Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 review

Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 review let’s have a look at and then a test ride of this motorcycle. Big thanks to ​⁠‪@in2moto480‬ for letting me take this out. #husqvarna #svartpilen #125 #125cc #motorbike #twowheeler #bikelife #motorcyle #scootermotorcycle #english #twowheeledvehicle #husqvarna #bike
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[@marcbrasse747]

Back from a 900 GP to a 125. That’s the true spirit of motorcycling! 👍

[@GillyBikes]

I’m just happy on 2 wheels. Big or small 😎

[@mashy6126]

I'm planning on looking at a bike such as this and I've done some fair research. Seems like this bike is mapped in such a way to "break in" the bike within the first few hundred miles, and as such there is an automatic rev limiter built in, cutting out revs in the higher gears causing the lack of power. As you mention, it's a nippy little bike so the sudden disappearance of power in the higher gears comes a shock, but it's likely due to the limiter. From what I've seen, the bike is due it's first service around about the 600~ mile mark. At which, you want to try getting the bike to a servicing spot that knows how to remove the limiter on the bike. As far as I've heard, you can manually do so on the bike but it's not recommended to try it yourself and I'm not educated enough to know the specifics of why. I've seen many owners of the bike suggest the same scenario, that once the limiter was removed the overall power of the bike seemed to have more oomph and that the exertion in higher revs allowing for higher speeds up to around 65 mph and possibly up to 70~ downhill with good winds.

[@dancomando]

I was thinking avout getting that Husqvarna but I have decided on similar Zontes125gk

[@9MileRoary]

Join the ZONTES bro club, I got the blue Z125U

[@GillyBikes]

That’s a great choice. They have a few used Zontes 125 in In2moto. Very nice machines 👍

[@stevenspx6226]

Nice review again mate the speed test is great for comparisons pity the husky so slow looks the biz

[@GillyBikes]

It was a shame. I expected it to be closer to the good performers.

[@darrensheen2706]

I got the husky and changed to a 42t sprocket, totally changed getting to 60mph

[@domclark3249]

I was surprised by your speed test. I have one of these with virtually the same amount of miles on it and it will rev out to 11 no problem. I am still in 4th into the 50s when I want to get a move on. I'm not saying it's the fastest as I have nothing to compare against. But your experience does not match my own. I concur that actually hitting 60 does not come easy but up to 55 it's good.

[@GillyBikes]

Weight does play a part as well. I’m quite heavy which might account for the difference?

[@9MileRoary]

Where's the love for the ZONTES brand, there was a GK125 behind that Voge. I got the blue ZT125U and I think its better than all them bikes but that's my preference.

[@GillyBikes]

I just picked the first 2 I seen. I would have been there for another hour pointing at bikes that are better value and new. I would pick the Zontes over this husky. 👍

[@chesterhart9157]

Has that husqvarna been derestricted? When they have low miles they are limited to 52mph before the restrictor is taken off after a service

[@chesterhart9157]

I own the same bike, it most definitely isn't restricted to 52 😂

[@caldaemon]

Nice review. What's the story with the 401? Did they fix the cable yet?

[@GillyBikes]

Yes, they fixed it straight away. But I didn’t have time to take it out again. Spent too much time pushing it up hills 😂

[@caldaemon]

@@GillyBikes At least it wasn't a Harley 😆

[@GillyBikes]

@caldaemon very true. A heavy bike would have killed me.

[@caldaemon]

@@GillyBikes Can't wait for a second review on the 401. I'm considering getting one. It's the one bike everyone seems to love but no-one wants to buy. 😄

[@birchwoodbiker]

gilly I'm with you on microphones and cameras drives me mad, like the husky, don't like the rear numberplate tail tidy req, great vids keep them coming👍👍👍🍻

[@GillyBikes]

Cheers mate. It’s a pain isn’t it. Constantly having to buy new stuff. Keeping these videos coming is getting hard work. 😂. I’m running out of bikes to try.

[@wombat1238marsupial]

Those mirrors should be on stalks to clear your hands. Was the 401 a clutch cable problem, did you check cable on this one😂

[@GillyBikes]

It was and yes I certainly did with this one. I was paranoid about it 😂

[@fatange]

Nice bike. I’m still laughing at you having to push the 401 up hill 😂

[@GillyBikes]

I’ve still Not recovered from that 😂

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

The 2023 version has got a grip on the back and the numberplate hangs from under the seat and not on that mudguard thing, Thats gone.

[@GillyBikes]

That’s the version to get then 👍

[@SuzukiRiderlv426]

whaaaat, theres a 125cc?

[@GillyBikes]

There sure is

[@Dadymilles]

Dommage c'est l' ancien model 2023 et non 2024..

[@vinay4886]

Thanks for the review. How does this compare to the XSR125? The Yamahas seem to hold their price better..

[@GillyBikes]

They do hold their price if you buy a used one. It’s the new ones that lose all the money. I’ve not had chance to ride an XSR 125 yet. I’ve seen In2moto have one so hopefully I will get a go soon. I’ve been on quite a few mt125’s and I have to say they are much better to ride than one of these.

[@muddyfoxcourier]

@@GillyBikes Good video. Yea , I reckon thats restricted. I am a XSR 125 owner. Bought new, my first bike . "Mature owner " ha . I weighed up a lot of brands , and actually strongly considered the little Husky. Great looking futuristic , ......neo retro ? And the Benelli. I went for the Yam , despite the hefty premium over the cheaper brands , on account of the likely reliability , and a local dealership , Wigan Yamaha actually. Its been faultless , and now has 12000 on it . ( apart from rusted spokes ( legacy model ) which is another story...). Ive just watched your review as my son is about to take delivery of a new Svartpilen 125 , so I might get a direct comparison.

[@GillyBikes]

@muddyfoxcourier I would bet your Yam comes out on top compared to the Svartpilen

[@loki1066]

If it's expensive making videos that's your problem fella😉 It'd have to be a damn fine video for me to dip in to my pocket.

[@GillyBikes]

You’re not alone in your view. It was worth a try though 😂

[@RR-rk5gj]

He reviews bikes no one else does (that I know of) and bikes that we don't get here in the US. I'm fascinated by the options you have over there. To me, it's well worth a couple of coffees every so often just to learn about all of these fun little machines. A big 👍👍to Gilly.

[@GillyBikes]

Cheers. I appreciate that 😁

[@glynthemilk]

Thought this was a motorcycle review channel. The first half of this video was spent begging for money. Very disappointing, I usually enjoy your videos.

[@GillyBikes]

Sorry. 😔

[@RR-rk5gj]

@@GillyBikes Don't be. I want you to keep bringing the fun and if reminding me every so often to buy you a coffee helps then I'm more than happy to.

[@Dadymilles]

Dommage c'est l' ancien modèle 2023..

[@maskedavenger2578]

The bike is let down by the monstrosity of a rear end , naff bar end positioned mirrors & next to useless attempt at a front mudguard. It doesn’t matter how good a bike performs , I could never purchase a motorcycle with a chopped off rear end & tacky bitza rear mudguard hanging off the swing arm . I don’t know what possesses some motorcycle manufacturers to choose this hideous style of rear end , as it looks like a tacky bodged afterthought .

[@GillyBikes]

Looks are always subjective. What you don’t like others will and what you like others might not.

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@GillyBikes Yes thats true must agree , but I certainly don’t like the look ,or see any purpose of that design . It looks like it’s been kicked up the arse & half the mudguard missing .

[@GillyBikes]

😂. I agree with you on that. 😂

[@rosswalker3284]

Not much talk about the bike just money blah