2023 KTM 350 SX-F

TahoeVetMX wrote:

This is all I got Joe. I will get the 23 Husky next week and it is ready to race. I will take some of it...

This is all I got Joe. I will get the 23 Husky next week and it is ready to race. I will take some of it as soon as I pick it up.

adams189 wrote:

Your getting both a KTM and Husky 350? Be interesting to hear your take on the differences.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

Yes, correct I have both. I will pick up the Husky next Tuesday as it is ready for me. I will try to do my best...

Yes, correct I have both. I will pick up the Husky next Tuesday as it is ready for me. I will try to do my best to return here to give you a compare. As you can see, I also have the 22 Husky 350 and a 22 GasGas 450 and that gives me good bikes to compare against as well.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big...

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big bore. The 23 has much better throttle response and bottom end power. Even the mid might be a good bit stronger. I also have a 450 and to me this is much closer to the 450 then I expected. All and all very happy with the bike.

Nelson wrote:

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of...

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of tight turns.

Chris_Buehler wrote:

Why are you getting 2 different 350's?

Chris_Buehler wrote:

Why are you getting 2 different 350's?

TahoeVetMX wrote:

Why? Why not? lol Well, I like the KTM but have enjoyed the lowered Husky bikes as well. I also have two homes and like to...

Why? Why not? lol

Well, I like the KTM but have enjoyed the lowered Husky bikes as well. I also have two homes and like to keep 2 bikes at each home. Also, it is not easy to get 350s and I felt I would get what I could as soon as possible.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big...

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big bore. The 23 has much better throttle response and bottom end power. Even the mid might be a good bit stronger. I also have a 450 and to me this is much closer to the 450 then I expected. All and all very happy with the bike.

Nelson wrote:

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of...

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of tight turns.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big...

First ride tonight on the 23. The nice thing is I got to compare the bike against my fully mod 22 Husky 350 with a big bore. The 23 has much better throttle response and bottom end power. Even the mid might be a good bit stronger. I also have a 450 and to me this is much closer to the 450 then I expected. All and all very happy with the bike.

Nelson wrote:

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of...

Question is, how much do you weigh? I’m like 220 and had 350’s in the past. Just lacked some grunt to seat bounce stuff out of tight turns.

CarlinoJoeVideo wrote:

At 220lb it also depends if you want to rev the bike with the 350 or have more lug ability on the 450. I’m 180-185 and...

At 220lb it also depends if you want to rev the bike with the 350 or have more lug ability on the 450.

I’m 180-185 and still need to ride the bike harder than a 450.

Nelson wrote:

Do mind reving a bike, at almost 50 I grew up on two strokes. I loved the early 350’s with a few basic mods as they...

Do mind reving a bike, at almost 50 I grew up on two strokes. I loved the early 350’s with a few basic mods as they really reminded me of riding two stroke. Only problem at my weight it seamed like there was very little torque. I was hoping that the 23 would move the power down low some. If so I’d say it’s the ultimate vet bike even for us “big boned” guys.

Nelson wrote:

Do mind reving a bike, at almost 50 I grew up on two strokes. I loved the early 350’s with a few basic mods as they...

Do mind reving a bike, at almost 50 I grew up on two strokes. I loved the early 350’s with a few basic mods as they really reminded me of riding two stroke. Only problem at my weight it seamed like there was very little torque. I was hoping that the 23 would move the power down low some. If so I’d say it’s the ultimate vet bike even for us “big boned” guys.

Brent wrote:

Get a vortex and get it mapped, I promise you will see a HUGE improvement…

mxengineer1 wrote:

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has...

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has a bog bore 250F feel to it with a quick revving nature and making it's best power from the upper mid range to top end. Many riders wanted more low end response from the current 350 and it can be found with after market ignitions and exhaust systems. The 2023 KTM 350SXF engine has noticeably better low to mid response, very close to modified current 350 engines, and actually feels more like a mini 450F than a big bore 250F. The mid range on the new engine feels very strong and it still pulls well into the higher RPM ranges. The new '23 350SXF engine also feels more stall resistant and runs very smooth at low RPM's which should be good for off road riders. This new engine also has more engine braking and generally more inertia feel: closer to a 450F feel than 250F (as in the current 350 engine) in the corners.

The new '23 350SXF engine does not obsolete the current 350 engine. In fact some riders may prefer the lighter and more 250F feel of the current engine over the '23 engine. With improved low to mid power feel the new 350 engine is easier to ride and might convert a few Vet 450 riders to the 350 engine size. For me the 350 engine size is still my favorite among the 250/350/450 4-stroke engines.

mxengineer1 wrote:

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has...

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has a bog bore 250F feel to it with a quick revving nature and making it's best power from the upper mid range to top end. Many riders wanted more low end response from the current 350 and it can be found with after market ignitions and exhaust systems. The 2023 KTM 350SXF engine has noticeably better low to mid response, very close to modified current 350 engines, and actually feels more like a mini 450F than a big bore 250F. The mid range on the new engine feels very strong and it still pulls well into the higher RPM ranges. The new '23 350SXF engine also feels more stall resistant and runs very smooth at low RPM's which should be good for off road riders. This new engine also has more engine braking and generally more inertia feel: closer to a 450F feel than 250F (as in the current 350 engine) in the corners.

The new '23 350SXF engine does not obsolete the current 350 engine. In fact some riders may prefer the lighter and more 250F feel of the current engine over the '23 engine. With improved low to mid power feel the new 350 engine is easier to ride and might convert a few Vet 450 riders to the 350 engine size. For me the 350 engine size is still my favorite among the 250/350/450 4-stroke engines.

mxengineer1 wrote:

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has...

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has a bog bore 250F feel to it with a quick revving nature and making it's best power from the upper mid range to top end. Many riders wanted more low end response from the current 350 and it can be found with after market ignitions and exhaust systems. The 2023 KTM 350SXF engine has noticeably better low to mid response, very close to modified current 350 engines, and actually feels more like a mini 450F than a big bore 250F. The mid range on the new engine feels very strong and it still pulls well into the higher RPM ranges. The new '23 350SXF engine also feels more stall resistant and runs very smooth at low RPM's which should be good for off road riders. This new engine also has more engine braking and generally more inertia feel: closer to a 450F feel than 250F (as in the current 350 engine) in the corners.

The new '23 350SXF engine does not obsolete the current 350 engine. In fact some riders may prefer the lighter and more 250F feel of the current engine over the '23 engine. With improved low to mid power feel the new 350 engine is easier to ride and might convert a few Vet 450 riders to the 350 engine size. For me the 350 engine size is still my favorite among the 250/350/450 4-stroke engines.

Nelson wrote:

Sounds promising, can you tell me what how much you weigh?

mxengineer1 wrote:

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has...

Got a chance to ride a new '23 KTM 350SXF back to back with my 2021 KTM 350 Kailub Russell Edition. The current 350SXF/XCF engine has a bog bore 250F feel to it with a quick revving nature and making it's best power from the upper mid range to top end. Many riders wanted more low end response from the current 350 and it can be found with after market ignitions and exhaust systems. The 2023 KTM 350SXF engine has noticeably better low to mid response, very close to modified current 350 engines, and actually feels more like a mini 450F than a big bore 250F. The mid range on the new engine feels very strong and it still pulls well into the higher RPM ranges. The new '23 350SXF engine also feels more stall resistant and runs very smooth at low RPM's which should be good for off road riders. This new engine also has more engine braking and generally more inertia feel: closer to a 450F feel than 250F (as in the current 350 engine) in the corners.

The new '23 350SXF engine does not obsolete the current 350 engine. In fact some riders may prefer the lighter and more 250F feel of the current engine over the '23 engine. With improved low to mid power feel the new 350 engine is easier to ride and might convert a few Vet 450 riders to the 350 engine size. For me the 350 engine size is still my favorite among the 250/350/450 4-stroke engines.

Nelson wrote:

Sounds promising, can you tell me what how much you weigh?

mxengineer1 wrote:

I weigh 195 lbs, the owner of the new 350SXF weighs 195 lbs and his son weighs 175 lbs. We all rode my '21 350XCF and...

I weigh 195 lbs, the owner of the new 350SXF weighs 195 lbs and his son weighs 175 lbs. We all rode my '21 350XCF and the new 23 350SXF back to back and had similar feelings (we all liked the new engine). The new engine has noticeably more low to mid power feel (closer to a 450F than the a 250F) and also a little more weight feel in the corners.

Hammer 663s wrote:

Interesting reading. At almost 60 I don't WANT the punchy bottom and mid of a 450 in my 350. That's what makes me tired and gets...

Interesting reading. At almost 60 I don't WANT the punchy bottom and mid of a 450 in my 350. That's what makes me tired and gets me hurt. I like a softer low into a normal mid that will the rev as far as I have b@lls to go. I did all the hop ups to my 18 and it was too snappy down low so I've backed out on a few. Quite happy with it now and I will keep it for some time, at least 200 hours. I'm at 120 now, problem free. New top end and clutch this winter at 150 is the plan and then ride it all next year. With the Lucky Gen1s and the Radius CX clutch it's perfect for me.

Ob917 wrote:

I’ll agree I don’t want my 350 to feel like a 450, I’d prefer the quick revving light feel. But I’m sure after a couple rides...

I’ll agree I don’t want my 350 to feel like a 450, I’d prefer the quick revving light feel. But I’m sure after a couple rides the new engine will feel just fine

wrc777 wrote:

A patent can stop other companies from selling knock offs. It is possible they have patented the mounting scheme. Ktm plastic kits for the new bikes...

A patent can stop other companies from selling knock offs. It is possible they have patented the mounting scheme. Ktm plastic kits for the new bikes (no graphics) are listed at the same retail price as acerbis so at least for now there is not really a good reason to use aftermarket plastic.

HusqFan3 wrote:

I'm sorry but no... There's nothing about the plastics that would qualify for a patent including the "mounting scheme". It would take a patent office between...

I'm sorry but no... There's nothing about the plastics that would qualify for a patent including the "mounting scheme". It would take a patent office between 6-8sec to reject such a silly submission.

wrc777 wrote:

Well I did a search and found the German and Spanish KTM patents for front and rear fenders and shrouds so it appears the plastics can...

Well I did a search and found the German and Spanish KTM patents for front and rear fenders and shrouds so it appears the plastics can be patented at least in Germany and Spain. They also patented the TBI two stroke. If my German was better I could read them and get more details. I don't know if they will need US patents or if the German ones are good here.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

Ok here is my first ride and race report on the new 2023 FC350. I raced at Washougal with zero time on the bike at practice...

Ok here is my first ride and race report on the new 2023 FC350. I raced at Washougal with zero time on the bike at practice. I raced 5 motos for the weekend. During morning practice, I took 3 laps on the 23 and 3 laps on my 22 FC350 that has a fully built engine. I decided to ride the 23 as it has more bottom end power and better throttle response. After riding the bike all weekend, I would say it is a very big improvement in the power category. I had plenty of power everywhere! The handling was also fine, and I had no issues with the bike. I had my cone valve forks on it and stock shock. I found that it hooked up very well and the track was very rough.

TahoeVetMX wrote:

Ok here is my first ride and race report on the new 2023 FC350. I raced at Washougal with zero time on the bike at practice...

Ok here is my first ride and race report on the new 2023 FC350. I raced at Washougal with zero time on the bike at practice. I raced 5 motos for the weekend. During morning practice, I took 3 laps on the 23 and 3 laps on my 22 FC350 that has a fully built engine. I decided to ride the 23 as it has more bottom end power and better throttle response. After riding the bike all weekend, I would say it is a very big improvement in the power category. I had plenty of power everywhere! The handling was also fine, and I had no issues with the bike. I had my cone valve forks on it and stock shock. I found that it hooked up very well and the track was very rough.

adams189 wrote:

How do you like the Husky compared to the KTM?