Swm Silverback 400 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Swm Silverback 400 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. Swm Silverback 400: approximately 35 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated) hp, approximately 165 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed approximately 145 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Husqvarna Svartpilen 401: 43 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 158 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 160 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Swm Silverback 400
Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
Horsepower (hp)
35 hp
43 hp
Torque (Nm)
35 Nm
37 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
160 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
165 kg
158 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
approximately 35 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated)
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
approximately 35 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
approximately 145 km/h (estimated)
160 km/h
Weight
approximately 165 kg (wet/curb weight)
158 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5–4.2 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Swm Silverback 400
6.5/10
"Capable niche adventurer ruined by catastrophic parts and dealer support."
Pros
+Proven Rotax-derived engine
+Capable off-road geometry
+Priced well below competitors
Cons
−Near-zero parts availability
−Negligible dealer support network
−Resale value stays low
Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
7.5/10
"Character-packed urban scrambler that rewards buyers willing to overlook its flaws."
Pros
+Unique styling turns heads
+KTM engine utterly bulletproof
+Agile in city traffic
Cons
−Seat comfort is terrible
−Suspension harsh on rough roads
−Limited wind protection above 70mph
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