2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 - impromptu review and Initial first thoughts

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11 ай бұрын

This was an impromptu review I decided to do after just over two months of ownership. I'll do a more in-depth review once the summer ends.

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@legendairycake 3 күн бұрын

Really great points, I myself got bored with my MT07, got a Vitpilen 401 and I am having a blast every ride!

@miken8778 20 күн бұрын

Grabbin a svartpilen model in few months. Cant wait

@samuelhedley5944 6 ай бұрын

Great video bro! Been watching every video out there until I can get one. Your video by far has been the most informative, thorough and genuine review. Thank you 🙂👍

@yamahapilot 6 ай бұрын

Hey thanks. I’ve been riding my Vitpilen during winter and plan on doing another review in the spring. So far the bike has been solid and reliable.

@akashmn1037 10 ай бұрын

the white aventador cameo was nice .

@georgekrpan3181 6 ай бұрын

Love my '22 Vit 401. For sure, it's amazing looking, the apple of my eye. It's also good to ride. No problems in 3000 miles.

@Hellreign82 8 ай бұрын

Miss my 401 vit. I got the Huskie rear peg delete kit, opens the rear up nicely. Plus PUIG screen was a nice add on for wind. Also got a colour matched Zeiger engine guard for my 2018 (flouro yellow) The aggressive position got to me over time os - don't think the tyre profile on the vit will let you get rid of strips. dont' push too hard

@JamesD-qt8gz 12 күн бұрын

Bought one in April and couldn’t be happier except for those clip on bars I can’t wait to change them over to Svart bars. Edit: that colour is a nightmare to match btw.

@iggob 5 күн бұрын

I changed the bars from Svartpilen on my Vitpilen 401 and I am very satisfied. I wish you a lot of enjoyment on your bike when you get it.

@GreenGrid 10 ай бұрын

Scramlbers are the best! Beautiful bike!

@dr.johndoe1603 6 ай бұрын

Saving money to get mine in the summer, hopefully

@katsuya2742 Ай бұрын

Did you get it yet ?

@davidkim0678 10 ай бұрын

Heyy we got the same bike same dealer same time😂 thanks for the link to your fender eliminator ive beenn looking for one.

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

Hey, you're welcome. I actually just got a flat rear tire this past weekend. I live far from the dealership but thankfully a small independent shop near me had the tube in stock. Was nice not having to replace the tire.

@EricVuTran 6 ай бұрын

May i ask your opinion. Do you think a Suzuki GSX-S 750 is a good daily commuter for dense urban cities?

@user-gr3dk8vo6v 10 ай бұрын

Can you link the amazon fender kit? Got this bike this summer, its my first and its so much fun.

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

Sure. Here you go: REARACE Motorcycle Fender Eliminator - www.amazon.ca/dp/B0C55CN8PJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

@rostharan 11 ай бұрын

Did you get the easy shifter unlocked? I got it unlocked after break in at the dealer. It's only a line they have to find on their computer to unlock it, no extra hardware. Ride safe mate!

@yamahapilot 11 ай бұрын

Are you referring to the Quick Shifter? Yes, I have it but I get a quick shifter failure message once in a while. I don't use it much so not too bothered by it.

@steventasevski2117 8 ай бұрын

Hi mate, are you able to link/explain the mirror/bar mod you did please? So keen to get mine soon!

@yamahapilot 8 ай бұрын

Sure. It’s a pretty straight forward install. I like the rectangular design of the these. Suits the esthetic of the overall bike better than the round mirrors imo. Hopefully this link works. Good luck. a.co/d/b9pBfTq

@makra2077 5 ай бұрын

it eez what it eez

@kevrider 5 ай бұрын

interesting that you said you’ve a bunch of motorcycles and a lot of experience before getting the 401. i am the same way, if it get a vit401, it’ll be my 8th or 9th moto, but the lightest ever. would you pls clarify one thing for me… inner tubes or tubeless tires?

@yamahapilot 5 ай бұрын

As far as tubed vs tubeless, it actually took me a while to get used to tubed tires. The sidewalls are notably softer when compared to tubeless tires. So when you go over curbs entering a parking lot, or hit a pothole they flex much more than tubeless tyres. Almost feels like you’re going to bang your rim. That being said, I had a flat (from a nail) a few months ago and it was cheap to fix as I only had to get the tube replaced at not the tire itself. I definitely see the advantage of spoked wheels and tubed tyres for going off the beaten path as you might get air leaks from a damaged rim, but for asphalt I’d prefer tubeless. That being said, the spokes look awesome on this setup. Also, the bike's lightweight design and the slim 150 rear allows the bike to tip over very easily when leaning, which took some getting used to. The advantage though of the narrower tires is that the bike is very flickable and easy to manoeuvre, especially when going slow. I’m used to them now and like them. Anyhow, hope that helps man.

@susangsijapati5097 10 ай бұрын

What’s the tail bag that you use?

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

It's actually not a motorbike tail bag, it's a Parallax Messenger Bag from Triple Aught Design.

@meshplates 9 ай бұрын

I see a spot under the engine. Not a leak?

@yamahapilot 9 ай бұрын

I mentioned in the video that I started recording just after I washed my bike. So, it's not a leak.

@FnckEm-ue3sh 6 ай бұрын

Would you recommend this bike for beginners?

@yamahapilot 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely. It's a very light bike with more than enough power even for seasoned riders. You won't feel the need for more even after riding a while.

@FnckEm-ue3sh 6 ай бұрын

@@yamahapilot between Vitpilen 401 & BMW g310 R Which one would you recommend? Thanks

@chrissy.v 10 ай бұрын

How has reliability been for you?

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

The clutch lever has been loose since I bought it. It’s also stalled about four times shortly after beginning my ride, but I’m not sure if that’s bc it’s a single cylinder. I have noticed that if I keep the tank from going near empty, it’s doesn’t stall, tho I’m not sure if that’s related. And finding neutral when you come to a stop can sometimes be difficult. Other than that I’ve been riding it everyday for 3.5 months and it’s been reliable.

@Anthony-lm8fx 8 ай бұрын

@@yamahapilot order the fuelX lite my friend. It’ll solve the stalling issue.

@jonlee3081 7 ай бұрын

@@yamahapilotI had the same problem with mine finding neutral. Pulling the clutch lever all the way to the handlebar cured the problem.

@keevin 10 ай бұрын

It is what it is ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

Haha.. yeah, everyone in my family says that a lot.

@keevin 10 ай бұрын

@@yamahapilot great review dude! I’m currently trying to decide between the Vit and svart and your review was helpful

@yamahapilot 10 ай бұрын

@@keevinGood to hear it helped. I was actually considering a Smart, but when I saw them both in person I felt more comfortable on the Vit. Probably bc I have a sport bike background and prefer the lower clip-ons as opposed to upright handlebars. Also, I doubt I will ever go off-road which is better suited for the Svart. I only ride on pavement and prefer the better traction of the sport tyres.