2017 Husqvarna 701 Enduro

2017 Husqvarna 701 Enduro sits at the top of Husqvarna's single-cylinder enduro range, the big-bore option for riders who've outgrown smaller trail bikes but still want something that can be kicked over a log at the end of a long ride. This is a large-capacity thumper built around a genuinely potent engine, and it shows in how it rides: strong low-end pull gets you out of technical sections without constant clutch work, while the chassis stays light enough on its feet to handle singletrack rather than just fire roads. It's a bike that rewards riders who already know how to manage power delivery on loose surfaces, not a forgiving first-timer machine. The 2017 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2016 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Typical owners are experienced off-road riders, often stepping up from smaller KTM or Husqvarna enduros, who want a genuine dual-sport capable machine for weekend trail riding and want the higher-output engine to actually make climbs and technical terrain easier rather than harder.