New 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 Full Walkaround & Specs!

[@pixelspy5791]

At first I really didn't like the face-lift from the precious gen but looking at it up close its really grown on me. I think it's still one of the best looking bikes on the market. Love that sort of naked cyberpunk look.

[@michaelsmith9866]

I have the previous model and I think all the improvements are great. Here is a couple more I noticed, the mirrors are now wide enough to see past your shoulders. The previous mirrors were very narrowly mounted. You can check and top up the coolant without having to remove the right side cover which you have to on mine.

[@tonymarsh8436]

The Svart should have a 19" front. With the option of tubeless rims.

[@stavrozinio]

as someone who did 30% of mileage offroad on a 401 2019, I can totaly agree.

[@Dushyant933]

Why don't companies provide tubeless spoked wheels as standard?

[@christianweller4288]

Cost.

[@somatyk]

Cost, design cost because of patents of other methods.

[@rocket3man]

They do but it’s the extra cost and if you add to a budget bike it will be uncompetitive to other bikes in the class. You pay your money and choose what you want.

[@madfly8082]

Not homologated for some emerging markets like India, which is where these bikes are mostly targeted.

[@chriswest2290]

Heavy. Cost. Cleaning

[@mrTerminato]

Bought one of these a fortnight ago, very nice feeling. It rides on rough roads without noticing bumps and patches. The acceleration is brisk, and the seating position is comfortable. One question: how to connect navigation? I never got it.

[@TRASHGHOST666]

Bought this bike two weeks ago and im so excited when i get my licence to actually drive it😱😂🔥💯🔥💯🔥( its my first bike)

[@Buzzard011]

Just got mine last week as my first bike! You gonna love it

[@martythompson6509]

As a new motorcyclist, the first thing you need to learn is that you ride a motorcycle.

[@minimalist._]

What about pillion comfort?

[@dune6727]

It looks pretty cool

[@TRASHGHOST666]

Update: Had the 1000 service and the oil pressure switch was broken so i had to leave the bike at the shop (ktm ofcourse lol) but i didn't have to pay for it and i still really love the bike 🔥‼️💯 i also offroad it a little👻

[@Kranberry777]

Eventhough I feel like the Svart and Vit don't look as good as the previous, but I'm obsessed.

[@patricksandeberg8184]

That is the best value for the tech and features you get!🤙🏾

[@pinkiewerewolf]

I picked a Svartpilen up the other day. It’s a hoot to ride a small bike like this that makes decent power when you give it some revs.

[@houseofroos]

Love the low pipe, more practical for luggage. Would like a tubeless option.

[@1911doc]

Picking up new Svart 401 next Monday as my first bike :) Bro, thanks for showing that quad lock phone mount, wasn't sure what to buy and now you made my choice :D Looks great in landscape mode on svart, like some fancy 2 layer car infotainment :D Just ordered handlebar mount pro, anti vibration mount and usb wireless charging mount for my Samsung, 178€ in total with discount. Used your code and also mentioned you in survey after purchase :)

[@powdershredder1136]

I’ve got a quad lock in my Toyota….dont even have a bike but I’m thinking about one of these soon. The quad lock is fantastic and I love the case too, worth the money for wireless charging in the FJ but I’m not sure about on the bike due to weather but to each their own

[@jaythecub8034]

How’s the bike going buddy

[@1911doc]

@@jaythecub8034 Bike is great, did 7500km until now without any problems.

[@yesJLY]

Great preview, as usual. Very much looking forward to your full comparison and assessment with the Speed 400 (my 2 main current options)

[@jamiewhite-fk3kw]

Hi Bob, just had my first service on this bike and loving it. Came from an 800GS and very little difference in performance up to 90mph. The lightness is a revelation as is the handling on twisty B roads. I have also done several forest trails (loose gravel) in the dry and it skipped across that surface as well as my GS. I picked mine up for £4995 and cannot believe what a bargain it is. I rode the triumph 400x the same day but this was better in every area and was £600 cheaper!

[@stevendegoodmojosmet4034]

I like how you say ' Di'iisc' :) great bike Bob, greatings from Belgium.

[@trunktoyz]

I think this design is more attractive than the last. To each their own.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice vid. Prefer the Vitpilen personally but both are pretty cool, fun bikes for a reasonable price. I think the Vitpilen would also look great with a retro headlight racer fairing.

[@hob976]

SOOO glad I hunted down a 2022 - 23 version. I considered waiting a little longer but the previous bike looks so much better ( to me ). If you dig this one, though, the Svartpilen is a blast!

[@BeaversToothpick]

There is a tankbag available, but not included in their configurator yet!

[@craigroyce4472]

I have the last year of the gen 1 Austrian made ones, been a great bike for the most part and the new one is growing on me feel they have done a better job with this one then the 801 that sucks compared to the older style 701

[@manuelabreu8764]

I like it at it is, and yes, different, more road oriented tires will be better. But I am already considering as my next light bike. Surely very good for the twisties

[@derrick15ra34]

Would it be possible to get tubeless tires for the bike after the fact

[@vishalm8864]

Got mine delivered 3 days ago, only street mode available for our country with apollo tramplr xr tyres and no bluetooth. But I'm lovin it

[@subratamishra4182]

No bluetooth ? I thought turn by turn navigation was possible on this bike just like the new duke 390

[@ColSnders]

Now that's pretty clever. The manufacturer can simply enable the electronic brain lobe according to the market?

[@urbanstrencan]

Love Husky design much better looking than KTM, just got confirmation from Husqvarna on my order of Svarpilen 801 , can't wait to get it ❤❤❤

[@luthon]

Are those the stock mirrors? They look a bit different than the one we have here in Turkey, which are round but better than the previous ones.

[@1Chuck4U2C]

Love the looks of the bike, I bought a Kawasaki Dominar it basically has the same motor ,only three spark plugs for the big single. Most bikes this size I usually install riser for the handlebars at 6ft 32 inches inseam . When I get back to the States I will have to test ride this bike. But in the Philippines I ride the Baja-Kawasaki Dominar , which Baja Auto makes these same motors for KTM with little tweaks here and there. Thank you Bob

[@tag159]

Can't wait for the comparison video.

[@bbqR0ADK1LL]

I'm still looking on the used market for a first bike, but if I don't find anything I like, it's between the 2024 Svartpilen & the Speed 400 I think. Planning on giving them both a test ride sometime soon. This new model looks a lot better than the previous one imo. The features on the dash are pretty compelling as well.

[@1MinForTech23]

waiting for ride review 🔥

[@ashokyadavindia413]

The design of the bike is very simple and sober. Its weight is also less, which makes this bike perfect for adventure rides.

[@oneeyedken6169]

Visual-wise, previous gen hits the sweet spot better than current one. But the specs upgrades are very absolutely welcomed. I was a Husqvarna fan, and still am. Can't say it's a bang for the bucks, seeing as their pricing in my country (Malaysia) makes it so that they are having a hard time to compete with its direct competitors. All in all, a great bike which I'll get my hands on it if I can afford it lol.

[@Motorard]

pillion comfort please on the upcoming ride review

[@georgekrpan3181]

Put some Slime in the tubes or get a tubeless conversion kit. To me this is the best bike and the best value in the segment, best looking too.

[@Africatwinrider1]

Or learn to fix punctures

[@georgekrpan3181]

@@Africatwinrider1 Or learn not having to, lol.

[@Popflyer123]

The styling reminds me of my old 1982 Yamaha RD350LC 2-stroke. Similar horsepower and torque too. Hmmm, has me thinking about reliving my youth :) At 1:13 in the video, the tire label says, "Tubeless". What's with that? Cheers!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

DR-Z400 probably closer.

[@alqahtanialqahtaniq810]

الله يباركلك طيب منو أحسن صرفية الجمني ولا هالربع طبعا أنت فاهم سؤال عدل بغض النظر عن 4سلندر و6سلندر

[@Dreddingbath]

Much tech has filtered down from dirt bikes to mountain bikes but spoked tubeless rims have been standard issue for high spec MTBs for many years now, wondering why that hasn't filtered upwards?

[@thebrowns5337]

Even middle of the road MTB models are tubeless now and the popularity in MTB circles even convinced the slow on the uptake roadies to go tubeless. They are still mumbling about disc brakes (crazy MAMILs) but seem to like tubeless.

[@shinjoshin5222]

How's the mirror visibility? I heard 401 has so much vibration after certain speed. Did it get better this model of year?

[@FunWithAJ]

Odd at 1:13 the tires clearly say tubeless on the sidewalls yet theyre not tubeless. Something is afoul.

[@subratamishra4182]

The tyres are, rims aren't

[@AbishekKalai]

I am finally getting this here in India! Most Probably tomorrow!

[@ginoromariodeabreu]

Do you think we'll be able to put the new lcd screen on the older bikes?

[@steveseager519]

Just bought one, had a test ride and loved it,!

[@MichaelHirschmann-o4o]

When is the review of the Svartpilen finally being released? Can't wait for it 😊

[@dennismccullough638]

Wish it had a 19” up front. To me that would increase market appeal.

[@cybersix_2677]

The 2023 is a 373cc kinda nice they gave it just a tad more cc. I’m going to be reading my 2023 in for the 801 ☺️

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Does this 401 share the new engine with Triumph 400? They've the same bore/stroke. I think everything is very well done here. As far as those wheels are concerned, there's always the tubeless conversion method in the aftermarket with 3M rim sealing tape and the valve stem. It's been done with supermoto wheels for ages.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@DefinitelyNotOnTerms Ah! I guess I missed the fact KTM updated their 390 engine for 2024 in the 390 Duke. For whatever reason though, the RC390 stays at 373cc.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@MotorcyclesandTravel Suppose KTM just didn't put the development time into the RC model after they updated the Duke. Maybe the old adage about racing on Sunday and selling on Monday isn't the forefront of manufacturing development these days. MotoAmerica has Ninja 400 dominating, the RC just doesn't have the power to hold place after the tight curves are over.

[@ay7828]

Is the seat on this one is a bit wider then the seat on the previous one?

[@HowToGetMoreMetal]

It will definitely go almost anywhere. I have taken one to the top of the rockys on some tough trails. Gota go slow but it will go.

[@DoRC]

If that's true the fact that you have to hold the throttle open for the cruise control to work is ridiculous. That is a 100% engineered limitation that doesn't need to be there.

[@ScheitelpunktTV]

It's just a speed limiter like in a cheap VW Polo where you didn't pay for the full cruise control.

[@DoRC]

@@ScheitelpunktTV I get that but that's a software limitation not a hardware limitation

[@ScheitelpunktTV]

@@DoRC maybe later you can pay 9€ per month on a subscription to unlock it like with BMWs now. 😂😂

[@DoRC]

@@DefinitelyNotOnTerms right. But that means it has all of the parts and electronic system to be a cruise control. It even has the right buttons. It's being artificially kneecapped into what it is.

[@bingoberra18]

I´m getting a full license for this spring and I´m thinking about this or a SV650 (non restricted), would I regret buying this vs. the Suzuki?

[@RafaelHEscobar]

Depends a lot on your type of riding. If you only move on the asphalt grab the SV650, otherwise grab the Husky.

[@christiaang]

It would be nice to have this bike in a slightly bigger configuration, so tall people can ride proper lightweight bikes.

[@Teamteddygaming]

Can't wait to see the 801! When is delivery due?

[@fernandofasano8848]

Are those mirrors stock or aftermarket? I own the previous Svartpilen 401 model and I always wanted to change the mirrors for some more modern looking just like the ones in this video. Could you please let me know the brand and model if those are not stock? Thanks!

[@fernandofasano8848]

I reply myself. I used a screen capture of a frame of your video to search in Google Images. Found them! Those mirrors are KTM originals from the Duke 890R and the 1290R Super Duke (and maybe other models too). OEM Parts: 61312041300 (Right) and 61312040300 (Left). Great choice!!, they look beautiful on the 401. I'll get them for my bike. Cheers!

[@tsvetomirtsankov1761]

Great vid. Please compare this one and the Triumph Speed 400, not the Scrambler.

[@ricatiman]

I have an issue with the TFT display on this Husky... there's that wide bezel around the screen - why not taken a hint from Smartphone makers and have the display cover the full front of the screen, not just a little over half... Most other makers don't have this issue... why can't Pierer Mobility get this functioning better, like their rivals? After all, costs of screens have plummeted in recent years.

[@levigato125]

Between this and the Triumph Speed 400, two great looking 400cc bikes from India at a good price point.

[@kapsssel]

how on earth is this quieter if the pipe is half the size or previous one?

[@carlodefilippi6914]

At 1.13 it reads “tubeless” ? Why is that if it’s a tube type? The bike is very cool anyway.

[@coreydavis7810]

I'd love to see how this new iteration performs on some light off-road terrain. I suspect that it will do at least as well as its predecessor (2023 and earlier vintage), right? I love this bike across the years -- yes, I agree with others that a tubeless spoked rim would have been a nice upgrade, but at least the current setup is no worse than before (and is offset by the significant upgrades in frame, engine and tech specs). Aesthetically, I think all model years have been great, although I do prefer to favor the previous centered rear shock aesthetic (but the new shocks are functionally better, so moot point). All in all, this is a better Svart. The one new change that I absolutely hate, though, is the new exhaust configuration (I much prefer the previous high mount exit) -- I am in the market for the 24 model, but hope that I will be able to mod the exhaust to follow something more similar to the previous year or the 390 Adv setup. If doable, then that would make the 24 an easy buy; if not doable, then that would give me a little pause about buying the 24 vs a leftover discounted 23. But, this is such a cool little bike, and your video review here is excellent!

[@kimmixerxs]

I like this update on the bike. I think I'm going to part exchange my Yamaha 125 Infinity for it 😊

[@officeacct0048]

Tbh, with the issues from the first one, not really sure if I'm excited with the new one's quality. It's like you have to spend more to make the bike usable. Don't want random stalling while having a more rideable bike, buy fuelx. Want a more audible exhaust (the last one was so silent, I almost got sideswiped), but a new slip on exhaust. Don't want the hyperflashing turn signals issue, buy a new 3rd party relay that's not supplied by bajaj (which is soooo hard to source) -- and sometimes you have to buy a whole new turn signal assembly. And yes, the bike is cheap when brand new, but incase something broke, it costs an arm and a leg to replace it, coming straight from KTM dealerships.

[@franzjaegers]

My local KTM Dealer has a 2023 model next to a 2024 model and there it was easy to see that the newer model grew quite a bit. But as KTM Germany is offering a huge discount for the older model i am buying the 2023 model. 4490€ vs. 6199€. The 2024 model comes at 6799€ in Germany.

[@gustavoperez2130]

Is there a long-term review of it coming?

[@shambachatterjee3695]

Are they replacing the pereli scorpions to apollo tyres ?!

[@subratamishra4182]

Yes in India, because of RTO issue with imported tyres

[@Slash_GnR07]

I am from india...can you please tell when the bluetooth connectivity will be available in India?

[@TheQuikMix]

i really need the head to head with the Triumph 400x

[@martinsosa3453]

Thought the same, I'm between these two

[@asterix908]

The new version is great, more functional, but still mostly the same fun engine. I think the old one did look a loooootttt better. But given the improvements, new one will have to do. I do wish it had a just so slightly larger tank, a 4 gallon would be amazing. I mean its already such a small and light bike, a bigger tank won't hurt. A man can dream. But the rest seems like its almost perfect now.

[@cliffmaclean1551]

I love it. I put a deposit on one today.

[@ytubeda]

How is £5.5k a reasonable price for a 400cc motorcycle?? 🤔 I have a feeling the reviewers are not only accepting this trend but also encouraging the OEMs to charge us higher prices for lesser motorcycles. 0:34

[@aw7945]

Same price for the 125cc version. Mind blowing

[@Africatwinrider1]

Free bikes are always good bikes

[@msterpeter1]

you said they need tube, but on the sidewall it does say tubless,so your info is not good..RECHECK IT

[@Kincoran]

Despite any new improvements and tweaks - and despite me at first thinking this was a really good look - I think, after the novelty has worn off, I'd actually go for the 2023 model. It just looks so much more characterful.

[@Win7ermu7e]

Definitely a step towards the more generic with this model. The upgraded display was sorely needed though.

[@juanvega3609]

Be careful with the usb cables of the Quadlock because they don’t match with the module screen usb type C. They only come with usb type A and it’s a complete pity.

[@ColSnders]

Not being critical by any means, my friend. But this is the second comment I've seen from a new-rider where the electronic package on this excellent riding bike seems to be the main attraction. Maybe the Husqvarna designers have hit the right button?

[@Qminoo]

I'm in love with the Huskies and want to get one as my first bike but I'm afraid something like this might be too small for me, since I'm 193cm 90kg. And then the newly announced 801 looks amazing too but it's too much bike for where I live and the kind of riding I intend to do (small country with primarily mountain roads and 80kmh speed limits everywhere). I guess something like an XSR700 (which looks-wise is my favorite) is the golden spot for me, I just feel bad giving so much money for something with basically no features compared to something like this.

[@marceugeni]

It is Too small. I'm 1,78 and with my moto armor jacket I've seen pictures of me from behind and the moto is so slim and sleek that I look like a Mastodon riding it... Also it is very compact in general. But at the same time is tall... I don't know it is weird... I'm not happy with it 6 months of ownership...

[@muzzafarshaikh9018]

XSR 700 is my dream bike .

[@Qminoo]

@@marceugeni yeah this is what Im afraid of. But getting something like a svartpilen 801 with 105bhp is way too much for daily commuting and weekend mountain roads. I'd rather have something less powerful but be able to use at least most of its potential.

[@advres]

Would love to see a dash swap/upgrade for my 2023. It's one of the only things I really don't like about mine.

[@tonybarton3746]

Great looking small bike , but please all manufacturers stick a decent horn on them at least 113 decibels instead of those cheap squeak things 🤪🤪😊👍

[@leo2502]

How does the seat feel? The previous version had an absolutely horrible seat that felt like sitting on a Lego. I was ready to buy it, but I couldn’t guarantee I could ride it for more than a few minutes.

[@សាតអេត]

Could anyone who own this bike with custom box cover show picture . I want to know how could we carry something at the spoiler. Thank you!

[@Alexander5R]

Would you take this or the Speed 400?

[@steveseager519]

Also, you can get a tubeless kit and remove the inner tube 👏👏

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

it looks sick. i'd buy it just for that. the only downside is reading about ppl who've owned it and having to wait months for parts and issues with the ECU and battery, etc. the maintenance costs and parts availability just isn't worth the investment, unless you have multiple bikes and can afford to keep all of them insured and running while one of them is in the shop

[@Richieesgarage]

any decent for a 6ft3 rider ?

[@richardwarsinske7064]

Though I've not seen one in person from pictures/videos I think its appearance is greatly improved over the previous model. Deal breaking tiny fuel capacity/funky instruments of the previous version have been fixed. Looks like a bargain to me! Interesting that it undercuts the price of KTM's version by quite a bit (especially once you add the optional quick-shifter to the KTM) but Husqvarna's new 801 is far costlier than a Duke 790 (?).

[@RetroAmateur1989]

I like they made the engine larger and the bike longer. I looks like a proper bike now. Made me consider it, though I don't really like that is sort of sounds like a lawnmower.

[@Alkumist]

What’s its final drive gear sizes?

[@Nglish]

Are you ever gonna talk about the new CF Moto MT 450?

[@BrunonGL]

I literally looove the suspension company name: White Power. :D it so perfect. ;)

[@jhefaranal]

It's here! I was waiting for this for some time now

[@sarthakgawari1381]

you will have to change the alloys to that of vitpilen

[@andrewhobley2319]

Nice looking bike.

[@imyuuki3310]

show us the left side of the bike

[@gmc3578]

we need to stop calling the rear shock damping adjuster as just a "rebound" adjuster.... because it's actually affecting both rebound and compression...

[@vaibhavraverkar]

Looking forward for your review of new Himalayan 450

[@GrowYourOwnFun]

This vs the Duke 390 which is better?

[@thebrowns5337]

same bike so which is better depends literaly on which you personally prefer the look of.

[@GrowYourOwnFun]

@@thebrowns5337 they have different specs and looks and features how are they the same bike?

[@Win7ermu7e]

@@GrowYourOwnFun Mechanically and frame are identical actually ? The difference is aesthetics.

[@GrowYourOwnFun]

@@Win7ermu7e thank you

[@sandwaves5642]

The specs and details which we CAN see on the net, are one thing, the other is - the things we CAN NOT see - such as LIGHT AMOUNT / POWER. As I've mentioned before - it is YOU - moto-vloggers / testers / reviewers... who CAN test these things, since YOU get bikes for several days.... Ordinary people DON'T get to test the light, before they purchase the bike !!! So pretty please, with sugar on top - TEST THE FUCKEN LIGHTS - BOB ! 🤨 Service information is ALSO, pretty ESSENTIAL - for most of the MC buyers. People don't often remember ( as they get astonished by the looks of the bikes ) to acquire this information BEFORE they buy the bike ! For example : I've seen SO MANY tests of the CB500X, but NO ONE told anything about its' SHITTIEST front light ! - Is it SOOOOOO hard to provide a USEFUL testing / information ??!!

[@SaurabhPatel3093]

The 2024 Svartpilen 401 in India only has 4 on each side for compression and rebound i.e. if 2 is mid it can only move 2 on each side +/-. Rear suspension's rebound also have only 4 clicks, can anyone else with 2024 Svart 401 confirm this ?

[@VMinoda]

while it is undoubtedly better than previous gen, the previous gen looked unique. this one looks like just another bike... the overall package seems to be great for the price though

[@PrinceStoner]

People still ask about Bybre brakes. They are an Owned Subsidiary of BREMBO. Quality for less money.

[@ChhanaChhakchhuak]

In India, we get it at around 3000 pounds.. We dont even know how lucky we are!

[@rishabhtigadoli21]

😂😂😂

[@leoncelestinedave]

Minus the additional riding mode and the Bluetooth unit. Both of which I can live without

[@paul5683]

I have to ask, with all the electric gremlins that KTM suffers from, isn't these Husqvarnas more of the same? Or perhaps these are a cheaper version of KTM electrical problems? These seem nice but I have to question the durability. Getting stranded because some little sensor stopped working and the bike won't start is something I dread.

[@SameerPhadtare]

Why does the indian version have different mirrors 😢 and no riding modes

[@MrNocturnal1]

Are these bikes slow? New to motor cycles so I don’t know a whole lot.

[@abhayisdoinggreat6585]

Nope

[@Win7ermu7e]

Relative to what ? To larger displacement bikes, yes. To most cars on the road, definitely not.

[@malcolmlester4585]

yeah looks way better than the previous model. and the extra tech is nice.