Puch 350 HWE Safari - 1988 Specifications and Reviews

The 1988 Puch 350 HWE Safari is a lightweight speedway bike ideal for competitive riders seeking nimble handling and responsive performance. Its 347cc single-cylinder engine delivers 27 horsepower with a 5-speed chain-drive transmission, weighing just 150kg for excellent agility on track. Known for reliable Austrian engineering and quick acceleration, it excels in amateur and professional speedway racing.

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General information

CategorySpeedway
Year1988
ModelPuch 350 HWE Safari
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Fuel controlOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke79.5 x 70.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches)
Compression9.2:1
Power27.00
Stroke4
Engine typeSingle cylinder
Capacity:347.00 ccm (21.17 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc150.0 kg (330.7 pounds)
 
 

Puch 350 HWE Safari dimensions and frame

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions4.50-18
Front tyre dimensions3.50-21

Speed and acceleration

Top speed130.0 km/h (80.8 mph)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity28.00 litres (7.40 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

27 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track35%
City20%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding15%
Touring15%
Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a specialist machine best suited to riders with prior off-road or trail-riding experience rather than newcomers to two wheels.
PurposeDespite the Safari name suggesting adventure use, this is fundamentally a lightweight single-cylinder enduro-style machine built for rough terrain and low-speed control rather than sustained highway speed.
Rider FitAt around 150 kg with a tall, narrow off-road-oriented chassis, it demands active rider input and reasonable fitness but rewards agility more than brute strength.
CharacterIt has the raw, mechanical character of a classic air-cooled single, with a narrow but usable powerband and a focus on control over outright speed.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the right choice for riders wanting a comfortable, fast, or passenger-friendly touring or commuting motorcycle.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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