Husqvarna 310 TE

1. Review

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It’s one of the oldest tricks in the book: Take a lightweight chassis, insert an engine that is physically the same size as the original but has more displacement, and reap the benefits of a superior power-to-weight ratio. This is essentially what Husqvarna has done with the TE310, a bored-and-stroked version of the TE250 we reviewed in March 2010. The end result is a street-legal enduro/dual-purpose bike that strikes an appealing balance between being too big and being too small.

The compact TC250-derived dohc engine’s bore and stroke were increased from 79.0 x 50.9mm to 82.0 x 57.3mm. Fueling is handled by a Mikuni EFI system, just like the TE250, but the 310 gets a 45mm throttle body instead of the 250’s 42mm unit.

The 310’s power output is impressive when compared to its smaller TE sibling, as one might expect. The 302cc mill’s top-end performance is similar to that of a Japanese 250cc motocrosser, but with more bottom-end grunt provided by the larger displacement.

Due to poor fuel mapping, one of our complaints about the 2010 TE250 was a lean spot and subsequent bog right off idle. The throttle response on the 310 is noticeably improved, but there is still a slight burble at the top of the rev range. Despite its smaller displacement, the TE will blow bigger Japanese dual-sport bikes like the Suzuki DR-Z400S and Honda XR650L into the dust.

2. Highlights

What makes the TE310 so appealing is its light weight. It is significantly lighter than any 450 dual-sport enduro and not much heavier than a Lites-class MXer at a claimed 234 pounds dry. This low mass, when combined with an excellent chassis and steering, results in flickable handling and immediate response to rider input. And the 48mm Kayaba fork and Sachs shock are well-balanced from front to back—except when pushed hard on a rock-strewn grass track or landing from bigger jumps, when both the fork and shock were too soft. However, the suspension should be adequate for typical enduro riding.

The TE310 is a lot of fun off-road and on tight, twisty asphalt roads—think supermoto on knobbies. If you need a dual-sport bike for commuting, you should look elsewhere. Because stock gearing isn’t designed for long-distance cruising, you’re stuck in sixth gear, hoping for “seventh” or another dirt trail to appear.

Another issue we had with the TE line was the short range of the fuel tank, which Husky has addressed with the new 310. The fuel tank capacity has been increased from 1.9 to 2.2 gallons, which is an improvement but may still be insufficient for unsupported expeditions into remote areas.

Fortunately, the Husky’s few flaws can be addressed through aftermarket modifications. Its excellent power-to-weight ratio, flickable handling, and extra low-rpm grunt make it an appealing package, particularly for anyone looking for a lightweight, street-legal enduro that will spend more time in the dirt than on the road.

3. Specs

ENGINE

TRANSMISSION

WHEELS & TIRES

BRAKES

SUSPENSION

STEERING

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SEATS

EXTERIOR

INSTRUMENTATION

PRICING

IDENTIFICATION

PAINT & FINISH

LIGHTS

GLASS

CONVENIENCE

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