• 4 Stroke Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Italy - About 1989 to 2014
     TE = 4st Enduro & TC = 4st Cross

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New TE-310 Rubbing Rear Tire on Shock Cover

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Chuck Loker

Husqvarna
Hi,

Just bought my new TE 310 last week. Had the power up performed and am putting in some break in miles on the street. In less than 30 miles I have already eaten the rear shock protector. I understand that Husky went to a smaller rear tire for 2013, but not sure if that resolves the small amount of clearance between tire and swing arm. I think i found a post that suggested a longer chain and moving the tire back to prevent eating up the flap. I'm probably not going to change the gearing for now as it will be mostly a fire road/trail bike. To old for mixing it up with the kids on the MX track. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
 
That Metzler OEM tire is too big for the bike....don't know why they come with it. I swapped the tire out to a DOT Dunlop D606 and along with no flap wear, the tire is lighter, and plenty of traction plus good wear.
 
Hi Dale, I have installed a new longer RK xring chain and Husky is sending me a new flap. Problem soved for now. I will probably use the stock tires for some easy street light trail break in miles. After that I will be interested in a good all around knobby leaning more toward hard pack than mud. Would you kindly share the front and rear sizes in the Dunlop?

Thanks Chuck
 
Pretty much sucks that they put out a bike for public consumption with so many issues. I was lucky enough to buy mine used and the guy already installed a power commander and a different rear tire. Glad you got it sorted though. I'd use up that tire first if you're not doing any technical riding and changing the gearing.
 
120/90 - 18

Dunlop D606 Dual Sport Rear Tire
Emphasizing aggressive off-road riding, the Dunlop D606 is the dual sport tire made for the rider who wants the best in off-road traction while still maintaining street legality. Using motocross inspired knob patterns and a rubber compound that outlasts all other hard core dual sport tires, the D606 gives the mileage and versatility for those who want to push the limits in the toughest dual sport conditions.
  • A full-depth tread pattern designed for rigorous off-road use yields excellent traction on everything from hard-packed fire roads to muddy single-track trails
  • At the same time, the D606's tread compound is engineered for good highway durability and grip
  • 90% off-road, 10% street focus
 
dalecarlsbad said:
120/90 - 18

Dunlop D606 Dual Sport Rear Tire
Emphasizing aggressive off-road riding, the Dunlop D606 is the dual sport tire made for the rider who wants the best in off-road traction while still maintaining street legality. Using motocross inspired knob patterns and a rubber compound that outlasts all other hard core dual sport tires, the D606 gives the mileage and versatility for those who want to push the limits in the toughest dual sport conditions.
  • A full-depth tread pattern designed for rigorous off-road use yields excellent traction on everything from hard-packed fire roads to muddy single-track trails
  • At the same time, the D606's tread compound is engineered for good highway durability and grip
  • 90% off-road, 10% street focus
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I wish they sold those here. I'm running MX 51's and love 'em offroad. The cops here don't care if they're DOT (or even if I have a license plate for that matter) but I hate to see any "roadwear" on my nobs. Even on my way to work it's 90% offroad so it's not really an issue.
 
What if you don't need a DOT tire? What is the best tire/size combo front and rear for trail riding only?
 
I cannibalized a piece from the ugly black license plate thing (UBLPT) I removed from the back of my TE310. It does a decent job keeping the tire out of the shock cover. You can't tell from the picture, but it holds it up against the swing arm and gives about a quarter inch clearance between the tire and the flap. Should only get better as the chain stretches and the tire wears. I plan on getting rid of the 140 Karoo when it wears out and maybe go with a 120 which should also help.
 

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FWIW, I have a D606 on my 449 (130/90-18) It's got about 300 miles on it with great wear. It hooks up good on hardpack, sand, and flat pulls like a tractor in tacky soil and mud. I think it's great and will likely go with one in the front after the Metzler wears out a little more.
 
Huskynoobee said:
FWIW, I have a D606 on my 449 (130/90-18) It's got about 300 miles on it with great wear. It hooks up good on hardpack, sand, and flat pulls like a tractor in tacky soil and mud. I think it's great and will likely go with one in the front after the Metzler wears out a little more.
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Not many people like the D606 on front, I don't, Pirelli MT21 is a good choice for front
 
I had a hole in my flap before the bike made it home from the dealer. Solution: new rear tire: 120/90 and an Acerbis mus flap cut to size. And I used a heat gun to bend the flap just perfectly.
 
I had a hole in my flap before the bike made it home from the dealer. Solution: new rear tire: 120/90 and an Acerbis mus flap cut to size. And I used a heat gun to bend the flap just perfectly.
 
Chuck Loker said:
Hi,

Just bought my new TE 310 last week. Had the power up performed and am putting in some break in miles on the street. In less than 30 miles I have already eaten the rear shock protector. I understand that Husky went to a smaller rear tire for 2013, but not sure if that resolves the small amount of clearance between tire and swing arm. I think i found a post that suggested a longer chain and moving the tire back to prevent eating up the flap. I'm probably not going to change the gearing for now as it will be mostly a fire road/trail bike. To old for mixing it up with the kids on the MX track. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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Hi,

Here is the solution I came up with for my rubbing stock mud flap on my 2012 TE310 while I wait for Husky to send me a new one which I probably will just throw in a box for future use. I found a universal Acerbis mud flap that cost me $21.45 with shipping from the Powersport Superstore. I did a bit of trimming to both sides where it bolts up so that it would fit exactly in the stock opening (See image which also includes the part number from the packaging). The real trick was the visit to the heat gun where I put a nice reverse bend in the upper portion of the flap with a trip under some cold water to set the new shape. I also flattened the shape of the bottom section of the new flap with the heat gun so that it more closely fit the contour of the swing arm opening. This will apply a small amount of pressure toward the back of the swing arm so the tire doesn't rub. I had about 1/2" of clearance before I removed the front stock 13 tooth counter shaft sprocket and swapped it out for a 12 tooth AFAM #64305 at about $32 including shipping from the SprocketCenter.com. The counter shaft swap reduced the overly tall stock gearing while providing another 1/4" or so of additional clearance. You can retain the stock chain and rear tire until they wear out with these two changes. The Acerbis flap is much thicker and will probably hold up longer than the very thin OEM flap. Pretty easy swap with a little bit of scrounging the web.

Hope this helps,

Chuck
 

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Here's a pic of my custom cut and bent with a heat gun Acerbis protector, with mud and a 120 / 90 tire. Lots of room.
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