Husqvarna continues to rely on FMF exhaust systems in competition

Whilst KTM uses exhaust systems from the Slovenian manufacturer Acrapovic for its factory bikes, Husqvarna will continue to rely on FMF in future, for both 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines. The long-standing collaboration between Husqvarna Factory Racing and the American exhaust manufacturer FMF Racing has been extended, as both companies announced earlier this week. This continues the international partnership, which spans numerous championships and disciplines across Europe and the USA.

FMF in the World Championship and the USA

In the World Championship, Nestaan Husqvarna factory riders Liam Everts and Kay de Wolf use FMF exhaust systems. In the USA, Ryder DiFrancesco and Daxton Bennick compete in the 250cc class, and the currently injured Malcolm Stewart in the 450cc class. Next year, however, Husqvarna will be ending its factory involvement in the USA.

About FMF Racing

The exhaust manufacturer FMF stands for ‘Flying Machine Factory’. The company was founded in 1973 by Don Emler in Hawthorne, Southern California, originally in his garage, and has developed into one of the best-known companies for high-performance exhaust systems. FMF has been a fixture in off-road and motocross racing for decades. The company uses professional racing as a platform for product development, testing and technical innovation.

Joint successes

Robert Jonas (Husqvarna Director of Off-road Racing) highlights their shared successes: “The long-standing partnership between Husqvarna Factory Racing and FMF Racing has proven extremely successful across a wide range of disciplines. From Hard Enduro to Super Enduro, from MXGP to SMX and in our other motorsport activities in North America, FMF products have contributed significantly to our shared success. FMF Racing is a brand that fits perfectly with Husqvarna Factory Racing, and we look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration at the highest level.”

Pushing boundaries

Don Emler Jr., Marketing Director at FMF Racing, explained: “FMF Racing and Husqvarna share a long history, characterised by performance, innovation and success at the highest level. Since the launch of the Husqvarna Factory Racing programme, this partnership has been crucial in pushing boundaries. We are proud to carry on this legacy and turn the page to the next chapter.”

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