1. Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

1981 CR 430 restoration

Discussion in 'Vintage Restoration Projects' started by Mike 1, Oct 8, 2012.

  1. Mike 1 Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1981 cr430
    Other Motorcycles:
    BMW800Gs 1984 yz 125 honda CRF250
    Good afternoon all
    I recently completed this 1981 CR430 . It took about a year and many , many hours of labor not to mention the learnings . I bought the bike from a gent who was intending to restore it, he stripped it and I eventually collected it in five boxes. The before photo was when the gent prior to be recieved it. I would just like to thank HVA-Factory in UK. Husky parts in USA and vintaeg iron in usa for the exhaust system, as well as electrex works in UK for ignition syste.
    I rebuilt the motor totally, new bearings , conrod big end piston etc. All shocks rebuilt. Frame powde coated , these are original rims that a water paperd down and had annodised. Original spokes that were replated. Still has 17" rear wheel.
    All my parts were sourced abroad as I am based in South Africa. Our VMX scene is growing steadily and is the most fun I have ever had with regards to motocross.

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  2. visiteur1948 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    france Europe
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    husqvarna only
  3. Mike 1 Husqvarna
    A Class

    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    1981 cr430
    Other Motorcycles:
    BMW800Gs 1984 yz 125 honda CRF250
  4. Picklito Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Washington
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    430, 430, 430, ,400, 175
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM250xc, KTM500mx, KTM440exc
    Wow, that's a good save!