Triumph Scrambler 900 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Scrambler 900 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. Triumph Scrambler 900: 59 hp @ 6,800 rpm hp, 213 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. 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
Triumph Scrambler 900
Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
Horsepower (hp)
59 hp
43 hp
Torque (Nm)
74 Nm
37 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
160 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
158 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
59 hp @ 6,800 rpm
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
74 Nm @ 5,100 rpm
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
160 km/h
Weight
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
158 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L real-world average)
3.5–4.2 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Scrambler 900
8.0/10
"Authentic, characterful scrambler that delivers more than it promises."
Pros
+Indestructible air-cooled twin
+Brilliant exhaust note
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner concerns pre-2016
−Limited wind protection highway riding
−Spoke wheels need regular attention
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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