What category is the 1999 Husaberg FE 501?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Husaberg FE 501
Year	1999
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Power	52.00
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:	501.00 ccm (30.57 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height	950 mm (37.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.4771 HP/kg
Dry weight	109.0 kg (240.3 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track30%

City20%

Cornering80%

Daily Riding20%

Touring20%

Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike suits experienced off-road riders comfortable with a tall, light, powerful big-bore enduro machine.
Purpose	Built for serious enduro and technical off-road riding, trail conquering, and competitive off-road use rather than road commuting.
Rider Fit	Its tall 970mm seat height, minimal weight bias toward comfort, and firm long-travel suspension demand good rider fitness and leg length.
Character	A sharp, race-bred single-cylinder enduro weapon that rewards aggressive, skilled inputs with explosive agility and off-road capability.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for beginners, shorter riders, commuters, or anyone wanting a plush, low, easygoing everyday road bike.

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

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At 950mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 1999 Husaberg FE 501, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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