Real world KTM 350 EXC impressions? - Page 3

dvwalker · 05-14-2012, 08:51 PM

Looks like ktm calls the screen bit that blows off a "sil element" #77005081055.

Big Augie · 05-15-2012, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by dvwalker

Looks like ktm calls the screen bit that blows off a "sil element" #77005081055.

Mine fell off too, when I used the wrench in the tool kit to remove it, oop's:)

dvwalker · 05-15-2012, 04:12 PM

mine is staying off as well. I'm not aware of any state or fed law requiring the screen (aka sil element)

Kristobal K · 05-15-2012, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by dvwalker

mine is staying off as well. I'm not aware of any state or fed law requiring the screen (aka sil element)

No, but the law of too-lean-to-begin-with will catch up to you.

Big Augie · 05-16-2012, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Kristobal K

No, but the law of too-lean-to-begin-with will catch up to you.

Re-map

Kristobal K · 05-16-2012, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Augie

Re-map

That would be sweet: When you figure out the unlock code, please share.

Happy Seal · 05-16-2012, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jesusgatos

Jeezus, that is one of the worst looking seats I've ever seen. It's... just... so... poorly shaped.

Sorry dude, but he's right!

dvwalker · 05-17-2012, 06:39 AM

Just completed a quick 200 mile ride w/the seatconcepts seat, it by far exceeded my expectations for comfort, most comfortable seat I've owned in the past 30+ years. If you're a day tripper you may get by with the stocker, but since I typically ride multi-day, my priorities were function and extra comfort. Some of the other after market seat brands really are too nice, and have the wrong material for a get dirty dirt bike.

Enough off OP topic talk, anyone with actual 350 impressions?

cross-country · 05-21-2012, 10:37 AM

I have 25 hours on my 350 XC-fW and had yet to have any kind of problem. Valves are in good nick and oil has been coming out clean. No flame-outs or any other weirdness. The bikes are a little hard to start cold. Of course if you use the "choke" they fire right up.

I picked up a second bike for this years Baja 500 and have been prepping it with mostly the same parts as my personal bike.
I installed HDB stuff on both bike, of course.

On the first bike I used the Unabiker rad guards but decided to go with the Bulletproof on the race bike. Much easier to install and alot beefier. They cost almost double but after 1 crash destroyed a radiator and the Unabiker guard I was wishing I had spent the extra money on the BP stuff.

Took it out to the desert this weekend to set up the suspension and ergs.

And finally added the all important decals!
I leave Friday, I hope I remembered everything....

techno boy · 05-21-2012, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Albie

BTW, what kind of prices are people seeing for the 350's?

10,500 with no fore play.

mikeysduck · 05-24-2012, 04:34 PM

What's different in 2012 motor? I read there is a new motor for 2012, but I don't know what changed, I haven't seen any issues reported with the 2011 motors... Anyone?

dvwalker · 05-24-2012, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeysduck

What's different in 2012 motor? I read there is a new motor for 2012, but I don't know what changed, I haven't seen any issues reported with the 2011 motors... Anyone?

In case you haven't read these, here's a couple ktm pages that speak to the new 350 engine highlights:

350 engine

General Overview

BIG ED XT FAN · 05-24-2012, 07:48 PM

Rode my WR 400 with a brand new to the rider a KTM 350.
Power was almost the same. Handling? To me, Almost the same. I ride in a big forest in southern new york state.
The trails were a little slick.

Fell down only one time.

on my WR400f.

So, For about $ 8,000 grand you get a Key, FI, Low gas light, plate, and button, and the coolest, wheels ever!!

and i hope you like orange.

So, i am going to wash my WR 400 on sat. and and ride. Do not have 8,000 for the 350. And its only a 350 motor, mines a 400cc.

This my take on the 350 KTM!!! Enjoy!!!!

OrangeYZ · 05-24-2012, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIG ED XT FAN

Rode my WR 400 with a brand new to the rider a KTM 350.
Power was almost the same. Handling? To me, Almost the same. I ride in a big forest in southern new york state.
The trails were a little slick.

Fell down only one time.

on my WR400f.

So, For about $ 8,000 grand you get a Key, FI, Low gas light, plate, and button, and the coolest, wheels ever!!

and i hope you like orange.

So, i am going to wash my WR 400 on sat. and and ride. Do not have 8,000 for the 350. And its only a 350 motor, mines a 400cc.

This my take on the 350 KTM!!! Enjoy!!!!

Well, you forgot the 6-speed and about 20 or 30 pounds lighter. And in many states that's Plate with a capital "P"

dvwalker · 05-24-2012, 08:32 PM

yamaha certainly makes great bikes, matter of fact I may even buy another to sit beside the orange bike. Feel free to start a ktm 350 vs yammy 400 comparison thread.

05-24-2012, 04:34 PM	#41
mikeysduck Slow Ride to Nowhere Joined: Jan 2008 Location: Acton Ca. Oddometer: 121	What's different in 2012 motor? I read there is a new motor for 2012, but I don't know what changed, I haven't seen any issues reported with the 2011 motors... Anyone? __________________ "The Constitution? I'm pretty sure the patriot act killed it, to protect our freedoms" Bart Simpson 06 FJR1300 09 XR1200 H-D Yea I thought I never would either 75 Norton 850 E-Start Project 69 Z-50A Mini Trail with Lights & 2007 X-Challenge Heavy dirt bike sweet sweet motor

05-24-2012, 07:48 PM	#43
BIG ED XT FAN Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2006 Location: Finger Lakes Western New York Oddometer: 1,039	KTM 350 vs Yamaha wr 400f??? Rode my WR 400 with a brand new to the rider a KTM 350. Power was almost the same. Handling? To me, Almost the same. I ride in a big forest in southern new york state. The trails were a little slick. Fell down only one time. on my WR400f. So, For about $ 8,000 grand you get a Key, FI, Low gas light, plate, and button, and the coolest, wheels ever!! and i hope you like orange. So, i am going to wash my WR 400 on sat. and and ride. Do not have 8,000 for the 350. And its only a 350 motor, mines a 400cc. This my take on the 350 KTM!!! Enjoy!!!!

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05-14-2012, 08:51 PM	#31
dvwalker Working to ride Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Orygun Oddometer: 667	Looks like ktm calls the screen bit that blows off a "sil element" #77005081055.

05-15-2012, 04:12 PM	#33
dvwalker Working to ride Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Orygun Oddometer: 667	mine is staying off as well. I'm not aware of any state or fed law requiring the screen (aka sil element)

05-17-2012, 06:39 AM	#38
dvwalker Working to ride Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Orygun Oddometer: 667	Just completed a quick 200 mile ride w/the seatconcepts seat, it by far exceeded my expectations for comfort, most comfortable seat I've owned in the past 30+ years. If you're a day tripper you may get by with the stocker, but since I typically ride multi-day, my priorities were function and extra comfort. Some of the other after market seat brands really are too nice, and have the wrong material for a get dirty dirt bike. Enough off OP topic talk, anyone with actual 350 impressions?

05-21-2012, 10:37 AM	#39
cross-country Cholla Magnet Joined: Aug 2005 Location: Grand Junction, CO Oddometer: 1,113	I have 25 hours on my 350 XC-fW and had yet to have any kind of problem. Valves are in good nick and oil has been coming out clean. No flame-outs or any other weirdness. The bikes are a little hard to start cold. Of course if you use the "choke" they fire right up. I picked up a second bike for this years Baja 500 and have been prepping it with mostly the same parts as my personal bike. I installed HDB stuff on both bike, of course. On the first bike I used the Unabiker rad guards but decided to go with the Bulletproof on the race bike. Much easier to install and alot beefier. They cost almost double but after 1 crash destroyed a radiator and the Unabiker guard I was wishing I had spent the extra money on the BP stuff. Took it out to the desert this weekend to set up the suspension and ergs. And finally added the all important decals! I leave Friday, I hope I remembered everything....

05-24-2012, 08:32 PM	#45
dvwalker Working to ride Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Orygun Oddometer: 667	yamaha certainly makes great bikes, matter of fact I may even buy another to sit beside the orange bike. Feel free to start a ktm 350 vs yammy 400 comparison thread.