- Joined
- Jun 24, 2002
- Messages
- 8
- Location
- Kennewick, WA
Well,
First off, I really appreciate all of the Posts that I have read on this website. You guys have been a source of many solutions that I have needed for my ride. But, I have just about had it with Husaberg in general.
My 650 is, without doubt, the most powerful dirtbike I have ever ridden. When I think about ripping down the beach in Florence,Oregon with a Paddle tire, doing 80+ miles per hour and a Rooster tail said to be at least 40 feet into the air, A smile erupts on my face. I don't think a better time could be had. I even had a separated shoulder at the time, I didn't feel a thing it was so fun. I am a big guy and I wanted a big bike. So I got the baddest of the bad boys on the block. My 02 berg had no equal on competition hill, If you've ever been to Florence you know what I mean. I would eat up CRF 450's and I weigh over 290. That's how powerful this bike is.
When I purchased the bike in May of '02 there was supposed to be a promotion of products and service included in the sale of the bike. I have never heard or received of any of these products or services. I have inquired many times to many different distributors and have never received word back except once to say that, yes, the stuff is due to you.
I'm still waiting.
Just when I figured that I had the bike working great, I start having problems. Namely the kickstarter shaft broke off. I have had to replace it twice. Husaberg did replace the second shaft under warranty. Due to "possible heat treating issues" I am still waiting on parts to put it back together fully.
While I was at my local dealer, I was discussing the possible sources of my trouble with the mechanic, when he wanted me to show the parts I was discussing. He took me to the back of the shop and I saw a 02 650 motor on the bench in a state resembling stainless steel hamburger. He asked me, "you have an '02 650, right?"
"Yes, I do." I stated.
He jokingly points and states, "Get ready for this."
My jaw dropped and I feel like I have thrown $7000 plus dollars down the drain.
I have been very good with maintaining my bike. I have dealt with hard start issues with some success. I have been religous with oil changes and valve adjustments. I have checked and rechecked decompress functions and cam wear. I have resigned my self to having a bike with Electric start that does nothing but add weight to the bike, because surely it does not start the bike. What more can I do to prevent the inevitable?
Why has husaberg ignored my emails to them? I have sent a number of them and have had no response.
I took my Berg for a ride in September. September 24th to be exact. It was my Anniversary with my lovely wife and we took the day off to go for a nice ride together. We drove 3+ hours to the location we were to ride. I unloaded her Honda and got it started. I unloaded my Berg and proceeded to bust the Kick starter off again after 3 kicks. We then loaded the bikes back up and went to our local dealer to get started on parts. It is now November and my bike is still not running. What good is this bike to me when I cannot ride it?
I would really like for Husaberg to help me get my issues with this bike resolved. I would like to prevent my counterbalancer from turning into swiss cheese. (no pun intended)
I really, really want to enjoy this bike. I went to lengths to purchase it with absolutely no miles on it so that Only I was responsible for the well being of the bike. I was more than adequate with the break in and maintenance. I am really let down by the lack of reliability and very disappointed with the lack of support by Husaberg. I have been told by many people to put the bike back together and get rid of it.
To do this I will be taking a large loss of value in the bike. The resale of Bergs is pathetic in my area. They do not sell. Heck, the dealer has a 98 501 still sitting in the showroom. Brand new. Only faded by the sun coming through the window.
I have obviously made a poor decision with the purchase of this bike. I hate to admit that. I was so excited when I bought the bike. I now feel more resentment than ever. I should have listened to everybody when I was shopping for the bike. As a local Husky dealer stated, "Husaberg's are hard to live with."
I believe that a Bike should be able to run and operate correctly with the suggested maintenance from the factory manual. If it does not then there is a serious lack of engineering skill that has been integrated into the design. I feel for the others who have posted negative remarks on this website. I now understand what they are going through.
I need to start hearing answers soon or else this happens or maybe it just starts now.
For sale 2002 FE650e. best offer
Kennewick, Wa
(509) 948-0399
Ask for Teddy.
First off, I really appreciate all of the Posts that I have read on this website. You guys have been a source of many solutions that I have needed for my ride. But, I have just about had it with Husaberg in general.
My 650 is, without doubt, the most powerful dirtbike I have ever ridden. When I think about ripping down the beach in Florence,Oregon with a Paddle tire, doing 80+ miles per hour and a Rooster tail said to be at least 40 feet into the air, A smile erupts on my face. I don't think a better time could be had. I even had a separated shoulder at the time, I didn't feel a thing it was so fun. I am a big guy and I wanted a big bike. So I got the baddest of the bad boys on the block. My 02 berg had no equal on competition hill, If you've ever been to Florence you know what I mean. I would eat up CRF 450's and I weigh over 290. That's how powerful this bike is.
When I purchased the bike in May of '02 there was supposed to be a promotion of products and service included in the sale of the bike. I have never heard or received of any of these products or services. I have inquired many times to many different distributors and have never received word back except once to say that, yes, the stuff is due to you.
I'm still waiting.
Just when I figured that I had the bike working great, I start having problems. Namely the kickstarter shaft broke off. I have had to replace it twice. Husaberg did replace the second shaft under warranty. Due to "possible heat treating issues" I am still waiting on parts to put it back together fully.
While I was at my local dealer, I was discussing the possible sources of my trouble with the mechanic, when he wanted me to show the parts I was discussing. He took me to the back of the shop and I saw a 02 650 motor on the bench in a state resembling stainless steel hamburger. He asked me, "you have an '02 650, right?"
"Yes, I do." I stated.
He jokingly points and states, "Get ready for this."
My jaw dropped and I feel like I have thrown $7000 plus dollars down the drain.
I have been very good with maintaining my bike. I have dealt with hard start issues with some success. I have been religous with oil changes and valve adjustments. I have checked and rechecked decompress functions and cam wear. I have resigned my self to having a bike with Electric start that does nothing but add weight to the bike, because surely it does not start the bike. What more can I do to prevent the inevitable?
Why has husaberg ignored my emails to them? I have sent a number of them and have had no response.
I took my Berg for a ride in September. September 24th to be exact. It was my Anniversary with my lovely wife and we took the day off to go for a nice ride together. We drove 3+ hours to the location we were to ride. I unloaded her Honda and got it started. I unloaded my Berg and proceeded to bust the Kick starter off again after 3 kicks. We then loaded the bikes back up and went to our local dealer to get started on parts. It is now November and my bike is still not running. What good is this bike to me when I cannot ride it?
I would really like for Husaberg to help me get my issues with this bike resolved. I would like to prevent my counterbalancer from turning into swiss cheese. (no pun intended)
I really, really want to enjoy this bike. I went to lengths to purchase it with absolutely no miles on it so that Only I was responsible for the well being of the bike. I was more than adequate with the break in and maintenance. I am really let down by the lack of reliability and very disappointed with the lack of support by Husaberg. I have been told by many people to put the bike back together and get rid of it.
To do this I will be taking a large loss of value in the bike. The resale of Bergs is pathetic in my area. They do not sell. Heck, the dealer has a 98 501 still sitting in the showroom. Brand new. Only faded by the sun coming through the window.
I have obviously made a poor decision with the purchase of this bike. I hate to admit that. I was so excited when I bought the bike. I now feel more resentment than ever. I should have listened to everybody when I was shopping for the bike. As a local Husky dealer stated, "Husaberg's are hard to live with."
I believe that a Bike should be able to run and operate correctly with the suggested maintenance from the factory manual. If it does not then there is a serious lack of engineering skill that has been integrated into the design. I feel for the others who have posted negative remarks on this website. I now understand what they are going through.
I need to start hearing answers soon or else this happens or maybe it just starts now.
For sale 2002 FE650e. best offer
Kennewick, Wa
(509) 948-0399
Ask for Teddy.