2025Husqvarna Svartpilen 801

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The 2025 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 is a modern naked bike designed for riders seeking style and performance in equal measure. Powered by a 799cc twin-cylinder engine producing 105 HP, it delivers agile handling and engaging character on both street and twisty roads. Known for its distinctive minimalist design and accessible middleweight performance, it appeals to experienced riders wanting Swedish engineering without excessive complexity.

Capacity: 799.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 181.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 105.0 HP (77.0 kW) @ 9250 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail35%

Cornering90%

City riding82%

Daily riding72%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track65%

Best for: Built as a street-focused naked bike engineered for punchy acceleration, tight cornering, and urban and backroad thrills rather than long-distance cruising.
Built for: A sharp, minimalist streetfighter with strong midrange power, aggressive geometry, and a confident, planted feel through corners.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking plush long-haul comfort, pillion-friendly touring capability, or genuine off-road ground clearance and suspension travel.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2025 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 799.0 ccm
Power: 105.0 HP (77.0 kW) @ 9250 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 125 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: SKTXC0.80SVP-003
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.30 L/100km (44.4 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 1.0 CO g/km
Torque: 87.0 Nm (8.9 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5801 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 88.0 x 65.7 mm
Compression: 12.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Bosch EMS with RBW
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced oil lubrication with 2 pumps

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Cable operated PASC slipper clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1475 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 181.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.00 litres
Ground clearance: 174 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Front suspension: WP APEX 43
Rear suspension: WP APEX Monoshock
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 150 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
ABS: Yes

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