2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701

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2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (Husqvarna/)

In 2018, Husqvarna introduced its four streetbikes, each bringing modern character through futuristic styling and a thumping single-cylinder engine. The sharp-styled Vitpilen 701 might just steal the show. Being the big brother to the Vitpilen 401, the 701 still flaunts the more aggressive ergos seen in the smaller iteration, but offers a more aggressive yet incredibly smooth power delivery via a 693cc single-cylinder engine. Not only that, but the braking department features Brembo brakes, Keihin EFI (compared to the 401′s Bosch system), stainless steel exhaust, aluminum clip-ons, Bridgestone Battlax tires, traction control, and more fuel capacity.

2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 Reviews, Comparisons, And Competition

In our first look, we reported that Husky is “aiming to improve on an already proven platform”  with minor changes that ultimately add a premium touch to the models. Although 2020 sees some minor changes to the Vit, they do add a premium touch to the models.

When the Vitpilen was first announced we snagged a model to run on our in-house dyno to record rear-wheel numbers: 70.95 hp at 8,200 rpm and 51.08 pound-feet of torque at 6,730 rpm.

2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (Husqvarna/)

Competition can include its own kin, the KTM 790 Duke or Svartpilen 701, but otherwise the onslaught comes from other standard machines like the Yamaha MT-07, Kawasaki Z650, Honda CB650R, Suzuki SV650, and Ducati Monster 797.

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 Updates For 2020

For 2020, the Vitpilen is fitted with CNC footpegs and spoked wheels as standard. A striking blue and white color scheme with new graphics grace the bodywork of the 2020 Vitpilen 701.

2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (Husqvarna/)

2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 Claimed Specifications

Price:	$9,499
Engine:	Liquid-cooled OHC single-cylinder
Displacement:	693cc
Bore x Stroke:	105.0 x 80.0mm
Horsepower:	75.0 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque:	53.1 lb.-ft. @ 6,750 rpm
Transmission:	6-speed
Final Drive:	Chain
Seat Height:	32.7 in.
Rake:	25.0°
Trail:	4.3 in.
Front Suspension:	43mm inverted fork, compression and rebound adjustable; 5.3-in. travel
Rear Suspension:	Preload and rebound adjustable; 5.3-in. travel
Front Tire:	120/70R-17
Rear Tire:	160/60R-17
Wheelbase:	56.5 in.
Fuel Capacity:	3.2 gal. (0.7 gal. in reserve)
Dry Weight:	348 lb.

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