Images and details of the new 125cc 4 stroke Supermoto and trail bikes have been released - these are not competition bikes but 'learner legal' to comply with European legislation for restricted license holders or 'learners' as we call them in the UK. Press release: The TE125 and SMS4 are the new four stroke 125 cc models from Husqvarna, aimed at young fans of the brand: the TE 125 for those that prefer the off road look, the SMS4 for a touch of Supermoto style and speed in urban traffic. Both inherit a look that is particularly aggressive and appealing, reflecting the style of the race bikes used in World Championship competition by the official Husqvarna team. The chassis of the two new models is a monobeam in Cr-Mo steel with a circular cross section and rear seat rail, also in steel. The engine is single-cylinder, 4 valve, four stroke, with an actual capacity of 124.45 cc, offering a 6 speed gearbox and liquid cooling. For added convenience both bikes are fitted with electric start as standard. The colours available are racing red for the TE and white for the SMS4. All graphics are incorporated into the bodywork using the innovative ‘in-mould plastic decoration’ (IPD) system. Using techniques learnt from building championship winning competition bikes, Husqvarna engineers have worked hard to keep the weight of the two new models as low as possible, with both bikes having a kerb weight (exc. fuel) of just 117kgs. This makes both new bikes particularly manageable and easy to handle in every situation. With a maximum power of 11KW (15 HP), these new Husqvarna 125 cc models are UK ‘learner legal’ and join the existing two stroke SMS125 and WRE125 learner legal bikes to complete the Husqvarna range. The new Husqvarna TE125 and SMS4 will be available from Husqvarna dealerships from late June. The Engine The single overhead camshaft (SOHC) 4-stroke, liquid-cooled 124.45 cc engine is the same for both versions, TE and SMS4. Cylinder bore and stroke are 52 mm x 58.6 mm, with a compression ratio of 11.2:1. Both versions have a 6 speed transmission, but with different final drive ratios for the two models, to optimise performance in all conditions - urban traffic or dirt track. The 125 cc engine ensures good fuel economy and reduced emissions, being compliant with Euro 3 emissions regulations. Fuelling is taken care of by a Keihin 29 mm carburettor, with ignition being electronic. The lubrication is wet sump with claw pump and cartridge filter. To ensure optimum response and power adequate to requirements, the exhaust system has been specially designed for the two different versions. Mechanical Features Both of the new Husqvarna 4T models are obviously "miniature" big bikes. The attention to detail and excellent quality of construction in all mechanical parts ensure that these two "new entries" to the highly competitive 125 cc market are close in design and aesthetics to the bigger bikes made by the original Swedish manufacturer with over 100 years of experience. In fact, with their chassis size and design values, the TE125 and SMS4 could easily pass for the race bikes of Antoine Meo and Adrien Chareyre. Just like the Husqvarna professional racing bikes, the tank and seat have been designed for maximum mobility and comfort: the rider can rapidly move forwards or backwards to cope with different road conditions or riding techniques. The position of the handlebars and the distance between seat and footrests have also been designed to ensure rider comfort and improve overall handling of the bike. The front forks have a diameter of 40 mm with 260 mm of effective travel. The rear suspension is a single shock absorber, with adjustable spring preload offering 282mm of travel on the SMS4 and 290mm on the TE125. Safety: the front brakes are floating calliper double piston with a disc diameter of 260 mm, the rear brakes are also floating calliper, with disc diameter 220 mm. The wheels are made of light alloy, with 17 inch hubs in the Supermoto version, allowing the use of a 140 section rear tyre which is perfectly adapted to the chassis and gives the SMS4 the look of a big motorbike, with great cornering performance. The TE125 trail bike has the full size 21" front / 18" rear wheels, just like the racing Husqvarnas allowing a wide choice of tyres. The compact digital instrument panel completes the series design of the new Husqvarna four stroke models. The LCD display, in addition to the speedometer, can show rev counter, indicators, lights, odometer (total and partial), driving time and clock. Principal Features – SMS4 and TE125 • Single cylinder engine, SOHC, 4 valves, 4 stroke, liquid-cooled, 124.45 cc • Electric start • Maximum power 11kW (15HP) at 9000 rev/min • Maximum torque 12,1Nm at 8000 rev/min • Six speed gearbox • Rated Euro 3 emissions compliant • Steel chassis • Long travel suspension • Multilink rear suspension with adjustable preload mono shock absorber • Instrument panel complete with LCD display • Bodywork graphics with in-mould plastic decoration • Floating calliper disc brakes • Wheels: 21" and 18" for the Trail version and 17" for the SMS4 • Saddle height 900 mm for the Supermoto version, 930 mm for the Trail • Rear tyre 140 mm for the Supermoto version • Colours available: white/red for the TE, white for the SMS4 Dave
I wonder if NA will be getting them? The biggest problem I see is that the seat height is WAY too tall for a learner bike. 930mm? Thats full size bike height. If it was 850-870mm max then Husky would have a winner.
I agree Husky needs beginner bikes to get the whole family riding them like the Honda commercials. I am ready to get my grandson's a 50, 65, and 85 NOW! A lowered 125 would take sales from the Yam 125 that the mom's like so much. Come on Husky.
Yeah I looked at the seat height too with the same thought but the TE125 is actually the same height as the equivalent Yamaha WR125R - the SM version is 20mm lower than the Yam WR125X SM version too. Both bikes a lot lighter than the Yams... Dave
Interesting... I've been trying to decide on a small bike to buy for my wife (who's never ridden), but considering the seat height, and the weight (117kg? Ouch!) I think we'll be looking for a KLX140L. It's a lower seat height (over 5 inches) and a huge savings in weight at about 95kg.
Ahh, the good old learner laws. Speaking as an ex-kid, forcing teenagers to ride four-strokes is a bit (to me) like telling five-year-olds that there's no Santa Claus. 117kg is pretty porky, but the bikes look nice and solid. If kids can't have speed, then they'll settle for bikes that look grown-up - notice that they don't have "125" writ large all over 'em. Pretty aggressive looking tyres on the TE - I wonder how it'll handle on the muddy stuff.
The 117kg weight is actually pretty good compared to the direct competition. The WR125R Yam weighs in at 133kgs according to the Yamaha UK site, whilst the Derbi Senda 125 is 124kgs... It does seem a lot compared to TE250 for example but it seems to be light for the class. Dave
Very good point. The seat would be to high for my wife to learn on, this is why I must settle with the TTR125. Cool bike though. A 125 four stroke would be great for a teenage boy looking to learn on.
http://www.minarelli.com/pdfeng/wr125.pdf here is the 125cc 4 stroke liquid cooled motor source. a beautiful little jewel.
this great little motor is used in the Fantic 125 as well. http://www.fanticmotor.it/prodotti/125_h2o_racing/ Fantic racing full power edition claims 21hp
If it was smaller in hight i would get rid of my wifes XT225 it would be nice to have another Husky in the shed. But then again, it wont make it to OZ
Oh yeah - if I was 17 again (and not broke like the first time round...) The chains look a bit tight though. That'll be the ad-men, I guess.
Not street legal but if my wife wanted to ride more she would be a on a massively lowered WR125 with a cut seat. This looks like a good bike to start moving the line downward into these classes. Good job husky.
