What causes Fuel injector clogging from ethanol fuel on the Husqvarna Svartpilen 250?

Rough idle, hesitation, hard starting when warm Estimated fix cost: $80-$200

What causes Stator/charging system failure on the Husqvarna Svartpilen 250?

Battery draining, voltage output below 13.5V running Estimated fix cost: $150-$350

Pink residue near engine cases, low coolant level Estimated fix cost: $100-$250

Hard cold starts, ticking, ask for service records Estimated fix cost: $150-$300

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Husqvarna Svartpilen 250. What to check and how much repairs cost.

MODERATE

Rough idle, hesitation, hard starting when warm

Fix cost: $80-$200

SERIOUS

Battery draining, voltage output below 13.5V running

Fix cost: $150-$350

MODERATE

Pink residue near engine cases, low coolant level

Fix cost: $100-$250

SERIOUS

Hard cold starts, ticking, ask for service records

Fix cost: $150-$300

☐Verify valve service done at 6,000 miles

☐Check charging voltage with multimeter running

☐Inspect coolant and look for milky oil

☐Test cold start and warm idle quality

Decent if maintained, neglect kills it fast