Here, I sit in my Lazyboy, recovering from a successful cancer surgery. Wishing instead I was riding my KTM. At only 53, I have a whole new perspective about my life. As soon as I am fully recovered, I am going to purchase myself a new 2024 Husqvarna FE501S when they hit the showroom floor. Screw the Red Corvette! ✊️😁
I've seen a few of your videos. You have skills... I'm 57, at least for another week. I took up dual sport riding a couple of years ago and love it... However, I don't have many people to ride with, so I like the idea of just getting out there, of course, being smart about it.
Your sister is absolutely correct. Your words of wisdom are words to live by every day. There is no tomorrow...only today. I love my 501 too. Some of the best riding is what’s in your backyard...from Phelan, CA. Great video man. 👍🏻
5.30 Life's journey is not to arrive at the graveside safely, with a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "holy shit, what a ride.
I like that, Graeme.... You're hard core... I've been looking for people to ride Colorado's Alpine Loop in June. No luck thus far... Looks like I'll be doing it alone. What are your thoughts on a novice doing that ride alone? Thanks.
I HAD ONE OF THESE HUSKY 510 WHEN THEY FIRST CAME OUT IN 88 ,I RODE IT HARD FOR 11 YEARS AND IT NEVER FAILED ME ONCE GREAT BIKE..MY FRIEND CARL WHO HAD A YZ125 RODE IT AND SAID THIS BIKE INSULTS THE TRAILS ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS KEEPING A REAR TIRE ON IT..EVERY THIRD RIDE THE TIRE WAS SHOT...GREETINGS FROM THE PHILIPPINES MO
Great ride! You hit it head on about getting out and riding. I should be picking up a 501 on Monday. I can't wait to get out and ride. The demo ride made a believer out of me.
That 501 is a real tractor! Great video. I’m just about ready to pull the trigger on a 501. This video really helped me to make sure of that decision? Thank you! Subscribed.
Just put a deposit on a new 2023. Should get it in a couple of weeks. I'll be in the mountains any time I'm not working... Never ridden one, but I had a ton of fun adventures on my WR250R, so I figure this is going to be next level awesomeness! Lighter, more powerful, better suspension, and a hydraulic clutch. All sounds good to me.
@@KTMMO615 Ended up finding a slightly used 2021 with extras. Just went out for my first ride today. What a machine!!!! I can't believe how much better than the WR250R it is...
Love your attitude! I have worked waaay too much in my life and missed out on lots of good times..and riding! It’s time for me to change that. At 52, it’s really hitting me hard how short life is.
Love the video! Doing some of the single track with vertical drop off on one side is a hard no for me, my sphincter muscle clinch would make the operation of the motorcycle almost impossible.
You got it right! Always want to ride more. Just trying to fit it in work, house remodeling, yard work, firewood.... it's really hard to get away but I just go anyway. I'm not getting any younger. Great video. 👍 My 501 is stock in the motor and exhaust. Does the cooling fan come on a majority of the time? It does on mine. Talked to other 501 owners, it seems to be about 50% of them have the same problem. If it's even a problem. I don't think it's overheating.
Sweet ride man, the bike and it operation. Is the Husky as similar to the KTM 500 exc as people say? I've heard the only significant difference is in the suspension... a linkage in the rear and different spring rates up front.
Yes, the KTM has the PDS rear shock. The HUSKY is linkage. Also the rear subframes are slightly different. Others than that, they’re the same bike. Very good do it all machines.
great video! If you want to ride even more, buy a timbersled kit so you can ride all year :D Thats what im gonna do, but I live in the northern part of sweden where the summer is just too short..
I listened to your words a little after the 2:30 minute. I relate so much to your every word. There are no words to describe how right you are!!What state is this in the USA COLORADO? Almost 3 years since the video, are you still with the 501? your riding is great!!
This is Northern Utah, right up near the Idaho border. Beautiful country! Yes, still have my beloved 501. Just waiting for the snow to melt up in the mountains. We had record setting snowfall this winter so it could be a while before I can get back up there.
Hello, It is exactly the same trip I did for severals months with my 701. But this week I sold it and going to replace by a… 501. Nearly 95 lbs lighter 😅. Yes it is a great bike. You have a serious docking system for your gps. Do you have the référence of it please ? Éric from France.
I’ve got Flexxbars on it and rigged up a homemade mount to hold the Trailtech gps. I’ve owned three 690’s, and sold three 690’s. 501 has stayed put. Love it!
Fantastic bike, ...... if you have a lot of road use, look into rubber blocks ( cush drive ) ..... supposedly protecting shaft from premature wearing.... Did you came across Sasquatch yet ?
It’s not to bad. I run Flexxbars and they help reduce vibes. It’s definitely not meant to run down the freeway, but for shorter jumps between dirt it’s completely tolerable.
Csdude34 Hi there! Very envious of the beautiful rides you have in UT. I also ride a FE501 and I'm curious to know what tires you run n on it? Keep the great videos coming .
Currently I’m running Dunlop AT81’s with Tubliss. They are full on dirt tires, but as long as you keep your corner speeds down they actually do pretty good on the road.
My 2021 had so much engine vibration I sold it. Heard euros getting massive run out out of the crank to fix it. I had antivibe everything and it was intolerable on the road with balanced slicks.
Usually run 15 in rear, and 18 up front. BUT, I recently had a tubliss failure on me! The inner tube split right at the valve stem. I normally carry a spare 21 tube but didn’t have it with me that day. Thank goodness for my Garmin Inreach. I was able to text a buddy to come get me with his truck. I still rode it several miles chewing the tire and rim up to get back to the main dirt road to meet my friend. I had the same tubliss failue a couple years ago on another bike. I’ve since gone to heavy duty tubes and run around the same psi. And, I always carry a spare tube now.
@@KTMMO615 s#%t happens when you don’t want it to. Some heavy duty zip ties carried in the bag are handy to place around tyre and rim will get you home slowly. Stops the tyre coming off the rim.
Great video! I’ve been looking to pick up the 501s so I can take it on short rides. I’ve been reading some feedback that the 501 Husky has alot of vibration? What’s your thoughts?
No more vibration than any other big single I’ve owned. I’ve ridden it on 50+ mile pavement stretches many times and never thought it was very bad. When I finally wear this one out, I will bring a new one home. Love the 501!
Hey, update on mine. I turned the idle up and got used to slipping the clutch more than I think I should. Plus I feel like maybe the throttle plate broke in a little so it's not so abrupt when I Crack the throttle. Anyways thanks for the tip.
I have watched several reviews of The FE 501 Husky,and Everyone Loves how the Bike Performs on The Trail!,but Most People complain about how the Bike is on The Pavement!,The Bike has a Lot of Vibration Problems on Asphalt!,and the rear fender and taillight assembly is real weak and Cheap!
chris sowder This is National Forest land. Yes, there are roads, two track, and single track throughout the whole are. Basically from where I live you can ride clear to Canada off road. Search "Tour of Idaho" for vids. Utah and Idaho have some amazing mountains to ride! Cheers!
Tomorrow is not a date. June 1st is a date. You have to be precise to follow through. That's why New Years resolutions fail, "I want to lose weight". How about I'm going to lose 10lbs by March _____. Much more likely to get it done. End rant.
Would this bike be too high maintenance for city/mixed highway delivery? I wanted to do organ transport for a local hospital but I may just look at a drz400 for street riding
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Here, I sit in my Lazyboy, recovering from a successful cancer surgery. Wishing instead I was riding my KTM. At only 53, I have a whole new perspective about my life. As soon as I am fully recovered, I am going to purchase myself a new 2024 Husqvarna FE501S when they hit the showroom floor. Screw the Red Corvette! ✊️😁
Hell yeah!!
Just had a Basal Cell Carcinoma cut out of my neck. Puts your life and time in perspective. Get busy living brother! 👍
@@KTMMO615 That it does!
I just ran into somebody that just beat cancer and he was out riding so I wish the best and look forward to seeing you on the trail!
@@Darren_Elliott_71 Thank you!
I've seen a few of your videos. You have skills... I'm 57, at least for another week. I took up dual sport riding a couple of years ago and love it... However, I don't have many people to ride with, so I like the idea of just getting out there, of course, being smart about it.
Your sister is absolutely correct. Your words of wisdom are words to live by every day. There is no tomorrow...only today. I love my 501 too. Some of the best riding is what’s in your backyard...from Phelan, CA. Great video man. 👍🏻
5.30 Life's journey is not to arrive at the graveside safely, with a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "holy shit, what a ride.
I like that, Graeme.... You're hard core... I've been looking for people to ride Colorado's Alpine Loop in June. No luck thus far... Looks like I'll be doing it alone. What are your thoughts on a novice doing that ride alone? Thanks.
Hunter S. Thompson r.i.p.
~Hunter S.Thompson.
Awesome vue on life, love the 501, great trails and scenic view points
I love this! I have my 501 setup for tight single track and absolutely love riding with the 2 strokes in the bush! Such a great machine...
What is your set-up if you don’t mind me asking?
I HAD ONE OF THESE HUSKY 510 WHEN THEY FIRST CAME OUT IN 88 ,I RODE IT HARD FOR 11 YEARS AND IT NEVER FAILED ME ONCE GREAT BIKE..MY FRIEND CARL WHO HAD A YZ125 RODE IT AND SAID THIS BIKE INSULTS THE TRAILS ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS KEEPING A REAR TIRE ON IT..EVERY THIRD RIDE THE TIRE WAS SHOT...GREETINGS FROM THE PHILIPPINES MO
Fe501 is the best do it all bike. I love mine. Awesome ride you had.
Right on! I have a very similar philosophy. Ride, ride, and go ride some more. Thanks for the great video and inspiration!
Nice ride and some great views. Thanks for sharing.
Great vid. It was cool drone shot with arms up. Cant get any better.
Good stuff right there. I’m coming back to Bear lake soon. You just sealed that for me!!
Love it. We share so many of the same philosophies about moto and life! Thanks for sharing.
Great ride!
You hit it head on about getting out and riding.
I should be picking up a 501 on Monday. I can't wait to get out and ride. The demo ride made a believer out of me.
That 501 is a real tractor! Great video. I’m just about ready to pull the trigger on a 501. This video really helped me to make sure of that decision? Thank you! Subscribed.
Love my 501 and coming from a moto background it is the best do it all bike! Desert, mountains, trails, track, best option if you like it all!
does the 501 take quite alot of muscling on the single track ?
@@kevincraig8257 nope not if you use your legs to move the bike by shifting your weight on the pegs.. love mine except for the vibration
@@DualsportDisport thanks I'm getting up there in age but still not wanting to admit it just yet I'll give her a go
Just put a deposit on a new 2023. Should get it in a couple of weeks. I'll be in the mountains any time I'm not working... Never ridden one, but I had a ton of fun adventures on my WR250R, so I figure this is going to be next level awesomeness! Lighter, more powerful, better suspension, and a hydraulic clutch. All sounds good to me.
Awesome!! It really is a great bike!
@@KTMMO615 Ended up finding a slightly used 2021 with extras. Just went out for my first ride today. What a machine!!!! I can't believe how much better than the WR250R it is...
@@phreenom Hows the vibes? May go the same route WR-501s
I SHOULD ADD THAT I AM 84 NOW ANND I RIDE A 2022 HUSKY 150 2 STROKE,ITS A GREAT BIKE TOO,ALL I CAN HANDLE
Awesome! Never stop!
Nice work mate nice scenery and beast of a bike, keen to get one next year 👍🇦🇺
Very wise man,enjoy ,live,ride greetings from sweden !
Looks really fun, great video.
Great attitude man...take life by the horns while you can!
Nice video of a good day out.
Love your attitude! I have worked waaay too much in my life and missed out on lots of good times..and riding! It’s time for me to change that. At 52, it’s really hitting me hard how short life is.
Amen brother! Get busy living!
Excellent video! Thanks!
Great advice...enjoy life and get out and do it
Love the video! Doing some of the single track with vertical drop off on one side is a hard no for me, my sphincter muscle clinch would make the operation of the motorcycle almost impossible.
Very cool video!
Tooooo true my friend. Keep up the good work, I mean play, brother!!
Great video
Great approach to life,thks.JHB-SA.
You got it right! Always want to ride more. Just trying to fit it in work, house remodeling, yard work, firewood.... it's really hard to get away but I just go anyway. I'm not getting any younger. Great video. 👍 My 501 is stock in the motor and exhaust. Does the cooling fan come on a majority of the time? It does on mine. Talked to other 501 owners, it seems to be about 50% of them have the same problem. If it's even a problem. I don't think it's overheating.
My fan blows plenty when the trail gets slow and steep. It’s normal. Keep it pinned!
Great attitude, but very common to our off road MC brothers.
well done!
Amén!
I have a GS1250 and a CRF250 (that is going to be replaced by a 501) and I am having much more fun off road than on road with the GS.
Follow your passion :)
Sweet ride man, the bike and it operation. Is the Husky as similar to the KTM 500 exc as people say? I've heard the only significant difference is in the suspension... a linkage in the rear and different spring rates up front.
Yes, the KTM has the PDS rear shock. The HUSKY is linkage. Also the rear subframes are slightly different. Others than that, they’re the same bike. Very good do it all machines.
great video! If you want to ride even more, buy a timbersled kit so you can ride all year :D Thats what im gonna do, but I live in the northern part of sweden where the summer is just too short..
I listened to your words a little after the 2:30 minute. I relate so much to your every word. There are no words to describe how right you are!!What state is this in the USA COLORADO? Almost 3 years since the video, are you still with the 501? your riding is great!!
This is Northern Utah, right up near the Idaho border. Beautiful country! Yes, still have my beloved 501. Just waiting for the snow to melt up in the mountains. We had record setting snowfall this winter so it could be a while before I can get back up there.
Hello, It is exactly the same trip I did for severals months with my 701. But this week I sold it and going to replace by a… 501. Nearly 95 lbs lighter 😅. Yes it is a great bike. You have a serious docking system for your gps. Do you have the référence of it please ? Éric from France.
I’ve got Flexxbars on it and rigged up a homemade mount to hold the Trailtech gps. I’ve owned three 690’s, and sold three 690’s. 501 has stayed put. Love it!
Fantastic bike, ...... if you have a lot of road use, look into rubber blocks ( cush drive ) ..... supposedly protecting shaft from premature wearing....
Did you came across Sasquatch yet ?
No sign of Bigfoot yet! LOL
Can you just tell me that the vibrations thru the pegs and bars are tolerable on the street so I can go pull the trigger on the new one. Thx.
It’s not to bad. I run Flexxbars and they help reduce vibes. It’s definitely not meant to run down the freeway, but for shorter jumps between dirt it’s completely tolerable.
The 2022s have better balancing
What a great bike. Is that the stock exhaust?
@@billbates5475 it’s an FMF slip on. Bike runs so good!
Csdude34
Hi there! Very envious of the beautiful rides you have in UT. I also ride a FE501 and I'm curious to know what tires you run n on it? Keep the great videos coming .
Currently I’m running Dunlop AT81’s with Tubliss. They are full on dirt tires, but as long as you keep your corner speeds down they actually do pretty good on the road.
My 2021 had so much engine vibration I sold it. Heard euros getting massive run out out of the crank to fix it. I had antivibe everything and it was intolerable on the road with balanced slicks.
That’s not good. This is a 2018 and it’s not to bad.
I heard the Beta's have less vibration, could anyone comment on that, thanks
Great video and scenery.
Very impressed with your 501.
What tyre pressures do you run in the tubliss system ?
Usually run 15 in rear, and 18 up front. BUT, I recently had a tubliss failure on me! The inner tube split right at the valve stem. I normally carry a spare 21 tube but didn’t have it with me that day. Thank goodness for my Garmin Inreach. I was able to text a buddy to come get me with his truck. I still rode it several miles chewing the tire and rim up to get back to the main dirt road to meet my friend. I had the same tubliss failue a couple years ago on another bike. I’ve since gone to heavy duty tubes and run around the same psi. And, I always carry a spare tube now.
@@KTMMO615 s#%t happens when you don’t want it to.
Some heavy duty zip ties carried in the bag are handy to place around tyre and rim will get you home slowly.
Stops the tyre coming off the rim.
Great video! I’ve been looking to pick up the 501s so I can take it on short rides. I’ve been reading some feedback that the 501 Husky has alot of vibration? What’s your thoughts?
No more vibration than any other big single I’ve owned. I’ve ridden it on 50+ mile pavement stretches many times and never thought it was very bad. When I finally wear this one out, I will bring a new one home. Love the 501!
What do you run for hand guards? I’ve been wanting to run the flex bars but haven’t seen much for compatible hand guards
Sickass racing hand guards. I have flexx bars on it, and they work great.
This is one of the videos that made me decide to get one. Mine flames out if I try to lug it at all. Did you have to get a ecu or tuner?
No ecu or tuner, I did desmog it and turn the idle up just a little. I’ve only had it stall a couple time’s really chugging it down low.
OK thanks I'll start with that before I spend a bunch of money. Kinda disappointing that I spent so much money and my 91 XR600 runs way better.
Hey, update on mine. I turned the idle up and got used to slipping the clutch more than I think I should.
Plus I feel like maybe the throttle plate broke in a little so it's not so abrupt when I Crack the throttle.
Anyways thanks for the tip.
Just curious why didn't you go with beta 390 , or the 500?
Got a great deal on this one.
Were you on the stock gas tank with all that riding?
@@bk6271 no, I’ve got 4.5 gallon Accerbis tank on it. Can go almost 250 on a full tank.
You can’t even imagine how governed this bike is by exhaust, emissions and ECU until you gut the emissions and upgrade the ECU.
I have watched several reviews of The FE 501 Husky,and Everyone Loves how the Bike Performs on The Trail!,but Most People complain about how the Bike is on The Pavement!,The Bike has a Lot of Vibration Problems on Asphalt!,and the rear fender and taillight assembly is real weak and Cheap!
so someone can just unload or ride to these trails and its open to the public? wish we had this in ky...
chris sowder This is National Forest land. Yes, there are roads, two track, and single track throughout the whole are. Basically from where I live you can ride clear to Canada off road. Search "Tour of Idaho" for vids. Utah and Idaho have some amazing mountains to ride! Cheers!
Tomorrow is not a date. June 1st is a date. You have to be precise to follow through. That's why New Years resolutions fail, "I want to lose weight". How about I'm going to lose 10lbs by March _____. Much more likely to get it done.
End rant.
If you go faster it wont be so bumpy. :)
Probably steeper than it looks. 😎
Would this bike be too high maintenance for city/mixed highway delivery? I wanted to do organ transport for a local hospital but I may just look at a drz400 for street riding
I would look at something more street oriented for any kind of highway use. The 501 is basically a dirt bike with a license plate attached.