2025 Husqvarna Vitpilen 801
$11,649 + $750 Freight + $400 PDI
Licensing and taxes extra
The Vitpilen 801 is a highly capable and dynamic roadster that delivers a riding experience like nothing before it. Taking design inspiration from the Swedish heritage of the brand, this beautifully crafted, modern motorcycle is characterized by its LED projector lens headlight, which features a surrounding light ring for an unmistakable look. Pure performance comes from the 799 cc parallel-twin engine with multiple electronic rider aids tailoring the delivery for a customized set-up. Personalization extends to the premium, adjustable WP suspension and a choice of up to four ride modes that ensure the Vitpilen 801 is accessible to a broad range of riders.
The essence of the bike is familiar. Like the Svartpilen 801 it uses an engine and chassis evolved from the KTM 790 Duke, albeit in a Husqvarna-tuned form. But the styling is a surprise evolution of the familiar Vitpilen form that first appeared a decade ago with the Vitpilen 401 concept bike that appeared at EICMA in Milan back in 2014. Borrowing an idea from sister brand KTM and machines like the new 990 Duke, the headlight is a bi-LED projector unit that “floats” within a ring of LED running lights, but where the KTM version brackets its headlight between two angular side elements, the Husqvarna variant is a clever update on the oversized circular lamp that’s been a Vitpilen signature since the model first appeared. The LED ring around the main headlamp forms an oval halo, slightly slanted rearward, that evokes the look of earlier models while managing to be instantly recognizable and distinctly modern.
Technical highlights:
- New Bi-LED projector lens headlight with a separate light ring provides a unique and progressive identity
- Chromium-molybdenum steel frame with engine as stressed member
- 799 cc parallel-twin engine weighs only 114 lb (52 kg) without oil
- Adjustable WP APEX suspension provides exceptional comfort and performance on flowing roads and through narrow urban environments
- Four selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Sport, Dynamic optional)
- Cornering-sensitive Traction Control allows for 10 levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Dynamic Mode)
- Cutting edge cornering ABS with switchable Supermoto mode (in Dynamic mode)
- Ride-by-wire throttle with adjustable throttle response
- Optional up and down Easy Shift function
- PASC slipper clutch
- Standard Connectivity Unit provides TbT+ navigation, telephone call-in/out, and music selection functionality from the rider’s smartphone
- Hazard Warning system with integrated handlebar switch
- Extensive range of Husqvarna Technical Accessories
Engine type | 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC parallel twin |
Displacement | 799 cc |
Bore/stroke | 88/65.7 mm |
Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
Starter/battery | Electric starter/12V 10Ah |
Transmission | 6 gears |
Fuel system | DKK Dellorto (Throttle body 46mm) |
Control | 4 valves per cylinder / DOHC |
Lubrication | Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
Engine oil | Motorex, Power Synth SAE 10W-50 |
Primary drive | 39:75 |
Final drive | 16:41 |
Cooling | Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger |
Clutch | Cable operated PASC Slipper clutch |
Engine management/ignition | Bosch EMS with RBW |
Traction control | MTC (lean angle sensitive, 3-Mode, disengageable, Dynamic mode opt.) |
Chassis | |
Frame | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
Subframe | Cast aluminum, powder coated |
Handlebar | Aluminum, tapered, Ø 28/22 mm |
Front suspension | WP APEX-USD Ø 43 mm |
Adjustability | Compression, Rebound |
Rear suspension | WP APEX-Monoshock |
Adjustability | Rebound, Preload |
Suspension travel front/rear | 140 mm / 150 mm |
Front brake | 2 x 4-piston caliper, radially mounted, brake disc Ø 300 mm |
Rear brake | 1-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 240 mm |
ABS | Bosch 9.3 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and Supermoto mode) |
Wheels front/rear | Cast Aluminum wheels 3.50 x 17''; 5.50 x 17'' |
Tires front/rear | Michelin Road 6 R 17; R 17 |
Chain | X-Ring 520 |
Silencer | Stainless steel primary and secondary silencer |
Steering head angle | 24.5° |
Triple clamp offset | 32 mm |
Trail | 97.9 mm |
Wheel base | 1,475 ± 15 mm / 58 ± 0.6 in |
Ground clearance | 170 mm / 6.6 in |
Seat height | 820 mm / 32.2 in |
Tank capacity (approx.) | 14 liters / 3.69 gallons |
Weight (without fuel, approx.) | 180 kg / 396.8 lb |
Electronics | |
ABS Modes | Street (cornering sensitive) / Supermoto |
Ride Modes | Street, Rain, Sport, Dynamic* |
Engine Management Systems | MTC, MSR*, Easy Shift |
Cruise Control | Optional |
Connectivity | Turn-by-Turn+ Navigation, Call-In, Call-Out, Music Selection |
Technical Accessories | Heated grips, lithium ion battery |