KTM 790 Duke 2022 vs. Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

KTM 790 Duke 2022

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2022 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

KTM 790 Duke 2022

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2022 compared to Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

KTM 790 Duke 2022

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

KTM 790 Duke 2022

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	65.7 mm	Stroke	64 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	45 HP
Torque	Torque	87 Nm	Torque	39 Nm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	799 ccm	Displacement	398.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	150 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	66 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,368 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	169 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	159 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2024

With the 2024 update, the Svartpilen 401 has become significantly larger, more mature, heavier and more modern. With a lower seat height and wider dimensions, it has become more attractive for both short and tall pilots. The new TFT display is more attractive to look at and offers practical benefits. Despite the extra weight, the Svartpilen remains an agile fun bike with decent grunt from the single cylinder, a relaxed riding position and adjustable, well-functioning suspension. The only thing that spoils the riding pleasure is the weak, less powerful brakes. If the old Svartpilen was too small or too high, you should give it another chance in 2024.

Fun single-cylinder engine with top quickshifter and low vibrations

Adjustable chassis

More space in the saddle than before

More accessible than before

Beautiful TFT display & lush electronics

Weak brakes with a doughy pressure point

Higher weight than before