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explains this phenomenon. In the big picture, however, it really doesn't dampen the fun factor one bit when it comes to riding the TE300i, at least it didn't for me. It might, however, for some. Suspension is cushy. I loved it, but, then again, I'm barely pushing 165 pounds dripping wet. So, it feels as though Husky tuned the TE's suspension especially for me right from the factory. I'm guessing heavier riders will probably think the TE's suspension is perhaps a little soft for aggressive, or high-speed, riding. But no one should be surprised by this; after all, the "E" in TE stands for enduro which is another word for tight, rooted and slow-going terrain, which this motorcycle is all about (as is the easy-to-control motor). Want something designed for higher speeds on wider-open trails and be able to with- stand harder hits and larger whoops without bot- toming? Then the TX might be more your style. However, with my weight, I wouldn't hesitate at all to race the TE in an enduro or even in a more open desert scrambles-type race, as is. Power is not an issue. Again, it has plenty. The TE300i also feels very light and agile on the trail. Fully loaded, the TE300i weighs well over 230 pounds, but it feels way lighter. There are many things about the TE300i that makes living with it that much easier, such as its hassle-free oil injection system. Having lights means not having to hurry back to camp just be- cause the sun sets. Plus, EFI means improved fuel range, and the translucent gas tank means you always know exactly how much fuel is avail- able at a quick glance. The downside? The list is short. There's no engine cooling fan, and the lack of a kickstart lever might make some feel a little nervous while far from home, and the TE300i carries a rather hefty price tag. Yes, $10,299 is a lot of money for a dirt bike, but this bike is oozing with tech- nology, so it's not like you're not getting anything for the money. Overall, the TE300i is a grade-A trail bike that doesn't get much better. It's an easy mo- P 90 QUICKSPIN I 2021 HUSQVARNA TE 300i 2021 HUSQVARNA TE300I ($10,299) ENGINE 2-stroke, single DISPLACEMENT 293.2cc COOLING SYSTEM Liquid BORE X STROKE 72 x 72mm FUELING SYSTEM TPI, Dellorto 39mm throttle body STARTING SYSTEM Electric, push button EXHAUST CONTROL Adjustable TVC TRANSMISSION 6-speed CHAIN X-Ring CLUTCH Wet, DDS, Magura hydraulics LUBRICATION SYSTEM Oil injection FRAME Steel, composite carbon fiber subframe FRONT SUSPENSION WP Xplor 48, fully adjustable REAR SUSPENSION WP Xplor, single shock, linkage, fully adjustable BRAKES Magura w/GSK wave discs HANDLEBARS ProTaper, aluminum SEAT HEIGHT 37.4 in. GROUND CLEARANCE 14.2 in. FUEL CAPACITY 2.3 gal. WEIGHT (DRY, CLAIMED) 234.1 lbs. SPECIFICATIONS torcycle to ride that can be ridden at both casual and steamy paces comfortably. And, as we said earlier, the TE300i is chomping at the bit to go racing. The uglier the race, or trail, however, the prettier the TE300i looks. CN