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Cycle News 2000 09 13

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2001 H usq va r nas (l1jlhe 2001 Husqvarnas feature many cha nges . All of the Husky models ( 11 in all) , including the CR125 (above) have re-engineered frames to increase rigidity," I _ ~ _ quicken steering response and im prove ergonomics. The frames have also be en treated with catephoresis, an electro -chemical undercoating and pa inting process that results in a powdercoat-Iike finish. T he two-stroke models also feature updated rear suspensions, via a longer and stronger swingarm and new linkages with revised progression curves . The Sachs shock has also upgraded. The four-strokes get the new shock and linkages, as well as a larger swingarm pivot axle. Many changes have been made to both the two -stroke and four -stroke motors. The CR125 and WR125 have an exhaust port with a new shape for increased performance and reduced piston -ring wear. The new cylinder on the CR250 and WR250 also has a new HTS power-valv e system. On e of the ma in features of th e new four-strok e motors is a lighter crankshaft for quicker revs. Here is the suggest ed retail pricing for the 2001 Husq varnas. Motocross two-strokes - CR125 $4999 and CR250 $5679; Motocross four -strokes - TC570 $TBA: Enduro/C ross Country tw o-strokes - WR125 $5098, WR250 $5779 and WR369 $5799; Enduro/C ross Coun , try four-strokes - TE400 and TE570 $TBA; Mini.Motocross two -strokes - CR50 Husky Boy $1 199 , CR50J Junior $1899. and CR50S Senior $1999 . n e _ 50 • S EPTEMBER 13, 2 0 0 0 47

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