Husqvarna
Husqvarna TR650 Terra
Versatility is an important trait with today’s motorcyclists, but bikes must also be affordable. With its new 650 Terra, Husqvarna addresses both of these concerns. This dualsport model puts more emphasis on paved and dirt roads than the company’s enduro-biased TE 1' yet it comes with off-road-ready 21-in. front and 18-in. rear wheels that allow a wide selection of dirt-worthy rubber for those days when you want to explore. The 652cc Single, based on BMW’s G650GS engine, puts out a claimed 58 hp. A relatively low, 34.4-inch seat height welcomes riders of all sizes and skill levels.
$7499
Engine type: dohc Single
Displacement: 652cc
Induction: EFI
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: chain
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 59.1 in.
Seat height: 34.4 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.6 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 408 lb.
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Husqvarna TR650 Strada
Unlike the TR650 Terra, which is at home exploring dirt roads and light off-road terrain, the Strada (Italian for “street”) is designed for riders who have little intention of heading off-highway. Its styling is very supermotolike, with 19-in. front and 17-in. rear cast-aluminum wheels emphasizing the point. Power is provided by the 652cc Single borrowed from the G650GS built by Husqvarna’s former parent company, BMW. Other items confirming the Strada’s asphalt intentions are a low seat height and switchable ABS for the Brembo brakes. The Strada is easy to identify with its low-mount, street-oriented front fender.
$6999
Engine type: dohc Single
Displacement: 652cc
Induction: EFI
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: chain
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 59.1 in.
Seat height: 33.8 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.6 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 410 lb.
Husqvarna TE511/TE449
Positioned as a practical enduro machine that can be ridden on road or off in all 50 U.S. states, the TE511 (which actually displaces Alice) provides fuel-injected, big-bore punch in a near-competition-ready package. A chromemoly steel frame utilizes CTS (Coaxial Traction System), which puts the countershaft sprocket and swingarm pivot on the same axis to effectively eliminate chain pull on the rear suspension. A 48mm, compressionand rebound-adjustable inverted fork and fully adjustable shock, both by Kayaba, provide almost 12 inches of travel at each end. Also available: The TE449, the very same bike but with 28cc less displacement.
$8999/8599
Engine type: dohc Single
Displacement: 477/449cc
Induction: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 58.7 in.
Seat height: 37.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.5 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 256 lb.
Husqvarna TE310R
A little bit of Formula 1 technology never hurts when you want to add more performance to an engine, and that is precisely what Husqvarna has done with its new cylinder-head design. The “Red Head” has larger-diameter valves, which are actuated by F1 -style finger followers for improved efficiency and more power. A 42mm Keihin throttle body is an upgrade over the unit on the previous TE310. The magic of this mid-size enduro is that the 303cc engine is stuffed into a 250-size chassis, which allows the bike to be very agile but with more power than a 250. Bonus: The TE310R is street-legal in all 50 states.
$8399
Engine type: dohc Single
Displacement: 303cc
Induction: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 58.9 in.
Seat height: 37.4 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.2 gal.
Claimed dry weight: 247 lb.
Husqvarna TXC310R/TXC250R
The TXC model lineup is based on the street-legal TEs but tuned to a higher level of performance, making these off-road-only racers virtually ready for competition. Husqvarna sells only two TXC models in the U.S., the largest of which is the 303cc 310R. Its dohc “Red Head” is infused with F1 technology such as finger-follower valve actuation and an ultra-lightweight piston. A 42mm Keihin throttle body delivers fuel mixture through enlarged valves, and a 48mm Kayaba fork, along with a shock of the same make, help keep the chassis in check. Also available: The TXC250R, basically the same bike but with a smaller engine.
$7999/7599
Engine type: dohc Single
BxS: 82/79 x 57.4/59.9mm
Displacement: 303/249cc
Transmission speeds: 6
Front wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 11.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.2 gal.
Seat height: 37.4 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 232 lb.
Husqvarna WR300/WR250
It is hard to argue against a very light and powerful two-stroke for the type of tight-woods riding that makes up most of the National Enduro Series events. Case in point: the Husky WR300, whose 293 cc engine is fed by a 38mm Mikuni TMX carburetor and features an exhaust power valve for broad delivery. Suspension is handled by a 48mm Kayaba fork and a fully adjustable Sachs shock. A tapered aluminum Magura handlebar and aluminum Excel rims round out chassis highlights. Also available: The WR250, the very same bike but with a 5.6mm-smaller bore.
$7099/6699
Engine type: two-stroke Single
Displacement: 293/249cc
Bore x stroke: 72.0/66.4 x 72.0mm
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 12.0 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.5 gal.
Seat height: 38.7 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 229 lb.
Husqvarna WR125
Think of this as a dirtbike with a big future. That’s because included with the purchase of a WR125 is a 144cc top-end rebuild kit, including the cylinder and piston. So, if you want to take advantage of rules that allow 125s to be bored out to 144cc by most racing organizations or just want to save the kit to freshen up the top-end down the road, the parts will be ready and waiting. This is the lightest enduro in Husky’s range, and there is nothing more responsive or better handling for tight trail riding. A 48mm Kayaba closed-cartridge fork and a fully adjustable Sachs shock handle suspension chores, while a Magura handlebar and Excel rims give the WR a high-quality look and feel.
$6299
Engine type: two-stroke Single
Displacement: 125cc
Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 54.5mm
Transmission speeds: 6
Front wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 11.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.5 gal.
Seat height: 38.4 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 2161b.
Husqvarna TC449
Competition in the 450cc motocross category is fierce—actually, make that brutal. To win outdoor motocross and/or indoor Supercross races is a tall order in this cutthroat sport, but Husqvarna feels it can compete and continues to move forward with the TC449. The / bike’s 450cc engine is equipped with dual overhead cams, four titanium valves, a DLC-coated piston and a Keihin EFI system with a 46mm throttle body. A dual-map-ignition switch on the handlebar provides settings for hard or soft terrain. The Kayaba suspension is valved specifically for U.S.-style tracks and is fully adjustable front and rear.
$7999
Engine type: dohc Single
Bore x stroke: 98.0 x 59.6mm
Displacement: 450cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.1 gal.
Seat height: 37.9 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 238 lb.
Husqvarna TC250R
Husqvarna’s association with former parent company BMW continues to pay off, because the TC250 still uses some technology from the German firm’s Formula 1 program. The ultra-lightweight engine’s cylinder head is fitted with four titanium valves actuated by dual overhead cams via DLC-coated finger-style followers. A lightweight, F1 -inspired piston and a 13.5:1 compression ratio help the engine produce exceptional power for its size. A battery-less Keihin EFI system includes a 42mm throttle body. An Akrapovic exhaust uses a power-boosting resonance chamber on the header to optimize output.
$7199
Engine type: dohc Single
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 50.9mm
Displacement: 249cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 11.8 in.
Rear wheel travel: 11.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 1.7 gal.
Seat height: 38.8 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 223 lb.
Husqvarna CR125
For kids moving up from minis to “big bikes,” there is no better next step than a 125. And in the case of the Husqvarna CR125, the bike can grow with the young racer, because a complete 144cc top-end rebuild kit— including the cylinder and piston—is included with the purchase of the motorcycle. Not only does this give young racers the chance for another intermediate step up with the same bike, it lets them take advantage of most racing organization rules that allow two-strokes as large as 144cc to compete against 250cc four-strokes. Chassis highlights include Brembo brakes and highquality 48mm Kayaba front and Sachs rear suspension.
$6299
Engine type: two-stroke Single
Displacement: 125cc
Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 54.5mm
Transmission speeds: 6
Front wheel travel: 118 in.
Rear wheel travel: 11.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 1.8 gal.
Seat height: 38.8 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 207 lb.
