510 TELC

1987 Husqvarna 510 TELC Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Husqvarna's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 1987 Husqvarna 510 TELC utilizes a 502 cc (30.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 33.9 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the 510 TELC measures 116 kg (256 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.82 kg per horsepower). The 10-liter (2.6 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 2 indexed model years from 1986 to 1987, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.