KTM 350 EXC-f - Triple Sport Dirt Bike ?!

Hey Guys, today I am trying to see if we can call this KTM 350 EXC-f a "triple sport" This bike is a build done by Jay Clark ‪@dirtbiketv1‬ with 366 big bore kit, Vortex ignition, mapping and porting done by Twisted Development. Blast to ride! Check out all the build details below. Cheers!
SAR
SAR Easy Fit Under Fender LED Tail Light and License Plate Mounting Plate, Clear Lens LED Turn Signals with OE Style Connector (Front and Rear), Smart Flasher - LED Turn Signal Relay, Direct Plug-in Dash Indicator Rewire Kit, Key Switch Eliminator (Allows you to take off the OE key switch), Over/Under Start/Stop Switch (Kill button does not lock down), SAR Keyed Kill Switch (A key switch that doesn’t kill the battery!), Multi-function Light Control Switch (OFF - LOW - HIGH)
www.sicassraci...
CYLINDER WORKS
2mm Big Bore Cylinder Kit 366cc, Includes Forged Vertex Piston and Top-End Gasket Kit
www.cylinder-w...
TWISTED DEVELOPMENT
Vortex X-10 ECU & Mapping, Head Porting to Match the Big Bore Cylinder (2019 #101)
www.td-racing.com
RACE TECH
Suspension Re-Valve and Setup on Both Bikes, Head Porting to Match the Big Bore Cylinder (2017 #133)
www.racetech.com
FMF RACING
SS Header, Alum F 4.1 RCT Muffler
www.fmfracing.com
BLAIS RACING SERVICES
Clutch Weight, Smog Delete for Closed Course Competition Use
www.blaisracin...
SUPERSPROX
Front 14T, Rear 51T Gold Stealth Sprocket, Gold Enduro O-Ring Chain
www.supersprox...
IMS
Large Tank, Coolant Catch Can
www.imsproducts.com
MOTOMINDED
Adjustable Light Mount with Dimmer Set Up (2019 #101)
www.motominded...
BAJA DESIGNS
Head Lights
www.bajadesign...
DECAL WORKS
Semi-Custom Graphics Kit, Pre-printed Number Plate Backgrounds
www.decalmx.com
WORKS CONNECTION
Factory II Stand, Front & Rears Brake Caps, Clutch Master Cylinder Cap, Rotating Bar Clamp, Steering Stem Nut
www.worksconne...
SCAR
Titanium Footpegs
www.scar-racin...
DUNLOP
AT81 Front (90/90-21), AT81 Rear (120/90-18)
www.dunlopmoto...
UNI FILTER
Two Stage Air Filter
www.unifilter.com
TM DESIGNWORKS
Rear Chain Guide
www.tmdesignwo...
HINSON CLUTCH COMPONENTS
Clutch Plates and Outer Cover
www.hinsonraci...
MOTOSEAT
Custom Cool Seat Cover
www.motoseat.com
MOTION PRO
Titan Throttle Tube, Grip Glue
www.motionpro.com
RENTHAL
603 Fat Bars, Grips
www.renthal.com
BULLET PROOF DESIGNS
Rear Swingarm Guard, Radiator Guards, Rear Disc and Caliper Guard
www.bulletproo...
TUSK
Oversized Rotor/Adaptor Bracket, Complete Wheelset, Oversized Rotor Front, Rotor Rear, Brake and Sprocket Hardware
www.tuskoffroa...
ENDURO ENGINEERING
Clutch Cylinder Guard, Hand Guards
www.enduroeng.com
UFO PLASTIC
Full Plastic Kit Orange (2019 #101), Full Plastic Kit Flo Orange (2017 #133)
www.ufoplastic...
P3 CARBON
Carbon Skid Plate
www.p3carbon.com
DOUBLE TAKE MIRRORS
Folding 4” Rear View Mirrors
www.doubletake...
KTM PARTS
Frame Guards, Two-Stroke Air Filter Cage
www.ktm.com/us...
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KTM 350 EXC-f Dual Sport - Triple Sport ;)

[@nev357]

350 EXC F is becoming as legendary as the DR650,

[@Darkman79]

Awesome bike! Complete package! I was "moto-vated" to get a '17 ktm 450 6 days, street legal , trail capable machine, last week...cant wait:)))lol

[@dirtniron]

cool man!! congrats you will love it! share some feedback once you have some miles in, have fun!

[@srrtbb]

I bought 2016 excf350 last week. It is going to be adventure touring, green trails slayer, and supermoto. Yes, I 100%% agreed it is like multi-tools of a motorcycle. It has more power than I ever need and lightest in all 250-350cc class. Nothing even comes close other than Beta and Husqvarna 350.

[@dirtniron]

Good choice!

[@scottgaskill4896]

I'm on the east coast and 51 years old. I bought the 250 XCF and think it's the best decision I've made in a long time.

[@dirtniron]

congrats Scott!

[@scottgaskill4896]

@@dirtniron Thank you, I appreciate that.

[@akuskus]

How do you feel about the short service interval? Is it getting too expensive and bothersome or easily manageable? I am thinking about an EXC-F myself.

[@7EPLO]

Wicked bike, can't wait to get my hands on one!

[@dr.x4050]

I started watching this video very seriously after I found out I can no longer get a red or green sticker for a 2-stroke bike in California in 2022. The 350 EXC-F may be one of few or the only bike that can ride on public roads, trails, and handle the jumps on an MX track.

[@bikeninja956]

such a sick bike, nice overall review. Crazy how it just does everything well... def got my eye on this model.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Seems like it's geared a little high for the track, but that's what you'd expect. It pulls VERY clean from the bottom, tho. Looks like a good all-around ride. Good bike to connect trails when you have to use the highway to do so.

[@dirtniron]

yes, that wide ratio gearbox and gearing is not made for the track, but still was able to ride there and enjoy it. It felt overall kinda soft for sharp riding on the track..

[@tomnekuda3818]

@@dirtniron Nice ride, a Blessed Christmas to you.

[@tomjarels5732]

Nice riding! Looks like alot of fun! And as always great video!

[@dirtniron]

thanks Tom, glad you like it!

[@mt1885]

*KTM #1* 👍👍👍

[@silvertopenduro2703]

Excellent review, Just bought one myself, a 2012 stock 250EXCF. has 15min blast on a paddock around home, and yep. It will tractor from low speed without flaming out too easy, and the wheel pop is progressive and predictable. I called it a forgiving and confidence inspiring bike. Can wait to hit some flowing single track and a mix of a few jumps on some MX tracks. Cheers from the land down under, Silver Top - Dougie. :)

[@dirtniron]

Right on! glad you liked the review, have fun on your bike!

[@silvertopenduro2703]

@@dirtniron LOL, just realised i said 250 excf, its a typeo, i have the 350 EXCf, dahhh me.lol

[@arno41]

i would just like you to know last christmas i bought a crf150r and only thing that has been done is changing oil like once or twice. I never changed the air filter or added any coolant, your welcome.

[@dirtniron]

alright bud, the way I see it is that maintenance is like a pay back, its a relationship of love, give and take.. in life too, you need to give and take.. you wont get far if you keep taking most of the time.

[@Kickstart500]

Dirt N Iron so true.. and like relationships there are the ones that require constant high maintenance upkeep and those that will never let you down with just a minimum of reasonable TLC

[@arno41]

@@dirtniron the only problems have been taking more than 1 kick to start

[@benmorgan8862]

Great video. I have a 2019 350 exc and love it. Very capable machine.

[@dirtniron]

thanks Ben! great bikes for sure!

[@tonyrichengod9280]

Absolute beauty

[@toddkurtz9345]

Another great video. You sure get some fun bikes to try! I haven't been to that track for over a year now. Time to try it out with the new configuration. Merry Christmas!

[@dirtniron]

thanks Todd, Merry Christmas to you as well!

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

I had a KTM 400 SX and it was a very serious moto bike but I've always wanted a multi use bike like this one , KTM build awesome Quality so there is a pretty good price tag as well , but worth it and you get what you pay for , thanks .

[@dirtniron]

yea, they are not cheap, but really good bikes! thanks for sharing Mike!

[@julianelston3961]

Great video shots what Go Pro mount did you use?

[@dirtniron]

Dango Design, here you go www.dango-design.com

[@skolvikesnation]

@Dirt N Iron What kind of hand protectors do you have on your bike bars. And you lights on front

[@dirtniron]

enduro engineering hand guards and Baja designs light

[@jeanlucbibian5101]

J'adore

[@dirtdad8478]

Nice, how would you rate the 350 vs the WR450F, thinking about getting a 2020 WR450F. Might settle for the WR250F. I can plate the WR so it would be my plated dirt bike/dual sport. Probably just a double sport, no motocross.

[@dirtniron]

Personally, if I am going to plate it and ride it on a street for quite a bit, I would probably choose wr450. Its powerful, but not too hard to manage, its little heavier but feels quite nimble on the trails.. best if you can try them both out. Then again, 350 is just the right size.. basically you cant go wrong with either of these bikes

[@Bf3xx]

If you had to choose between this ktm 350 and the wr450f which would you choose? I cannot make up my mind 6' tall 200lbs

[@dirtniron]

what kind of riding? street legal?

[@anthonykolodzik7807]

Bike looks like a blast good video

[@dirtniron]

thanks Anthony!

[@chrisblanchard4938]

Would a KTM 500 exc handle all day road riding if I was to do a multi day trip that involved pavement and trails?

[@HardcoreWeeaboo]

Yeah for sure it does that with easy many people have said. Even the 450 exc

[@dirtniron]

I think so!

[@poeirinhamotocenterdavidcl6560]

beautiful motorcycle, you know how to treat it, great track.

[@dirtniron]

thanks David, appreciate it!

[@Johnfreedom64]

I have a 2016 KTM 350 EXC-F love it , but mine is totally stock...scared to change pipe and mess with the TPS on it

[@michaelcassidy9577]

Dude is a south paw! nice!

[@dirtniron]

haha, yea ;)

[@DanielOliveiraSantos]

Hello Rado, I’ve been looking at one of those but reliability is key to me, I’ve been riding my bike for over 5 and just oil changes 500+hours. How is that one for trail riding and street use ?

[@dirtniron]

we had one guy who has 400+ hours on 350 XCF, I think they are pretty reliable if you take a good care of them

[@DanielOliveiraSantos]

Dirt N Iron Nice thank you so much for t he answer

[@kitesurfuk]

I've had my2015 350 exc-f from new and done190 hours and I've never even had the spark plug out. :)) Still on original piston, fork seals, wheel bearings. I checked the valves once at 10 hours but besides that I haven't done a single thing except change oil and filter every 15 hours. I changed the sprockets from new and run 14-48 so the bike hasn't ever been revved hard. Hope this helps.

[@DanielOliveiraSantos]

@@kitesurfuk It does help, do you feel any lack of engine power any difference from new ? I think that for 190hrs it should be as good as new, but they are a different type of engine....

[@kitesurfuk]

@@DanielOliveiraSantos Mine is the older version, but I doubt it's that much different from a reliability point of view. I put most of those hours on the bike in the first 2 years and have been riding mainly motocross with my other bike lately. I have never ridden the bike hard to be honest, so it's hard to say if it feel like it's dropped any power. It still starts really easy and doesn't use any oil. Never had to adjust the idle either and it seems to run like it did when it was new. Like I said earlier I changed the sprockets from new and it will do 55/60 mph with just over a quarter throttle on the road. I can do 100 miles on a tank before the reserve light comes on, so that should give you an idea of it's easy life. I was going to change the piston at 50 hours as per the manual, but after speaking to a ktm mechanic I decided to leave it.

[@jimineutron259]

I had that very same bike 2018 ktm 350 exc-f, I bought it brand new and it was garbage. I sold it in less than a year because they flame out at low rpms, it had several electrical problems, the wires were breaking inside the coatings leaving me with no starter motor, no lights the second time, no blinkers the 3rd time. I geared it down a bit so that was ok, but it was also bogged way down with smog controls which I mostly fixed. I now ride a 2018 250xc-w, it must 4th ktm they are good but not without their problems, I can go on and on.

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing Jimi! what are the issues you have with you 250xc-w?

[@jimineutron259]

@@dirtniron I am told that in 2018 ktm started making their own reeds, they suck and broke off deep in the mountains, bike would not run and pulling it with a ktm 500 and tow strap up and down those hills is easier said than done. It took till 3am (12 hours) to get the bike out of there and we were sore for a week afterwards. My buddy is the parts manager and told me that all 2018 ktms are having this problem. The broken reeds will make a mess out of your top end as well. I now have 100hrs on the bike and everything is fine now.

[@BlueThunder69NZ]

Nice vid Rado ;-) I’m here in NewZealand considering getting my beta 350rr race edition certified for the streets. What size sprockets are on the 350exc, and would you suggest any changes to what is in your bike for mostly trails and a bit of pavement between?

[@dirtniron]

thanks mate! I am not sure what was there, but I guess around 50, it was geared more for trails and pavement, felt bit long on the track. I would gear it for little taller gears if I am planning to stay on the pavement too

[@BlueThunder69NZ]

Just for laughs I tried a 12f 52r combo the other day, and man did it accelerate hard. Topped out so quickly and was also changing gears like a demon. Stock is 13f 49r I believe on the Beta. Might try 14f 49r for once I finally dual sport. Looking forward to the opportunities it will afford your explore more freely 😎

[@leift70]

Love the content!

[@dirtniron]

Cool man, glad you like it!

[@stevenharris2973]

Well done sir, well done. “Leonardo Dicapro cheers 🥂”

[@dirtniron]

haha, thanks Steven ;)

[@maverick2242]

Good work buddy🤙

[@dirtniron]

thanks Mav, glad you like it!

[@drewmax77]

😍😍😍

[@drewmax77]

Hey do you think this bike will be good for a passenger? I mean. If i install the pass pedal will hold the weight? Im contemplating to get the 2020 soon. Thanks in advance for your response 👍

[@adamdyment9732]

Hell yeah. Love this idea. It's too bad California won't let you plate offroad bikes. I'd love to see some of the older bikes you do in this theme.

[@markreynolds8459]

Adam Dyment I have an 03 450 exc plated and just got my tags for 2020 some people say that but that’s not always the case

[@adamdyment9732]

@@markreynolds8459 I'm confused. Are you saying California will allow offroad bikes to be registered for street use? I thought the EXCs were factory legal.

[@markreynolds8459]

All I’m saying is I have my bike dot certified and it is registered and insured . I bought it used and they gave me the title it transferred over fine in October of last year and I just got my new tags again this year renews dec 25

[@adamdyment9732]

@@markreynolds8459 I think I get what you are and are not saying. Her in Washington its actually pretty simple to register an offroad bike. I've got an older crf450x

[@dirtniron]

I guess you can keep older bikes street legal if they been street legal before, but cant really make them street legal now.. only factory street legal.. there is a vin verification, it has to come street legal from factory .. I think

[@TheXaelem]

interesting concept, but to me it is still dualsport: dirt and road...MX, enduro, harescramble, rally all those stuff is dirt....350xcf can do all those relatively well so maybe call it a pentasport?

[@dirtniron]

haha, interesting idea. XCF is great bike for all kinds of dirt riding, however cant be street legal in California. thats where EXC-F stands out

[@TheXaelem]

@@dirtniron models are different in SA. Here the xcw are the ones that have headlights.

[@ManuelMPB]

Great bike and great video! Cheers from Italy man. I would like to ask, do you know more or less the price of changing piston and stuff? Cause I really like that bike and I would use it 60% on street and 40% amatorial enduro but I’m afraid On the economical aspect ahah

[@dirtniron]

I am not quite sure what it is in Italy.. honestly I never paid for it here in US either, not sure the price of the labor, sorry

[@rjg3876]

In my opinion the Husaberg FE570 is super good at all aspects of motorcycles riding light enough for most offroading and powerful enough for most streets riding. though for Me 200 mile rides is all can do on road a day. And like I said before 1% Street 99% dirt

[@dirtniron]

yea, thats a good bike too, I used to have fe570 and fx450, great bike!

[@toryjeff]

Rado great video. I actually live in Temecula. Would you mind sharing to location of that trail?

[@dirtniron]

thanks Jeff, email me at [e-mail]

[@TheJumpn]

Great bike.

[@dirtniron]

thanks Jim!

[@ryeann2567]

Could the 350 excf be a decent first bike for an experienced road rider looking to get into dirt in Norcal?

[@dirtniron]

Yes i think it would make great first bike for you, good luck Ryan!

[@alexzanderarmstrong]

I’m definitely moto-vated to get a street legal bike now 👍

[@dirtniron]

yea, its very convenient and a lot of fun too! ;)

[@AP-vv1yu]

Bwahahaha I see what you did there.

[@neilkaye081]

Great vid can you do one on the 500?

[@dirtniron]

I will once I have 500 to test, thanks Neil!

[@neilkaye081]

@@dirtniron A 500 with a rekluse would it turn into the ultimate triple sport doing away with the flame outs and chugging at slow speeds?

[@rubenanacleto24]

Triple sport... Nice one... I use one old school triple sport. Suzuki dr 350 😉

[@dirtniron]

Cool man! 😉

[@camerongordon2638]

Is this a good bike for a beginner?

[@dirtniron]

Its decent, specially in stock form

[@CLICKDHIFurniture]

I want this!!

[@dirtniron]

get one!

[@23lnp]

Is this bike similar ride to the excf 250 ?

[@dirtniron]

yes, with more power

[@subdued8030]

What are the different bikes you own?

[@dirtniron]

right now ktm 300 and yz250 ;)

[@russclewley6945]

What go pro mount is it? Looking for one of those.

[@dirtniron]

here you go, love the mount! www.dango-design.com/shop/gripper-mount/

[@Canoneosmiami]

Do u have to pay to ride there on dirt or u just sign a waiver?

[@dirtniron]

you need to pay

[@zakaroonetwork777]

What and Where is this track in Cali?

[@dirtniron]

Cahuilla creek mx in Anza

[@Canoneosmiami]

Where is it ?

[@dirtniron]

Cahuilla Creek MX

[@jasonjoel800]

Why did you choose 350 over 500 exc?

[@dirtniron]

its not my bike, I am just doing the review. 350 is lighter for the trails, I think 500 is a lot of bike for most of the guys

[@jasonjoel800]

@@dirtniron I'm finding it's only 4lb lighter but has 8 less hp. Looking for a bike to ride SD to Cabo but can't decide between 500 vs 350. What would you ride

[@johanberglund6563]

Engine braiking?

[@dirtniron]

not too much, like any other 350 i think..

[@jeremiahsipaco6112]

im so sad, I miss my bike already, I love to go back trail riding again.. huhuhu

[@dirtniron]

get another one soon ;)

[@jeremiahsipaco6112]

@@dirtniron yeah I will start saving money, it's hard for us OFWs Oversees Filipino Workers because we are too far from our family and country. and also my hobby hehehe

[@hexhead5732]

It look heavy on the motor cross track but really good on the trails nice and smooth good test video

[@dirtniron]

thanks man, yea.. mx is ok.. but trails were great!

[@wolveschantsandsongs6631]

1:29 Ronnie Mack on the window

[@dirtniron]

;)

[@wolveschantsandsongs6631]

Dirt N Iron I’ve met him, great guy and rider

[@jeffbenton5714]

Really enjoyed that comparison👍 thank you.! But I am wondering 🤔would I need a BiG Bore kit on my 350 to take it comfortably on the highway? Thanks again! 🤙

[@dirtniron]

I think you dont have to have it, 350 should be plenty fast

[@xterrential]

Judas is rising

[@7royalseven7]

It s a awesome Bike but to expensiv . You can get in Europe Beta RR 350 , or the GasGas Bikes, for less 2000€ expensive as tue KTM brand , but when i spent so much money so why the Heck no Husqvarna ??? The fe 350 is the same Bike but with PDS System, ktm has a DDS System So you will get more comfortable at the Motocross Speedway and this bikes not much more , and every one knows it s the same bike , same quality but some different tiny things the Fe 350 is so far like the Exc Factory , but has pds System .

[@dirtniron]

thanks for sharing Dreck!

[@anyelonunez5891]

❤💪💪💪💪

[@davidpickering4100]

Get a second set of wheels and it becomes a great Supermoto bike.

[@robh3267]

It's a Jay Clark bike what else do you need to say.

[@dirtniron]

exactly ;)

[@Danman1972]

If your going to bring a dual sport to the track.... liberal use of the horn when passing folks is defiantly necessary! I won't thumbs down ya, but come correct in the future.

[@dirtniron]

hahah, I am definitely going to use my horn next time ;)

[@امينيحيى-د1خ]

السلام عليكم

[@dirtsnail7213]

This bike is super sexy!!!! DAMN

[@dirtniron]

she looks good ;)

[@anyelonunez5891]

🇩🇴

[@ED-on8to]

The problem is that these bikes aren‘t street legal. With something about 10-17 hp in the papers!

[@Kickstart500]

Triple sport... cross training enduro.. let’s make new words for stuff we’ve been doing forever..

[@dirtniron]

:)