If straight-line speed is your priority, the SV650X takes the lead. With 28 HP more than the Vitpilen 401, it offers a more spirited ride that will be noticeable on highway overtakes or track days. Riders with a shorter inseam should lean towards the SV650X. Its seat height is 30mm lower than the Vitpilen 401, making it much easier to flat-foot at stoplights and increasing confidence during stops.
| Spec | Vitpilen 401 | SV650X |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 398.6 | 645 |
| Power | 45 | 73 |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 0 | 200 |
| Seat height | 820 | 790 |