Comparing the 2025 Husqvarna FE 350 and KTM 350 EXC-F reveals two mid-size four-stroke enduro platforms that share a 349.7 cc displacement but differ significantly in chassis and suspension setup.
Who Each Bike Suits
The Husqvarna FE 350 is a mid-size four-stroke enduro bike tailored for riders who prefer a traditional linkage rear suspension. With a slightly lower seat height of 952 mm, it offers a more accessible reach to the ground for shorter riders. Note that the standard FE 350 is not in the 2025 US lineup; instead, US buyers get the street-legal FE 350s equivalent.
The KTM 350 EXC-F blends 250-style agility with 450-style torque, making it a highly versatile enduro option. It is suited for riders who prefer the PDS (no linkage) rear suspension design, which eliminates the linkage hanging below the swingarm, a benefit when crossing large logs or rocks.
Key Differences
While both bikes use a 349.7 cc fuel-injected four-stroke engine paired with a 6-speed gearbox, electric starter, and WP XACT 48 mm forks with 300 mm of travel, they differ in several key areas:
- Rear Suspension: The Husqvarna uses a WP XACT shock with linkage (300 mm travel). The KTM utilizes a WP XPLOR shock with PDS (no linkage) and slightly more travel at 310 mm.
- Seat Height and Ground Clearance: The Husqvarna has a lower seat height (952 mm) and lower ground clearance (343 mm). The KTM sits taller with a 963 mm seat height and 347 mm of ground clearance.
- Fuel Capacity: The KTM carries slightly more fuel with an 8.5-liter tank, compared to the Husqvarna's 8-liter tank.
- Weight and Pricing: The KTM weighs 107 kg (without fuel, international spec) and has a US list price of $12,649 (before freight). The Husqvarna's weight is not published in a verified source, so the two cannot be directly compared in terms of mass. Furthermore, there is no standard US list price for the FE 350, as the US market receives the street-legal FE 350s (priced at $12,749) instead.
Which Should You Buy?
Choosing between these two models comes down to rear suspension preference and your physical height. If you want a linkage rear shock and a slightly lower seat height, the Husqvarna FE 350 fits the bill—provided you are in a market where it is available, or you opt for the US FE 350s version. If you prefer the simplicity and log-clearing ability of a PDS shock, along with a slightly larger fuel tank, the KTM 350 EXC-F is the way to go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rear suspension differences?
The Husqvarna FE 350 uses a WP XACT shock with a linkage system providing 300 mm of travel. The KTM 350 EXC-F uses a WP XPLOR shock with a PDS system (no linkage) that offers 310 mm of travel.
Which bike has a lower seat height?
The Husqvarna FE 350 has a lower seat height of 952 mm. The KTM 350 EXC-F is taller, measuring 963 mm at the seat.
Are both models available in the US for 2025?
The KTM 350 EXC-F is available in the US with a list price of $12,649 before freight. The standard Husqvarna FE 350 is not in the 2025 US lineup; the US gets the street-legal FE 350s instead for $12,749.
Which bike holds more fuel?
The KTM 350 EXC-F has a slightly larger fuel capacity at 8.5 liters. The Husqvarna FE 350 has an 8-liter fuel tank.