Checked out the Husqvarna Svartpilen 250: Thoughts on design & seating

This does look like a proper 400cc class motorcycle

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I got a chance to try out one of the new Huskys for size. Though this was the 250 and not the 401, I was keen to see what the bike looks like and whether KTM has actually made it comfortable for tall riders, this time around. The good news is that the Huskys have finally shed their Honey I Shrunk The Motorcycle tag. This does look like a proper 400cc class motorcycle! Tall riders wont have a problem with finding a comfortable seating position on the Husky 250 and 401.

Before I forget, those rear view mirrors are gargantuan! And you cant not see the Honda similarities in the headlight design.

If KTM hadnt thrown out the IMU based electronics, the Husky 401 would have been a serious alternative to the manic Duke 399. At least the Husky 401 looks a lot more sophisticated than its KTM cousin.

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