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2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen and Svartpilen arrive

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 and Svartpilen 401 range

Husqvarna Motorcycles have announce the availability of the MY20 Vitpilen 401 and Svartpilen 401 range – two Learner Approved street models that feature modern designs and a few new technical features and colours for 2020.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

Both models retail for a RRP of $6,195 with a suggested ride away price of $7,095 inclusive of on-road costs. Budget in some bar-end mirrors before you ride it home!

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

With its fresh and simple approach to motorcycling, the Vitpilen 401 is stripped of all that is unnecessary to guarantee an exciting riding experience. The extremely lightweight chassis – 151 kg without fuel – is matched to the strong performance of the 44 hp single cylinder engine.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

The Svartpilen 401 is a progressive, rugged motorcycle with timeless appeal and is perfect for urban exploration. Single cylinder engine, streel trellis frame, low weight and high-performance WP APEX suspension.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

Ensuring improved pillion comfort for 2020, both the Vitpilen 401 and Svartpilen 401 feature extended, bolt-on subframes. A new, quality painted finish with subtle silver and bronze accents highlight the unique Vitpilen and Svartpilen designs.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

2020 Vitpilen 401 and Svartpilen 401

  • Extended sub-frame for increased pillion comfort
  • Striking new graphics, trim and paint finish
  • Powerful yet tractable 373 cc, 44 hp, 37 Nm, single cylinder engine
  • Lightweight and nimble handling
  • Vitpilen 401: 151 kg without fuel
  • Svartpilen 401: 152 kg without fuel
  • LED headlight and tail light
  • Accessible size: 835 mm seat height
  • Extremely low fuel consumption and running costs
  • LAMS approved for new riders
Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

Accompanying the Vitpilen and Svartpilen range is the Functional Clothing Street Collection – a selection of quality items that deliver the highest standards of protection, ideal for modern motorcyclists. Husqvarna Motorcycles also offer an extensive line-up of Accessories – high-quality items that add additional protection, durability and style. View the 2020 Husqvarna Motorcycles Street Gear Guide here.

Source: MCNews.com.au

Todd Waters on the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

Todd Waters and the Husky 701 SM

Champion. Team owner. Husqvarna rider. Those are just three ways to describe Australian motocross number one Todd Waters, who continues to do things his way at the top level of the sport on a domestic level.

At 29 years of age, Waters has become a fixture at Husqvarna Motorcycles. Fittingly, he first formed part of the Swedish brand’s re-entry into the MXGP World Championship during the 2014 season under KTM Group ownership and the pair have maintained close ties ever since.

In fact, after more than a decade of competing at the professional level both in Australia and abroad with a variety of teams, Waters was finally able to clinch the championship that he’s targeted since stepping into the pro ranks as a teenager when he won the 2019 national MX1 title at Coolum last August with the support of Husqvarna Motorcycles.

MX Nationals Rnd Appin Todd Waters
Todd Waters – 2019 MX Nationals Champion

Not only will you find Waters aboard his Husqvarna FC 450 that he won the Australian championship aboard, but the Queenslander has also developed a connection with the wider range of Husqvarna Motorcycles, including the FE off-road range, the Svartpilen 401 and, most recently, the 701 SUPERMOTO. For Waters, it’s a genuine appreciation that feeds his life on two wheels.

Todd Waters in his workshop

I just like riding bikes and Husqvarna have a great range of bikes both on- and off-road, as well as the adventure bikes, and I was lucky enough to get the new 701 SM bike just recently,” he explained. “It’s exciting to be able to dip into something different with the brand, step out of my racing shoes, and represent them on just a normal level.

Todd Waters on the 701 SM

Todd recently produced a short video highlighting the thrill that riding a motorcycle brings him, exploring his Gold Coast Hinterland backyard on the new 701 SUPERMOTO.


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Riding a motorcycle for me, is the one moment in life when time stands completely still, it’s just me and my bike. And that’s an escape, that is what I chase: the adrenaline, the rush … you can’t help but smile.”

Source: MCNews.com.au