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Husqvarna
AA Class
No rocket science here, but I've got a new toy, I like pics, and I tend to ramble, so that's what will follow...
I've been a KTM guy for a long time now. Most recently a big power Slavens ported 300. It was an amazing bike in every regard, however what used to be weekly rides have now turned into semi monthly rides. In an effort to perhaps spark excitement, I went the complete other direction, and picked up this 2013 CR. I'm a fairly fast trail hound, and a mid pack Vet C hare scrambler. What little time I've spent on small bores made me feel fast, whether I was or not.
I've had a bit of prior Husky experience, all in the form of motards. I had a 05 610 and a 09 510. All three of these bikes were bought from Gerald @ www.upstatecycle.com some 200 miles away from me. Honest note: I've bought a lot of stuff over the years, and have never dealt with a shop as fantastic as his operation. I just can't say enough good about them....
Anyway, here's the bike as it sits after tinkering a little.
I'm a controls freak, and have become used to the precise feel of the G2 throttles, so on that went.
I wanted the run the Fastway guards, as I feel they mount cleaner than most. After getting the bike, I realized they won't bolt up, as it seems Husky went to some slanted bar clamp design. I called Gerald up, and he sent me the bar mounts off a 2011, allowing me to fit the Fastways. I've got some BRP aluminum cones to stick in there as well. Not a fan of rubber mounting bars.
STR bleeders.
I'm 6"2, so I picked up Kelly's 1" risers. Ironically, they wouldn't have fit up super clean w/ the earlier mentioned 2013 mounts, so getting the 2011's helped this area as well.
I've used PG Graphics forever. Sticking w/ the theme of trying something new, I chose Decal Works for the first time. I'm pleased.
I tossed on a 52 tooth Ironman sprocket.
That causes me some concern though... The chain blocks are about all the way forward. There's quiet a bit of angle from the chain guide into the sprocket. The tire contacts the mudflap, which contacts the swingarm. I know lots of folks on here run the 52 rear, so I guess my issue is that the bike hasn't been ridden. If it had some degree of chain stretch or tire wear, there would be less issue. My common sense tells me to get a longer chain, however I'm guessing is will be as far back as this is far forward... Your thoughts and advise please......
I couldn't help myself from getting the Scalvini pipe. Of note: While the mounted fitment looks to be spot on, getting the pipe in position around the frame before you even grab the first bolt is all but impossible.
The carb is gone to RB Designs for his treatment. I had a friend w/ Ron's work, and the results were very impressive, so I'm hoping I'll see the sae on this bike.
I've been a KTM guy for a long time now. Most recently a big power Slavens ported 300. It was an amazing bike in every regard, however what used to be weekly rides have now turned into semi monthly rides. In an effort to perhaps spark excitement, I went the complete other direction, and picked up this 2013 CR. I'm a fairly fast trail hound, and a mid pack Vet C hare scrambler. What little time I've spent on small bores made me feel fast, whether I was or not.
I've had a bit of prior Husky experience, all in the form of motards. I had a 05 610 and a 09 510. All three of these bikes were bought from Gerald @ www.upstatecycle.com some 200 miles away from me. Honest note: I've bought a lot of stuff over the years, and have never dealt with a shop as fantastic as his operation. I just can't say enough good about them....
Anyway, here's the bike as it sits after tinkering a little.
I'm a controls freak, and have become used to the precise feel of the G2 throttles, so on that went.
I wanted the run the Fastway guards, as I feel they mount cleaner than most. After getting the bike, I realized they won't bolt up, as it seems Husky went to some slanted bar clamp design. I called Gerald up, and he sent me the bar mounts off a 2011, allowing me to fit the Fastways. I've got some BRP aluminum cones to stick in there as well. Not a fan of rubber mounting bars.
STR bleeders.
I'm 6"2, so I picked up Kelly's 1" risers. Ironically, they wouldn't have fit up super clean w/ the earlier mentioned 2013 mounts, so getting the 2011's helped this area as well.
I've used PG Graphics forever. Sticking w/ the theme of trying something new, I chose Decal Works for the first time. I'm pleased.
I tossed on a 52 tooth Ironman sprocket.
That causes me some concern though... The chain blocks are about all the way forward. There's quiet a bit of angle from the chain guide into the sprocket. The tire contacts the mudflap, which contacts the swingarm. I know lots of folks on here run the 52 rear, so I guess my issue is that the bike hasn't been ridden. If it had some degree of chain stretch or tire wear, there would be less issue. My common sense tells me to get a longer chain, however I'm guessing is will be as far back as this is far forward... Your thoughts and advise please......
I couldn't help myself from getting the Scalvini pipe. Of note: While the mounted fitment looks to be spot on, getting the pipe in position around the frame before you even grab the first bolt is all but impossible.
The carb is gone to RB Designs for his treatment. I had a friend w/ Ron's work, and the results were very impressive, so I'm hoping I'll see the sae on this bike.
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. Make sure you adjust the steering stops,from the factory mine were set too far out and made tight turns a little tricky.My bike has the 50mm 'zoke forks and yours has the kayaba forks so the marks may not be comparable.