moto excelente!

Did you notice any extra vibrations after installing the hand guards? :)

@MartialGandhi

3 жыл бұрын

No, but you need to keep the original bar weights, otherwise the vibration is awful.

@SamiNami

3 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi Thank you. I will def go with your solution.

👍👌🗽

"the forks were too big for the brackets" Lol, they are suppose to attach to the crashbars.

@MartialGandhi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the commrnt. If you put your lights on the crash bars of your x300, then every time you need to remove the fairing for a repair, you need to not only remove the crash bars themselves, but also the lights that you've just attached to them. I decided to attempt to mount them to the forks, and since they sell kits specifically for that its clearly a thing that people do.

@peterfranklin6021

2 жыл бұрын

@@MartialGandhi cool, definately a good idea. I was just saying that if they brackets are too small, thats probably why. I just bought a myself a versys a week and a half ago. LOVING it so far. I did a nine hour ride with a friend, about 80% offroad. Lots a gnarly ruts and rocky hills. One thing no one mentions is that in first gear, the bike idles at 4-5km/h which is insane, and excellent. I giggle with glee every time i engine break down a gnarly hill at a snails crawl, no clutch needed.

Never rely on more lights for cars to see you. Ride defensively.

@Deepmaster6

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe a better way to phrase this is, “Light your bike up as much as you can but always remember to ride as if they still can’t see you!”