2021 Husqvarna FC 350

The Husqvarna FC 350 only has minor criticisms, and with the enjoyable ride and chassis updates, this middleweight motocrosser is quite possibly the most fun Husqvarna to date.

Husqvarna is one of two manufacturers that splits the difference between 250 and 450 four-stroke motocross bikes with its FC 350, the other being KTM’s 350 SX-F. Since the FC is saddled between the two displacements, its liquid-cooled DOHC 350cc powerplant is suitable for riders looking for more power than a 250F but don’t want or need the power and torque of a 450.

For 2021, the revised suspension, which includes shorter fork cartridges and outer tubes, along with revised shock linkage, lowers the Husky’s chassis by 10mm.

The Husqvarna 350 is priced at an MSRP of $10,099.

The FC 350 has a five-speed transmission hosted inside its DOHC single-cylinder 350cc engine. In our first ride review, we preferred map 2 of the two available engine maps because it had improved torque compared to map 1. This helped in slower, soft sand sections and carrying third gear in tight corners.

In regard to engine performance, second and third gear are usable in flowing corners and overall there are no significant gaps in the gears. The Magura hydraulic clutch is smooth and consistent, our test rider reported, but a slightly more responsive feel might improve the performance of the clutch further.

Chassis and suspension setting improvements for this year’s model are impressive because these make the bike much easier to corner and ultimately, the pair works more cohesively. The FC 350 handled well in both smooth track and small-bump-riddled faster sections. For some, the suspension may be a tad soft, but the units are plenty adjustable. The front end is equipped with a 48mm WP Xact fork that is adjustable for air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping while the rear WP Xact shock is adjustable for spring preload, high-/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping.

The braking power is firm, but still progressive. Fitted with a front two-piston Brembo caliper and rear single-piston Brembo caliper with 260mm and 220mm (front/rear) discs. According to our test rider, “The 220mm rear rotor is smaller in comparison to the Japanese bikes, which makes it easier to modulate.”

Real-world mpg is currently unavailable.

The rider triangle remains very comfortable because the chassis is lower, not the seat. Seat height is listed at a claimed 37.0 inches.

This Keihin EMS is integrated with launch control, traction control, and two selectable engine maps.

Husqvarna’s FC 350 comes with a 30-day warranty coverage.

Our test rider said the FC 350 is a lot of fun to ride, in fact, it was quite possibly the most fun he has had on a Husqvarna to date. Props to Husky for the great job on the updates.