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Allround · 2018

Vitpilen 401

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51 /100 Balanced
Power
75 HP
Torque
72 Nm
Engine
692 ccm

2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Husqvarna for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 utilizes a 692 cc (42.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 75 HP (54.7 kW) while maximum torque reaches 72 Nm (53.1 lb-ft) at 6,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 108.4 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

Within MotoLibrary's Husqvarna archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2018 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
108.4 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 692.0 ccm (42.23 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details KTM engine
Power 75.0 HP (54.7 kW))
Torque 72.0 Nm (7.3 kgf-m or 53.1 ft.lbs) @ 6750 RPM
Bore x Stroke 105.0 x 80.0 mm (4.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel System Injection
Ignition Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Slipper clutch
Performance
Exhaust Black
Chassis
Frame Type Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis
Front Suspension WP USD fork
Rear Suspension WP monoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc. ABS
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS
Rear Brake Ø 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Silver
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Intermediate
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All-Round & Adventure
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