Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

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Overview - Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke64 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque39 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement398.6 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, PreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail95 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter200 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,368 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 2025

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

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS

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