Husqvarna being sold to KTM?

[gregp]

Looks like a KTM XC-F, with a Husaberg sub-frame, and new, white shrouds, a "custom" clutch cover and graphics. I like it, but hope for an Enduro, or Dual Sport version (Blinkers in a box?).

[typeone]

yes, basically a 'Berg with a Husky sticker on it i like it but have a feeling this is the initial rush-to-release-a-product bike for the "FIM's new 300cc two-stroke class that will be a support race during the 2014 GP season"

we'll definitely see a full line up, MX and Enduro. looking forward to the official announcements and releases.

love seeing the rise in 2-stroke machines again!

[gregp]

I really like the history of the marque. The last time I spent significant time on a Husky 2 stroke was in the early '90's. I had a WXE260. Back then, they were a bit heavy, and had slow revving motors compared to KTM's. I still have a scar on my wrist from a '79 OR390 (more of a Desert bike) - which had a super fast motor. Later - I owned a '98 TE410 4-stroke, which was really nice, except for being hard to start at the most inopportune times.
Even if these new bikes are basically re-badged KTM's, it is nice to see the marque on a fast, competitive machine. They sure do look pretty!

[typeone]

[gregp]

Very, very nice. The tank itself looks like it may be unique to the marque as well. The rest looks to be standard, proven hardware - and that is a *good* thing.

[typeone]

i agree it's nice... but seems like a TE300 (which i've always liked) with linkage and no headlight to me.

hope they keep the tool-free dzus seat latch and simple tank mounts. super fast removal for maint!

[typeone]

"HUSQVARNA OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCES THE TC300 'FACTORY RACING' EDITION

Husqvarna has just released a formal PR on the new 300cc MX machine debuted at last weekend‘s Motocross of Nations in Germany, check it out:

Underlining our commitment to two-stroke technology Husqvarna is pleased to announce the unveiling of the very first new-generation Husqvarna to be built – a Factory Racing edition TC300 two-stroke – at the Motocross of Nations, Teutschenthal, Germany, on September 28.

Offering an exciting ‘world first’ look at this brand new 2014 model Husqvarna, which gets it’s official launch at the worldwide press event at Uddevalla, Sweden next week, the TC300 will showcase the machinery available to riders competing in the newly formed European Motocross 300cc two-stroke championship.

Good balance between power and cost: The bike on show at Teutschenthal is the brand new TC250 two-stroke, upgraded to 300cc with accessories soon to be available from the Husky Power range of special parts.

Decorated with official Husqvarna Factory Racing graphics it will feature numerous technical upgrades, among which will be a carbon-fibre rear sub-frame, a full Akrapovic exhaust system, CNC machined hubs and triple clamps, and WP suspension.

Husqvarna will actively support the European Motocross 300cc two-stroke championship, and the wider use of two-stroke engine technology. Offering great acceleration characteristics, easily achievable power and capacity increases, ease of maintenance, and compact design, Husqvarna is fully committed to two-stroke power.

Pit Beirer (Head of Motorsport) said: “Husqvarna is promoting and supporting the new European 300cc two-stroke championship because we think it will be a great class for talented, young, racers. It offers the right balance between great racing and costs. At present we are not involved in the European championship with a direct Factory team, but we are in contact with many riders, through our subsidiaries, and we’ve had a great number of requests regarding our two-stroke bikes for this new championship. In the near future you will see many of our two-stroke bikes competing in not only this exciting, new championship but at race tracks all over the world.”

[Fast_Eddie]

Does it have KTM steering geometry or Husky steering geometry?

[typeone]

not sure yet... but i'm very curious as well. i think the full reveal/announcement is next week (?)

[typeone]

October 5th.. .

Husqvarna is all systems go

[typeone]

FC250 4-stroke

[typeone]

http://enduro21.com/index.php/compon...sqvarna-models

[typeone]

YUM!

http://motocross.transworld.net/1000...-back-in-2014/

TC250



TC125



more pics...

[typeone]

i started making my own edits. miss the Italian color scheme...

white/red/black



red anodized DirtStars with Scalvini expansion chamber (sex pipe)