Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 & Svartpilen 250 Road Test Review | KTM Duke's Swedish Cousins!

[@shashank0710]

I test rode svartpilen. I am 5.4 inches in height and I'm able to easily put 2/3 of my foot on the ground on a good road. I assume its because of the very thin & tapering seat and that the bike kinda makes u want to sit as close to the tank as possible because of the way the seat is designed. This allows decent room for the pillion at the back. And if one can manage to put up a backrest, the pillion will feel perfectly fine. This bike has a THAR-like road presence. It takes a few minutes for anyone to fully complete admiring the bike from front to sides to the back by when you would have already passed by their eyes. & You can keep admiring this bike even as a owner & never get tired of it. Esp those headlights! 9.5 litre tank isn't an issue even on highways, not as much as people advertise it to be. You just need to ensure you have enough petrol stations on your route. I do touring on a TVS Ntorq which has a 6 litre tank with 1 litre always on reserve. So I understand. You can't easily take Svartpilen onto the northern terrains ( there is not enough space to keep jerry cans). But for long rides in central & southern India its absolutely fine. Even for a ride to mullyangiri peak (highest peak of Karnataka) its absolutely comfortable. Brakes & tires are 1st class. Gearbox is beautiful. I wish the wires were hidden a lil better. Availability of parts are a worry. Service is a worry, being a new brand.

[@sandeepmortal]

Hi Did you buy this motorcycle? I am very interested for the vitpilian but i am worried about servicing and parts being unavailable and or costly

[@DJ_Dhawz]

I will just call them Huskys, varna pronunciation mistake ho jayega.

[@SirKart]

Hehe.. I should have too.. 😂

[@venukrithish007]

Hoosq-varna. Simple

[@masq692]

@@venukrithish007 the hardest part to explain is the swedish u

[@souravtiru3929]

I see what you did there😏😏

[@twistednemo]

Ba dum tiss

[@UnShEeP924]

Thank you zigwheels for such an amazing video. Your style of storytelling is amazing and the fact that the vitpilen came out as the more favorable motorcycle (because i also like it more) makes it much more special....MUCH LOVE

[@rahulnair5320]

On point, almost. You did a justice with this review and as a Vitpilen owner here, I can vouch for your words. All in all, the Vitpilen as impractical it is, it is the well put together one. No it's not for touring, It's neither a comfortable commuter, but it's so much fun when you decide to swing legs over it. It handles superbly well and I beleive a swap for a stickier rubber will only make it better. The height is an issue, I'm 5'4 and it took a couple of weeks easily to get comfortable with it. The Swartpilen doesn't make sense to me. It makes for a very uncomfortable tourer with a really small saddle and a tiny tank which gives a usable 7 litres and a very low ground clearance meaning it's not made for an off-road terrain too. The off-road tyre makes for a worse road grip and that along with an upright stance translates into an uninspiring cornering experience. My money is on Vitpilen.

[@dr.9ho5t]

How did you manage that seat height? I'm 5'3", so according to my height can I ride it?

[@ganeshreddy3661]

Broo✌️✌️✌️😅😅😅I see you every where

[@issashrez6007]

the only thing pulling me back is the tank capacity.. so, is that actually bothering on road ? for decent long rides, is it suitable? what do u feel abt it?

[@SirKart]

@@issashrez6007 just got to.make more stops..😀

[@SirKart]

Rahul! You bought the Vit!! So glad to hear that!! Must be loving it!

[@prateekgupta7544]

What i like is they're not inserting multiple ads just because they can, they genuinely care about viewers, keep it up man.

[@haniahamed2183]

Just finished watching reviews of the huskys on Autocar,Powerdrift and Zigweels 👍😍

[@bharathkesavan1469]

Yeah. I have seen this for other bike reviews as well. Dunno why but they all release reviews at the same day

[@twistednemo]

@@bharathkesavan1469 Media embargo

[@Spark.Echo.]

Same. Pinch

[@thekartk]

Finally you gave us the review. I've been waiting for this since last year when they were first launched.

[@akashnoel6968]

Man I loved the intro relating to the cousins and entry of the bikes 🔥👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@abhishekr5910]

can you tell me which song that is, not finding it

[@SIZZISH]

I guess the lockdown has made editor forget about editing specs 😂😂. As always dope review Kartikeya sir!

[@swagatabarua]

I own the Vitpilen 250 and it definitely is an attention grabber. Every traffic light I stop, people keep staring at it and some even asks me which bike it is. Also it's a joy to ride. The power delivery is so smooth I never feel any jerk. The gear shifter is smooth as well. The suspension I suppose is the best in class. The seat is comfortable for the rider but uncomfortable for the pillion. I anyway use it for commuting to office so mostly I am riding alone so it's not an issue. Tyres have good grip. Headlight looks classy and the light has really good coverage. Overall very happy with my purchase and would happily suggest it.

[@nayan9672]

Any issues . I'm thinking of buying

[@thenaturalfreak1939]

Wtf ! Who said that top speed is 130 ? I own svartpilen and I have reached 149 ! RPM will be changed after service. You bunch of liars. Guys go with Husky's for its looks, power and performance. You won't regret it. Economical than KTM 250.

[@doctordang8612]

There's no looking back on negatives after spending money on it 👍 typical

[@prabindekapator2323]

You are right bro..I am also a proud owner of svartpilen and I must say it's awesome to ride at 110 kmph on highways and offroading also can be done to some extent.. As old saying goes.." You have to own it to Feel it🤘😄 Peace out✌️

[@eklavyajumnani7910]

They have to stand by the brand provided numbers. Logical

[@aswin5792]

@A R actually there is enough space for the pillion. For rides within the city, I took a test ride

[@teapack1281]

@A R yes

[@sairajmechy]

Editing team mistake.... Not including Karthikeya photo in the review.... Hence the low view count

[@SirKart]

Hahaha aisa thodi hi hot hai.. but thank you.

[@TejashwiKalpTaru]

@@SirKart aisa hi hota hai, I almost look for your face while searching for any reviews

[@mihir8325]

@@SirKart aisa hi hota hai. We watch zigwheels only because of you.

[@BrattyBiker]

Karthikeya sir is one of the best reviewers in the country! I love these new bikes! I really wish Husqvarna brings their 2 strokes here (Pipedream).

[@akshaykhanna9802]

“I totally get that Luna vibe you were going for” and the reaction after this. You killed it bro!!

[@nandkumarnair8928]

Finally, u guys got ur hand on em....was waiting quite patiently from a loooooooong time....good job with the review guys 👌🏼

[@cooldudeimr]

Awesome. looking machines.. i will go for the svartpillen!!!! for sure

[@AniketSen]

me too....i'm not gonna off-road either, but i feel the colour scheme and the split seat are my thing...

[@amalajay7832]

But wat about the 149mm ground clearance

[@rizwanahmedboxer]

I only watch zigwheels when Kartikeya is there I love the way he reviews and enjoy watching......

[@viratsheetalkothari4935]

Kartikye bhai again 👍👍👍. That idea of adding small funny part in the review is just amazing .it changes the boring video into amazing and entertaining review.

[@PrashantEM7]

Just one thing, people have been calling it Hasqvarna but its like Hoosqvarna (Husqvarna), Thank You. :)

[@rempuia1063]

No they call it hoosqwarna lol😂

[@powangpansang4649]

Just in colombia its poolsar instead of pulsar😀

[@Memebox711]

Should it be pronounced hoosvarna or hoosqvarna

[@sahiljoshi5318]

god i love this guy. HAVE HIM IN MORE VIDEOS!!!

[@kartoonz82]

Amazing video... was really confused but after this video, vitpilen it is!!

[@kishorekumars4900]

Absolutely wonderful explanation karthikeya bro..its very pleasing to see you don the musketeer looks,you are one of the best in the business..god bless you in all your future endeavours... Regards Kishore reddy...

[@yogeshdixit1]

Amazing review Karthik. Very distinctive style

[@himanshusingh6392]

Can someone tell me the song name in the beginning of the video

[@DHIRAJJKUMARBittu]

Kartikeya review's always dope

[@SirKart]

Bro.. thanks so much!

[@basetrap8298]

Kartikeya Singhee bro how tall are you ?

[@goldentigervizag8344]

@@basetrap8298 he's 5.6"

[@basetrap8298]

GOLDEN TIGER thanks bro

[@Randommotovlogs]

@@SirKart Is GIXXER250SF worth Buying over Svartpilen250?who's Handling,Breaks and Pickup is Better? Which is Fun and More Practical in Mumbai city?

[@naveencs8248]

Thanks man was waiting for this review for long time...😎

[@hatimmerchant1663]

Please send me the name of the song used in intro ...thanks Pls let me know

[@nadkarni.create]

kartikeya sir has come a long way from his overdrive videos.. he is more lively now... btw relative comparison was on point

[@SirKart]

Thank you so much sir good to know you have been watching for so many years.

[@newaronwheels9602]

Got me a vitpilen after watching this video... And man my life has been interesting ever since ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thanks to karthikeya for such an awesome review

[@sushanthshetty8664]

Hi.... Can you please put in your experience with the new Husq here? I am looking forward to buying one but still thinking if it'll be worth the money and to keep it for a longer time... Will be my first bike 🙂

[@piyushlakhamapure5291]

Finally long awaited review of these twins from ZigWheels♥️

[@SirKart]

Thank you for waiting!! 🙏

[@27siddarth]

This person is the reason I subscribed.

[@aamir.khan.1991]

As an RC owner for over 3 years, the vitpilen isn't that similar to the rc apart from the triple clamp setup. The seat height, thigh support and tuck down feel is quite different. I felt the footpegs and shifter length etc were different too. Minor difference maybe, but immediately noticeable. On the RC, you gel well with the ergonomics for very aggressive riding. On the vitpilen, it seems like you are flying coz even when you tuck yourself in, nothing interrupts your view. And I really wonder if i should put stomp grips on those superbly sculpted fuel tank covers (no matter how well designed, you cannot grip fibre composite perfectly well unless you wear tight leathers all the time)

[@tanmay923]

Bro I am considering meteor 350, but I also have inclination towards Husqvarna, what do you think is a better buy? Because they both are now under 2.5L bracket. Also r15 can also be considered as that will help me save some bucks but surely it must not be comfortable at all.

[@ritvikpandey6878]

Go for Husqvarna buddy

[@iceman-1987]

Tbh, most of the people can't pronounce the name properly and that's one of the reasons they don't buy it. But these bike look stunning and have so much potential! Nice review guys, always love your videos.

[@callerid9161]

Which song is this man...? slip slide in the lane even without the rain....

[@BOXXY_GAMING]

These bikes looks beautiful af

[@God-Brand]

9gager ?

[@riteshkamble8280]

Car and bike are ok But I watch this man video for back ground music , awesome but never find single one😢

[@kushalp4526]

How is the vitpilen for a long drive ? Does it hurt the back for few hours of riding?

[@the_winged_helm]

So is the Vitpilen more fun to ride than the Duke 250? Cause apart from the minimalist design, I feel the Duke is a more sensible choice overall.

[@twistednemo]

I think it comes down to aesthetics and ergonomics. Otherwise, they are the same bike.

[@AniketSen]

i have the budget to buy this, but all i am worried about is series network, parts availability and most importantly, reliability and longevity..can someone update me on that please....i wanna buy this ASAP...also is this a better option or Gixxer 250?

[@colintheodore8657]

Never rided any bike in my life ! Is svartpilen a good choice for total beginner like me ? I have experience riding a scooty but that's all !

[@abhishekjawharkar3412]

Loved this review !!

[@iamgogol]

I just love the Circular DRL headlamps.

[@sujaydanappanavar3171]

That's an awesome review... Best video on Huskies...Karthikeyan 🔥🔥🔥

[@d96yt4]

Too much unnecessary fuss in between the review...For me shumis review style seems the best..

[@SirKart]

Glad to know you liked Shumi's review. He is awesome.

[@d96yt4]

@@SirKartI didn't meant it in a harsh way. Your reviews are very good too and informative...But unlike the other ones this ones balance was a bit off..

[@rahulnair5320]

@@SirKart I loved your bit too. If one wants a spec sheet there are other reviews for that. And of all the reviews, yours actually made a lot more sense and loved your taste.

[@sairajmechy]

@@SirKart you are a sport. Both of you are awesome

[@koushik_bora]

Husqvarna 250 or duke200 ? Which one is good I know both are not same but i wanna buy so asking it ...

[@dor_g11]

Is it possible to fit the rims on a 16 KTM rc 390

[@pramitdas2354]

I love the presenter's style! 👌

[@streetfighter9901]

If I change tyer svartpline can I change buying time they will charge for me if I gave money

[@shaikh4695]

I like your way of presentation👌

[@ebeytom4801]

Guys being a proud owner of a Husqvarna Vitpilen, I see you made a mistake in this video. The top speed of Vitpilen (as well as Svartpilen) is not 130kmph, because I've been ridden than that and reached till 142 kmph in a straight road.

[@narendrairengbam112]

You made it seem like these two have different engines or different tune. Its just the handle bars making the diffrence. And yeah, the tyres for some part, but it wouldnt make much diffrence for city rides under a speed of 60kmph. You dont need much grip to turn at low speeds of under 60kmph. So just change the handlebars on svartpilen and you are good to go. Anyways good review.

[@callerid9161]

Music?

[@sahare33]

Hi Zigwheels, how is it on rainy season?

[@mad_reeves8117]

im glad that i am 5'9 ft and happily owned this beauty for more than a year .. no regret ✌️🔥

[@mg1721]

what happened after more than a year? did you sell it?

[@vikramjsb96]

Both of these bikes are stunning. I fall in love with vitpilen the second I laid my eyes on it. But the only disappointing thing about these bikes are their exhaust note. It is just underwhelming in my opinion. Same with their 401 and 701 versions. I mean Husqvarna could have at least improved the exhaust note of 701’s. And just a single cylinder engine on such a magnificent looking 701 bike ?! 🤨

[@twistednemo]

The 690 single cylinder is the best part about that bike. That's what allows the bike to be so lightweight and punchy. Twin cylinder 600-800 cc bikes are a dime a dozen.

[@jnvid1]

Awaiting for Street Triple R review!!

[@prudhviamburu47]

Black arrow or White one? You addressed the right issue! Thanks man! 💞 For Karthikeya

[@thatboi1737]

Can it be lowered? The seat height

[@dranurag22]

Urban Location is pune but what's the other location?

[@44krazzy]

I love the way you do ur reviews man..keep up oomph & chutzpah!!!

[@srk0034]

3 reviews in 2 days from Kartikeya Sir 🙂 Kartikeya Sir all over Zigwheels now ....🙏

[@abhradeepbhowmick3080]

First song name please

[@ayonghosh28]

Is it for new riders??

[@JonasJohnson777-OG]

Sf 250 vs vitpilen 250 .... Who will win?

[@shrishnewton.b9381]

That was epic starting 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@maheshgoolla2515]

Nice presentation... Good review

[@manalbijoor3486]

When are they going to launch 401?

[@yashamin5848]

There was a post by fast bikes india on instagram stating that the 401s ain't coming to India. Don't know if it's legit news.

[@biometrix5523]

Long ride k liye kon sa accha rhega ?

[@thereview-GY]

Hey I'm really interested in buying a ATVs 200 but i live overseas how do I get one

[@maheshy1]

IMO, 250 is the most un-KTM engine in their list. 200 is a screamer and 400 is too jumpy - for my taste. I like the Svart 250 a lot. With the ADV suspensions, wire wheels, Tubliss kit, nobody is gonna wanna borrow my wheels. Add Rekluse and you have an IMT for motorcycles - perfect for commuting.

[@sdp6735]

why this channel doesn't have 1 million subscribers

[@aryamanake4455]

Why is everyone posting this review today together. I don't think this was a launch day unlike that of thar. Anyways feeling happy as I was also looking for a detailed review.

[@powangpansang4649]

I just wanted to know i am 5.4 and i have duke 250, so kindly tell me, would this bike will suitable for me!!??

[@porkoholic]

I'd have bought the svartpilen if they brought the 401, but since they gave us 250, I got an adv 390 instead

[@lazyres2]

@शिरीष ರಾಮಾಯ nah Duke 390 is common and feels like every college chapri has one, Husqvarna and adventure are unique.

[@himanshugautam2389]

Even my watchman have duke 250 🤣🤣🤣

[@AniketSen]

did not care about the lack of practicality....I was so inclined on buying the Svartpilen...but it has quality issues, mainly in the fit and finish and the overall built quality, the plastic panels have gap and a fair bit of play....there are squeaks here and there...and after riding the 250 Duke the quality issues were even more apparent...the Duke is built like a tank, stronger and thicker plastic panels, better tolerances and no suck squeaks....a metal tank, I feel it even has a stiffer frame although the construction might be the same...better quality mirrors and front fenders ...maybe that's what justifies it's 20K premium over the Husky...after multiple back and forth test rides and being a pain in the butt for the sales executive for the showroom here in kolkata....I settled for the Duke....

[@balachanthiran.k]

Intro song info please😅😅🙏🙏??

[@callerid9161]

Plz... Someone...

[@siddharthsinghvirdi7881]

Glad you found a location 😎

[@SirKart]

Hullo sir! Yes.. and rain.. heheheh

[@thezyrex5692]

Considering the 401`s and 701`s are black and white

[@anupojumani4548]

Seat height is 835 mm right...?

[@pratiktandel5706]

Duke 250 seat height is 823mm ? 😕

[@chiranjeevichiran4911]

@zigwheels kindly make a video of ktm duke 250 bs6 ground clearance issue and how to overcome it. Is it good to purchase such a bike thats getting hitted on every speedbumbs of Indian roads, wont it affect/worsen the machines in that underbelly.

[@arnab266]

Keep it up... awesome review.

[@TheLazyWandererMys]

I'll be honest, I am not a fan of Husqvarna, atleast not these and it purely based on the looks. Though they may have a higher seat height, they just look too small overall. The Svartpilen is definitely a missed opportunity at making a proper scrambler. Even Vitpilen as a cafe racer looks too short in length. May be riding them once may change my mind but for now, not a fan.

[@nandhu6747]

What's the song in the intro ?

[@callerid9161]

Tell me too.... Plz

[@nandhu6747]

@@callerid9161 i still haven't found it

[@sachinbkhandare]

Design looks unique. Climate is great for shooting. ,✌️✌️✌️

[@deepakjaiswal4545]

You say it's not good for long tour???? I highly doubt that. I covered 900 Kms in 3 days with pillion n with 50 kgs luggage weight. Not a single problem faced.

[@michaeljohnson9700]

400 kms in single day... 6.6 hrs to be accurate.. With pillion... Total weight rider - 80kg...pillion-85 kg... Of 400kms.. 145kms were hills... Did the entire trip by filling the fuel twice... Twice full tank... Not a single complaint... Solid control... Nothing to complain... And sry I almost forgot to say... I own a svart.. Currently 14.25k kms on it... Enjoy it everyday

[@sunnySRT7]

Bike released long ago... why all the channels posting reviews today ???

[@ramakrishnaparamahamsa7816]

You should test Revolt RV 300, 400

[@Varun_Vidyalink]

Is it comfortable for an individual with a height of 5ft 7inch ?

[@SirKart]

Yes sir...

[@tharabhaijoginder3809]

Comparison With Duke250 ?

[@pogoprithish3235]

Top speed I have achieved on this would be 160+ kmph ,yeah I understand,with synthetic oil it’s possible even the vibrations on the higher side of RPM range feels less with synthetic oil.

[@sarbuttamdebbarma6684]

Kartikeya sir, your video on huskvarna 250 is awesome. I just want to know when you were sitting on the bike you were in tiptoeing.. Is it comfortable when tiptoeing? Can you please let us tell your actual height in cm sir.

[@sujithsajan3037]

Great Review... Awesome

[@shubhamchaturvedi542]

Sabhi keh rahe hai dono achhi hai. Dono ke difference bata rahe hai but le kise (purchase kise kare) ye koi nhi bata raha.... 😢 I am really concerned for my new 250cc bike... What can I do..

[@SirKart]

Sir! Bataaya hai . Vitpilen!

[@SirKart]

11:15

[@shubhamchaturvedi542]

@@SirKart thank you sir. & Please #sir mt kahiye mai kafi chhota hu. Aap logo ka bohot bda fan hu...❤️😊

[@SirKart]

@@shubhamchaturvedi542 thank you so much! 🙏🙏 Take care!

[@SuperRAJORSHI]

Arreeyyy yaar!! Im.getting confused now!! Was looking forward to tvs zeppelin...uska toh koi ata pata nahi abhi tak!! Now husqverna came!! And i got love at first sight 😍 abgi kya karu?? Crush (zeppelin) ke liye wait karu?? Ya love at first sight (husqverna) ke pichhe vaagu?? 😂😂😂

[@abissabi777]

Why every channel posting same video today.. 3 channels posting same content

[@SirKart]

There was an embargo till 11am today. Hence the reviews were shared with you as soon as it lifted. 🙏

[@daneshmaximus3707]

beautiful looking bikes, but tooo new and name is really hard remembering and to pronounce. looking forward for an awesome performance from the huskies

[@mohammadareeqali2576]

Bahut baar comment kr chuka bade bhai but not replied me🙏I'm your old subscriber Ek request he bade bhai🙏 I'm your old subscriber Aap apni har video me Timestamp wala feature add kro plz🙏🙏🙏 I requested🙏😊

[@shaktisomadutt]

Why all reviewers uploaded video at the same time, same day? PD, ZIG, Motoroid , Dino, Autocad etc .. every one uploaded video about Husqvarna on the same day. Is it a paid promotion?

[@twistednemo]

Media embargo by the manufacturer.