For decades, Husqvarna’s TE and TC models have been the backbone of hardcore enduro and motocross. But lately, whispers about their demise have been louder than a 300cc at full throttle.

Husqvarna’s 2025 lineup tells a conflicting story. On one hand, they’ve doubled down on 2-strokes with new models like the TC 150 and TC 300, promising “class-leading power” and emissions-compliant Throttle Body Injection (TBI).

On the other hand, they’ve rebranded as “Husqvarna Mobility,” pushing electric concepts like the kid-focused EE 2 and urban e-scooters. It’s like watching your favorite band drop a killer album while secretly planning a synth-pop side project.

TBI: Savior or Betrayal?

If carburetors are analog watches, TBI is a smartphone—sleeker and smarter but with more ways to glitch. Some praise TBI’s smooth power delivery and no-hassle altitude adjustments. Others miss the raw snap of a well-tuned carbureted engine.

I recently test-rode the 2025 TE 300 Pro with TBI. The powerband felt butter-smooth, perfect for technical climbs. But when I whiskey-throttled out of a berm, the engine bogged for a split second—something my old carbureted TE never did.

Mechanics on YouTube warn about early issues: faulty fuel pumps and finicky sensors. One Rider joked, “TBI stands for ‘To Be Investigated.'”

Still, Husqvarna’s betting big. TBI lets them skirt EU Euro 5 emissions rules (which nearly killed 2-strokes in Europe) and appeal to eco-conscious riders.

Quiet bikes, Loud debates

Meanwhile, the electric revolution is here. Competitors like Stark Varg are stealing headlines with 80hp e-bikes that out-pull 450cc 4-strokes. Husqvarna? They’re stuck in the kiddie pool with the EE 2, while KTM’s Freeride E at least dabbles in adult e-enduro.

I tried a Stark Varg last month. The instant torque blew my mind, and the silence felt… weirdly illegal. But when the battery died mid-ride (my fault—I forgot to charge it), I missed the simplicity of dumping gas into my TE.

Electric bikes solve noise complaints but bring new headaches: “Range anxiety is real,” admits a Surron owner.

Husqvarna’s silence on adult e-bikes is deafening. Riders are left wondering: Are they waiting to perfect the tech or just clinging to gas?

Is Husqvarna’s Parent Company Pulling the Plug?

Husqvarna’s fate isn’t fully theirs. Parent company Pierer Mobility (which owns KTM and GasGas) is recovering from a financial meltdown. They’ve slashed jobs, sold off brands, and shifted production to India and China.

Platform-sharing helps cut costs—your Husky TE 300 shares 80% of its guts with a KTM 300 XC-W. But what happens when Pierer prioritizes profit over passion? Rumors swirl about delayed R&D for Huskies as KTM focuses on electrics.

Ride Now, Worry Later

So, is Husqvarna killing the 2-stroke? Not yet. The 2025 TC and TE models are too good to be last hurrahs. But the clock’s ticking. Euro 7 regulations loom, electric tech evolves, and Pierer’s accountants are watching.

My advice? Enjoy today’s 2-strokes while you can. Tune that TBI, debate carb vs. injection at the campfire, and keep an open mind. The “braap” might fade, but the ride never ends.