First Ride Impression of 2020 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (A Secret Scrambler?)

[@yammienoob]

Yes! It's true, I'm giving away a TON of motorcycles. Go here to find out: www.yammienoob.co

[@poudelsangam6065]

Can i win one . Love svartpilen . Love from Nepal

[@LIFeGood808]

Do you give away to people in Hawaii?

[@colevinson4895]

Yammie if you're thinking about another Bike you should check out new royal Enfield int 650 or continental gt 650 pretty cool bikes seems like they've improved a lot

[@TheRealJustinMorgan]

I own this bike.. it does have the SUPERMOTO mode.... its in the menu.. push menu until it says "road"... hold down SET and it switches to "SUPERMOTO"....

[@WonderWokeBread]

Ohhh boy! This is a thing of beauty!!

[@jamestkirkcameron9189]

PLEASE HELP! I can't stop watching Motorcycle videos!!! It's like Pokemon, I gotta have them all!!

[@TheNamePi]

Just buy a busa you will be freed

[@jamestkirkcameron9189]

@@TheNamePi i bought R3

[@hamelyngdoh8154]

Same here and I haven't even driven one

[@TheNamePi]

@@jamestkirkcameron9189 you discust me

[@jamestkirkcameron9189]

@@TheNamePi that's harsh bro

[@kodypickern4237]

It does have supermoto mode. Press menu until it shows “road”, hold set button and it switches to “supermoto” and disables rear ABS. I use the supermoto mode every time I take it off roading. I have one myself and I am having a blast on it.

[@orgulloNACIONAL]

this is true?? i gonna try it !!!

[@qwerty96cr]

Woah I didn’t know that, do you know if this is on the 2020 model only or do earlier models have it?

[@kodypickern4237]

Chris Rushton from everything I can find I believe it does. The problem was that Husqvarna did a bad job of including a manual with the bike so there’s a lot of misinformation.

[@garetc7706]

What is your opinion on the off road capability?

[@AbAb-nx2zy]

How is its offroad ability. Ground clearance is good enough?

[@spencerholtzman1151]

I bought a Svartpilen 401 as my first bike. I love the thing to death. Super light and definitely an attention getter.

[@dd-hi1dm]

I got 250

[@KarlOlofsson]

Considering one as my first but I will do more highway stuff than purely urban/city riding. Do you think I should go for the 801 instead? I do all my lessons on a similarly speced Yamaha MT-07 anyway.

[@amirbechor3768]

It does get easier to find neutral after like 2k kilometers, and keeps getting better with time

[@DukeGyug]

Oh thank god. I've been worrying about my vit 401, honestly relieved to hear it gets better

[@johanfagerstromjarlenfors]

Svartpilen = ”the black arrow” Vitpilen = ”the white arrow”

[@noyopacific]

Does Svartpilen more or less rhyme with "Fart Smelling?"

[@duckzrulezswe2354]

@@noyopacific sadly not :(

[@DanielJLopes]

And if it were not for the current covid situation in Sweden, I would probably already have had a trip to the town of Huskvarna - the museum seems to be pretty cool :)

[@johanfagerstromjarlenfors]

Daniel Lopes The covid situation in sweden isn’t really worse than anywhere else. Just that sweden has a low rate of testing and only the really sick gets tested and therefore the % of death is high. Also they count everyone that have had covid 19 the last 30 days and then dies (from anything) as a covid death... All the ”peaks” lately have been from that they tested a little more people, not really ”new” cases. It’s not higher risk to get sick in sweden. But if you get really sick we have very bad healthcare here so the risk of death is higher😂

[@ranranpoopants]

Glad you can google loser

[@chrispedersen2526]

That's what Harley should be building! A decent sized entry level motorcycle that looks cool with a $5,000 price tag brand new.

[@DEATHWINGS5000]

(Harley shouts in boomer) BUT MUH 1800CC REAL BIKE NOo GIRLEE BIKE

[@stephenx2857]

@@DEATHWINGS5000 only 15k for base bike. 35k for actual ride-able kit

[@DEATHWINGS5000]

@@stephenx2857 it was sarcasm man, i ride a 94 fzr600

[@ranranpoopants]

Street 750 ?

[@Fuck_Snowflakes]

It would make too much sense for the fat bastards at harley davidson

[@paulmears5330]

Just got back from 2 hours of blazing through the early summer countryside on my 2019 Svarty. It’s all true; this bike is an unbelievably amazing bike for the money. And you will never be ignored at any bike gathering 😎

[@averygordon7764]

Just picked this bike up today and rode 100 miles and so far its been amazing. This video was extremely helpful in sealing the deal for me.

[@booblyash]

You CAN turn off abs Its the bottom key on dial. Keep it press for 5 seconds

[@JohannKwan]

That's what I thought!

[@orgulloNACIONAL]

thanks!

[@MammothZ06]

hey yammie been watching for 3 years now and just decided to pull the trigger on my first bike. anyways thanks for always making good informative and funny videos. coming from the car community i looked for comedic and informative interesting videos and yours are perfect! thanks again man.

[@wildcraftone]

I just moved to Switzerland and your bit about the suspension is what sold me. We have a lot of cobblestones in urban areas. Also you’re limited to 400cc for 2 years before you’re allowed to get anything larger with a new motorcycle license. This hits all the right things for me! Thanks for the review!

[@bookinb3222]

This bike made me finally pull the trigger and join the beginner sub, good job Yammie.

[@spencerholtzman1151]

2020 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 start at $4,999 now. They dropped the price by $1,200 this year. Also the exhaust was changed for the 2020 as well to meet new emissions standards. The 18-19 had a different set up.

[@Tonyx.yt.]

here from 6550 to 5790 (all tax included and with mandatory abs), probably they also realize previous version was too expensive

[@spencerholtzman1151]

@@Tonyx.yt. Definitely. The local dealer said they couldn't move the 18-19 bikes they had. They only ordered 3 of the 2020 models and sold out within the week.

[@jasonlemuel5078]

Can you tell whats all the differences the 20 bike from the previos years

[@sampauci2414]

any info on the 701s if they have the same tires?

[@Tonyx.yt.]

@@jasonlemuel5078 my 2020 is rated for 1 extra hp but 2 kg more of weight, whole exhaust has been modified with difference catalitic converter placement and different position of mainfold

[@michaelcasaceli6438]

This review was 110%. I'm absolutely buying this motorcycle. Husqvarna will be owing you some commission.

[@jerrys3275]

Your enthusiastic videos on the Svart 401 convinced me to buy one. Got it 2 months ago and I absoulutely love it! Im an open minded older dude (61) who wanted something quick and nimble to go along with my Kong sized VTX1800 and the 401 fits the bill perfectly. It reminds me of my old buell xb9, but runs much cooler.....is lighter and more nimble and has many more great features. (also a steal at $5600) The 401 is not only a perfect beginner bike, but its also a great second bike for older more experienced riders. More fun than a barrel of monkeys!

[@ruiner88]

I'm glad you showed the knobbies on twistier roads, because I've been thinking of getting some for my R nineT, and this was my biggest concern.

[@PartsandParcels]

I've ridden a Vitpilen 701 and I loved it. They're beautiful bikes! Such a good fix for the visual cancer which is KTM styling

[@nathanhenry4214]

First video I have gotten to see of yours. Really good review, this is a bike I am interested in and I didn't know it was basically a KTM. I am now a subscriber and look forward to seeing more of your work. Take care and God bless.

[@svendragon8139]

Hey! Some of us love cruising the streets on a dual-sport with the aggressive dirt-bike look!

[@billygoff8345]

yess the review i have been waiting for. been looking at this bike for 2 months now as a 1st.

[@FlyApeRally]

Finally an American who understands a bit of the rest of the world's bikes reality. Love your videos, Im thinking about the Svart for Mexico City + some twisties around here. Saludos!

[@FrenchyRider574]

Oh yeah ! I ve been waiting for that for a long time !

[@Foxhound1991]

Yammie you're the man! I bought the Svartpilen in January after you're videos gave me confidence that riding a 400cc motorcycle is perfectly fine. Being a 6"3 tall rider and weighing 94kg (eurobro here) I can only recommend this bike. Ps: Yes there is a "abs off" mode, read the manual or give it to spite 😁

[@rubenbreedveld7088]

This right here is what i need to know as a 6''6 soon to be a2 licence holder

[@iansamuelson3666]

Thanks for the info. I'm 6"3 also.

[@Qminoo]

How is it holding up 2 years later?

[@Foxhound1991]

@@Qminoo Love the bike! I actually wanted to upgrade to the 701, but it couldnt impress me that much. Still riding the "little" one and happy as could be.

[@Qminoo]

@@Foxhound1991 awesome, thanks for the reply! Theres no official distributer in my country so Im thinking about importing it from somewhere. Might have to go with Benelli Leoncino 500 if that turns out to be too much of a hassle.

[@josephburdette8518]

I got into bikes because of you honestly and I wanna get a SVARTPILEN 401 and this video is cementing it for me :)

[@supagirl1521]

I’d never heard of this bike before but now I’m in love 😍

[@nelsonknobloch9673]

Great video, really enjoyed it! You you noticed a trend of more or less traffic/viewing of your content since the pandemic?

[@wolfpackpete6408]

The 17" wheels are certainly part of it. The styling of this is just so cool. Something part naked streetfighter, part supermoto. The partially knobbly tyres giving that bit more traction on loose surfaces away from the tarmac. I'm almost decided that this will be my next bike. I'll just wait to see if a new model gets updated parts from the 2024 Duke 390.

[@kelvinnana205]

Finally .... my dream first bike getting some love

[@guim4749]

Whaaatt!! I had no idea you were from Sao paulo man hahaha me too, im from sao paulo and I love your videos! Continue assim cara! vlw flw

[@arunsuresh7279]

you are an inspiration for a lot of us riders

[@timluther5171]

That's a nice little bike, and very stylish. For someone like me who plans on spending a lot of my retirement in the Philippines once the pandemic's not messing things up, it would be the perfect ride since the toll highways there require a 400 and up, (in a country where millions are using 125's - 250's). Big bikes are also pretty pricey there.

[@JoFFruit]

its an 373ccm motor... hope they aren't pitty over there

[@andrefajardo6058]

hi sir, i live in the PH. This bike is highway legal in the Philippines because they made it 400cc in the papers just like the KTM duke 390. Also sir the bikes are being assembled in the PH, it costs around 295k-310k in pesos.

[@kramciok]

Huh, one of the first ones! Keep up the great work Yammie!

[@DanielLopez-os5ti]

I Live in Mexico in a beautiful city, guanajuato, with awesome curve and view and just an awesome road, so this bike would be perfect over here. Would love to have you like that as my first bike. Its just beautiful. Awesome vid by the way, well explained, you just made me fall in love with that bike!!! Much love from Mexico.. ABRAZOOO!!!!

[@Diego3.14]

Shoot I was born there.

[@claudehawkins4229]

Amazing bike my buddy got one for this wife. Very good looking bike awesome riding position good power delivery for what it is.

[@fjones1914]

I saw one of these at Georgetown Ride Now a few weeks ago when I went in to browse their showroom. It’s a cool looking bike that looks like a lot of fun to zip around town on.

[@findtherightbeat]

Great review! Is the cooling system exactly similar? I can imagine the fork, rear suspension and the headlight going into a Duke 390 :D

[@BernardoGavazzi]

Caraca, tu é BR mano kkkk Really like your videos, coming back to motorcycling after 10 years and a lesion to my right wrist. Any advice on how to lesser the pain from the vibrations?

[@percypalmer1723]

The bike is fun for experienced riders as well my friend

[@elekkr]

19:04 those mirrors are just perfect they perfectly complement gauge cluster instrument and a make this Mickey Mouse kind of shiluett looking forward from the drivers perspective

[@christiancassidy7743]

Happy I found my first bike through your videos! Mad that I'm not the only one who watches yamms...they keep selling out of the Husqs near me lol

[@mauroignelzi329]

I love smaller bikes u can do so much more with them great video

[@jeffcoulter7181]

When I first saw this bike, 701 model I thought it looked a little odd. But now I think I like it. Great review thanks.

[@RemingtinArms]

Looks like a grom lol

[@loopertrooper6671]

Cool bike. Had the same issue with neutral on my 701SM with the LC4 engine and found it best to go up into second then down to neutral. (Couldn’t go down from the shift range, had to go all the way down to 1st, then up to 2nd then down to Neutral) just a quirky endearing quality.

[@progste]

Would be curious to see what you think of the vitpilen 701

[@rjw123987]

need more videos with the Svart. Does the 2020 come with the quick shifter? (easy-shift) I just put a deposit on one last weekend, cant wait for it to show up!

[@figer5329]

No fckin way, discovered recently about this bike (and the vitpilen) and now yammie hooks us up with the vid

[@jquiznos2283]

Right? I was asking about this a month ago

[@TheRealJustinMorgan]

I own the 2020 Svartpilen 401... Neutral is easier to find after break in... I had the same issue at first. Dope ass bike!!! I love it!

[@TheRealJustinMorgan]

And it does have the SUPERMOTO mode.... its in the menu.. use menus until it says "road"... hold down "SET" and it switches to "SUPERMOTO"....

[@JasonSimonSmith]

Holy crap that looks like a SUPER FUN bike given the Goldilocks size !! .. and a definite/more-affordable contender to the Desert Sled..

[@suds782]

KTM / Husqvarna should put this motor in an enduro bike with long maintenance intervals

[@tanishqkate8397]

I own aa husqvarna svartpilen 250 only sold in Indian subcontinent and I can tell it's a great motorcycle u can enjoy its full potential without getting in trouble 🔥

[@rahulnair5320]

Vitpilen 250 over here and I can agree too.

[@stanL9]

Any issues with power in the 250 ?

[@danielwebb4620]

I have a 701 Vitpilen and I love it yeah hold the blank button on the dash and it get rid of ABS and Traction Control

[@bankaydin]

You need to tighten/adjust the clutch cable to get neutral reliably.

[@jddesigns7135]

Such a great looking bike you have there mate!

[@madmiata1887]

Congrats to Dustin for winning this lil ripper. Can't wait to see it.

[@PDSOUNDS]

I own this Bike (in Belgium Baby!!!) and if neutral is so difficult to find, than I guess there is something wrong with yours. If I am standing still, neutral is never a problem. It get's in very easy. And it's the most fun bike to ride, like EVER!

[@goodfight12]

Really thought about one of these over my 2020 mt07 for my first bike

[@cyclonus01]

Is the mt07 too much for a beginner?

[@Dranreb865]

@@cyclonus01 no. Its 2020, almost 2021. Starter bike should be 40hp up.

[@GingerBreadMan888]

Good point on the ground clearance

[@chiengsiewhuat1500]

Nice review i like it very much and also nice bike

[@dive4freedom813]

Hey man, I LOVE this bike! Im owning a vitpilen 401 and its just as great. Can you please make a vid about its "white sister" too?

[@thesololynx34]

I guess the new 390s also do have the same exhaust routing as these. The new specs do point to a decreased ground clearance. This was probably done due to adhere to new emission norms and that bigger cat-con or because of the previous model's heating issues because of the pipe being too close to the legs.

[@harrycampbell5016]

This is the exact bike I'm looking at for my starter!

[@balsara675]

Go for a himalayan royal Enfield

[@yellowveedub]

I have a 2018 vitpilen. Love it

[@fernandocbr]

Hey, yammie. About the motorcycles in Brazil, a lot of people don't have bikes with more than 250cc because they are too expensive for most people and fuel is expensive too, and there are many bikes being stolen in big cities

[@conolavicus3019]

This bike looks soo good!!

[@Giitzerland]

LOVE the wire wheels! That just sets it apart for me, I get a lighter feel to the look. I love these bikes, but they're kind of like ghosts, you never really see them, but you hear about them once in a while by very excited people.

[@AlexandreSantosBR]

Caramba, I have been watching your videos for ages now, and I never knew you were born in Sampa. I am from Rio.

[@TheHaiku2]

That's such a beautiful machine, it's like a mix between Cyber Punk and Mad Max, it could easily be a forever bike for folks like me, who just want something with great mpg to go to and from the gym or diner on.

[@finflyflounder8125]

Picking mine up on 3/28/22. Just what I need NO busa!

[@jordanforce2064]

I got a Benelli TNT 135 as my first bike, and I like it a lot, but the engine has issues with hills. This looks perfect for my next bike!

[@convertediron]

Hey, thanks Yammie. I appreciate your material and look forward to every video. Be safe bro. ...Iron Within. Iron Without...

[@jbc2260]

Hey Yammie, got a superb price on this one here in Spain: brand new Svartpilen 401 2020 for 4,9k€. As you mentioned I was considering also a Ducati Icon Dark, but I’m kind of sold on this one.

[@sapher2020]

I'm looking at this for my first bike. Now, just have to complete the riding school next month 🙏

[@XenderdjX]

Yam you should look at the vitpilen to see the differences in seating position as its supposed to be more of a neo cafe racer.

[@JuanVanDusen]

Received mine 1 week ago bought it in July because its scorching hot and nobody buys motorcycles got it 20000 pesos cheaper, been riding at night awesome city bike, taking it 2 hours of highway tomorrow.

[@indianapwn3s]

The 2020s have a quick shifter but Husqvarna is not advertising this update well. My 2019 Vitpilen 401 is super easy to clutch less shift, so this update is surprising but cool to have. There is also a company working on a kit to retrofit the KTM TFT.

[@fernandofaiolamendes8204]

Nem ferrando que você é brasileiro. Eu assisto teus vídeos a um tempão e não sabia Translation Can’t believe you are Brazilian. I’ve been watching your videos since long time and I didn’t know

[@rienie13]

I'm saving up for the svartpilen 701, I'd love some single cylinder action. Also I think the ergonomics are a lot more friendly than the vitpilen

[@yourcrapp]

Yeah the svartpilen 701 are dope as fuck! Really cool bikes.

[@Morpheuus88]

The 701 has an 18 front so much less choice for tyres

[@dive4freedom813]

I have a 401 vitpilen and I have to admit, that the ergonomics are tough, but Im just so in love with its cove racer style

[@rienie13]

​@@Morpheuus88 Hehe well I don't take that into account when picking my bikes. The more options, the more difficult the choice :)

[@gkelly9883]

Yes. Svartpilen is more upright and riser bars. Very good comfort and visibility. The Vitpilen is lean forward with low clip on bars. The Svartpilen caters better for longer legs. The Svartpilen has a way better seating position than the Duke 390 where you're kind of kneeling and over the front wheel. Maybe fine for teenagers, but not for me.

[@tannerpies8257]

I got a svart 701 it’s such a blast in corners

[@stephenbriggs1736]

Been looking a lot at that bike. How is the power?

[@Disciple_of_the_36th]

does 401 enough compared to 701 for city ride, some highway, having fun ? thanks for your impression Y

[@pedronocanada7820]

Whaaaat? Você é brasileiro? Hahaha I watched soooo many videos and never thought you where from there! I’m Also from São Paulo. But I live in Vancouver, Canada, and I saw a 401 here last week, cool Bike

[@FlyByv]

I just got myself the 390 Adventure (love it btw) to get into that adv life, and it also has issues with finding neutral as well as registering that it is in neutral. Let’s see if it persists to the first service.

[@gothops154]

I was thinking about getting the 390 adv myself, but now I’m going down the 401 svartpilen rabbit hole. Looks like dealers are selling the 401 for a lower price, so other than missing out on a nicer display I’m trying to figure out what I’m missing out on with the 401. Seems to be the same bike with ~1 inch less suspension travel according to the brochure, and the ground clearance should be the same with a different exhaust. Wish they were still doing demo ride days, tough choice for me personally

[@seanbyrne1164]

The 2020 Svartpilen is based off the KTM 390 adventure [not the duke like the 2018 & 2019 models] - Same suspension, same exhaust routing as 390 adventure. (Idk why no one is talking about this) I think the exhaust is routed this way to keep heat off the rear shock during more aggressive off road use.

[@JoFFruit]

no huskydesigber just sort out heating issues/sensors...but pretty intersting fact with the adventure

[@shuttzi9878]

Yup, in EU countries its probably the best value small bike. In my country it costs 5000$ for a 2020 model. The reason why the neutral is so hard to find is probably due to easyshift technology combined with breaking in. Will get better with time tho. Dukes and pilens had a couple of software updates so it will be even smoother that it is now. I was considering this bike before but had a few complaints. Now tho, with all the changes it seen this year its a bargain.

[@necromancerln6106]

Nice, didnt know you were born in são paulo, I'm from Brazil as well

[@oscarebomband4882]

Brasileiro ✌️ excelente review ! Ela esquenta muito “bumper to bumper traffic”? Vibra muito? Comparado com uma cb300r? Abraço !

[@Rockmantic21]

Corpo Seco has good taste... Both in motorcycles and music.

[@enge1369]

I like the design. classic modern motorcycle😄

[@fukinlyinsane1401]

Even new duke series are also coming with under engine exhaust system.

[@Ebbeebbeee]

I actually just got the only 2020 vitpilen 701 in texas yesterday. Go to lonestar yahmaha if you want a husky, they're the only on in texas thag actually gets majority street huskies, they do also have dirt/dual sports

[@projenitor2387]

I think that bike looks dope!

[@guitarworld101]

I love this bike and need it in my life. To me the riding position is spot on to what I want in a road bike. Plus looks sweet 👍🏼

[@joerod4627]

So you're getting it for your girlfriend......nice.

[@guitarworld101]

@@joerod4627 no, this will be my second girlfriend.

[@EddieEmApuros]

Ahh WHAT! You are from Sao Paulo too? After all these years... Craazy! We are at 22 million people in SP city now. Would lovve to see you filtering in são paulo with the pros ;D

[@murraymarshall5865]

Why are middleweight bikes regularly described as beginner bikes, experienced riders can enjoy these bikes too. Its more fun riding a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow.

[@Jannik_1020]

Thank you. 🙏

[@Motoexplorer300L]

Well said, I have a Vitpilen 401 as a second bike and it's a blast

[@Michelsen77]

same here. i owned zx6r, ducati monster 1200 and even a panigale 1199 over the years. now looking for something with less power for urban and to get to work. i really like this models. definetly not even for beginners :)

[@literallyshaking8019]

That is a beautiful looking bike.

[@ratad]

regarding the abs, you should be able to switch off the abs and traction control by pressing and holding the "blank" button on the display. At least I can do that on my Vitpilen

[@bendiks1224]

Worth mentioning the 2020 models, atleast the eurospec ones comes stock with easyshift or quickshift

[@darkassain4382]

Literally just got my first bike, 2018 klx 250 saw this bike and was like dam, I need another bike

[@Taterchip871]

The exhaust was changed for 2020 compared to the 2019 and below. Few other changes as well. The Duke 390 will change on the next gen is my guess to be the same as Svart and Vit 401. Also they are $4999 now for price.

[@coreykonkin5917]

@YammieNoob I'm trying to decider between this and the Ducati desert sled, which do you like better? I ride Motocross off-road but want something I can ride up dirt roads and easy mountain trails. As well as something I can cruise 90--120 km/hr on the highway with my buddies on Harley's on short trips throughout BC.Thanks! These bikes are fairly common here in Canada.

[@pawelbochenek4446]

You can disable rear ABS like in duke 390 if you want. I is just not so simple as the clock and buttons are horrible but doable.