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« on: July 16, 2012, 04:41:24 AM »
Next to the more forward-thinking F800-based Nuda model, Husky has unveiled for this year two more models with engines sourced from a BMW.  One is a supermoto, one is dual sport - TR650 Strada and TR650 Terra.  Both use the G650GS single cylinder engine. The main question - will BMW/Husky bring these ashore to the US, unlike the Nuda?

http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/husky-concept-transformed-into-two-production-models/21012.html
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« Reply #2 on: July 16, 2012, 05:26:38 AM »
Awful.

BMW will ruin the Husky name.
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« Reply #3 on: July 16, 2012, 05:30:36 AM »
Quote from: Cablebandit on July 16, 2012, 05:26:38 AM

Awful.

BMW will ruin the Husky name.


 Headscratch  BMW is already helping Husky by expanding their dealer network.  I don't follow why you are dismissing this venture or these bikes.  
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« Reply #4 on: July 16, 2012, 06:15:18 AM »
+1.

Not to mention that these bikes make a little more HP and weigh less the the BMWs with the same engine. It looks like Husky is getting the better end of the deal here.
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« Reply #5 on: July 16, 2012, 08:15:51 AM »
Quote from: Rincewind on July 16, 2012, 04:41:24 AM
The main question - will BMW/Husky bring these ashore to the US, unlike the Nuda?


Cycle World says yes and that they could be in US showrooms by fall.
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« Reply #6 on: July 16, 2012, 10:15:54 AM »
Quote from: Cablebandit on July 16, 2012, 05:26:38 AM

Awful.

BMW will ruin the Husky name.


Agreed
That 650 motor/trans is a shit box compared to the 610/630 for DualSport use.
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« Reply #7 on: July 16, 2012, 10:23:57 AM »
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Agreed
That 650 motor/trans is a shit box compared to the 610/630 for DualSport use.



I'm pretty sure you're missing the point.  The new bikes are in addition to the same husky lines as always.  The new Husky/BMW 650 is more of a competitor to a KLR 650 than, say, the KTM 630.
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« Reply #8 on: July 16, 2012, 12:23:03 PM »
Quote from: miles on July 16, 2012, 10:23:57 AM




I'm pretty sure you're missing the point.  The new bikes are in addition to the same husky lines as always.  The new Husky/BMW 650 is more of a competitor to a KLR 650 than, say, the KTM 630.


Tell that to the TE610/630 which are now gone.  These crap boxes are meant to replace them.
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« Reply #9 on: August 28, 2012, 05:59:32 PM »
Quote from: Cablebandit on July 16, 2012, 12:23:03 PM



Tell that to the TE610/630 which are now gone.  These crap boxes are meant to replace them.


I believe this to be a true statement. There's absolutely zero to comapre between the two. The TE & SM 610/630 has been widly popular.
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