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Svartpilen 250 2025

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On busy urban streets, the Svartpilen 250 rules the road. With its punchy new motor housed inside a lightweight chassis, reactive handling is assured, making navigating through cities an exciting affair. The confidence-inspiring, upright riding position ensures a commanding view of the road as you anticipate your next manoeuvre. This modern motorcycle is instantly recognisable thanks to its dark and distinctive blend of colours, which reflects the Swedish heritage of the brand.
On busy urban streets, the Svartpilen 250 rules the road. With its punchy new motor housed inside a lightweight chassis, reactive handling is assured, making navigating through cities an exciting affair. The confidence-inspiring, upright riding position ensures a commanding view of the road as you anticipate your next manoeuvre. This modern motorcycle is instantly recognisable thanks to its dark and distinctive blend of colours, which reflects the Swedish heritage of the brand.
The lines

01. The lines

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Exterior

A unique appearance is created through the authentic mix of both classic and modern design. Lightweight and narrow bodywork curves tightly around the chassis enabling seamless rider movements while the machine's dark demeanour, rugged tyres, ...
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Lights

Front and rear LED lights offer improved illumination, particularly in low-light conditions. By using the latest LED technology for advanced lighting performance and enhanced visibility, riding through urban environments is safer for both th ...
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Handlebar

Offroad style handlebars and risers are fitted together with stylish, forged aluminium triple clamps. In keeping with the minimalistic look of the authentic design, the handlebar-mounted dashboard is a large 5'' TFT display, which shows esse ...
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Tank

The perfectly formed, 13-litre fuel tank features a standard luggage rack, which allows riders to conveniently carry their belongings for added practicality. Contributing to the rugged look of the urban explorer, the tank cover seamlessly bl ...
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Seat

A low-profile seat ensures accessibility at 820mm of seat height and blends neatly into the overall design. It is covered using a mixture of high-quality materials for superior comfort and durability. A pillion grab handle is also fitted as ...
The thrill

02. The thrill

The thrill
The thrill

Single cylinder

Powering the Svartpilen 250 is a remarkable, single-cylinder SOHC engine that is engineered with fewer components, and lighter, when compared to the previous generation. Remarkably compact, the modern engine offers improved weight distributi ...
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Easy Shift

Easy Shift ensures all gear changes are as smooth as possible. Once the EMS registers movement on the gear lever, it momentarily limits power, which ensures smooth gear changes. For a simplified riding experience, the clutch is not needed wh ...
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Brakes

The Svartpilen 250 is fitted with hydraulic ByBre brake calipers together with a 320 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc. A state-of-the-art Bosch ABS system ensures the highest levels of safety in varying conditions and includes a Supermot ...
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Ride modes

The Svartpilen 250 is equipped with multiple electronic rider aids to improve its usability. The ride modes offer two power settings - Street and Rain. Street is engaged as standard while Rain can be activated in adverse weather conditions f ...
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Exhaust

Fully redesigned and carefully assembled, the exhaust system meets EURO 5+ regulations thanks to its double catalyser system. Made from high-strength steel, the exhaust offers a considerable weight reduction of two kilograms when compared to ...
The feeling

03. The feeling

The feeling
The feeling

Frame

The steel trellis frame is fundamental to the character and agility of the Svartpilen 250. Hydro-formed tubes are neatly robot welded together to create a frame that is not only strong, but low in weight. This assembly process delivers nimbl ...
The feeling

Suspension

The WP suspension on the Svartpilen 250 is manufactured with the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship. At the front, the WP APEX forks are 43mm in diameter for dynamic handling and offer 150 mm of travel. At the rear, the shock offers ...
The feeling

Ergonomics

Revised ergonomics ensure an enhanced riding experience. A slightly longer wheelbase improves stability without sacrificing agility while the 15mm lower seat height places the rider closer to the centre of gravity. Together with a revised tr ...
The feeling

Wheels and tyres

The 17" cast alloy wheels are a design highlight of the Svartpilen 250 and feature a six-spoke aero design. Offering style, strength, and stability, the wheels are robust and reliable. MRF REVZ-C tyres are fitted as they offer predictability ...
The feeling

Swingarm

To accommodate the relocated off-centre WP shock the, cast aluminium swingarm is completely redesigned. Offering carefully calculated rigidity for improved stability and predictable handling, the curvature of the swingarm not only creates a ...
The tech

04. The tech

The tech
The tech

Connectivity

With the Connectivity Unit fitted as standard, the Svartpilen 250 provides riders with various functions to enhance their riding experience. With a smartphone connected via Bluetooth, incoming calls can be answered, music can be played, and ...
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LCD dashboard

The 5" dashboard with an LCD screen shows vital information to riders. The travelling speed, fuel level, and the selected gear are all clearly displayed and visible at a glance. It is controlled by the backlight switch cubes on the left end ...
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Service

The engine layout leads to improved performance, reliability, and serviceability. All filters are conveniently located on the same side of the engine to speed up and simplify routine maintenance. Thanks to the advanced engineering techniques ...

Technical Details

Engine

  • Primary drive 27:76
  • Transmission 6-speed
  • Cooling Liquid cooled
  • Secondary gear ratio 14:45
  • Power in KW 23 kW
  • Starter Electric starter
  • Stroke 61.2 mm
  • Bore 72 mm
  • CO2 emissions 63.5 g/km
  • Compression ratio 12.4
  • Displacement 249.1 cm³
  • EMS Bosch EMS with RBW
  • Design 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
  • Fuel-mixture generation Dell`Orto EFI (Throttle body 38mm)
  • Lubrication Wet sump

Chassis

  • Weight (without fuel) 154 kg
  • Tank capacity (approx.) 13 l
  • Wheelbase 1368 mm
  • Front brake disc diameter 320 mm
  • Rear brake disc diameter 240 mm
  • Front brake ByBre, opposed four-piston caliper, brake disc
  • Rear brake ByBre, twin-piston, floating caliper, brake disc
  • Chain 520 X-Ring
  • Frame design Steel trellis frame, powder coated
  • Front suspension WP APEX 43
  • Ground clearance 180 mm
  • Handlebar STEEL
  • Rear suspension WP APEX - Monoshock
  • Seat height 820 mm
  • Silencer Stainless steel silencer with regulated catalytic converter
  • Steering head angle 66 °
  • Rear subframe design Steel trellis frame, powder coated
  • Suspension travel (front) 150 mm
  • Suspension travel (rear) 150 mm
  • Tyre dimensions (front/rear) 1
  • Wheels 3 x 17"; 4 x 17"
  • Wheels Cast aluminium wheels