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Hi everyone,
As you all know, Coffee (Dean) passed away a couple of years ago. I am Dean's ex-wife's husband and happen to have spent my career in tech. Over the years, I occasionally helped Dean with various tech issues.
When he passed, I worked with his kids to gather the necessary credentials to keep this site running. Since then (and for however long they worked with Coffee), Woodschick and Dirtdame have been maintaining the site and covering the costs. Without their hard work and financial support, CafeHusky would have been lost.
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been working to migrate the site to a free cloud compute instance so that Woodschick and Dirtdame no longer have to fund it. At the same time, I’ve updated the site to a current version of XenForo (the discussion software it runs on). The previous version was outdated and no longer supported.
Unfortunately, the new software version doesn’t support importing the old site’s styles, so for now, you’ll see the XenForo default style. This may change over time.
Coffee didn’t document the work he did on the site, so I’ve been digging through the old setup to understand how everything was running. There may still be things I’ve missed. One known issue is that email functionality is not yet working on the new site, but I hope to resolve this over time.
Thanks for your patience and support!
What did you do to your SWM....
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ex-xt
Husqvarna
A Class
@vsaltao .Very nice bike !!
In case you should have a good retailer, may you ask him if the 650' tank will fit the 500 ??? some people say so but I do not believe it
From my point of view the windscreen is useless on a 500 .
Maybe I will follow the Portugal border this way
https://www.terre-bitume.org/t6883-ouest-espagne-trails-legers-avril-ou-may
I will ask but they will not know 
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But from what i have seen the Safari tank is different from the te630/510 so i guess in swm is the same thing (650/500) and the stock wont fit.
Regarding following the Portuguese border, check "tet europe" in google, you can do all Iberia on offroad (and the rest of europe also).
.But from what i have seen the Safari tank is different from the te630/510 so i guess in swm is the same thing (650/500) and the stock wont fit.
Regarding following the Portuguese border, check "tet europe" in google, you can do all Iberia on offroad (and the rest of europe also).
Very nice bike !!
In case you should have a good retailer, may you ask him if the 650' tank will fit the 500 ??? some people say so but I do not believe it
From my point of view the windscreen is useless on a 500 .
Maybe I will follow the Portugal border this way
https://www.terre-bitume.org/t6883-ouest-espagne-trails-legers-avril-ou-may
Original Dirt
Husqvarna
AA Class
I'm pretty sure that the RS650 uses a different chassis than the 300/500s.I will ask but they will not know
But from what i have seen the Safari tank is different from the te630/510 so i guess in swm is the same thing (650/500) and the stock wont fit.
Regarding following the Portuguese border, check "tet europe" in google, you can do all Iberia on offroad (and the rest of europe also).
panchogarrancho
Husqvarna
A Class
panchogarrancho
Husqvarna
A Class
panchogarrancho
Husqvarna
A Class
panchogarrancho
Husqvarna
A Class
Same problem on my 650. Magura 167 master and oberon slave is my solution. Obern slave has 2 pistin seals and slighty larger diameter. Added to the easy pull magura its a 1 finger clutch most of the time now. And i can find neutral when stopped. a bit pricey but sure beats having the bike laid up. I think replacing the slave would be a good preventative measure, IMO the cause is engine oil contamination on the clutch fluid. If that can be avoided the master shouldn't fail.
MattC
Oldscool
Husqvarna
AA Class
To my rs500:
Just fitted an IMS 3gal (11.5 litre) tank. The tank is actually for a husky te510 and so required the rear sideplates from the same model husky. The swm seat fits, as in connects up and works, but with the massive gap between husky side plates and seat base, it looks a bit average (might be good for horsepower though). I found a seat from a husky cr125 that fits perfectly. Now I'm looking for some husky lower radiator shrouds to fit up to the tank, rather than cut up the original ones. This new tank will increase my planned fuel stops from 100km to 180km. That's a lot easier to plan around and will stop the eye rolls from my mates every time I mention needing fuel soon (seemed like I used to say it as we rolled outa the servo).
I also replaced the rear motoz mountain hybrid (120/100x18) with a motoz extreme hybrid (110/100x18). The tyre had around 3000km on it and although still performing acceptably, was looking sad. I must say it had served me well all through our summer months, with lots of hot tar and dry dirt/gravel road miles. I'm hoping the extreme version will work just as well on wet dirt roads and better on wet tar than a knobby. I reckon with a slight attitude adjustment it'll even be ok on sand and mud. Perhaps not as good as a "real" knobby but good enough to keep me happy. I went down from a 120/100 to the 110/100 because the big one is too close to the shock flap for my liking.
Just fitted an IMS 3gal (11.5 litre) tank. The tank is actually for a husky te510 and so required the rear sideplates from the same model husky. The swm seat fits, as in connects up and works, but with the massive gap between husky side plates and seat base, it looks a bit average (might be good for horsepower though). I found a seat from a husky cr125 that fits perfectly. Now I'm looking for some husky lower radiator shrouds to fit up to the tank, rather than cut up the original ones. This new tank will increase my planned fuel stops from 100km to 180km. That's a lot easier to plan around and will stop the eye rolls from my mates every time I mention needing fuel soon (seemed like I used to say it as we rolled outa the servo).
I also replaced the rear motoz mountain hybrid (120/100x18) with a motoz extreme hybrid (110/100x18). The tyre had around 3000km on it and although still performing acceptably, was looking sad. I must say it had served me well all through our summer months, with lots of hot tar and dry dirt/gravel road miles. I'm hoping the extreme version will work just as well on wet dirt roads and better on wet tar than a knobby. I reckon with a slight attitude adjustment it'll even be ok on sand and mud. Perhaps not as good as a "real" knobby but good enough to keep me happy. I went down from a 120/100 to the 110/100 because the big one is too close to the shock flap for my liking.
ex-xt
Husqvarna
A Class
hi
>Good answer but I Had just ordered a SAFARI 19 L . Anyway 180 k wont be enough ... my range with genuine is around 120 but less offroad like last week end ,
The enduro tyres ares washed up ( 1000 k ) and the new mitas E09 wll go with bib ... no more tools for flat tyres .
>Good answer but I Had just ordered a SAFARI 19 L . Anyway 180 k wont be enough ... my range with genuine is around 120 but less offroad like last week end ,
The enduro tyres ares washed up ( 1000 k ) and the new mitas E09 wll go with bib ... no more tools for flat tyres .
David Engstedt
Husqvarna
Hej Matt, Did you get the Obern slave for Husqy te 630? Im really considering doing this if it fits!
Caiman
Senior Vice Procrastinator
Picked up a new 2019 SM500R Euro4 a couple weeks ago (one of 3 in Australia), it'll be track only so slowly taking off all the road gear and ABS. So far I have...
- Radiator Guards by Force accessories (SWM),
- SlideMoto Axle block sliders (Husky),
- Raptor Titanium footpegs w- sliders (Husky),
- SMOG delete,
- Front fender and headlight plastics off my old SMR511 (Husky),
- GetData wireless hour meter,
- Driven shifter (Husky),
- G2 Ergonomics throttle tube w- Domino grips,
- TM Designworks chain guide and rollers (Husky),
- Moose Racing case saver (Husky),
- Billet fuel cap (Husky).
Track day next weekend (if it's not raining), so hopefully an opportunity to get the bike run in before doing engine mods.
Still awaiting fitment...
- Arrow aluminium slip on exhaust (SWM),
- Front end off my old 511, Marzocchi 50mm w- Ohlins cartridges, Extreme riders fork feet,
- Ohlins TTX44 shock (no TTX Flow available
(Husky)
- Suter Racing slipper clutch (Husky),
- Tubeless wheel conversion (DIY),
- Supersprox stealth sprocket (Husky),
- Taller bend bars and/or bar risers,
- Acerbis SM handguards (they don't fit the stock bars!),
- Racing seat (SWM) and brake light delete tail,
- ABS Delete, replace with HEL braided lines and Beringer 4 pot caliper.
Trying to find...
- Full exhaust system, Titanium or otherwise,
- Billet clutch and ignition covers,
- Silicone hoses (they changed the radiators from the 510's).
The aftermarket range of parts is either 10 year old Husky parts gathering dust on shelves or a handful of parts SWM sell themselves, hopefully things pick up!
Pics; https://www.instagram.com/sm500oz/
- Radiator Guards by Force accessories (SWM),
- SlideMoto Axle block sliders (Husky),
- Raptor Titanium footpegs w- sliders (Husky),
- SMOG delete,
- Front fender and headlight plastics off my old SMR511 (Husky),
- GetData wireless hour meter,
- Driven shifter (Husky),
- G2 Ergonomics throttle tube w- Domino grips,
- TM Designworks chain guide and rollers (Husky),
- Moose Racing case saver (Husky),
- Billet fuel cap (Husky).
Track day next weekend (if it's not raining), so hopefully an opportunity to get the bike run in before doing engine mods.
Still awaiting fitment...
- Arrow aluminium slip on exhaust (SWM),
- Front end off my old 511, Marzocchi 50mm w- Ohlins cartridges, Extreme riders fork feet,
- Ohlins TTX44 shock (no TTX Flow available
(Husky)- Suter Racing slipper clutch (Husky),
- Tubeless wheel conversion (DIY),
- Supersprox stealth sprocket (Husky),
- Taller bend bars and/or bar risers,
- Acerbis SM handguards (they don't fit the stock bars!),
- Racing seat (SWM) and brake light delete tail,
- ABS Delete, replace with HEL braided lines and Beringer 4 pot caliper.
Trying to find...
- Full exhaust system, Titanium or otherwise,
- Billet clutch and ignition covers,
- Silicone hoses (they changed the radiators from the 510's).
The aftermarket range of parts is either 10 year old Husky parts gathering dust on shelves or a handful of parts SWM sell themselves, hopefully things pick up!
Pics; https://www.instagram.com/sm500oz/
Oldscool
Husqvarna
AA Class
Just an update for those interested.
Picked up a set of wheels from a te510 that look in good condition. Now I've got a set of rims with off road gearing (standard 13/47) and tyres and a set with road/trail gearing (15/45) and DOT tyres. Husky rear came with a solid rotor which I've used on the off road set up, figuring the drilled would be better for road work.
I've also removed 2 clutch springs as per Scott Summers setup tips to lighten the clutch pull. It's certainly lighter but the jury's still out on whether it's upto the job or not. I have noticed that it can be forced to slip under severe abuse but not under normal use. However I've really only given it a test ride around the block so far.
Finally bit the bullet and ordered a heavier rear spring, standard is a 5.2 and I've gone for a 5.8. I'll let you know my thoughts once I've had a chance to evaluate the suspension performance with it fitted. As far as I can find out the front comes with 0.44's fitted which I'll be leaving for the time being. I'd be interested to hear what springs people fitted to their husky te510's or 450's (or rs500 obviously) . For the record I weigh in at 77kg in my jocks. Dunno what I weigh with riding gear on.
I understand the rs500 is available stateside now........interested to hear what you guys think once you've had a chance to sample them.
Picked up a set of wheels from a te510 that look in good condition. Now I've got a set of rims with off road gearing (standard 13/47) and tyres and a set with road/trail gearing (15/45) and DOT tyres. Husky rear came with a solid rotor which I've used on the off road set up, figuring the drilled would be better for road work.
I've also removed 2 clutch springs as per Scott Summers setup tips to lighten the clutch pull. It's certainly lighter but the jury's still out on whether it's upto the job or not. I have noticed that it can be forced to slip under severe abuse but not under normal use. However I've really only given it a test ride around the block so far.
Finally bit the bullet and ordered a heavier rear spring, standard is a 5.2 and I've gone for a 5.8. I'll let you know my thoughts once I've had a chance to evaluate the suspension performance with it fitted. As far as I can find out the front comes with 0.44's fitted which I'll be leaving for the time being. I'd be interested to hear what springs people fitted to their husky te510's or 450's (or rs500 obviously) . For the record I weigh in at 77kg in my jocks. Dunno what I weigh with riding gear on.
I understand the rs500 is available stateside now........interested to hear what you guys think once you've had a chance to sample them.