2017 Husqvarna® FE 350

2017 Husqvarna® FE 350

The perfect balance between power, weight and ease-of-use! The epitomy of versatility, the FE 350's engine has delivery and throttle response similar to a FE 250, but with broad tractable 450 rivalling performance. For 2017, the engine weighs 0.7 kg less than the old design and is also 20 mm shorter. With improved performance, mass centralisation and weight reduction, ride-ability has progressed to new levels. The FE 350 features a new six-speed gearbox with specific wide-range enduro type gearing. A low-friction shifter fork coating assists with shifting precision, while a new gear sensor allows the engine management system (EMS) to select a specific engine map for each gear. The smart new gear-lever design prevents dirt build-up, springing back into position for perfect control.

• 42 mm throttle body

The FE 350 features an all-new 42 mm Keihin throttle body. The injector position is revised and placed to ensure the most efficient flow of fuel into the combustion chamber. Additionally, the throttle cable is mounted directly without a throttle linkage providing more immediate throttle response and feeling while also saving 100g.

• Engine management system

The Keihin EMS is specifically designed to be smaller, lighter and faster at processing data. Together with the Keihin throttle body, the system provides quick and reliable data calculation ensuring the best performance is delivered in every condition.

• Gear position sensor

The FE 350 features a new 6-speed gearbox with specific wide-range enduro type gearing. The shifting fork now employs a special low friction coating to ensure smooth and precise shifting. A new gear sensor allows the EMS to deliver the optimal power delivery by selecting a specific engine map tailored for each gear.

• Electric starter

A standard electric starter guarantees easy starting. The FE 350 is fitted with a new starter motor made by Mitsuba and is combined with a new Li-Ion battery saving 1 kg over the previous conventional battery.

• Chromoly steel frame

While keeping the same successful geometry from MY 16, the hydro-formed, laser-cut and robot-welded frame is expertly crafted by WP Performance Systems. The 6mm wider and 2 mm lower steel tubes offer 20% higher torsional rigidity while longitudinal stiffness is reduced by 30%. The increased torsional rigidity improves stability and agility while reducing the longitudinal stiffness creates increased flexibility for better bump absorption and suspension functionality. The new frame weighs only 8.8 kg making it 0.6 kg lighter than its predecessor.

• Composite carbon fibre subframe

The composite subframe is a design unique to Husqvarna motorcycles showcasing pioneering technology and innovation. This 3 piece component is made up of 30% carbon fibre making it remarkably light (1.4 kg) saving 1 kg over the previous design. Specific care is taken to create a calculated rigidity for optimal handling and rider ergonomics.

• Magura hydraulic clutch

The FE 350 now features a new Magura hydraulic clutch system . The high quality German-made clutch system guarantees perfect modulation of the clutch in every condition. This means that the play is constantly compensated so that the pressure point and the function of the clutch remain identical in cold or hot conditions and over time. The Magura clutch also features even wear characteristics and is nearly maintenance-free.