Husqvarna has announced a minor upgrade to its FS 450 supermoto track bike for 2022, which will be available in dealerships starting this fall. The bike will pack a new Brembo hydraulic clutch, providing riders with more precise, fade-free action throughout the duration of any race or trackday.
The 2022 revision follows on the heels of last year’s round of tweaks, which included changes to the chassis and geometry to enhance rider control. It’s been a while since we last rode the FS, but back in 2019 when we spun some laps on the bike we found it to be one of the best in its class.
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It retains its 449.9cc single engine, WP Xact suspension, Brembo braking components, and Pankl Racing Systems five-speed gearbox. Other premium touches that make this bike ready for action straight off the showroom floor include CNC-machined triple clamps, Alpina wheels, ProTaper handlebars, a carbon fiber composite subframe, slipper clutch, and Bridgestone slicks.
Bodywork is tailored for rider control, providing a slim profile and high-grip seat to make it possible to easily maneuver as needed. There are two engine maps riders can choose from, launch control, and traction control.
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The FS 450 also gets some revised graphics, with a little less yellow on the tank and fork than last year’s look. It comes off as a cleaner-looking machine in its 2022 trim thanks to the predominance of Husky’s white and blue. Husqvarna isn’t releasing the official MSRP just yet, but it’s not likely to be far off last year’s $11,299 price tag.
2022 Husqvarna FS 450 Technical Specifications and Price
| Price: | $11,299+ |
| Engine: | 449.9cc, SOHC, liquid-cooled single; 4-valve |
| Bore x Stroke: | 95.0 x 63.4mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 12.8:1 |
| Fuel Delivery: | Keihin EFI w/ 44mm throttle body |
| Clutch: | Suter anti-hopping slipper, Brembo hydraulics |
| Transmission/Final Drive: | 5-speed/chain |
| Frame: | Central double-cradle chrome-moly steel |
| Front Suspension: | 48mm WP Xact inverted fork, fully adjustable; 11.2 in. travel |
| Rear Suspension: | WP Xact shock, fully adjustable; 10.5 in. travel. |
| Front Brake: | Radial-mount 4-piston Brembo caliper, 310mm disc |
| Rear Brake: | 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc |
| Wheels, Front/Rear: | Alpina spoke wheels; 16.5 x 3.5 / 17 x 5.0 |
| Tires, Front/Rear: | Bridgestone R420 slicks; 125/60-16.5 / 165/60-17 |
| Rake/Trail: | 26.1°/TBD in. |
| Wheelbase: | 58.1 in. |
| Seat Height: | 35.0 in. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 1.9 gal. |
| Claimed Dry Weight: | 227 lb. |
| Available: | Fall 2021 |
| Contact: | husqvarna-motorcycles.com |
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com