Bought the vitpilen 401 in December as my first proper bike, largely because of you guys. Love it, thank you. To those of you considering one - get one.
The 401 is a great bike period. It's also a fantastic value for the price. I had occasional issues with the quick shifter until I learned that you must keep the throttle very steady when shifting and now it works perfect. If that doesn't work have the dealership program the shift shaft sensor, it's listed to be done when serviced.
Just wanted to chime in, I got the 401 specifically because of this channel as my very first bike! Couldn't have asked for a better package! Thanks yammie
I almost went with a 401 as my second bike this year specifically because of this channel, but I went with a new MT-07 instead specifically because of this channel. Even though I started on a 135cc, which I learned isn't the best idea specifically because of this channel. Love me some YN.
I’m also someone who wanted a 401 for a first bike, but since I could only have 1, I went with a dual sport CRF 250L. And now as 2 bikes becomes an option I’m also looking at the MT07/XSR700
@@gothops154 I wish I could've saved an extra $1,500 for the XSR700 cuz I absolutely love the look but at 5'5 & 120lbs I went with the shorter/lighter choice. But I'm taking the opposite route and bought the MT first and plan on buying a CRF 250-300 next Spring or the Spring after lol.
I’ve watched Yammie’s video before on the Svart before I bought mine last year and I knew I made a good choice. Watching this video a year later just reconfirms everything I’ve experienced so far and made me realize I made a great choice!
Watching this video after that video got me interested in motorcycles and then I bought and rode mine for my first bike. Now listening to the video of them riding while I was riding mine was choice and felt amazing.
@@davidzavala337 so far yes. I’m 5’8” and it just fits me perfectly. I can’t say if it’s going to be the same for you but if you have a dealer nearby I’d suggest to visit them and try sitting on the bike.
I have both of these bikes, plus a Super Tenere, and I've been riding since Noob was an itch in his Daddy's pants! Both the 401 and CRF are more than beginner bikes, tho! These rides don't discriminate! Running errands, hitting the mountains in Boone, NC, or just commuting, they're super fun, economical, simplistic, lightweight and pound for pound the best fun on two wheels. Tie!!!
Went to pull the trigger on a 401 and the dealer had me at $8400 out the door. ZERO negotiating. I can’t bring myself to drop $3k over MSRP. These dealerships are out of control.
I bought a svart 401 because of your old video and have clocked over 3k miles. It has been a great first bike, super easy to handle, and very fun to ride. However you get what you pay for, the premium features aren't just free. It feels cheaply built. Starting with 2020 model year they are produced in India and I think it shows. Aftermarket support is weak, the gas tank is super small and the fuel level gauge is always wrong. Overall, still a great beginner bike. I've taken it camping up some forest service roads, but I'm definitely ready for something bigger.
It took longer to find but I’m glad I waited until I could find a 2019. I haven’t been able to compare fit and finish to a 2020 bike but I wouldn’t describe mine as feeling cheaply made.
How is maintaining it? I'm looking to get one as well, but apparently they can only be serviced at certified mechanics... much like KTMs. I asked a local shop about the valves, and they told me it takes 4 hours just to inspect them (Duke 390)!
I've owned a svart 401 for a year as of this month, first bike. It's a great first bike, it really let me get better as a rider and learn what types of riding I like, but at this point, it really shows it's limitations of the smaller engine. If you're okay with upgrading after a year or only ride in the city, perfect motorcycle, but I personally wish I tried to start on a 650 class bike.
"upgrading after a year" after the first year you still won't be able to take this bike to its limits. the whole idea of having to "move up" is just wrong. and also these 650cc bikes do have more torque but are also much heavier. I ride a Fireblade and trust me, these light less powerful bikes are so much more fun on the street.
@@user-jt6nw6wm5q yeah, the grass is always greener in the other side. I started with an sv650, great times, still have it and still love the bike. But i'm sure that if i started with a lighter bike my skills and my confidence riding would have been A LOT easier to obtain. The only thing that a bigger displacement bike offers on road really is overtaking power and a bit of highway confort.
Well, this video release is right on time ! Long story short, 2021 was hell so i decided to make something that i wanted for a long time and regained interested in motorcycling with your videos. 6 months later and my licence in the pocket, i have ordered my first motorcycle today and it's ... the svartpilen 701 ! So big thanks to the YN team for the great content and for giving peoples the will to join the ride. It's only the beginning of the journey for me, Greetings From France !
@Live ASMR In France, driving school lends you a bike (in my case a KTM 390) during the sessions. You can buy your bike before but you're not allowed to drive it anyway.
I bought a 2020 Svartpilen last week and I can’t believe how much I love that bike. I haven’t been this smitten over a bike in like… never. I’m 6-2, 240 and the bike doesn’t feel tiny when I’m on it. I have an MV Rivale, MT09 and a KLX300SM and I have no desire to get on any of them for now. Until this bike, I mostly rode the KLX. I feel like lightweight, low cc bikes are just more fun.
I’ve had mine for a year now it it rocks. I’ve been able to improve my skills significantly without being punished. Everyone always compliments it, asks me what it is. Plus for someone from California like me it’s has one of the best best fuel economy 😍
I literally bought the 2022 and pick it up in a week... My heart skipped a beat when I saw this vid pop up on the feed, but thankfully it's still a confirmed BEAST
I will be getting my first bike very soon, and boy have i looked at sooo many "best beginner bikes" such as the Mt03, Svartpilen 401, Crf and Ninja 400. I've always come back to the svartpilen but was feeling hesitant because most videos were from 1-2 years ago. So it was a relief to see it still holds up even recently. Thank you :)
I was one of those people that watched that video and got my 2022 svartpilen 401😄 probably the coolest bike you could buy, absolutely love it! thanks yammie noob for the recommendation!
For those of you thinking about selling your Svartpilen, don’t! Selling is one of my biggest regrets in motorcycles. I got one in 2019 before they were cool. They weren’t selling bikes and I got mine in San Diego for $3,300 new, so like $5K out the door. I made the mistake of riding 20 hours in 2 days round trip from Sacramento to oregon. The thumper was so harsh on my throttle hand I seriously could not feel my arm and hand for days it was so painful. I was so upset that I sold the bike, and now regret it! It’s meant for around town, and it was so good and looked so cool, I would get compliments all the time.
I might get it because 1. I can buy cash, 2. All the similarly powered bikes sound the same so might aswell get something I can do more with, and 3. This is something I can always use even after upgrading down the line.
Love it ! Bought my svartpilen as a first bike thanks to you a year ago. Now I have a deposit on KTM 690 enduro r. Can't wait to get it. I think its a prefect step up
I’m one of the ones who owns this bike because of your video on it way back when lol. It’s still wonderful, thanks for the introduction to it all that time ago.
🙋🏻 I'm one those buyers lol. Bought the vitpilen 401 last year. I am know on the streets aa the research king. The Husqvarna was the best choice. Loving it. Thanks my guys
A year ago today-ish I took your advice and purchased a KTM 390 Duke which was your top beginner choice in 2021. I still have and still enjoy that peppy bastard! I was gonna get the Husq but I didn't like how it fit compared to the 390. Thanks Yammie!
My brother definitely bought a Svartpilen based on your video which later encouraged my purchasing of a Vitpilen. Best decision EVER!!!! Thanks guys. 💪🏼💪🏼 KTM/Husqvarna definitely needs to cut you a check.
I own a Svartpilen 401 and I'm never getting rid of it! I have bigger and more powerful bikes but that thing is just so special, a little nugget of joy :)
I have a klx300 and it hangs fine on the highways and twistees but I got smoked by a street bike .I was doing 135 km which is where I top pout and he blew past doing like 200 lol I had a vitpilen last year . It was a bit quicker not by much but I definitely prefer thw dual sport it's way more fun . Considering you can actually hit trails as well
I owned a svart 410 for a year and a half until recently that i sold it to get a BMW... Man that episode had me thinking all the good times I had with this bike. Kind of uncomfortable for the passenger but a ton of fun for me
I took delivery of a new VITpilen 401 yesterday. My previous bike was a Honda CB300R. The Vit feels so much more premium for only a $450 difference in price. The Vit is $5399, the CB $4949.
Writing as a scooter dude, this is 401 is a weekly temptation to step into manual transmission riding. It has to be much better than the 5yr old Grom that I learned on at the MFT course. One of the few things that have saved me from getting this is that no dealership anywhere reasonably near El Paso stocks the 401. Still, it is beautiful and all I need for urban riding.
Also a scooter rider here. Bought a new duke390 in 2020 (same as the 401) but never had the heart to sell my maxi scoot. Not sure if the 401 is also built in India like the ktm, but the quality was definitely lacking. Even though it never failed, I couldn’t get over the cheap feeling of everything. A year later got a new z900rs cafe. A lot better built than the ktm but again I couldn’t let go of my scoot. Another year passed and I’ve realized that I’ll always be a scooter guy 😂. Got me a new ak550 and it is hands down absolutely perfect in every way. So don’t hurry too much getting rid of yours even if you go with the husky 😂
@@thebulgarianguy8461 I feel the same about my Svart, it feels cheaply made. I know starting with 2020 model year manufacturing was moved from Austria to India for the 300s and smaller ktm/husky bikes. I think that has something to do with it.
@@MortimerJones99 I hated the way the levers moved when pushed - just flimsy. I also went a tooth down on my front sprocket and had to remove some plastics around the chain - the screws holding it to the bike were mostly screwed in at various angles. Too bad - the Duke and the 401 are great looking bikes.
Hey there are you talking about El Paso Texas? I managed to get the 401 about a year ago from a company out in Las Cruces N.M. The power center on Telshor Blvd is where I got mine. I love my bike and I too started on a 1976 Honda Passport. Still love my scooter but also loving how easy it was to learn gears on my Husqi.
@@Jessica_Renee I just bought my PCX from that place 2 months ago. Seemed like good people there. And they actually stock things in addition to sport bikes and cruisers.
You'd be surprised how dirt capable the 401 is. You can get some really good side cargo racks and it has the tires, torque, and suspension for almost any dirt trail
probably a more appropriate comparison would be the CRF with the 390 adventure a bit longer suspension and with the 19" at the front is more close to the CRF, but still the type "decent at everything, good at nothing"
Okay, I'm writing this prior to watching the Final Thoughts portion of the video. You took the 401 offroad and said that it "can do it," but it was "squirrely" and didn't "glide right over" obstacles as well. What you did NOT mention is that the 401 comes with knobby tires, which your test model does not have, nor did you attempt to adjust the suspension to determine whether the ride COULD be smoother offroad. Part of why one opts for the 401 is how much stock adjustability is present in the bike to begin with. Not taking advantage of what the bike offers is like running a race while doing high knees: Sure you "can do it," but to what end? I'm going to watch the Final Thoughts now, but if neither of these things are addressed, then the comparison was definitely unfair.
By the way, Husquastopher needs to give you even more money because after watching your videos on the bike, I also bought a Svartvarna. So, there's that.
YOU GUYS EARNED MY SUBSCRIPTION. I used to ride on dirt when I was a kid… now I’m 37 and looking to get back in the saddle. I think you guys sold me on getting this bike to get my bearings back before I buy a bigger bike. looking at the triumph Bonneville bobber when I get my feet back under me… would hate to drop that bike tho. Thanks for the content
The real question is who is finding the Svart for $5,000? The three quotes I’ve had in the last month from the dealers near me are $6,200 + tax, $6,500 + tax, and $6,659 + tax. If I could find one actually for $5,000 I’d buy one right now. But, when the price starts creeping toward $7k, the value doesn’t seem to be there since you’re now moving into the MT-07 and Trident 660 range.
Vit 401 2021 starter bike, I love it for sure, I'm also six foot six and so far not at all uncomfortable to ride for long period of time, got it specifically for the price and for the high seat height. If you're a really tall rider the small 401 is a great height. I'm now hooked into the bikes, now I want a Triumph Street Scramber 1200 XC.
Hi man, have a question for you. I'm looking to get my first bike and the svartpilen 401 really caught my eye, i'm kinda hesitant because i'm 6'5. Do you think i'll be fine fit wise on the svartpilen? And will the svartpilen be a better fit than the vitpilen because of the riding position?
I am guilty of also buying a Vitpilen 401 2 weeks ago partly due to your video. It’s my first bike and I’ve only logged 100 miles so far. As a brand new rider I couldn’t be happier with it. I’m 5’5” with a 30 inch inseam and was cared of the seat height at first but after the msf course and riding for a bit I have had no issues thus far.
Lol I bought this bike bcuz of that video. It’s my first bike and it really is something special. Thanks for feeding us baby squids with so much info Yammie
My KTM Dealer has got the '23 model for 4500€. I'm very tempted to get one. The 2024 model is priced at 6800€. I also have the Grandgrandfather of the CRF 300L, a Honda XL250R modelyear 85. That will hopefully be roadworthy again soon. My current small bike is a CBR 300R, wich is quite rare in Germany.
Yo estoy igual . Creo que voy a comprar el nuevo . El motor está más refinado , es más grande y con pantalla tft , esto me importa menos , pero se agradece .
I had the chance to rent a Svartpilen 401 a few months ago here in Tokyo (also thanks to "that 650K video") and I can say that I had a blast (even Yammie shared the Instagram story where I mentioned him stating that naked bikes are better lol). The engine has enough power to cruise on highways (specially since in Japan the max speed is 100Kph -62mph- and 120 -74.5- only when overtaking), the breaks and suspensions are top. The only flaws I could find is that the seat is too stiff (which is fixable), since it's a single cyl engine it vibrates quite a lot (duh) and finding neutral was a real pain in the a$$. I had to try easily like an average 5-6 times every red light to find it, so sometimes I just gave in and kept grabbing the clutch lol. Apart of that is an excellent motorcycle. If I didn't buy one it's because here cost like 6400$ MSRP and for the type of ride that I want to do a Ninja 400 fits me better (and I will change it for an MT07 or 09 in a year or so). But living in the US? This is a no-brainer. I'm 5'8" (173cm) tall and I could almost flat foot it. Light as a feather, easy to handle and with a pleasant punch in the lower revs. Simply perfect for commuting and aesthetically stunning. I rode with a friend in a Vitpilen 401 and we catched all the attention from the pedestrians. In fact, in one of the red lights that I couldn't find neutral I went a bit berserker because I almost stalled the bike and rev'd it out and accidentally got out of there in one wheel lol. Just get the bike, dudes, it's TONS of fun! xD
I just bought a husqvarna 701 sm...love the brand I do have my gripes with the 373 ktm engine though in my adv390 it vibrates the hell out of the handlebars and yeah the quickshifter on both bikes can be finicky at full throttle
Ok… I’m 54 years old but I identify as a 24 year old. Needless to say I’m a Gen X-er who thinks he’s way more cool that he actually is. I’ve owned, ridden and raced a plethora of dirt bikes, dual sports and road bikes. (Disclaimer: never road raced). I’m no Valentino Rossi but im also not a “beginner.” Would I be happy with the 401 or should I look at the 701? I would be mostly riding back roads some dirt roads and occasional trips to the grocery store. Any input from anyone in a similar situation would be sweet. Thanks!
Was going to be riding a 401 this weekend from Twisted road (only one of 4 bikes available in this huge city), but couldn't because the boyfriend broke parts (including the headlight) while playing with it. Hopefully will try again once it's fixed.
Aloha Yammie, the Husky was one of the bikes I was considering to get back into biking until I started reading about the electrical & neutral issues. The videos I've watched were older, so I'm trying to find out if those issues/concerns have been resolved. Thanks & Take Care
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Haven't been fixed. Same engine as the Duke 390, same electrical issues. Look up KTM = Keine Tausand Meters
beenneyeing this bike as well and still saving some money to get one.. but the longer it takes, the more issues ive been reading about it.. they say that the engine itself is reliable but the electronics sucks
Why not step up to the next level CRF…which I think is the CRF450(?). Are the 300 and 450 bikes so different the 450 wouldn’t make a good beginner bike? I’m also concerned, especially for a beginner bike, about the reliability issues with the 401 that seem to be everywhere you look amongst the reviews. For me, poor reliability would be a deal breaker.
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Bought the vitpilen 401 in December as my first proper bike, largely because of you guys. Love it, thank you. To those of you considering one - get one.
Hows the quality control on it? I've heard hit or miss?
How's the vibration? It's a single cyl I assume it rattles a lot?
What was the price in €? Here it is 6450 for both vit and svart.
I'd love to, if I can find one...
@@donmanuel8917 it’s very smooth. Very little vibration at idle or speed.
The 401 is a great bike period. It's also a fantastic value for the price. I had occasional issues with the quick shifter until I learned that you must keep the throttle very steady when shifting and now it works perfect. If that doesn't work have the dealership program the shift shaft sensor, it's listed to be done when serviced.
Just wanted to chime in, I got the 401 specifically because of this channel as my very first bike! Couldn't have asked for a better package! Thanks yammie
I almost went with a 401 as my second bike this year specifically because of this channel, but I went with a new MT-07 instead specifically because of this channel. Even though I started on a 135cc, which I learned isn't the best idea specifically because of this channel. Love me some YN.
Fellow MT07 boiii
I had a mt07 for my first week, just traded it for a Kawasaki Versys 650 (I drive a lot of highways)
I’m also someone who wanted a 401 for a first bike, but since I could only have 1, I went with a dual sport CRF 250L. And now as 2 bikes becomes an option I’m also looking at the MT07/XSR700
@@gothops154 I love the design of the XSR700/900
@@gothops154 I wish I could've saved an extra $1,500 for the XSR700 cuz I absolutely love the look but at 5'5 & 120lbs I went with the shorter/lighter choice. But I'm taking the opposite route and bought the MT first and plan on buying a CRF 250-300 next Spring or the Spring after lol.
I’ve watched Yammie’s video before on the Svart before I bought mine last year and I knew I made a good choice. Watching this video a year later just reconfirms everything I’ve experienced so far and made me realize I made a great choice!
Watching this video after that video got me interested in motorcycles and then I bought and rode mine for my first bike. Now listening to the video of them riding while I was riding mine was choice and felt amazing.
Congratulations, now has it been reliable? Are you a tall heavy person? I'm 6'1 at 250 pounds.
@@davidzavala337 so far yes. I’m 5’8” and it just fits me perfectly. I can’t say if it’s going to be the same for you but if you have a dealer nearby I’d suggest to visit them and try sitting on the bike.
@@davidzavala337 My friend has 401 and his height is 6'1 also. He's inlove with the 401 and always talking about it everytime I'm with him.
I bought my svartpilen 401 because of your guys video. I absolutely love it
Buying a 2019 Vitpilen 401 is the best financial decision I’ve ever made.
Did you heard about the 1301?
@@CBoss777 allegedly. But a Vitpilen based on the Super Duke would be god tier.
i did the same for svartpilen, i am afraid to change it for anythink else, its reach 175 km video in my youtube
Haha same. well said sir
Same here friend
Had to drive 6 hrs to find the 401, an so worth it and love it.
I have both of these bikes, plus a Super Tenere, and I've been riding since Noob was an itch in his Daddy's pants! Both the 401 and CRF are more than beginner bikes, tho! These rides don't discriminate! Running errands, hitting the mountains in Boone, NC, or just commuting, they're super fun, economical, simplistic, lightweight and pound for pound the best fun on two wheels. Tie!!!
Went to pull the trigger on a 401 and the dealer had me at $8400 out the door. ZERO negotiating. I can’t bring myself to drop $3k over MSRP. These dealerships are out of control.
Local dealer has last year's model for $3999. Sign me up
I've been riding for 40yrs and just bought a Svart. Freaking love it. Hell of a bike, even for someone with decades of riding.
Yup. I bought a 401 SP based on your review. My first bike. Didn't ride one until it was delivered. Zero regrets. Freakin love this bike. So so good
I bought a svart 401 because of your old video and have clocked over 3k miles. It has been a great first bike, super easy to handle, and very fun to ride. However you get what you pay for, the premium features aren't just free. It feels cheaply built. Starting with 2020 model year they are produced in India and I think it shows. Aftermarket support is weak, the gas tank is super small and the fuel level gauge is always wrong.
Overall, still a great beginner bike. I've taken it camping up some forest service roads, but I'm definitely ready for something bigger.
It took longer to find but I’m glad I waited until I could find a 2019. I haven’t been able to compare fit and finish to a 2020 bike but I wouldn’t describe mine as feeling cheaply made.
Wait till the head gaskets blow. It is the trait that engine is known for
How is maintaining it? I'm looking to get one as well, but apparently they can only be serviced at certified mechanics... much like KTMs. I asked a local shop about the valves, and they told me it takes 4 hours just to inspect them (Duke 390)!
Can confirm, Husky owes Yammie a commission :D Got mine based off of their recommendation.
I've owned a svart 401 for a year as of this month, first bike. It's a great first bike, it really let me get better as a rider and learn what types of riding I like, but at this point, it really shows it's limitations of the smaller engine.
If you're okay with upgrading after a year or only ride in the city, perfect motorcycle, but I personally wish I tried to start on a 650 class bike.
"upgrading after a year" after the first year you still won't be able to take this bike to its limits. the whole idea of having to "move up" is just wrong. and also these 650cc bikes do have more torque but are also much heavier. I ride a Fireblade and trust me, these light less powerful bikes are so much more fun on the street.
@@user-jt6nw6wm5q yeah, the grass is always greener in the other side. I started with an sv650, great times, still have it and still love the bike. But i'm sure that if i started with a lighter bike my skills and my confidence riding would have been A LOT easier to obtain.
The only thing that a bigger displacement bike offers on road really is overtaking power and a bit of highway confort.
I understand what you are both saying, but I find myself putting a lot more miles on the highway and that 400cc single just isn't enjoyable for that.
I have also a svar 401 and I agree with you 100%👍
Well, this video release is right on time !
Long story short, 2021 was hell so i decided to make something that i wanted for a long time and regained interested in motorcycling with your videos.
6 months later and my licence in the pocket, i have ordered my first motorcycle today and it's ... the svartpilen 701 !
So big thanks to the YN team for the great content and for giving peoples the will to join the ride.
It's only the beginning of the journey for me, Greetings From France !
@Live ASMR In France, driving school lends you a bike (in my case a KTM 390) during the sessions.
You can buy your bike before but you're not allowed to drive it anyway.
I bought a 2020 Svartpilen last week and I can’t believe how much I love that bike. I haven’t been this smitten over a bike in like… never.
I’m 6-2, 240 and the bike doesn’t feel tiny when I’m on it.
I have an MV Rivale, MT09 and a KLX300SM and I have no desire to get on any of them for now.
Until this bike, I mostly rode the KLX. I feel like lightweight, low cc bikes are just more fun.
Same for me! I love the cb650r but this 401 is just perfect for me
I’ve had mine for a year now it it rocks. I’ve been able to improve my skills significantly without being punished. Everyone always compliments it, asks me what it is. Plus for someone from California like me it’s has one of the best best fuel economy 😍
I literally bought the 2022 and pick it up in a week... My heart skipped a beat when I saw this vid pop up on the feed, but thankfully it's still a confirmed BEAST
I will be getting my first bike very soon, and boy have i looked at sooo many "best beginner bikes" such as the Mt03, Svartpilen 401, Crf and Ninja 400. I've always come back to the svartpilen but was feeling hesitant because most videos were from 1-2 years ago. So it was a relief to see it still holds up even recently. Thank you :)
I was one of those people that watched that video and got my 2022 svartpilen 401😄 probably the coolest bike you could buy, absolutely love it! thanks yammie noob for the recommendation!
Yay!! I asked for this video in the CRF300L comments, thank you Yammie Team!!
As someone who purchased a Svart because of you guys I was nervous before watching, but validated after.
For those of you thinking about selling your Svartpilen, don’t! Selling is one of my biggest regrets in motorcycles. I got one in 2019 before they were cool. They weren’t selling bikes and I got mine in San Diego for $3,300 new, so like $5K out the door. I made the mistake of riding 20 hours in 2 days round trip from Sacramento to oregon. The thumper was so harsh on my throttle hand I seriously could not feel my arm and hand for days it was so painful. I was so upset that I sold the bike, and now regret it! It’s meant for around town, and it was so good and looked so cool, I would get compliments all the time.
More svart content! Do a whole series for all of the people that bought one thanks to your video
I might get it because 1. I can buy cash, 2. All the similarly powered bikes sound the same so might aswell get something I can do more with, and 3. This is something I can always use even after upgrading down the line.
I'm returning to riding after over 20 years, and a 2021 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 is helping me do it. Love my Svart!
Love it ! Bought my svartpilen as a first bike thanks to you a year ago. Now I have a deposit on KTM 690 enduro r. Can't wait to get it. I think its a prefect step up
Bought this bike last week for my birthday. All thanks to you guys, thank you!
I got myself the vitpilen 401 this year and i am more then happy with, i just love how it feels while riding
I’m one of the ones who owns this bike because of your video on it way back when lol. It’s still wonderful, thanks for the introduction to it all that time ago.
I own a Rebel 1100 and I want my next bike to be the Husqvarna Svartpillen 401. It's such a striking bike
The fact that you posted this after I binged your other videos on the same bike, just increased the odds of me going broke by 100%
Your channel is LITERALLY the only reason I knew Husqvarna made anything other than chainsaws. I love the look of that bike
I honestly would like to see a KTM 390 Adventure in a comparison like this as an almost middle ground between these two.
true, the main down side in my opinion is the price jump with KTM vs the Husky
They need to build a dual sport frame around that 401 engine and destroy the dual sport market competition
🙋🏻 I'm one those buyers lol. Bought the vitpilen 401 last year. I am know on the streets aa the research king. The Husqvarna was the best choice. Loving it. Thanks my guys
A year ago today-ish I took your advice and purchased a KTM 390 Duke which was your top beginner choice in 2021. I still have and still enjoy that peppy bastard! I was gonna get the Husq but I didn't like how it fit compared to the 390. Thanks Yammie!
After a lot of research, and likely also watching that same 600k video, I ended up with a Vitpilen myself, and couldn't be happier with it.
My brother definitely bought a Svartpilen based on your video which later encouraged my purchasing of a Vitpilen. Best decision EVER!!!! Thanks guys. 💪🏼💪🏼 KTM/Husqvarna definitely needs to cut you a check.
I own a Svartpilen 401 and I'm never getting rid of it! I have bigger and more powerful bikes but that thing is just so special, a little nugget of joy :)
I have a klx300 and it hangs fine on the highways and twistees but I got smoked by a street bike .I was doing 135 km which is where I top pout and he blew past doing like 200 lol I had a vitpilen last year . It was a bit quicker not by much but I definitely prefer thw dual sport it's way more fun . Considering you can actually hit trails as well
Got my Svart as first bike in december..couldn’t de happier.Thanks for the recommendation
I owned a svart 410 for a year and a half until recently that i sold it to get a BMW... Man that episode had me thinking all the good times I had with this bike. Kind of uncomfortable for the passenger but a ton of fun for me
I took delivery of a new VITpilen 401 yesterday. My previous bike was a Honda CB300R. The Vit feels so much more premium for only a $450 difference in price. The Vit is $5399, the CB $4949.
God, I've become a Yammie Noob-addict. Can't stop watching these videos. Helps me a ton picking my FIRST mc :D
Just got my 401 because of you guys
+1 to the people who bought one after your previous videos. Picked up a 2022 Svart about 2 months ago and am loving every minute of it.
Writing as a scooter dude, this is 401 is a weekly temptation to step into manual transmission riding. It has to be much better than the 5yr old Grom that I learned on at the MFT course. One of the few things that have saved me from getting this is that no dealership anywhere reasonably near El Paso stocks the 401. Still, it is beautiful and all I need for urban riding.
Also a scooter rider here. Bought a new duke390 in 2020 (same as the 401) but never had the heart to sell my maxi scoot. Not sure if the 401 is also built in India like the ktm, but the quality was definitely lacking. Even though it never failed, I couldn’t get over the cheap feeling of everything. A year later got a new z900rs cafe. A lot better built than the ktm but again I couldn’t let go of my scoot. Another year passed and I’ve realized that I’ll always be a scooter guy 😂. Got me a new ak550 and it is hands down absolutely perfect in every way. So don’t hurry too much getting rid of yours even if you go with the husky 😂
@@thebulgarianguy8461 I feel the same about my Svart, it feels cheaply made. I know starting with 2020 model year manufacturing was moved from Austria to India for the 300s and smaller ktm/husky bikes. I think that has something to do with it.
@@MortimerJones99 I hated the way the levers moved when pushed - just flimsy. I also went a tooth down on my front sprocket and had to remove some plastics around the chain - the screws holding it to the bike were mostly screwed in at various angles. Too bad - the Duke and the 401 are great looking bikes.
Hey there are you talking about El Paso Texas? I managed to get the 401 about a year ago from a company out in Las Cruces N.M. The power center on Telshor Blvd is where I got mine. I love my bike and I too started on a 1976 Honda Passport. Still love my scooter but also loving how easy it was to learn gears on my Husqi.
@@Jessica_Renee I just bought my PCX from that place 2 months ago. Seemed like good people there. And they actually stock things in addition to sport bikes and cruisers.
Depends what you're looking for in a motorcycle. I would pick a dual sport because I like to camp and it can do that great.
You'd be surprised how dirt capable the 401 is. You can get some really good side cargo racks and it has the tires, torque, and suspension for almost any dirt trail
Gotta say yammie is linus of motorcycle 🤣
iv never owned a bike before, im picking up a brand new 401 in 1 week thanks to your videos
probably a more appropriate comparison would be the CRF with the 390 adventure
a bit longer suspension and with the 19" at the front is more close to the CRF, but still the type "decent at everything, good at nothing"
Okay, I'm writing this prior to watching the Final Thoughts portion of the video.
You took the 401 offroad and said that it "can do it," but it was "squirrely" and didn't "glide right over" obstacles as well.
What you did NOT mention is that the 401 comes with knobby tires, which your test model does not have, nor did you attempt to adjust the suspension to determine whether the ride COULD be smoother offroad. Part of why one opts for the 401 is how much stock adjustability is present in the bike to begin with. Not taking advantage of what the bike offers is like running a race while doing high knees: Sure you "can do it," but to what end?
I'm going to watch the Final Thoughts now, but if neither of these things are addressed, then the comparison was definitely unfair.
By the way, Husquastopher needs to give you even more money because after watching your videos on the bike, I also bought a Svartvarna. So, there's that.
YOU GUYS EARNED MY SUBSCRIPTION. I used to ride on dirt when I was a kid… now I’m 37 and looking to get back in the saddle. I think you guys sold me on getting this bike to get my bearings back before I buy a bigger bike. looking at the triumph Bonneville bobber when I get my feet back under me… would hate to drop that bike tho. Thanks for the content
Mark my words papa yam, I will buy this as my first bike and it’s because of your vids on it, that’s when I fist saw this beautiful motorcycle
Just bought a 2022 Svartpilen because of you yam!
Picked up a Vitpilen 401 at the end of April. Best decision I've ever made.
The real question is who is finding the Svart for $5,000? The three quotes I’ve had in the last month from the dealers near me are $6,200 + tax, $6,500 + tax, and $6,659 + tax. If I could find one actually for $5,000 I’d buy one right now. But, when the price starts creeping toward $7k, the value doesn’t seem to be there since you’re now moving into the MT-07 and Trident 660 range.
Get a quote for an MT-07 and Trident 660. You are looking at $1500 to $2500 on top of MSRP for those too.
@@thechansen that’s a good point
My girlfriend bought a Husky this past fall, because of you guys 🤙
I actually bought this bike last year bc of your video I never knew it existed till then
Vit 401 2021 starter bike, I love it for sure, I'm also six foot six and so far not at all uncomfortable to ride for long period of time, got it specifically for the price and for the high seat height. If you're a really tall rider the small 401 is a great height. I'm now hooked into the bikes, now I want a Triumph Street Scramber 1200 XC.
Hi man, have a question for you. I'm looking to get my first bike and the svartpilen 401 really caught my eye, i'm kinda hesitant because i'm 6'5. Do you think i'll be fine fit wise on the svartpilen? And will the svartpilen be a better fit than the vitpilen because of the riding position?
@@aqwsantv Too bad no one has answered you. I am 186cm and I have same dilema.
My grandson got one in February never road before 👍
Just another drop in the bucket of yeah I bought my duke 390 because of this channel. I know it’s not quite the svart but close enough right XS
I bought the vitpilen401 three days ago because of your video
owner of a 401 also because of you ❤
I am guilty of also buying a Vitpilen 401 2 weeks ago partly due to your video. It’s my first bike and I’ve only logged 100 miles so far. As a brand new rider I couldn’t be happier with it.
I’m 5’5” with a 30 inch inseam and was cared of the seat height at first but after the msf course and riding for a bit I have had no issues thus far.
Picked mine up last November, thanks entirely to this channel and your reviews. It's no turbo 'busa, but it'll do...
The Svartpilen 401 will be my first bike. This is the way.
I also bought the husky because of that video .. got it last month and it’s amazing
That husqvarna looks sooo good.... i prefer the older tank that didnt say 401, and had “husqvarna” there, but still, so sick looking.
I have a husqy 401 and it's the best commuter bike ever!!! Super comfortable
CRF before Itchy Boots: "What an ugly bike"
CRF after Itchy Boots: "What a piece of beautiful machinery".
Dude I’ve been watching you for a year or so now and it never hit me until now that you’re on lime creek 😂😂, can’t wait to run into you there!
I got a 2018 svartpilen 401 last year as my first bike
Lol I bought this bike bcuz of that video. It’s my first bike and it really is something special. Thanks for feeding us baby squids with so much info Yammie
My KTM Dealer has got the '23 model for 4500€. I'm very tempted to get one. The 2024 model is priced at 6800€. I also have the Grandgrandfather of the CRF 300L, a Honda XL250R modelyear 85. That will hopefully be roadworthy again soon. My current small bike is a CBR 300R, wich is quite rare in Germany.
Yo estoy igual . Creo que voy a comprar el nuevo . El motor está más refinado , es más grande y con pantalla tft , esto me importa menos , pero se agradece .
Hard to beat it. I don't like the ergonomics but that's an easy enough fix, everything else is pretty solid for a bike that size!
I bought a 2021 Svartpipen because of you so I hope so! (Commented prior to watching video).
PS I love mine, thanks so much for the recommendation 😊
I had the chance to rent a Svartpilen 401 a few months ago here in Tokyo (also thanks to "that 650K video") and I can say that I had a blast (even Yammie shared the Instagram story where I mentioned him stating that naked bikes are better lol). The engine has enough power to cruise on highways (specially since in Japan the max speed is 100Kph -62mph- and 120 -74.5- only when overtaking), the breaks and suspensions are top. The only flaws I could find is that the seat is too stiff (which is fixable), since it's a single cyl engine it vibrates quite a lot (duh) and finding neutral was a real pain in the a$$. I had to try easily like an average 5-6 times every red light to find it, so sometimes I just gave in and kept grabbing the clutch lol. Apart of that is an excellent motorcycle. If I didn't buy one it's because here cost like 6400$ MSRP and for the type of ride that I want to do a Ninja 400 fits me better (and I will change it for an MT07 or 09 in a year or so). But living in the US? This is a no-brainer. I'm 5'8" (173cm) tall and I could almost flat foot it. Light as a feather, easy to handle and with a pleasant punch in the lower revs. Simply perfect for commuting and aesthetically stunning. I rode with a friend in a Vitpilen 401 and we catched all the attention from the pedestrians. In fact, in one of the red lights that I couldn't find neutral I went a bit berserker because I almost stalled the bike and rev'd it out and accidentally got out of there in one wheel lol.
Just get the bike, dudes, it's TONS of fun! xD
Awesome two of my favorite bikes together.
got mine because of papa yam. thanks 👍👍👍
A temperamental European bike with limited dealer network will never be the best choice for a beginner bike.
I just bought a husqvarna 701 sm...love the brand
I do have my gripes with the 373 ktm engine though in my adv390 it vibrates the hell out of the handlebars and yeah the quickshifter on both bikes can be finicky at full throttle
I stay for the hilarious energy
It’s actually $5,399 MSRP
Yammie! Outside of North America, the rest of world thinks a 400cc bike is HUGE.
I didn't buy one because of your videos but it did help justify my decision
Ok… I’m 54 years old but I identify as a 24 year old. Needless to say I’m a Gen X-er who thinks he’s way more cool that he actually is. I’ve owned, ridden and raced a plethora of dirt bikes, dual sports and road bikes. (Disclaimer: never road raced). I’m no Valentino Rossi but im also not a “beginner.” Would I be happy with the 401 or should I look at the 701? I would be mostly riding back roads some dirt roads and occasional trips to the grocery store. Any input from anyone in a similar situation would be sweet. Thanks!
"best motorcycle channel on youtube"
shoutout fortnine
Not a newbie. I look at it like a slightly larger Grom. Just seems like a pile of fun.
Wish y'all had a Honda CRF450l instead of the 300. It'd make for a better comparison video between the two
Was going to be riding a 401 this weekend from Twisted road (only one of 4 bikes available in this huge city), but couldn't because the boyfriend broke parts (including the headlight) while playing with it. Hopefully will try again once it's fixed.
Anything with a motor makes me happy these days!
Went with a 300L and love it.
Aloha Yammie, the Husky was one of the bikes I was considering to get back into biking until I started reading about the electrical & neutral issues. The videos I've watched were older, so I'm trying to find out if those issues/concerns have been resolved. Thanks & Take Care
Haven't been fixed. Same engine as the Duke 390, same electrical issues. Look up KTM = Keine Tausand Meters
@ Thanks so much for the feedback. Not what I wanted to hear but needed to know! Take Care 🤙🏾
not reliable
beenneyeing this bike as well and still saving some money to get one.. but the longer it takes, the more issues ive been reading about it.. they say that the engine itself is reliable but the electronics sucks
Why not step up to the next level CRF…which I think is the CRF450(?). Are the 300 and 450 bikes so different the 450 wouldn’t make a good beginner bike? I’m also concerned, especially for a beginner bike, about the reliability issues with the 401 that seem to be everywhere you look amongst the reviews. For me, poor reliability would be a deal breaker.
YES! MORE METAL DRUM TRANSITIONS! 🤘
I just want to point out that the youtube captioning transcribed "svartpilen" as "fart villain" at least once.