The jan issue of MXA has a really cool article on Andy Jefferson's "prototype" TC310. Started life as a 2013 TXC310. They list the many mods he's done, as well as say it's being used as an R&D testbed. They're pretty happy with how it works, saying peak horsepower is a tad better that the 250F powerhouses (KXF @ 41 RWHP) but that it has way more low-end torque and is easy to ride despite some mapping glitches in its current form (constantly evolving). Mitch Payton has had his hands in the motor, going back to both Andy's and Husky's roots. A very cool read!
Vet class and beyond MXer! This could turn into another one of those US market driven bikes, TC310 vet MX racer, nice. I wont go to the 250 (lites class) cheater bike side of things.
Sounds good? MitchP on the job also? Sounds great .... They really need to do something here on these model bikes and get them on a MX track as these bikes are phenomenal handling bikes ... and Mitch has the husky history also ... Not sure if this is the exact article you are referring to but this one makes mention of the TC310 http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/MXAS-2013-HUSQVARNA-TC250-MOTOCROSS-TEST-THERE-IS-9569.aspx
Rayray it's a different article with three pages devoted to Andy's personal racebike. I really think this is something they could do easily. It wouldn't be a re-tooled machine, just a reconfigured xlite250. If they would have offered a TC310 I would have seriously considered it. If they offer one next year I will probably need one. I think, considering Husky's customers are an older base, that they are really missing the boat by not offering a TC310 and a xlite-based 450. They are already showing a commitment and an investment at breaking back into moto, the 125/144 is phenominal but a small-market bike and hard to carry the flag. The xlite250 is better than ever and finally a viable option to competetive racers, but still doesn't cater to Husky's largest customer base, more like the sons of their customer base! Anyway it is a cool article and contiues the trend of positive press. Great stuff.
yep ... Maybe race results will help ... I'm hoping local races are seeing more TC machines racing and finishing races ... Yep .. positive news for sure someone wants to modify and race the bike ... Gotta hope he does good on it .. Where is Andy racing this bike at or planning on racing it at?
Tell me about it. Very hard to find anything for my 2011 TC449! An exhaust here and there and that's it, from what I've seen so far!
Where is Andy racing this bike at or planning on racing it at? REM at Glen Helen is mostly where you'll see Andy out of the office and on the track among the fast local old guy MXers. http://www.remsatmx.com/
Very cool bike! Maybe Husky's generous contingency plan will attract the younger folks as Water Racer said. The moto community is awfully close minded when it comes to brands other than the the big five. Remember when it was the big four? KTM had a hell of a time breaking misconceptions (okay maybe some were well deserved ). Also, I don't think the world moto Factory Husky team didn't did the brand any favors. Does anyone know if Ricci Racing is competing in the 2013 season? Nice post MotoMarc!
Hmm... we run a TXC511 offroad racing. Stock pipe, JD tuner, 1 tooth lower countershaft, Uptite skidplate, TM Designworks chain guide, Suspension setup for the rider by Watson Performance. Note the complete lack of engine mods. We change the oil, clean the filters and win races. The rider was battling to win before on a 250 2-stroke of some orangish shade, with the 511 he became dominant. http://tjborr.blogspot.com/ We are going to a 310R this year and there are two concerns....losing the awesome torque and horsepower of the 511 and the nettlesome starter issue on X-lights. The 511 has been flawless for two seasons under 2 different riders.
So why the change to the 310? Not arguing anything just curious because it seems the 511 has worked out
Both the Husqvarna Rider Support and Contingency programs persuaded us to switch to a '13 model. Since will still have a TXC449, we decided to try the 310R and see if it has advantages on the tighter courses. Personally I prefer the 449/511, but the fast guy (my brother) tried a TXC310R at the Fall Gathering and was hooked.
So, I guess, for all the knocking on the TC's a lot of folks are experiencing a little bit of success.
Here is the article! http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/WE-RIDE-ANDY-JEFFERSONS-PROTOTYPE-HUSQVARNA-TC310-9792.aspx Enjoy, I know I did and I don't even own one.
What else do you want? The TXC511 will put out over 60HP if needed. I can give it traction control...
There are performance mods but it'd be nice to see the big companies competing. Other then that, shorty levers, brake and shift levers, really just relatively minor things. I'm not even saying the 310 gets all the attention lol. It's really not a big deal. I just enjoy looking at parts and its much easier to find with other bikes. At the same time the small "club" called husqvarna is nice to be in and that's just part of the cost.
