2018 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 vs 2018 Yamaha XSR700 - Drag Race

Numbers are one thing, actual performance is another. We thought since we take a lot of bikes to the strip to see how fast they go, we’d show you what it looks like when they face off. Keep in mind that the numbers we’re showing are recorded via GPS tracking with one rider—the video is just to show you what it looks like. Got a face off you want to see? Drop it in the comments section and we’ll try to make it happen. These bikes by the numbers: HUSQVARNA VITPILEN 701: Base Price: $11,999 Displacement: 693cc Measured Weight: 362 lb. (164 kg) Fuel Capacity: 3.17 gal. (12L) Seat Height: 34.2 in. (870mm) Measured Horsepower: 71.0 @ 8200 rpm Measured Torque: 51.0 lb.-ft. @ 6750 rpm YAMAHA XSR700: Base Price: $8,499 Displacement: 689cc Claimed Weight: 410 lb. (186 kg) Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. (14L) Seat Height: 32.9 in. (835mm) Measured Horsepower: 67.9 @ 8790 rpm Measured Torque: 47.5 lb.-ft. @ 6490 rpm