I love the look of the rack! Never once thought about removing it. Svartpilen is supposed to look more rugged, adventurous and 'off road' compared to the Vit. The rack I think compliments that feel nicely
The collapsable bag is a good idea but for me I'd rather store a rain poncho and my bike lock under the seat. I look it as what am I going to use more, a bag or rain poncho and a bike lock? I'll use the lock everyday and depending on the season I might use the poncho everyday too. If I need a bag, I'll wear a backpack.
Thanks for the ideas. Got my Svartpilen 401 this past week and these are helpful. You can add more bags as you say, but the specs for the bag carrier limits weight capacity to 11 lbs. Just wanted to point that out.
Hey Malt, would you recommend this for a beginner bike? I really love the looks of the Svartpilen. I'm 6' and weigh 185lbs (possibly going back to 210lbs for bulk). Is there a way to add saddlebags on it? I love the bike but I can't seem to find mods to fit saddlebags on it. Also, can it do a little offroading?
I am about 6.1' and I think I will also try 401 svart. As far as I have seen in other videos Svart 401 is great for some little offroad. Let me know if you bought this bike and how do you feel about it!
Thanks for the suggestions. I was too practical to remove the rack-I stared at it for a few weeks before I ordered a bag. I now use the $60 Husky enduro bag on it. I keep a water, crappy burner phone, and trail mix. You inspired me to put a collapsible bag under the seat for post office visits.
Exactly what I've done. I attend rallies with camping gear, no worries. Add additional Rok straps to the rear if travelling light and lovely jubly, you're sorted.
One of the things that attracts me to this bike is the tank rack. To me it says, "I'm not pretending to be an ADV but you can still carry more than your wallet." I'm not looking for panniers but do wonder: Could a super slim bag be lashed to the trellis frame, or would that lead to despair?
Something I have done on most of my bikes is to buy a couple of high tensile bolts where the threads stop a inch below the head and put a nylon locknut on the inside.
Thanks for this video. Have a Question about your back handle grip on the seat "I don't know how it calls" on the Svartpilen. where did you buy that grip?
Yeah, I was recording this when I was hearing about all the crazy restrictive things TH-cam was doing and didn't want to risk anything happening with how small my channel is.
Im in the research a bike phase still. So havnt got one of these bikes yet but definetly considering it. Im on a klx140g right now and limited where i can legally go and limited by speed as well cause it tops at about 55-60. I also live in southern wv so windy/curvey roads/light gravel/trails. If i am to get one, that first tip seems very helpful and likely will do that.
THX - it has been usefull, I actually was able to fit a small military first aid kid under a sit, you never know when you can encounter someone wounded on your trips.
Re hack#2… Why would you have to remove the license late mount to use a paddock stand, or use cheap bolts? Doesn’t the bike come with threaded holes for spools?
Assuming it has the tank rack, the first hack would work, the second hack might work BUT it'll almost certainly be a different sized bolt, so check at a hardware store to compare bolts, the thirds hack is all helmet/goggle dependent, and the last hack should work, but I don't know how much space will be under the seat.
You're not gonna like this answer... but the 2018-2019 exhausts are already mounted around the side rather an under the engine, so I didn't have to deal with that issue. Sorry, I don't have an answer for the newer model years
@@malt8810 As a non-rider, can you tell me what's the noise from if your ears are already covered by a helmet? Wind roar? Traffic? The voices in my head? I'm wanting to start picking up some gear while I save for a bike that dealers never have in stock. I'm an eyeglasses wearer and might not want the extra step of dealing with goggles. Thanks.
@@thenexthobby Helmet does cover your ears, but the visor of a standard helmet makes wind flow around the helmet and not "through" it which decreases noise significantly. For noise difference reference, imagine being in a car with closed windows and windows opened: not a big deal, when riding slowly in town, however super annoying when on a highway. As an eyeglasses wearer myself, definitely suggest buying a standard/modular helmet with usual vizor. Also, a lot of manufacturers create small "deepenings" for easier glasses fit. I have those in my HJC helmet. Anyway, definitely try helmet with your glasses before buying. Welcome to the moto community:)
@@pashachernookiy2124 Thanks Pasha for the warm welcome. I just got delivered a Biltwell Gringo S (I have no bike dealers near me.) It's full-face with visor, but without all the air ducts. The visor does not seal against the opening when closed but my riding will just be putzing around town; no freeway usage. Using their online sizing suggestions I took a chance and it fits nice and snug without any perceivable pain points as far as I can tell. Boots and gloves from elsewhere were a bit less successful in sizing ... my eyeglasses seem to fit well with it also. I'll know in a few weeks how it all goes tother once I get my license and my old bike is up and running.
I love the look of the rack! Never once thought about removing it. Svartpilen is supposed to look more rugged, adventurous and 'off road' compared to the Vit. The rack I think compliments that feel nicely
Took off the luggage rack day one. Found a milwaukee drill in the middle of the road yesterday and had to ride home with it in my jacket pocket.
Thanks for sharing!
The collapsable bag is a good idea but for me I'd rather store a rain poncho and my bike lock under the seat. I look it as what am I going to use more, a bag or rain poncho and a bike lock? I'll use the lock everyday and depending on the season I might use the poncho everyday too. If I need a bag, I'll wear a backpack.
i love the idea of a military-look molle bags for the tank. was just doing a search for people who have done it.
Thanks for the ideas. Got my Svartpilen 401 this past week and these are helpful. You can add more bags as you say, but the specs for the bag carrier limits weight capacity to 11 lbs. Just wanted to point that out.
Good to know! I missed that detail
Hey Malt, would you recommend this for a beginner bike? I really love the looks of the Svartpilen. I'm 6' and weigh 185lbs (possibly going back to 210lbs for bulk). Is there a way to add saddlebags on it? I love the bike but I can't seem to find mods to fit saddlebags on it. Also, can it do a little offroading?
I am about 6.1' and I think I will also try 401 svart. As far as I have seen in other videos Svart 401 is great for some little offroad.
Let me know if you bought this bike and how do you feel about it!
check out mosko bags, they are pretty much universal
Thanks for the suggestions. I was too practical to remove the rack-I stared at it for a few weeks before I ordered a bag. I now use the $60 Husky enduro bag on it. I keep a water, crappy burner phone, and trail mix. You inspired me to put a collapsible bag under the seat for post office visits.
Glad it was helpful!
Exactly what I've done. I attend rallies with camping gear, no worries. Add additional Rok straps to the rear if travelling light and lovely jubly, you're sorted.
12 pack 'beverage' under a seat????? 👍
Woah! Not quite: You can fit that pack-able bag under the seat that can unfold to carry the drinks
Awesome hacks! I already have my savarpilen 401 and this is gonna be helpful! GRACIAS AMIGO!!!
Glad to help!
Cool I'm gonna pick up a svartpilen soon!
One of the things that attracts me to this bike is the tank rack. To me it says, "I'm not pretending to be an ADV but you can still carry more than your wallet." I'm not looking for panniers but do wonder: Could a super slim bag be lashed to the trellis frame, or would that lead to despair?
Do like your recommendations. I planning to buy a Swart/Viti pilen 401, just I have to deal with the STF
Something I have done on most of my bikes is to buy a couple of high tensile bolts where the threads stop a inch below the head and put a nylon locknut on the inside.
Thanks for this video.
Have a Question about your back handle grip on the seat "I don't know how it calls" on the Svartpilen.
where did you buy that grip?
I didn't buy that actually. That's the stock grab bar. You can probably get one from a local Husqvarna dealer if you don't have one
Thanks
Just put a deposit down on a Svartpilen 401. How easy is it to access the battery terminals for, let's say, a battery tender lead?
Super easy: Pop the seat off and you're already looking right at the battery.
@@malt8810 It was quite the relief when I saw it. Easy install.
You know its not illegal to talk about drinking beer right?
Yeah, I was recording this when I was hearing about all the crazy restrictive things TH-cam was doing and didn't want to risk anything happening with how small my channel is.
Thanks for this video!! I own a svart 401 for almost 5 months now. These are great hacks indeed.
But then you can't use the cup holders on the tank...
Dang, you got me there
Im in the research a bike phase still. So havnt got one of these bikes yet but definetly considering it. Im on a klx140g right now and limited where i can legally go and limited by speed as well cause it tops at about 55-60. I also live in southern wv so windy/curvey roads/light gravel/trails. If i am to get one, that first tip seems very helpful and likely will do that.
THX - it has been usefull, I actually was able to fit a small military first aid kid under a sit, you never know when you can encounter someone wounded on your trips.
Hey man, what do you recommend for intercom? I want to ride with my wife and be able to communicate while riding. Thanks!
Why did you change back your mirrors to the standard ones? :)
I really need to find a rear rack solution. Everything i find is from overseas with expensive shipping and lackluster durability
Re hack#2… Why would you have to remove the license late mount to use a paddock stand, or use cheap bolts? Doesn’t the bike come with threaded holes for spools?
what about the 250. can i do the same hacks with it?
Assuming it has the tank rack, the first hack would work, the second hack might work BUT it'll almost certainly be a different sized bolt, so check at a hardware store to compare bolts, the thirds hack is all helmet/goggle dependent, and the last hack should work, but I don't know how much space will be under the seat.
Maybe another one about the cheapest/easiest mid or high exhaust to get to increase the clearance?
You're not gonna like this answer... but the 2018-2019 exhausts are already mounted around the side rather an under the engine, so I didn't have to deal with that issue. Sorry, I don't have an answer for the newer model years
Buy the 2019 exhaust system for 2020's and newer. Cover in heat wrap for heat control.👍
I don't even have a Svartpilen but learned what to do if I get one! Also helmet hack worth the view .
Great info thanks. I'm really enjoying my Svartpilen
Excellent advice and suggestions, In my opinion.
can you please link to the mirrors? and if you recommend
Thanks for the video
Sweet video. Love the idea of keeping the collapsible bag under the seat for emergencies. 👍🏻👍🏻
Glad it was helpful! Thanks!
Appreciated^^
please do another one. I got the Svartpilen for only couple of months now and would like to know more hacks!
Sadly... I don't know any other hacks... most of my ideas are just bad. These were just 4 that happened to actually work!
Great info. Thinking of getting one
Isn't it very noisy in a open face helmet ?
I always ride with earplugs or noise isolating earbuds anyways, but yes; this will make everything quite a bit louder
@@malt8810 As a non-rider, can you tell me what's the noise from if your ears are already covered by a helmet? Wind roar? Traffic? The voices in my head? I'm wanting to start picking up some gear while I save for a bike that dealers never have in stock. I'm an eyeglasses wearer and might not want the extra step of dealing with goggles. Thanks.
@@thenexthobby Helmet does cover your ears, but the visor of a standard helmet makes wind flow around the helmet and not "through" it which decreases noise significantly. For noise difference reference, imagine being in a car with closed windows and windows opened: not a big deal, when riding slowly in town, however super annoying when on a highway. As an eyeglasses wearer myself, definitely suggest buying a standard/modular helmet with usual vizor. Also, a lot of manufacturers create small "deepenings" for easier glasses fit. I have those in my HJC helmet. Anyway, definitely try helmet with your glasses before buying. Welcome to the moto community:)
@@pashachernookiy2124 Thanks Pasha for the warm welcome. I just got delivered a Biltwell Gringo S (I have no bike dealers near me.) It's full-face with visor, but without all the air ducts. The visor does not seal against the opening when closed but my riding will just be putzing around town; no freeway usage.
Using their online sizing suggestions I took a chance and it fits nice and snug without any perceivable pain points as far as I can tell. Boots and gloves from elsewhere were a bit less successful in sizing ... my eyeglasses seem to fit well with it also. I'll know in a few weeks how it all goes tother once I get my license and my old bike is up and running.
thanks for this
No worries!
Helmet brand name
Bell. Full model in the description
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