Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 vs Lifan Sr200
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 vs Lifan Sr200. 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. Lifan Sr200: ~15 hp @ 8,000 rpm — best estimate; official figures not widely published hp, ~145 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheet weight, top speed 115–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class, Motoryk rating 5.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
Lifan Sr200
Horsepower (hp)
74 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
72 Nm
15 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
157 kg
145 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
~15 hp @ 8,000 rpm — best estimate; official figures not widely published
Torque
72 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
~15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm — best estimate
Top Speed
175 km/h
115–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class
Weight
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
~145 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheet
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L) — best estimate, official figures vary by market
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
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
Lifan Sr200
5.5/10
"Decent budget starter if you buy smart and inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Beginner-friendly power delivery
+Cheap entry price used
Cons
−Inconsistent quality control issues
−Electrical systems notoriously temperamental
−Parts sourcing still frustrating
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