Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R
Two naked bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | HusqvarnaSvartpilen 401 | KTM1390 Super Duke R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC | LC8 75 degree V-twin, liquid cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement | 398.7 cc | 1350 cc |
| Power | 45 hp at 8,500 rpm | 190 hp at 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 39 Nm at 7,000 rpm | 145 Nm at 8,000 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.27 hp/kg | 0.90 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 169 kg | 212 kg |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge, 150 mm | WP APEX 48 mm split function, 125 mm |
| Front adjustability | Compression and rebound | Fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX monoshock, 150 mm | WP APEX monoshock, 140 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Preload and rebound | Fully adjustable |
| Front brake | 320 mm, radial 4-piston | 320 mm, monobloc 4-piston |
| ABS | Cornering ABS | Cornering ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 820 mm | 834 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1368 mm | 1497 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 17.5 L |
| Claimed consumption | 3.5 L/100 km | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 371 km | 297 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €6,349 | €21,999 |
| Service interval | 10,000 km | 15,000 km |
| Valve check | 20,000 km | 30,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | TFT | TFT |
| Ride modes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise control | Not available | Optional |
| Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
The KTM 1390 Super Duke R wins this comparison clearly, 60.5 points to 57.4.
The gap of 3.1 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the 1390 Super Duke R takes 2.3 points out of the Svartpilen 401. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the 1390 Super Duke R is the quicker machine: 190 hp and 145 Nm moving 212 kg, against 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 169 kg for the Svartpilen 401. That is 0.90 hp per kilo playing 0.27.
The Svartpilen 401 costs €6,349, which leaves €15,650 in your pocket against the 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the Svartpilen 401 and 15,000 km on the 1390 Super Duke R.
Better for city and commuting
Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
A 820 mm seat, 371 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
KTM 1390 Super Duke R
190 hp pushing 212 kg with WP APEX 48 mm split function up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
KTM 1390 Super Duke R
297 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 Svartpilen 401 or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
- The KTM 1390 Super Duke R. It carries 0.90 hp per kilo (190 hp, 212 kg wet) against 0.27 hp per kilo for the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 (45 hp, 169 kg).
- Is the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 cheaper than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
- The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 is cheaper at €6,349 list, €15,650 less than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401. Its 820 mm seat is 14 mm lower than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R, and at 169 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
- Which has better technology, the Svartpilen 401 or the 1390 Super Duke R?
- The KTM 1390 Super Duke R, which scores 9.5 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter and phone connectivity. The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 counters with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter and phone connectivity.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401: 371 km from its 13 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 297 km for the KTM 1390 Super Duke R.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The KTM 1390 Super Duke R, scoring 60.5 of 100 against 57.4 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.
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