This document is the owner's manual for the 2022 KTM 350 EXC-F, 350 XCF-W, 350 EXC-F SIX DAYS, and 350 EXC-F FACTORY EDITION motorcycles. It provides comprehensive information on operation, handling, service, and maintenance to ensure safe and optimal use of the vehicle.
Function Description:
The KTM 350 EXC-F, 350 XCF-W, 350 EXC-F SIX DAYS, and 350 EXC-F FACTORY EDITION are state-of-the-art, sporty motorcycles designed for off-road endurance competition and leisure use. The EU/AR/ASEAN/BR/CN models are homologated for public roads in their restricted version, while the derestricted version is intended for closed-off areas. The XCF-W models are designed for off-road leisure use and comply with Californian and EPA emission requirements for off-road motorcycles, but are not approved for public roads or racing on closed circuits. The motorcycles feature a 1-cylinder 4-stroke, water-cooled engine with electronic fuel injection and a 6-speed transmission. They are equipped with a combination instrument for displaying various functions and settings, and some models include traction control.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Engine: 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, water-cooled.
- Displacement: 349.7 cm³ (21.34 cu in).
- Stroke: 57.5 mm (2.264 in).
- Bore: 88 mm (3.46 in).
- Compression Ratio: 13.5:1.
- Idle Speed: 1,950 – 2,050 rpm.
- Control: DOHC, four valves controlled via cam lever, drive via timing chain.
- Valve Diameter (Intake): 36.3 mm (1.429 in).
- Valve Diameter (Exhaust): 29.1 mm (1.146 in).
- Valve Clearance (Intake at 20 °C (68 °F)): 0.08 – 0.15 mm (0.0031 – 0.0059 in) for most models; 0.10 – 0.15 mm (0.0039 – 0.0059 in) for XCF-W.
- Valve Clearance (Exhaust at 20 °C (68 °F)): 0.12 – 0.19 mm (0.0047 – 0.0075 in) for most models; 0.13 – 0.18 mm (0.0051 – 0.0071 in) for XCF-W.
- Primary Transmission: 24:73.
- Clutch: Multidisc clutch in oil bath/hydraulically activated.
- Gearbox: 6-gear transmission, claw shifted.
- Alternator: 12 V, 200 W.
- Ignition: Contactless controlled fully electronic ignition with digital ignition adjustment.
- Spark Plug: NGK LMAR9AI-10, electrode gap 1.0 mm (0.039 in).
- Cooling: Water cooling, permanent circulation of coolant by water pump.
- Starting Aid: Starter motor.
- Total Fuel Tank Capacity (approx.): 9.25 l (2.444 US gal) for EU/AR/ASEAN/BR/CN models; 8.5 l (2.25 US gal) for XCF-W.
- Fuel Reserve (approx.): 1.5 l (1.6 qt.).
- Engine Oil Capacity: 1.0 l (1.1 qt.) of SAE 10W/50 fully synthetic engine oil.
- Coolant Capacity: 1.2 l (1.3 qt.) of MOTOREX® COOLANT M3.0.
- Fork Oil: SAE 4 (48601166S1).
- Shock Absorber Fluid: SAE 2.5 (50180751S1).
- 12-V Battery: Lithium-ion, 12 V, 2.0 Ah (HJTZ5S-FP-C) or 4 Ah (YTX5L-BS).
- Suspension Travel: Front 300 mm (11.81 in), Rear 310 mm (12.2 in).
- Fork Offset: 22 mm (0.87 in).
- Wheelbase: 1,482 ± 10 mm (58.35 ± 0.39 in).
- Seat Height Unloaded: 960 mm (37.8 in).
- Ground Clearance Unloaded: 355 mm (13.98 in).
- Weight without fuel (approx.): 103.8 kg (228.8 lb.) for EXC-F FACTORY EDITION, 350 EXC-F EU, 350 EXC-F AR, 350 EXC-F BR; 104.3 kg (229.9 lb.) for 350 EXC-F SIX DAYS models; 105.2 kg (231.9 lb.) for XCF-W.
- Maximum Permissible Overall Weight: 335 kg (739 lb.).
- Tire Pressure (Offroad): Front 1.0 bar (15 psi), Rear 1.0 bar (15 psi).
- Tire Pressure (Street): Front 2.0 bar (29 psi), Rear 2.0 bar (29 psi).
- Brake Discs - Diameter: Front 260 mm (10.24 in), Rear 220 mm (8.66 in).
- Brake Discs - Wear Limit: Front 2.5 mm (0.098 in), Rear 3.5 mm (0.138 in).
Usage Features:
The motorcycle is designed for various riding conditions, including dry sand, wet sand, wet and muddy circuits, high temperatures, slow riding, low temperatures, and snow. It features a combination instrument with multiple display modes (SPEED, H, CLK, LAP, ODO, TR1, TR2, A1, A2, S1, S2) for monitoring speed, operating hours, time, lap times, odometer, trip masters, average speeds, and stopwatches. The instrument allows setting units of measurement (kilometers or miles) and clock. Traction control is available on XCF-W and special models, offering STANDARD and ADVANCED mapping options. The handlebar position and basic positions of the clutch, hand brake, and foot brake levers are adjustable to suit individual rider preferences. The fuel tank filler cap is designed for easy opening and closing.
Maintenance Features:
The manual outlines a detailed service schedule, including required and recommended work at specific operating hours (1, 10, 15, 20, 30, 45, 70, 135 hours) and months (12, 48 months). Key maintenance tasks include:
- Checks: Engine oil level, electrical system, brake fluid levels, brake linings, brake discs, frame, link fork, throttle cable routing, rubber grips, steering head bearing play, tire condition, tire pressure, spoke tension, coolant level, and fuel screen.
- Adjustments: Spring preload of the shock absorber, riding sag, compression and rebound damping of the shock absorber and fork, fork air pressure, handlebar position, basic positions of clutch, hand brake, and foot brake levers, idle speed, and headlight range.
- Replacements/Cleaning: Air filter, air filter box, main silencer glass fiber yarn filling, fuel screen, engine oil and oil filter, hydraulic clutch fluid, front and rear brake linings, 12-V battery, main fuse, individual electrical power consumer fuses, headlight bulb, turn signal bulb, combination instrument battery, chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, chain guide, and radiator fins.
- Lubrication: Steering head bearing, chain, and other moving parts.
- Winter Operation: Specific checks and maintenance steps are provided for riding in winter conditions, including cleaning with cold water after riding on salted roads and treating metal parts with corrosion inhibitor.
- Storage: Instructions for preparing the vehicle for storage and for use after storage, including adding fuel additive, cleaning, changing fluids, checking tire pressure, and removing/charging the 12-V battery.
- Troubleshooting: A comprehensive table of faults, possible causes, and actions to resolve common issues.
The manual emphasizes the importance of having work performed by an authorized KTM workshop for safety and to maintain warranty validity. It also provides warnings regarding potential dangers such as poisoning from exhaust gases and fuel, burns from hot components, and accidents due to improper maintenance or riding conditions. Environmental hazard notes are included for proper disposal of fluids and components.
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