Husqvarna has been building motorcycles longer than most of today’s brands have even existed. And in the dirt world, its influence can’t really be overstated. These days, the brand shares a roof with KTM and GasGas under Pierer Mobility, and together the three have shaped the modern motocross landscape.
But the last few months weren’t exactly confidence-inspiring.
Pierer was wobbling, struggling with finances and leadership questions. For a moment, it looked like the momentum that had kept KTM and its sister brands afloat was about to go under. Then Bajaj stepped in, tightening its grip and effectively keeping the lights on in Austria.
That’s the backdrop for the 2026 Husqvarna motocross lineup, which is worth paying attention to not just for the bikes themselves but for what they represent. On the face of it, Husky is rolling out seven machines—four full-sized and three minis—built for racing and training at every level. The message seems clear: we’re still here, we’re still building, and the R&D pipeline hasn’t dried up.
The big bikes start with the TC 125 and TC 250 two-strokes, staples of amateur and pro paddocks alike. Both use Throttle Body Injection, which gives them smoother, more predictable power compared to old-school carb setups. They sit in chromium molybdenum steel frames, balanced for flex and stability, and ride on WP XACT 48 mm forks with AER tech and a rear XACT shock featuring a CFD-optimized piston.
Add in Brembo brakes, ProTaper bars, and ODI lock-on grips, and you’ve got two-strokes that feel anything but stripped-down. For 2026, wiring harness routing is tidied up, durability is boosted with a new fuel line protector, and both bikes wear new Swedish-inspired graphics.
The four-stroke side is led by the FC 250, which just happens to be fresh off an MX2 World Championship. Its DOHC engine is mounted for razor-sharp handling and pairs with a quickshifter, launch control, traction control, and selectable maps through a handlebar switch. It’s a package that gives serious racers the ability to fine-tune how the bike behaves corner to corner.
The FC 450 takes that same tech and dials it up with 450-class grunt, the kind of power that helped Malcolm Stewart break through for his first AMA Supercross Main Event win. Like the two-strokes, both four-strokes benefit from a lightweight aluminum-polyamide subframe, electric start, and Dunlop Geomax MX34 tires.
The minicycle range—TC 50, TC 65, and TC 85—rounds things out. These aren’t toys; they’re scaled-down race bikes designed to grow with young riders. The TC 50 gets a new fork air cartridge and low-friction seals for better damping, plus a longer-lasting exhaust gasket. Its ergonomics can be adjusted to fit kids as they get taller and more confident. The TC 65 shares those updates but adds a redesigned exhaust valve for improved reliability and comes standard with a six-speed gearbox and hydraulic clutch.
The TC 85, available in two wheel sizes, continues as one of the strongest contenders in its class, now with an adjustable rear brake pedal to give lighter riders more precise control. All three minis share new triple clamps, threaded radiator caps, and Swedish-themed graphics for 2026.
Taken as a whole, the lineup is a reminder that Husqvarna still knows how to build proper motocross machines. It’s also a signal that Pierer and Bajaj are pushing forward, not cutting corners or shelving development programs. But there’s still that question mark hanging over everything.
KTM has a history of keeping its problems well out of sight until it suddenly can’t, and it’s not always easy to tell if the strong public face reflects what’s happening behind closed doors. For now, the bikes are arriving, the specs look solid, and dealerships are gearing up for August deliveries.
So, why should we care? Because motocross doesn’t wait around. Riders need bikes that are current, competitive, and reliable. Whether you’re a kid getting your first taste of racing on a TC 50 or a serious contender chasing holeshots on an FC 450, the fact that Husqvarna is delivering a refreshed lineup means the sport keeps moving forward.
If Pierer and Bajaj can keep the momentum alive, it’s good news for the riders who count on these machines week in and week out.
Source: Husqvarna
