2014 Beta 350 Factory *SOLD*

[twowheels]

If you haven't been convinced that Beta is for real based on their exemplary two strokes, then maybe this bike will finally change your mind. Armed with a new, ground-up motor design, Marzocchi PFP 'Reds', and more high-quality touches than you can shake a stick at, the 350 Factory edition is an incredible motorcycle.

Call to see how you can get yours -done the way you like it - today.

[Balkan boy]

Did you put the in-line fuel filter or is it stock? It is a filter, right?
Starter motor also looks differently from the past model.

Most importantly, have you ridden it? Do you notice any improvements?

[twowheels]

Did you put the in-line fuel filter or is it stock? It is a filter, right?
Starter motor also looks differently from the past model.

Most importantly, have you ridden it? Do you notice any improvements?

The fuel filter is something I add to every bike I prep. Starter is different from past units, but then again so are the cases, crank, piston, oil pump drive, etc.

The current 350 is the only bike in the line-up I haven't ridden. The plan is to ride the 350 Factory next Friday with it's (prospective) new owner, and compare it to a well-sorted 250RR.

[GMP]

Nice bike Steve! I'm just not a 4stroke guy. Maybe when I get old.

[twowheels]

Nice bike Steve! I'm just not a 4stroke guy. Maybe when I get old.

I'm intrigued by it and I've got some potential customers that are hooked on thumpers so I thought I'd bring one in to demonstrate the highest form or four-stroke goodness.

I'm supposed to be doing a ride/demo with a guy on Friday so I'll have a chance to ride it back-to-back with the 250RR and see how it compares.

As far as getting old ...

[GMP]

That would certainly be the thumper I would choose, perfect size, and a carb. I just don't like the "digital" nature of the latest crop of EFI 4strokes, at least with the maps they come with. I rode my bro's Husky 310 again recently, farts and dies way too easy, like climbing a steep mixed rock and dirt hill where traction and load changes, does not like that. KTMs with FCRs I've ridden were much more "analog". Good luck with the sale!

[Enmerdeur]

When it comes to 4 strokes I have always been a 450 or bigger type of guy. However as I advance in age that may be changing. About 60 miles into my last 75 mile desert race I was starting to find my strength waning and throttle control was becoming more difficult on the 450. Was wishing it was 350 about that time.

[GMP]

A G2 throttle does wonders on a 450. Other than DS, the 350 makes a lot more sense in the east, with no desert, lower elevation, and generally tight technical trail. Isn't the 350 KTM's top seller?

[Balkan boy]

I've recently tried the KTM 350 and I was thoroughly disappointed. I have to say that this particular bike did the Romaniacs and a few other races, and has been whored around as a rental bike to a total of 150h. It also had an oversized 52/53 tooth sprocket. Supposedly, it was 'fully serviced'.

What I disliked the most was the revy nature of the engine. It felt very peaky for my taste.
Maybe that's the race pedigree of the 350cc bikes, but I much prefer the Beta 400.

[Enmerdeur]

I agree. Every KTM 350 I have tried gave me a yawn. It is only when I am beat towards the end of the race that it seems appealing.