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Driving report: Husqvarna
The new Husqvarna TE 449
Although BMW was not very convincing with the drive concept of the coaxial arrangement of the swing arm bearing and chain pinion in the G 450 X, the new 450 Husqvarna has now adopted this concept. If the transmigration of souls succeeds, a rebirth as a successful model?
E.t is unusual to start a story about a brand new motorcycle with its history in the sister model of another corporate brand. But in the case of the Hus-qvarna TE 449, the cross connection has to be drawn. Autumn 2008, BMW presents the first series sports enduro in the company’s history. The central element of the G 450 X is the coaxial arrangement of the pivot point of the swing arm and the chain pinion, which should ensure better traction by means of the longer swing arm that this makes possible.
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Driving report: Husqvarna
The new Husqvarna TE 449
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Typical: Despite the unusual engine concept, the styling of the TE 449 follows the well-known Husqvarna look.
So does the old slogan of the concrete industry also apply here: It depends on what you make of it? Indeed, the development department in Varese put the project on a whole new basis. The engine is located in a completely redesigned tubular steel bridge frame, the suspension strut is operated by a lever mechanism. The principle of the coaxial positioning of the gear output shaft and swing arm axis remained unchanged. But in order to avoid tension in the motor housing, the swing arm no longer runs through the gearbox. Instead, the aluminum swing arm rests on two stub axles mounted in the frame. However, their pivot point is still on the level of the chain sprocket.
Enough of theory. The starter button is pressed, the engine does not have a kick starter, and the sniffing from the intake tract behind the steering head and the singing of the intermediate shaft are reminiscent of the sound of the BMW.
The special test that has been staked is still looking virginal. The Dohc engine, which is equipped with titanium valves, hangs neatly on the gas and starts up smoothly and easily just above idle speed. The dying at low engine speeds known from BMW in narrow passages is a thing of the past, probably thanks to the changed timing and new mapping. Fine. Mainly because the single has preserved its revving ability. On the long straights, the genes of the short-stroke of all 450 sports enduro engines at 59.6 millimeters break through, and it turns up greedily. Even the clutch, which is still relatively hard to pull in the BMW, can now be pulled with one finger by hydraulic actuation and redesigned linings, and precisely controlled.
The dry and rocky terrain is not easy to drive. No problem, because the Husky’s front wheel literally bites into the slopes, making it remarkably easy to choose an individual line. It is this front wheel orientation that largely describes the driving experience on the Husky. And to which the pilot has to get used to. The front feels heavy, especially when braking or releasing the accelerator, makes the handling seem a bit sluggish in this situation and makes threading into the gradually moving out neighboring areas a target exercise. Only then can the new one shine with its parade discipline: the rich traction at the exit of a curve.
Whether loose scree or hard ground, in the acceleration phase the husky driver does not have to be afraid of critical situations. As if the rear of the TE would interlock with the ground, the Italian pushes forward. It remains to be seen whether the torsional rigidity of the frame, which, according to Husqvarna technicians, is almost doubled compared to the BMW, the modified design of the swing arm or other things justify this ability, this trait is definitely inspiring.
The TE recalls a typical Husqvarna tradition on rocky terrain. Like a tractor, it plows stoically through the worst stone sections, where it also benefits from the remarkably comfortable coordination of the Kayaba suspension elements. What remains of the first impression? Above all, one finding: the Husky developers have succeeded in creating a typical Husqvarna from the unconventional substance of the hapless BMW. With these qualities, the Bavarian project could find its way back on the road to success under a different flag.
Technical specifications
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Better: hydraulic actuation, new pads. The clutch on the crankshaft clearly won.
Engine:
Water-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, two overhead, chain-driven camshafts, four valves, rocker arms, wet sump lubrication, injection, Ø 46 mm, regulated catalytic converter, battery 12 V / 6 Ah, hydraulically operated multi-plate oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, O-ring chain.
Bore x stroke 98.0 x 59.6 mm
Cubic capacity 450 cm³
rated capacity 37.5 kW (51 hp) at 9000 rpm
Max. Torque 44 Nm at 6500 rpm
Landing gear:
Bridge frame made of steel, upside-down fork, Ø 48 mm, adjustable spring base and rebound damping, two-arm swing arm made of aluminum, central spring strut with lever system, adjustable spring base, rebound and compression damping, front disc brake, Ø 260 mm, double-piston floating caliper, rear disc brake, Ø 240 mm, single-piston floating caliper.
Spoked wheels with aluminum rims 1.60 x 21; 2.15 x 18
Tires 90/90 21; 140/80 18
Dimensions and weights (manufacturer information):
Wheelbase 1490 mm, steering head angle 64.2 degrees, caster 101 mm, spring travel f / h 300/300 mm, empty weight without petrol 113 kg, tank capacity / reserve 8.5 / 1.2 liters.
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