this was by far my favorite bike at the VVMC rally. Dont get me wrong, there were some amazing bikes there, this one just really blew me away. First of all I can honestly say I've never seen another one, and I couldn't believe the craftsmanship in it. But it was a beautiful, and purposeful machine. I want one.
from Wikipedia:
As with many motorcycle manufacturers, Husqvarna first began producing bicycles in the late 19th century. In 1903, they made the jump to motorcycle manufacturing. In 1920, Husqvarna established its own engine factory and the first engine to be designed was a 550 cc four-stroke 50-degree side-valve V-twin engine, similar to those made by companies like Harley-Davidson and Indian. Although they once made motorcycles for street use, and raced at road circuits such as the Isle of Man TT prior to World War II, they are more well known for producing world championship winning motocross and enduro bikes. In the 1960s, their lightweight, two-stroke engined off-road bikes helped make the once dominant British four-stroke motorcycles obsolete. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s they were a dominant force in the motocross world, winning 14 Motocross world championships in the 125 cc, 250 cc and 500 cc divisions and 24 enduro world championships.
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The Husky V twin a very impressive machine. Yoshi and team restored this racing example a few years ago. There is a street bike in my neighborhood. I'll put some pics on my site later in the week.
this is one of the coolest bikes ever....ive looked at photos of this model husky for like 20 years and its right there with the aj pork and manxman and others...so beautiful..nice post dan ...dont see shots of one up close very often....and never one in person in australia...thanks
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