In the early 1970s, the Swedish military hired Husqvarna to build easy-to-ride motorcycles for servicemen who may not have grown up riding bikes. Husky responded with the creation of an automatic transmission with a centrifugal clutch for leaving from a stop and dog clutches for the other gears.
As military tech often does, this automatic tranny soon made its way to civilian products. Husky’s first implementation was in 1976 with the 360 Auto, but it wasn’t until 1978 with the AMX 390 that Husqvarna had a machine that could seriously compete (and even beat) other Open class machines.
Part of that was due to the improved motor, a 384cc mill that produced 41 horsepower at 8,000rpm. In addition, the 390 got a new frame design and longer travel shocks. The tech worked well enough that Husky kept using it through 1988 until they stopped selling a water-cooled 430 automatic. For more on the AMX, check out this profile on PulpMX.
This example is VIN: MM08099. The seller acquired it nine years ago from the “Zimmerman Brothers Collection” through a Mecum auction.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 3 miles. He rode it once and then put it on display in his collection. The odometer shows 145 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok (Age Unknown)
2T Oil Level: Premixx
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Dirty
Headlight High Beam: N/A
Headlight Low Beam: N/A
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light (Front Switch): N/A
Brake Light (Rear Switch): N/A
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: N/A
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: Drum Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: Drum Ok
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 287
Tire Date Code Rear: 427
Tire % Remaining Front: 90% Dry Rot
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90% Dry Rot
Tire Press. Front: 27 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 0 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: N/A
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: N/A
Running Condition: Kick, No Start
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
– Tires are dry cracking and old
– Chain is dirty
– Air filter is dirty
– Petcock is leaking fuel
-Carburetors are leaking fuel
Recommendations:
-No Start Diagnostic
-Carburetor Rebuild
-Fuel System Refurbishment
-Front and Rear Tires
-Chain Service
-Air Filter
-Replace/Rebuild Petcock
-Etc.
Modifications:
Falk rear fender.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Metzeler tires that have aged out.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Husqvarna is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Iconic’s White Glove Service can assist with getting a Tennessee state title for roughly $650. Have any 390 AMX stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
