Description
Husqvarna 1926 “Model 600” 994 cc sv V-twin combination engine # 10+213
The Husqvarna Vapenfabrik (Husqvarna weapons factory), was founded in 1689 in the town of Huskvarna to produce muskets for the Swedish military.
The company started to produce bicycles at the end of the 19th century and the first motorcycles left the factory in 1903.
The first models were equipped with engines from FN and Moto- Rêve.
In 1919 the factory brought out its own V-twin engined model, the 546 cc model 150.
This model was developed via 160,170, 180, 190,200 and 210.
By the end of the twenties the model had got at the end of its development life.
Husqvarna then turned to a “British line” with JAP and Sturmey Archer engined machines.
Next to these machines several models were produced with single cylinder and V-twin Husqvarna engines.
Prewar motorcycle production ended around 1935, after the war the focus would be on two stroke engined machines.
Around 1921 the 994 cc “ Model 500” was brought out, which was superseded by the “600” in 1926.
These V-twins were well-received quality products that had design features in common with the American V-twins that were very popular at the time in Sweden, note the Schebler carburetor on this excellently engineered machine.
This Model 600 has been restored faultlessly and comes complete with original factory sidecar, speedometer and full “ Bosch” electric lighting.
(Model information kindly supplied by Mr. Torbjorn Nilsson)