2014 Husqvarna range of motorcycles showcased

Husqvarna unravelled a new chapter in its 110-year history as it announced a new 2014 range of enduro and motocross bikes. The motocross range consists of 250, 350 and 450 four-stroke models plus an 85cc minicross bike. The enduro range consists of the TE125, 250 and 300cc two-strokes and the FE250, 350, 450 and 501cc four-stroke bikes. In all total ten new models were unveiled by the company and several of its key innovations have found its way on the 2014 range of machines.

The most noticeable feature is the employment of a polyamide rear subframe, which houses the airbox and key electronic components and has been designed for improved rigidity providing higher flex than traditional aluminium structure. Also this casted subframe comprising of a single-component eliminates the use of welds, while suspension has been sourced from KTM owned WP. The new models are actually rebranded Husabergs, a brand owned by KTM since 1995. The company whose Swedish origins which dates back to 1903, was earlier sold by BMW to KTM and was called Husqvarna Motorcycles GmbH operating from the Austrian firm’s base in Mattighofen. Also Read: KTM boss buys Husqvarna from BMW

According to Husqvarna, “All models feature the advanced WP 4CS closed cartridge front fork with four separate chambers, which represents a premium class, front-end suspension system. The enduro range – except the TE125 – feature electric starters. The rear features an advanced shock with linkage system especially developed for enduro use, which is robust and effective for easy handling over rough terrain and for absorbing big hits. At the same time, the bikes are designed to provide optimal traction over smaller ruts and bumps.”