Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. has announced that the Husqvarna 701 Enduro LR will be coming to the US. The 701 Enduro LR is identical to the 701 Enduro, but features an extended 6.6-gallon fuel tank aimed at off-road riders looking to tackle greater mileage. MSRP in the United States is set at $12,499.
From Press Release:
Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of the 2020 701 Enduro LR, the new long range enduro machine for riders wanting to travel further. Offering additional touring capabilities, thanks to its increased fuel capacity of 6.6 gallons, the 701 Enduro LR features the same advanced electronics as the highly popular 701 Enduro.
Bred from Husqvarna Motorcycles’ 701 Enduro, the brand new 701 Enduro LR provides astounding power-to-weight performance, a Ride-by-Wire throttle system and carefully engineered ergonomics. With its fully integrated 6.6-gallon fuel tanks, it is the perfect machine for extended, adrenaline-filled on-road or offroad adventures, allowing incredible range between fuel stops.
The renowned, torquey, single-cylinder 692.7 cc engine offers a perfectly linear power delivery in all riding conditions. Fitted with cornering ABS, lean angle sensitive Traction Control, switchable Ride Modes and Easy Shift as standard, the 701 Enduro LR is capable of serious adventure riding and long-distance touring.
Extremely well-balanced and delivering impressive agility and handling, the 701 Enduro LR comes fitted with fully-adjustable 48 mm WP XPLOR upside-down forks and a WP XPLOR rear shock, offering 250 mm of wheel travel and excellent all-terrain capabilities.
The 701 Enduro LR comes with its own unique new graphics. Strikingly individual, it features progressive colors that guarantee they stand out in style.
Technical Highlights:
- Lightweight, integrated fuel tanks – additional 3.2-gallon capacity
- Switchable Ride Modes – change power characteristics while riding
- Bosch cornering ABS – lean angle specific braking technology
- Easy Shift function – seamless up- and down shifting for a smoother ride
- Lean-angle sensitive Motorcycle Traction Control – perfect rear wheel traction
- Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame – amazing agility and stability
- Aluminum swingarm – extremely low weight for maximum traction and stability
- Polyamide rear subframe with integrated fuel tank – high-tech, single-piece construction
Ensuring all 701 Enduro LR riders are fully prepared for their next adventure, the Functional Clothing Offroad 2020 collection offers high-quality items that guarantee protection, all-around functionality and comfort. Husqvarna Motorcycles also offers an extensive lineup of Accessories – high-quality items that add additional protection, durability and style to all 701 Enduro LR machines.
The 2020 701 Enduro LR will be available at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles Dealers beginning fall of 2020. For all details on pricing and availability please refer to the Husqvarna Motorcycles website: www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-us.
Alright, you’ve got my libido up. Now, where’s the 701 SuperMoto version? They’re the same bike, essentially, except for the brake discs, wheels, tires, and graphics. You could always buy the retro-kit, but why throw away $$ on the waste plastic you’d have after the conversion? Let’s make this thing, guys! (Seriously, I’ll buy it. Sore butt or not, I’ll use it to go to Texarkana to visit my old flame. She was 18; I was 23. Now, I’m 72, and she’s dead. But, I’ll still go.)