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HUSQVARNA DROPS THE GATE

Husqvarna Motorcycles has launched an all new video series on YouTube bringing fans the stories behind the brand ’ s elite racers . The all-new series , which Husqvarna has titled Drop The Gate , focuses on Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing riders from across the globe . Concentrating on the elite racers who battle for glory in world-level motocross , supercross , rally , and enduro on any given weekend , Husky sat down with some of those with the most fascinating stories to tell – Graham Jarvis , Zach Osborne , Arminas Jasikonis , Kay de Wolf , and Skyler Howes . The concept behind Drop The Gate is to give a deeper understanding of our world class athletes . With such a diverse mix of racers , young and old , rookies and veterans , we uncovered just what shaped them into who they are today with each rider sharing their own unique story in detail . The first video in the five-part series is one that simply can ’ t be missed . Documenting every step of Arminas Jasikonis ’ rehabilitation following his severe injury in September 2020 . It ’ s an incredible story of bravery , courage , and determination to kick things into gear . Stay tuned to YouTube for the full series as it drops over the coming weeks .

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