
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 and the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 are two exciting options for urban travellers. The Guerrilla 450 is another contender in the 400cc segment, offering a retro-styled roadster looks. Available in three variants and 5 colours, the price ranges from Rs 2.39 lakh to Rs 2.54 lakh. Meanwhile, the Svartpilen 401 is based on the KTM 390 Duke, a powerful scrambler priced at Rs 2.70 lakh. This comparison will help you find the best-suited bike for your city tours and adventures.

Both bikes look like vintage motorcycles with a modern twist. The Guerrilla 450 features round headlights, a tear-shaped fuel tank, and a simple exterior. It comes in five colours: Smoke Silver, Playa Black, Gold Dip, Yellow Ribbon, and Brava Blue.
On the other hand, the Svartpilen 401 has a bold look with large tank extensions and a sharp body. It features round LED headlights, a flat back, and comes in a monochromatic black/grey colour.

Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 has a 452cc liquid-cooled engine with a 6-speed gearbox. It produces 40 horsepower @ 8,000 rpm and 40 Nm of torque @ 5,500 rpm.
On the contrary, its rival Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 comes with a smaller 399cc liquid-cooled engine. Despite its smaller size, it produces more power with 42.9 horsepower @ 9,000 rpm and 39 Nm of torque @ 7,000 rpm. Moreover, it also has a 6-speed gearbox for smoother acceleration.
So, the Guerrilla 450 has a bigger engine and slightly more torque, but the Svartpilen 401 is more powerful and revs higher.

| Feature | Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 | Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 |
| Instrumentation | Digi-analogue display with Tripper navigation (lower-spec), TFT console with turn-by-turn navigation, SMS and call alerts (higher-spec) | TFT display from 390 Duke |
| Riding Modes | Performance and Eco | Street and Rain |
| Electronic Aids | ABS, ride-by-wire throttle | Traction control, ABS, bi-directional quickshifter, Supermoto ABS, ride-by-wire throttle |
| Display | Four-inch TFT with Google Maps integration and Bluetooth connectivity | Five-inch TFT with optional Bluetooth connectivity |
| Other Features | LED lighting, USB-C charging port | Full LED lighting and adjustable suspension |
| Specification | Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 | Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 |
| Frame | Tubular Frame Using Engine as Stressed Member | New steel-trellis frame and subframe |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Linkage Type Monoshock | Front: Adjustable WP APEX USD forks Rear: WP APEX Monoshock, preload adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: 310mm Hydraulic Disc Rear: 270mm Hydraulic Disc ABS: Dual-channel | Front: 320mm disc Rear: 240mm disc ABS: Dual-channel |
| Wheels | 17-inch alloy wheels | 17-inch spoked wheels |
| Tyres | 120/70 front and 160/60 rear tubeless CEAT | 110/70 front and 150/60 rear tubed tyres |
| Kerb Weight | 185kg | 171 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1,440mm | 1,368mm |
| Seat Height | 780mm | 820mm |
| Ground Clearance | 169mm | 177mm |
The Guerrilla 450 is heavier and has a longer wheelbase, which might affect handling, but it offers a lower seat height, making it more accessible for shorter riders. The Svartpilen 401 is lighter and has a taller ground clearance, but its higher seat height might be a concern for some riders.
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