Mark this date on your calendar: March, 19. Father’s Day will be the moment in which Husqvarna has chosen to unveil its new Svartpilen 801a motorcycle that inaugurates a new saga of mounts hitherto unpublished within the Swedish brand.
Just a few weeks ago it was leaked that it would be the future Svartpilen 901 2024, the first to arrive at Husqvarna dealers. However, it seems that this fact will not finally happen. The new one Svartpilen 801 It is the variant chosen by the Nordic firm to debut in the high-performance naked category.
What can we expect from the new Svartpilen 801 2024?
As Husqvarna announces in this first statement, the new Svartpilen 801 It will be powered by the same parallel twin-cylinder engine. 889cc and 105 HP that equip the current KTM 890. With scarcely 181 kg weight It is expected to offer a high level of maneuverability, as well as the versatility typical of a mount of this type.
Besides, the Svartpilen 801 is reinforced by the latest generation electronic pilot assistance systems, including the EasyShift as standard, which allows you to change gears without having to operate the clutch lever.
A technological package that maximizes the driving experience and safety on each journey. As part of an exhaustive development process, the prototype Svartpilen 801 It was put to the test in all types of conditions and terrain, from a flat-track oval to an ice rink.
This varied program of testing on ice with studded tires has played a vital role in the development of a truly special motorcycle full of personality, in line with what we can see in its smaller displacement range sisters.
The distinctive and minimalist style of the new Svartpilen 801 It is achieved thanks to a selection of striking components that combine to create a motorcycle inspired by the scrambler style.
Its ergonomic body perfectly surrounds the engine and chassis to offer absolute freedom of movement, while the steering damper and the adjustable WP suspensions They provide exceptional comfort on every ride.
