Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer unique features and capabilities.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 has a larger displacement with 889cc compared to the Aprilia Tuareg 660's 659cc. This results in the Husqvarna Norden 901 producing more power with 105 HP compared to the Tuareg 660's 80 HP. Additionally, the Norden 901 has a higher torque of 100 Nm compared to the Tuareg 660's 70 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the Norden 901 has a front suspension travel of 220mm while the Tuareg 660 offers a slightly higher travel of 240mm. Both motorcycles have swing arm rear suspensions with monoshocks, but the Tuareg 660 again offers a higher travel of 240mm compared to the Norden 901's 215mm. The Norden 901 features WP suspension components, while the Tuareg 660 has Kayaba components.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

When it comes to the chassis, the Norden 901 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Tuareg 660 has a steel frame. The Norden 901 has a slightly steeper rake of 64.2 degrees compared to the Tuareg 660's 63.3 degrees. The trail on the Norden 901 is 106.9mm, while the Tuareg 660 offers a longer trail of 113.3mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and offer advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, quickshifters, and traction control. The Tuareg 660 also includes additional features like launch control, anti-wheelie, and cruise control as standard.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have 21-inch front tires and 18-inch rear tires with a width of 150mm. The Norden 901 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1513mm compared to the Tuareg 660's 1525mm. The seat height on the Norden 901 is 854mm, while the Tuareg 660 offers a slightly higher seat height of 860mm. The dry weight of the Norden 901 with ABS is 204kg, while the Tuareg 660 weighs slightly less at 187kg. Both motorcycles have fuel tank capacities of 18-19 liters.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles feature LED headlights. The Norden 901 also offers additional features like connectivity, LED daytime running lights, and a TFT display, while the Tuareg 660 does not have these features.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

In terms of strengths, the Norden 901 is praised for its great engine with high practicality, linear rev range, high-quality electronics package, travel comfort, and reliable performance on long tours. The Tuareg 660 is praised for its handling, ergonomics, decent suspension travel, well-tuned driving modes, easily adjustable traction control, and standard cruise control.

As for weaknesses, the Norden 901 is criticized for unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds, unsteady engine running after a cold start, and low flywheel mass. The Tuareg 660 is criticized for not having a standard quickshifter, extra cost for certain color variants, and subpar wind protection.

Overall, both the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 offer unique strengths and weaknesses, catering to different rider preferences and needs.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke63.93 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement659 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
TravelTravel215 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake63.3 degree
TrailTrail106.9 mmTrail113.3 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle 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 SystemsABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,513 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)204 kgDry Weight (with ABS)187 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

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

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

All in all, the well-equipped Tuareg 660 from Aprilia is not only a great touring enduro in the truest sense of the word for 11,990 euros in Germany and 13,490 euros in Austria, but also - if you like - a "Tenere with everything". For this, you have to dig a little deeper into your pocket. But you will quickly become familiar with the more accessible Tuareg, which makes it a good choice for those looking for their first adventures off the beaten track - without boring experienced riders, quite the opposite. In any case, the Aprilia is an enrichment for the Sequment and a good option for those who do not want to do without electronic riding aids even on an off-road oriented Reissenduro.

Handling and ergonomics

Good chassis components with decent suspension travel

Driving modes well tuned or differences well noticeable

Traction control easily adjustable even while driving

Cruise control as standard

The good quickshifter is not standard

The smart white-blue-red colour variant "Indigo Tagelmust" is at extra cost

The wind protection could be better

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs Aprilia Tuareg 660

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and a Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 is about 20% higher. A Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 experiences a loss of 790 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 50 GBP for a Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022. Compared to Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 there are less Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 36. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia Tuareg 660 with 103 days compared to 107 days for the Husqvarna Norden 901. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the Husqvarna Norden 901 and 15 reviews for the Aprilia Tuareg 660 since model year 2022. The first review for the Husqvarna Norden 901 was published on 05/11/2019 and now has more than 120,800 views. This compares to more than 38,900 views for the first review on Aprilia Tuareg 660 published on 13/11/2019.

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