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2025 KTM 350XCF Moto Time at Briarcliff MX! This Bike Does it All!

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Moto time! A couple of slow Vet laps riding my 2025 KTM 350XCF on the A-track at Briarcliff MX! I was riding tight single track on Friday and today (Sunday) I am riding moto. I used the Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO) to dial in the power using the Hardpack/Dry base power map and maximizing Throttle Response and minimizing Engine Braking. This setting really livens up the roll on power and torque feel. The new chassis has more compliance and tire contact patch feel. The engine runs strong and clean. This is a fun bike to ride! Perhaps the best Do-it-All 4-stroke for the 2025 model year!
Here is a video explaining how I dial back the power using the CUO...
• KTM Connectivity Unit ...
The 2025 KTM 350XCF might just be the best Do it All 4-stroke dirt bike...
• Best Do it All 4-Strok...
350's are such a great combination of Power/Weight/Handling and this latest 350 engine in the updated 2025 KTM chassis with new WP spring forks does not disappoint! The latest 350 engine has stronger low to mid power compared to the KR350 and still pulls forever on top and both of the stock EFI maps run clean and crisp. The complete Akrapovic exhaust system on the 25 350XCF is quieter, lighter, pulls strong, and has a spark arrester too. With the Connectivity Unit Offroad it is easy to dial in the power character of the 350XCF. For woods riding I dial back the power and throttle response using the Gravel/Wet base power map. In the Advance settings option I minimize throttle response, minimize engine braking, and maximize Traction Control. This combination really smoothes out the initial throttle response making the 350XCF easier to ride on tight trails. Minimizing engine braking frees up the chassis and gives the bike a "lighter" feel in motion. At the MX track I can use the CUO to turn up the throttle response and use the Sand/Dry base map for a little more power feel. The CUO offers the option to change the engine power and character.
The updated WP spring forks are impressive! The rear of the bike has more comfort too with the updated frame along with linkage and shock changes though still not as compliant as the KR350 chassis/frame on the chop and sharp inputs. This could be the first Austrian bike I ride with the stock suspension.

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23 авг 2024

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@SgtSyphilis69 Месяц назад

Such a beautiful track. Haven't been there in years. Looks so much different! I remember going back in the day on the monster energy days and getting free drinks! Lots of good memories.

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Yes I have been riding at the Cliff for years! What a great facility!

@regg4172 Месяц назад

Love your excitement for the 350 especially for tighter woods riding. I’ve ridden all the new 2024 ktm two stroke in northern Idaho woods and prefer a 4 stroke to all of them. Especially my 2018 350 w/ rekluse. It truly is exceptional. And will have to keep the smiles going until the 2025 market comes back to earth. New bike prices are way too high for me. And haters hate but I ride expert/B level vet30 so don’t give me the “newb” BS from the “have to have a 2 stroke to ride woods” crowd.

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

KTM 350 with Rekluse is like cheating! Love it! And yes new bike prices are CRAZY!!! There are some big rebates now on 23/24 model year models so that makes them a little more resonable.

@Joe-pb3lx Месяц назад

Southwick was a good race......both classes......i remember in my 20's id watch a national on tv then got so motivated i had to go load up my bike and go out riding......the good ole days

@stevedouglas1654 Месяц назад

Deegan was on 🔥

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

2nd moto in both classes had some exceptional racing!

@johnkling3537 Месяц назад

Does-To-All four banger 🎯 Cell Phone Tuned 🏆 Another quality bike from Wally at Wheelsports

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Wally is a legend!

@mschumaker1 Месяц назад

Damn you're sending it good!

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Thanks! I finally did the big step up jump on the next session! Briarcliff MX is such a great track and facility!

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

Wow, I thought I had mine heading into plush territory up front at 16 compression and 22 rebound!

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Spin those clickers - does not cost anything! With the new hydro stop bottoming system I can run some fairly soft settings and enjoy that bump absorption when the track gets choppy.

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 That new XC-F has springs forks right? You don't have air? Where do you keep your air pressure at on the other KTM's if the clickers are set so plush? 130psi? I understand you weigh approx 20lbs lighter than me.

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

@@brutus6328 Yes the 24/25 XC models came with new WP spring forks. For AER forks I usually started around 9.8 bar pressure and C18 R24 for that plush feel. Use the red rings on the forks to check for bottoming - I like about 30mm from bottoming and whatever pressure that is then spin clickers. I am 6'2" tall and weigh about 195 lbs

@stevedouglas1654 Месяц назад

Still want a 2025 Husky TX300 TBI

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

I am very tempted to get a new 25 TX300 or 300XC soon...I want to try the 2-stoke 300 engine in the updated frame

@MXJEFF94 Месяц назад

The C class practice is so dangerous....Lol. No one holds their line, and everyone cross jumps each other. Also, when you are coming up to someone they start block passing you in corners like they get paid to ride for a living.... 🤣. Anyways great video as always!

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

True!! Briarcliff MX is such a cool track and facility. I finally did the big step up jump on the next session so I will get that video next ride at the Cliff. Oh yea I passed that 125 smoker back at the end🤣

@MXJEFF94 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 nice 🙌. I love your videos man! I have a 24 ktm 350 XCF with cone valve/ trax and a rekluse radius 4.0…. Such a great bike, but it vibrates so much. I’m considering the 25 300 XC, I ride single track in AZ with lots of rocks

@williamcrotts7054 Месяц назад

@@MXJEFF94 Vibrate? You need to ride a pre-balanced beta if you think the 350 vibrates.

@MXJEFF94 Месяц назад

@@williamcrotts7054 no thanks! Not a beta fan at all. To make a 350 work you have to rev the piss out of it. Ride one back to back Compared to a counter balanced KTM and you’ll be shocked

@williamcrotts7054 Месяц назад

@@MXJEFF94 I also have a 24 300 HE, I'm aware of the counter balancer. To drag race a 450 yea you need to rev her but otherwise the 350 is a complete motor that you can probably just leave in 3rd gear for just about everything.

@Joe-pb3lx Месяц назад

i dont know if its me but when you do your intro it cancels itself out right at the beginning and finds itself once your voice calms down.....almost like you need a limiter on your voice, its so powerful when you first speak.......ive noticed this from day one

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Yes I am not sure how the GoPro Hero7 starts the audio. I usually give it a couple of seconds before I talk but seems to auto adjust for the first second or two then dials in the volume. I'll try counting 3~5 secs before talking on the next couple of videos and see if that is better.

@Joe-pb3lx Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 ......sounds good......hope it helps......i hate missing your whole intro, but if it doesnt work i will deal.....

@williamcrotts7054 Месяц назад

If you don't mind me asking what did the exhaust set you back? I doubt you'll ever get that last 1" of travel, that is your hydro stop in the forks and it works really well.

@stevedouglas1654 Месяц назад

The exhaust is stock KTM I think

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

I am not sure what the current MSRP is for the full Akrapovic exhaust sytem. I got this system from my buddy who had it on his 23 350SXF for a short time then sold the bike. Otherwise I would have just got the slip on Akrapovic which I think retail for $799 but lots of places have 15~20% off specials. Akrapovic are quiet, perform well, lightweight, smaller, and have a spark arrester...quiet is #1 with me and SA is nice too. Hydro stops work great!!!

@williamcrotts7054 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 Thanks so much for your info. I agree quieter is much better. My 23 just turned 44 hrs and the valves are right in spec. No movement since new. Love this motor. The new forks are awesome but I'm telling you, you need to put a recluse 4.0 in that bike. I'm listening to your motor when you're coming into the corners and it's right at the point of stalling but your clutch hand saves it. I'm betting not every time though. Imagine running a gear or two higher, carrying more speed, going in deeper into the corner slam the brakes and rocket out with out the worry of stalling. Probably clear that step up. Lol

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

@@williamcrotts7054 Yep I ran Rekluse Core 3.0's a few years back and they were really good in the woods and on the moto track. I can only imagine the Radius 4.0 is better but I suppose it should be at MSRP $1500! I did clear the step up in the next session!!!

@campb636 Месяц назад

2 questions. 1) how did you obtain this xcf already? 2) how did you get the CUO?

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

I bought my 2025 KTM 350XCF from my good buddy Wally at Wheelsports in Columbus, Ohio. I also ordered the CUO kit from Wheelsports back in June. The CUO is available to order by any KTM dealer.

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

When you're in 3rd gear and doing those corners, are you having to feather the clutch a touch or are you off it completely? Also, I have to say I don't think I've heard you have so much fun!!! Great video!

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

Yes feathering the clutch if I need a quicker engine RPM build (like getting past someone) but really depends on engine RPM. This new 350 engine has a lot more lot to mid power and with the response dialed up using the CUO it feels really good to me. I think the new gear ratios in the XCF 6-speed and the final drive of 14/50 is perfect for my trail and track use. 3rd gear worked everywhere at Briarcliff MX - that power is so broad. I am really enjoying my 25 350XCF - the engine is FUN!!! I hope that comes across in the video!

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 Speaking of this "new 350 engine"......I spoke with my KTM dealers service manager today regarding the X2c (can't remember the letters exactly..lol) hookup to install the new map/flash/upload etc" (LOL) He said he has heard nothing about anything that he can take from the 2024 engine and put it in the 2023 to make it run better. I even went on to explain that I had a friend I communicate with on YT and his son took his 2023 SX-F 450 in blah blah blah......he said they have meetings regarding these types of things all the time and the only thing he knows about was the 250 2 stroke had a recall and had to have a new "flash" or whatever they called it. I even explained that it should help with flame out and help the engine run better overall. He really helped me a lot when I had my gas tank leak so I know he's not a guy who just doesn't care as he went above and beyond to help me prior. However he did say there is a remote chance it DOES exist and he somehow just doesn't know about it. So, he told me to bring the bike in and we can hook it up and see.

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 BTW, I don't remember which video, but I did say you look like you're having more fun than ever!

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

@@brutus6328 There have been EFI map updates that are not announced - just refinements. The only way you can find out if there is an update available for your bike is to connect it to the XC2 tool at the dealer. Then it will show an update is available - if there is one available you can have the dealer upload it (it is optional). So your dealer not knowing is common. Bring your bike in and connect it to the XC2 tool and see if there is an update available. Have your CUO connected to your bike and the XC2 tool will show if there is an update to the CUO too.

@brutus6328 Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 THANKS! That's basically where we left it at. Just told me to bring it in and he'll hook it up. But.....if your son got one for his 2023, shouldn't there definitely be one in there for mine? Is there a possibility they say there isn't one? (trying to see if I need to fight for it...insist they keep searching til they find one! LMAO) Also, I ordered that GPS antenna for the CUO.....$110!!! I'm an idiot.....could have bought the whole thing for $250 like everyone else, but NOPE....saw the unit on sale for $160 instead of $180, (figured I didn't need all the other stuff yet, and I just put new graphics on a new fender) then, I decide I wanna track how high I'm jumping so I can chart my improvement. I search and see the fender being sold with the cover but no GPS for $41. I'm thinking the GPS should be no more than $50 since I've already spent $200 as I just bought the fender yesterday..... NOPE! So.....I'm paying a total of $311.00 for $250 worth of stuff.......lesson learned! LOL

@johnbarnhart7174 25 дней назад

MX Engineer 1: Does the 2025 350 XCF transmission feel at all gappy (vs 350 SXF) ? Hard to tell from video as you never leave 3rd gear. Thank you.

@mxengineer1 25 дней назад

I've ridden the KTM/Husky 350 5-speed transmission and my 6-speed 25 350XCF. I find the 5-speed feels a tick more "gappy" between 2nd/3rd/4th gears and I notice KTM/Husky/Gas Gas moto 350's have either 51 or 52T rear sprockets from the factory. I feel the latest 350XCF 6-speed transmission ratios are very close 1st~5th and work great on the MX track with the stock 14/50 sprockets for a slow Vet rider like me

@johnbarnhart7174 25 дней назад

@@mxengineer1 Thank you !!!

@SteveHofsaess Месяц назад

does the dealer have to activate the CO unit

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

From my experience on n=3 bikes is yes (my son's '23 450SXF, my 24.5 450 Factory Edition, my '25 350XCF). I had these bike connected to the XC2 tool when first connecting the CUO.

@DanielAngel-cf4wy Месяц назад

why you didn't considerer 450 xcf? is really more power and heavy?

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

I have a 24.5 KTM 450 Factory Edition and have always enjoyed the smooth broad power of KTM 450's. The 2025 450XCF finally has a 6-speed transmission and with the CUO could be very tunable for both woods and light vet moto. Perhaps one will find its way into my garage this year! However 350's are such a great combination of Power/Weight/Handling and with the latest frame and most recent engine along with the CUO are very fun bikes!

@DanielAngel-cf4wy Месяц назад

@@mxengineer1 great, i asked you cause i have a husky fc 250 and i wanna to go to next level. A bike which i can go on mx track or enduro as well. Its seems ktm 350 xcf is the choice.

@mxengineer1 Месяц назад

@@DanielAngel-cf4wy '25 KTM 350XCF or Husky FX350 are great do-it-all bikes👍