Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 are both enduro motorcycles that offer impressive features and capabilities.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 is equipped with a 889ccm engine that delivers 105 HP of power and 100 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 has a slightly larger 1084ccm engine that produces 102 HP of power and 105 Nm of torque. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 features a WP upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 220mm at the front, while the rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a WP monoshock and a travel of 215mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020, on the other hand, is equipped with a Showa upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 230mm at the front, and a Showa monoshock with a travel of 220mm at the rear.

In terms of chassis, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 features a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame with a rake of 64.2 degrees and a trail of 106.9mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020, on the other hand, has a steel double cradle frame with a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front, providing reliable stopping power.

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 also includes an anti-wheelie feature.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, a wheelbase of 1513mm, a seat height ranging from 854mm to 874mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 19 liters. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 has similar dimensions and weights, with a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, a wheelbase of 1575mm, a seat height ranging from 850mm to 870mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 18.8 liters.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

In terms of equipment, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 offers connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020, on the other hand, features LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 is praised for its great engine with high practicality, great engine response, linear rev range, high-quality electronics package, high level of travel comfort, and tough and reliable performance even on long tours. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 is commended for its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, wonderfully functioning DCT, touch-screen color display, good ergonomics, and long-distance capability. Additionally, the Africa Twin's windshield is noted to be perfect for off-roading.

However, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 does have some weaknesses, including unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds, unsteady engine running after a cold start, and a low flywheel mass that can cause the engine to die off. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 has a few weaknesses as well, such as handguards that are not very robust for off-road use, a flood of switches on the left handlebar, and a windshield that offers manageable protection.

Overall, both the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and specific riding needs when choosing between the two.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeDual-clutch
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
TravelTravel215 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail106.9 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, 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 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to874 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

For me, the Africa Twin is a touring enduro as a touring enduro should be. This was already true of the predecessor model and did not change with the increase in displacement and power. Because the latter remained manageable at 102 hp, and Honda even managed to shed a few kilos compared to the CRF1000L. So it remained versatile, functioning just as well on the motorway as off-road. The chassis absorbs almost all bumps, the engine remains sovereign in every situation, ergonomics and seating comfort are exemplary. A motorbike for all days as well as for the big trip - wherever that may be.

High-torque engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield perfect for off-roading

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

flood of switches on left handlebar

windshield offers manageable protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 there are more Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Husqvarna Norden 901 with 107 days compared to 118 days for a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the Husqvarna Norden 901 and 17 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT since model year 2020. 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 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT published on 23/09/2019.

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