New Bikes: Husqvarna for 2015

Husqvarna rolls into its second year of technological partnership with KTM by offering its 2015 models with significant updates.

Husqvarna Motorcycles GmbH has announced its 2015 model line, with the new models enjoying many of the updates of its sister brand, KTM, particularly with regard to its suspension hardware. Husqvarna’s motocross family of machines returns with an intriguing mix of models that cover the two-stroke and four-stroke categories.

Motocross
The TC 85, TC 125 and TC250 should keep two-stroke enthusiasts happy, while four-stroke fans can choose from the FC 250, FC 350 and FC 450. The 2015 Husqvarna motocross models receive a new, fully adjustable WP 4CS fork with revised damping specs intended for motocross use. A new 22mm front axle is 4mm smaller in diameter than the previous model and also 2mm farther back in the axle clamp. The change is intended to add an extra measure of stability via slightly increased trail. Out back, fully adjustable WP piggyback reservoir shock with 4mm more stroke while providing the same overall rear travel. The rear suspension also gets revised linkage geometry. The FC 250 and FC 350 also have a new clutch basket and spring design that are primarily to shave a few grams of rotating weight for livelier engine response. Speaking of weight savings, the TC 85 receives a lighter swingarm.

Here is a list of the improvements to the motocross line:

-New WP 4CS fork has been specifically designed for motocross with improved damping
-New 22mm front axle reduces unsprung weight and increases stability, front-end feedback
-New linkage geometry features optimized rising rate and reduced weight
-New shock with 4 mm more stroke and new settings
-New clutch basket and springs on the FC 250 and FC 350 saves weight and improves consistency
-New lighter swingarm on the TC 85
-New fork protectors easier to replace and maintain
-New handguards for better impact resistance
-New graphics that differentiate the motocross models from the enduro models
-New Neken handlebar and bar pad

Enduro
With a range of seven models, starting with the TE 125 two-stroke and culminating with the big-bore FE 501 four-stroke, Husqvarna should have both the hard-core racer and the weekend enthusiast covered in 2015. All 2015 enduro models receive new headlight and front fender, but the big improvements include the new WP 4CS closed cartridge front fork.

The two-stroke range features revised carburetor and power valve settings for improved power delivery, with the TE 250 and TE 300 also receiving a lighter, more efficient 3Ah battery and a lightened clutch basket and spring design. The FE 250 gets a new sixth gear that is taller than the previous model.

Here is a list of improvements to the enduro line:

-New headlight
-Same front fender as the motocross bikes for easier mounting
-New CNC machined triple clamps adapted to the new front fender
-All models feature the advanced WP 4CS closed cartridge front fork with four separate chambers
-New clutch basket and springs on the FE 250 and FE 350 saves weight and improves consistency
-The FE 250 features a longer sixth gear
-New carburetor setting on the TE125, intended for smoother power delivery
-New power valve and carburetor setting on the TE 250, intended for smoother power delivery
-New shorter gearing on TE 250 and TE 300 electric starter provides more torque for easier starting
-Both TE 250 and TE 300 feature a new, lighter, more efficient 3Ah battery

Pride, Passion, Power
According to Husqvarna Motorcycles GmbH Managing Director Reinhold Zens, Husqvarna Motorcycles prides itself on offering premium products to the off-road market.

“Through the efforts of Husqvarna’s Factory Racing teams in motocross, enduro and from 2015 also supercross, we are able to constantly develop and improve our products at the highest levels possible to ensure our customer base receives the most reliable and quality driven motorcycles possible,” Zens said. “With chromium molybdenum steel frames, poylamide rear subframes, engines with peak performances in all displacements, the state-of-the-art WP 4CS front fork and rear suspension linkage on all of the enduro range, Husqvarna will remain at the top of the class with its MY15 range.”

The new Husqvarnas will be available from all authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealers beginning in July 2014. For more information, contact your local Husqvarna dealer or visit Husqvarna-Motorcycles.com