No 2012 630?

[organ donor]

The 630 is definitely included in the 2012 European sales literature

 

[TE 450 Pilot]

The 630 is definitely included in the 2012 European sales literature

True but a lot of reports claim a early release 2013 TE 650 in the spring/ summer of 2012. Perhaps they are going to sell off some left over 630's as 2012's

 

[johnnyq]

True but a lot of reports claim a early release 2013 TE 650 in the spring/ summer of 2012. Perhaps they are going to sell off some left over 630's as 2012's

maybe new motr used will be easier to control emissions.have a sms630..generally known they were choked down for a licence plate..lol..air breather inner plate made me laugh.great price for quality of bike.

 

[rjdenya]

Still very pleased with my TE610, for me the TE630 was just a small step further away from a dirt bike and too much adventure or enduro. Glad I did not upgrade. Interesting to see what the 650 will weigh in at? If it is less capable of single track, that will be sad.

How is the TE630 less of a dirt bike than your TE610?? I disagree and feel the TE630 is more of a dirt worthy bike once properly set up.
2011 TE630 vs. 2009 TE610 (list of improvements)

- Larger engine displacement, 576.3cc to 600cc
- Higher compression, 11:1 to 12.4:1
- SOHC to DOHC, top end revs higher
- Turn signals that are not from the 1980's
- Rear LED tail light
- Integrated graphics that won't peel off the plastic (IPD technology)
- Black swing arm (looks more modern IMO)
- Larger throttle body, 42mm to 45mm
- Dual exhaust cans for more flow vs. single can of equal size
- Stronger rear sub-frame
- More powerful head light
- New seat that is softer and key released
- Hydraulic clutch
- No more metal fasteners on the bodywork
- Probably more...

Yes, the TE630 is a bit heavier than the TE610 and a pig with regards to engine output in bone stock form. The EPA has required Husky to choke the bikes of fuel and exhaust flow. Most motorcycle fanatics mod their bikes pretty soon after buying them so assume each bike is de-restricted accordingly for comparative purposes. A good bit of the added weight is in the rear sub frame (a welcome improvement) and the boat anchor stock cat equipped dual cans. With minimal bolt ons a TE630 will beat the pants off an equally modded TE610. They are both great bikes but sorry, the TE630 is much better. BMW's influence eloquently transformed the TE610 into a TE630, a modern day dual sport, in the looks and performance category. You just can't argue with that man!!

 

[organ donor]

All very true! But it does look as if 630 development has reached the end of the road. Can´t see that it was even shown in the EICMA, and is not included in their latest (European) sales literature. I´m glad that I got mine before they stopped making SuMos. It´s now an instant classic.

 

[CJBROWN]

How is the TE630 less of a dirt bike than your TE610?? I disagree and feel the TE630 is more of a dirt worthy bike once properly set up.
2011 TE630 vs. 2009 TE610 (list of improvements)

- Larger engine displacement, 576.3cc to 600cc
- Higher compression, 11:1 to 12.4:1
- SOHC to DOHC, top end revs higher
- Turn signals that are not from the 1980's
- Rear LED tail light
- Integrated graphics that won't peel off the plastic (IPD technology)
- Black swing arm (looks more modern IMO)
- Larger throttle body, 42mm to 45mm
- Dual exhaust cans for more flow vs. single can of equal size
- Stronger rear sub-frame
- More powerful head light
- New seat that is softer and key released
- Hydraulic clutch
- No more metal fasteners on the bodywork
- Probably more...

Yes, the TE630 is a bit heavier than the TE610 and a pig with regards to engine output in bone stock form. The EPA has required Husky to choke the bikes of fuel and exhaust flow. Most motorcycle fanatics mod their bikes pretty soon after buying them so assume each bike is de-restricted accordingly for comparative purposes. A good bit of the added weight is in the rear sub frame (a welcome improvement) and the boat anchor stock cat equipped dual cans. With minimal bolt ons a TE630 will beat the pants off an equally modded TE610. They are both great bikes but sorry, the TE630 is much better. BMW's influence eloquently transformed the TE610 into a TE630, a modern day dual sport, in the looks and performance category. You just can't argue with that man!!

+1 for sure.

It's been said the instrument/computer thingy is vastly improved as well. Headlight is much brighter too.
The hydraulic clutch is a gimme, cables are so passe.

The funny thing is, the 630 is more "adventure or enduro" oriented because that's what people want for this type of bike, and it's what makes sense for this size of bike. If you're buying it for single track, real 'dirtbike' use, then it's the wrong bike. The 449/511 is the weapon of choice there. And they are almost a hundred pounds lighter by the time you setup with accessories. Trying to make the 630 lighter is just silliness to me. It's a dualsport, load it down and do some miles. JMHO. I already had a "real dirtbike" (KTM 250XCFW) so a dualsport is exactly what I wanted. I couldn't be happier.

Just got back from Death Valley and rode about 400 miles over all kinds of terrain. One morning we were chasing guys on 450/500 dirtbikes thru some pretty aggressive single track, and across the desert with a lot of loose sand. The bike is a handful but it will do it. You just need strength and skill. There was also some hiway in there, the bike is happy cruising at 75 there. I had at least 40lbs of gear along, fuel for a 200 mile range, extra water, with tools and spares, etc.

 

[Motosportz]

Just got back from Death Valley and rode about 400 miles over all kinds of terrain. One morning we were chasing guys on 450/500 dirtbikes thru some pretty aggressive single track, and across the desert with a lot of loose sand. The bike is a handful but it will do it. You just need strength and skill. There was also some hiway in there, the bike is happy cruising at 75 there. I had at least 40lbs of gear along, fuel for a 200 mile range, extra water, with tools and spares, etc.

Right tool for the job

 

[SilverBullet]

Just got back from Death Valley and rode about 400 miles over all kinds of terrain. One morning we were chasing guys on 450/500 dirtbikes thru some pretty aggressive single track, and across the desert with a lot of loose sand. The bike is a handful but it will do it. You just need strength and skill. There was also some hiway in there, the bike is happy cruising at 75 there. I had at least 40lbs of gear along, fuel for a 200 mile range, extra water, with tools and spares, etc.

Wanting to hear how that Michelin T63 treated you. Please review in the rear tire thread. Thanks.

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[deepcdiver]

I love my 630 but agree the 610 may have a slight edge in the dirt. 10lb lighter after pipe changes etc, longer travel suspension and taller clearance and I believe shorter steering geometry slightly on the 610. My 610 is smoother.

But I will prefer my 630 if the timing chain lasts a decent interval instead of the 6500 mi on my 610, the hydraulic clutch is nice, working computer, better headlight, stronger subframe.

In the end not enough difference to matter though. A 630 will go everywhere a 610 will, just as quickly, likely with
about the same effort expended, riders being equal. They are both ADZ dual sports, if you want a irt bike get something else.

 

[ghte]

Guys the Aussie dollar is currently at or stronger than the US dollar and we get the 630 on the road for circa $12,500 so nooooo complaints please. That is $4K over a DRZ 650 and even at that price discrepancy it is worth the bucks imho.

 

[Huskyfly]

Not sure what to add other than Husky has some cool bikes, the 610, 630, 449, 511.....yatta, yatta, yatta. The point to all this, love and ride what you like............NO, no more 630 for 2012 in the USA and shortly in Europe, a new bike will be coming within the year. What more does this need to be disused??

 

[jellyrug]

How is the TE630 less of a dirt bike than your TE610?? I disagree and feel the TE630 is more of a dirt worthy bike once properly set up.
2011 TE630 vs. 2009 TE610 (list of improvements)

- Larger engine displacement, 576.3cc to 600cc
- Higher compression, 11:1 to 12.4:1
- SOHC to DOHC, top end revs higher
- Turn signals that are not from the 1980's
- Rear LED tail light
- Integrated graphics that won't peel off the plastic (IPD technology)
- Black swing arm (looks more modern IMO)
- Larger throttle body, 42mm to 45mm
- Dual exhaust cans for more flow vs. single can of equal size
- Stronger rear sub-frame
- More powerful head light
- New seat that is softer and key released
- Hydraulic clutch
- No more metal fasteners on the bodywork
- Probably more...

Yes, the TE630 is a bit heavier than the TE610 and a pig with regards to engine output in bone stock form. The EPA has required Husky to choke the bikes of fuel and exhaust flow. Most motorcycle fanatics mod their bikes pretty soon after buying them so assume each bike is de-restricted accordingly for comparative purposes. A good bit of the added weight is in the rear sub frame (a welcome improvement) and the boat anchor stock cat equipped dual cans. With minimal bolt ons a TE630 will beat the pants off an equally modded TE610. They are both great bikes but sorry, the TE630 is much better. BMW's influence eloquently transformed the TE610 into a TE630, a modern day dual sport, in the looks and performance category. You just can't argue with that man!!

No doubt the 630 is an upgrade when it comes to enduro.
I sold my old RM250 when I got the 610 and the guy who purchased it needs about 3/4 mile of tough single track and he is gone when I ride with him. Miss that bike and the 610 for me is border line when it comes to weight and suspension travel in the dirt.

 

[rjdenya]

The rear suspension travel for the 09 TE610 and 2011 TE630 is identical, @ 12.6." However, the front suspension travel, seat height and ground clearance is different on each bike. The TE610 has 11.8" of front suspension travel and 11.6" of ground clearance. The TE630 has a bit less of both, 10.6" of front suspension travel and 9.5" of ground clearance. This translates into a slightly taller seat height on the TE610 of 37" vs. 36.6" on the TE630. The seat height is high on both bikes if you’re not the tallest guy around. I'm 6' tall and have been on both bikes. They are not little, light weight dirt bikes by any means and weren't intended to be.

The published weights on these bikes are not precise by any means. For marketing purposes most all oem's fudge their published weights to be in their favor. Personally I'd like to see real world "wet" weight numbers for us consumers to look at. To me dry weights are just that...dry. I do understand why most oem's list "their" dry weights because each model holds different fuel, oil and coolant capacities.

At the end of the day both the TE610 and TE630 are fantastic bikes for their intended purpose of dual sport riding. I believe the TE630 has an edge due to its long list of improvements from previous years. Unfortunately, from what I've read, Husky has probably discontinued the TE630. Time will tell if its replacement is anything like the TE610 or TE630. We shall all see soon enough.

 

[Xpat]

These seems to be indication of the things to come - even though this is obviously road version:
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/husqvarna-concept-strada/19576.html

 

[Muddy Waters]

I'm not offended by it

 

[Xpat]

I'm not offended by it

170kg, Rotax dog-engine....

Not offended - rather not interested. 630 it ain't. And the future is bleak - with exception of KTM, I do not see any other manufacturer targeting the high-power / low maintenance single dual sport niche anymore - so not sure what I'm going to replace my 630 with once it dies. Oh well, I will just hope that KTM will eventually get proper gearbox on the 690 and get it at least half reliable. The fact that 2012 KTM 690 displacement have actually been boosted to actual 690 cc gives some hope...

But let's see - maybe the enduro version will surprise...

 

[CJBROWN]

Hey, there it is...finally. 170kg = 374lbs. Husky head on the G650 motor, just like the 449/511. Seems nicely done although it gained some weight. You can bet the TE will be remarkably similar. I like, but not the extra bloat.

Lots of pics on the press release link.

 

[rjdenya]

It should be a welcome addition to the Husky line up for those in need of a "big" bike. I can't see it as a replacement for the TE630 but I like it. To be honest I don't recall hearing people asking or wishing that Husky would introduce an all new adventure/ touring bike...but they did. Consumers unfortunately rarely get what they want from oem's. The take what they can get and modify from there. Husqvarna/ BMW has their agenda and rightly so. They would like to make the most money from their products sold. It sounds simple but never is in business. Time will tell if the new 650 sells well in the states and over seas.

Husky should have kept the TE630 as an option in between the TE449/511 and the new 650. There will be a big gap left open in my opinion. I can appreciate how Husky wanted to add a new larger model to their fleet. It just doesn't add up why they would drop the "all new 630" while in the process. The 630 was and is such a great improvement over the previous generation 610 models. Yea, it gained a few pounds and lost a whopping 1.2" of front suspension travel vs. the old 610's but that's it. If my bike was stolen tomorrow I'd buy an 11' or 12' TE511 and deal with the added maintenance. Maybe if KTM released a Six Days addition 500 EXC to the U.S. I would...oh yea, I'm on the Husky forum...

Oh well, all current TE/SM 630 owners will continue to ride and enjoy their bikes for as long as they hold together. I'm more than happy to do just that!

 

[bpowa]

i hope it looks exactly just like that.. this way.. i wont feel bad about the 630.. heck i hope the engine of the 650 fits in our bike.. if the hp is what they claim..

also the front fender.. price wise.. i doubt its a deal.

 

[WhiteAndRed]

Looks awesome for a street hooligan bike and I mean that in a good way. A TE630 replacement it is not. I had my fingers crossed that Husky would outdo the TE630 but they've gone in a whole new direction, therefore, I officially annoint the TE630 the best real dual sport ever! <<the crowd goes wild>>

If I manage to wear this thing out and it'll be awhile cause I'll bend over backwards keeping it running, I'll have to get a 690. Hopefully by then they'll have fixed the gearing and knocked 3k off the MSRP, but until that happens, the TE630 will go down as the best true dual sport of all time.

Long Live my 630!