2019 Husqvarna Dual Sport Motorcycles First Look: FE 250 to FE 501

By
Don Williams
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2019 Husqvarna FE 501
2019 Husqvarna FE 501

2019 Husqvarna Dual Sport Motorcycles First Look: Four Models

The four-model line of Husqvarna dual sport motorcycles return for 2019 with a few minor tweaks. The 2019 Husqvarna dual sport motorcycles continue to come in two basic motors—DOHC for the FE 250 and FE 350, and a SOHC powerplant in the FE 450 and FE 501.

The changes to the Husqvarna FE dual sport motorcycles include new suspension settings, along with a lighter, more powerful lithium-ion battery; all FEs have electric start and fuel injection.

2019 Husqvarna FE 501
2019 Husqvarna FE 501

The 2019 Husqvarna FE 250 is aimed at newer dual sport riders who don’t feel the need for the most powerful engine. The FE 350 has a power near a 450, yet revs more freely due to the DOHC motor.

For those who demand the maximum power, the 2019 Husqvarna FE 501 is the dual sport of choice. Weighing less than a pound more than the FE 450, the 501 sports a 511cc powerplant. Service intervals of 135 hours allow plenty of riding between shop time.

All four 2019 Husqvarna motorcycles feature the Dampened Diaphragm Steel clutch with Magura hydraulics and a six-speed transmission. Inside each motor is a counterbalancer and a forged bridge-box piston.

Fully adjustable suspension by WP is standard on both ends of all four Husqvarna dual sport motorcycles. Every dual sport Husky gets an Xplor 48 fork and linkage-assisted DCC shock.

2019 Husqvarna FE 250
2019 Husqvarna FE 250

The hydroformed, laser-cut steel frame has flex built-in to complement the suspension settings. In the back is a composite carbon fiber subframe that weighs just three pounds.

Additional high-end components include Magura brake calipers and GSK discs, ProTaper handlebars, ODI grips, and aluminum mufflers. Translucent plastic makes it easy to view the fuel level in the 2.6-gallon tank. Tires are Continental TKC 80s.

2019 Husqvarna FE 501, FE 450, FE 350 and FE 250 Specs

ENGINE

  • Type: Single-cylinder four-stroke
  • Bore x stroke: 95 x 72mm (501); 95 x 63.4mm (450); 88 x 57.5mm (350); 78 x 52.3mm (250)
  • Displacement: 511cc (501); 450cc (450); 350cc (350); 250cc (250)
  • Compression ratio: 11.8:1 (501 and 450); 12.3:1 (350); 12.8:1 (250)
  • Fueling: Keihin EFI w/ 42mm throttle body
  • Valve train: SOHC 4-valve (501 and 450); DOHC 4-valve (350 and 250)
  • Transmission: 6-speed
  • Clutch: DDS w/ Magura hydraulics
  • Final drive: X-Ring chain

CHASSIS

  • Frame: Central double-cradle chromoly steel
  • Front suspension; travel: Fully adjustable inverted WP Xplor 48 fork; 11.8 inches
  • Rear suspension; travel: Fully adjustable linkage-assisted WP shock; 13.0 inches
  • Tires: Continental TKC 80
  • Front tire: 90/90 x 21
  • Rear tire: 120/90 x 18
  • Front brake: 260mm disc
  • Rear brake: 220mm disc
  • ABS: None

DIMENSIONS and CAPACITIES

  • Wheelbase: 58.9 inches
  • Rake: 26.5 degrees
  • Triple clamp offset: 22mm
  • Ground clearance: 14.6 inches
  • Seat height: 38.2 inches
  • Fuel capacity: 2.6 gallons
  • Curb weight: 261 pounds (FE 501); 260 pounds (FE 450); 256 pounds (FE 350); 255 pounds (FE 250)

2019 Husqvarna Dual Sport Motorcycles Color:

  • White

2019 Husqvarna Dual Sport Motorcycles Price:

  • $TBA MSRP

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