NEW DELHI: The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 is listed at Rs 2,97,741 ex-showroom Delhi on the brand's official booking page. Silver Grey is the displayed colour. That figure buys the scrambler-styled road motorcycle; registration, insurance and any selected accessories need to be accounted for separately when checking the final invoice.
| Official listing | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 |
| Displayed colour | Silver Grey |
| Ex-showroom Delhi price | Rs 2,97,741 |
| Engine displacement | 398.63 cc |
| Maximum torque | 39 Nm at 7,000 rpm |
| Gearbox | Six-speed |
| Front suspension | 43 mm WP APEX upside-down fork |
| Instrument display | 5-inch TFT |
Price as of 29 October 2026, 09:42 IST. The booking page supplies a single displayed price, so this is not a colour-by-colour price range. A payment instalment or booking deposit should also be kept separate from the motorcycle's ex-showroom amount.
A scrambler outline with road-bike proportions
Husqvarna positions the Svartpilen as an urban explorer with styling inspired by classic scramblers. Its appeal is specific: the upright stance, round lighting signature and compact bodywork give it a different visual character from an aggressively styled naked motorcycle. That distinction matters more here than simply choosing the largest engine within a budget.
The Indian launch material describes a steel trellis chassis, an aluminium swingarm and spoked 17-inch wheels. Those wheel dimensions help explain the machine's road-oriented proportions. Scrambler styling alone should not be read as a promise of the same obstacle clearance or wheel arrangement as a dedicated trail motorcycle.
In its original technical table, Bajaj specifies an 820 mm rider seat, 177 mm ground clearance and a 13.5-litre tank. These are useful reference points for understanding this generation's packaging. The launch document is historical background, while the current booking page is the source for the price quoted above.
What sits behind the appearance
The current Indian model page lists a liquid-cooled engine, ride-by-wire, Quickshifter+ and SuperMoto ABS. It also lists traction control. This makes the Svartpilen more than a styling exercise: its equipment addresses throttle operation, gear changes and braking as well as the look of the motorcycle.
The 5-inch TFT is another visible difference from a basic retro roadster. However, connectivity descriptions on the website are inconsistent: one specification mentions optional external Bluetooth connectivity, while another describes a standard connectivity unit. Connectivity hardware has therefore not been treated as a confirmed standard inclusion in this price.
For a rider using the bike on crowded urban roads, the practical question is how easily the controls, seat and handlebar position work together. A specification sheet cannot establish low-speed confidence, heat felt in traffic or comfort with a passenger. Those remain fit and use questions, rather than conclusions that can be drawn from displacement alone.
Where it fits among familiar Indian options
The Svartpilen occupies an interesting space between a visibly traditional roadster and a technology-heavy naked bike. Someone drawn to its restrained bodywork should still look closely at the modern controls underneath. Conversely, a rider looking only for electronic equipment may overlook how much of this model's identity comes from its stance and exposed chassis.
Our Scooter and bike price guide offers related context on a compact naked motorcycle. For a different approach to compact retro styling, see the KTM 160 Duke price list: Rs 1,70,545 to Rs 1,78,536 in Delhi. Readers comparing how electronic features are presented can also consult the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 price: Rs 1,37,640 to Rs 1,72,445 for every colour.
Keep the quote specific to this motorcycle
A useful written quotation should name the Svartpilen 401, its Silver Grey finish and the equipment supplied with the particular motorcycle. List accessories separately, especially if a display or connectivity feature is important to the intended use. That avoids treating an attractive headline price as a complete description of the delivered machine.
Official sources: Svartpilen booking price, Indian model details and original Indian launch specifications.
The model is especially distinctive when viewed as a complete package: the spoke wheels, exposed frame and upright body position belong together. Substituting a generic engine comparison would miss that point. For an Indian owner, understanding that package also means distinguishing the roadster underneath from the outdoor imagery used to present it.
