Husqvarna broke the internet a
little when it released details of
|the 701 Enduro and its sister
bike, the Supermoto. Not only are
both bikes deadset sexy, but who
doesn’t love reading 690cc and
67hp in a spec sheet?
The 701 Enduro is described by
Husky as a dual-purpose bike and
that sets the imagination working
in overdrive because currently
that space in the marketplace has
been occupied forever by Suzuki’s
DR650 and Kawasaki’s KLR650,
with KTM’s 690 Enduro R a more
recent arrival as well as the
Yamaha 660 Ténéré.
The 701 Enduro is the sort ofbike that will absolutely nail a daily
commute (your licence might get a
bit nervous) and then take on any
weekend exploration. The 14-litre
tank — one litre more than the 690
Enduro R — should give the most
perfect service, but at the time of
writing a larger adventure tank
was in the works.
We’re pretty keen to throw a leg
over the 701 and even keener to
point it at the hills and disappear
for a few days. We’re doubtful
there’s much that will stop the
701 in its tracks where power is
the solution. We’re also interested
to see some of the clever builds
Aussie riders will put together.701 ENDURO HIGHLIGHTS
- Ergonomically designed, innovative bodywork.
- 67hp single-cylinder engine featuring latest technologies in
design and electronics. - Chromium-molybdenum trellis frame optimised for precise
handling and total rider confi dence. - Competition-level WP 4CS fork and WP rear shock for
outstanding control and adjustability. - Extremely low-weight aluminium swingarm designed to ensure
the highest levels of traction and stability. - Polyamide self-supporting rear subframe with integrated
13-litre fuel tank. - Keihin 46mm electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle
actuation for impeccable response. - Switchable engine maps to perfectly adapt engine
characteristics according to conditions. - Cutting-edge switchable ABS with specifi c off-road mode.
- APTC slipper clutch for maximum control under hard braking.
- Extensive range of accessories to further enhance the bike’s
characteristics and performance. - Specifi c (optional) engine map that limits power, making the 701
ENDURO A2-legal (EU).
Big-bore adventure weapon
with 67hp? Yes please!
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HUSQVARNA701 ENDUROWe’re doubtful there’s much that
will stop the 701 in its tracks
where power is the solution