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1972 MBK 350 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MBK for the motorcycle segment, the 1972 MBK 350 pairs a 349 cc (21.3 cu in) air-cooled in-line three, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 38 HP (27.7 kW) at 7,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 108.9 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 350 measures 174 kg (384 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.58 kg per horsepower). The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 165 km/h (103 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's MBK archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1972 to 1975, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.