pietrofrapoli Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 Goodmorning everyone,I have been thinking to buy a Svartpilen 401, I really like the design and overall features of this bike.I am just a bit concerned regarding reliability of a bike with so much electronics and also because its a brand new model, that has not been tested for long years yet.I read online some problems regarding startup and shutting down of the engine while shifting down to neutral.Final question is: is a bike that you would consider reliable?I don’t have experience with Husqvarna: is it easy (and fair priced) to find spare parts?What about so much electronics?Many thanks to anyone who will reply to my questions.BestPietro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 I would think it will be fine, they make damn good chainsaws, can't see why a bike would be any different, don't be tempted to put a chainsaw chain on it though, won't help cutting through traffic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 Svartpilen , Black Arrow . Must be good with a name like that . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonio Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 Everything I ever read about the husky 701 was enough to put me off ... but I don't know if the 401 is different. Its there a 401 forum where you can get an idea of the kinds of problems people run into? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stocky Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Like a lot of modern bikes it's designed for riding on dry roads only. Take that out in the wet and you will end up with any crap that's on the road splattered all over your back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copycat73 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I have a 701 .. they are "brittle" and take a lot of looking after.. high quality oil & service parts.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Surely it's got to be reliable , you wouldn't buy it on its looks ..... that's one ugly bike . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbeef Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I've a friend with a 701 supermoto, it ended up back under warranty for some major engine works. It's a husq, I wouldn't buy one expecting it to be reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copycat73 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I've a friend with a 701 supermoto, it ended up back under warranty for some major engine works. It's a husq, I wouldn't buy one expecting it to be reliable. That would be the auto de-compression mechanism on the camshaft.. likely a pre 18 bike .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pietrofrapoli Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 I have a 701 .. they are "brittle" and take a lot of looking after.. high quality oil & service parts.. That is why I am worried about this bike, reading online review I ended up thinking it is somehow "brittle", easy to break little things.You say also that consumes tons of oil?Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Surely it's got to be reliable , you wouldn't buy it on its looks ..... that's one ugly bike . Looks a bit like one of those dogs that have had their tail chopped off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copycat73 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 That is why I am worried about this bike, reading online review I ended up thinking it is somehow "brittle", easy to break little things. it needs looking after or yes little things will break.. You say also that consumes tons of oil?Thanks nope .. but the oil is extremely high spec. at £40 for 4 litres look..... google the on line bike specific forums and look there .. you will find answers to your questions there .. every donkey and its dog will answer here but most are clueless as the are only repeating crap they have recycled from elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 Oh , that's a funny looking bike . What's it supposed to be then ? It doesn't look very off road capable and those tyres look unsuited to road riding. The front mudguard looks to be a mere decoration and the whole arse end is just missing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copycat73 Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 Oh , that's a funny looking bike . What's it supposed to be then ? It doesn't look very off road capable and those tyres look unsuited to road riding. The front mudguard looks to be a mere decoration and the whole arse end is just missing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 yes it looks a strange one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oltso Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 Hi I am looking for parts in UK for husqvarna svartpilen 401 2021. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonio Posted November 13, 2021 Share Posted November 13, 2021 I s'pose the dealers can't help you out? Have you tried Lings in Harleston, in Norfolk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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