1 hour in the past | Phrases: Andy Wigan | Images: Husqvarna Photographs
Like their KTM counterparts, Husqvarna’s vary of motocross fashions got here in for sweeping, ground-up adjustments a yr in the past. And, after testing this whole vary of new-generation 2023 Huskys – two-strokes and 4 – on the media launch, we got here away greater than slightly impressed with the advances all 5 fashions had revamped their predecessors – the all-new fuel-injected two-stroke fashions, particularly So, it comes as little shock that Husqvarna’s 2024 MX machines solely get just a few refinements to that new platform. Primarily, they get revised settings of their WP XACT fork and shock, a grippier seat cowl and contemporary graphics.
Right here is Husqvarna’s PR, providing a snapshot of the upgrades and standout technical options of their 2024 vary of two- and four-stroke MX machines, that are anticipated to begin arriving in Husky sellers in Australia and New Zealand from late June, 2023…
2024 FC & TC MODELS – THE DETAIL
Setting a excessive normal for modern-day two-stroke motocross machines, the TC125 and TC250 are progressive in design and expertly assembled with the newest know-how. Headlining the innovation discovered on each fashions is the Digital Gas Injection (EFI), which ensures class-leading energy, rideability, enhanced reliability, and decrease operating prices. Full with an electrical starter, the TC125 and TC250 are the machines of selection for all critical two-stroke riders.
The 2024 FC250 and FC350 are powered by state-of-the-art DOHC four-stroke engines which might be light-weight, highly effective, and play a significant position in enhancing the general dealing with of every machine. Along with the long-lasting 450cc motocross mannequin, the FC450, all four-stroke fashions characteristic the newest know-how and digital rider aids.
Each machine within the motocross line-up is engineered with one aim in thoughts – to outperform its competitors. Expertly assembled with race-tested parts for unrivalled efficiency and reliability, the FC and TC fashions are geared up with WP suspension for superior consolation, dealing with and straight-line stability.
The WP XACT 48mm entrance fork and WP XACT rear shock characteristic new settings for improved cornering agility, with customisation and additional positive tuning achieved by utilizing the straightforward entry, tool-free adjusters. Persevering with to characteristic ProTaper handlebars, a Brembo clutch, and Dunlop tyres, all TC and FC fashions are premium racing machines able to competing on the highest stage.
2024 TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
- New gray and yellow graphics create a particular look.
- New high-grip seat cowl for improved management below onerous acceleration.
- New suspension settings for improved cornering agility.
- Bodywork designed with particularly tailor-made ergonomics for simpler motion on the motorbike.
- Hydro-formed chromium-molybdenum frames supply enhanced anti-squat behaviour.
- Die-cast aluminium swingarm offers optimum rigidity and low weight.
- Throttle physique gas injection on two-stroke engines ensures class-leading energy and rideability.
- FC250 and FC350 DOHC engines ship class-leading torque and peak energy.
- Quickshifter ensures seamless upshifting on all four-stroke fashions.
- Aluminium-polyamide hybrid subframe development offers particularly calculated rigidity and superior sturdiness.
- WP XACT 48mm entrance fork with AER know-how supply progressive end-of-stroke damping.
- WP XACT rear shock design with CFD-optimised primary piston and tool-free adjusters.
- Multifunctional Map Choose Swap additionally prompts the Quickshifter, Traction, and Launch Management.
- Excessive-performance Brembo hydraulic clutch system.
- Premium-quality ProTaper handlebars.
- Electrical starter on all fashions powered by a light-weight Li-Ion 2.0Ah battery.
ACCESSORY OPTIONS
A contest-focused vary of Technical Equipment and Attire accompanies the discharge of the 2024 motocross machines. For added sturdiness, the Manufacturing facility Racing Wheels are extremely robust with the Manufacturing facility Racing Triple Clamps providing improved suspension efficiency and enhanced entrance wheel suggestions.
The spotlight of the Technical Equipment vary and boosting total efficiency of all FC machines is undeniably the Akrapovič Evolution Line exhaust system. With a number of parts designed to take care of every fashions’ excessive efficiency, the engine, entrance brake disc, body, clutch and brake grasp cylinders can all be comprehensively protected, which permits riders to assault the racetrack in complete confidence.
The 2024 motocross vary will start to reach at authorised Husqvarna Bikes sellers in Australia and New Zealand from late June, 2023. Costs are but to be introduced by Husqvarna Bikes Australia.
