Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020 vs. KTM 690 SMC 2009

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020

KTM 690 SMC 2009

Overview - Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020 vs KTM 690 SMC 2009

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020

KTM 690 SMC 2009

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020 compared to KTM 690 SMC 2009

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020

KTM 690 SMC 2009

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020

KTM 690 SMC 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	102 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	63 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	72 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	11.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	692.7 ccm	Displacement	654 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Single piston
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,434 mm	Wheelbase	1,480 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2020

The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is still a true highlight among light, handy motorbikes because of its unrivalled characteristics. Its appearance is unique and the technology under the pretty design is also impressive. The combination of 75 hp from the well-known single-cylinder, paired with a superbly shifting quickshifter, creates an insane amount of joy on the road. However, the engine needs revs and the seating position will not please everyone. The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is therefore a motorbike that you have to get completely involved with. If you can do that, a lot of fun is guaranteed.

fantastic design

powerful engine

quickshifter with blipper function

high-quality chassis

sporty seating position

low weight

Uncomfortable seating position

must be driven above 3000 revs

rather uncomfortable on long journeys.