510 is a
historical trade mark in the Husqvarna off-road range. In fact, the
TE 510 was the first new era four-stroke enduro and motocross bike.
Twenty years from the creation of the 510, Husqvarna presents the
510 Centennial , the anniversary motorcycle that will only be
produced in a 500 model limited edition. A true work of art for
collectors and brand aficionados that is the forerunner of
Husqvarna’s new era of aesthetic and technical standards.
Extreme, streamline, swift, simple, and modern while still tied
to the Husqvarna tradition, the 510 Centennial is a concentration of
high technology, enhanced by prestigious and hand made details. Most
of the superstructures are made of carbon fibre with anodised Ergal
red Husqvarna branded screws. Even the rear saddle chassis is
attached with titanium screws and the saddle has a carbon bottom and
non-slip cover.
The fork is the new Marzocchi with 50 mm chromium-plated TIN
finished shafts (like those on the official Husqvarna ones), 195 mm
axles and 18 mm Off-set. The fork's feet are solid formed the same
as the base and handlebars and handlebar clevis. Titanium is used
for most nuts and bolts. Hubs are solid formed and anodised glossy
bronze.
Particular attention was paid to the important details for racing
and for this reason the front and rear wheel pins have quick release
hooks. The tank and conveyors are both high-design and practical.
The first is made of brushed aluminium with mirror polished sides.
The carbon fibre conveyors are a single piece with the part coupling
the tank painted red as a revival of the colour used on Swedish
bikes in the 60’s and 70’s. The rear collet is the new Brembo Pf26.
The Sachs shock absorber is the same as the one used by the
Official Husqvarna team, with the new and more ample side tank. The
foot rests are made of titanium and the handlebar levers (front
brake and clutch) are the swivel type.
The 510 engine was made lighter using different carbon pieces
like the tappet cover, clutch guard cover, ignition cover, oil guard
cover, engine guard and side guard. Even the side chassis guards
near the foot rests are made of carbon. The exhaust system and
muffler are made of titanium.
The tank is marked 1/500 on a silver plate. Production of the 510
Centennial is foreseen for the end of this year.
