Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019 vs. KTM 690 Duke 2017

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2017

Overview - Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019 vs KTM 690 Duke 2017

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2017

Built for Adventure.

The TKC70 Rocks is built for the long haul and rocky trail.

Details

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019 compared to KTM 690 Duke 2017

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2017

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	102 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	84.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	72 Nm	Torque	70 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	12.6
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	693 ccm	Displacement	690 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	135 mm	Travel	135 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	135 mm	Travel	135 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	63.5 degree

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,434 mm	Wheelbase	1,466 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	157 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	149.5 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2019

The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is still a true highlight among light, handy motorbikes because of its unrivalled characteristics. Its appearance is unique and the technology under the pretty design is also impressive. The combination of 75 hp from the well-known single-cylinder, paired with a superbly shifting quickshifter, creates an insane amount of joy on the road. However, the engine needs revs and the seating position will not please everyone. The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is therefore a motorbike that you have to get completely involved with. If you can do that, a lot of fun is guaranteed.

fantastic design

powerful engine

quickshifter with blipper function

high-quality chassis

sporty seating position

low weight

Uncomfortable seating position

must be driven above 3000 revs

rather uncomfortable on long journeys.