We drove: Husqvarna MX 2019 – even better than 2018

New items for the next year were tested by all models, but we were able to test the line of four-stroke motorcycles only on a sandy track near Bratislava. It's no secret that Husqvarna's design strives for the best handling and a good feeling for the driver, so it comes as no surprise that there have been many changes to the frame that are slightly lighter on all models than this year, all backed up by more adjustable WP shock absorbers.

In addition to the weight and shape of the frame, its color is also new, as white has been replaced by blue. The all-new Husqvarnas also boast a redesigned engine and transmission as well as a redesigned exhaust system, but most of the changes have been made to the 450cc engine with an all-new engine head.

However, I felt these changes on the track, especially in acceleration, where all the bikes, especially the ones mentioned earlier, have a lot of power that is difficult to control at certain points. All four-strokes have a more powerful lithium battery for starting the engine, and drivers of these models will be able to choose between two different engine maps, traction control and start systems, but the settings are slightly different from last year's. ...

Mention should also be made of the look, which has changed radically since last year and has generated a lot of controversy among motocross enthusiasts. Here I would like to emphasize the reshaped side plastic so that motocross riders in deep channels will no longer have to face our boots getting stuck next to it.

In addition, I would also highlight the width of the bikes, which has become significantly narrower since last year. This allows the driver to squeeze it more easily with their feet and therefore better control, which is especially noticeable in corners. I would also like to point out the power-to-agility ratio that undoubtedly reigns supreme in the FC 350, for which this model is truly famous. The suspension adds lightness, which copes well with both jumping and unevenness during braking and acceleration. Also worth mentioning are the Brembo brakes, which provide very difficult braking, which is extremely important for the rider's well-being and, as a result, faster lap times in races. That these are great bikes is also confirmed by the fact that Zach Osborne and Jason Anderson won the Supercross World Championship title this year with such models.