2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 82 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 990 Duke 82.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 105 hp (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) up to 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Torque spans 87 Nm (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) up to 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Weight spans 181 kg (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) to 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) to 1000 cc (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
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| Specification | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | KTM 990 Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HUSQVARNA | KTM |
| Model | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | KTM 990 Duke |
| Engine size | 800cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 105hp | 123hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 103nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 181kg | 198kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R17 Pirelli mt60 RS | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT60 RS | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 205km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10899 | $12500 |
| Brand price lists | View HUSQVARNA price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | The Svartpilen 801 has an immobiliser fitted as standard to provide anti-theft protection. Smartphone bracket Crash bung kit Radiator protection grille Mirror USB-C power outlet kit Spring hook Smartphone universal case 5" TFT Screen
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-5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
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2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs 2024 KTM 990 Duke: listed specifications
The 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 and 2024 KTM 990 Duke differ on the listed specifications: the Svartpilen 801 has a lower listed weight, and the 990 Duke has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
990 Duke has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
990 Duke has a clear listed power advantage (123 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
990 Duke has a clear listed torque advantage (103 Nm vs 87 Nm).
Listed top speed
990 Duke has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 205 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Svartpilen 801 is notably lighter on the listed weight (181 kg vs 198 kg). Svartpilen 801 and 990 Duke have very similar seat heights (82 cm vs 82.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 205 km/h (127 mph) for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which has more horsepower, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or KTM 990 Duke?
KTM 990 Duke has 123 hp compared with 105 hp on the Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which is lighter, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or KTM 990 Duke?
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 is lighter at 181 kg vs 198 kg for KTM 990 Duke.
Which is better, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or KTM 990 Duke?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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