KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle Review Specs

The new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle is another incredible dirt bike by KTM featuring the best performance engine. The bike has a great history of winning of MX1 World Championship in 2010. This bike features the competitive engine featuring the muscular engine ensuring the best performance. The chassis is very strong and compact providing the best stability in all conditions. The tires used on the new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle provides an ultimate grip over different surfaces to ensure the best riding experience. The suspension system is tuned for better damping force while the braking system provides the best stopping force. The review of new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle with its specifications and pics are written below.

KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle – Specifications

Engine

The new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle features the strong, compact and lightweight engine of just 27.2kg. It has the new DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) design the lightweight titanium valves and DLC coated cam followers allowing for strong engine characteristics. It is fitted with the latest electronic fuel injection system and an E-starter. It provides an extremely wide usable speed range, better performance, and efficient rideability. This engine has the same layout as the one used in 2018 KTM 250 SX-F. The cylinder head contains the dual overhead camshaft with friction-optimized cam followers featuring the DLC coating and high-flow ports. The use of lightweight titanium valve maximizes the flow rate of the power band and excellent performance at 13,400rpm and peak power of 58hp. The lateral brackets are made up of an aluminum allowing an efficient fixation of engine contributing in the lightweight of the motorcycle. The camshaft of new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle has the short connecting rods, which makes it overall compact and light in weight with the snappy power delivery. At the bottom, it has two force-fitted bearing shells that run directly to its crank pin. The oil feed for the bearing is responsible for pressurized engine lubrication. The design ensures the long service interval and all-day long performance of crankshaft. This dirt bike is fitted with the unique E-starter for an easy start. The stronger starter motor is made by Mitsuba and ensures the best braking performance of all times. The use of heat resistant O-ring gives an easy start under extreme conditions. The cylinder has the bore of 88mm features the box-type piston made by CP. Its crown geometry is being perfectly adapted for the high-compression combustion chamber i.e. 14:1.

The multifunctional balancer shaft is used to balance the mass-forces, which drives the water pump and timing chain instantly. The state-of-the-art Keihin engine management system uses an electronic fuel injection featuring the throttle bodies of 44mm. The unique injection positions make the engine’s response instantaneous. There is a separate system for cold starts and idle adjustment to make the life much easier. The light weight control unit has an excellent traction and launches control system for quick response. It is possible to unleash the powerful mapping via the handlebar map select switch. This new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle comes with the 5-speed transmission. There is ‘No Dirt’ gear shift level design to prevent the mud and sand from blocking the joint of the lever and it ensures the trouble-free shifting. The engine is fitted with the gear position sensor ensuring the different engine characteristics. The transmission shaft has the new C4 bearing that has the bigger overlap in the case. It ensures the better reliability at extreme conditions. The die-cast crankcases allow having low weight and centralized shaft configurations. This new design makes the engine much shorter and compact while it contributes in an efficient mass centralization. The engine cover has the solid surface structure, which reduces the wear caused by the boots of rider. The new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle has the new CSS clutch (Coil Spring Steel) with the strong steel basket and extremely heat resistant clutch plates. The nitrated steel liners reduce the wear while the light operation and telepathic amounts of control are standard with the hydraulic Brembo actuated clutch.

Chassis

The all-new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle comes with the extremely light and strong frame. It is considered as the slimmest and lightest bike by the Best Dirt Bike Brand. The high-tech lightweight chrome-moly steel frame gives an easy handling, excellent stability, and precise cornering. The rider can experience the high torsional rigidity and low longitudinal stiffness. It will result in the best suspension performance over different surfaces. The aluminum engine head is laterally attached to the frame and it contributes to the precise cornering and reduced vibration level. The lightweight subframe is made up of stable aluminum profile providing the best riding experience. The ‘No Dirt’ foot pegs prevent clogging of footpeg pivot. If the rider wants higher footpegs than he can attach the foot pegs of EXC models, which are about 6mm higher than KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle. The airbox design protects the air filter against soiling and it ensures maximum airflow. The large twin-air filter is attached in the stiff case. The simple design of air filter allows the riders to easily change in without any use of tools. The new exhaust system is ensured to minimize the level of noise. The new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle has an additional resonator system, which is the small chamber connected to the pipe. The short silencer is being used and it is attached the closure to the engine to ensure extra mass centralization and better rideability. The new internal design reduces the noise and provides the best performance. The KTM engineers have used the high-strength aluminum handlebar, which is fixed in the damped rubber mount. This handlebar provides two different level of positions. The cast aluminum design has low weight and perfect flex behavior. The polyethylene tank has the capacity of 7 liters. The wheels used in KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle is not only light in weight but they are CNC machined hubs with high-end Excel rims. These wheels guarantee the maximum stability and minimum weight. These wheels contain the latest Dunlop Geomax MX 3S tires.

Suspension and Brakes

The all-new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle features the WP AER 48 front fork for better damping performance. It contains the machined and black anodized components with the high-end product compared to the rough cast reservoir. The USD air-sprung fork of 48mm is developed by WP in close collaboration with KTM. It is the split fork with the different function for each leg. The damping function is on the right side while the air spring is on its left side like in the older 2017 KTM 350 SX-F. There is 2-chamber system on its left side with the capsule air cartridge to minimize the loss of air pressure. The air spring is very easy to adjust without any need of a tool. The high-quality CNC machined triple clamps for precise handling. The rubber damped handlebar fixation is adjustable to two positions. The new and high-tech Brembo brakes are used in KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle with the lightweight Wave brake discs.

Electrifying

The new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle comes with the new multi-functional handlebar map select switch. This switch can perform three activities, it activates the traction control Activation of launch control. It ensures the best traction when the track conditions are not perfect. There is a map select switch as well, the rider can activate the launch control, which offers the efficient start. The use of strong and light weight lithium ion battery is being used offering the best performance in all conditions. The new E-starter allows the rider to start the new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle with just push of a button.

Bodywork

The new R&D, KISKA design uses the plastic material in new KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle to ensure the best harmony between the rider and bike. It ensures the perfect ergonomics and good seating position to ensure the best riding experience. The new graphics are being dominated by KTM Factory orange frame.

KTM 350 SX-F 2018 Dirt Motorcycle – Technical Specifications

Engine

Chassis