2024 KTM DUKE 790 vs 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
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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 KTM DUKE 790 80 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 82 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 174 kg (2024 KTM DUKE 790) to 181 kg (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM DUKE 790 | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | HUSQVARNA |
| Model | KTM DUKE 790 | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 105hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 87nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 174kg | 181kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston, 2 x radially mounted calipers | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Two-piston caliper brake disc | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 82cm |
| Front tyre | Massis Supermaxx ST | 120/70 R17 Pirelli mt60 RS |
| Rear tyre | Massis Supermaxx ST | 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT60 RS |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 140 mm | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock 150 mm | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 205km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.6 L/100km | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9499 | $10899 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View HUSQVARNA price list |
| Extra features | ABS System Driving Modes TFT Display |
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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2024 KTM DUKE 790 vs 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM DUKE 790 and 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the DUKE 790 has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
DUKE 790 and Svartpilen 801 have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
DUKE 790 and Svartpilen 801 have very similar peak power (105 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
DUKE 790 and Svartpilen 801 have very similar listed torque (87 Nm vs 87 Nm).
Listed top speed
DUKE 790 and Svartpilen 801 have very similar listed top speeds (210 km/h vs 205 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
DUKE 790 has a modest listed weight advantage (174 kg vs 181 kg). DUKE 790 has a lower listed seat height (80 cm vs 82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in weight and seat height, while displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM DUKE 790 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 801?
KTM DUKE 790 is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 205 km/h (127 mph) for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which has more horsepower, KTM DUKE 790 or Husqvarna Svartpilen 801?
Both are rated at 105 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, KTM DUKE 790 or Husqvarna Svartpilen 801?
KTM DUKE 790 is lighter at 174 kg vs 181 kg for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which is better, KTM DUKE 790 or Husqvarna Svartpilen 801?
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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