Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 vs KSR TW 125 SM (2021)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna Svartpilen 125KSR TW 125 SM
Model year20212021
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp11 hp
Weight146 kg138 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ByBre, opposed four-piston caliper. ABS.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ByBre, single-piston, floating caliper. ABS.Single disc
Tires120/70-17 / 130/60-17 100/80-17 / 130/70-17

Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 vs KSR TW 125 SM — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 and the KSR TW 125 SM usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 brings 15 hp in a 146 kg package, while the KSR TW 125 SM counters with 11 hp at 138 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: