Svartpilen 401 Drama!

It's been a rocky road to ride my new 2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, but I FINALLY can ride it!

[@moop4567]

Rlly helpful! Now I know what I’ll need to pay extra attention to when I start my hunt for a secondhand 401!

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Glad I could help!

[@BeaversToothpick]

Glad to hear that you can continue to enjoy riding your Husky now that all things are sorted out! Have fun!

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Thanks bud!

[@UnderestimatedA1]

I absolutely love mine. It's my first bike . 92 in six gear haven't found the end love love it!

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

That’s cool that it’s your first bike. I’ve been riding since 1972 and I’ve owned so many motorcycles of so many types and brands I’ve lost count. I rode every day, 15 to 20 thousand miles a year, and the Svartpilen is the most fun and versatile bike I’ve ever owned. Enjoy!

[@UnderestimatedA1]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog man that makes me so happy to hear because I changed a lot in my life and fought like hell to get her and I love riding. Fuk alcohol I'll never drink again I've found my true passion. Thank you have a blessed day

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

@@UnderestimatedA1 enjoy!

[@UnderestimatedA1]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog helmet is on as I type

[@teatech708]

I have the vitpilen one, same bike, love how eazy it is to move it arround, 0-60 in about 5.3 sec, tops at 112mph

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Nice! Yes, it's surprisingly quick. I love it!

[@wokeydokey6885]

It's a bad move to do the first 3 service by yourself because the manufacturer can void your warranty if you don't take it to them to do it, they won't charge you for labour cost for those services since it's termed as free service. Also, the free services can be done in a day (if you drop it at the service centre opening time, you'll get it by eve) or just 1 day, but other fixes will take more time no matter how small they're because they priorities service over others (it shouldn't be like that though). Also, get the extended warranty if you can because the headlight units will die after a while. I've replaced mine once under warranty since one of my drl led died and now have to replace it again since my low beam light are turning off when i turn (loose contact or worn wire I guess)

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Meh. I will certainly own my mistake if it turns out to be one. As for getting something done in a day, I guess that depends on where you live. Around here, you’re rolling dice.

[@bolumsonucanavari]

Funny thing Quentin Fellow 401 rider here. I have exactly the same problems with the official Husqie motorshop here in Ankara, Turkey. They are the WORST lol. By the way I share your thoughts on this little beast being the most fun ride ever. I have a Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle. A beauty in its own way. Everything preem quality. But it doesn't give me as much fun as this 401. Also we have exactly the same glasses too. Lol. A brother from the other side of the world. Cheers buddy.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Thanks my friend! I love it!

[@bolumsonucanavari]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog watch this video, I know our machines are beasts but I didn't knew they were such beasts. Some crazy Serbians ride them like they've stolen them lol. ep01: SCRAMBLERS / SVARTPILEN 401 & XSR 700 OFFROAD

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

@@bolumsonucanavari thanks! I’ll check it out. I ride my bikes but I don’t thrash em. 😎

[@jmpoulsen1]

Makes me love my old aircooled bikes, Yamaha and Ducati

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

There is something wonderful about simple motorcycles. I don't want to go back to carburetors, but otherwise, yes! Thanks!

[@dutchgoonie]

Nice video, yes the 401 is a beautiful little fast bike for the money.

[@keeganmoran996]

The 600 mile service is more than just the oil change ,they reset the ecu so you can go over 7000 rpm.

[@darryledwards7073]

The rev limit is automatically removed BUT there is a bunch of things that get enabled at first service No 1 is the quick shifter

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

I did notice that my rev limiter light has changed from 7000 rpm to 8000 seemingly on its own. I did see some message about a "Service Reset" on the bike's terrible dash. I pushed some buttons and it went away. I probably should get a dealer first service but I am so tired of dealer delays, incompetence and expense.

[@danboyd6180]

And you have to Gap your PLUGS

[@georgekrpan3181]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog The shift indicator light and rev limiter are not the same.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

@@georgekrpan3181 that is true. I’m aware. Thanks.

[@georgekrpan3181]

I also had a Honda CB300R before I got my Vitpilen 401. Of course the 401 is mo' betta' but the CB ain't bad and isn't as slow as some might think.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

The 300 wasn’t bad but I found it cramped, limited, and gasping for breath where the Svartpilen says “Let’s go!!!” To me, there’s really no comparison.

[@georgekrpan3181]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog What didn't like about the CB was the gearing, too low. I shoulda' put on a 15 tooth sprocket. Cheers!

[@michaelrieser9928]

Funny. I have been there. After I owned my first motorcycle at age 45, I quickly learned you need another motorcycle because it takes so long for them to fix your dream bike. I had a ktm 990 duke, torque for days…… same oil change craziness, if I thought they would do it in a day I would gladly pay them. But I would fear I might never see the bike again. Ducati has to order parts from Italy, when they come, then they open the engine up and they find they need additional parts another call to Italy. Sometimes the Suzuki and Kawasaki ‘s look like the way to go, but those European machines ride like no other! My 2007 Ducati Monster sounded like a fine tuned Tiger Tank!

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Nice! And yes, the dealerships can do a good job, but sometimes it’s a black hole.

[@natsgepega4607]

Thanks for this video!

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

My pleasure. Thank you!

[@lobotomizd]

Hi! Fascinated by your sheepskin seats, where do you live, it must be cold?

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Actually no, I’m in the Myrtle Beach area. But the sheepskins work great in hot weather. They really do keep you warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

[@haymobachmaier]

You have to do the first Sevice at the dealer. They unlock the 1000km / 600miles „lock“ . And dude, the oilchange is easy on these bikes. But try to change the Sparkplug🙈 Its a awesome bike, I love mine. Nice greet from Austria, in the near of the KTM Headquater👏👍🍀

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Interesting, thanks! Maybe I’ll take it in at 5,000 miles. I’m a little over 4,000 miles and the bike is awesome.

[@nickkarnach7311]

was surprised to meet Ukrainian flag in a random vlog on YT, thank you for that! and great bike too, dream of getting svartpilen one day myself

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Thank you! I can’t say enough about how much I detest Putin.

[@SacrificiaLamb.8R]

How much did you pay Total Out the Door for the 2023 401?

[@UnderestimatedA1]

6685. Cookeville TN

[@UnderestimatedA1]

6685. Cookeville TN

[@dennie80]

I thought I was the only one in this area with a Svartpilen. Not trying to blow up your spot, but you are in SC right?

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

I am in SC near the beach and the NC line. You?

[@dennie80]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog I’m in Conway right outside MB.

[@igerce]

Greenville SC here

[@UnderestimatedA1]

I'm in Orangeberg ride hard! Love my 401.

[@UnderestimatedA1]

​@@QuentinsMotoVlogyo were did you take yours for the first service? How much did it run ya?$

[@km55111]

What bag do you use for the back?

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

That bag is from Amazon called “Pevor Motorcycle Tail Bag PU Leather Multifunctional Waterproof Sports Motorcycle Seatback Tool Bag Luggage Carry Bag Storage Tail Bag”. It is quite small but works well with the bike.

[@km55111]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog thank you! it looks amazing and would be great to have more storage

[@UnderestimatedA1]

Btw you look like Steven king. The author. My favorite.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Ha! Thanks.

[@MB_X]

I think you had more bad luck then anything else XD. The dealer took way to long and the oil change kit is the exact same one as the KTM duke 390 and shouldn't have taken so long.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Yeah, I guess it’s a busy time of year for them and I just needed more patience, but man it was hard to wait for the bike! Worth it, though!

[@UnderestimatedA1]

I gety oil change kits 2 at a time off eBay works fa me

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

That’s what I did. Changed the oil with the three filters myself. A bit complicated but certainly doable. Thanks.

[@UnderestimatedA1]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog I noticed with the two smaller filters I had to make shure they were set in there right , I geased them up first then just had to fiddle with them till I was shure, I'm definitely no mechanic but yea it's done 👍 right

[@kevinmitchell9992]

Should have kept the vx300😅

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Nah. Not really. The 401 pulls. The X300 doesn’t. The difference in power and acceleration is stark.

[@kevinmitchell9992]

But you won't be in the shop every week

[@TheINDIAN]

Welcome to small bikes that have a nasty after sales bite . Try to flash the ECU put a well tuned map. The bike will get a lot more smooth,run cooler and drink less fuel. If your front pads are not up to your liking try EBC EPFA 606 pads . They need temprature for it to work but works really well. Been using them since 2015 KTM rc 390.

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Yeah, I don’t think the resale will be good but I have no intention of parting with the 401. I added the Fuel-X Lite and it helps a lot. Also adjusted the chain. Bike is really smooth now at all reasonable RPMs. I like the brakes-no need to change anything there until normal wear calls for it. Thanks!

[@TheINDIAN]

@@QuentinsMotoVlog you will love a lot more but you will hate it too at the same time . Make sure you don't lose the sprocket cover bolts as oil will pour out . If you can or if you want to try something really good ,there is a company called CF Moto and they have made an amazing bike called the SR or SS 450 which is a 270 degree crank twin . It is a super sport small capacity bike . You have to check it out . As that engine is borrowed allegedly from KTM . Give it a try. Just a chance. A test ride. That engine could possibly be the perfect one and done engine .

[@teatech708]

bro the man loves his bike lol@@TheINDIAN

[@TheINDIAN]

@@teatech708 he will enjoy the bike more and ride with a big safety margin. And have more fun.

[@matthewthomas5997]

Video should be titled old man complains for a long time.

[@aceofhearts8036]

I found the video great, leave him alone mate

[@ranigan79]

First world problems 😂

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

That’s the only kind I have. And I’m grateful!

[@Some_Scott]

This bike sucks huh?