A Cafe Racer From The Future?..
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In today's video we take a look at the Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, known as the modern day cafe racer this lightweight motorcycle offers riders modern technology with the styling of a vintage cafe bike.
Being almost identical to the 390 Duke from KTM you can expect the same performance and snappy throttle response that I have come to love.
Ride along with us as we tear up some closed country roads on our Austrian stallions!
#Husqvarna #KTM #Vitpilen
Пікірлер: 300
Never saved up $4500 this fast in my life. If you're thinking about getting this beauty, just do it you wont regret it. I've had this bike for almost 2 years now and it's been the best 2 years of my life.
@Partnerthedog
2 жыл бұрын
They are all like 5 to 6k in Colorado used lol
@oscarguijosa7881
2 жыл бұрын
@@Partnerthedog well they’re 5 to 6k in Texas brands new also that’s the base model
@Partnerthedog
2 жыл бұрын
@@oscarguijosa7881 even in Texas you have to pay taxes. After all the fees, every 401 costs 6,000 brand new, for the base model. They are 5k before tax. Everyone wants 5000 to 5200 for them used In Colorado some are 5500. But msrp is only 4,999
@zurielvalladares5947
2 жыл бұрын
Hows the cost of maintenance? Lot to maintain or just normal stuff?
Why is this bike so beautiful
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Mehari Fikre thanks!
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
KB3AOL M thanks! I really didn’t mean to go with Swedish flag colors specifically. It just ended up that way haha.
@jonathankim9968
4 жыл бұрын
you are missing out unless you ride it.
@nurzrachit7133
4 жыл бұрын
Holy shit IDK, maybe just the simplicity, but it's the best looking thing I've ever seen.
@RISCGames
3 жыл бұрын
Because it's blue. I couldn't find a blue one and realized this one must be wrapped, it's really ugly in it's default metalic silver form imo... I find it interesting that people call the Duke 390 ugly over this? I think they both are quirky as hell looking and it's either way.
I would love to have backroads like this to ride on.
@themuffinman1537
3 жыл бұрын
Ye my backroads are like 90% potholes
Great review man! That was a fun ride. Definitely some good times!
"... because I'm tense a bit not being on my own bike..." - but not tense riding 103 mph on some back road... 😎
@abhirkonvict1
3 жыл бұрын
Wish they launch 401 /701 too..❤️❤️
Cool wrap! I Just bought 2020 vit 401. Really fun bike. Even comes with adjustable forks and rear suspension.
Spent 2 and a half hours on my vitpilen 401 for it's first long Sunday ride. No pain spots at all, but I'm also used to mountain bikes and super aggressive road cycling bikes.
@AdventureDaily
2 жыл бұрын
Right on!
How I do miss the back country roads of middle Ohio. Those 490’s look different and I dig them. Keep up the great work.
I love my vitpilen ! My lady and I take our bikes all over New Zealand - 1400 km in a weekend - no pain just joy. I fitted a Leo Vince exhaust - it improved power.
@stanL9
4 жыл бұрын
No wrist neck pain?
@shuttzi9878
4 жыл бұрын
@@stanL9 it depends on your height i guess If you're a taller guy then buy a svartpilen
@madpete6438
3 жыл бұрын
@Stan stark I guess my arse is not that soft ... seems fine but I am getting it rebuilt soon .. the foam is dying and it is getting harder.
@madpete6438
3 жыл бұрын
@Stan stark I have been riding since 1979 - I have ridden on a wooden plank for 6 hours... must have leather backside by now.... Anyway - small tank so you get off every 150km to put gas in the tank. I can not stress enough - the ride is worth it. Short twitchy and grunty - with Cat delete and LV-10 fattening out the midrange makes it a tight road monster - and New Zealand is full of tight roads, one lane bridges and a full range of weather. I am, however talking to a mate who owns a clever upholstery company about reshaping and re-foaming the seat. Just ride one....
@jayvee1901
Жыл бұрын
@@shuttzi9878 If your short should you buy the duke instead?
My goodness what a good-looking bike
👍🤪 another great video dude 🎖️😆 from R1 Greg 👌
That is a great looking bike and it did the ton!
I was looking at these bikes online when this video popped up!
@johnh2349
4 жыл бұрын
Fire Dog, where are you? I just purchased one for my son last week. One of the better dealer experiences I’ve had and I’ve purchased many new luxury cars from brands whose dealers specialize in “buying experience”.
@firedog5339
4 жыл бұрын
I’m in west Texas. I was just looking though. I really don’t “need” another bike right now.
@johnh2349
4 жыл бұрын
Fire Dog, let me know if you do though and I’ll give you all the pricing info I was able to get and what I was able to negotiate.
Beautiful Ride ❤️
Husqvarna vitpilen 250 launched in our India 🇮🇳... 😍😍😍
Yeah that thing looks awesome in those colors.
I bought a 2020 Vitpilen. The easy clutch is new and so are adjustable forks. I've got no problem with the seating position.
🖐️👍 really really.like.this bike dude great camera work man from R1 Greg 😄😉👊👌
damn that colour though 💙💙
Man that is one bad ass bike rite there
Smart guy having it wrapped in blue, looks amazing and I would have never considered it otherwise. Had me on a tilt for a brief moment considering this over the KTM Duke 390 but I think realistically I still want the 390 as thats where my heart has been. This would be a nice one to blast around on if the Duke wasn't an option.
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
Go with the 390! Way more comfortable overall and I loved the looks personally.
@MrRourk
2 жыл бұрын
Just change to Svartplien handlebars and she is a whole other beast. Needs the air box and ecu mods along with that exhaust to really sound and go.
@jordangraf673
Жыл бұрын
@@MrRourk Or just get a svartpilen. Basically the exact same bike but way more comfortable. I've hit 100 on my wife's before with the stock exhaust and I'm around 190lb.
"my arms hurt because im tense from not being on my own bike" proir to going 100+ on not your bike LOL i fucking love it man lol
Finally someone showing realistic top speed! I'm sold on this now! I have a 1980 xs400 so this will be awesome little upgrade!
I don't even ride (yet) but even I feel somehow compelled to go out and buy this.
What if you lower rear to increase stability? or raise the front?
I bought my Vit 401 because of this video. 😊
Good job....sweedich colors😉
Awesome bro
just came back from the dealer checking the Svartpilen out. i dont want it, i need it lol
The colour of the bike is pure love
Love the Blue Color!!!!!!
I have one ! Cheers from PA!
Forgot to mention on the last video I commented on...love the way you shot your bikes and blended in your logo...nice touch! Great footage of this bike! Would have been cool to hear the spec sheet rundown from the owner since he was there. Watch out for animals on those country roads man! Instinct says swerve to miss, but that can end badly for the rider! Hate to squash 'em but that is what is safest, especially at your speeds!
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Jason Turner check out his last video on the KTM. The specs are identical so I didn’t want to rehash his last video. Short and sweet. 😎
@JasonTurner
4 жыл бұрын
@@shankdrummer06 Makes sense! I did see that one. Nice bike CB! How's your back after you ride that for awhile?
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Jason Turner I think you get used to it. Like riding a sport bike. I rode all day Columbus Day and while I was fatigued, my back wasn’t hurting. Just tired from a full day of riding!
@JasonTurner
4 жыл бұрын
@@shankdrummer06 nice! If I'm ever riding down that way I'll look you up! I'm up in the Akron area. Ride safe bro!
This bike is amazing and Josh is super cool I actually own this now after seeing this video some months ago!
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome Alex! I was sad that he sold her, I hope you are enjoying it.
@alexdoyon1855
3 жыл бұрын
Attention Deficit I most definitely am how could you not!
This thing is so beautiful 😍
Dang........ I wanna convert my duke 250 exactly like this 😍😍😍
I had a coffmans slip on exhaust on my fz-1...without the db killer and that thing would scream! It was too loud at freeway speeds for long distances. Lol Sounded great ripping around to work and back and under overpasses though. 👍🏻
@AdventureDaily
4 жыл бұрын
They make awesome systems for the $. I'd love to hear that thing rip in person.
At 1.70 cm do you think I will feel confortable on this bike? I think the seat is to high for me, I can lowered?
I live in Columbus too and am considering a 701. Where did you get your 401?
Nice.
The Honda Grom Sr! It's also a lot like the Suzuki Goose SG350 that I had until I cooked the stator getting it to 100mph.
Really good and honest review. Especially when riding the 401 explaining riders experience... l’d like to ask is the 701 just a more powerful version? Is the riding experience funner or more serious? What’s the difference besides it having a bigger engine?
@shankdrummer06
3 жыл бұрын
The 701 isn’t much heavier but pretty much double the power. It feels bigger too. People have carved canyons, tore up tracks and cruised city streets on this bike. To me, it’s a great “do-it-all” option.
@BikesAndBatallas
3 жыл бұрын
@@shankdrummer06 I've got a 2020 Vitpilen 401. I much prefer the 401. You can flick it around so easily.
How's the quality of the Coffman's slip on? I'm thinking to buy one for my 2020 401 svart...
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
They make fantastic products, machining looks top notch. Can't beat it for the value.
nice nice bike! ❤❤❤❤
Curious if you have some detail on how you did the tail tidy on this. It looks great and I wouldn't mind doing the same to mine...
@shankdrummer06
3 жыл бұрын
I took the existing metal bracket that came with the bike, drilled out the slots a little wider and attached the plate to it. See my IG for pics. @cbus401
Nice
“If you like function over looks, duke is the way to go” That’s an apparent bias towards duke. Husky is a more sophisticated/refined version of Ktm in terms of functionality and riding experience (except the display). Not to mention the 2020 Husqvarna has the best quick shifter in its category.
@revmatchproductions
2 жыл бұрын
It also makes a couple less ponies than the Ktm, the tunes are slightly different. Ktm is all about “ready to race” so of course the Duke is gonna have the more agressive tune. Husky is a sweet looking bike for sure though.
@jordangraf673
Жыл бұрын
@@revmatchproductions They make the exact same hp and torque.
Could you show how you modded the OEM bracket to fit under the seat?
@johnh2349
4 жыл бұрын
Jan Alamares, it is a separate bracket that comes in a pouch with other pieces/parts that you receive when you purchase it.
Hey ! Curious how you went about painting the body, and from fender piece blue? thank you
@SiopaoSauc3
4 жыл бұрын
THey mentioned that it's a wrap
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
It’s wrapped
man o man mexico treatin you well ;)
Can I ask how you mounted the plate? I have a 2020, and I’m trying to tuck it flat under the seat
@shankdrummer06
2 жыл бұрын
I used a bracket that came with the bike and made my own.
0:03 seconds in. 🤘🏼😎
I really didn't love the seating position either. It's like flying. I really preferred the Svartpilen.
I wanted to die everytime he got up to 100+ haha. But man, I want a vitpilen so bad.
@AdventureDaily
4 жыл бұрын
They are sweet! Not a fan of the riding position though
You got a custom wrap?
Is the Coffman pipe the only modified part of the exhaust? Have a cat delete on my 401 but thinking about chucking a different muffler on it this year and that Coffman pipe definitely sounds just right. Definitely digging the Swedish racing green too. If you ever find yourself riding in the Detroit metro area let me know, always looking for people to ride with!
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
AYOUSTIN yep it just replaces the factory exhaust. Cat is still on there. It comes with a DB killer too if it’s too loud with your cat delete. Definitely a good-sounding system.
Need this in NorCal 🏍
A 390 duke dashboard on this and it becomes perfect
Damn that thing looks uncomfortable AF! Okay, Dad mode; I know your careful on the back roads and I'm in Ohio too, in farm country... But man, watch it. The farmers are plowing and shit, there are tons of dirt and other shit on the roads by me, probably by you soon as well... You hit that at 90 and it might be a bad situation. Would hate to hear something happens to you man. Take care and keep ripping! Rubber side down.
@madpete6438
4 жыл бұрын
If you have a soft fat backside it may be a bit hard - my firm tail is very happy on the vitpilen.
@BarnStangz
4 жыл бұрын
@@madpete6438 At the end of the day, that's all that matters. Before I got took out by a cager, I had a FZ-09. Most fun bike I ever had, even with the seating slanting into the tank. All that matters is your like your whip.
What kind of break-lights do you have installed? Looks pretty neat. I always thought the stock one didn’t really compliment the bike.
@ploperdung
2 жыл бұрын
His lights are working though, why would they be broken
@shankdrummer06
2 жыл бұрын
Stock brake light. Amazon turn signals.
Fun fact: The Husqvarna Vitpilen and Svartpilen mean White Arrow and Black Arrow respectively.
@AdventureDaily
4 жыл бұрын
Nice fact!!👍🏻
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Yep I forgot to mention that.
@Gokul-oq8nb
4 жыл бұрын
This one is Blue arrow ❤️
Would you say the bike feels cramped for you? I have been thinking about getting one but I am around 6'7'' and have a suspicion that i won't fit at all on that thing
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah at 6’7 I wouldn’t buy one.
Aaaaaaawwwww sick bike .😈
Does this bike will get back pain while driving? I'm from India 🙏
I found a 2019 model 401 for $3,999, do you think it’s a good buy at that number? I like cafe racers but Honda Rebel 500 looks super comfy and 2020 models look awesome so I’m torn between , then there is Rebel 300 but I think that would be too underpowered, I just want a bike to ride around town again
@edgaralvarez1956
4 жыл бұрын
thats a great price. got my 2019 for 4200 out the door.
Just saw this bike bike on my lunch break today in Dublin😂💀
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Ayyyeee 😁
Could you get a different display installed if you wanted to
Can make 130km/h for a long time? It's the max on the highway in my country
The display can be fixed with a polariser film, give it a try.
Are you guys both Columbus area based??? I'm getting a Svartpilen this winter as a second bike.
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Yes we are. 👍
@CBRboy1717
4 жыл бұрын
@@shankdrummer06 nice man! I'm Worthington Sawmill area.
Time for aftermarket dash
Hey man, where did you guys get the wrap?
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
It’s from a local guy that I know.
What handle bar set up are you using ? Looks awesome !
@shankdrummer06
2 жыл бұрын
Those are stock clip-ons. But I did change to higher bars later.
Lovely bike !! Where can we buy those " H " Stickers and decals. Thank you for the answers and reply =)
@shankdrummer06
2 жыл бұрын
I just had a friend custom print them.
Bruh, that guy said it right!
I wish you had a svartpilen to compare to the duke comfort wise
@shankdrummer06
3 жыл бұрын
I ended up changing the bars and it made the Vit a lot more comfy. Seat is still hard, but I’d still say the Duke sits upright more.
now i want the duke.
Have you had any of the electrical issues that so many people are complaining about? I want to buy one so bad but am worried about all the bad reviews.
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Cody & Brooke Hanson nope. Not one. Those issues are mostly found in the 701’s.
That’s one sexy bike
Nice Vitpilen ! Love the color theme. Is it a wrap, paint, or aftermarket plastic tank covers?
@raizerwolf9041
3 жыл бұрын
He mentioned it was a wrap at the beginning of the video 1:32
@spoiler42ify
3 жыл бұрын
@@raizerwolf9041 ah yes I totally missed it. Thank you
Hahaha funny stuff I just bought the new svartpilen I had to drive 4 hours to the closest dealer. Hard to get bikes!
@nurzrachit7133
4 жыл бұрын
Nathan, I'm in the same boat. Gonna get a svartpilen this week and I'm having to go to another state to get it. I'm in Georgia, gonna head over to Alabama, or possibly Florida to pick it up. Worth the Ride IMO.
Is that blue a custom color? I haven't seen any stock with that blue. Very nice.
@AdventureDaily
4 жыл бұрын
It’s wrapped!
@nurzrachit7133
4 жыл бұрын
@@AdventureDaily is it a custom wrap or did you have someone do it? Elaborate, that shit is SICK!!!!
Dude nice bike but im more in love with that A-Stars sweater.... whats the name of it?? I gotta buy it like right now.. Thanks bud
@mannyfel8324
4 жыл бұрын
Well Josh A-Stars sweater lol thanks
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
hec feliciano it’s the Alpine Stars Milestone 2 jacket. I love it. It’s wind proof too.
Bro I'm from India recently comes to this Bike Indian market so it's buyed Bike or not
Anyone know if this Coffman works on a KTM390 duke?
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
It should say on their website, if not send them an email!
What you use for the tail tidy?
@shankdrummer06
Жыл бұрын
A piece that came with the bike. Just kind of made it work.
I kept stock muffler and just deleted the mid pipe and canister for $100 - definitely not a long distance or high speed bike. needs firmer suspension for higher speeds.
Bro best bike ever and good vlog. Which color is that precisely?? Sky blue ?? Or ...
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
funny videos it’s a wrap. The color is Gloss Light Blue from Avery Dennison.
@tassangvlogs1991
4 жыл бұрын
@Josh Shank thanks bro, and wbu husqvarna logo yellow one.
What will be the best exhaust for vitlpelen
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Go with the Coffman's exhaust!
Is the headlight wrapped yellow or is it a different housing for it? Also where did you get your fender eliminator from? Cheers
@johnh2349
4 жыл бұрын
Luka, he used the license plate mount that comes with the bike. The entire fender was removed and does not have signals on it. All of the yellow lights I’ve seen so far are a tint wrap.
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Yep it’s just an extra piece with a red reflector on it. Take the reflector off, drill out the slots a little wider to allow for the undertail bolts to ass through and voila. DIY fender eliminator. I bought some cheapo Amazon turn signals for it so look great on it too. You can see more of it on IG at @cbus401
Is the wrap done in one piece?
@shankdrummer06
3 жыл бұрын
Three pieces
The answer to an ugly duke and an uncomfortable vitpilen is... the svartpilen!
@largejoseph7914
4 жыл бұрын
exactly
@aGentleUser
4 жыл бұрын
Well the look of the vitpilen is for sure nicer for me but there are aftermarket handlebar conversions available...
@madpete6438
4 жыл бұрын
BUT The svartpilen has lower gearing so not as awesome on the open road - very good around town and in traffic. BTW I have a Vitpilen and my son has a Svartpilen (his girl friend has a Duke 390) - I think we can comment from a position of deep knowledge !
@taylormitchell2119
4 жыл бұрын
wuquo the duke is way too ‘aggressive’ looking for its own good haha, the svart is better looking in every way lol. I’m biased of course because I ride a 401
@GingerBreadMan888
4 жыл бұрын
Is the Vitpilen really as uncomfortable as they say
As fast as a tuned 125cc 2 stroke :P
Nice bike. What's the colour code for the blue? Best regards
@RISCGames
3 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure it's wrapped because I couldn't find any blue examples online, just the default ugly metalic silver,.
@DividendenInvestor
3 жыл бұрын
@@RISCGames ral 5012 is the color who I think it's looks like that.
In love😘
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
She was a beauty!
@akhilks742
3 жыл бұрын
@@AdventureDaily yes man
@akhilks742
3 жыл бұрын
How is power it can over take duke 390 ??
I own a Svartpilen and highly recommend a steering dampener, esp at speeds over 80MPH. The best part of these bikes are the turning capabilities, not the speed. Certainly not the speed. Try the Svart if you don't like the Vit's position. I think the Vit is aweful. I rode one for 3 min and brought it back to the dealer and said No way. Dukes are hideous
@shankdrummer06
4 жыл бұрын
Phil Razzi I bought bars for it. Just need to put them on.
@skullboiPlays
2 жыл бұрын
Qhat steering dampner
Are they good quality?
@AdventureDaily
3 жыл бұрын
From what I have witnessed, yes!
In india you can even get 250 cc variant With all the goodies of 401 but at the price of 2100$ only For college kids
I peed a little every time he hit 100 and I couldn’t see the road ahead 😅
Great design but it is so small :))))