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Enduro - Offroad · 1991

260 WRK

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38 /100 Commuter
Power
17 HP
Top Speed
110 km/h
Engine
260 ccm

1991 Husqvarna 260 WRK Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Husqvarna's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 1991 Husqvarna 260 WRK relies on a 260 cc (15.9 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 65.4 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 260 WRK measures 101 kg (223 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (5.94 kg per horsepower). The 8.5-liter (2.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 110 km/h (68 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Husqvarna archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1989 to 1991, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
65.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.17 HP/kg (5.94 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 260.0 ccm (15.87 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 17.0 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 13.5:1
Bore x Stroke 71.5 x 64.8 mm (2.8 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Membrane & variable discharge openings
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 110.0 km/h (68.4 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 140/80-18
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 101.0 kg (222.7 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons)
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