Husqvarna Svartpilen Set to Receive Tubeless Tires for Enhanced Touring Experience
Introduction to the Husqvarna Svartpilen
The Husqvarna Svartpilen is known for its aggressive styling and is often favored by enthusiasts who prioritize performance and track capabilities. While it shares the same chassis and engine as the Duke 390, it features a neo-retro aesthetic.
Addressing the Tubeless Tire Issue
Despite its impressive capabilities, the Svartpilen faced a significant drawback due to the absence of tubeless tires, making it less appealing for touring riders. However, this issue is set to be resolved, as Bajaj plans to introduce tubeless tires for improved mobility.
New Developments in Design
Recent homologation documents indicate that Bajaj is seeking compliance verification for alloy wheels, which suggests that the Svartpilen will soon be available with tubeless tires. This upgrade is expected to enhance the bike's practicality.
Current Model Specifications
The existing model features spoke wheels with tubed tires, which, while visually appealing, detract from the bike's functionality. The anticipated update is expected to make the Svartpilen more competitive with its counterparts. The launch is projected for next month, with the current model priced at Rs 2,97,112 ex-showroom. The new variant with alloy wheels may see a price increase of Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000.
Competitor Comparison
In-depth Comparison of Competitors in the Segment
| Comparison | Kawasaki Versys X 300 | KTM 250 Adventure | Himalayan 450 | Royal Enfield Scram 440 | KTM Enduro R | KTM Adventure 390 | Husqvarna Svartpilen |
| Price | Rs 3.80Lakh | Rs 2,59,850 ex-Showroom | Rs 2,85,000 To Rs 2,98,000 | Rs 2.08 to 2.15 Lakh | Rs 3,36,500 | Rs 3.41 to 3.64 Lakh | Rs 3,45,864 |
| Power | 296 cc liquid-cooled parallel twin engine producing around 40 Ps | 249.07 CC engine generating 31Ps@ 9250RPM | 452 CC engine with 40.02 PS @8000 RPM | 25.4 PS | 45.37 bhp @ 8500 RPM | 43.5 Ps | 399 cc, 42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm Max Torque 39 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 25Nm@ 7250RPM | 40Nm @ 5500 RPM | 34 NM | 39 Nm @ 6500 RPM | 37 NM | 39 Nm @ 7000 rpm Adjustable WP APEX USD forks, 43mm diameter Rear Suspension WP APEX Monoshock, preload adjustable |
| Suspension | Telescopic fork, 41 mm, Travel – 130 mm | WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, 200mm travel Rear Suspension WP APEX Monoshock, 205mm wheel travel Adjustable for Preload (10 steps) |
Showa USD 43mm Forks 7.9 in Wheel Travel REAR SUSPENSION: Showa Monoshock with Linkage, 7.9 in Wheel Travel |
Inverted Forks/ Monoshock | 43mm WP apex open cartridge fork with 230 mm travel up front. The rear shocks are a WP Apex separate piston shock absorber with 230 mm of travel. | WP Apex Suspension inverted, Open Cartridge Forks- WP Apex Monoshock |