Husqvarna 701 Enduro First Impressions. 600 miles on my new Adv bike

[@CoachSteve4u]

Great review. I've done a ton of research and this is my next dream bike. I bought the DRZ400s and am enjoying it, but I cant wait to buy the 701 next for many reasons. The power, the handling, the LC4 engine and its ability to cruise on freeways and even do single track are key factors. To me, this is the most under rated unicorn bike.

[@upshiftingadventures]

I think the DRZ is a fantastic bike but the 701 just does everything a little bit better.

[@CoachSteve4u]

@@upshiftingadventures Exactly. And with the 701, you have the option of the long range tanks, right? (The LR version was discontinued in 2021 but you can still buy it as an accessory) Which gives you 6 gallons of gas and it the fuel is held low for low center of gravity. You could travel 300 miles on 1 tank with that! It's fun to upgrade the DRZ but it needs a lot to be a true lightweight adventure bike.

[@rebelduck40]

You made the right choice! Had mine for a couple years now and have done a couple dozen different mods/addons to it. One tip for you with the mosko gear, those straps that you had go around the holsters, those are actually for you to attach to the dry bag. Instead of clipping the dry bag to itself, you clip it to those straps and then tighten them down so that the bag is pulled down into the holster so it can't ride up over time.

[@AutoMan84]

I have the same bike, couple of tips. If you want to reset the odometer you only need to hold the right button. Also if you want to disengage TC and ABS you don’t need to move the bike after starting it. If you hold the ABS button it will flash so you know it’s disengaged even if the light is still on. Same thing for the TC…the light will be on but if you hold the button 5 sec it will still disengage it. You will notice as you start moving the bike the TC light will stay on instead of disappearing.

[@upshiftingadventures]

Great information, thanks. I’m actually in St George UT about to head out in to the dessert for a couple days. I’ll post another video on the trip shortly.

[@TheUnplannedLot-ds4sz]

A few manufacturers make heel plates that have slots in for your luggage straps so you can get rid of the rear pegs

[@rickreasoner8664]

Keep ‘em coming! I’ve had my 701 for about a month now and just about done making the usual mods. Unfortunately, I’m out for 6 weeks as I separated my shoulder yesterday riding my XC 450 in the woods. That trail you’re on looks pristine. Very nice.

[@upshiftingadventures]

That trail is on the rampart network. It’s great but very loose and sandy.

[@jodimunoz2355]

Thanks for doing the review. Love to follow you’re adventures

[@stevencohen4580]

Hi I have the same R40 Mosco set up If you take the foot pegs off and replace the pin back in the hole the straps locate around the pin works a treat.

[@upshiftingadventures]

That’s a great idea. I’ll give that a try. Thank you!

[@maxflight777]

Can I carty a lightweight one-night camp kit in the R40, or do I need an R80?

[@stevencohen4580]

@maxflight777 I find R40 great for overnighter camps just depends on how much gear the individual needs for camping

[@stugoon]

I have the same bike, i think in off road mode 2 it lets you lock the rear wheel on the dirt, but keeps the ABS working on the front wheel. I made the mistake of keeping it in mode 1 on the dirt and almost didn't make around the bend as the full ABS was kicking in. Nice review👍

[@upshiftingadventures]

As I understand it, in map 2 when you turn off abs you still get front wheel abs but can lock the back. I know for sure that if you don’t turn off abs in map 2 then you can’t lick the back wheel. I tried and it the abs is so sensitive you can’t hardly stop the thing.

[@Scantcity]

Great Job! At 5'9.5" with a 32" inseam, bike will be a little tall for me. I'm just going to do it and but one, life is to short to overthink.

[@maxflight777]

Very honest report ..best wishes

[@chrisvantassel8867]

Looks like you and I have all of the same bikes....;-) Pop that Coober Piggy back module in, Rade Garage gas tank, rotty SAS delete and you will not recognize the bike. The power gains are unreal and it cruises at 80mph on the freeway effortlessly unlike stock. I am also converting to a rally bike with the Rade Garage tower etc. I also have a Beta 390RR and this bike is as much fun off road. Love this bike with all of these mods! Cheers!

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thanks for the suggestions. I haven’t really done anything to the 701 yet, been busy putting upgrades on the other bikes, but now that the warmer weather is approaching and I’ll be on the bike more, I’m sure that the add on’s are coming. Thanks for the suggestions, and I’m going to look in to them.

[@maxflight777]

Chris, please may I ask ? What is a cooler piggy back ? A ratty SAS delete ? Thx

[@victorsturdivant4731]

What does it weigh?? Looks great, sounds good, and I am looking for a lighter, more dirt oriented bike than my Africa.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Good informational video. I'm your 1000th subscriber.

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thank you so much.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@upshiftingadventures Safe and endless trails my friend.

[@upshiftingadventures]

@@pinkiewerewolf And the same to you as well!

[@user-id8ng9eq9h]

Great review. I have the 690 as a complement to my 350 and 1200, and its the perfect tweener for the reasons you describe. No doubt a luxury to have three bikes, but if you can - it's the one you want.... Get a rally fairing if you want to take it to the next level. I have one on mine and it was a great addition.

[@upshiftingadventures]

hey, thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I am definitely planning to get a fairing for it.

[@Vidal0011]

Kriega has some smaller open hookmounts for rackless lugage to replace yr passenger steps

[@upshiftingadventures]

Just checked them out. Those will work perfect. Thanks for the info

[@andretheG]

Great review. I'm a little bit on the shorter side and contemplating between the 501 and the 701.

[@upshiftingadventures]

You can always put a lowing link on it. The guy who owned before me had one on

[@rkortes]

Nice review. I have an 18 690 with around 5k miles and have come up with most of the same conclusions and analysis that you have. It's always interesting to hear other perspectives. I also ride a big Beemer (k1200 lt) for my road and longer travel. Keep up the great work!! :)

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thanks a bunch for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I can’t wait to get some more miles on it and get it dialed in the way I like it.

[@robinsonmorel3294]

Thank you for the video. I am looking at the 701 for the reasons as you. I have a 300 te and gsa 1200. I think the 701 is going to do the job.

[@upshiftingadventures]

I’m really happy with it. Does pretty well in the street for a daily driver but really good on dirt for shorter, close to home trips

[@gilvietor1918]

I had one of these a 2018 and got rid of it, huge mistake, my wife said to me at the shop when I traded it in, "you're going to regret this". She was right, I did the Mojave Trail, El Camino Del Diablo, AZ Peace Trail, all over Southern Utah as well. I found myself missing it insanely so, my wife said to me buy another one, so I did. I have 3 bikes now, 2023 Beta 300 RR RE , 2018 KTM 1090 Adventure R and another 701 new. Like you said in your video the big bike, I really thought I could do what I did on the 701, and yes I think I could but it is more work and I am not always sure of my skill level to do it. I've done hill climbs and such with my 1090 but oof there is a lot going on. My 2018 didn't have the traction control on the handlebar, that is so nice. When you talked about the passenger pegs, the blanks I put on, but every now and then when wearing a over the boot pant, they'd get caught on there, feels like when you have stirrups on a bike and your foot gets stuck, not cool lol. I had the puig smoked wind screen on mine, which I don't think I will do again, the air flow when working off road was sorely missed. I need to get my gas cap thing done asap, that cap can fill up with dust and your key breaks off in it, not cool. Great video, great info.

[@upshiftingadventures]

It’s so nice to have several bikes to choose from depending on the conditions you are going to ride. I have the KTM 300, the 701 and a BMW GS1250 so pretty much the same array as you do. Life is good.

[@Beanszo]

Great review man, I been lookin at the 2020 701, I was deciding between this and the r6, but I think I’ll have more fun with this

[@upshiftingadventures]

I just spent the weekend at the Mosko Moto dusty lizard camp riding it around Ouray and Silverton and high mountain passes. It was epic

[@Beanszo]

good stuff man!!!@@upshiftingadventures

[@mastermnd22]

You're lucky with that shipping time for seat concepts. My seat took 2.5months to arrive.

[@upshiftingadventures]

Damn. I guess so. I was really surprised by how fast it came. I live the seat though. What do you think about it?

[@mastermnd22]

@@upshiftingadventures the cost and quality of the seat is hard to beat. Old seat on my bike was hard like a 2x4. Got the tall guy seat, extra padding for 230lbs, medium firmness. It's got about 700miles on it. Took a bit to fully break in. Before 40-50 miles was unbearable. Now, 100+ miles is comfortable.

[@zerodschannel]

Thanks for the video 🤘

[@cruzctrl5527]

Thank you, nice video and review. I just purchased a 2023 that I pick up in the next week or so in Colorado at Mountain Dirty. What area is that you are riding in the video. Looks like Epic riding. I am looking to doing a few passes with my brother who has a 2021 701. He is new to Colorado so he's not very familiar with too many good riding areas.

[@upshiftingadventures]

I believe that was some of the trail of Rampart road. If your looking for some epic riding, I’ll be posting a video in the next couple days off a ride I just did in Ouray. If you’re not a subscriber just hit the subscribe button and you’ll get the notification once I post it. Some of the best riding I’ve ever done.

[@Duken4evr29]

Nice video! As luck would have it, I bought a new '23 701 from Fay Myers today. I was going to go with the KTM but chose the Husky instead for the 2 year warranty vs. the KTM's one year, and the two bikes cost exactly the same. These are expensive bikes and they have some complex electronics, the extra warranty the Husky comes with for "free" is a wise choice. Your Seat Concepts saddle looks very sharp with the matched graphics, and those mini crash bars are cool too. Ya can't buy a new dirt bike and not spend even more money adding crash protection and farkles. I have ordered stuff for my bike and it isn't even in my garage yet. I like buying bikes this time of year as it gives me time to set them up and go through them before the riding season kicks in. I live in Parker and ride where your vid was shot all the time, and head out to Fruita and Utah from time to time also. You are like my big brother from a different mother, as I also own an '18 300 XC for harder core off roading, and a Super Tenere for longer street and graded dirt road rides. I am with ya, there is no way I am taking the big over 600 pound ADV bike on anything remotely difficult. The 701 is my "in between" bike, and a return to my MC riding roots in a way, as I had an XL600 way back when that was my do it all fun machine. I look forward to exploring more of the forest service access off Highway 285 on the 701, and general hooning around on some of the local street twisties. I don't recall if you mentioned it, but this bike has a quickshifter, allowing clutchless upshifts and downshifts, which is pretty slick. Perhaps we could ride sometime since we are neighbors!

[@upshiftingadventures]

Hey, yeah, we should definitely link up at some point once the weather improves. You can send me a DM at my Instagram account @upshiftinadventures and we can make some plans

[@Burner-Adventure-Chronicles]

Congrats! I have an 18 701. I'm in the Springs....how about you? My buddy keeps threatening to sell his 690....the rat...so I need new adv riding buddies...

[@oksannamiller2082]

Very informative video thank you for posting!

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thank you so much for the comment.

[@lcdubs7847]

Great bike and great vid. BUT that music at the end was a bit....aggressive, lol.

[@marcochavanne]

Hey man. I am considering getting one of those next fall. I rode from ETX to Creede Co this summer on my Norden 901 and met a guy with a brand new 701 Enduro. We swapped bikes and hit some dirt roads for a while and despite playing with settings I couldnt get the front tire off the ground. Is this typical? You mentioned it was pretty easy in 1st and 2nd but his only had a few miles on it and I wasnt comfortable dumping the clutch on a strangers new toy. His bike seemed to really be down on power at altitude as well so maybe that was a factor. I have wanted a 701 for years but that experience has made me really hesitant. Do you think I just wasnt doing the settings right?

[@upshiftingadventures]

It’s hard to say about the setting. If the TC light was illuminated orange then the traction control was off. My bike will wheelie without the clutch in 1st and 2nd gear while sitting in a normal riding position. Before I added the performance parts I would need to be high in the rev’s to do so but could still wheelie pretty easily. Check out my newest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmnQY5WXh7WIorMsi=LqqZdpO6ibQPwv1C it describes what I’ve done to improve the low end performance. Overall though I’m super happy with the 701.

[@Thelnferno]

Great vid! This solidifies my decision to get a h701. What trail was that that you did at the end?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I believe it was 767

[@dangerpudge1922]

Great video, and greetings from a fellow Colorado boy. Thanks for putting it together; most folks don't understand how time consuming video production is. About the seat: What options did you get? I'm picking one of these bikes up from a dealer tomorrow (a 2020 with less than 300 miles on it... yeah, you read that correctly) and when you pointed out the saddle I realized mine is equipped with a seat concepts saddle. It appears to be a tall model saddle, and it's just a hint tall for me at ~6'. By the images, yours looks like a standard sized saddle. You appear taller than I am, so if you'd be interested in trying mine out LMK.

[@upshiftingadventures]

Hey, thanks for your comments. I actually have a seat conceits seat on their now. It is the tall seat and I can barely reach the ground at 6’4”. But it’s nice when I’m doing long trips to get to the dirt. Helps keep my knees from being at too steep an angle. Overall I love the seat concepts seats.

[@xBobby]

Thinking about picking one up to daily to work instead of my Cummins

[@upshiftingadventures]

It’s a great bike

[@nevillebroadbent1601]

I think you said in video when orange TC light is on , TC is off ? Its the other way round. Orange light means TC is on . Wierd way of doing it , but heh , its European. Love your content. Loving my 701 here in adventureland of New Zealands South Island

[@upshiftingadventures]

So on the 701 Enduro, when you first start the bike, the TC is automatically activated and the TC light is on. Once you start to move, the TC light will go off, but the traction control is engaged. In map 1 almost know lift off is possible and the rear wheel will not be aloud to spin. In map 2 you can get a little more wheelie and there is a little more wheel spin aloud, but not much. When you push and hold the TC button for 5 seconds and disengage the Traction Control, the TC light will stay illuminated, and you can wheelie as high as you like and can spin the rear tire as much as you want. I think the theory behind have the TC light on when traction control is off is so that the rider is constantly reminded that traction control is off. Thanks so much for watching my videos, I really appreciate your support. I have another video on the 701 Enduro coming out in the next few days, be sure to check it out and let me know what you think.

[@lw8447]

Any LED lights or usb charger or any chargers for that matter? Nice bike!!

[@upshiftingadventures]

I have a USB plug I can connect to the SAE cable I installed under the seat.

[@charliestoybox2099]

What’s the fuel range on the 701? I have the GSA 1250 also that I fire road. Would love another KTM 300 XC but the 690/701 makes more sense for a second road legal adventure bike.

[@upshiftingadventures]

I get 120 miles to a tank. If I carry my armadillo 1 gallon fuel bladder I can get almost 200 miles. There’s also the LR version or aftermarket gas tanks that will extend your range.

[@xxt5711]

Great video! I'm planning to get one, but I will use it to carry pillion passenger + some bags for camping gear a few times a year as well.. Would that be possible / comfortable with this bike?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I really don’t know if it would be a big enough bike to carry a passenger and gear. I guess it depends on how far you’re planning to travel and the size of the passengers. If you or the passenger are pretty tall it would be a tight squeeze with bags attached to the bike. Plus I think the suspension will need to be setup with some heavier springs, etc. I guess it’s possible though. Sounds like you might need something like an 890 adventure or something similar.

[@xxt5711]

@@upshiftingadventures Thanks for your reply! I have a look into that, might get one each for test ride to compare them.

[@SteveHofsaess]

Why did you choose the 701 over the 690?

[@upshiftingadventures]

No reason really. I have two other KTM’s and I love them. I think I just liked the idea of owning another odd ball brand. I know they are owned by KTM but Husqvarna has a great name in the industry and I thought it would be a great addition to my stable of bikes.

[@danarussell4246]

I've got similar bikes in my stable including a KTM 350 EXC-F, XR650L and GSA. Always wanted a 701 until the new Gas Gas ES700 showed up. Since the wife would beat me to death I'd have to sell the XR to be able to bring a new red bike in the stable. You look pretty tall. I'm 6'-7", how tall are you?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I’m 6’4”

[@rlovell383]

Do you find the Mosko 40 bags to be a pain to fill the gas tank? I assume you loosen the rear straps and shift it forward?

[@upshiftingadventures]

That was definitely a pain but I bought the tusk rear rack for the bike and now I can get the gas cap off without moving anything. I am trying to find a screw on cap to replace the factory key locked one. That will make it even easier.

[@rlovell383]

@@upshiftingadventures Meaning you are still using the Mosko 40 with a Tusk rack? That makes it better?

[@upshiftingadventures]

Correct. Way better. Moves the bags up over the rear of the fender for more room on the seat.

[@rlovell383]

@@upshiftingadventures Ahh! Excellent information. Any way I could get some pictures of your setup?

[@LA-by6tl]

how much different stock for stock is this than the 701 sm? i have a 701 sm and would like to put dirt tyres on it for a bit of trails and greenlanes but people keep saying it would be bad

[@upshiftingadventures]

The SM runs 17” tires front and back. That would be pretty hard to ride on dirt. I think you’d find your self frustrated on anything other than completely flat dirt roads.

[@LA-by6tl]

@@upshiftingadventures i meant wheels aswell, was wandering if there is anything different with the chassis and suspension

[@Alien300Blackout]

How much does a dealer charge to check the valves on that bike and how often should they be checked?

[@upshiftingadventures]

The manual says to check the valve clearance every 6000 miles . I'm not sure how much the dealer charges but I will probably end up checking it myself.

[@Обовсемпочуть-чуть-ю7э]

Hello. how tall are you? I'm 193 cm tall, wouldn't the motorcycle under me be small?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I am the same height and fits me perfect

[@luispichicuas3808]

can you tel me with the moko 40 lt bag it is hard to put gas. thanks

[@upshiftingadventures]

It’s not hard but I have to loosen the straps and lift the bag up to get the gas cap off.

[@luispichicuas3808]

i do not know if to get the 40 lt o the 80 lt i thing is to big ? thanks i ride in Mexico

[@upshiftingadventures]

Which bike will you put it on?

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Funny enough I’m torn between this and the 300 xcw😂. I dont really need to long trip it but the versatility seems great.

[@upshiftingadventures]

No doubt it’s a bit heavier and a touch less maneuverable than the 300 but it really does behave like a dirt bike

[@skyecooleyartwork]

Is the 701 a modern version of the XR 650L with a big tank?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I’d say it’s hard to define this bike. It’s a big dirt bike that you can also drive pretty comfortable on the slab for a long way. The broad power bs d makes it ideal for both slow speed dirt maneuvering as well as pavement cruising.

[@rlovell383]

Yes pretty much

[@simonedeturris3704]

Nice content!

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thank you my friend, I sincerely appreciate it.

[@hometownguy7184]

im curious..being from the midwest..do you guys carry a pistol up in them mountains?i would think wildlife could be a issue?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I usually have a firearm of some sort on me. I’ve never had to use it against wildlife though.

[@bk6271]

Have you done the 770 trail on the 701?

[@upshiftingadventures]

I haven’t. Where is that?

[@bk6271]

trails.colorado.gov/routes/98 @@upshiftingadventures

[@Strangerthingsvehicles]

What year is your one

[@upshiftingadventures]

2021

[@akapog]

Nice vidéo 👍👍

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thank you

[@ToinJansen]

Nice review, but better no music next time.

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thanks for the input. I appreciate that. Always trying to make my videos bwtter

[@JIMHusky]

Nice bike :)

[@upshiftingadventures]

Thank you. Turned out to be a great purchase

[@oliviernormandin6390]

What your height and weight!?

[@upshiftingadventures]

6’4” and around 240

[@oliviernormandin6390]

@@upshiftingadventures cool im 6.3 255 pound i was wondering if it has the power to wheelie for heavy weight! Appreciate the quick response!

[@upshiftingadventures]

@@oliviernormandin6390 here is what I have found. The 690 motor makes great power near the top of the rpm range so if you wind the motor out in first gear and then get on the throttle, power-up wheelies are really easy. Of course, you can't stay there long because you are already at the end of the rpm range, unless you are good enough to shift while in a wheelie (I am not). That said, clutch-up wheelies are exceedingly easy in both 1st and 2nd gears. Very little revs are needed to bring the wheel up from a standstill. Hope that helps.

[@oliviernormandin6390]

@@upshiftingadventures hey i appreciate your help and review!

[@andreistefan7340]

If TC light is on the the traction control is off

[@skrzatRG]

Why all of you guys in usa riding with high beam on ? every video i swear

[@jj.296]

because people dont look and cant see you so its better to blind them tbh

[@ridemfast7625]

We paid for that light, you didnt, so its none of your business, I swear.

[@ScottPayden-f3t]

good info , really bad music

[@upshiftingadventures]

Well, every video guy has to start somewhere right?