2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT

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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.

Top on paper
2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
87 pts
CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
13 pts

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

Best fit here
2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
65 pts
CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
49.6 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
55.2 pts
CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
54.2 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
74.7 pts
CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
38.8 pts

New rider friendly

2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
31.5 pts
Best fit here
CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
74.7 pts

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 Tallest seat here
  • CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT 79.5 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 74 hp (CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT) up to 105 hp (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
  • Torque spans 68 Nm (CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT) up to 87 Nm (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
  • Weight spans 181 kg (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) to 193 kg (CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT).
  • Displacement spans 700 cc (CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT) to 800 cc (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
Specification Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
Brand HUSQVARNA CF MOTO
Model Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT
Engine size 800cc 700cc
Power 105hp 74hp
Torque 87nm. 68nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 181kg 193kg
Front brake 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper hydraulic dual disc ABS (BREMBO Calipers)
Rear brake Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc hydraulic single disc with ABS (BREMBO Calipers)
Seat height (cm) 82cm 79.5cm
Front tyre 120/70 R17 Pirelli mt60 RS 110/80 ZR 18 (PIRELLI)
Rear tyre 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT60 RS 180/55 ZR 17 (PIRELLI)
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension WP APEX 43 Inverted fork telescopic KYB
Rear suspension WP APEX - Monoshock Single central shock absorber KYB
Motorcycle type Naked Naked
Top speed 205km/h 223km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 14 L – 4.5 L/100km 13 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $10899 $7399
Brand price lists View HUSQVARNA price list View CF MOTO 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

 

 

-Cruise Control

-Euro5, Slipper Clutch

-LCD Display

-Power modes: Sport and Economic

-Bosch EFI, Continental ABS

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2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs 2023 CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT: listed specifications

The 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 and 2023 CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT differ on the listed specifications: the Svartpilen 801 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight, and the 700CL-X SPORT has the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

Svartpilen 801 has a larger listed engine displacement (800 cc vs 700 cc).

Peak power

Svartpilen 801 has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 74 hp).

Torque

Svartpilen 801 has a clear listed torque advantage (87 Nm vs 68 Nm).

Listed top speed

700CL-X SPORT has a modest listed top-speed advantage (223 km/h vs 205 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

Svartpilen 801 has a modest listed weight advantage (181 kg vs 193 kg). 700CL-X SPORT has a lower listed seat height (79.5 cm vs 82 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT?

CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT is listed at 223 km/h (139 mph) vs 205 km/h (127 mph) for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.

Which has more horsepower, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT?

Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 has 105 hp compared with 74 hp on the CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT.

Which is lighter, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT?

Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 is lighter at 181 kg vs 193 kg for CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT.

Which is better, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or CF MOTO 700CL-X SPORT?

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.