The Gentleman Magazine Issue 7 | February 2018 | Page 51

RIDING POSITION: 75 HP SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE
Fitting with its higher bars and knobbly tires, the riding
position for the SVARTPILEN 401 is more upright and centred
than its VITPILEN 401 sibling’s slightly tucked rider’s stance. The VITPILEN 701 is powered by a modern 692.7 cc liquid-
cooled, single cylinder engine that features the latest design and
electronics technology, such as disengageable traction control.
With a peak horsepower of 56kW (75hp) and 72Nm of torque
at 6750 rpm, there is no doubting this bike’s performance
potential.
INNOVATION / EQUIPMENT:
The SVARTPILEN 401 is fully-equipped with a split seat as well
as knobbly tyres, a protective skid plate, exhaust protector and
more rugged footrests in a modern chassis with progressive
engine technology.
THE RIDING EXPERIENCE:
Who knew being seated completely upright could be this
relaxed? Rediscover your urban environment aboard this agile,
functional and raw riding machine.
401 Svartpilen RRP: £5599
VITPILEN 701
The VITPILEN 701 is Husqvarna’s take on a street bike. It marks
the next logical step in their return to street motorcycling and
reveals the potential of Husqvarna Motorcycles’ future vision.
A sophisticated single-cylinder 4-stroke motor housed within
a minimalistic yet high-tech layout - created to provide a raw,
exhilarating and authentic riding experience. Functionality,
simplicity and practicality were central to the basic idea and
formed the main inspiration behind this bike. Its uniqueness
is not limited to the aesthetics though, and will be instantly
noticeable from the raw, natural and intuitive experience of
riding it. The VITPILEN 701 bike’s designers believed strongly
that something fresh was long overdue in the motorcycling
world, so they set out to create a bike that better captures the
timeless thrill of the ride. The VITPILEN 701 was created to
reflect the progressive attitude and styling of a more m