2017 Husqvarnas get 6bhp more for next year on both Enduro and Supermoto versions

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Husqvarna Motorcycles has just sent us the details on its new 701 SUPERMOTO and 701 ENDURO, fitted with the most powerful single cylinder engine ever developed by Husqvarna now delivering 6bhp and 3.0Nm of torque more than the previous generation. Each bike is now Euro 4 friendly, too.

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MAJOR ADVANCES

Both the 701 SUPERMOTO and 701 ENDURO are equipped with a new generation Euro IV compliant single cylinder engine that kicks out 74bhp (55kW) @ 8,000rpm and torque of 71.0 Nm at 6,750rpm. The bikes only need a service every 10,000km.
The Keihin electronic fuel injection gets a new 5mm throttle body that has no mechanical linkage to the throttle grip and offers better throttle response and rideability at small throttle valve positions.

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ENGINE HIGHLIGHTS
=>Increased power & torque of 74bhp and 71.0Nm
=>An additional 1000 rpm of usable power
=>Reduced oscillating masses for lower vibrations
=>New intake resonator for improved response at low rpm
=>Long service intervals & low fuel consumption
=>Single overhead cam
=>Double spark plugs
=>Large bore & short stroke [105mm and 80mm]
=>Forged aluminium piston
=>Cutting edge ride-by-wire electronics

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701 SUPERMOTO
=>Ride-by-wire throttle
=>Competition-level brakes
=>Bosch ABS
=>Black anodised tubeless 17’’ wheels
=>Wide range of accessories
=>A2 licence compatible

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701 ENDURO
=>Advanced electronics for smooth power delivery & sharp throttle response
=>Bosch ABS
=>21’’ – 18’’ high strength DID wheels
=>Competition-level suspension with 275 mm of travel & great adjustability
=>Extensive range of accessories
=>A2 licence compatible


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