Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 to be Sold with Apollo Tyres and Not Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR, Here's Why
India, April 5 -- Husqvarna launched the Svartpilen 401 in India this January for Rs 2.92 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). At that time, the bike's premium Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR dual-purpose tyres were one of its main selling points. Sadly, the bike has now swapped its high-end Pirelli STRs for local Apollo tyres. While Husqvarna is yet to make a formal announcement, the units of the Svartpilen 401 reaching approved KTM/Husqvarna outlets with Apollo tyres give the nod to the change. According to market reports, Husqvarna's current move is prompted by a recent government rule that bans OEMs from importing tyres when a locally manufactured substitute in the same size is available. This action aims to help the local tyre makers and support the...
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