Husqvarna Concept Strada

Under BMW ownership, Husqvarna has been very busy developing its range of on-road motorcycles. The Nuda 900R was launched earlier this year, and now there’s going to be a smaller capacity model based on the Concept Strada.

Just revealed at the Salon de la Moto show in Paris, the Concept Strada is aimed at any rider who needs a lightweight, fun and nippy bike for everyday use.



Like the Nuda 900R, it uses an engine borrowed from BMW, which in this case is the 46 bhp (35 kW / 48 PS) 652 cc single-cylinder out of the G 650 GS. It hasn’t been a straight transfer though, as Husqvarna has taken the opportunity to raise the power output (although for now the exact increase is unspecified).



A production version of the Concept Strada is scheduled for launch sometime in 2012.

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Husqvarna’s Concept MOAB has been designed as a contemporary take on the scrambler theme.



Unveiled at the Milan EICMA bike show, it’s powered by a 650 cc engine that sits inside a perimeter frame, and features 17” wheels with semi-knobbly on / off-road tyres.

Husqvarna Concept MOAB. Scroll down for more images.

The attractive styling is defined by the distinctive tank and long seat unit, while yellow number boards add a finishing touch. As is befitting for a scrambler the handlebars are high and wide, plus they house a neat digital instrument panel in their upper crossbar. There’s also an engine start / stop button that looks suspiciously like it’s been borrowed from one of parent company BMW’s cars.

It’d be a shame if the Concept MOAB didn’t turn into a production model, but undoubtedly Husqvarna is going to gauge public reaction before making the final decision.

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Its claimed weight is just 80 kg, thanks to features such as an aluminium swing arm and the novel single-sided front fork leg. The frame is made from steel, while the single seat is self-supporting in keeping with the minimalist look.



There’s no word on whether the E-go will make it into production, and Husqvarna hasn’t divulged likely battery range, recharge times or performance potential.



If it did get built, clearly some details such as the pedestrian-spearing front mudguard would have to change. Nevertheless, it could still make for an interesting scooter alternative.

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Husqvarna has released the first images of its new naked street bike, which has been named the Nuda 900R.



And it’s not a bad looking thing, with its angular quasi-supermoto styling and minimal bodywork. That seat looks very tall though, and not particularly comfortable.

Husqvarna Nuda 900R. Scroll down for more images.

Only a few technical specs have been revealed, but Husqvarna is saying that the 900’s engine - which is derived from the 798 cc parallel twin-cylinder unit used by parent company BMW in its F 800 range of bikes - will develop over 100 horsepower (around 74 kW) and more than 100 Nm (73 lb/ft) of torque.



By comparison, the BMW F 800 models have outputs of 85 bhp (64 kW / 87 PS) and 86 Nm (63 lb/ft), so the increases seen in the Nuda 900R are in line with its extra capacity.



With a dry weight of less than 175 kg (385 lbs) being promised the Husqvarna will also be slightly lighter, whereas the similarly naked BMW F 800 R tips the scales at 177 kg (390 lbs).



The 900R’s suspension will feature an Öhlins fully adjustable shock at the rear, while up front there’s a 48 mm Sachs fork that’ll be adjustable for spring pre-load and compression / rebound damping. Front wheel braking is to be taken care of by a Brembo radially-mounted caliper with four pistons.



Pricing and launch dates for the Husqvarna Nuda 900R have yet to be confirmed.

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The revised bikes will be available from this July, although prices have yet to be confirmed.





WR125



Although the WR125 was comprehensively revamped for 2011, the 2012 version has received a few extra tweaks. These include a stronger, more rigid steering head and protection for the single-cylinder engine’s filter box.

WR250



Apart from the cosmetic changes common across the range, Husqvarna hasn’t done anything else to the WR250 for 2012.

WR300



It’s a similar story with the WR300, which still shares its chassis and suspension with the WR250. The carburettor-fed 293.1 cc engine - the largest capacity two-stroke in the Husqvarna line-up - also continues unchanged.

TE250



The four-stroke TE250 gets heavily revised suspension, including a Kayaba rear damper in place of the previous Sachs item. It features adjustment for low / high speed compression and rebound, while up front the 48 mm forks have been recalibrated and had new springs fitted to complement the rear set-up.



The frame has been reinforced at the steering head, and the handlebar is secured with new clamps. Although the engine is unchanged, the exhaust has been altered to help liberate more performance.

TE310



All of the TE250’s 2012 updates have also been applied to the larger capacity TE310.

TE449



Modifications to the TE449 include a new frame, which has additional strengthening around the engine mounts, seat rail and steering head. There’s also a single piece rear mudguard, which is claimed to be stronger than the old one.



Suspension revisions comprise a shorter Kayaba rear damper, which is fully adjustable and now better protected from dirt and debris. The 48 mm diameter front forks have also been improved with more progressive damping. Finally, the Keihin fuel injection has been remapped to fine tune power delivery from the 449 cc single-cylinder engine, and the radiator is upgraded.

TE511



The TE511 receives the same improvements as the TE449, with the aim of improving rideability, especially in terms of handling and throttle response.

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Despite the name, power actually comes from a 478 cc single-cylinder engine connected to a six-speed transmission. A four-stroke unit, it features twin cams, four valves and Keihin digital fuel injection.

The suspension set up includes a rear Sachs damper which is adjustable for pre-load, rebound and compression and gives 290 mm of travel. Up front is a pair of 50 mm Marzocchi upside-down forks, offering 250 mm of travel. Braking is taken care of by Brembo floating discs.



In the UK the SMR511 will cost £7,299, excluding first registration fee and road tax. It’s due in dealers this month.