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Husqvarna claim the changes steer the 701 away from KTM’s ‘ready to race’ mantra and make it more accessible, comfortable and enjoyable for the everyday rider. And Husqvarna have succeeded in their aim. By softening the suspension and making the throttle more predictable, the Supermoto has become more usable, which in turn makes it more fun. It’s the ultimate big boy’s toy. The Husky inherits the same impressive spec including a four-piston Brembo caliper up front. ktm bikes for sale in bangaloreApply the brakes with the merest stroke of a finger and the mighty Brembo caliper halts with precision, but despite its long travel the front fork does a commendable job of stiffening under hard braking. bridgestone motorcycle tire selectorThe brakes are assisted by the latest Bosch 9.1 MP ABS, which can be disabled completely via a button on the dash. husqvarna motorcycle dealers in colorado

The forks are essentially the same with different shimming to give a softer initial stroke, making it plusher and more progressive. Head for a twisty B-roads and this bike really comes to life. The fat forks, which look like two mighty Roman pillars, soak up imperfections and are firm yet plush.  And the bodywork has been altered for comfort, with rubber-mounted handlebars, a more comfortable seat, and there’s an extra litre of fuel, taking the tank up to 13 litres.bmw r90s motorcycle sale It’s the same potent 690cc single-cylinder motor pumping out 67bhp and 50ftlb. harley davidson for sale jacksonville ncThe Husky gets three fuel maps: soft, advanced and standard (there’s also an A2-licence option). motorcycles for sale craigslist rochester new york

The maps are smoother and less aggressive than the 690’s with a less snappy throttle response. Wrap your fingers round the throttle, tighten your knees on the grippy fairings and wind on the throttle – it’s impossible not to grin. The torquey engine is urgent and borderline brutal in such a lightweight chassis. It manically propels you forward, seemingly topping a ton in an instant. The 701 comes with sweet finishing touches such as LED lights and smart branding. vespa for sale bermudaIt’s cleverly thought out, the build quality looks spot on and overall it’s impressive. This is no everyday bike, it’s an impractical, yet excessively exciting toy, and I love it. It’s a slightly softer option than the KTM, but with the same power and torque. So for the same £7999 price as the KTM you get all the rip-roaring, shoulder-tugging fun, except it’s easier to ride and handle, with a bigger fuel tank and the Husqvarna badge.

The 701 has swish extras such as a slipper clutch, supermoto ABS and an endo sensor (to stop it flipping.  The clever supermoto/enduro ABS comes in the form of an accessory plug-in dongle that disables the rear wheel ABS while keeping it active on the front if you fancy drifting on or off-road.It’s Husqvarna’s proud boast that the firm is one of motorcycling’s oldest, having been founded in Sweden in 1903, the same year as Harley-Davidson. The traditionally off-road-biased brand is also one of the most widely travelled, having been based in Italy until almost three years ago, when KTM bought the company and moved production to its factory in Austria. The 701 Enduro and closely related 701 Supermoto are the first new streetbikes to emerge under KTM’s control. The group’s boss Stefan Pierer sees “Husky” as a less aggressive cousin; its traditional white, yellow and blue bikes a more rounded alternative to the racy, orange-liveried KTMs. In time Husqvarna will gain an identity through distinct models, some of which have already been revealed in prototype form.

But beneath the paintwork the differences are initially minimal because the 701 duo share most components with KTM’s 690 Enduro R and SMC R, including the liquid-cooled, 690cc single-cylinder engine. Most chassis parts are also shared but the 701 Enduro uses different suspension to its donor KTM: the WP forks and shock have travel increased from 250 to 275mm to improve comfort. Other changes include a new fuel map intended to give smoother delivery, and a slightly larger, 13-litre fuel tank, which like the KTM’s is located under the seat. That seat is very tall at 910mm, so shorter riders will struggle to climb aboard. But the suspension compresses to allow at least one boot on the ground, and the Enduro is sufficiently slim and light (at 145kg) to be very manageable on the move. In this it’s helped by the engine, which pulls crisply from low revs with little of the traditional big single’s low-rev roughness. Roadgoing performance is adequate, although limited by the Enduro’s unashamed off-road bias.

The riding position is upright and roomy; the 66bhp motor gives brisk acceleration towards a top speed of about 100mph. But the engine’s short gearing means it’s revving quite hard by 70mph, and at speed the vibration through the thin seat and metal footrests becomes irritating. That long-travel suspension, welcome when encountering urban potholes, gives a slightly vague feel in bends, where the slim, dirt-friendly Continental tyres lack the grip of pure roadgoing rubber. Those drawbacks become strengths off-road, where the Enduro’s light weight and smooth power delivery make even more sense, as the bike glides effortlessly over bumps, its suspension supremely well damped and its tyres finding grip on rutted trails made muddy by torrential rain. Even the Brembo disc brakes’ ABS system works well enough that all but expert off-road riders will find it useful.   Photo: MARCO CAMPELLI Like most serious dual-purpose bikes the Enduro is spartan, with simple switchgear, and a small instrument panel with no fuel gauge or rev-counter.

But Husqvarna is developing a screen and accessory fuel tank that will increase range from about 150 to over 200 miles, giving a useful advantage over the 690 Enduro R. For roadgoing use there are plenty of quicker and more comfortable adventure bikes for a lower price than the 701 Enduro’s £7,999, which is £200 more than its KTM equivalent. But for riders who demand serious off-road performance and want all-round ability too, the 701 is an appealing machine as well as a sign that reborn Husqvarna has an exciting future. 701 Supermoto Husqvarna’s 701 Supermoto is powered by the same 67bhp single-cylinder engine as the 701 Enduro, and shares parts including its suspension with KTM’s 690 SMC R. Compared with the Enduro it has wider, 17in wheels wearing smoother street tyres, and an uprated front brake with larger disc and four-piston Brembo caliper. Those changes and the slightly reduced suspension travel make it a more agile, sweeter-handling and harder-stopping roadster. It’s also more comfortable at speed, due to taller gearing and the footrests’ rubber inserts.

Its exposed riding position and slim seat mean it’s uncompromisingly sporty but for sensible-speed thrills on road or track it’s a rival for the SMC R, at an identical £7,999 price. THE FACTS Husqvarna 701 Enduro TESTED 690cc four-stroke single, six-speed transmission PRICE/ON SALE £7,999/now POWER/TORQUE 66bhp @ 7,500rpm/50lb ft @ 6,000rpm TOP SPEED 110mph (estimated) RANGE 130 miles @ 60mpg (estimated) VERDICT Badge-engineered dual-purpose single that blends off-road excellence with respectable roadgoing performance but offers few advantages over its slightly cheaper KTM equivalent TELEGRAPH RATING Three out of five stars THE RIVALS CCM 450 Adventure, £7,995 The CCM’s 450cc engine makes 40bhp so the British-built single lacks roadgoing performance at this price but its light, aluminium-framed chassis works superbly off-road. KTM 690 Enduro R, £7,799 Identical to the 701 Enduro in most respects including its 66bhp engine, the KTM offers a slightly lower fuel capacity and shorter suspension travel, at a price that is £200 cheaper.