I know, I know this is about Husaberg's, but I recently acquired a 1986 TE510 Husqvarna aircooled 4-stroke.As it was manufactured by the same people I don't feel too guilty or awkward asking if this purchase was a mistake.Seems like I vaguely remember some write-ups about it being unreliable.So if you guys decide not to hunt me down or anything remotely ominous any advice is much appreciated,thanks. :?
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I believe the motor came out in 1984.The oiling system
was causing a lot of motor failures.The 1985s and newer
were better.If yours is still running good just follow the same
mantenance program as we do on Husabergs and it should
hold up about the same.
was causing a lot of motor failures.The 1985s and newer
were better.If yours is still running good just follow the same
mantenance program as we do on Husabergs and it should
hold up about the same.
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my specs show a 1986 husky 510 to be water cooled.are you sure it might not be a different year?i might be wrong it is not always easy to get accurate info.dan.
1986 air-cooled
No according to the Husky Club the 86' is indeed air-cooled.While I'm here how about another question.Would an 86' air-cooled engine bolt into a 2002 TE570 frame?I am considering buying a chassis to upgrade the suspension and brakes.Thanks again for all your help, you guys are the best!
No according to the Husky Club the 86' is indeed air-cooled.While I'm here how about another question.Would an 86' air-cooled engine bolt into a 2002 TE570 frame?I am considering buying a chassis to upgrade the suspension and brakes.Thanks again for all your help, you guys are the best!
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Before I bought my 2001 FC550 I owned a 1986 Husky TC 510 four stroke. That was the last year of the air cooled engine. I bought the bike new and in 15 years of riding and racing I only had to replace one rod,one piston and one cam chain. Still had the original sintered metal clutch plates in it when I sold it. Best bike I ever owned until I got my Berg. Regards, Keith
Before I bought my 2001 FC550 I owned a 1986 Husky TC 510 four stroke. That was the last year of the air cooled engine. I bought the bike new and in 15 years of riding and racing I only had to replace one rod,one piston and one cam chain. Still had the original sintered metal clutch plates in it when I sold it. Best bike I ever owned until I got my Berg. Regards, Keith
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I love old bikes! What a sexy beast! God do I love them!
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Niiice buy!
I have been tempted to find a pre 87 old aircooled WR250 because the first ever bike I owned was the Husky 250WR (87 water cooled one mind you).
Having been a bit of an anorak on Huskies, the water cooled engines were the ones to have, by far!
IIRC 1986 was also the last year they were made in Sweden with 1987 being the first Italian year?
Cheers,
Simon
I have been tempted to find a pre 87 old aircooled WR250 because the first ever bike I owned was the Husky 250WR (87 water cooled one mind you).
Having been a bit of an anorak on Huskies, the water cooled engines were the ones to have, by far!
IIRC 1986 was also the last year they were made in Sweden with 1987 being the first Italian year?
Cheers,
Simon
TE510
mboygood, I also owned that exact year and model TE510. I loved that bike and never had any reliability problems at all in 3 years. I was always careful to inspect the fiber oil reed valve in the engine case because if it fails, you loose oiling to the top end (if I remember correctly). I may even have a spare one of those laying around.
The only reason I sold the bike was I got nervous that under Cagive, parts would be hard to get or cost a fortune. Great Bike for its day.
Husadawg 8)
mboygood, I also owned that exact year and model TE510. I loved that bike and never had any reliability problems at all in 3 years. I was always careful to inspect the fiber oil reed valve in the engine case because if it fails, you loose oiling to the top end (if I remember correctly). I may even have a spare one of those laying around.
The only reason I sold the bike was I got nervous that under Cagive, parts would be hard to get or cost a fortune. Great Bike for its day.
Husadawg 8)
wow what a response!
Never expected such a response, eternally gratefull.Let me know if you want to sell that extra reed valve.What type of oil is the best to run in the bottom-end?Someone recommended only the highest quality fuel or the engine could run hot,is this true?Thanks by the way I paid $550 but had to replace the coil which was $100! 8O
Never expected such a response, eternally gratefull.Let me know if you want to sell that extra reed valve.What type of oil is the best to run in the bottom-end?Someone recommended only the highest quality fuel or the engine could run hot,is this true?Thanks by the way I paid $550 but had to replace the coil which was $100! 8O
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To be honest, I don't remember what I ran in the Husky. In my current berg I run only Mobil 1 100% synthetic 5W30. Haven't had any problems in the 3 years I've had the bike other than having to replace the rocker rollers once. This is normal for the high-strung berg.
If I can find the reed, I'll mail it to you. I have no need for it. I'll look this weekend.
As far as fuel, all I ever run is the highest octane available, usually in the 95-98 range. I've never run anything exotic like aviation fuel because it never seemed necessary. If you run low octane, you do indeed get predetonation (pinging) in higher compression engines which can raise engine temperature and eventually piston damage.
The one other thing I remember about that bike is it seemed like it had two distinct power bands. It pulled like tractor throughout the RPM range as you would expect from a large 4-stroker but just about the time you'd expect the revs to peak, it would catch its 2nd breath and pull hard again to very high rpm. What a bike.
Have fun with the Husky and be safe.
husadawg 8)
To be honest, I don't remember what I ran in the Husky. In my current berg I run only Mobil 1 100% synthetic 5W30. Haven't had any problems in the 3 years I've had the bike other than having to replace the rocker rollers once. This is normal for the high-strung berg.
If I can find the reed, I'll mail it to you. I have no need for it. I'll look this weekend.
As far as fuel, all I ever run is the highest octane available, usually in the 95-98 range. I've never run anything exotic like aviation fuel because it never seemed necessary. If you run low octane, you do indeed get predetonation (pinging) in higher compression engines which can raise engine temperature and eventually piston damage.
The one other thing I remember about that bike is it seemed like it had two distinct power bands. It pulled like tractor throughout the RPM range as you would expect from a large 4-stroker but just about the time you'd expect the revs to peak, it would catch its 2nd breath and pull hard again to very high rpm. What a bike.
Have fun with the Husky and be safe.
husadawg 8)
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1986 Husqvarna 510 TX
Husky threw out the Dell'orto carburetor and put a 34mm Mikuni carb on their big bore 4-stroke bike in '86. Also, the fuel tank was reshaped which added some rider comfort and control.
Power: The 4-stroke Husky had good low-end power, mid-range power, and top-end power. The power transitioned smoothly all the way into the top-end.
Suspension: The TX's (as well as TC model) had good front and dual shock rear suspension that handled all terrain very well.
Handling: The bike turned very well. The bike's light weight was a big handling plus! It was a very stable when coming down from speed and super easy and comfy riding bike at any speed. It was rather wide near the back of the seat and it took a little getting used to.
Reliability: The reliability varied upon owner knowledge. Well maintained machines (i.e. bikes that had engine oil changed often) ran reliably.
Odds & Ends: The rear brake pedal was a bugger to get at when riding. These bikes had a pumpless engine lubrication system. This contributed to the bikes light weight, but many Husky 4 - strokes experienced high engine wear too. The Husky 510 TX (and 500 TC model) wasn't for everyone! A rider should have some 4-stroke experience before living with one of these bikes. It takes some experience, and some late night fine tuning in the garage, to get the most from these machines. Many owners found it was worth the effort. The '86 model did not change appreciably from its '85 model year counterpart. The '86 model received a 40mm Dell'Orto carburetor, a different magneto, a reshaped fuel tank and new decals. The bikes performance was the same as the '85 model.
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Husky threw out the Dell'orto carburetor and put a 34mm Mikuni carb on their big bore 4-stroke bike in '86. Also, the fuel tank was reshaped which added some rider comfort and control.
Power: The 4-stroke Husky had good low-end power, mid-range power, and top-end power. The power transitioned smoothly all the way into the top-end.
Suspension: The TX's (as well as TC model) had good front and dual shock rear suspension that handled all terrain very well.
Handling: The bike turned very well. The bike's light weight was a big handling plus! It was a very stable when coming down from speed and super easy and comfy riding bike at any speed. It was rather wide near the back of the seat and it took a little getting used to.
Reliability: The reliability varied upon owner knowledge. Well maintained machines (i.e. bikes that had engine oil changed often) ran reliably.
Odds & Ends: The rear brake pedal was a bugger to get at when riding. These bikes had a pumpless engine lubrication system. This contributed to the bikes light weight, but many Husky 4 - strokes experienced high engine wear too. The Husky 510 TX (and 500 TC model) wasn't for everyone! A rider should have some 4-stroke experience before living with one of these bikes. It takes some experience, and some late night fine tuning in the garage, to get the most from these machines. Many owners found it was worth the effort. The '86 model did not change appreciably from its '85 model year counterpart. The '86 model received a 40mm Dell'Orto carburetor, a different magneto, a reshaped fuel tank and new decals. The bikes performance was the same as the '85 model.
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I'm not familiar with the TX or TC models. My TE was an 86 and still had a dellorto carb. It worked surprisingly well with none of the low speed hesitation that many big bore 4-strokes of that era suffered. It also had an Ohlins single shock rear suspension. The forks were probably the weak link in the overall handling. Although their action was good, they were on the small side diameter-wise and would flex.
husadawg 8)
I'm not familiar with the TX or TC models. My TE was an 86 and still had a dellorto carb. It worked surprisingly well with none of the low speed hesitation that many big bore 4-strokes of that era suffered. It also had an Ohlins single shock rear suspension. The forks were probably the weak link in the overall handling. Although their action was good, they were on the small side diameter-wise and would flex.
husadawg 8)
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