Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019

The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 are both popular enduro motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths. Let's compare them in detail.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a bore of 90.7 mm and a stroke of 68.8 mm, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a larger bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. This gives the BMW a higher displacement of 1254 ccm compared to the Husqvarna's 889 ccm. The BMW also has a higher engine power of 136 HP and torque of 143 Nm, compared to the Husqvarna's 105 HP and 100 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters, but the Husqvarna has a chain transmission while the BMW has a prop shaft transmission.

In terms of suspension, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 220 mm in the front, and a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 215 mm in the rear. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm, and a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm in the rear. Both motorcycles have adjustment options for preload and rebound.

When it comes to the chassis, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a steel frame. The Husqvarna has a slightly steeper rake of 64.2 degrees compared to the BMW's 62.9 degrees, and a slightly shorter trail of 106.9 mm compared to the BMW's 109 mm.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front. The Husqvarna does not specify the type of brakes, while the BMW has stable braking performance.

Both motorcycles have advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and ride by wire. The Husqvarna also has cornering ABS, a quickshifter, and traction control. The BMW has additional features like anti-slipping control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the BMW's 19 inches. The Husqvarna has a rear tire width of 150 mm and a diameter of 18 inches, while the BMW has a rear tire width of 170 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Husqvarna is slightly shorter at 1513 mm compared to the BMW's 1525 mm. The seat height of the Husqvarna is slightly higher at 854 mm compared to the BMW's 850 mm, but both motorcycles have adjustable seat heights. The BMW has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters compared to the Husqvarna's 19 liters.

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights. The Husqvarna also has LED daytime running lights and a TFT display, while the BMW has an adjustable windscreen and a color TFT display as standard.

Now let's discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each motorcycle. The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a great engine with high practicality and a linear rev range. It has a high-quality electronics package and a high level of travel comfort. The chassis is pleasantly tuned, and the motorcycle has an accessible but exciting character. It also offers good wind and weather protection and is tough and reliable even on long tours. However, it has some weaknesses such as unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds, unsteady engine running after a cold start, and low flywheel mass that can cause the engine to die off.

On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has an extremely high-torque boxer engine with a good sound. It offers a comfortable seating position suitable for long distances and has stable braking performance. It also provides good weather protection and comes with a color TFT display as standard. However, it has a manageable standard equipment and a long surcharge list. It also has a jagged appearance with little elegance.

In conclusion, both the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths. The Husqvarna offers a great engine and high practicality, while the BMW has an extremely high-torque engine and a comfortable seating position. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel190 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel215 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake62.9 degree
TrailTrail106.9 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter276 mm
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 SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

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 mmWheelbase1,525 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 Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

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

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 1250 GS 2019

BMW R 1250 GS 2019

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs BMW R 1250 GS

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is about 40% higher. A Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 experiences a loss of 780 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 960 USD for a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019 there are less Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 104. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 46 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 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the Husqvarna Norden 901 was published on 11/5/2019 and now has more than 120,800 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 9/19/2018.

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