2021 Honda CRF300L | The Best of the Affordable Dual Sports? 

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When I bought my 300L I was 6’5” and 250 lbs. I’m now down to 220 lbs. I haven’t managed to get any shorter but this has been the best power mod I’ve found for the bike.

This guys reviews are genuinely 5 out of 5 very well done

I’m sure emissions is the reason, but this bike should have been a 400cc bike. The EPA and their Euro counterparts ruin everything.

without a doubt, your 30min+ bike reviews are not only really enjoyable to watch but also educational. I watch almost every review, even bikes that dont interest me because its from you. Keep it up!

The front brake line has a PVC sheath…..where it slides up & down through a slider on the left side of the dash. Use a heat gun….gently heat the PVC sheath and bend it slightly to curve forward. When it cools the PVC sheath will retain its forward bend and the brake line will remain out of your way and not block your view of the dash. It only takes a slight curve forward and it will be out of your way.

One of the best , most honest reviewers I have ever experienced, look forward to every review you do, Great Work!

Man, you do a great job with your reviews. I really appreciate the opinions that are logically based. No frills and no BS. You’re delivery is really well received.

I bought one of these yesterday. I felt comfortable doing so because of the quality of this review.

Ian, once again excelling at thorough, thought provoking, and factual summary of another bike. So many folks have, and are still, reviewing this bike but you've captured the broad strokes and some nuance details in one stop. Thanks much. I'm still on the Rally waiting list (only 2 ahead of me at the local dealer though!) - maybe swapping tags in July!

I think someone is falling in love with smaller displacement bikes lately :) Can't blame you, I'm the same. Light is right.

Very honest and detailed... probably the best review of CRF 300 ever.

Im in my 50s and have been riding Honda my entire life. Always my fav n always will. They have always been great from generators to small bikes n 3 wheelers to my 230..❤️

Had a DRZ that I rode off road for 6 years including the OR dual sport series. It was heavy, had brittle engine cases, and needed a 6th. And, it sounded great. Like all Suzukis, it was bullet proof & the suspension was OK. I replaced it with a KTM 450 EXC which was higher maintenance but much better all around.

Thanks for the great review. The CRF300L Rally is at the top of my list. I’m a novice rider, 5’ 10”, 180# and I live in the Wasatch mountains in Utah. I sent messages out to all the Honda dealers in the state a few days ago asking about price and availability. I got a call back the next morning from a smaller town dealership down south. A guy had cancelled his deposit on a Rally ABS the evening before. I’m going to pick it up on Saturday. 👍

I was just about to purchase the Crf but I watched your review on the KLX and went with it. Great bike. Both bikes are very good.

I really enjoy watching this review (especially offroad drive), it also shows small details that a beginner biker might not be aware of. That's 10 out of 10. Thank you

I’ve watched Itchy boots use this on her adventure and I’m amazed at how well it works for her. She is a skilled rider, she is a tiny person and she did change the suspension. I am none of those things so last week I bought A 2022 CRF450RL. Time will tell if I made the right choice. Just ordered the Throttle Tamer and the Seat Concepts Comfort XL so LET THE MODS BEGIN! Woot Woot

Have 6xxx awesome miles on the CRF including a 1100 mile trip on the BRP and Dragon area in TN. It’s brilliant. This and a GS is the perfect combo. Mine will do 84 mph on a flat road w no wind, but it isn’t fun and not what it’s designed for. It’s a simple cheap last forever dual sport.

Dude, you have really hit your stride with your bike reviews. Think that you create & present some of the best & most interesting motorcycle videos on youtube, balancing the provision of detailed information with much appreciated entertainment - I've yet to watch a bike review that didn't that didn't put a smile on my face whilst moving my imminent adventure bike purchase decision forward. Plus, the intro and accompanying music on this video was all by itself worth the visit to your channel. Big Rock Moto Rocks...Big!

I had a 1985 Honda XR-350. The single carburetor model. Probably my all time favorite motorcycle. Very reliable, did the suspension mods for my weight, with heavier springs. Never burned oil once I went to Mobil 1 synthetic 4T motorcycle 10w-40 with my oil changes. Just a great bike, I kept it for a long, long time. Honda has come a long way, with this bike. So much improvement.

You definitely make the best motorcycle reviews on RU-vid, I went with the klx300 after your review on it and I’m glad I did! Thank you! 😎

Ian, great to see the review, likely one of your most anticipated reviews. I could feel your pain on the bottoming out areas! It would be really interesting like you said to try that bike with a good suspension upgrade. The 300L is a great bike though for sure. Funny 😁 the outtakes, I can see you saying "I love my job" , ride safe! Thanks

I appreciate your review. I’m a first time on-road bike owner, and I just bought a brand new 2022 300LA, I absolutely agree with your assessment and I Am extremely happy with my purchase so far, even though I live in the northeast, and I won’t truly be able to enjoy it till about the middle of the month of may. Thanks!

Best motorcycle reviews on RU-vid. Great work, thank you.

I love the way this video starts, the music and the bike riding are top notch.. although i always wonder why dual sports cost so much more than the similar spec naked bike.

At 65 years old, I'm looking for my final enduro. The suspension is a deal killer here. Thanks for the review.

mate -- I hope your leg is all right! I did something not dissimilar around Christmas last year and it took a couple of months or more to sort itself out. Really enjoyed this review a lot. Very thorough -- thanks for doing it.

One of the best bike review videos I've ever seen. Thanks for your hard work!

The front brake line is routed that way to allow for full suspension travel without excessively flexing and stressing the brake hose.

Excellent Review. I own one and I agree one pretty much everything you said. Although, for me, the suspension is not an issue. I've owned an enduro before and yes, the suspensions was not even comparable. But the crf300l, being lower seated, a plush suspension, it can go everywhere. I went in some path that only jeeps could go. The first gear is so low and the engine is so torquy, I don't have to touch the clutch lever in hard terrain. It is not an enduro, it's a go everywhere bike. When I intend to go far and hit the highway for long distances, I take my KTM 1190r :)

Excellent review. I always learn more about motorcycling in general with each of your reviews. This could be a really good bike for back country trips with suspension upgrades and the right tires! Thanks.

I am planning on my first dual sport (first motorcycle actually) and just he mentions at the beginning, the dualsport is what attracted me to getting a bike in the first place. For the moment my #1 choice is the crf300l rally. This review was amazing and earned a subscribed even if it was the first videos ive seen from him. 5/5 quality review

Just spent a day course in a quarry. Most of the street legal bikes were KTM but there was als a CRF300L. The KTM are way more aggressive, fun but also harder to control. The CRF300L is super easy to control and super confidence inspiring. Absolutely awesome bike, especially considering the reliability and the price. I yet have to get my hands on a Husky 701.

After changing the springs on my DRZ for my weight (230-240), I will always do it as an early mod. Makes a huge difference.

Great job Ian. You've got your presentation nailed. Looking forward to hearing the DRZ4000 review.

Just bought myself a Honda CRF 300 rally 2023 left over. Love it 😊

I've owned mine since Sept and ride it on logging roads and single track. New tires are mandatory and make a world of difference. I also upgraded front spring and dropped a tooth on front sprocket. Love that it's basically zero maintenance. Also replaced bars and of course a skid plate

Thanks for posting this excellent review and I hope you're feeling better soon! After initial 600 mile oil and filter change, manual recommends oil change every 8,000 miles, filter every 16,000 miles. I'd do both every 4,000.

Thank you for this in-depth review at the expense of hurting yourself. Hope you have a speedy recovery. 😊

As always Great review Ian, I’m not slightly interested in a 300 dual sport but enjoy your work so I stuck with it till the end. I hope you’re not injured badly.

Stock tires on my 300L were not Dunlops, I think they were IRC tires, fyi. (Virginia, USA)

You should increase rev limit from stock 7.5k to 9.5k if you did your initial oil change. It will help with top speed on the highway (not much but it will help). Procedure is described in the manual…

You helped me decide on the 300 Rally. Now that it has Rally Raid suspension it’s really making me reconsider the #1 favorite all time dual sport that is currently the WR250R.

I ordered the race tech suspension, new handlebars and hand guards, seat concepts seat and have the R80 bags. In central and south America you really don't need more than this. With livestock, horse carts and dogs chasing you, 60mph is plenty. Hope you feel better Ian, thanks for the review.

Excellent review, Ian. Really hope that quad heals up without any complications or surgery needed. Thank you so much for your amazing channel!

Due to the sand tracks we have locally, my choice was the DRZ400E model. Having ridden a WRF280 in sand, it had had adequate power for sand, but it was frenetic to ride for long distances with any comfort. I had tried Honda XR250, DRZ250, KLX300 and of those the KLX300 was more stable in sand and had adequate power. The problem with the KLX is the tank size is limited by the perimeter frame. You can adapt an Acerbis 20L petrol tank to either of the XR and DRZ 250's. My question is have Honda made the rear subframe strong enough for taking luggage weight. I have spent 5 years riding a Tiger 800XCx and while it was a great all road tourer, the size and weight does limit where you choose to ride it. I am back to riding the DRZ400 now. Yes the gearbox ratios are weird ( I fitted a ACT gear set to simulate a 6 speed box spread), the suspension needs stiffening, but there are a lot of after market products to suit the bike. Lack of fuel range would limit this bike in countries which fuel stations are 300-400 km apart.

Great review as always. Spent 2 years with crf250l. Rear suspension is decent for a brisk pace with preload added and i'm at 220#. Ultimately i sold it due to the lack of highway peformance and got a 21' cb500x. Loved the 250 but loving the 500 even more. Bummer about your leg! Get well soon!

Great review! I liked the level of detail, balanced comments (what you liked/did not like), and the comparisons to other bikes. Thank you for your work on this.

Big Rock Moto, my casual observation: It looks like this bike suits you better than other bikes you owned, such as the KTM 690, WR250, and maybe even the Tenere if you care about low mpg, quiet, smoothness, low weight, and easy seat height, etc. Suspension, brakes, and tires are easy to fix.

Having owned my Rally for a while now (I bought it before the craze began). I think your review is spot on. As a new and relatively light rider (165lbs.), I have not had issues with the suspension and I can upgrade as my skill increases. The bike has enough power to cruise at 70 to 75mph, but it does not feel particularly stable at those speeds, especially with a cross wind. For me the biggest negative is a snatchy throttle which is really noticeable doing slow speed maneuvers in 1st gear. Even with a Throttle Tamer I have not been able to fix it.

This bike is definitely on my list of desireable bikes, thanks for another great review (from the UK)

Very nice review. I'm not a fast off road rider so I think this bike will work for me. Thanks for answering my question, Ian!

Great Review Ian! A friend of mine is looking to purchase the CRF300L. You really can't beat it for the cost and durability. Problem is, they sell them out as soon as they arrive at the dealerships. Enjoyed the outtakes and I hope your leg is feeling much better. Cheers!

Awesome review as always. This bike really goes to show that you just can't have everything. Power=weight, power + light weight= $$$, offroad capable= sacrificing suspension for hiway, offroad + hiway supension= $$$$. I think if I was looking at a Honda CRF I would be asking myself just what I'm looking for. If I'm riding mainly offroad I would look at the 250. If I'm doing more road/hiway miles or I was looking at a SuMo bike? I would probably spend the extra money for the 450L which a lot of ppl forget about.

At the end are the best parts :) Thank you for adding those moments.

Just picked up a new 2022 today. I already agree about the suspension, after riding it home for 50 miles. Full race tech is on the way. Nonetheless, I’m thrilled that I bought this bike and can’t wait to get it on the trails. It’s the perfect compliment to my ATAS.

I had an XT225 when I was younger, and I loved to take it just about anywhere. This is a much more capable machine that I would have loved even more, but I have a WR250R now that I'm sure it's much more capable at more aggressive off road riding. It's good to have options for all kinds of riders.

Noraly is actually doing what many of us would love to.

I love your reviews! Great work, thanks! Waiting for the part 2 on the Honda 300 rally.

I am giggling like a 18 year old with the news of this legend coming to our shores in India. I am so so so excited man, Itchy boots fan here ..

Another great review Ian, thanks. Comparison notes, or two cents, from a 190 pound 6' 2" tall KLX300 owner: Suspension, suspension, suspension is the difference. Keeping the wheels on the ground I have never bottomed the suspension on my KLX, and this is at stock settings. The KLX gives you rear rebound, compression and preload and front compression adjustments for more aggressive riders. And on highway speeds, my KLX300 at sea level easily pulls 80 mph (GPS adjusted) even with a light headwind. I still wouldn't want to play with the tractor trailers for more than a couple of exits but I can play in traffic at 70 mph and have a bit of power left over on the KLX. So after watching this review I'm glad I went with the KLX. And a note on seats, the KLX came with what felt like a 2x6 board for a seat. It never felt bad on the trails but when I sat for an hour or more road riding it was kinda horrible. But Seat Concepts, for only $219, was the perfect cure. All in all thanks again Ian for another great review and I hope the leg heals up quickly.

10/10 From Australia - Excellent review Aaron, really hung on every word you said and trust your opinion. Thank you for your contribution to reviewing the MT 450 - Im am purchasing one untested based on real reviews like yours.

5 days now I am proud to be an owner of this bike. I am 75 kilos and 1.73 cm and the bike fits amazing on me and the suspension feels great! I haven't done any serious off road but believe me the greek cretan roads where I leave are very bad.. before his I owned a kawasaki kaze r115 and the and the deference of course is chaotic. I rent the previous model 250l for a couple of days before I purchase my 300l and the experience you get is by far far better. The way it delivers its power its amazing.. bravo honda ! This bike is epic! Amazing video kepp up!!

Not sure what is available easily in the States but in the UK a simple £240 YSS shock and rider matched spring is easily fitted and transforms the bike. To be honest anyone buying a CRF should budget for this simple upgrade👍

Went with the KLX, had the suspension tuned and dropped by the magicians at Noleen. It’s an amazingly perfect trail bike now. The suspension even though dropped two inches is so perfect that I don’t miss the ground clearance one bit. The suspension is perfectly balanced and allows for a lot more carry speed. Being lowered, it is so much more enjoyable on the tight stuff. Added the amazing Fasstflex bars to it and bigger pegs. Perfection.

I can't wait to see how it is offroad. I weight 250lbs so I stiffened the preload. On the road, the suspension is nice, smooth and corners very well. I went on the back roads a bit and found that the shock doesn't dampen enough but the spring seems to handle it pretty well but the shock is bouncy. I do intend to upgrade the suspension but for now I will use it as is. We still have snow in the trails in my part of Canada so I was not able to try it offroad. I'm hoping that it will perform good enough to putt around the trails. First dual sport so hopefully I will love this bike lol.

Thanks for the review! Just got my KLX but this is very useful. I like softer shocks for my weight & type of riding, quite perfect for my commute & maybe minor trails, thanks again!

Was original planning on buying a cheap dual sport, and this was one of my choices. But now I’m leaning towards the Rally, 500x or the 390Adv. Thanks for the content brother, KEEP FEEDING US! 👌🏽

I was seriously considering this bike, but after seeing the freeway test I know it's not going to be the right motorcycle for me. Very useful review of this bike because it gave me the information I needed. Thanks!

Thanks for the thorough review! Good luck with your leg recovery!

Great reviews, thank you! I watched your entire interview. In the 1990s, I used to own a XR250L, way underpowered. Sold that and bought a used XR350R--fantastic bike for off-road. I also have a XR650L---which is better to my 6.4" frame and 240lbs. 36hp I believe.

I'm 6'2" . Feels high for me . I can't imagine someone under 6' feeling comfortable. Upgraded the suspension after 1100 km. What a difference!

I rode my XR650L from Prudhoe to Ushuaia and just changed the front sprocket as needed and changed out tires too. I rode mostly 80/20 tires even on the Dalton and Ruta 40. Really liked the simplicity reliability of the Honda. I tried a CRF250L for a thousand miles but just not enough grunt.

Excellent review , detailed informations , and happy you named twice Noraly ! hi !

Uwielbiam tą pasję z jaką Paweł opowiada o motocyklach. Ogrom wiedzy eksperckiej praktycznie o każdej maszynie jest imponujący a bagaż doświadczeń podróżniczym godny pozazdroszczenia. Kto wie, może i ja kiedyś dorosnę do HD 😊

Thanks - been enjoying your videos as a new follower. I have a Rally coming and came across an ECU reflash for 91 Octane by '550 Performance' out of Wisconsin and have seen others talking about fantastic results with this relatively inexpensive mod.. something worth looking into perhaps.

Your reviews are just terrific. I just reserved a 300L Rally due next month. I'm 6'2" and 205lbs so definitely will upgrade suspension first. I can get the K-Tech Razor suspension front and back for about $650 total. I'm not seeing a lot of reviews on K-tech though. Any word on that? If it's a pretty good suspension then wouldn't $650 over cost of the 300L would be well worth it over the KLX300 if the rest of the bike is top notch? I'm stoked either way because my off road riding is more in the realm of put putting in an adventure state of mind. What are your thoughts?

That's a beautiful area you're filming at. Looks like the Big Bear/Arrowhead/Crestline part of California. Beautiful scenery. Enjoy!

Your reviews are excellent, very complete and methodical, and you're very honest! Thank you

Excellent work Ian. I love dual sports; 2019 XT250 owner here. I sat on the "rally version" of this bike and the seat heat intimidated me a little bit as a newer rider but now I've come to appreciate the 300L extra displacement and 6th gear. I doubt i'd ever give up the XT though as I've invested too much in aftermarket goodies and spare parts- love that bike ;-D

Quality review on this bike. I appreciate the amount of work and how thorough you are on all your bike reviews. The suspension is totally inadequate…You are remarkably forgiving on the review for a bike that is not rideable by many looking for a dual sport. Suspension components cost a lot which negates one of the best features of the bike. So if you have the know-how and are willing to spend the money for a quality rear shock & spring and front fork springs this is really a $6500 - $7000 motorcycle. Do that and you have a great $7000 bike… A better question is why reward Honda by buying this? Maybe the KLX300 or DRZ400 aren’t that bad of a choice. Also as you approach that $7000 price point it really opens up other possibilities to, “What can I get for the same amount of money?”.

One of the best 300L reviews Ian and I have watched them all. I also own a 300L with a ton of mods, suspension incoming. I have seen a lot of your videos and enjoy the content, would love to see you smile now and again though :)

Yup That Was Me Today ON My New 2 Day Old XR 150LS . This Thing Is Too Much Fun . I Had More Fun In 1st & 2nd Gear OffRoading Than ON The Highway In 5th Gear . I Never Realized A Low CC 1 Cylinder Bike Could Be So Much Fun .

I had the 250L and loved it. I sold it and bought an Africa Twin. I really liked it also BUT the weight eventually got to me. I replaced it with the 300L Rally. Yes, it is under sprung, however, I replaced the rear shock and front fork spring with K-Tech for my weight 255 lbs). Rear Shock $545. Front spring $93. Makes a big difference. I am not a real aggressive rider, I just like to explore. You can do the replacement work yourself, just take your time and one step at a time. Also, for the shorter rider, KoubaLink makes a lowering link ($179) that should resolve the height issue. Tusk makes at least three different soft luggage options for this type of bike. So, there it is, you buy this bike and invest a grand and your off on your own adventure exploring. Well worth the money. I wish I would have done this when I was much younger. P.S. Throw in a skid plate and handguards, another $250. Now you can go anywhere!

I was going to buy the 300 rally but bought a used KTM 690 Enduro after researching the power and suspension upgrades I would eventually do. Does seem like a nice bike for the price.

Excellent review, one of the most comprehensives as always

Hi there Big Rock!!! Here Patrick from the Netherlands.... A quality video, as always, keep up the good work. I have GS Ralley 2017, but in the market for a 2023 Honda CRF300L, because like you said.... it puts up a lot of smiles...... and suspension is easily upgraded! See ya!!!!

Another great review. Your review are always half hour but seems so short…means you do a great job. Tks! I’m still lost and I ‘m sure ( I really hope 😉) at the end you will make the comparison between the 3…CRF300L, KLX 300 and DRZ. I’m an experienced on road rider, start slowly Forest road with my Strom 650 but really need a dual sport who will be exclusively for off road, Forest road and easy single trail. Problem, I’m a big guy, 6’3 for 240 so which one…..I like the idea of the 300 rally but it will need 1000$ of upgraded suspension and now we are in the price range of the DRZ and XR650L . Ian! Help me..😅. More seriously, keep doing amazing job and fast recovery.

I can maintain 70-75mph with my 6'3" 260lb self with gear on the interstate with the CRF300L Rally comfortably. Feels better on the road than I did on the WRRs I've had. Got it up to 85mph going downhill with a tailwind but could wind up to 80mph to pass in 6th no problem.

Great review Ian, subscribed. It's a shame the dream dual sport you mentioned hasn't been built. It would be the bike built for the adventure all the big bikes market themselves for. I waited a year for the teased Honda Rally 450 before buying a 450L and spending thousands building what the manufacturers choose not to offer. I suppose they don't offer it because it would cut away at the Africa Twin profits. Thanks for showing people why you want at least 400cc for riding on the highway safety.

the most informative review for this bike, great work! Thank you very much.

Wonderful review. It has helped me finalize my motorcycle directions with the details you provided. In my younger years (early '70s), I road only Hondas. My first was the That XL250 was wonderful and fit my needs to go on trails and also the highway. One time I had my younger brother on the back and we cruised along the Vermont interstate getting up to almost 75 miles per hour if we tucked in. Unfortunately, I sold it while in college. (I did recently find a 1974 XL250 - needs a bit of work.) I was motorcycle-less until about 15 years ago. He sold me his 1986 BMW R80 RT after he bought his first brand new touring BMW. The bike was fun enough to ride, but just wasn't right. I traded with his cousin for a 1982 BMW R65. It had less of the touring "stuff" on it but still wasn't quite right - several wear and tear issues. In April 2017 preparing for my retirement, I bought my second new motorcycle - a 2016 Africa Twin. I considered the CRF250 but I now weigh as much as my brother and I combined back in 1974. The CFR 250 would not quite do it as my only motorcycle. I also consider the CB500X, but it did not have the current features back then. The Africa Twin is a tall motorcycle for someone with a 30 inch inseam - and in reality a returning rider with rusty skills. I almost dropped the Africa Twin on the initial ride home when I stalled it at a traffic light with a left turn and railroad tracks. The OEM seat was already in the low position. Honda's low seat was on order. The low seat helped but my built-in cushioning wanted more on the Africa Twin. Ultimately, I purchased a Sargent low seat. It has more cushioning. Both the Honda low-seat and the Sargent seat have me at best close to the balls one my feet - tip-toe is probably a more accurate description. On the highway and local roads, I have no real issues with the seat hight. The Africa Twin handles the interstate so smoothly that I found myself in the fast lane at speeds I could never approach with my XL250. A State Trooper even verified the degree of excess speed. Afterwards I looked at my GPS tracks that showed me a bit slower. I suspect that when I took my helmet off and he saw my white hair and beard, he was probably expecting a younger person. He gave me a warning. (I believe my veteran plate also helped.) I had been considering selling my Africa Twin. It has very low mileage since I road very little during Covid days and with some health issues just before that. But I would miss the the highway and back road capabilities of the Africa Twin. The CFR300 would be fun for trail riding. I can lower the suspension an inch more which would allow me to be solidly on the balls of my feet. I decided that I need to get that 1974 XL250 running again for those short off road adventures and enjoy them like Noraly. Thank you for your in depth review. Hope that leg healed quickly.

Thanks Ian. Great work. I think honda had a set market in mind with this bike. If it had 350cc or above engine and a bit bigger fuel tank and better suspension. It will be damn close to perfect dual sport.

Awesome detailed overview and much appreciated since it's one on my radar. Really appreciate the ending cuts too because I make that exact same face when I fumble over my words making videos.

Advice to you.... You often say "Me being honest" Of course, that's what we want & looking for, from people like you & that's why we keep coming back. We see too many RU-vidrs working for the company and/or bikes that they are reviewing & We, the general public get it after a few reviews. When the trust is lost, there is no turning back, because we will never know when he is telling the truth or he is flattering who is working for, and Unfortunately there are too many doing it. So my advice to you, keep telling us your truth base on your experiences, and we will always come back for more. In my opinion your truth will not be always right, as no one is perfect, but honesty and the willingness of doing good, will always win even though we may be wrong at times. Cheers!

It was a close race between the KLX and the CRF for me - I ended up getting the KLX because the cost of the suspension upgrades would have been far more than the difference in price. However, yes, the instrumentation is ancient on the KLX. I'm happy with it though - I also like the slightly lower weight.

I really wish they would work on combining the best aspects of the 450L and the 300L. The maintenance interval, initial price, and ecu+exhaust mod requirement are the biggest cons of the 450L. You can pick up the 450L used for under $8k now. Getting close to a better value with more power and better suspension. I am so torn between the 300 and 450. I am looking to make a lightweight ADV build as an alternative to my heavy Africa Twin.

Sold!!! I ve got one coming in the future. Maybe 6 months it's fine I keep telling myself.

I have 1000 miles on my rally and have completely forgotten about the brake line that runs over the display screen. Seems to fall where it is meant to go. I enjoy riding on Nebraska gravel and dirt roads around 45 mph. It is also my favorite commuter since that 21 inch front wheel eats up the potholes. I ride about 65 mph on highways. Feels good. So light to move around my garage and easy to load in my F150. I also have a Road King, Bonnie T100, and Honda Monkey. I’ve been riding for 50 years and am 74 inches tall and 195 lbs. Favorite ride is to putt around on rolling grass hills. Thanks for your videos. You should make a video with Itchy Boots. Ha. I would watch.