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HUSQVARNA FC 450 ROCKSTAR EDITION
O ver the fence at Husqvarna , KTM ’ s sister company has also debuted its latest factory replica machine in the form of the 2021 FC 450 Rockstar Edition . Featuring a striking , brand-new look , Husqvarna Motorcycles based the 2021 FC 450 Rockstar Edition on Zach Osborne ’ s AMA 450MX championship winning Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing machine . The competition-ready FC 450 Rockstar Edition features numerous upgrades and improvements over the standard FC 450 , all designed to further increase its winning potential . Beneath the updated Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing team graphics , the FC 450 Rockstar Edition uses Husqvarna ’ s lightweight FC 450 chassis , together with the latest WP XACT suspension . Much like its cousin , the KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition , the fourth generation of the FC 450 Rockstar Edition now comes with Mattighofen ’ s new connectivity tech in the form of the Husqvarna branded Connectivity Unit . Combined with the myHusqvarna app and mounted to the handlebar pad and controlled
with the application , personalised engine maps and fine-tuned suspension settings can be created and stored to provide the ideal set-up for any track or conditions . Ensuring an uncompromised power delivery from the SOHC 450 cc engine , the FC 450 Rockstar Edition features an upgraded , highperformance Brembo hydraulic clutch system for perfect action in all conditions , while also delivering exceptional reliability . Completed with an FMF Racing Factory 4.1 silencer , GUTS Factory high-grip seat cover , Rekluse clutch cover , Factory wheel set , ProTaper handlebars and Factory Racing CNCmachined triple clamps with adjustable offset , the FC 450 Rockstar Edition is built to perform out of the showroom . Husqvarna Motorcycles NZ has secured four examples of the FC 450 Rockstar Edition , with half of those spoken for and set arrive in New Zealand in January . The remaining two bikes are due to arrive here in March . If you want them , hit up your Husqvarna dealer and put your money down – these exclusive bikes won ’ t last .
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