Your CRF 250 Works Edition seems really good but this 350 seems even better! I think the extra boost of the 350 makes for a better all around bike, especially at altitude. You have me really thinking about a 350 now. Thanks as always.
I did some back to back today with the new 350 Factory Edition and 250 Works Edition. The 350 has significantly more power and a little more weight feel in motion. Lap time wise the 350 was still a little quicker on my loop. I'll post video soon.
Sounds like you are really liking this new 350 !! It sounds great and looks like you are hauling mail 📬 in the woods of Ohio - great single track action 😊
have you noticed a significant difference in the frame wrt to the 24 my? I am an EXCF person and we'll get the new frame only with the 26 my, I'm not going to wait so long....
Yes the updated 25 SXF/XCF frame is noticeable with better bump compliance/comfort and tire contact patch feel. I wish the off road XCW models had the updated chassis for 25 model year.
@@mxengineer1 indeed: I've got a new tbi and out on the market to get a new 350 (EXCF, as I am in europe)... tho I've long been conflicted btw 350 and 450...
@@miro_s 350 or 450 is hard choice. I've not owned or ridden the 24/25 450XCFW - that seems like a very good off road 450. The 350 is such a great combination of Power/Weight/Handling I tend to go that direction for my 1-bike does it all model.
@@miro_s I often bring both ther 350 and 300 to ride. If I am riding more open flowing stuff the 350 tends to be the choice while more technical stuff the 300 smoker is hard to beat. When I go to a moto track I tend to ride 4-strokes. My Beta 300 Race Edition has about 100 miles on it now(!!) while I just sold my 25 350XCF with 11 hours and picked up the new 25 350 Factory Edition which has about 1.1 hours on it now. As long as I ride them a little I think that is "enough" use for me!
Technically the Kailub Russell Edition was introduced in 2021 model year and only called that for the 21 model year. In 2022 it was call the 350XCF Factory Edition and has been the same since. Specification wise it is very similar in concept (wheels/brakes/skid plate/disc guard/graphics/FMF slip on muffler/seat/Red Bull graphics) though other changes like the all new chassis and engine in 2023 model year and now an updated chassis for 2025 model year.
If you can only have one bike. CRF250RWE or 350XC-F? I’m really torn between these two. Really want a 300XC, but I’ve been seeing a lot of problems with them online. Fueling issues and piston hitting the crank.
300XC is an amazing bike and I also have seen and known owners with issues on the bike though my 23 300XC and 23 TX300 both ran flawless for the short time (about 20 hours ride time) that I owned each one. The 250WE is such a refined bike in terms of power and suspension and handling. For tighter trails a little more agile and less tiring to ride. The 350XCF has significantly more power and the versatility of a 6-speed transmission and KTM has the suspension dialed with the new more compliant 25 model year chassis. Austrian 350's are my favorite overall balance of Power/Weight/Handling in a 4-stroke dirt bike.
The AER forks take more time to dial in and confirm pressure before each ride. Most riders are more used to the feel of spring forks and may prefer spring forks over AER forks. I really like the spring forks KTM put on the 24 and 25 model XC bikes.
That is a great question! For now I am leaving it stock and will get a few hours on it and then decide. The stock suspension does work really well right off the showroom floor.
I like the updated more compliant frame on the 2025 moto and cross country models. I really like the look of the 2025 Husky Heritage models however they did not make that model in the FX350 or TX300 this year. I do like KTM 350XCF Factory Editions!
Your CRF 250 Works Edition seems really good but this 350 seems even better! I think the extra boost of the 350 makes for a better all around bike, especially at altitude. You have me really thinking about a 350 now. Thanks as always.
I did some back to back today with the new 350 Factory Edition and 250 Works Edition. The 350 has significantly more power and a little more weight feel in motion. Lap time wise the 350 was still a little quicker on my loop. I'll post video soon.
Great stuff. Can't wait!
350s are such a great bike. Very fun and playful but also rips. Have a 24 fx 350 myself and it’s a blast
Sounds like you are really liking this new 350 !! It sounds great and looks like you are hauling mail 📬 in the woods of Ohio - great single track action 😊
Austrian 350's are such a great combination of Power/Weight/Handling!
I knew it! Congratulations on securing this bike!
I'm too predictable!🤣
Great ride
Beautiful bike!
KTM Factory Edition models look very cool right off the showroom floor👍
have you noticed a significant difference in the frame wrt to the 24 my? I am an EXCF person and we'll get the new frame only with the 26 my, I'm not going to wait so long....
Yes the updated 25 SXF/XCF frame is noticeable with better bump compliance/comfort and tire contact patch feel. I wish the off road XCW models had the updated chassis for 25 model year.
I think I am liking the KTM 4 strokes over the 2 strokes these days. Might swap my 24 300 TBI for a 350 XC-F.
300 TBI's are so good and so are 350XCF's! I always have a 300 smoker and Austrian 350 in the garage
@@mxengineer1 indeed: I've got a new tbi and out on the market to get a new 350 (EXCF, as I am in europe)... tho I've long been conflicted btw 350 and 450...
@@miro_s 350 or 450 is hard choice. I've not owned or ridden the 24/25 450XCFW - that seems like a very good off road 450. The 350 is such a great combination of Power/Weight/Handling I tend to go that direction for my 1-bike does it all model.
@ thanks. how do you split your time between the 350 and the 300? Do you find you have enough use of both?
@@miro_s I often bring both ther 350 and 300 to ride. If I am riding more open flowing stuff the 350 tends to be the choice while more technical stuff the 300 smoker is hard to beat. When I go to a moto track I tend to ride 4-strokes. My Beta 300 Race Edition has about 100 miles on it now(!!) while I just sold my 25 350XCF with 11 hours and picked up the new 25 350 Factory Edition which has about 1.1 hours on it now. As long as I ride them a little I think that is "enough" use for me!
What's the difference from this new 350 xc f factory edition from the Kaliub Russell edition?
Technically the Kailub Russell Edition was introduced in 2021 model year and only called that for the 21 model year. In 2022 it was call the 350XCF Factory Edition and has been the same since. Specification wise it is very similar in concept (wheels/brakes/skid plate/disc guard/graphics/FMF slip on muffler/seat/Red Bull graphics) though other changes like the all new chassis and engine in 2023 model year and now an updated chassis for 2025 model year.
If you can only have one bike. CRF250RWE or 350XC-F?
I’m really torn between these two. Really want a 300XC, but I’ve been seeing a lot of problems with them online. Fueling issues and piston hitting the crank.
300XC is an amazing bike and I also have seen and known owners with issues on the bike though my 23 300XC and 23 TX300 both ran flawless for the short time (about 20 hours ride time) that I owned each one. The 250WE is such a refined bike in terms of power and suspension and handling. For tighter trails a little more agile and less tiring to ride. The 350XCF has significantly more power and the versatility of a 6-speed transmission and KTM has the suspension dialed with the new more compliant 25 model year chassis. Austrian 350's are my favorite overall balance of Power/Weight/Handling in a 4-stroke dirt bike.
I have the 23 model with air forks,, is it recommended to possibly change to springs?
The AER forks take more time to dial in and confirm pressure before each ride. Most riders are more used to the feel of spring forks and may prefer spring forks over AER forks. I really like the spring forks KTM put on the 24 and 25 model XC bikes.
Get the 6500 kit! It was a night and day difference. I will never own another bike without doing the suspension first. It has transformed my riding.
@@flaglerdirtriders6866 WP 6500 spring kit is very good!
You gunna throw your A kit stuff on this bike?
That is a great question! For now I am leaving it stock and will get a few hours on it and then decide. The stock suspension does work really well right off the showroom floor.
So you prefer the 24 husky 350 or this one ktm ??
I like the updated more compliant frame on the 2025 moto and cross country models. I really like the look of the 2025 Husky Heritage models however they did not make that model in the FX350 or TX300 this year. I do like KTM 350XCF Factory Editions!