The Moto Ref

Husqvarna 701 Enduro vs Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

Enduro versus supermoto: different jobs, one garage space. Each bike is scored within its own class, the specs sit side by side, and the verdict still commits.

Husqvarna

701 Enduro

51.2

/ 100

vs

Husqvarna

701 Supermoto

57.1

/ 100

Winner

0 to 100 km/h

Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.

0.00 s

Husqvarna 701 Enduro0 km/h- s
701 Enduro
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto0 km/h- s
701 Supermoto

Points by category

Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated

Engine and performance

out of 25
701 Enduro
10.0
701 Supermoto
8.8

Handling and chassis

out of 20
701 Enduro
10.3
701 Supermoto
15.5

Value

out of 20
701 Enduro
13.3
701 Supermoto
11.8

Practicality

out of 15
701 Enduro
5.3
701 Supermoto
9.7

Technology

out of 10
701 Enduro
5.3
701 Supermoto
5.3

Reliability and ownership

out of 10
701 Enduro
7.0
701 Supermoto
6.0

Specs side by side

Full specification comparison: Husqvarna 701 Enduro versus Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
SpecHusqvarna701 EnduroHusqvarna701 Supermoto
Engine
EngineLC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHCLC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC
Displacement692.7 cc692.7 cc
Power74 hp at 8,000 rpm74 hp at 8,000 rpm
Torque73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Power to weight0.47 hp/kg0.47 hp/kg
Chassis
Wet weight158 kg157 kg
Front suspensionWP XPLOR 48 mm, 250 mmWP APEX 48 mm split function, 215 mm
Front adjustabilityFully adjustableFully adjustable
Rear suspensionWP XPLOR monoshock, 250 mmWP APEX monoshock, 240 mm
Rear adjustabilityFully adjustableFully adjustable
Front brake300 mm, axial 2-piston320 mm, radial 4-piston
ABSCornering ABSCornering ABS
Dimensions
Seat height935 mm890 mm
Wheelbase1504 mm1470 mm
Fuel capacity13 L13 L
Claimed consumption4.3 L/100 km4.1 L/100 km
Fuel range302 km317 km
Ownership
Price€12,149€12,349
Service interval10,000 km10,000 km
Valve check20,000 km20,000 km
Warranty2 years2 years
Equipment
DashLCDLCD
Ride modesNoNo
Traction controlYesYes
QuickshifterOptionalOptional
Cruise controlNot availableNot available
ConnectivityNoNo

Verdict

The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto wins this comparison clearly, 57.1 points to 51.2.

The gap of 5.9 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the 701 Supermoto takes 5.2 points out of the 701 Enduro. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 701 Supermoto is the quicker machine: 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg, against 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 158 kg for the 701 Enduro. That is 0.47 hp per kilo playing 0.47.

The 701 Enduro costs €12,149, which leaves €200 in your pocket against the 701 Supermoto at €12,349. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 701 Enduro and 10,000 km on the 701 Supermoto.

Better for city and commuting

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

A 890 mm seat, 317 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.

Better for weekend twisties

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

74 hp pushing 157 kg with WP APEX 48 mm split function up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.

Better for longer trips

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

317 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Husqvarna 701 Enduro or the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto?
The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.47 hp per kilo for the Husqvarna 701 Enduro (74 hp, 158 kg).
Is the Husqvarna 701 Enduro cheaper than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto?
The Husqvarna 701 Enduro is cheaper at €12,149 list, €200 less than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto at €12,349.
Which is better for shorter riders?
The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. Its 890 mm seat is 45 mm lower than the Husqvarna 701 Enduro, and at 157 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
Which has better technology, the 701 Enduro or the 701 Supermoto?
The Husqvarna 701 Enduro, which scores 5.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto counters with cornering ABS and traction control.
Which goes further on a tank?
The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto: 317 km from its 13 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 302 km for the Husqvarna 701 Enduro.
Which bike wins overall?
The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, scoring 57.1 of 100 against 51.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.

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