Husqvarna 510 TELC - 1987 Specifications and Reviews

The 1987 Husqvarna 510 TELC is a liquid-cooled enduro bike designed for serious off-road enthusiasts seeking reliable trail performance. Its 502cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine delivers modest but dependable power suited to technical terrain riding. Known for durability and genuine cross-country capability, the TELC remains a respected classic among vintage enduro machines.

1987
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General information

CategoryEnduro / offroad
Year1987
ModelHusqvarna 510 TELC
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel controlOHC
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke91.5 x 76.4 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches)
Compression10.0:1
Top speed110.0 km/h (68.4 mph)
Power17.00
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:502.00 ccm (30.63 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions5.00-18
Front tyre dimensions3.00-21
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity10.00 litres (2.64 gallons)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc116.0 kg (255.7 pounds)

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

17 hp
Peak Power
68.4 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track20%
City30%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding25%
Touring25%
Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a lightweight, high-strung enduro best suited to riders with prior off-road or dirt bike experience rather than complete beginners.
PurposeBuilt for trail riding, enduro competition, and technical off-road terrain rather than pavement speed or distance travel.
Rider FitIts very low 116 kg weight and tall, narrow enduro ergonomics make it easy to muscle around in the dirt but require active, standing-up riding rather than relaxed cruising.
CharacterA raw, purposeful 1980s Italian enduro machine with a punchy single-cylinder engine that rewards momentum and rider skill over outright power.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the right bike for riders wanting highway comfort, passenger accommodation, or long-distance touring capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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