Two interesting articles involving the TR650 in the June, 2013 issue of Motorcyclist: 1. On Page 26, when talking about the Nuda, our pal Pierer states "We don't want that kind of motorcycle in the Husqvarna range. Our dealers won't be able to sell or service it because it's based on a BMW. We'll shortly stop manufacturing them." 2. The TR650 wins the "Singles Club" shoot out on pg.63. I personally don't think that these two articles being placed in the same issue is a coincidence. The sales numbers and critical response are all saying the TR650 is a winner. I don't think it's a stretch to say that Motorcyclist is giving it's blessing to the bike. Ari Henning (also a MC magazine employee) did a recent video hailing the TR as his preference over the KTM Duke. Let's hope that Pierer is paying some attention to the media outlets and owner responses and doesn't just see the TR650 as a baby Nuda and give it the axe.
And couple that with a reported shutdown of the Italian production facility... http://www.motociclismo.it/husqvarna-da-agosto-blocco-della-produzione-moto-54772
Have been wanting to get a TR this spring. I am now concerned about the build gualityof this Husky. Whats the morale like on the shop floor when you have been told your gone after the remaining units are built. arrivederci saluto, addio so sad
And in English: http://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&eotf=1&u=http://www.motociclismo.it/husqvarna-da-agosto-blocco-della-produzione-moto-54772&act=url Translation is rough. It seems like rather than doom and gloom it's seeking clarification from Pierer or Husky since there seem to be so many conflicting messages. On a re-read it does say that they are trying to liquidate current inventory and that there is "no intention to close".
Probably better than the first production run in India on any given day. This bike is awesome, and it is still a "buy" in my book.
Can someone scan and post that article for those that cannot get the mag ? (Motorcyclist, June issue). Would be nice...
Mario, I will try to scan it tonight (might be tomorrow) after work and send you a PM with my email address. There are a couple of cool TR650 items in the issue.
Hey Mario, I just got that article scanned. Sorry it took so long, it's been a very busy week. Shoot me a PM with your email address and I will send you the scans.
