Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701. Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle: 73 hp @ 8,250 rpm hp, 186 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Husqvarna Svartpilen 701: 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 157 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
74 hp
Torque (Nm)
67 Nm
72 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
186 kg
157 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
73 hp @ 8,250 rpm
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
67 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
72 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
186 kg (curb weight)
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L) — estimate based on typical real-world Scrambler 800 usage
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle
7.5/10
"A characterful weekend weapon if the service history checks out."
Pros
+Charismatic engine, great soundtrack
+Unique flat-track aesthetic
+Forgiving, confidence-inspiring chassis
Cons
−Desmo service costs bite hard
−Minimal electronics for price
−Bodywork damage common used
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
7.8/10
"A flawed but genuinely exciting single that rewards committed riders."
Pros
+Punchy LC4 engine character
+Genuinely distinctive styling
+Capable WP suspension
Cons
−Tiny 4.5-litre tank
−Expensive service intervals
−Early fuel pump issues
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