Pitster Pro XJR 125 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Pitster Pro XJR 125stacks up against the Husqvarna Svartpilen 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPitster Pro XJR 125Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
Model year20222021
Price$1,649
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Weight66 kg146 kg
Seat height30 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity0.8 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ByBre, opposed four-piston caliper. ABS.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ByBre, single-piston, floating caliper. ABS.
Tires2.50-14 / 1.85-12 120/70-17 / 130/60-17

Pitster Pro XJR 125 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Pitster Pro XJR 125 and the Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Pitster Pro XJR 125 brings its published horsepower in a 66 kg package, while the Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 counters with 15 hp at 146 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: