Post by: Feed Poster on August 07, 2024, 22:02:37 PM
Overview
Husqvarna's Vitpilen is a more asphalt-oriented variation of its close sibling, the Svartpilen 401. Like that scrambler motorcycle, the Vitpilen is über stylish and packs a ton of features for an entry-level machine.
Where its stablemate features spoked rims and knobby tires, the Vitpilen wears road-oriented rubber on its cast-aluminum wheels. And while this machine is much happier keeping the rubber on the tarmac, it's otherwise equally as versatile. It's powered by a 399cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with fuel injection, ride-by-wire throttle control, and multiple ride modes. It even comes with an up/down quickshifter and anti-theft device as standard.
The chassis features a steel-trellis frame, WP Apex suspension with 5.9 inches of travel at each end, a pair of ByBre brakes with a radial-mount four-piston caliper and 320mm disc at the front and a twin-piston 240mm disc setup at the rear. Bosch cornering-sensitive ABS is standard.
Other features that are rarely seen at this price include the 5-inch full-color TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity, and LED lighting.
Pricing and Variants
The 2024 Vitpilen 401 has a $5,899 MSRP.
Competition
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/husqvarna-vitpilen-401-and-svartpilen-401-first-look/"><b>Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, $5,899</b></a>
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/2018-bmw-g310r-naked-motorcycle-first-ride-review/"><b>BMW G 310 R, $4,995</b></a>
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/triumph-speed-400-and-scrambler-400-x-review/"><b>Triumph Scrambler 400 X, $5,595</b></a>
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/motorcycle-reviews/royal-enfield-guerilla-450-first-ride/"><b>2025 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, $TBA</b></a>
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/honda/scl500/"><b>Honda SCL500, $6,799</b></a>
News and Reviews
- <a href="https://www.cycleworld.com/bikes/husqvarna-vitpilen-401-and-svartpilen-401-first-look/"><b>Vitpilen 401 First Look</b></a>
2024 Vitpilen 401 Claimed Specs
| MSRP: | $5,899 |
|---|---|
| Engine: | DOHC, liquid-cooled single; 4 valve/cyl. |
| Displacement: | 399cc |
| Bore x Stroke: | 89.0 x 64.0mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 12.6:1 |
| Transmission/Final Drive: | 6-speed/chain |
| Fuel System: | DKK Dell'Orto w/ 46mm throttle body; ride-by-wire |
| Clutch: | PASC slipper clutch; mechanically operated |
| Frame: | Steel trellis w/ bolt-on cast-aluminum subframe |
| Front Suspension: | 43mm WP Apex, compression and rebound damping adjustable; 5.9 in. travel |
| Rear Suspension: | WP Apex monoshock, spring preload and rebound damping adjustable; 5.9 in. travel |
| Front Brake: | 4-piston radial-mount caliper, 320mm disc w/ ABS |
| Rear Brake: | 2-piston caliper, 240mm disc w/ ABS |
| Wheels, Front/Rear: | Cast aluminum; 17 in./17 in. |
| Tires, Front/Rear: | 110/70-17 / 150/60-17 |
| Rake/Trail: | 24.0°/ N/A |
| Wheelbase: | 53.9 in. |
| Ground Clearance: | 7.1 in. |
| Seat Height: | 32.3 in. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 3.4 gal. |
| Wet Weight: | 341 lb. |
| Contact: | husqvarna-motorcycles.com |
Source: 2024 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 (https://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/husqvarna/vitpilen-401/)
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