After unveiling its range of motocross and Enduro bikes at the Intermot in Cologne, Husqvarna comes to Milan to present for the first time a completely revamped supermotard range.
The SMR 511 is completely new, developed on the basis of the Enduro and motocross models. This bike is more than ready for competition but also suitable for daily commuting; thanks to the ease of handling, manoeuvrability and engine response.
The SM 630 has two new colour schemes. The dual purpose versions TE 630 have also been modified in some respects and have new colour schemes in line with the graphics for the 2011 racing models.
Competition bikes - following Antoine Meo delivering Husqvarna with their 78th world title by winning the E1 Enduro World Championship, Husqvarna celebrated by offering real fans the TE 250 Meo replica, a version of the bike that has stolen so many laurels, available in a limited edition of just 100 bikes worldwide. A real treat for a select few.
The CR 65 widens Husqvarna's range of minicross bikes. It is a true competition motorbike, joining the CR 50 model, and shares the futuristic design appearance with the new 449/511 series, with a layout that is in the avant-garde of off-road.
Finally, the real revelation from Husqvarna at the Milan Salone: the Mille3.
The concept study Mille3 demonstrates Husqvarna's ability to design with highly diverse technical solutions, creating a dynamic and seductive contrast.
It is an alloy of emotion, curiosity and anti-conformism, moulded in an original form. A bike that is complete, but stripped down, elegant but slightly threatening. An explosive mix that appeals to all the senses and sets a new benchmark for future Husqvarna bikes.
CONCEPT STUDIO HUSQVARNA “MILLE3”
Emotion is irrational, curiosity is a gift, and anti-conformism is innate.
With the concept study "Mille3", Husqvarna has given form to its vision of biking, diverse and – it goes without saying - innovative.
It is a combination of emotion, curiosity and anti-conformism, moulded in an original form. A bike that is complete, but stripped down; elegant, but slightly threatening. An explosive mixture that appeals to all the senses and sets a new benchmark for future Husqvarna bikes.
THE IDEA
The concept study "Mille3" demonstrates Husqvarna's ability to design with highly diverse technical solutions, creating a dynamic and seductive contrast.
The lines are flowing, the breaks decisive, the shape is streamlined. The vaguely retro rear blends effortlessly into the sculpted side panels. The overall look reinterprets and evolves the stylistic features and architecture typical of Husqvarna design.
The engine, the technological heart of the project, is set in the bodywork, like a jewel in a ring. The exuberant 3-cylinder V engine is 933cc with fuel injection; the cylinder and head are taken from the latest Husqvarna off-road models. Thanks to the unusual layout of separate cooling systems, the engine gives the impression of being a single cylinder.
The steel chassis brings back the classic Husqvarna central "tubone" design, a single-piece tubular form. The double rear beam with aluminium stays is fitted to the outside of the chassis uprights.
Like most custom built and cruiser bikes, the "Mille3" flaunts its size: its wheelbase is long and the seat extremely low. However, the high performance brakes, adjustable suspension and powerful twin exhaust make it a top class sports bike. The rearward position of the footrests and the off-road handlebars make the driving posture energetic and aggressive.
All in all, it is a winning combination of style and technology that amply expresses the project philosophy: whatever is not functional is superfluous and discarded.
This is Husqvarna: seeing, thinking and designing outside the box, creatively and with courage.