Husqvarna has revealed first details of its latest Supermoto weapon, the FS 450, with the 2017 incarnation boasting a new WP 48mm fork, selectable engine maps, launch control and traction control.

The 2017 FS 450 is powered by what Husqvarna says is its most powerful 450cc engine yet. The potent single-cylinder unit is fed by Keihin electronic fuel injection with Keihin engine management system and 44m throttle body. The system boasts two engine modes and a launch control feature, along with a traction control system.

The chromoly chassis is mated with a carbon composite subframe and a cast-aluminium swingarm, with the bike rolling on a WP DCC rear monoshock and a new WP AER 48 air fork. The latter is an all-new addition for the 2017 FS 450 – it saves 1.66kg over its predecessor, says Husqvarna, and is held in place by a new CNC-machined triple clamp.

New graphics and trim round out the changes, while other components of note include a slipper clutch, the Alpina spoked rims, a Brembo front brake caliper, Bridgestone tyres and a ProTaper handlebar.

The Husqvarna FS 450 goes on sale in Europe from July 2016 and in North America from September 2016; Australian availability is yet to be confirmed.