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to the modern status when people just go and buy a fully prepared bike ” contemplates Hansson . “ It was helpful to know your machine back in these days when you sported some refined trim tuning according to your own standard . It resulted in a bike that suited your own riding style .” Therefore , in 1963 , Hans Hansson repeated his enduro success , winning his second straight national title . However , in the ISDT he had to retire after breaking his foot .
By 1964 , motocross had caught his attention and Hasse did four seasons on a 351cc two-stroke Lindström , which was prepared in southern Sweden using Husqvarna parts . “ It appealed to me and widened my vision by taking part in motocross ,” said Hansson . “ My best result was a sixth spot in the 500cc chart . I only did a few enduro races during these years , but was back on top again in 1968 when I took my third Swedish enduro
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