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2005 FE 450 should I buy it?

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rocky4by

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Hello a really clean 2005 FE 450 came up for sale, it has 30 original hrs on it looks like new. I was hoping to find a 2007 or 8 but this one is available, does need the carb cleaned from sitting, it has some popping and sputtering going on, but starts up well and rides very nice. Well do you guys think should I go for it:D
 
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Thank you for the reply, I did end up purchasing the bike and am very happy to have a Berg back . I had a very nice 550 not to long ago but sold it and wish a hadn't. I do need to go through the carb or send it down to Tokyo mods and have them give it there magic. I have not ever had a FCR39 MX apart but might watch some videos and maybe tackle it myself. Also are there any parts suppliers in the USA if I need something, or who has the most stock of parts left? Also I attached a few photos of the bike, check it out.
 

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i definately have the most parts for these. just clean the carb yourself? part of the Husaberg love is the bonding you get from cleaning the carb!

Taffy
 
I would like to do a valve check and if needed an ajustment on my 2005 FE450. Is there any information available on how to? I do have a manual but it doesn't have that information.
Thanks for any help
 
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If valve springs are still "conical", I'd replace them. Not sure about the 450, but on the 650 it's not a matter of if, it's when they break. Cheap easy solution to switch to Dual Valve Spring Kit (DVSK) and can save you from an unfortunate 'splosion. Otherwise, set valves, clean carb, have fun! I love my FS450! (and all 4 650s). Some argue the 450 is underpowered, and perhaps it is, but I know I turn better laps on my 450 than I do on the 650 (450 allows for so much more throttle gaffes - on the 650, not a lot of room for mistakes). Have fun!
 
Thanks for the information, who sells the DVSK spring kit? I have also found a good bit of valve adjustment information here on the forum, and I think I can work my way through that now.
I just got back from a ride on this bike and have a small review: It handles very well and is really planted, also it feels lighter then my Beta 500 I'll have to side by side weigh them . Power is great for putting traction to the ground, there is very little compression braking compared to other 4t bikes and I prefer it like that, It does not have the front wheel lifting power of bigger or new bike bikes so it takes a little more finesse. I would say it has more power then a KTM 400 but not as much as a 450. I still need to add hand guards and a new seat cover along with some general maintenance, but I am very happy with this bike and I am sure it has a lot of hrs of fun left in it.
 
rocky4by said:
Thanks for the information, who sells the DVSK spring kit? I have also found a good bit of valve adjustment information here on the forum, and I think I can work my way through that now.
I just got back from a ride on this bike and have a small review: It handles very well and is really planted, also it feels lighter then my Beta 500 I'll have to side by side weigh them . Power is great for putting traction to the ground, there is very little compression braking compared to other 4t bikes and I prefer it like that, It does not have the front wheel lifting power of bigger or new bike bikes so it takes a little more finesse. I would say it has more power then a KTM 400 but not as much as a 450. I still need to add hand guards and a new seat cover along with some general maintenance, but I am very happy with this bike and I am sure it has a lot of hrs of fun left in it.
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You may have already sold the bike but some jetting work will get the front wheel up in slower technical trail riding. Stock jetting had a 38 pilot jet and a lean needle which was great for emissions but not performance. For mid 40F sea level riding, here's where I've landed and the bike will lift the wheel easily. I'm a heavy rider too.

42 PJ, 165 MJ, OCEMN needle clip 5. 2.5 turns on fuel screw..
 
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rocky4by said:
Thanks for the information, who sells the DVSK spring kit? I have also found a good bit of valve adjustment information here on the forum, and I think I can work my way through that now.
I just got back from a ride on this bike and have a small review: It handles very well and is really planted, also it feels lighter then my Beta 500 I'll have to side by side weigh them . Power is great for putting traction to the ground, there is very little compression braking compared to other 4t bikes and I prefer it like that, It does not have the front wheel lifting power of bigger or new bike bikes so it takes a little more finesse. I would say it has more power then a KTM 400 but not as much as a 450. I still need to add hand guards and a new seat cover along with some general maintenance, but I am very happy with this bike and I am sure it has a lot of hrs of fun left in it.
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Taffy sells them. Kibblewhite sells them (same as KTM 450 smr) and there's a KTM equivalent though I do not have the part number at my fingertips.
 
rocky4by said:
Thanks for the information, who sells the DVSK spring kit? I have also found a good bit of valve adjustment information here on the forum, and I think I can work my way through that now.
I just got back from a ride on this bike and have a small review: It handles very well and is really planted, also it feels lighter then my Beta 500 I'll have to side by side weigh them . Power is great for putting traction to the ground, there is very little compression braking compared to other 4t bikes and I prefer it like that, It does not have the front wheel lifting power of bigger or new bike bikes so it takes a little more finesse. I would say it has more power then a KTM 400 but not as much as a 450. I still need to add hand guards and a new seat cover along with some general maintenance, but I am very happy with this bike and I am sure it has a lot of hrs of fun left in it.
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I do a bespoke jetting kit for these with 4 angles of taper on the needle. 100820 in the web shop. I also do the DVSK, it was myself that started the trend (I didn't invent it....just the trend) back in 2003.

the jetting kit, a stronger auto decomp spring, a 'starter repair kit' to lock the starter gears and the DVSK are about all that are needed. the 2004 has 2 other things.

Taffy
 
Taffy said:
I do a bespoke jetting kit for these with 4 angles of taper on the needle. 100820 in the web shop. I also do the DVSK, it was myself that started the trend (I didn't invent it....just the trend) back in 2003.

the jetting kit, a stronger auto decomp spring, a 'starter repair kit' to lock the starter gears and the DVSK are about all that are needed. the 2004 has 2 other things.

Taffy
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I think Taffy also does a waterpump seal upgrade too, he just forgot to tell ya :p .

Little tweaks that are not that expensive that really improve the bike. Workshop manuals with torque specs and all the other info you are seeking are available elsewhere on this site (2004-2008 almost all the same).

I'd show you where, but it is likely better that you poke around the site to get an idea of just how much info is out there and already addressed. I still say this is the best forum on the web regardless of mfg. Yeah, there is the occasional flame war and disagreement, but some seriously quality bike advice available here and worth checking out.
 
Taffy said:
a 'starter repair kit' to lock the starter gears and the DVSK are about all that are needed. the 2004 has 2 other things.

Taffy
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What other two things? I have an 07 FE450. What does the DVSK do? Starter repair kit, lock the starter gears? What is the result of that? My bike starts kick only when cold but button used when engine warm. Have your jetting kit, need to install. ;)
 
The 2004s had the clutch drum upgraded twice afterwards. They also improved the shape of the cam chain tensioner blade to give more support against the chain.

the DVSK are a pair of softer valve springs than the one hard valve spring. Husabergs suffer from bad valvegear wear on the 1989-1003s and aren't so fantastic after this either!

the gears that turn the engine that sit between the starter and the crank slip. there are two of them. the kit repairs them.

cheers

Taffy
 
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