250-500cc Husqvarna 360 The update thread

[Skyldig]

Oldschool warning

Since I'm a 360-addict I'd like to dedicate this thread to this almighty brutal beast. I read there was this huge thread over at TT but it seems to have been deleted. Too bad, I really love these bikes and I'd like to know more about them. Feel free to contribute and correct any faults. I have left out decals because I guess they are redesigned every year.

1992
WR/WXE 360 watercooled is introduced
Dellorto 37mm
Nissin brakes
Showa rear shock and Showa 45mm USD fork with 285mm travel
Dry weight: 103kg
Wheelbase: 1480mm
Tank: 8.3 litres

1993
New pipe
Swing updated with smoother shapes
Dry weight:
Wheelbase: 1470mm

1994
Dry weight:
Wheelbase:

1995
Showa USD 43mm
Brembo brakes
New gas tank 8 litres
Dry weight:
Wheelbase:

1996
45 mm Marzocchi Magnum Conventional fork
Dry weight:
Wheelbase:

1997
50 mm Marzocchi Magnum front fork
New tank, 11.5 litres
Dry weight: 101Kg
Wheelbase:

1998
Plastic re-designed
New gas tank 12 litres
Dry weight:103.8Kg
Wheelbase:

1999

Revised cylinder ports
Upside down fork
Dry weight:104Kg
Wheelbase:

2000
Marzocchi USD 45 mm
Rear Suspension SACHS
All plastics re-designed, digital instrument
Tank 11 litres
Dry weight:
Wheelbase:

2001
Dry weight:
Wheelbase:

2002

Decomp head?
New pipe
Lighter hubs and spokes
adjustable fore and aft setting on the bar mounts
New front brake set-up
Smaller pistons in the rear brake caliper
Dry weight: 104.5kg
Wheelbase: 1465mm

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Also I have this question: Do the plastics from later models, like for example 2002, fit my 1996 or do I have to switch gas tank ?

 

[gixxerw1]

I know 95-99 plastics are the same, i think the 2000 year plastics and tank were different. Anyone have a decent 360 for sale cheap? lol it is my all time favorite Husky that runs right up there with a nice 610.

 

[Skyldig]

There was a 360 in the classifieds section just 2 weeks ago, cant find it anymore. Maybe he changed his mind or got it sold. I'd like to switch my ´96 panels to the ´99 . Much nicer design and slimmer. Fitted with the 99 seat its gonna look really nice Upgrading the gas tank to be able to get 2000+ models is a bit too expensive I'm afraid.

 

[Zim]

The huge thread was on Dirtrider net in the KTM/Euro Bikes section,its a shame it disapeared as there was lots of great info there,I have looked at over that site with no luck

 

[Skyldig]

Oh that´s right, it was Dirtrider. Hopefully someone saved it locally.

Anyone know what years they updated the frame? You can still get a brand new one at ebay.de. Almost for free , 699euro!

 

[gem]

Here is my updated WR360.

 

[hva_fr_st]

Hello,

There is information in this french link

http://www.leguidevert.com/_V5/moto.php?marquerech=Husqvarna&cylindreerech=300-399cc&moteurrech=2_Temps&genrerech=enduro&anneerech=ann%E9e&anneerech2=%28optionnel%29&ordre=Go+%21

be careful, maybe the european year model isn't the same in north america.

 

[NumberCruncher]

Here is a picture of my 2000.

NC

 

[NumberCruncher]

There was a 360 in the classifieds section just 2 weeks ago, cant find it anymore. Maybe he changed his mind or got it sold. I'd like to switch my ´96 panels to the ´99 . Much nicer design and slimmer. Fitted with the 99 seat its gonna look really nice Upgrading the gas tank to be able to get 2000+ models is a bit too expensive I'm afraid.

Those panels are 1995. 1996 were white.

NC

 

[Rusty 2]

Here is a picture of my 2000.

NC

Gosh that's a doll baby. Has she ever actually been in the dirt or is she just a trailer queen?

 

[wallybean]

I had my 360 listed with no price and no real intention of doing anything other than satisfying she who must be obey'd. I had a couple of inqueries but I really did not want to sell it.

Walt

 

[Rusty 2]

Atta boy Walt!

 

[Skyldig]

@gem: I like! Since you went from '01, I suppose it was less parts that needed changing compared to if I would to rebuild my ´96. Guessing, tank(if the new one even fits), seat, fenders, panels, alu subframe?

@hva_fr_st: thanks alot! Will use the info!

@NumberCruncher: Now that's one clean bike! About the panels; damn, you're right!

 

[Skyldig]

Hello,

be careful, maybe the european year model isn't the same in north america.

For sure! Some things doesn't seem quite right. In the middle 90's I rode a 360 ´93 and that bike did not have the "square" swing arm nor the Dellorto 37mm. In fact, none of the 93´s I have seen have had that swing arm. Anyways, great site, thanks

 

[Skyldig]

So, can anyone confirm when the mikuni replaced the dellorto?


edit:
Or have the US model always had the Mikuni?

 

[colemanapp]

My 93 had a mikuni.

 

[wallybean]

Skyldig,

I am almost sure that Gem just did a motor transplant with his 360 into his 07 WR250 frame. I did this with my 06 WR 250 for a while and it is a direct swap.

Walt

 

[NumberCruncher]

Gosh that's a doll baby. Has she ever actually been in the dirt or is she just a trailer queen?

That is when she was brand new. Here is one of her on the beach.

NC

 

[NumberCruncher]

@gem: I like! Since you went from '01, I suppose it was less parts that needed changing compared to if I would to rebuild my ´96. Guessing, tank(if the new one even fits), seat, fenders, panels, alu subframe?

@hva_fr_st: thanks alot! Will use the info!

@NumberCruncher: Now that's one clean bike! About the panels; damn, you're right!

I had a 1995 360 and a 1996 610 so I remember the colors well.

NC

 

[Rusty 2]

That is when she was brand new. Here is one of her on the beach.

NC

Hoooo baby,...just look at that little hottie playin' in the sand with her little paddle tire on!

Why do I have "I wish they all could be California girls" playing in my head now?


Make sure she gets a nice shower to get all that salt off her after a day at the beach like that!