New 2024.5 Husqvarna FC 250 and FC 450 Rockstar Edition Specs
Cycle News Staff | December 14, 2023
New Rockstar Edition Husqvarnas were announced today with the FC 250 and FC 450 models being unveiled. Like its KTM relative, the Husqvarna receives a new frame and revised suspension settings along with the Offroad Connectivity Unit. Being a “Rockstar Edition” also gives owners accessories like Factory Racing wheels and triple clamps, an FMF Racing Factory 4.1 silencer, and the Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing graphics.
The new Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO), which is fitted to the fork leg behind the front number plate, and the front-fender-mounted GPS sensor. Once the CUO is paired with the Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles app on a rider’s smartphone, and with the engine feature on the app open, a choice of pre-set engine maps, based on pre-defined track conditions, can be customized and saved. Riders can also refine the engine braking, Launch and Traction Control settings, as well as the sensitivity of the Quickshifter for a more personalised riding experience.
Along with the ability to create engine map settings, the app includes suspension set-up recommendations to ensure riders compete with the best set-up on every type of circuit. Additionally, the GPS sensor records every on-track session and allows riders to analyse their performance within the rider feature, which is powered by LITPro, inside the Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles app. This is useful for riders looking to find the fastest lines on a racetrack in order to reduce their lap times.
- New Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO) and GPS allows for customization of engine mapping and detailed track performance analysis
- New Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing graphics applied using advanced in-mould technology
- Revised chromium molybdenum steel frame and rear shock linkage reduces chassis rigidity for increased cornering agility and rider comfort
- Refined bodywork offers specifically tailored ergonomics for easier movement on the motorcycle
- Updated suspension settings lead to optimal balance together with the new frame
- Topology optimized die-cast aluminum swing arm provides optimal rigidity at the lowest possible weight
- Quickshifter provides seamless upward gear changes
- High performance Brembo hydraulic clutch and brake systems
- Aluminium-polyamide hybrid subframe construction provides specifically calculated rigidity and advanced durability
- WP XACT 48 mm front forks with AER technology offer more progressive end-of-stroke damping
- WP XACT rear shock design with CFD optimized main piston and tool free adjusters
- Multifunctional Map Switch houses the Quickshifter, Traction Control, and Launch Control buttons
- FMF Racing Factory 4.1 silencer
- Factory Racing CNC-machined triple clamps with adjustable offset [20 – 22 mm]
- Factory Racing wheel set features EXCEL Takasago rims and black anodised CNC machined hubs
- 2K Carbon composite skid plate for advanced protection and durability
- 2K Carbon composite front brake disc guard for added protection
- Factory Racing holeshot device fitted as standard
- Soft, grey ODI lock-on grips for the highest level of comfort
- GUTS Factory high grip seat cover
- Premium-quality ProTaper handlebar and bar pad
- Electric starter powered by a lightweight Li-Ion 2.0 Ah battery
The 2024.5 Rockstar Editions will debut at Anaheim 1 in early 2024 before hitting dealerships around mid-February.