A lot of riders complain a 250f is not powerful enough and a 450f is too powerful, so it would appear a 350f is the way to go! And rather than think of a 350 as a detuned 450, think of it as a hyper-tuned 250 without the engine maintenance you would need for a hyper-tuned 250.
I think it’s a mistake to use a test rider who doesn’t have experience on previous years models. Would have been much more beneficial to have Josh ride it. I sold my 2020 ktm 350 due to lack of bottom end hit but the talk is the 2023s have quite a bit more. MXA tested videos are always the best but I want that previous year comparison from someone who has ridden both.
Hey Jeremy, I agree that would be a mistake! I did test the bike and it is the same engine that your 2020 KTM 350 had. Like JB mentioned, the GasGas bikes are the same as 2022 KTMs, they didn't get the 2023 KTM updates.
Undecided between gas gas 350mc 4t or Ktm 300sx 2t. I currently ride new 450 but as a vet ready to lighten the load I’m ready for a new chapter. #undecided help👍👌🙏
My vote: neither. You can get a Pro Circuit Kawi 250F that will have the same amount of power as that stock 350 for less money. PC sells stock bikes with pipes and graphics for MSRP or if you want more of that 350 power you can get last years practice/race bikes for the PC factory guys that are retired for like $5000 and they tighten everything up for u but u got to know someone who knows someone who knows Mitch Payton. But ya 250F can be made super powerful and remain more light and nimble. Yamaha loves R&D and I can see them dropping a 350 before any other Japanese manufacturer.
@@jpesicka492 You can get PC 250f with 54+ hp for cheaper than a gas gas, huh? If that was even possible that PC motor would last 15 hrs max while the gas gas goes 150
I have a 350 KTM, love the power, it does sit fairly high( i am six foot with short legs) i have ridden a 2023 350 Husqvarna, It is lower ( as is the Gas gas) I will be buying the husky next.jb.
@@baddowboy Thanks, I have my KX450 currently set up for woods GNCC with reheated sprockets and now I use all 5 gears in woods with 12/52 and lowered it in rear like the new Husqvarna’s and it’s a total difference feel then MX set up. Even going from 19 rear wheel to 18 made a difference in control. With the electric start I’m no longer kicking on side of hills but still considering a 350 or 300. Honestly I’m a Japanese fan not so much European bc I can handle the aggressive snatch an arm pumps from longevity experience on a 450.
A lot of riders complain a 250f is not powerful enough and a 450f is too powerful, so it would appear a 350f is the way to go! And rather than think of a 350 as a detuned 450, think of it as a hyper-tuned 250 without the engine maintenance you would need for a hyper-tuned 250.
Great review Josh!
Amazing suspension 👏
I think it’s a mistake to use a test rider who doesn’t have experience on previous years models. Would have been much more beneficial to have Josh ride it. I sold my 2020 ktm 350 due to lack of bottom end hit but the talk is the 2023s have quite a bit more. MXA tested videos are always the best but I want that previous year comparison from someone who has ridden both.
The 2023 GasGas 350 engine is not the updated (NEW) engine that the KTM/ Husky received in '23. Its essentially the '22 KTM engine
Hey Jeremy, I agree that would be a mistake! I did test the bike and it is the same engine that your 2020 KTM 350 had. Like JB mentioned, the GasGas bikes are the same as 2022 KTMs, they didn't get the 2023 KTM updates.
Lovely big front sprocket ⚙️ beefy
Yz250f pulls 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Undecided between gas gas 350mc 4t or Ktm 300sx 2t. I currently ride new 450 but as a vet ready to lighten the load I’m ready for a new chapter. #undecided help👍👌🙏
My vote: neither. You can get a Pro Circuit Kawi 250F that will have the same amount of power as that stock 350 for less money. PC sells stock bikes with pipes and graphics for MSRP or if you want more of that 350 power you can get last years practice/race bikes for the PC factory guys that are retired for like $5000 and they tighten everything up for u but u got to know someone who knows someone who knows Mitch Payton. But ya 250F can be made super powerful and remain more light and nimble. Yamaha loves R&D and I can see them dropping a 350 before any other Japanese manufacturer.
@@jpesicka492 You can get PC 250f with 54+ hp for cheaper than a gas gas, huh? If that was even possible that PC motor would last 15 hrs max while the gas gas goes 150
I have a 350 KTM, love the power, it does sit fairly high( i am six foot with short legs) i have ridden a 2023 350 Husqvarna, It is lower ( as is the Gas gas) I will be buying the husky next.jb.
@@baddowboy Thanks, I have my KX450 currently set up for woods GNCC with reheated sprockets and now I use all 5 gears in woods with 12/52 and lowered it in rear like the new Husqvarna’s and it’s a total difference feel then MX set up. Even going from 19 rear wheel to 18 made a difference in control. With the electric start I’m no longer kicking on side of hills but still considering a 350 or 300. Honestly I’m a Japanese fan not so much European bc I can handle the aggressive snatch an arm pumps from longevity experience on a 450.
@@shannonscott5788 KTM inc rules the roost now. Try that GasGas.
1980s called and said they want their silver wheels back 😂😂😂😂
KTM action magazine
Gasgas are just great value versions of ktms
Yeah the stock HP is higher than a Suzuki but at what RPM?
NM, should have watched for like 5 more secs lol. I think thats the difference, as a vet rider, I don't find myself in the 13000 RPM range very often.
@@MegaStreet11 then don’t buy a bike like this. Not a trail putter.
Amazing machine 50 horse's approximately 😅that's enough for anyone
can only see can't have
never buy a used bike from Barcia.
Gas gas is a stupid name there I said it. This my dream bike though
Buwahahaha, basically a 350 is built for the weaker generation. Since a few of today's riders complain about a stock 450 is scary to ride 😂
A Gad Gas 350 will always be slower. Nuff said.
I will NOT buy a motorcycle called Gas Gas. Geeesh.
Call it a Red KTM then.