Looking at making the switch from my KTM 450 sxf over to the 19' 350. I have searched here and read the threads and watched a bunch of videos. Looking for opinions from current model 350 owners. Trying to figure out if the 350 is going to be a good choice.
Im a 44 y.o. vet rider. I ride 1-2 times a week. Stay in decent shape. I run mostly mid pack speed on practice days. The track I mailnly ride is loamy dirt /sand high speed track.
I like the 450 a lot. I just feel that it wears me out a bit. I can run 5 good laps at speed then I just taper down because I'm pretty wiped at that point. Still want to stay competetive with my riding buddies. Hoping the 350 can keep me in the slot.
The questions I have. Does the 350 really feel that much lighter on the track? Do you feel like your giving up a lot of speed compared to the 450? Do you need to work harder to stay at your current lap speed? I know a lot of these questions are pretty subjective. Just looking for some first hand opinions. Thanks