Depends on where you live and the type of riding you choose. My 2023 350 EXC-F is the best dual sport bike for my riding style. My favorite trails are 10 minutes from my garage. So no need for a truck to haul my bike to the trails. When I feel like a longer ride to trails that are an hour away, I install a Mosko Moto setup to store camera, tripod, extra fuel, and plenty of water to stay hydrated. The bike is very light, has incredible suspension, and with a GET ECU, exhaust mods, and reed removal from the air box, the bike performs like my 2015 500 EXC, so from my perspective the 350 EXC-F is the perfect dual sport bike.
And 350 to 500 I know the oldest debate, but i would love 350 because I over push myself and it gets me in trouble... And now, I can lets fam (teen boys) possibly use it in the future... Thanks guys, Ride safe
I’m getting a 21’ 350excf Friday. Bike was built by a known race shop and now has 60 hours. 2nd owner is bringing it an hour to me for 5,500. Deal of the century. I’m so excited I can’t sleep
I’m sick of people comparing these and husqvarna bikes to wr250r and crf300l type bikes. Two completely different classes of bike. And then they act like you can upgrade one of those bikes with the money you “save” to make them compete with them lmfao. I went from a wr250r to a fe350 and it’s insane the difference!
How often do you need to check valves on your fe350? Genuine question! I'm in the market and the low maintenance is the only thing making me consider a crf300L although it's a compromise and definitely not the bike I'd rather be riding. Regular oil changes aren't an issue for me though
23 350excf.....my 2nd Mid 50s rider....considered a very good intermediate rider.....singletrack is where this bike lives. Uncorked,desmog,stiffer springs,get ecu,exhaust......this bike is a complete beast now. Expensive.....oh yes but probably my last dirt bike so I did it up. 10 minutes from a motocross/off road track....so no need to load up on truck unless I'm heading to mountains. Hooligan riding close by too.....being street legal with this off road ability is why I went back to a 350excf. It's simply amazing bike now.....and for me well worth the $$.....but that's up to every individual to decide.
THIS is what I've been wanting to see. Track, trail, road. Thank you!! I wish the bigger media groups would do some shootouts like this with other bikes to compare.
Just got a gasgas 350f new and it's by far the best bike I've ever had I'm so happy with how it rides and how it feels. Great all round bikes for sure.
I agree Rado these 350 can do everything, here in Australia our exc is your xcf but with compliance plate ,I have had ecu flashed and done suspension for fast enduros and its still ok to do light adventure on when I put my ims 16 litre tank and seat concepts seat ,I actually prefer it over the 450 or 500s
@@conandbethdoendurostuff4632 your right i keep forgetting about the linkage, our exc run less anti smog stuff and different valving in the suspension.
@@bigals.ktms.9937 yea the pds stuff is vavled to be much plusher, the xc models are stiffer in comparison they handle jumps and higher speed stuff better. I have both models and both have their place
Cool build and ride but you're missing a whole other segment. Build a supermoto wheelset and take it to Apex Kart track - traction like you can't imagine!
I've a 2 450 (RFS and XC) I've had over the last 9 years and have served me very well a dual sport. The RFS I will do a engine rebuild and go to 500cc and make it a long distace adventure bike..
My problem is with cost... The base bike is very expensive to start with, then the cost of the mods done to this bike would push it WAY over the top. Like paying $35-40k+ for a new Harley Davidson, then dumping $25-30k more into it for performance upgrades.... Hell yes! this makes for a great video, but in the real world it doesn't seem to make much sense... Seems to me if you're rider that does multiple types of riding then you're better served to have machines made for the types for riding you're doing. Then there is the "tire issue".... No matter how much $$ is dumped into a bike to make it capable, the tires will always be an issue. If dirt oriented tires\pressures are used, the performance and mileage will suffer on pavement, if road oriented tires are used then performance and traction off-road will suffer and unfortunately 50/50 tires just suck on either end ...
@@dirtniron Sorry Rado.. I went a little over the top on this response...😐 I've been looking into new bikes and I'm aggravated at cost, dealers and availability. I think I vented a little in this post...
Not true. Unless you own private land or go to a track a lot, most of us need a street registered bike to ride it anywhere. I keep mine full dirt and trailer it
@@craigd123 I have my KTM XC-w(and the Husky TE before it) "street registered and insured" but outside of the lights, its full dirt setup and I haul it to riding areas. I do this, not for "dual-sport" but because the places we ride have forest, gravel and asphalt road transit sections between trails. On the transit sections it would be illegal to ride an unregistered vehicle.. Its a very odd situation here in southern New England but we have great riding areas we just have to deal with the BS...
I loved the video. I'm basically a new rider...in my mid fifties and haven't ridden since my teen years. I bought a crf250f to get back into trail riding and then went out and also bought a crf450rl for some dual sporting. I immediately replaced the ECU on the 450 because of the jerkiness that most people complain about. But honestly the 450 still scares me on the trails...at least for now. However, I'm having some buyers remorse that I didn't take a closer look at the KTM 350 EXC-F but I'm seriously considering trading both bikes in for one. It seems like a perfect mix between the two. What are your thoughts? Thanks and I love the channel!!
How is the engine vibration? I owned two EXC500Fs, and got rid of both as I just couldn't tolerate the high level of engine vibration - gave me blurry vision and a head ache they were so bad. Really liked them otherwise though.
Love this bike 🥰! We use it for our enduro tours in Romania 🇷🇴, off-road only, up to hard enduro. Endless power in that terrain, yet still manageable. Definitely not a street bike. The best street bike is a car, my opinion
Great review Please help me decide which one is good for me ktm 350 v ktm500 I been riding streets for two years my bike now is ducat pike peak V4 2023 I bout the new Crf 300 Honda 2022 I felt it was underpowered I did about 40 miles on it but don’t like it much I never been off road but I think I’m a good street rider I’m 6 ft 2020 pound in my 40s Please advise
@@freepalestine1977 Only you can make the decision. Test riding helps. I would not choose either of the 2 (350 and 500) for the road. Definitely no 350.
Get all your buddies together and go Break out the Tate brothers. They literally Have no EVIDENCE. Not one piece since april of last year. Call your POLITICIANS and DEMAND the let him and his brother free.
Hi I'm looking for a substitute to my Yamaha wr250r. I'm looking for a little more power and lighter bike. I know this 350 fulfilled these requirements. My doubt is that I'm looking for a trail bike with smooth engine that can be ridden in a relax way and aggressively when you want. It's this 350 feels this way?
I have a husqvarna 2019 FE 350, riding hours on the road, riding hours on the track, definitly a triple sport ! (don't need a truck to drive to the track)
The only difference between that bike and a dirt only bike is the fact that you can make the EXC model street legal and the dirt only models you can't, at least not in CA.
i dont know why in usa you call the exc models "dual sport bikes", these bikes are real enduro bikes, josep garcia, actual enduro world champion and manuel lettenbicher, hard enduro rider both ride a exc model , soooo, as an european, please dont call dual sport bike, but nice video overall. congrats
As an European, i can just confirm that we CAN'T call these bike dual sport, too much maintenence for a dual! These are for Weekend rides/ competition oly
So I should just throw out the manual and listen to you and ride on the weekends only?? Should I give the registry back their plate and tell them you said it’s not really a Dual-Sport?? Do what you want but don’t try telling us what our bikes are for jerk-off.
Yeah, but you have to keep on top of things, have the space, tools, time for the quite frequent checks, fluid changes, wear leading to part replacement, getting on first name terms with your local KTM dealer and parts provider and so on.. When I was a kid loving your dirt bike and keeping it singing was part of the fun. But this is not the bike to commute with or to fetch the groceries. LOL! (My mechanic friend tells me his clientele usually brings him hot bikes, totally knackered).
I have a Husqvarna fe350s the twin brother of this bike and it’s amazing in every way because you can literally ride it in every state on and off road because it’s a “green sticker” bike. You can definitely uncork it and keep it a bit low key to look stock and you won’t be borthered. I’m getting a GET EUC and a PinIt end cap and it’ll look completely stock and still have the extra power. I’d get a new pipe but I don’t want to be bothered at my age. Also I have some Motoz Rallz tires and they’re amazing, I’m thinking about getting the Motoz Desert tire for the front once the Rallz goes and just run a Rallz rear and Desert front.
I want the best bike for Sh!t hitting the fan. I want to be able to go on road, off road and be light enough to manhandle through fields, fences, creeks, picking it up etc.
Probably won’t perform as well. 13k U.S. plus 3k upgraded parts plus labor. My car don’t cost 16k so getting this would have priorities backwards an unwise. #nice bike for the fortunate, not for me living check to check with wife and kids.
Stock is decent too but definitely slower since its all choked. This one is 2019 and was bought for a really good price with bad motor.. wasnt 13k+3k but I get your point, these bikes are not cheap, maybe thats why I dont have one yet ;)
For starters, a Dual Sport is almost always a min of 300lbs / 136kilos, a seat height usually of less than 35'' , and a ground clearance NOWHERE near 14'' . I see the KTM 350 EXC-F as off road, enduro. lol, a 'triple sport'? Could be ... 👍👍
@@dirtniron I actually just bought a 2009 husky te 310.. I’m not a big dude so it’s perfect got me … gonna start setting up a vail lake dual sport ride
Depends on where you live and the type of riding you choose. My 2023 350 EXC-F is the best dual sport bike for my riding style. My favorite trails are 10 minutes from my garage. So no need for a truck to haul my bike to the trails. When I feel like a longer ride to trails that are an hour away, I install a Mosko Moto setup to store camera, tripod, extra fuel, and plenty of water to stay hydrated. The bike is very light, has incredible suspension, and with a GET ECU, exhaust mods, and reed removal from the air box, the bike performs like my 2015 500 EXC, so from my perspective the 350 EXC-F is the perfect dual sport bike.
thanks a lot for sharing!
@@dirtniron what you will preffer, 350 or later wr450?
And 350 to 500
I know the oldest debate, but i would love 350 because I over push myself and it gets me in trouble...
And now,
I can lets fam (teen boys) possibly use it in the future...
Thanks guys,
Ride safe
I’m getting a 21’ 350excf Friday. Bike was built by a known race shop and now has 60 hours. 2nd owner is bringing it an hour to me for 5,500. Deal of the century. I’m so excited I can’t sleep
I’m sick of people comparing these and husqvarna bikes to wr250r and crf300l type bikes. Two completely different classes of bike. And then they act like you can upgrade one of those bikes with the money you “save” to make them compete with them lmfao. I went from a wr250r to a fe350 and it’s insane the difference!
How often do you need to check valves on your fe350? Genuine question!
I'm in the market and the low maintenance is the only thing making me consider a crf300L although it's a compromise and definitely not the bike I'd rather be riding. Regular oil changes aren't an issue for me though
23 350excf.....my 2nd
Mid 50s rider....considered a very good intermediate rider.....singletrack is where this bike lives.
Uncorked,desmog,stiffer springs,get ecu,exhaust......this bike is a complete beast now.
Expensive.....oh yes but probably my last dirt bike so I did it up.
10 minutes from a motocross/off road track....so no need to load up on truck unless I'm heading to mountains.
Hooligan riding close by too.....being street legal with this off road ability is why I went back to a 350excf.
It's simply amazing bike now.....and for me well worth the $$.....but that's up to every individual to decide.
sounds good, thanks for sharing!
I have a 22 350excf just did all those things. Love it!
THIS is what I've been wanting to see. Track, trail, road. Thank you!! I wish the bigger media groups would do some shootouts like this with other bikes to compare.
That would be cool!
Just got a gasgas 350f new and it's by far the best bike I've ever had I'm so happy with how it rides and how it feels. Great all round bikes for sure.
right on Sam, great bike for sure! Enjoy!
As soon as you said triple sport I laughed. I totally agree!
haha, makes sense right?
I agree Rado these 350 can do everything, here in Australia our exc is your xcf but with compliance plate ,I have had ecu flashed and done suspension for fast enduros and its still ok to do light adventure on when I put my ims 16 litre tank and seat concepts seat ,I actually prefer it over the 450 or 500s
You can get the exc and xc models in aus dude. Exc-f has pds suspension and xc-f have linkage for starters
@@conandbethdoendurostuff4632 your right i keep forgetting about the linkage, our exc run less anti smog stuff and different valving in the suspension.
@@bigals.ktms.9937 yea the pds stuff is vavled to be much plusher, the xc models are stiffer in comparison they handle jumps and higher speed stuff better. I have both models and both have their place
@@conandbethdoendurostuff4632 yer I have had work done on both ends of my 350exc goes alot better now than stock but it take $ to get it working nice.
thanks a lot for sharing!
Cool build and ride but you're missing a whole other segment. Build a supermoto wheelset and take it to Apex Kart track - traction like you can't imagine!
dude, I bet its fun to ride supermoto on a nice track. maybe one day!
@@dirtniron Quadriple sport then...
I've a 2 450 (RFS and XC) I've had over the last 9 years and have served me very well a dual sport. The RFS I will do a engine rebuild and go to 500cc and make it a long distace adventure bike..
I can tell you are from EU, it's cool when you signal triple with your thumb, here in the states we would interlock our thumb and pinky for a triple
Also for the record it absolutely is a triple sport
Yes call it a triple sport I have the exact same bike since 2019 and I love it. Ride on
My problem is with cost... The base bike is very expensive to start with, then the cost of the mods done to this bike would push it WAY over the top. Like paying $35-40k+ for a new Harley Davidson, then dumping $25-30k more into it for performance upgrades.... Hell yes! this makes for a great video, but in the real world it doesn't seem to make much sense... Seems to me if you're rider that does multiple types of riding then you're better served to have machines made for the types for riding you're doing.
Then there is the "tire issue".... No matter how much $$ is dumped into a bike to make it capable, the tires will always be an issue. If dirt oriented tires\pressures are used, the performance and mileage will suffer on pavement, if road oriented tires are used then performance and traction off-road will suffer and unfortunately 50/50 tires just suck on either end ...
thanks for sharing, makes sense
@@dirtniron Sorry Rado.. I went a little over the top on this response...😐
I've been looking into new bikes and I'm aggravated at cost, dealers and availability.
I think I vented a little in this post...
@@painsrides no problem brother, all good 👍
Not true. Unless you own private land or go to a track a lot, most of us need a street registered bike to ride it anywhere. I keep mine full dirt and trailer it
@@craigd123 I have my KTM XC-w(and the Husky TE before it) "street registered and insured" but outside of the lights, its full dirt setup and I haul it to riding areas. I do this, not for "dual-sport" but because the places we ride have forest, gravel and asphalt road transit sections between trails. On the transit sections it would be illegal to ride an unregistered vehicle.. Its a very odd situation here in southern New England but we have great riding areas we just have to deal with the BS...
Excellent content! Thanks for posting! This is exactly what I’d like to get!
Yes triple sport i got one awesome motorcycle & I've owned many .
Awesme video! Completely agree with you on this as it is the most versatile bike IMO.
Y’all are the best keep up your great work y’all luv the content
Thank you! Will do!
Rado, love the vid! Where is that track. What is it called? Thanks in advance. Keep up the great work
this is in Anza, CA called Cahuilla Creek MX thanks bro!
It also can be fit to be considered a light adventure bike, making it a quadruple sport!
I loved the video. I'm basically a new rider...in my mid fifties and haven't ridden since my teen years. I bought a crf250f to get back into trail riding and then went out and also bought a crf450rl for some dual sporting. I immediately replaced the ECU on the 450 because of the jerkiness that most people complain about. But honestly the 450 still scares me on the trails...at least for now. However, I'm having some buyers remorse that I didn't take a closer look at the KTM 350 EXC-F but I'm seriously considering trading both bikes in for one. It seems like a perfect mix between the two. What are your thoughts? Thanks and I love the channel!!
Mark, i think you will be happy on 350f for sure. Just the right amount of everything. Have fun 👍
What happened? I'm planning to bay one
Have an update?
I also considered a 250f to start, but now looking at a 350xcf. Prob not best decision.
Triple trophy review for a super bike. Sweet!!!
Do you happen to have a build list you could send me just to give me and idea and reference to what I would like to get? Thank you and great video!!
Excellent video, thanks for sharing
Would you say this bike or the husky equivalent is manageable to new riders? Or the power and torque is too much to handle?
yea I think so, specially in stock form
How is the engine vibration? I owned two EXC500Fs, and got rid of both as I just couldn't tolerate the high level of engine vibration - gave me blurry vision and a head ache they were so bad. Really liked them otherwise though.
i never noticed any discomfort due to the vibrations
Depend what gearing I have 350 2018 and its 13 52 and its a beast
Where is this track located?
Love this bike 🥰! We use it for our enduro tours in Romania 🇷🇴, off-road only, up to hard enduro. Endless power in that terrain, yet still manageable. Definitely not a street bike. The best street bike is a car, my opinion
Great review
Please help me decide which one is good for me ktm 350 v ktm500
I been riding streets for two years my bike now is ducat pike peak V4 2023
I bout the new Crf 300 Honda 2022 I felt it was underpowered I did about 40 miles on it but don’t like it much
I never been off road but I think I’m a good street rider
I’m 6 ft 2020 pound in my 40s
Please advise
@@freepalestine1977 Only you can make the decision. Test riding helps. I would not choose either of the 2 (350 and 500) for the road. Definitely no 350.
Get all your buddies together and go Break out the Tate brothers. They literally Have no EVIDENCE. Not one piece since april of last year. Call your POLITICIANS and DEMAND the let him and his brother free.
@@freepalestine1977 Get the KTM 450 EXC-F revs a bit better than the 500 (basically the same engine and weight).
Triple sport: Dirt/Street/Snow?
thats even better ;)
What’s the headlight mod called?
I have a 450 with dirt sand and superMoto wheels true
tri sport
I also own a j clark 2 stroke bike
cool, what bike is it?
100% I have a 2022 exc-f 500 and it gets the job done everywhere!
right on Grant, cant go wrong with 500!
Hi I'm looking for a substitute to my Yamaha wr250r.
I'm looking for a little more power and lighter bike.
I know this 350 fulfilled these requirements.
My doubt is that I'm looking for a trail bike with smooth engine that can be ridden in a relax way and aggressively when you want.
It's this 350 feels this way?
yes, I would say so. especially if you get somewhat stock 350f then you have a really smooth power
I have a husqvarna 2019 FE 350, riding hours on the road, riding hours on the track, definitly a triple sport ! (don't need a truck to drive to the track)
Exactly, a triple sport!
I going to buy one of these In the new you would you recommend
I think you cant go wrong, great bikes
The only difference between that bike and a dirt only bike is the fact that you can make the EXC model street legal and the dirt only models you can't, at least not in CA.
they have different tranny, cams, come choked, etc..
i dont know why in usa you call the exc models "dual sport bikes", these bikes are real enduro bikes, josep garcia, actual enduro world champion and manuel lettenbicher, hard enduro rider both ride a exc model , soooo, as an european, please dont call dual sport bike, but nice video overall. congrats
because they come street legal from the factory, so its dual (road and dirt)
great video!🔥
Thumbs up and much support from my side
Thanks brother! Cheers!
What's the cost of the bike and mods
If the bike was so good from factory why did it need 5k worth of mods and mapping
bike had bad engine, so needed to be rebuild anyway. Also the stock EXC in California comes super choked..
Great bike!
Great video!
Thanks bros! 👍
In Europe it is a race bike same horsepower than 350sxf
interesting, so no choking for emissions?
@@dirtniron no, here is no restriction that much like in USA
That is a nice bike i would call it a triple sport🤙
right on Mike, thanks!
I just bought one, had a beta 300rr before. Its just a better bike all around.
Nobody ever has considered this highly specialised enduro racing bike as a dual sport 😂
As an European, i can just confirm that we CAN'T call these bike dual sport, too much maintenence for a dual! These are for Weekend rides/ competition oly
Too much maintenance? I just did a 1800 mile 50 hour trip....no maintenance. I did change oil and it didn't look too bad.
So I should just throw out the manual and listen to you and ride on the weekends only??
Should I give the registry back their plate and tell them you said it’s not really a Dual-Sport??
Do what you want but don’t try telling us what our bikes are for jerk-off.
Yeah, but you have to keep on top of things, have the space, tools, time for the quite frequent checks, fluid changes, wear leading to part replacement, getting on first name terms with your local KTM dealer and parts provider and so on..
When I was a kid loving your dirt bike and keeping it singing was part of the fun. But this is not the bike to commute with or to fetch the groceries. LOL!
(My mechanic friend tells me his clientele usually brings him hot bikes, totally knackered).
Do you have 500cc review?
no, not yet
@@dirtniron ok, so I’m waiting for…
@@csbalazs01 i have 500exc '16 SE A L ;)
@@andybishop82 I have 15 450 EXC-F 🔥
Awesome video.
Glad you enjoyed it
I have a Husqvarna fe350s the twin brother of this bike and it’s amazing in every way because you can literally ride it in every state on and off road because it’s a “green sticker” bike. You can definitely uncork it and keep it a bit low key to look stock and you won’t be borthered. I’m getting a GET EUC and a PinIt end cap and it’ll look completely stock and still have the extra power. I’d get a new pipe but I don’t want to be bothered at my age. Also I have some Motoz Rallz tires and they’re amazing, I’m thinking about getting the Motoz Desert tire for the front once the Rallz goes and just run a Rallz rear and Desert front.
thanks for sharing!
I want the best bike for Sh!t hitting the fan. I want to be able to go on road, off road and be light enough to manhandle through fields, fences, creeks, picking it up etc.
Why not a 500 exc-f? No need for engine upgrades
Agree, or even a 450, more than enough power without all those expensive modifications.
How about a stock one not a totally modified bike?
I had one, and they will do everything that his will do.
Probably won’t perform as well. 13k U.S. plus 3k upgraded parts plus labor. My car don’t cost 16k so getting this would have priorities backwards an unwise. #nice bike for the fortunate, not for me living check to check with wife and kids.
Stock is decent too but definitely slower since its all choked. This one is 2019 and was bought for a really good price with bad motor.. wasnt 13k+3k but I get your point, these bikes are not cheap, maybe thats why I dont have one yet ;)
Yes, definitely a triple sport!
For starters, a Dual Sport is almost always a min
of 300lbs / 136kilos, a seat height usually of less
than 35'' , and a ground clearance NOWHERE near 14'' .
I see the KTM 350 EXC-F as off road, enduro.
lol, a 'triple sport'? Could be ...
👍👍
Thanks for sharing!
FPS Russia for motorcycles lol jk man you've got skills made stuff look easy awesome bike good review a new category the TRI-SPORT category nice bro
lol, thanks man
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But KTM calls it a dual sport.😊
Race bike in europe wins evrything
I want one .. also I got some great trails here by my house in Temecula 🦾
You should!
@@dirtniron I found a 350 and 450 on offer up just deciding which one to get … hopefully I can rip some trails with ya bud..
@@dirtniron I actually just bought a 2009 husky te 310.. I’m not a big dude so it’s perfect got me … gonna start setting up a vail lake dual sport ride