Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs BMW F 850 GS 2022

The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the BMW F 850 GS 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 has a larger bore and stroke, resulting in a higher displacement of 889cc compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 853cc. The Norden 901 also has a higher engine power of 105 HP and torque of 100 Nm, compared to the F 850 GS's 95 HP and 92 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspensions in the rear. The Norden 901 has a larger front suspension diameter of 43mm and a longer travel of 220mm compared to the F 850 GS's 43mm diameter and 204mm travel. However, the F 850 GS has a slightly longer rear suspension travel of 219mm compared to the Norden 901's 215mm. Both motorcycles offer preload and rebound adjustments for the rear suspension.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

In terms of chassis, the Norden 901 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the F 850 GS has a steel frame. The Norden 901 has a slightly steeper rake of 64.2 degrees compared to the F 850 GS's 62 degrees. The F 850 GS has a longer trail of 126mm compared to the Norden 901's 106.9mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and ABS as advanced rider assistance systems. The Norden 901 also offers additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control.

BMW F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a 21-inch front tire diameter and a 150mm rear tire width. However, the Norden 901 has an 18-inch rear tire diameter, while the F 850 GS has a 17-inch rear tire diameter. The Norden 901 has a shorter wheelbase of 1513mm compared to the F 850 GS's 1593mm. The seat height of the Norden 901 is slightly lower at 854mm compared to the F 850 GS's 860mm. The Norden 901 also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 19 liters compared to the F 850 GS's 15 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Norden 901 offers a great engine with high practicality, linear rev range, and high-quality electronics package. It also provides a high level of travel comfort and good wind and weather protection. The Norden 901 is known for its toughness and reliability, even on long tours. On the other hand, the F 850 GS offers good wind and weather protection, a well-thought-out operating concept, practical equipment, and great connectivity solutions. It also provides good seat comfort and is highly accessible in everyday use.

In terms of weaknesses, the Norden 901 experiences unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds and has an unsteady engine running after a cold start. It also has a low flywheel mass, which can cause it to die off. On the other hand, the F 850 GS has vibrations in the upper rev range, a boring engine, a stiff quickshifter gearstick, and front damping that is too lax. The fork is not adjustable, and the front brake could do with more bite.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
BMW F 850 GS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel204 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountdirect
TravelTravel215 mmTravel219 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake62 degree
TrailTrail106.9 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter265 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

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 diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,513 mmWheelbase1,593 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity15 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 F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs BMW F 850 GS

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and a BMW F 850 GS 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 850 GS 2022 is about 14% higher. A Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 experiences a loss of 790 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 380 GBP for a BMW F 850 GS 2022. Compared to BMW F 850 GS 2022 there are more Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 6. It takes less time to sell a BMW F 850 GS with 105 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 31 reviews for the BMW F 850 GS since model year 2018. 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 69,800 views for the first review on BMW F 850 GS published on 21/11/2017.

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