Enduro Bikes
1987Gilera 350 Dakota
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The 1987 Gilera 350 Dakota is a lightweight enduro motorcycle designed for amateur and recreational off-road riders. Powered by a liquid-cooled 349cc single-cylinder engine producing 27 horsepower, it delivers responsive performance with manageable weight at 170kg. Known for its versatility on mixed terrain and accessible handling, the Dakota suited riders seeking an affordable entry point into dual-sport adventure riding.
- Capacity
- 349.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 170.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 27.0 HP (19.9 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for green-lane and light off-road exploration rather than outright speed or long highway stints.
- Built for
- A rugged, no-frills late-80s trail bike with a torquey liquid-cooled single that favors durability and simplicity over refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained high-speed touring or plush two-up comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 349.0 ccm
- Power
- 27.0 HP (19.9 kW)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1588 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 80.0 x 69.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 146.0 km/h (90.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.60-17/62
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1987 | 1988 | 1989 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 349 cc | 349 cc | 349 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Gilera 350 Dakota?
The 1987 Gilera 350 Dakota has a Capacity of 349.0 ccm (21.30 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Gilera 350 Dakota have?
The 1987 Gilera 350 Dakota has a Power of 27.0 HP (19.9 kW).
How many gears does the Gilera 350 Dakota have?
The 1987 Gilera 350 Dakota has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Gilera 350 Dakota weigh?
The 1987 Gilera 350 Dakota has a Wet weight of 170.0 kg (374.8 pounds).
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