1. Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

Magnificent 7

Discussion in 'Vintage Restoration Projects' started by dartyppyt, Aug 19, 2013.

  1. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Thanx! Dirk!

    So, since we got storms this am. I decided to get inside the VM carb. Was wondering if I could fool it into thinking it was a big carb for top end and lil carb for torque. I do this on my modern carb mods. Well it has completely change the sound of the engine. Bike has more bottom and more top end. Darn thing feels like a 300 now! So that means I can get a titch more out of it yet. Love this thing and with the newer Maico forks and Ohlins. This thing fly’s, handles great and soaks up everything.
  2. eddychecker Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Sycamore, IL
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 TCX250 & 2013 TE300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 KTM 450XCW
    That's awesome! I'd be super excited to give your carb mods a try. My 300 is still rockin' the Lectron and while it feels a bit lazy, it does suit the trail riding I'm doing.
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  3. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    It’s cheaper to keeper!

    Best mod to a 300 is smooth and manageable. If they become too gnarly then they wear u out.
  4. eddychecker Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Sycamore, IL
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 TCX250 & 2013 TE300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2008 KTM 450XCW
    Lol, you're right of course. :)
  5. ajcmbrown Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Metung Victoria Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    400WR 250WR 07 WR500 430AE 360AE
    Other Motorcycles:
    1985 500CR Ducati Multistrada 1200S
    What mods do you do to VM Darin?
  6. ruwfo Administrator

    Location:
    NJ
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1980 390CR, 1982 430CR, 1984 400WR
    Other Motorcycles:
    1985 250XC, 2016 FJ-09
    Oh, i only seen those pipes on Can-am's cool, hats off to you, as always
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  7. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
  8. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250

    Let me finish carb up in couple weeks. There are still few more things I want to try to see if I get more results.
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  9. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Just got done painting my seat for the 390.

    You know me.........

    Always thinking outside of the box!

    I think gold lettering on black cover looks sweet!

    See if I can’t get the darn thing finished and running late spring!

    Attached Files:

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  10. Steve-F Husqvarna
    A Class

    Location:
    Vista,Ca.
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1975 Husqvarna 360 CR GP
    Other Motorcycles:
    1965 Norton G15CS 750
    Sweet!!! Nice Job :applause::thumbsup:
  11. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    I have plenty of weekends free for while so see if I can get a few relics done and running.
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  12. DeathFromAbove My Cat Says AREAR!

    Location:
    North New Jersey
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    70,71 360 8s 72,74 450 73 360 73 250
    Other Motorcycles:
    66 Triumph Trophy 99 ZRX1100
    Good for you Darin,:cheers: I tell the new guys at work to enjoy the slow periods because when it ramps back up and it will, we'll put you out like a cigarette butt!:lol:
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  13. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    That’s a good saying!

    Fender set on the way for the 390.

    Unfortunately, I have to reblast/repaint my front forks since the VHT paint is flaking off in spots.

    Chris keep more projects coming!
  14. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Social Distancing!

    Attached Files:

  15. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Coming down assembly line.

    Friggin VHT paint is flaking off rear shocks too!

    Every place I’ve used it. I’ve re painted......

    Attached Files:

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  16. DeathFromAbove My Cat Says AREAR!

    Location:
    North New Jersey
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    70,71 360 8s 72,74 450 73 360 73 250
    Other Motorcycles:
    66 Triumph Trophy 99 ZRX1100
    I've had trouble with the semi gloss paint too.:( Mine wouldn't cure without a hot box for a day or so. Guess they got the mix wrong.:confused: 6 frigging cans, I feel your pain Darin!:banghead:
  17. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Stuff junk! I’m sticking with baked on gun kote or cerakote from now on.
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  18. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Think gonna do white side plates?

    Attached Files:

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  19. DeathFromAbove My Cat Says AREAR!

    Location:
    North New Jersey
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    70,71 360 8s 72,74 450 73 360 73 250
    Other Motorcycles:
    66 Triumph Trophy 99 ZRX1100
    Another reason to keep watching an learning!!:popcorn: Look At That Freaking BIKE!! :busted: So Bitchin!!:love: Yeah I said It!!:notworthy:
  20. dartyppyt Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Illinois
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    17 TE 150, 82CR 500
    Other Motorcycles:
    82 125,250,430&500 79 390 83 250
    Thanx Chris!

    I always appreciate the compliments and you all do great work!