1. 4 Stroke Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Austria - About 2014 & Newer
     FE = 4st Enduro & FC = 4st Cross

FE/FC UH OH...I think it's coming home with me!

Discussion in '4st' started by Teambowles, May 21, 2015.

  1. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    Ok local dealer is giving me a great deal on this 15 fc450. From what I've read it's basically a ktm. Opinions on this bike vs a Japanese bike? Sure is a Purdy steed. Does it need anything out of the box or tweeking like my 449/511 did or is she a jump on and go bike? Read lots of info and the shootouts on her and she fairs pretty good. Looking for feed back asap. Also what about using mobil 1 0-W40 in her. Thanks image.jpg
    Teambowles, May 21, 2015
    #1

  2. LandofMotards Moderator

    Location:
    Colorado
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2014 TC250
    I'd consider an in line fuel filter like zip ty has. Only thing ive really read about with ktms is issues from not having something for that. You bought a FC so you shouldn't need all the tuning done like with your street legal bikes.

    Congrats on the new ride. Really want to compare one to the tc449
    LandofMotards, May 21, 2015
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  3. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    Haven't bought yet but close. Doing research still. Gotta decide in the next day or so.
    Teambowles, May 21, 2015
    #3

  4. Huskynoobee CH Sponsor ZipTy Racing

    Location:
    Castaic, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 TE449 2006 WR250
    Other Motorcycles:
    HDUltra Classic IT200 YZ250 SV650s
    Start saving money to fix the forks. Some like them, but they seem to be outnumbered by those that hate them. Do a search on 4cs forks.
    Huskynoobee, May 22, 2015
    #4

  5. Motosportz CH Sponsor

    Location:
    Vancouver WA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2021 TE250i, 570 Berg, 500 KTM, 790R
    Other Motorcycles:
    many
    Have you ridden a KTM? They handle different and are not for everyone. Might want to try on out first.
    Motosportz, May 22, 2015
    #5

  6. Huskynoobee CH Sponsor ZipTy Racing

    Location:
    Castaic, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2011 TE449 2006 WR250
    Other Motorcycles:
    HDUltra Classic IT200 YZ250 SV650s
    I think it's rare that any bike is perfect for everyone out of the box. It will likely run better than your 449, but remember also that the trade off is red sticker registration which can possibly affect your access to certain riding areas during the late spring through summer. If you're looking for a race bike, it's a good platform to start with.
    Huskynoobee, May 22, 2015
    #6

  7. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    Well the red bmw era is over for us. The 449 and 511 are gone. Replaced by a 15 tc 450 and a rmz 450. Looking for some new adventures with my kids as I ride my 14 YZ 450. 449 and 511 were a lot of fun once sorted out, sorry to see them go it was sad walking away from them. My youngest son decided to stay with husky he seems to be a loyal follower of the brand which makes me happy. My oldest has always been a loyal follower of suzuki so both are happy young men. Once 449/511 were sorted and mods were complete they ran great, we had zero issues with them just lots of oil changes. Just wanted to say thanks for all the help from everyone with those bikes but now I will be picking your brains again with the tc 450. Ride on. image.jpg
    Teambowles, May 23, 2015
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  8. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    Our dirt bike stable...lol image.jpg
    Teambowles, May 23, 2015
    #8
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  9. troy deck Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Republic MO
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    87 250wr 12 cr125
    Other Motorcycles:
    kx65 ty80 rm80 kdx250
    lookin a little short on 2ts:naughty:
    troy deck, May 23, 2015
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  10. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    I know...
    Teambowles, May 23, 2015
    #10

  11. endurocrotts Husqvarna
    C Class

    Location:
    Arizona
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2015 Husqvarna FE 350
    Other Motorcycles:
    2014 Sherco 2.9, 2014 BMW 1200 GSW
    Great looking bikes. You want the suspension fixed? Especially the forks? Talk to Adam at Kreftmoto.com
    endurocrotts, May 28, 2015
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  12. Teambowles Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    NorCal
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    19 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    19 ktm 6 days excf 450 n excf 500
    All duned out now image.jpg
    Teambowles, Jun 6, 2015
    #12