Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125. Husqvarna Svartpilen 801: 105 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~210 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Husqvarna Svartpilen 125: 15 hp @ 9,250 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
12 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
148 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
15 hp @ 9,250 rpm
Torque
93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
~210 km/h (estimated)
110 km/h
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~5.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
2.8 L/100km (approximately 35.7 km/L)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
7.8/10
"A genuinely capable scrambler for riders who actually ride hard."
Pros
+Strong, characterful twin engine
+Genuine off-road capability
+Premium WP suspension components
Cons
−Brutal seat after 90 minutes
−Early software/fueling quirks
−Limited dealer network support
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
7.5/10
"The most stylish A1-licence bike you can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning, distinctive visual design
+Quality WP suspension fitted
+KTM-derived reliable mechanicals
Cons
−Parts and servicing expensive
−Tight service intervals needed
−Soft suspension for heavier riders
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