Update - The India-spec Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 has been spied testing on a video by YouTuber 'K9IGHT RIDER INDIA'. According to the YouTuber, the test mule had a minor accident, which resulted in a broken right-side mirror and scratches on the exhaust.
17 January 2019 -
The India-spec Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 cafe racer has been spied testing once again in India.
Unlike the global model, which comes equipped with wire-spoke wheels, the India-spec Husqvarna Vitpilen features orange alloy wheels from the KTM 390 Duke. Furthermore, the test mule is also equipped with a rear grab rail. The Vitpilen 401 is a modern cafe racer that adopts a radical design philosophy. According to a report dated 26 December, the launch of the Vitpilen 401 has been delayed to 2020.
A report from November 2018 suggested that the Husqvarna 401 twins will initially be imported in India. The Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 is underpinned by a steel trellis chassis and a slightly modified rear sub-frame that is borrowed from the 390 Duke. The motorcycle features a round LED headlamp with a fully-digital instrument console on top of it. The cafe racer aesthetics are highlighted by low-set clip-on handlebars and rear-set footpegs. The aggressive ergonomics lends a sporty character to the cafe racer.
Powering the Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 is a 373.2cc, DOHC, 4-valve, liquid-cooled motor with fuel injection that is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, along with a standard PASC slipper clutch. The engine develops 44 PS of maximum power and 37 Nm of peak torque. Rider aids include a ride-by-wire throttle system, which should offer a linear power delivery.
Also Read: Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 spied in India yet again
Braking performance is handled by disc brakes at both the ends with radially mounted callipers and sintered brake pads. Suspension duties are handled by open-cartridge dual function WP USD forks up front and a preload adjustable rear WP mono-shock. The Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 will be positioned as a premium offering as compared to its KTM counterparts. We expect the motorcycle to be priced around INR 2.60 lakh (ex-showroom).
