Husaberg - 2004

For 2004 Husaberg are releasing three variants of the 450cc model. An improved FE450 along with a new motocross FC450 and also for the first time a 450cc Supermoto machine debuts dubbed the FX450. Specifications for all three models are included lower down on this page.

Engine and Chassis changes across the Husaberg range for 2004 include;

Optimized cylinder head, carburettor flange directly integrated into the casting meld
Valves: Modified rocker arms and rocker arm roller bearings > more reliability and extension of service intervals
Modified auto deco > optimized starting of the engine
Keihin carburettor
Clutch with less weight
Split clutch cover > makes it possible to change the clutch easier and faster
Weight reduced clutch basket
Modified kick-start shaft
Kokusan ignition and TPS (throttle position sensor)
Ignition- and clutch cover made of magnesium
Weight reduced crankcase
Gearshift lever made of forged aluminium
Reinforced gear selector for more exact shifting
Modular cable wire
Stronger battery but same size
Frame: reinforced swingarm area, modification of several gussets
Swingarm with new chain guide
Changed progression rate for the rear shock on all Enduro and Motocross bikes
Steering tube made of aluminium (7075) instead of steel
The Supermoto models score a Beringer 6-piston caliper

Changes to the decals on the machines have been made for 2004 but the same blue/yellow main colours remain. First shipments of the 2004 models are expected to arrive in September, 2003.

FE 450 - The Enduro Variant

Engine liquid cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke engine
Displacement 449,25 cc
Bore x stroke 100 x 57,20
Compression ratio 12,7:1
Valve gear 4 valves / OHC, rocker arms with rollers
Engine lubrication pressure circulation trochoid oil pump
Filter system micro filter, flushable oil seen, magnetic screw
Starter electrical starter / kick-starter
Decompression fully automatic / manual
Ignition Kokusan digital
Battery Yuasa YTZ 7S
Carburettor Keihin MX FCR 39
Exhaust system 2-into-1, twin manifold / nickel-plated, aluminium rear muffler
Fuel unleaded premium-grade gasoline (RON 95)
Transmission 6-speed
Clutch wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Primary drive 29:78
Secondary drive DID X-ring chain 14:48
Frame 25CrMo4 tempered
Handlebar Magura aluminium, conified
Front suspension WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Enduro
Rear suspension WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Enduro
Front/rear suspension travel 295mm / 320mm
Front brake Brembo two-piston floating caliper, 260mm stainless steel
Rear brake Brembo single-piston floating caliper, 220mm stainless steel
Front rim EXCEL 1,60x21"
Rear rim EXCEL 2.15x18"
Front/rear tyre 90/90-21" / 140/80-18"
Wheelbase 1490 mm
Seat height/Ground clearance 930mm / 380mm
Tank capacity 9 litres
Dry weight 109 kg

Engine liquid cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke engine
Displacement 449,25 cc
Bore x stroke 100 x 57,20
Compression ratio 12,7:1
Valve gear 4 valves/OHC, rocker arms with rollers
Engine lubrication pressure circulation trochoid oil pump
Filter system micro filter, flushable oil seen, magnetic screw
Starter kick-starter
Decompression fully automatic/manual
Ignition Kokusan digital
Battery no
Carburettor Keihin MX FCR 41
Exhaust system 2-into-1, twin manifold/nickel-plated, aluminium rear muffler
Fuel unleaded premium-grade gasoline (RON 95)
Transmission 4-speed
Clutch wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Primary drive 29:78
Secondary drive DID X-ring chain 13:48
Frame 25CrMo4 tempered
Handlebar Magura aluminium, conified
Front suspension WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Motocross
Rear suspension WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Motocross
Front/rear suspension travel 295mm/320mm
Front brake Brembo two-piston floating caliper, 260mm stainless steel
Rear brake Brembo single-piston floating caliper, 220mm stainless steel
Front rim EXCEL 1,60x21"
Rear rim EXCEL 2.15x19"
Front/rear tire 80/100-21" / 110/100-19"
Wheelbase 1490 mm
Seat height/Ground clearance 930mm / 380mm
Tank capacity 9 litres
Dry weight 103 kg

Engine liquid cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke engine
Displacement 449,25 cc
Bore x stroke 100 x 57,20
Compression ratio 12,7:1
Valve gear 4 valves / OHC, rocker arms with rollers
Engine lubrication pressure circulation trochoid oil pump
Filter system micro filter, flushable oil seen, magnetic screw
Starter electrical starter / kick-starter
Decompression fully automatic / manual
Ignition Kokusan digital
Battery Yuasa YTZ 7S
Carburettor Keihin MX FCR 39
Exhaust system 2-into-1, twin manifold / nickel-plated, aluminium rear muffler
Fuel unleaded premium-grade gasoline (RON 95)
Transmission 6-speed
Clutch wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Primary drive 29:78
Secondary drive DID X-ring chain 15:42
Frame 25CrMo4 tempered
Handlebar Magura aluminium, conified
Front suspension WP MXMA 4860-Husaberg Supermotard
Rear suspension WP PDS 5018-Husaberg Supermotard
Front/rear suspension travel 260mm / 287mm
Front brake Beringer 6 piston caliper, 310mm
Rear brake Brembo single-piston floating caliper, 220mm stainless steel
Front rim Behr 3,50x17"
Rear rim Behr 4,25x17"
Front/rear tire 120/60-17" / 150/60-17"
Wheelbase 1490 mm
Seat height/Ground clearance 870mm / 320mm
Tank capacity 9 litres
Dry weight 112 kg