I did not know the stock 449 or 511 bikes had traction control.
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James Patton
Husqvarna
AA Class
It don't, but the CTS seems as though it does.
Tinken
Husqvarna
Pro Class
Coaxial - Traction - System - C.T.S. is the traction control system on a 449/511.
On a normal motorcycle (non-CTS), when accelerating, the swing arm lifts and squats the motorcycle down in the rear. On the 449, upon acceleration, the swing arm is forced downward, actually lifting the motorcycle rear end and forcing the rear tire to gain control and traction. Normally when traction is lost, letting off the throttle will allow the wheel to regain traction. On the 449, more throttle allows a regain in traction. The 449 is a magnificent hill climber, feels like magical traction all the way up.
On a normal motorcycle (non-CTS), when accelerating, the swing arm lifts and squats the motorcycle down in the rear. On the 449, upon acceleration, the swing arm is forced downward, actually lifting the motorcycle rear end and forcing the rear tire to gain control and traction. Normally when traction is lost, letting off the throttle will allow the wheel to regain traction. On the 449, more throttle allows a regain in traction. The 449 is a magnificent hill climber, feels like magical traction all the way up.
Too bad this awesome technology will be lost when they become white and red KTMs.
McKay
Husqvarna
AA Class
These are not really upgrades in my eye, they were REQUIRED to make the bike run correctly.
Tinken
Husqvarna
Pro Class
While I agree that the ecu upgrade may be required (Radar would disagree here), the combination with a stock exhaust will make the 449 run correctly and is all that is needed to produce a great running motorcycle. But an aftermarket exhaust, tuner or ecu replacement with a pcv or baazaz are really upgrades from stock which will yield far more power and add utility, but are not required.
Speaking of upgrades, how's that beta working out for you?
So they are Service Packs in Microsoft parlance
I am using upgrade in the IT sense in which any improvement of the base delivered product is an upgrade, whether or not that was simply to address an original deficiency or an enhancement or additional feature.
And I rode mine for several months as delivered from the dealer before I made any changes. It had deficiencies but it was certainly rideable.
batterup
Husqvarna
B Class
I test drove the 449 and really liked the way the bike rode. I got the bike for 5100 with only 350 miles. It already says race map II on the dash. Its all stock. I am going to do an oil change this weekend. What oil type should I use? Also The bike idle seems rather high. Is this normal, should i lower it? Any other tips for this 1st time husky owner.
Tinken
Husqvarna
Pro Class
There's lots of great oil choices that will allow you to get the most out of your new 449. I recommend Mobil 1 0w40 or Shell Rotella T6 5w40. If you are an Amsoil connoisseur, use their 0w40.
http://www.cafehusky.com/threads/what-kind-of-oil-should-i-use.31911/
http://www.cafehusky.com/threads/what-kind-of-oil-should-i-use.31911/
A high idle is normal. Even though I got one of the magic 2011 bikes that actually runs good, I'm taking off my ecu and having Tinken work his magic on it with a map upgrade, I suggest you do the same.
At $40 its easily the best bang for your buck upgrade.
At $40 its easily the best bang for your buck upgrade.
Tinken
Husqvarna
Pro Class
You didn't like windows xp, so you bought a Mac? You could just upgrade your ecu, but it might make your Mac feel inferiorWhat started out as Windows ME became Windows XP after the tuner was installed...
The high idle may be a band aid to reduce flame outs, too. At this point the ECU update to the #3 maps is looking like the best path for most to optimize the bike.
Tinken
Husqvarna
Pro Class
Map set #3 is more than just a fix for lower idle, popping and flame outs. It's a brand new fuel map curve and is going to change the entire power delivery to your 449/511. You will see gains off the bottom and afterburners on the top.