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MXA: HUSQVARNA FOCUSES ON THE TWO-STROKE

Zomby woof

Zomby woof

Husqvarna
Pro Class
HusqvarnaCR125.jpg


"I just got word that Husqvarna is going to have ten identically prepped Husqvarna CR125 two-strokes at the World Two-Stroke Championship at Glen Helen in April. Husky is sponsoring a 125 Pro class to complement the current unlimited Pro class of the race. Plus, with their ten CR125s, they want to allow pro level riders from the media, current Husky team riders, or other pro riders to race the bikes. This is their way of showing how much fun can be found on a 125. The 125 Pro race is open to all brands of bikes and any rider who wants to race, but Husky hopes that its effort to field a ten-man team will encourage more participation.
In the words of Husqvarna’s National Marketing Manager, Corey Eastman, “Our goal is simply to showcase the fun and value that racing a 125 offers. As you know, the expense of our sport is killing it. Riders going from 85cc to a 250F face a huge challenge from a riding and monetary stand point and we thought putting some very capable riders on a few of these machines would be a great way of showing the value and performance 125s offer.”
I applaud Husqvarna for taking a step towards adding new life to the two-stroke. Remember, Husqvarna, along with KTM, Yamaha and TM, are the only major motorcycle manufacturers to still sell two-stroke motocross bikes in the U.S.


http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/MOTOCROSS-ACTIONS-MIDWEEK-REPORT-BY-JOHN-BASHER-12-9617.aspx
 
That is so cool. All the kids at the track are going to be able to see Husqvarna up close...watch the pro riders rip tail on that bike. And all the sponsors too...(the dads and moms) will see Husky show up in a big way...exciting stuff!!
 
Can't go wrong with the bike and have soo many options: 125,144 or 165.

These bikes are getting pricey. Used to trade them every year and now its several years.
 
Well I guest it is time to get my 165 back into 125 trim and give it a run with the big boys.
At least if I enter the view will be better then the one from the grand stand.
 
dartyppyt said:
Can't go wrong with the bike and have soo many options: 125,144 or 165.

These bikes are getting pricey. Used to trade them every year and now its several years.
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My '09 spoiled me.... Brand new, early season purchase when first availible and still super cheap (like leftove cheap)rwith dealer discount and Husky rebate that year.
 
ajaxauto said:
Well I guest it is time to get my 165 back into 125 trim and give it a run with the big boys.
At least if I enter the view will be better then the one from the grand stand.
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That's using your head for more than just a hat rack ..

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This is a real coup for Husky over some of the other brands that seem to hold all the MX cards in the states ... It also sends a message to not only all the Husky riders but to some of the other brands, that Husky can be a major player ...
 
ray_ray said:
That's using your head for more than just a hat rack ..

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This is a real coup for Husky over some of the other brands that seem to hold all the MX cards in the states ... It also sends a message to not only all the Husky riders but to some of the other brands, that Husky can be a major player ...
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Totally AWESOME!
 
Big bucks... but I always thought Husky, should do an all Husky CR125 Youth Race, at at least select AMA MX Nationals.
 
This is AWESOME news!! Just what Husky needs to bring some serious attention to the brand and to showcase how awesome their new iron is. I can only pray that a Husky-mounted rider wins the 125 pro feature.

With their aknowledgement that racing bikes and racing is getting too expensive, I really hope they take the next step and bring in the 50, 65 , 85 (do they have one?) machine. There is no better way to have youngsters choose your brand of 125, than to have them move up to it from your brand of mini. KTM did it largescale from the 90's to present, and I truely believe it is a MAJOR factor in them being the jaugernaut they have grown into. Is there a good reason they don't bring them in?
 
Zomby woof said:
HusqvarnaCR125.jpg


"I just got word that Husqvarna is going to have ten identically prepped Husqvarna CR125 two-strokes at the World Two-Stroke Championship at Glen Helen in April. Husky is sponsoring a 125 Pro class to complement the current unlimited Pro class of the race. Plus, with their ten CR125s, they want to allow pro level riders from the media, current Husky team riders, or other pro riders to race the bikes. This is their way of showing how much fun can be found on a 125. The 125 Pro race is open to all brands of bikes and any rider who wants to race, but Husky hopes that its effort to field a ten-man team will encourage more participation.
In the words of Husqvarna’s National Marketing Manager, Corey Eastman, “Our goal is simply to showcase the fun and value that racing a 125 offers. As you know, the expense of our sport is killing it. Riders going from 85cc to a 250F face a huge challenge from a riding and monetary stand point and we thought putting some very capable riders on a few of these machines would be a great way of showing the value and performance 125s offer.”
I applaud Husqvarna for taking a step towards adding new life to the two-stroke. Remember, Husqvarna, along with KTM, Yamaha and TM, are the only major motorcycle manufacturers to still sell two-stroke motocross bikes in the U.S.


http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/MOTOCROSS-ACTIONS-MIDWEEK-REPORT-BY-JOHN-BASHER-12-9617.aspx
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Zomby woof said:
HusqvarnaCR125.jpg


"I just got word that Husqvarna is going to have ten identically prepped Husqvarna CR125 two-strokes at the World Two-Stroke Championship at Glen Helen in April. Husky is sponsoring a 125 Pro class to complement the current unlimited Pro class of the race. Plus, with their ten CR125s, they want to allow pro level riders from the media, current Husky team riders, or other pro riders to race the bikes. This is their way of showing how much fun can be found on a 125. The 125 Pro race is open to all brands of bikes and any rider who wants to race, but Husky hopes that its effort to field a ten-man team will encourage more participation.
In the words of Husqvarna’s National Marketing Manager, Corey Eastman, “Our goal is simply to showcase the fun and value that racing a 125 offers. As you know, the expense of our sport is killing it. Riders going from 85cc to a 250F face a huge challenge from a riding and monetary stand point and we thought putting some very capable riders on a few of these machines would be a great way of showing the value and performance 125s offer.”
I applaud Husqvarna for taking a step towards adding new life to the two-stroke. Remember, Husqvarna, along with KTM, Yamaha and TM, are the only major motorcycle manufacturers to still sell two-stroke motocross bikes in the U.S.


http://motocrossactionmag.com/Main/News/MOTOCROSS-ACTIONS-MIDWEEK-REPORT-BY-JOHN-BASHER-12-9617.aspx
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The kid rides a 2004 Honda CR125R. Just after a gnarly over the bars crash out at Comp Edge (during the best race f his life) he said, while in tears, "I need more power!" Maybe this is a vialable option? I'll do a little more homework....
 
Husqvarna, along with KTM, Yamaha and TM, are the only major motorcycle manufacturers

Since when did TM become a 'major' anything...... They make some nice stuff, but major they aint
 
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