Husqvarna Norden 901 VS Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition | BFD Moto
Husqvarna Norden 901 VS Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition | BFD Moto
With the release of the new 2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition, we wanted to provide some insight on what is new with this incredible bike! The regular Norden 901 has been making waves in the adventure touring segment and the Expedition is the next level for dual purpose off-road motorcycle riding!
What Is The Norden 901 Expedition?
The Norden 901 Expedition is an exceptional evolution of the pioneering Norden 901. Built to take on global adventures straight from the showroom, this technically enhanced touring machine is equipped with all the components needed to discover new worlds. Characterized by its striking color scheme, the Norden 901 Expedition is built for pioneers. Start exploring today.
Norden 901 VS Norden 901 Expedition: What's New?
The Expedition comes with a nice list of upgrades and extras including suspension closer to the KTM 890 Adventure R (yet to confirm valving specs) See below for the differences between the standard 901 Norden and the new Norden 901 Expedition models.
-Special Expedition Graphics
-48MM WP XPLOR Forks With 240MM of Travel
-Heavy Duty Aluminum Skid Plate
-Higher Touring Windshield
-Heated Rider Seat and Grips
-Center Stand
-GPS Mounts + Connectivity Unit
-Explore Mode Standard
-36 Liter Side Bags + Rack
Technical Highlights:
- WP XPLOR suspension offers longer travel (240 mm) and full adjustability
- Heated grips and rider seat for cold weather comfort integrated into dashboard (less bar space being used up with controllers)
- Touring Windshield for reduced fatigue on extended rides to block more wind and elements.
- Removable Side Bag Set offers convenient soft storage
- Centre Stand for easier maintenance
- Heavy duty Skid Plate for complete protection of tank and engine
- Connectivity Unit provides Turn-by-Turn+ navigation, Call-In, Call-Out, and music selection from the rider’s smartphone
- Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles app available from Apple AppStore and Google Playstore
- Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame with engine as stressed member
- 889 cc parallel-twin engine with 105 hp peak power and 100 Nm of torque
- Four selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Offroad, Explorer)
- Cutting-edge, switchable cornering ABS with Offroad mode
- Easy Shift function
- Cruise Control (standard equipment both models)
- Auxiliary Lights
- Cornering-sensitive traction control allows for nine levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Explorer mode)
- Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC)
- Tubeless spoked wheels in offroad dimensions and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres for maximum performance on the street and offroad
- Large capacity 19-litre fuel tank provides an extended range of up to 400 km