Husqvarna Norden 901 10 000km review

[@stavrozinio]

13k on mine, love every bit of it. thanks for video.

[@MrLeifu]

thanks for the video. i m a new rider of 55 years old and i think the norden 901 ll be my next motorbike. it seems this 901 can do anything and look like perfect to discover countries

[@CykloGamonie]

Thank you for making this video - very informative. Please keep them coming, as this is very helpful for anyone considering the 890 platform. Cheers!

[@josepmfito2955]

Thanks for share your sincerly opinion about Norden, I'll be a new user next saturday. All the Norden user are proud about It. Thanks a lot from Barcelona

[@YABBAHEY1]

I have the '24 Norden Exp. Only complaint is the seat gets painful after 4hrs in the saddle. Will be adding taller risers in the future as I'm not as interested in looking like a competitor than being more comfortable on long stretches. These bikes sweep through corners & the option to hit the woods when the traffic jams up is always a plus. Your right about all plastic hand guards, $100 US per pair is a bit much. For the most part these bikes are a tad expensive up front & for on going maintenance (mandatory service intervals) Other than that they are a lot of fun. Thnx for your honest user videos.

[@john7Doe9]

thanks for the review. I am surprised that your dealer hasn't fixed this early long known issues

[@SCQT]

Just about to take mine in for the 600mi/1000km service, but i am absolutely loving it so far. It is a 2023 and have had none of the common issues that people report, like the hose clamps or headlight bolts etc, so perhaps they listened. Coming from a 2010 F800gs. Was a solid bike and took me all over the place, but definitely shows its age next to something with the benefit of 13 years of tech advancement. The Norden blows it away in every respect, have not had the opportunity to ride a 2020+ F850GS/A however. Totally agree with you on the noise. I don't want loud, but i do want it to sound good... Really wish this engine sounded as awesome as it performs.

[@robertandersson2523]

The problem with waterpump air screw is that the painted surface that the copper washer seals against cracks. I sanded away the paint and used a hydraulic bonded m5 washer seal. Be prepared for leakage from the thermostat housing as well. This and the coolant hoses was my problems with Duke 890r 2020.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

That was actually an excellent tip - thanks!

[@nomadpi1]

Thks. I appreciate your comments. I agree with your points. I appreciate your pointing out the small faults.

[@lcdubs7847]

I agree with you 100% about the loud exhaust. So annoying and no reason for it. Goes for bikes, quads, skidoos, cars, harleys, everything.

[@bigmikes901adventures]

Excellent video! I’m loving my Norden and bought it in February and only put on 3000km and now it’s put away for winter 🥶. I like your chain oiling set up, very clever. I did find a very reasonably priced 4mm aluminum skid plate that’s made in Europe and it’s on sale in the US right now for $169😁.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

That sounds interesting. Any link or name to the manufacturer of that skid plate? I find 400€ total overkill for what I am doing with that bike!

[@SCQT]

LINK pretty please

[@maccas44]

Thanks very much for a fantastic review ,honest and to the point

[@pellegrinoinmoto]

such a good REAL review. thank you!

[@Mdartworx]

Hallo, ich habe das gleiche Problem mit den Schnellwahltasten. Es ist auch schon an Husqvarna weiter gegeben. Leider hat sich bis jetzt keiner diesbezüglich gemeldet. Sonst auch keine wirklichen Probleme. Die Kühlerschläuche hab ich nachgezogen und gut war es. Ein tolles Bike. Ich freue mich jedes Mahl wieder damit zu fahren. Der Spagat den dieses Bike zwischen Straße und offroad schafft ist sagenhaft. Ich bin begeistert. Hab meine seit Mai und ca 7000 km gefahren. Allerdings war bei meinem Hinterreifen nach 4700 Schluss.

[@afifthofsmiths4474]

A little late to the show but this was an extremely useful video. I have a deposit on a '23 model, possibly the Expedition if it shows up to the dealer before I lose patience and buy the standard model. Thanks again!

[@Wolvaroo]

Definitely wait for the Expedition if it's available, I had to call every dealer in Canada for one. I got the last one in the whole country! It's a fantastic value for the rear shock alone.

[@keesverhagen9227]

Please wait for the Expedition. I know this out of experience. Also owned the standard. And now the Expedition. A totally different bike almost. Coming from an 1190R is could not get adjusted to the lowlyness of the bike. And the shock is also a problem. Really a problem if you go away from the tarmac often. It bottoms out very easily. And i could almost not ride it with 40 kg luggage. This was simply not duable. You will also need to buy a few upgrades. An engineguard, a add-on screen , GPS mount , maybe heated grips , in time you want the explorer mode. And i only mention the stuff that the Expedition has per default. And then you still do not have a Norden with the quality of the suspension as the Expedition has. Please do yourself a favor and look into these things. And by that overthink your decision. After owning one then the realisation will start kicking in. This probably will get you a bit frustrated about your decision. And by that taking out a bit of the fun you should be expereincing by owning an almost new bike. And by then the change will cost you a lot of money. Only if you are 100 percent sure that you will leave the bike as it is and if you have very short legs. Otherwise the Expedition is the way better option. The pricedifference is so low compaired to what you get extra. It is your choice but it would do you good if you would reconsider or atleast start overthinking these arguments again. Greetings from the Nerherlands,

[@jerzygroclinek5066]

@@keesverhagen9227 Your feedback is helpful to me. I am also considering these two models. In your opinion, will the Norden Expedition be worse when driving on asphalt and highways - compared to the standard version? (taking into account a little higher suspension and center of gravity)

[@keesverhagen9227]

@@jerzygroclinek5066 Not really. I think the Exped drives better on all terain. Also on the tarmac it drives more stable then the standard. Due to better quality suspension i think.

[@jerzygroclinek5066]

@@keesverhagen9227 Thank You for answer and all the best to You

[@gabrielecampagnola8817]

Very good review Key, this can open the eyes to many customers want to buy this bike, actually I want to change my heavy Honda crosstourer 1200 with a more light one, I would like to think the imperfections you headlight, can be solved from factory, yes it’s small things, but annoying at the same time. Take care

[@kai-uweoch1159]

I had a friend of mine riding the bike today and his first comment was: It feels so light but still stable, compared to my 1250 GSA! 🙂

[@Wolvaroo]

Great mounting location for the Cobrra oiler, I originally dismissed it because I didn't want to clutter the handlebars.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Yes, had the same thoughts. I can still reach it when I am on the bike. Or simply give it a turn just before you start rolling.

[@Wolvaroo]

@@kai-uweoch1159 I just ordered one for myself, along with an airbox pre-filter and a heat shield for the rear shock. A couple hundred dollars for the peace of mind is probably worth it.

[@MultiOutdoorman]

Great to see an owners view, unbiased and thorough. You also have folding mirrors ?

[@saeedminaii6023]

Great insightful review, thank you for taking the time to do it. I take it you have not experienced any issues with display fogging or break fluid reservoir leaking or any other legacy issues experienced with the previous model KTM 790/890) ?

[@TheChindoboi]

Thank you for sharing this video and for your help on the fb forums

[@colinlocke4190]

Well done. Great video. Where did you get the foldable clutch and brake lever from please?

[@thomashendron4356]

thank you for the review. how many miles now on the Norden? any new upgrades or problems? how does it compare to Africa Twin or the KTM 790?

[@Greggspies]

Thanks for the detail info very interesting, the service is rather expensive 790€ KTM need to tighten up their PDI prior to delivery that's not good, thanks

[@detlefhartmann9458]

Hallo Herr Och, vielen Dank für den ausführlichen Bericht! Wenn ich mich nicht irre, sind sie kein "Hüne" (ich meine etwas über 1,70 cm Körpergröße). Haben Sie die Husky tiefer gelegt, oder kommen Sie so zurecht...? zumal die Sitzbank recht breit zu sein scheint..... Vielen Dank und weiterhin gute Fahrt.... Beste Grüße Detlef Hartmann

[@Fredmilo27Z]

USB PORT! Could you describe how you removed the stock cigarette lighter and installed the new charger? Access looks tough on mine. Thanks

[@christiang.3537]

Great review, very informative and helpful!

[@bernhardhappach9392]

thanks for the really detailed insights, keep in rolling ;)

[@morkys2410]

This is an excellent video. Very thorough, honest and straight forward. Love the sticker and the naming of the bike. That is awesome.

[@bradb2514]

Excellent review. Thanks!

[@DAI-proofofuniqueness]

thanks for the video, how the bike sounds with the original exaust? have you replace it with something more rounded?

[@massimilianomax5654]

Thankyou for The informations about The bike. Did you have some problems with The steering and with hot from engine?

[@TheJedRides]

Great video, and Kevin's cool!

[@hakimkadiri6804]

Excellent video!

[@adamrichards2072]

Great review from an experienced rider. Thank you. Just picked mine up today. I typically ride more offroad down here in Australia. I anticipate doing some suspension work but will wait and see how it handles. It looks like you have the double take mirrors. You weren't happy with the original mirrors? Also looking to mount my phone to the gps mount so hopefully it's not to vibey. Think I'll put quadlock's anti vibration thingy on.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

The orginal mirrors break easily. I had the 790 once blown over by the wind when it was not perfectly parked on the side of the road and there the mirror went. The double takes are basically indestructible because they will move.

[@bigmikes901adventures]

I use the quad lock on mine but be sure to get the vibration damper also as it does make a difference.

[@logangallagher7050]

Good review 👍 I love my husky. Another KZbinr is convinced that the hand guards are the cause of the wind turbulence, what do you think?

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Not sure about that. My shoulders are not that wide! :-) It’s normally a combination of factors like windshield height and shspe, body lenght and helmet type.

[@Busyrider_HD]

Many thanks for the review of the Norden. I have ordered one yesterday. Could you say were you bought mirrors?

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Those are called Doubletake Mirrors, sn american product. There are seversl retailers worldwide. They use the RAM mount system, so the can be easily folded and removed.

[@Busyrider_HD]

@@kai-uweoch1159 thank you!!

[@keesverhagen9227]

Years ago i came back from a long trip through Sweden. Back then owned a XT660Z. And at one evening i was putting some Chinese food in. At a restaurant. And the weird thing that this Chinees restaurant was also a meetingplace for oldies to get some (or a lot) beer. And if that was not enough. Those oldies were not old at all. They all had stopped working at the age of 51 years. Simply because they could. I still remember the feeling it got me. 😪🤤 I am older now and still need to work for more then 16 years. 😪 O, sometimes life is not fair. What shocked me that it all were happy and funny dudes. Totally not worn out by a shitty and hard job. That was what life should be for all of us. I could now be riding around the world. One told me that he also had somekind of shack way up North in Sweden. Planning to go there a few months per year. It was not expensive back then he told me. A few acres of ground. And wood is present. Later i even found myself fantasizing about owning a small wooden house in Sweden. But the distance is making that impossible. Maybe when i am old enough to quit working. 80 m2 is more then enough to live. A decent woodstove or a central boiler so i could heat up water. A few solarpanels and also the back-up of a generator. In my mind i all had worked it out. It would be my dream. In the Netherlands i own a former farm house and almost living ofgrid. So the concept is very duable for me. If my health stays good then this option of living out the rest of my life in that way is very appealing to me. You can always find people but the other way around is way more difficult. So i envy you. Having such a place for your own. Going there when you feel the need to be on yourself. And then also the possibility to start up a light bike and explore your surroundings. I know that you in summer have to do a lot of things so you can stay warm in winter. Probably it takes a lot of wood to do so. But then again. It is just outside the door. Last year i also bought a Norden 901. Coming from a 1190R i could not get used to it. Been riding that 1190R through a lot of countries. Marocco, all of Europe , Tunesia and so on. So i was quit adjusted to that power and that height. It was also perfect for my leg angle. Something i was not aware of until i got the 901. Old as i am my right knee started to hurt after only 20 km'ters. 🤕 And i also was not so happy with the shock. Most other things like the buffeting are problems that you can solve. But overal the 901 gave me the memories back from the CBR600 i once owned. Nothing wrong with that but in my case it was. My bike needed a few upgrades like an engineguard , heated grips and so on. Also did orientate myself about a shock from Hyperpro. Wich would put me back something around 1400.00 Euro's. As soon as i heard that an Expedition would come out i had mixed feelings about that. But asked my dealer for what it would cost me. A lot ofcourse.But i decided to do so. I must say that this was a good decision. And when you take your calculator then it is not so bad. I know the Exped is suiting me much better. Thank you for your detailed experience and adressing that in this video.💪💪 Ride safe Maybe we will meet someday cause Sweden is my land of choice to ride. Everytime i come back to Sweden in summer and do some extensive riding in nature. Greetings from the Netherlands,👍

[@augustbrante8117]

With your problems with having to continually having to reset your favorite settings. Do you think Huskiarna will do it Tesla style and have all up dates go to all of the older models have they said anything about that? like all Apple phones get fixed and updated? I have seen many GS with top box behind seat. What are your thoughts on this bike?

[@mrnekk1]

Very nice review! thanks! My question is, should i get the norden or the CRF 1100 base? If you would go back before you bought the bike, with these two options in mind, why would you choose the norden? One of my biggest concerns is the reliability, otherwise the norden seems perfect. Thanks in advance!

[@kai-uweoch1159]

I can tell you my first impression when going from the CRF1000L (first gen of new Africa Twin) to the 790Adv R: the KTM felt much better balanced and easier to handle, thanks to the unique low fuel tank design. I guess you would have the same impression when comparing the Norden 901 and the 1100 AT!

[@russ4294]

I'm debating trading my crf1000 for a norden. Reliability is my main concern also lack of dct. I think honda reliability could lead me to stick with the Africa twin.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

@@russ4294 Honda reliabilty is not as legendary any longer as it once was. The first generstion CRF1000L that I bought (it had been a demo bike) had basically all the reported child diseases you could read of in the www. On top of that, the valve adjustment was so far off at 30kkm that the mechanic called Honda to make sure the values in the workshop manual were correct!

[@thomasdoe6768]

Hi Kai-Uwe, wie groß bist du, wenn ich fragen darf? Edit: Hat sich erledigt. Habe dein anderes Video gefunden.

[@papaduck1000]

Thanks for thiis - about to buy a Norden so I was looking for issues - looks like all small potatoes

[@YPSification]

Hallo Kai-Uwe, woher hast du das Usb-Lade-Dings? Die, die ich so finde, haben keine Abdeckung. Tolle Videos, kein pling pling, nur jemand,der von seinen Erfahrungen berichtet! VG

[@teresad7174]

Did you raise the forks in the clamps?

[@enricobincoletto]

Hi. Great video. I am getting my Norden and I would like to install the usb socket in place of the 12V original one: where did you get it? Thank you. Ciao

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Hi Enrico, sorry I don't remember where I bought that one. Google should be able to help you, I saw that model from different sources. Just make sure you use the switched 12V connectors, if I remember right it's those that are connecting to the current 12V outlet.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Got it. Local Swedish electronics chain Kjell & Co: www.kjell.com/se/produkter/el-verktyg/biltillbehor/kontakter-till-bilar/laddare-tillbehor-for-panelmontage/luxorparts-usb-laddare-for-panelmontage-18-w-p40754?gclid=CjwKCAiA8OmdBhAgEiwAShr40_xG70mxmqdILK-sP3zylNTvcjwtlHvBrLbbDeZMew1TBwKtc3qMqhoCOg0QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@Alejandro388]

excellent review. In your 890 Adv R review you mentioned that you'll swap it for Norden because of rough suspension of Adventure R. How was the difference in practice, did it justify the swap?

[@kai-uweoch1159]

For a perfect comparison I would have needed of course to ride one bike after the other. I picked up the Norden in spring, when riding was still not possible due to slippy roads, at that time I had not been on the 790 for like three months. My impression is that the 901 is of course slightly lower (which helps a short legged guy like me, even that I am used to get only one foot down), but also softer. For a TRAVELLER, who is not riding hard in very rough terrain, the 901 feels much more suitable, read more comfortable. You could say: 790/890R Ready to Race, 901 Ready to explore! What I definitely noticed is the smoother engine of the 901. On the 790 I mounted a 16t front sprocket to raise the rpms a little bit (it always felt e g at 50 like 3rd is a bit low, but 4th a bit too high). The 890/901 engine runs much smoother at lower rpms (around 3000).

[@galea181280]

I am considering one seriously in austria.....HOw is the deler support?

[@ukaszsmiek8392]

Where can I get a sticker 'ready to explore' from? ❤ I love it

[@syncro94]

Nice summary! Where did you buy the side panels? Are you experiencing excessive heating of the left leg from the radiator side?

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Forgot to mention that: Those flat side panels are home made. Needed to buy a whole sheet (1m x 1m) of plastic, think it was polystyrene, 3mm.

[@gv4199]

He didn't mention that excessive heating...I think that is what annoyes me the most with this bike! Lot's of owner doesn't seem to be complaining about this? I've put a heat shield but it get's only a little bit better. Might ending up with a mid pipe decat next summer.

[@aarsenalfan]

So what's better KTM 890 or Norden 901 ?

[@bendekimpe35]

Should this bike be suitable as first bike? How to compare the reliability with similar bikes like Yamaha, Honda, KTM? I am annoyed by sloppiness in the assembly and the quality when you take the price into account, nice real detailed review.

[@bendekimpe35]

@King_of_The_North I understand because it's not a small bike, I am searching for a mid size adventure bike, because I like mountainbiking / gravelriding , searching for a compromise between off-road and a road bike, comfort, reliable, safety, that are the keywords for my new bike.

[@roykessels]

@@bendekimpe35 Id buy a 90's Honda transalp. They are very cheap, great milage, loads of parts and can be driven by everyone.

[@justsomedude445]

@@bendekimpe35 KLR650

[@bendekimpe35]

@@justsomedude445 it’s not available in Europe

[@justsomedude445]

@@bendekimpe35 ohh ? huh , well something of that nature and size then anyway , nobody is going to learn how to ride off road on a 100+hp 450-500 pound bike , even very experienced riders have a hard time adjusting to one off road in my experience , from a proper 1 cyl off road or dual sport that is

[@İkitekerşart]

What about your mirrors? I think you changed them

[@Igor12822]

nothing major, but then again, significant number of small annoying issues on a new bike, would be very frustrating for me... got myself a BMW F850GSA 2019 when it was brand new model, expected flaws as well, but so far 30 000 km and thankfully nothing, pure perfection... considering Husky Expedition in couple years as new bike as it seems super good but hope they do not follow KTM sequence of numerous flaws and issues...

[@davindersangha3761]

Just started watching. Anyone of you, 2 up travel wth this bike. I want a travel bike that I can 2 up with my wife. Any thoughts on it please.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Why not? Over 100hp should be sufficient to transport 2, but as on any bike you will meed to find a luggage solution. The driver’s seat for me feels very comfortable, guess the passenger seat is, too. Just keep in mind that on all bikes the rear spring rate is for something like a 75…80kg rider, not for a 150kg couple plus luggage. You can increase preload but that will not solve the problem of a too soft spring. If you ride a lot two up, you need to get a stiffer spring. That’s the case for all bikes. Just check out wind protection, some folks don’t like it.

[@OmotardOfegante]

My tyres pirelli's only lasted 4k km and the bikes is at 5.8L / 100km, maybe its because i make videos with the same perspective for more than 3 minutes... Regards

[@kai-uweoch1159]

Sorry Paulo if I had been a bit harsh on your ladt video. But to produce good riding videos you need to put some serious effort into it. Look at folks like Norali ”Itchy boots”: she is running at least three cameras simultaniously to get good video footage. That’s why I gave up on it and instead only do ”informative” videos. It needs a lot of effort to make good riding videos. Just a helmet perspective gets boring quickly, no matter how good your riding is.

[@OmotardOfegante]

@@kai-uweoch1159 not everyone wants to do documentaries. I love there videos it it's not what I am doing. You can't make videos like there's without continuous stopping and adjusting, and it's not what am trying to do.... when I'm riding I am riding, not talking, not filming, just riding. It just happens i have a camera with me. I like to watch this kind of video's. Just strange to me you would go out of your way to tell me they should be shorter. Hehe. Just as strange as if I came here telling you that you ride very verry slow and that's WY you don't have footage of you riding. Do you get my point?

[@periklisisaakidis5857]

How many years or km warranty it's given on this bike?

[@bigmikes901adventures]

2 years warranty, no mileage cap.

[@kallehagstrom-adventuresincl]

Har inte ens en Norden och ska inte köpa någon (verkar dock vara en grym hoj), men gillade här. Gissar att det är så enkelt att en hojnörd (no offense 😂) som talar till en annan hojnörd på ett entusiastiskt vis om sin mc, är skoj att lyssna på. Bra där! 👍😀

[@herrlich7671]

engineers aint work at the workshop as an service mechanic :D

[@MrNick99]

How is it ok to have these issues on an expensive, brand new bike.....this is crazy!

[@SideQuestStijn]

This video is 1 year old, they have all been fixed already.

[@naida077]

KTM -keep taking money

[@martyn_g]

Most bikes have some kind of issues. Even German built BMW’s, and Japanese built Hondas.

[@afifthofsmiths4474]

it is ktm and it's not orange

[@Killswitch-ON]

Hi, is the bike assembled in CF factory? Some rumors says that 🫣

[@philiplaurell1163]

Really great review. Thank you