The 2010 Husqvarna SM630 has been updated over the previous 610 with an all-new chassis and a modified engine. The DOHC engine now displaces a full 600cc and makes 20% more power than the previous 570cc unit -- 56bhp and 41lb/ft of torque -- which only needs to motivate 158kg/348lbs (dry). Comfort has been improve for both rider and passenger with thicker seat padding and new grab handles, while practicality is up thanks to a more powerful headlamp. Full details below.  >

The new SM 630 encapsulates Husqvarna's racing spirit in a "street" bike.

This new model is the embodiment of all the know-how Husqvarna has acquired over ten years of racing and

winning in the supermotard category. The SM 630's greatest gifts are its light weight andthe fact that it is so easy

to usethe power from its magnificent single cylinder 600cc engine.

The SM 630is the perfect bike for dealing with city traffic and this "Urban Cross" from Husqvarna boasts all

Italian design and style.

The SM 630 first took shape as project 610 but the frame and engine were totally redesigned.
The new completely designed bodywork gives an elegant, streamlined yetaggressivelook. The saddle, tanks, side panels and front and rear mudguards are all newly designed. The saddle especially now has double depth padding to provide the rider and passenger with more comfortable seating for medium and long journeys.
 
Passengers will be able to make use of two specially designed handles on the saddle frame that will let allow them to feel both safer and more comfortable.
 
The headlight unit is also new and houses a stronger lamp. This unit is built into the fairingthat goes perfectly with the "racing" mudguard. The frame and rear swing arm are now black to contrast with the two new colour schemes available-Whiteand aluminium and black and white.
The white and aluminium version is more elegant and sober featuring"in mould" plastic decorations. The black and white version is sportier and more aggressive with fully painted bodywork.
 
The rear mudguard is also new with LED lights and a built-in number plate holder.
The main news item on the new SM 630 is the engine that has been bored out from 98 to 100 mm to give a capacity of 600ccThe head now has a red rocker box like the race machines and housesDOHC valve gear from the racing 450/510 that provides 20% more power than the previous 570cc version.

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