2027.5 FEs coming tomorrow

That’s the Honda

In the thread on here showing MXON bikes, I thought I saw the Husky .  There were a lot of photos of the 2027.5 KTM's but I only saw a few of the Husky. Maybe it was a white KTM, but pretty sure it was a husky. 

As far as bodywork  goes I was thinking how I'll make a template that covers more of the vents than the examples I've seen so far.  

Yup that's the one.  

When does Coop get to ride it?

He probably already has been riding it. 

Probable rode it or a version of it before he signed the deal to ride it next year. 

That looks pretty sweet. 

I'll take it !

I prefer the look of the Husky. The KTM is good looking, but the tank/shrouds give me a bit of a Beta vibe. 

Dual injectors and spring forks…

If anyone is curious the Husky is 10mm lower than the KTM. KTM manuals are also on the site and there is more info on both OEM sites than what is in the press release. Did anyone see the handlebar markings for master cylinder alignment on the Husky bar?

Europeans really yearn to end the side number plate don’t they 

The KTM shrouds look better. I feel like there is some plastic missing in the middle of the Husky's shrouds. Not a fan.

It might grow on me, but for now I don't like the pointy shroud. That might change once I see it in orange with better graphics. 

Better than this

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Best looking Husky in years! 

What’s the advantage of the 2nd injector on a 450? Have the teams been running it for years and I just didn’t know? 

Back half of the husky with front half of ktm would be the best look I think. 

I think the same advantage as a 250 or 350 just no one ever wanted that much power/throttle response on a 450? Maybe it helps keep performance where it was with the new sound regulation. 

Just a little more plastic and you'd have the full Slater Skin look.  That's a lot of plastic on the side panels for 10 square inches of number space.

The new 350sxf with a dual injector and all these upgrades is going to be sick. But honestly, this bike is going to be amazing. 

I have a question for everyone. What will a say 2020 bike (250,350,450) feel like compared to these newer sound restriction bikes feel like as far a power goes? Ktm is adding a dual injector to either add power to make up for something or just the refinements in technology require it. 

So many sharps angles on that shroud. Reminds me of the 2013 Yamahas

The Husky and KTM 450 look to have different tanks. Also, Does the KTM have an electric water pump? Pics above showing a cover under tank on just the KTM behind radiator shroud.

I really like the look of both bikes but the husky looks mega!!! 

Who does the husky suit being 10mm lower ? This is my only concern, I’m going to try reserve one when the uk shops open tomorrow 

Just some of my observations from looking at photos and having a quick look in the manual…

• Factory triple clamps have offset bolts now
• Triple clamps are also 22 or 24, instead of 22 or 20 like they have been for a few years
• Forks are 940mm long (10mm shorter than 2019-2026 models)
• Shock has the highspeed recommended settings listed as “clicks” instead of “turns”. I think this is an error though.
• Factory wheelset has Excel rims (instead of DID)
• Digital hour metre has the ability to set service intervals (about time an OEM came out with a system like this)
• Shock travel increased from 300mm to 317mm

Suits people with shorter legs. 

It’s still plenty of travel. The ‘less suspension’ Husky still has more rear travel than a Yamaha, and the same as a Honda. 

I'm excited for the new 350 as well. Dual injectors and spring forks from the factory would be bitchin'.

I feel like I would catch my boots on the shrouds of the KTM.  I've had it happen on my old CRF's, in a corner the point sticks into my boot  and has gotten hung up on it and I crashed. That shroud is so pointed I feel like it would be much easier to happen. But that's a tall rider problem.

 I like the Husky look better, but the shrouds do feel like they are missing something.  And the KTM looks like it has more area for your knees to slide and grab. Looks like it would help the bike feel more balanced the way the KTM is.