Husqvarna 701 Enduro specs: can you green lane it?
The Husqvarna 701 Enduro weighs 166kg wet, has a seat height of 935mm and 265mm of ground clearance, and makes 79hp. Expect about 55 mpg, for a range of around 165 miles from its 13.5-litre tank.
8/10
Holloway Green Lane Score
Precise, powerful and beautifully balanced off-road thanks to its rear-mounted tank, though the tall seat and lack of wind protection make winter road miles tough. Rider ability, terrain, weather and tyre choice still move the real answer more than the bike alone does.
Four separate scores, not one blended number, so you can see what's actually driving it.
Beginner friendliness
4/5
Road usability
3/5
Technical off-road capability
4/5
Green-lane suitability
4/5
Full specs
Price (new, OTR)£11,999
Engine693cc
Power79hp
Torque73Nm
Weight (wet)166kg
Seat height935mm
Fuel tank13.5L
Real-world range~165 mi
Economy~55 mpg
Wheels (f/r)21" / 18"
Ground clearance265mm
Suspension travel (f/r)265mm / 250mm
ABSYes
Traction controlYes
Ride modesYes
Service interval6,200 miles
Licence requiredA
Stock tyre sizes (f/r)90/90-21 / 140/80-18
Where the Husqvarna 701 Enduro sits
Wet weight against ground clearance for every bike in the finder that publishes both. Light and tall, top left, is where the easiest green lane bikes sit. Tap a dot to open that bike.
Figures are manufacturer claims. Clearance is measured differently by different makers, so treat small gaps as a draw.
Will your feet reach?
The Husqvarna 701 Enduro has a 935mm seat. Enter your inside leg for a rough idea of how much foot you'll get down when stopped.
A rough guide only. A wide seat needs more leg than a narrow one, the suspension settles 20 to 40mm under you, and boots add a little. Many bikes offer a low seat or lowering link. Sit on one before you buy.
Range against similar bikes
Real-world range from tank size and typical economy, against the bikes closest to it in weight and type. Out on the lanes, fuel stops are often further apart than on a road ride.
Range only. Hard off-road riding and headwinds use more fuel, so plan fuel stops with margin.
Tyres that fit the Husqvarna 701 Enduro
It runs a 90/90-21 front and a 140/80-18 rear. 43 tyres in our Tyre Finder are made in at least one of those sizes, ranked by green lane score.
Sizes are for the standard UK model and can change between model years. Check the size on your own tyre sidewall, and ask your dealer before fitting a different size. Our size lists come from maker and retailer listings and can miss sizes, so a tyre shown for one end may still be made in your other size. Check the maker's size chart.
Owners celebrate the 701 Enduro for its exceptional balance and precision. Riders frequently note that housing the fuel cell in the rear subframe gives the front wheel a featherlight, highly accurate feel in tight single-track and ruts. While owners praise its monster single-cylinder power and WP damping, they consistently mention that the tall 925mm seat and lack of wind protection make winter road links hard work.
Pros for green laning
Mass-centralised rear fuel cell: the self-supporting polyamide rear subframe houses the 13.5-litre tank, giving exceptionally light, flickable front-end steering.
High-performance 74hp engine: monster single-cylinder output provides effortless overtakes on tarmac links and relentless drive up loose rocky ascents.
Premium WP XPLOR damping: 250mm front and rear suspension travel with 270mm ground clearance absorbs deep washouts and rock steps without deflection.
Top-spec brakes and electronics: features switchable Offroad ABS, lean-angle sensitive traction control, and dual engine maps for dry or slippery trails.
Cons and limitations
925mm seat height: high seat height requires deliberate footing choices when stopping in rutted, off-camber terrain.
Zero standard wind protection: the minimalist enduro headlight cowl offers no wind deflection, making winter dual-carriageway transits cold and tiring.
Limited rear luggage capacity: the plastic fuel-tank subframe requires specialised luggage racks to carry heavy camping kit without stressing mounting points.
Gearing compromise: wide ratio 6-speed box requires careful sprocket choice to balance ultra-slow technical hill crawling against relaxed 70mph motorway cruising.
Based on manufacturer specifications and independent motorcycle press reviews.
Remember: a rank here assumes reasonable stock tyres and a competent rider in decent conditions. The right tyres, or the wrong weather, can move a lane from easy to genuinely hard regardless of what bike you're on. Check a lane's own difficulty and hazards on the map before you go, don't rely on a bike score alone.
Find where to actually ride it
Browse legal green lanes and byways across England and Wales, filtered by difficulty, on Holloway's map.
