Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

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 103.3 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.

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General information

Color OptionsDark grey
CategoryNaked bike
ModelHusqvarna Svartpilen 801
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
Emission104.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel Consumption4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l or 52.27 mpg)
ClutchCable operated PASC slipper clutch
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionBosch EMS with RBW
InductionInjection. DKK Dellorto, throttle body 46mm.
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 65.7 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Compression Ratio12.5:1
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Capacity:799.0 ccm (48.75 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Wheelbase1475 mm (58.1 inches)
Ground Clearance174 mm (6.9 inches)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/Weight Ratio0.5705 HP/kg
Dry Weight181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)

Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 dimensions and frame

WheelsCast aluminum
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
Brake Disc Diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear Wheel Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionWP APEX Monoshock
Front Wheel Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Front SuspensionWP APEX 43
FrameChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated

Other specs

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CommentsConnectivity. Ride modes.
Instruments5 inch TFT colour display
Rake (fork angle)24.5°
Exhaust systemStainless steel primary and secondary silencer
Driveline520 X-Ring chain
Lubrication systemForced oil lubrication with 2 pumps
Output103.3 HP (75.4 kW))
Year of manufacture2025

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

103.3 hp
Peak Power
3.2s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track65%
City82%
Cornering90%
Daily Riding72%
Touring45%
Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to intermediate and experienced riders who can manage a light, torquey twin with sharp, immediate responses.
PurposeBuilt as a street-focused naked bike engineered for punchy acceleration, tight cornering, and urban and backroad thrills rather than long-distance cruising.
Rider FitIts low dry weight and 820mm seat height make it approachable for riders of average to tall stature, though the firm sporty ergonomics reward an active riding style.
CharacterA sharp, minimalist streetfighter with strong midrange power, aggressive geometry, and a confident, planted feel through corners.
Not Ideal ForNot the right choice for riders seeking plush long-haul comfort, pillion-friendly touring capability, or genuine off-road ground clearance and suspension travel.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2025 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

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.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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