DIRT NEWS

250 and FC 450 Factory Editions , wrapped in Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing livery . Headlining the list of Technical Accessories found on both Factory Edition models are the Connectivity Unit Offroad ( CUO ) and the frontfender-mounted GPS sensor . Once the CUO is paired with the Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles app on a smartphone , a choice of pre-set engine maps , based on pre-defined track conditions , can be activated from the ‘ Engine ’ section of the app . Each map can then be personalised and saved , with riders able to refine the settings of the engine braking , Launch and Traction Control , as well as Quickshifter sensitivity to suit their speed and ability . With the GPS unit tracking your sessions , you can compare lap sector times to help pick the actual quickest lines and even get suspension advice from the app for your speed and the track conditions – talk about full-factory ! Absolutely dripping with top-shelf components and the very latest technology ,

the new models have received a full frontto-back application of the best kit that you ’ d usually associate with pricey aftermarket accessories that rack up the actual price of your ride . These great looking new models are ready to rip straight from the crate .

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