Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque125 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,513 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

During the test in the USA, the Husqvarna was exposed to probably the toughest test conditions. The tour led through deserts, up high mountains and through scorching hot valleys. Highways as well as hectic city traffic had to be negotiated. In the end, the Norden 901 proved to be a likeable, reliable and thoroughly successful adventure motorbike that is a pleasure to travel with.

Great engine with high practicality

Great engine response

Linear rev range

Hardly any vibrations in the saddle

High-quality electronics package

High level of travel comfort

Pleasantly tuned chassis

Accessible but at the same time exciting character

Good wind and weather protection

Tough

Reliable even on long tours

Unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds

Unsteady engine running after cold start

Low flywheel mass, keeps dying off

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Husqvarna Norden 901

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Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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