Husqvarna globally unveils Vitpilen 801

Shares underpinnings with Svartpilen 801.

By Gavin Rodrigues, Autocar India calendar 04 Oct 2024 Views icon2348 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Husqvarna globally unveils Vitpilen 801

After the launch of the Svartpilen 801 earlier this year, Husqvarna has unveiled its counterpart in the form of the Vitpilen 801. Both motorcycles share the same motor, that has been derived from the KTM 790 Duke. 

 

The Vitpilen 801 gets similar styling as the Svartpilen 801 but with a revised front end. It features an all new LED headlamp design, redesigned radiator shrouds and some bodywork, under its engine. This roadster features slightly more aggressive ergonomics with a lower handlebar and a more committed rider triangle. The Vitpilen 801 gets a familiar 799cc parallel twin engine that produces 105hp at 9,250rpm and 87Nm 8,000rpm.

Husqvarna says this motor features an active crankcase evacuation and a semi-dry-sump lubrication system to create a long service interval of 15,000km. The Vitpilen 801 features a 5-inch TFT that allows you to toggle through four riding modes (Street, Sport, Rain and Dynamic) along with a whole set of electronic aids such as a quickshifter, cornering ABS and cornering traction control.

The motorcycle rides on a set of adjustable WP APEX suspension and is equipped with a set of Michelin Road 6 tyres. The motorcycle is available in two colour options and it remains to be seen if Husqvarna will bring this model to India. Upon launch, it could rival the likes of the Triumph Street Triple R and the Kawasaki Z900.

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