350 XCF‑W: 2012

This bike will take the 450cc class by storm, all down to its incomparable lightness, easy control, high-performance engine and completely new chassis with improved PDS suspension – a combination that makes the competition cringe. Last season’s magnificent World MX successes suggest that we will achieve a similar result in the offroad world.

New for 2012:

• New DOHC EFI engine tuned for enduro riding

• New longer cylinder and new piston with reduced dome height and lighter weight reducing the compression ratio to 12.3 while outputting smooth enduro engine characteristics

• New camshafts for improved low-end torque

• 4 ultra-light titanium valves, new spring retainers and seating washers that allow this bike to peak at 12,000 RPMs

• New crank shaft with heavier crank webs to provide more inertia for smoother power deliver and better traction

• New counter balancer shaft with efficient reduction of vibrations

• Newly developed lightweight single diaphragm spring clutch unit with steel billet basket for unbeatable reliability

• 6-speed enduro gearbox for precise shifting

• New electric start system (plus kick start) and stronger 196W stator

• Completely new frame design with PDS that reduces longitudinal stiffness

• New one-piece cast aluminium swingarm with excellent flex characteristics

• New WP PDS mono shock (7mm longer) with new preload adjuster

• WP 48mm USD forks received new oil and dust seals by SKF and new bushings with improved Teflon coating for better sensitivity and durability

• New silencer and larger volume spark arrestor for lower noise level

• New 2.51 gallon/ 9.5 liter translucent fuel tank with integrated fuel pump and regulator

• New competition headlight and taillight

• New intake boot that provides great power and extra protection for Twin-Air filter which still has the same quick change, no-tools access air filter change process

• Updated bodywork including a new white airbox, white rear number plates, and a redesigned reinforced rear fender for perfect ergonomics and excellent contact points

• New handguard mount and flag design

• New Excel AL7 rims with silver anodized stripes, zinc/nickel coated spokes, aluminium nipples and high-end CNC machined hubs

• New integrated routing for the cooling system for better airflow

• New Dunlop GEOMAX MX51 front and rear tires

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