The best Voge 300 Rally upgrades are tyres, a stronger side stand and a fuelling module, then crash-proof controls. Out of the crate it already has crash bars, a sump guard, a rack, a tall screen and switchable rear ABS, so the money goes on fixing weak points rather than adding protection. Our own 300 Rally has covered 8,000 miles of lanes and roads, and it has taught us where the corners were cut: tyres, the side stand, wheel bearings, paint and fasteners.
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What we fitted to our 300 Rally
These are the mods on our own 300 Rally, and why each one earned its place.
Tyres
This is the biggest difference you can make. The stock Timsuns are okay on the road and poor in mud. We have run Michelin Anakee Wild, Kenda Trakmaster II and now Michelin Tracker. The Kendas found grip in proper mud that the Anakee Wild could not. see every tyre we list in its sizes.
Folding levers
Stock levers snap in a drop, and a snapped clutch lever in the middle of a lane is a long walk. Folding levers fold back instead.
Folding brake pedal
The rear brake pedal is the part most likely to bend when the bike goes down on its right side. A folding tip springs back.
Folding mirrors
They fold out of the way in a drop instead of snapping, and tuck in for gates and tight lanes.
Heated grips
Lane riding in a UK winter means wet, cold hands, and cold hands are slow on the clutch. Heated grips keep you in control.
Other common 300 Rally mods
Roughly in the order we'd fit them for green laning, after the ones above.
SuperFlow fuelling module
Small singles built to modern emissions limits tend to run lean, which shows up as a snatchy on-off throttle and a soft bottom end. The SuperFlow, from JC SuperFlow Racing, plugs in externally and adds fuel without remapping the ECU. Its maker claims more low and mid-range torque, a smoother throttle and selectable maps for trail and road riding. Owners fit it for exactly the slow, technical riding green lanes are made of.
Worth knowing: The maker doesn't say anything about road legality, emissions or warranty, so we can't either. Tell your insurer you've fitted it. The 2025 Euro 5 Plus bikes need the maker's CAN supplement, so check you order the right version.
A stronger side stand, or a washer fix
Our original stand bent completely and had to be replaced, and other owners report wobbly or bent stands. On ours, a washer between the frame and the stand took the wobble out. A wide stand foot also stops it sinking in soft ground.
Good wheel bearings
Our front wheel bearings failed early, and owners report rear bearings going too. Check for play at every service, and when they go, replace them with good-quality sealed bearings rather than the cheapest set.
Uprated fork springs
The stock suspension is a good road and trail compromise. Owners who fitted uprated fork springs report a more controlled front end under braking and over rough ground, with reasonable comfort kept. Heavier riders notice the difference most.
Hand guards with metal backbones
Motorcycle News called the stock wrap-around guards flimsy. Metal-backed guards protect the levers properly in a drop.
Gearing change
The bike works hard at motorway speeds and vibration rises. Some owners fit sprockets for longer gearing to cut revs on road links. Others go the other way for slower, tighter lanes. Either change throws out the speedo reading.
Worth knowing: Change the chain and both sprockets together if the chain is part worn.
Paint protection on the tank and side panels
Our paint has worn through where our legs grip the bike when standing. Clear protection film or grip pads on those panels, fitted from new, saves the paint.
Corrosion protection
Owners report corrosion on the exhaust, fasteners and spokes, even without salt. Spray the fasteners and spokes before winter and wash the bike after muddy rides.
Bar risers
Standing up feels natural on the 300 Rally already. Taller riders often add risers to bring the bars closer when stood on the pegs.
Known 300 Rally weak points and fixes
How easy the 300 Rally is to live with
- The service interval is 6,000 miles, longer than many bikes in its class.
- It's a simple single with fuel injection and switchable rear ABS, so most jobs are within reach of a home mechanic with basic tools.
- Parts and dealer support are thinner than for Honda, so keep spare levers, a set of wheel bearings and a clutch cable at home.
300 Rally mods to skip
- A loud or de-catted exhaust. Noise is one of the main reasons lanes get closed. If you change the exhaust, keep it road legal and quiet. A de-catted exhaust can also bring up engine warning lights unless you fit an emulator.
- Chasing power over tyres. The right tyre makes a far bigger difference off-road than a few extra horsepower. Do tyres first.
Then find somewhere to ride it
Plan a day of green lanes across England and Wales on the Holloway map, with each lane's difficulty and legal status.
Open the mapSources: Our 8,000 mile Voge 300 Rally review, Our Michelin Tracker review, Our Kenda Trakmaster II review, Motorcycle News Voge 300 Rally review, JC SuperFlow Racing, SuperFlow for Voge 300 Rally.