2025 Husqvarna Vitpilen 801

In 2024, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 was introduced as an updated model from the Svartpilen 701, equipped with a larger-displacement twin-cylinder engine, a new frame, new tech, and other changes. For 2025, the Husqvarna Vitpilen 801 joins the ranks with many of those same updates, replacing the Vitpilen 701. 

2025 Husqvarna Vitpilen 801

Husqvarna?s Svartpilen (?black arrow? in Swedish) and Vitpilen (?white arrow?) are visually distinct from other motorcycles with their unique styling. The Svartpilen features a street-tracker look, while the Vitpilen has a cafe-racer vibe. Also in Husqvarna?s lineup are the Svartpilen 401 and Vitpilen 401. 

2025 Husqvarna Vitpilen 801

The new Vitpilen 801, like the Svartpilen 801, replaces the previous 693cc single-cylinder engine with the liquid-cooled 799cc LC8c parallel-Twin also found in the KTM 790 Duke and 790 Adventure. The engine has a bore and stroke of 88 x 65.7mm and a compression ratio of 12.5:1. It?s paired with a Power Assist Slipper Clutch and a 6-speed gearbox. 
Related: 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 Review | First Ride 

Also new for both models is a tubular chromium-molybdenum steel frame that uses the engine as a stressed member. The cast-aluminum subframe is a unique element with integrated air intakes under the seat, and it houses the airbox inside. The bikes also feature an aluminum swingarm. The Vitpilen 801 has a seat height of 32.2 inches, a fuel tank th...