ATHENA titanium Intake Valve for HUSQVARNA FC 350, FX 350, KTM SXF 350, XCF 350 and GAS GAS EXF 350, MCF 350 2023-2027

The ATHENA titane VI-270210T intake valve is designed for KTM SXF 350, XCF 350, HUSQVARNA FC 350, FX 350 and GAS GAS EXF 350, MCF 350 from 2023 to 2027. The intake valve lets the air-fuel mixture into the chamber, then closes to hold the compression. As a valve wears and sinks into its seat, the valve clearance disappears: the engine starts badly, loses power and the valve eventually stops closing.

Specifications

• Brand: ATHENA
• Manufacturer part number: VI-270210T
• EAN code: 8050506050858
• Engine: 4-stroke

When to replace it?

• Valve clearance closing up from one check to the next.
• Hard hot starting, loss of compression.
• Marked valve face or cupped valve when removed.

As soon as the valve clearance no longer holds between two checks. Always replace the valves on the same side together and have the seats recut.

Fitting tips

1. Have the valve seats recut and check the guides.
2. Don't lap a coated titanium valve with grinding paste: it would destroy the coating.
3. Fit new valve stem seals and check the springs.
4. Set the valve clearance with valve shims if needed, then check it again after the first few hours.
5. Refit with a valve cover gasket in good condition.

Why ATHENA?

Athena, an Italian company founded in 1973 near Vicenza, designs gaskets, pistons and cylinder kits for motorcycles. An OEM supplier to KTM, Ducati, Fantic, Piaggio and Triumph and a partner of the MXGP world championship, it develops its parts on the test bench and on the track with racing teams.

Spare parts and items to plan

• Valve stem seals : PROX P650948/4 · PROX 35.VS029
• Valve shims : PROX 29.VSA890 · PROX 29.890
• Valve cover gasket : MOOSE · ATHENA

Frequently asked questions

Do both valves need replacing?
Yes, intake valves are usually replaced as a pair to keep the engine running evenly.

Titanium or steel?
Titanium is much lighter: the valve train copes better with high revs. Steel is more tolerant of wear and is perfectly suited to leisure riding; don't mix the two materials without following the manufacturer's recommendations (springs).

Compatibility

Check the exact model and year of your bike in the list below before ordering.

Fits:
GAS GAS EXF 350 2025
GAS GAS EXF 350 2024
GAS GAS MCF 350 2025
GAS GAS MCF 350 2024
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2027
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2026
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2025
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2024
HUSQVARNA FC 350 2023
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2027
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2026
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2025
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2024
HUSQVARNA FX 350 2023
KTM SXF 350 2027
KTM SXF 350 2026
KTM SXF 350 2025
KTM SXF 350 2024
KTM SXF 350 2023
KTM XCF 350 2027
KTM XCF 350 2026
KTM XCF 350 2025
KTM XCF 350 2024
KTM XCF 350 2023