In 1995 KTM purchased Husaberg. In 2007 it was announced they were working on something radical hoping to push the design envelope and introduced the first “bent Bergs”. The model run went from 2009-2012, after which they were discontinued and the Bergs became rebadged KTMs.
This radical departure from a standard engine configuration entailed bending the cylinder over to 70 degrees from vertical and modifying the bottom-end to suit. The results were met with industry praise and rider delight as they were applauded for great handling. There were three models produced in 390cc, 450cc and 570cc variants.
I purchased this Husaberg FE570 in 2009 when they were first released. Based around a KTM 450 EXC-F top-end, the bigger bore and stroke in the FE570 meant the bike had a cracking good mid-range and performance.
I purchased the bike with a full spare set of black plastics (I'm glad I
