Two wheel domination ?

[Highflyer]

Second attempt looks much more interesting.

Husqvarna introduces new models for 2019

Husqvarna has a few surprises in store for their 2019 lineup. The young ebike brand has redesigned its look and is launching three exiting new eMTBs.

Husqvarna presents an entirely new lineup for the 2019 seasonNew look
Some eMTBs are barely distinguishable from regular bikes with their discreetly integrated motors, but Husqvarna sees the motor as a central element in the design, drawing attention to it instead. The so-called Skeleton Interface accommodates the motor without hiding it, separating it visually from the front triangle. The break in design convention is emphasised by the colour scheme also, giving the new range of bikes a striking look. To protect the exposed motor, they’ve mounted a sturdy looking skid-plate along the underside. Another characteristic design element of the new Husqvarna bikes is the low slung top tube.

Husqvarna’s new design is featured on all their models, visually separating the motor from the front triangleFull speed ahead with Shimano
As with their previous models, Husqvarna is relying solely on the Shimano STEPS system when it comes to the motors. The full suspension bikes are outfitted with STEPS E8000 motors, whereby some of the controls and shifters will feature the recently introduced STEPS E7000 series. Also, Husqvarna says goodbye to last year’s snake batteries, relying in future on fully integrated intube batteries from Simplo. Most of them will have a capacity of 600 Wh; the more affordable bikes in the range will come with a 500 Wh battery.

The new Husqvarna bikes come with fully integrated batteries and up to 600 Wh capacityHusqvarna Extreme Cross 27.5
The new star of the 2019 lineup is the Husqvarna Extreme Cross offering 200 mm of rear travel. The eMTB for downhillers and enduro riders will come in two build options for € 6,399 and € 7,999 respectively, both equipped with the large 600 Wh battery.
Husqvarna Extreme Cross EXC10

Fork FOX 40 FLOAT Performance 200 mm
Shock FOX DHX2 200 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano XTR
Brakes Shimano XTR 4-piston
Wheels DT Swiss FR1950
Tires Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5″x2.6″
Price € 7,999

Husqvarna Extreme Cross EXC9

Fork SR Suntour RUX 200 mm
Shock SR Suntour RS19-TRIAIR 3CR 200 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano Saint
Brakes Shimano Saint
Wheels DT Swiss FR1950
Tires Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5″x2.6″
Price € 6,399
Geometry of the Husqvarna Extreme Cross 27.5
Size 42 44 48 Seat tube420 mm440 mm460 mmTop tube580 mm610 mm644 mmHead tube120 mm120 mm140 mmHead angle65°65°65°Seat angle76°76°76°Chainstays455 mm455 mm455 mmWheelbase1230 mm1260 mm1298 mmReach425 mm455 mm485 mmStack620 mm620 mm638 mm Husqvarna Hard Cross 27.5
If you want downhill performance but find the EXC a bit extreme, the Husqvarna Hard Cross is more likely to suit your needs. With 180 mm of travel there won’t be much it’ll shy away from, and you’ll have a choice of three models starting from € 4,599 to € 7,199.
Husqvarna Hard Cross HC9

Fork FOX 36 FLOAT Factory 180 mm
Shock FOX Float X2 Factory 180 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano XT Di2
Brakes Shimano XT 4-piston
Wheels HX 1501 Spline ONE 35
Tires Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5″x2.6″
Price € 7,199

Husqvarna Hard Cross HC8

Fork FOX 36 FLOAT Performance 180 mm
Shock FOX Float X2 Factory 180 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano XT
Brakes Shimano BR-MT520
Wheels H 1900 Spline 35
Tires Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5″x2.6″
Price € 5,999
Husqvarna Hard Cross HC7

Fork SR Suntour Durolux 180 mm
Shock SR Suntour TRIAIR-RC 180 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 500 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano SLX
Brakes Shimano BR-MT520
Wheels Formula / Ryde
Tires Schwalbe Magic Mary 27,5″x2,6″
Price 4.599 €
Geometry of the Husqvarna Hard Cross 27.5
Size 42 44 46 48 Seat tube420 mm440 mm460 mm480 mmTop tube589 mm609 mm633 mm654 mmHead tube120 mm120 mm140 mm140 mmHead angle66°66°66°66°Seat angle76°76°76°76°Chainstays455 mm455 mm455 mm455 mmWheelbase1212 mm1232 mm1260 mm1280 mmReach435 mm455 mm475 mm495 mmStack618 mm618 mm636 mm636 mm Husqvarna Mountain Cross 27.5
The most balanced bike of the 2019 series probably is the new Husqvarna Mountain Cross. With 150 mm of travel, it is equally at home on long tours and trails, prices starting at € 4,399 for the MC5. The MC9 features an electronic Shimano XT Di2 drivetrain and high-end FOX suspension.
Husqvarna Mountain Cross MC8

Fork FOX 34 FLOAT Performance 150 mm
Shock FOX Float DPS Performance 150 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano XT Di2
Brakes Shimano XT 4-piston
Wheels H 1900 Spline
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance
Price € 6,199
Husqvarna Mountain Cross MC7

Fork FOX 34 FLOAT Performance 150 mm
Shock FOX Float DPS Performance 150 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 600 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano XT
Brakes Shimano BR-MT520
Wheels H 1900 Spline
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance
Price € 5,499
Husqvarna Mountain Cross MC6

Fork FOX 34 FLOAT Performance 150 mm
Shock FOX Float DPS Performance 150 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 500 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano SLX
Brakes Shimano BR-MT520
Wheels Formula / Ryde
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance
Price € 4,899
Husqvarna Mountain Cross MC5

Fork SR Suntour Aion 150 mm
Shock SR Suntour TRIAir TR RC150 mm
Motor/Battery Shimano STEPS E8000 / Simplo 500 Wh
Drivetrain Shimano Deore
Brakes Shimano BR-MT520
Wheels Formula / Ryde
Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance
Price € 4,399
Geometry of the Husqvarna Extreme Cross 27.5
Size 40 44 48 52 Seat tube400 mm440 mm480 mm520 mmTop tube596 mm611 mm636 mm656 mmHead tbube120 mm120 mm140 mm140 mmHead angle67°67°67°67°Seat angle76°76°76°76°Chainstays444 mm444 mm444 mm444 mmWheelbase1191 mm1206 mm1234 mm1254 mmReach445 mm460 mm480 mm500 mmStack606 mm606 mm624 mm624 mm First impression
Husqvarna has not only significantly expanded their range for 2019 but visually sets itself apart from the competition. The unique integration of the motor combined with the striking new colour schemes is a real eye-catcher. We’re curious how the new bikes will ride and looking forward to an extensive review.
More info coming soon at husqvarna-bicycles.com

 

[Mabman]

Given this: KTM industries launches electric bicycle brand - electrive.com

Ms. Puello is my kind of gal. She got the eMtb going at Accell (Haibike) and then must have seen their long range plans, that ended up with their latest offering, and left to continue her vision which the above represents. (this is not fact btw just my take and I'm a sucker for blonds of a certain age...)

1: It looks like an eMtb and doesn't hide the fact that it is. Seriously who cares? E Bikes are well out of the closet now aren't they? I find that sometimes the hiding of the fact just highlights it and these bikes are all about the business of getting up and down and dirty as the Husky brand has always been.

2: Their use of Simplo: LEV High Power suggests to me that at least the higher end models might have 21700 cells aboard as Simplo is in on them according to my source of info.

3: It's got a skid plate.

 

[Slowroller]

Skid plate, long travel and coil shocks, moving in the right direction. A big improvement over the previous line

 

[R120]

I suspect made in the Astro factory in taiwan as has a lot of similarities to the Mondraker/Haibike/Vitus bikes out there - definitely some models within the rand worth taking note of

 

[Tori]

Very nice indeed. I have a couple of Husqvarna dirt bikes . . . I'd quite like a Husky EMTB - the long travel version looks very very sexy.

 

[R120]

I wonder why they haven't put the Fox 36's on the shorter travel bikes, always think 34's are a bit lightweight for an Ebike.

 

[Kiwi in Wales]

Good to see that anyone thinking of getting a new ebike or upgrading their current ebike will have almost every base covered. The only problem I see is which one do you go for?

One of the many new Huskys above?
E Zesty?
Haibike TQ?
New Levo?
New Kenevo?
New Pivot?
New Trek?

The choices are increasing on an almost daily basis which is fanatastic but a bit scary as I want a piece of all of them.

 

[JimD]

Would sure like to get my hands on one of the new Husqvarna Extreme Cross.

 

[Al Boneta]

I wonder why they haven't put the Fox 36's on the shorter travel bikes, always think 34's are a bit lightweight for an Ebike.

Too flexy. But these Huskies look really good

 

[JimD]

My DVO forks feel too flex as well. That's one of the features that makes me feel Husky might be going in a good direction. Hard to tell from the limited pictures I could find but it looks like the rear shock linkage might be stiffer as well.

Too flexy. But these Huskies look really good

I agree on the flexy part. My DVO is too flexy in my opinion as well. That’s one thing that makes me feel Husky might be heading in a good direction.
Hard to tel from limited pictures available but it also looks like the rear suspension linkage might be stiffer as well. Forgive me for the urban bomber tires but here in Vegas it’s too hot for the trails right now.

 

[JimD]

Sorry if I buggered up the reply. Had to switch to my phone to add pictures.

 

[Mabman]

Four bar meet Faux bar. That Husky needs a mud guard.