Husqvarna entered in the minicross segment in 2010 with the CR 50 model. After a short period of time the company has decided that it’s time to make a step further and launched the new CR 65.

The bike is equipped with a liquid-cooled 64.9 cc engine, which is paired with a six speed gearbox and a hydraulic clutch. You also get a Mikuni 24 mm carburettor, reed valves and electronic ignition. The engine is mounted on a sporty chassis with circular and oval cross-section steel main frame tubing combined with an alloy rear sub frame.

As far as suspensions go, the Husqvarna CR 65 is equipped with 35 mm USD Marzocchi forks with rebound and compression damping adjustment and a rear Sachs shock absorber with compression and rebound damping adjustment.

For the brakes, Husqvarna opted for a front 4-piston caliper paired with a 200 mm ‘wave’ type disc and a rear 165 mm fixed disc with 2-piston caliper.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Husqvarna CR 65.

2013 Husqvarna CR 65

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2013 Husqvarna CR 65
  • Engine/Motor: Single cylinder, 2-stroke
  • Transmission: Automatic centrifugal dry clutch
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

With the new CR 65 Husqvarna enters further into the world of competitive minicross. Husqvarna joined the market in early 2010 with the automatic CR 50, a minicross for those just starting their off road racing career; with the CR 65 Husqvarna has decided to compete right from the first true bike a young off-roader rides.

Liquid-cooled engine, 6 speed gearbox, 14'/12' wheels, hydraulic clutch, Mikuni 24 mm carburettor, reed valves, the CR 65 is a true competition bike.

The chassis replicates the larger Husqvarna models, with circular and oval cross-section steel main frame tubing combined with an alloy rear sub frame. The rear swing arm is also alloy, to which the rear suspension linkage is mounted.

Front suspension consists of 35 mm USD Marzocchi forks with rebound and compression damping adjustment helping to control the 220 mm of travel, whilst the rear shock absorber is a Sachs, with compression and rebound damping adjustment. The rear suspension allows for 270 mm of wheel travel.

The front brake is a 4-piston caliper acting on a 200 mm ‘wave’ type disc, ensuring powerful but controllable braking. The rear brake is a 165 mm fixed disc with 2-piston caliper.

The aesthetic design is the most revolutionary feature of the CR 65. It is absolutely futuristic, with dashing, modern lines replicating the look of the new Husqvarna 449/511 series.

All components on the CR 65 also reflect its quality ethic: wide footrest lugs, tapered handlebars, Pirelli tyres and alloy hubs. It weighs in at only 55 kg, without fuel.

Specifications

Engine Type

Single cylinder, 2-stroke

Bore

45.0 mm

Stroke

40.8 mm

Displacement

64.9 cc

Compression ratio

9.1 : 1

Starting

Kick

Cooling

Liquid-cooled

Radiator

2

Lubrication

Premix 25 : 1

Ignition

Electronic

Spark plug type

NGK BR8

Spark plug gap

0.6 mm

Carburetor

Mikuni TM 24 with flat valve

Clutch

Wet, multiplate, hydraulic control

Type

Steel single tube cradle, alloy rear frame

Front suspension

MARZOCCHI USD fork with advanced axle; rebound stroke adjustment

Fork leg diameter

35 mm

Fork travel

220 mm

Rear suspension

SACHS Progressive Soft Damp type with single hydraulic shock absorber, spring preload adjustment, compression and rebound adjustment

Rear wheel travel

270 mm

Front brake

200 mm fixed disc and caliper with hydraulic control

Rear brake

165 mm fixed disc and caliper with hydraulic control

Rim front

1.60 x 14", light alloy

Rim rear

1.60 x 12", light alloy

Tyre front

60/100-14" Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32

Tyre rear

80/100-12" Pirelli Scorpion MX Mid Soft 32

Wheelbase

1130 mm

Overall length

1640 mm

Overall width

770 mm

Overall height

1015 mm

Seat height

750 mm

Min. ground clearance

280 mm

Dry weight

55.0 kg

Fuel tank capacity

3.5 litres


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