Husqvarna Norden 901 ✔Long Distance Riding✔... How does it tour?

[@BigRockMoto]

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[@The_NickB_1111]

You’re the best man! Loved the review

[@jonathanrosenesq202]

Honest reporting of the wind/buffeting issue much appreciated and is one of the reasons to support on Patron. Many older riders like myself have hearing damage /tinnitus ( ringing at all times) from decades of wind noise exposure. Top spec ear plugs only help slow but won't eliminate this permanent nerve damage. Long distance touring reviews like this are rare to advise on wind issues.

[@MilosevBosko]

I'm 23 years old, and I'm one of the few riders here in Serbia who wears ear plugs. People call them ear tampons. I don't understand that, because you still hear the bike while outside the city, it just filters out the wind noise. Once you wear them, I can't go without them.

[@elionh4532]

@@MilosevBoskoi used to wear ear plugs then i got a Shoei helmet which eliminates lots of bad sounds and I don’t really ride faster than 115 kmh anymore so i am not using ear plugs anymore

[@MilosevBosko]

@@elionh4532 cool!

[@Liberty4Ever]

Biggest advantage over the 890 Adventure: It's not orange.

[@magnusb6311]

Great review and wow, the first American that can almost pronounce Husqvarna correctly, you come closest so far. LOL. Looking to buy the Norden Expedition.

[@Niki8]

Install forkshield. Same buffeting problem on Africa Twin; air coming up through forks. Lots of videos on this topic.

[@surlyfan]

Concur, fork tunnel issue. I have the Swego fork shield on my AT.

[@Porsche996driver]

No, it’s the height of the screen. It would be better to remove that small screen altogether to stop the buffeting.

[@asatti]

this channel keeps getting better and better.

[@mikemerrill175]

Great review. The best solution still seems to be 2 bikes: a GS for road and gravel: a lightweight DS for dirt & single track.

[@bigmikes901adventures]

Great info Ian. Concise, thorough and well presented. I'm loving my 901 so far but only have 250km on it. I do agree about the windshield and a taller one is coming from Husky my dealer assures me :)

[@MathiasKarlssonErik]

There was one in the EU shop and the it was in the dealer catalogs, BUT now it is completely gone. My dealer looked into it and was told that there is no such windshield and there is no timeline when it might come/return. Other scarce parts, like the heated grips, have an ETA of late Autumn. Therefore, I would not expect any windshield in 2022.

[@nkwd007]

Good video Ian, thank you again. Would you consider making a video for the foreigners willing to do a tour in the USA? I find it hard to find practical information which would allow me to find out e.g where to rent a bike, what places to see at what time of the year, where is safe to travel, sleep in the tent or hotels etc etc. This could be a great advert for your country :)

[@bbraap]

Ian, I'm with you on your comments about cruise control! More adventure bike manufacturers need to make it the norm.

[@rfk76]

I've been watching your videos for quite some time and I totally enjoy the pace and "to-the-pointness" of this video. Good length and super content. Kudos for the t-shirt too 🙂

[@BigRockMoto]

Awesome, thank you!

[@roblepack]

I’m finally at peace with the buffeting on my 890 R Rally after lots of trial and error. Changed the windshield, removed winglets, Rottweiler mirrors, and added a 15 degree windshield tilt adapter. I also now ride with “electronic” noise cancelling earbuds that remove most of the remaining unpleasant noises against the helmet caused by buffeting. This last part might be controversial to some. I say give it a try if you also want to be at peace with buffeting. Good luck sorting this out. Great video!

[@Anath525]

I have been loving my Norden. I am currently at 3700 miles and it is my daily driver. Best motorcycle i've ever owned. I only have two gripes with this bike and I hope to fix them. Unfortunately they are mechanical issues such as the immobilizer antenna error preventing the bike being started for me fairly frequently. I will have the immobilizer replaced next week under warranty. But my main issue is when I have a passenger of 150+ lb or so, there is a truly awful nails on chalkboard metal on metal sound when I decelerate. I took it to the dealer and they can't find what is causing it. Other than that, this machine is truly a blessing.

[@nuur2825]

have you figured out what causes the sound?

[@Anath525]

@@nuur2825 I have not, I'm now at 9000 miles it still happens but it's way more subtle. I have give up on the sound and just accepted it as part of the bike. Bike runs flawlessly though .

[@philipparana9225]

I got mine and absolutely love it, is it completely refined, no, but it is better than many more refined bikes in my opinion. It is one of the easy bikes to ride for a adv bike.

[@stigsy5609]

You could try to remove the upper screws of the shield, put 1cm rubber discs under the screen and mount it with longer screws. For me it improved buffeting. The wind protection did not improve but the noise.

[@ClinttheGreat]

I did the same thing on my bike, except I used 1” spacers. The air that flows under and behind the windscreen prevents a vacuum behind the wind screen and subsequent buffeting from occurring.

[@jinxy2129]

Got the Norden primarily thanks to your reviews, since i was looking for a nimbler alternative to the GS. Yet, you can't compare it to the refinement of the R1250Gs. The wind protection is a big plus for the GS as well as the engine sound and overall feeling. Electronic suspensiom control is out of this world. The vibrations are more filtered on the GS and overall it feels much more premium than the Norden. Of course, it's almost 10000$ more expensive and a different class, but i regret getting the Norden instead of the GS.

[@JordanLedbetter]

Well at least KTM's are known for their reliability!

[@justsomedude445]

hard to imagine after reading the specs knowing its based on the ktm790/890 thats been out for years now so there are dozens of tests & reviews that anyone would think it would feel anything like the big gs ? its always a compromise the 901 is far far more off road oriented than a gs , if you liked the gs but wanted nimbler why not buy the 850 instead of the 1250 ? the up side is i bet you can sell it in a split second maybe even for every penny you paid for it as the new ones from what i hear are still pre sold///// if i had time to use em id have a 1250GS AND an 890R both

[@the.communist]

Look at it on the bright side: you saved 10000$

[@justsomedude445]

@@JordanLedbetter and bmw's ?? LoL id wager heavily youve not owned either

[@alexstatie7602]

@@justsomedude445 i stayed away from the 850 because it loses all the advantages of the 1250. It does not have the boxer engine, nor the suspension. I justified my purchase exactly by what you said: i will use it more off-road. And indeed, it's a bit more nimble and easier to pick up. Only problem is that the GS engine instantly puts a smile on your face while this one is: oh well... i did not have the chance to test ride it before buying, or it might have been a different decision. in a sterile environment, it's a great motorcycle, and probably the best of its class. parked next to the big GS...perspective changes. in an ideal world: buy both

[@jalapinya]

SavageGeese shirt, nice! Easily the best car content on youtube.

[@inrptn]

Thanks. I can't wait for a 3-way comparison of this, the T7, and the Tuareg 660.

[@davidc1961utube]

Three rather different bikes!

[@tonycarey1808]

Couldn't agree more! I'm loving the bike! I'm NOT getting 55mpg for sure because I'm pulling hard and cruising at 80! This bike is planted. The weight distribution is great, just enough on the front to really hammer some turns. The bike is very nimble in that I can easily do figure 8s in the H of 4 parking spaces. I too have a windshield extender that I picked up for $30 on sleazebay. I keep my fully extended up and about 1.5" infront of the main shield and it's dropped the buffeting substantially. I'm 6' 265lb. Great review - straight up. well done.

[@mag955i]

How does the bike feel at 80 on the hwy? I currently ride a 2011 r1200gs and am thinking of switching. How are the hwy vibrations? Thanks in advance!

[@tonycarey1808]

@@mag955i Rich - I never realize it until I look at the speedo - feels planted and smooth

[@arijoh3]

Can't wait to get my bike soon, and thanks to your videos I'm sure I've chosen the right bike. Greetings from Norway (Norden)

[@markmccall7260]

Hi Ian from France. Really interesting review as usual. I'm starting to think of upgrading from my Benelli TRK 502. I've travelled all over Europe and put 50K kms (31K miles) on it. Love it, and it is suprisingly capable, but I've had a few reliability issues and some more power would be nice. My head is saying VStrom 1050, but my heart is saying Norden. I've been left at the side of the road in foreign countries with the Benelli, and reliability is important to me (hence the VStrom idea). I'd like to do a bit of off road, but realistically most of my riding will be twisties, main roads and some all-day motorway rides. For the Norden I'm a bit concerned with potential reliability issues and the windshield. The VStrom is the safe bet, but less exotic. I'd love to hear your thoughts! (By the way, I don't own a car right now, so reliability is pretty important. Am I talking myself into the VStrom?)

[@ceva4085]

Another great video! Watching every minute of it :)), but still looking for a good T7 comparison. All the best from Romania!

[@BigRockMoto]

Thank you very much!

[@Porsche996driver]

That range and softer suspension definitely helps for touring. But it’s not quite a pack mule like a GS that you can load forever even with a pillion.

[@defylifeadventure]

100% agree with you on cruise control. I'd never go back to a long distance bike without it. Hell I even use it in the city and especially when passing speed cameras or average speed cameras.

[@markfarr2514]

Great review as always, this is the bike for me, especially here in Australia. 😊

[@davidwilley4524]

I looked at the bike at my local triumph dealer and the seat does look comfortable.Wider than most.It’s also a big bike physically.

[@hovishill2779]

A great review with some interesting points. Ref buffeting and the screen, ditch the mirrors and buy the CRG Arrow/Rottweiler mirrors and mounts for your barkbusters, apparently it reduces noise and turbulence to the helmet.

[@bigmikes901adventures]

i have the Arrow mirrors on my Barkbusters and didn't notice much change but the mirrors are darn near vibration free.

[@hovishill2779]

@@bigmikes901adventures which bike do you have them on mike?

[@bigmikes901adventures]

@@hovishill2779 I have the Norden 901 and installed Barkbusters and Storm hand guards and then the Arrow mirrors from Rottweiler Performance :)

[@pedrovazquez9146]

Dang it! Should I stop “adventurerizing” the V- Storm and trade it in!

[@hovishill2779]

@@pedrovazquez9146 not with you! Are you referring to the norden or the mirrors?

[@dylon537]

Just when I thought I settled on a potential new bike, you just had to post this review! Excellent content, thanks again for posting.

[@dirtrider17]

55 mph is 88 km/h. Turn your wind deflector 90 degrees to the windscreen at the highest point possible. It works pretty good. That’s how I run my 790r with the tall screen.

[@andrewlivingston92]

I was so excited for the bike to hit the market. You’re experiences and reviews just make me want it more. Thanks for being the Guinea pig for us all.

[@uytouytoo9944]

I am riding a ktm 390 adv, this is my dream bike. good review.thank you.

[@marclam2758]

What do you think?

[@uytouytoo9944]

@@marclam2758 about 390 adv?

[@windinthewillows6248]

I’m sure aftermarket company’s are working on replacement screens right now. MRA did a great job with the Honda AT adv sport 1100 screen, same issues and when they brought out the Variotouringscreen, it solved the problem for me.

[@motorcyclistfromholland8856]

Had a look at this bike and it looks absolutely stunning!

[@Brad-RB]

Nice video Ian. If the world doesn't end the 901 will replace my 701 in a few years.

[@Gofr5]

lol same here.......potentially. I have a few different bikes I'm eyeing up for the next few years. Until then, 701 goes on.

[@justsomedude445]

i went from a 690 to the 1090r in 2017 and the jump was huge in weight off road esp , this i think will be a real goldilocks once i get the ergo's just right 4-me

[@oldtimer3824]

LOL. My money is on the zombie apocalypse and $20 a gallon gas.

[@justsomedude445]

@@oldtimer3824 i wish i could argue against that

[@Brad-RB]

@@oldtimer3824 Right. I'm working on mounting a shotgun scabbard to my 701.

[@JDSFLA]

6:26 the 2023 901 Expedition has a taller windshield, so maybe this solves the turbulence problem you had.

[@juergenschramm]

It does definitely. I rode ~1000km with the original windshield and then exchanged it against the one from the Expedition model. It's like balm for the sould now. And only costs ~130€ here in Austria - which is indeed well spent money for this kind of upgrade :)

[@MathiasKarlssonErik]

Tested the bike for about 2h with a spoiler. It made it better, but whatever I did the wind noise was still horrible. Without earplugs I cannot ride it for longer than 15 mins above 50kmh/30mph. There WAS a larger "Touring"-Windshield in the EU configuration options, but within about a week it was gone again. Supply chain problems? Like so many other items?! I also have some other minor gripes like, clicking through the menu to control heated grips instead of dedicated buttons on the handle, buttons feel cheap, quickshifter not smooth, etc. #detailsMatter Not great, but I would be willing to live with it because the bike is so much fun, well balanced and looks awesome ... BUT the current windshield totally killed it for me ... I am so disappointed since I was so rooting for the norden. This also makes the Ténéré 700 default windscreen design even more impressive since it provides much better protection and no such horrible wind noise. For now I will probably go with the Tiger Rally Pro 900 (or 1200?) ... very similar package, but the windshield, heated grips, quickshifter, buttons, etc. just work without a fuss ... sure the Tiger is a bit less aggressive, weighs slightly more and does not have the special look ... but these Details really, really matter to me IFF Husky gets this stuff fixed and that quality matters ... I will probably look at it again ...

[@Resort_Fans]

Great to hear Clubby at MAD TV give you a shoutout on his Norden 901 review! Well done man! Those Aussies know quality when they see it. Keep up the detailed reviews.

[@garyhughes5901]

I love your reviews. I had a few bikes in my day. Nothing like the bikes of today. Getting a bit older and the wife said no more. Keep up the great reviews.

[@jgjgr4177]

Ok, good bike overall. But when the Ducati Desert X will arrive in USA (in July, I heard) you'll quickly forget about the Norden as happened with Aprilia Tuareg vs T7. Do you wanna bet?

[@justsomedude445]

it is always a compromise between on road and off road prowess , im digging the 901 so far but cannot wait until someone makes a taller better windshield and heavier springs for it , with that and the other mods and incoming parts i think it could be awesome. you have tested about every bike ive been interested in.. i have an appt on the 20th to do the first svcs at which time they will instal a whole bunch of accessories i bought inc the same pegs , i feel like a total dbag not doing it myself but i work 6 days a week trying to keep my own biz afloat which these days is a chore in this war against small biz climate and get a deal on the labor so ... but i cant wait to see and feel the transformation

[@oldtimer3824]

Time is money. It’s more time and cost-effective for me to pay for motorcycle maintenance, I like to spend my limited free time riding not wrenching.

[@justsomedude445]

@@oldtimer3824 i am in the same boat , but 20 years ago me would be teasing todays me in a big way

[@justsomedude445]

@@oldtimer3824 SO i wound up splurging on Tractive Extreme suspension , shock&fork drop ins , for this bike and holey crap batman this thing is pure magic , it works so darn good i feel like its cheating compared to any other bike ive had or ridden , 13000 miles now of big time smiles and trouble free riding

[@hajjcomb]

Great review. Too bad about the wind issues. I have the 890R and have been trying to solve the wind noise issue. It’s a shortcoming for sure.

[@papercut1987]

i think they came out with a taller windshield now, have you tried it? I'm also wondering if the problem is solved by now

[@Matt-xf7js]

Hey Ian, I absolutely love what you do. I watch all your youtube reviews. Do you think you can get your hands on the new Husqvarna Norden Expedition? Regards Matt from Australia. 🙂

[@gzahnd]

5:30 “I will never buy another bike without cruise control.” *Buys a Transalp* :-) I’m currently torn between these two bikes, and would totally do the same as you Ian.

[@aycanaydn1371]

I made 3500km tour this summer and my vstrom 800 makes my right shoulder disable. Cruise control is my first rule any more. I changed my suzuki to husky :)

[@sz5830]

Ian, every time i am ready to pull the trigger on a bike, here you come with the Norden and i am back to square 1. I did see it in person and loved it.

[@johnandrobinmccoy8305]

I laughed when you said this bike is making your GSA nervous. Thanks for the review.

[@mbonmons]

Excellent summary Ian! I'm really enjoying my Norden as well and fully agree with your review. I also have the Puig windscreen on my bike. It helps somewhat, but it's still poor at highway speeds compared to my previous bike (Tiger 800). For me the windshield is the only disappointing aspect of the bike. Based on your review it will be interesting to see which bike you take to ADV Fest. I'll see you there.

[@Jimo368]

Sounds like a great bike. Fuel mileage is impressive. Sometimes it takes a long time to get wind management sorted.

[@WillieJohnRidesAgain]

Looking forward to a review on the new Expedition model!

[@bazza8947]

I bought a Norden two days ago to replace my R1200GS just because of the ergonomics as I have a shoulder injury. BMW made it VERY hard to change the ergonomics on the GS and the bars are very wide. BMW use a handlebar with a 32mm clamp size with very few aftermarket options. The Norden is the opposite where you get set it up to your needs far easier and FAR cheaper. I have loved the GS for the 8 years I have owned it but the last 3 months of trying to sort out the ergonomics has been extremely frustrating

[@SigmaSheepdog]

Great review! I would dump the GS in a heartbeat and not look back. I cannot recall you ever being so enthusiastic about a specific motorcycle and it seems that the Norden fits your style of riding perfectly.

[@BigRockMoto]

Well said!

[@logancoffey93]

Thanks for your videos. Always very informative!!!

[@justsomedude445]

double take mirrors and the taller Husky parts touring windshield fixes this.......13,000 miles on now and more '$' in mods than i should admit to but this bike is pure magic ! biggest mod was suspension i bought Tractive Extreme from Teds Beemer shop rear shock and fork drop ins both custom set up for my weight and desired usage which totally transform this bike in personality making it still a better touring bike than an 890'r' but now i believe just as capable performance wise

[@LolithaBasnayake]

Great content Ian. Very concisely informative, practical and pro level advice. Of course I follow a lot of ADV journos, however, your channel is my go to when I’m in need of reliable and serious details. Keep up the good work 🇦🇺

[@gettinglostshow]

I'm actually building a seat right now and that insight was great. Nice review, thanks.

[@kawabungah20]

Oh, oh. The GS is getting nervous. Sounds like the trip was a blast. Are there any air leaks down lower in front that may be exacerbating the wind problem. The answer may not be just increasing the height of the windshield, especially since the Puig spoiler didn't help.... I'm going to look at your BMW F850 video again to check out the wind protection since you said the wind protection on that bike was so good. That bike had those cool-looking lower wind wings that may be helping it's comfort level. Good luck with your search.

[@andrewtreloar7389]

Another awesome, no-holes-barred, in-depth and accurate review Ian. So, its a 9.5/10?

[@tiankata1]

Beautiful adventure motorcycle with very original style! Good Job Husqvarna

[@rossarmstrong1053]

Dude, your reviews are top notch. Also, this is a great looking bike.

[@danebrewer10]

I second the seat- it's got loads of room to move around on too, and once you've moved, you stay there, not slide back into the trough like some, you can sit right at the front, way back when you're in the faster straight roads, or in the buddle- and for me at least, the pegs didn't interfere when you out your feet down.....I don't think enough people seem to address how good it is to have a seat where you're not restricted to one position...

[@toddrichards7720]

Hi Ian, great meeting you at the Noobs Rally and thanks again for letting me swing a leg over the bike. I'll be looking for one around this time next year, hopefully someone puts out a decent windscreen option by then.

[@mehdimirza8777]

What about Technically explaining horse power and Torque. Speed comparison with other bikes engine Reliability and brake down????

[@michaelahr1]

Awesome video as always - i'm not even interested in a bike this big (being a dirt 1st rider) but I enjoy your channel and content so much that I watch all the videos anyway. thank you

[@elgringoec]

Thanks Ian. I understand the point about being parents to young children.

[@gregjoubert5118]

Love the content and the time and energy you put into your videos shows. Also love how deep and honest you get into the bikes you test. I am very excited about this bike. I would love if at some point you could compare it to the Africa Twin and the 2022 ATAS DCT you raved about in your last review of it. These are the bikes myself and guessing others may be cross shopping. Keep up the good work!

[@dandersonjr]

I had a 2018 KTM SAR and it was really too big and top heavy for my style of riding so I traded it in after 5 years and bought a Husky 701. Really like this bike a lot and for me more fun to ride but not a great traveling bike. The 901 really interests me so in another 4 years or so I might be looking at one of these depending of course on what changes they plan on doing to it in the future. Thanks.

[@tonydrabsch2236]

Eagle screens in Australia make multiple screens for the 901

[@renaatmarchand5852]

Great review! I am waiting and waiting for my Norden to arrive here in Victoria BC which gave me time to get confused and doubtful. A used GS came creeping in but your amazingly detailed report convinced me to keep waiting for the Norden. Thank you

[@johngenis344]

Try putting some notches in the windshield like other windshields of course without saying make sure you plan well and measure well you only get one chance to cut it helps other bikes with windshields they always have Cuts in them to try to solve that problem of buffering good luck

[@2wheelsandatent]

Just clicked on this I’ve been waiting to hear this one! Thanks !

[@BigRockMoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@harveybjackson203]

Well done you have leaning heavily toward this is I am 6’0 250 30 in inseam

[@PolarbearsandPandas]

Givi do a great windscreen for these and it only costs £100 I don't know what that is in USD but it helps keep the wind off you.

[@Hoshi_Toranaga]

That is some awesome Info thank you very much.

[@OneOldManRiding]

Great overview. I cannot wait to hear an update at 10K miles. So far, it seems to be nearly ideal for ADV Touring. - Frank

[@monunyabidness5949]

It'd be great if you told us how tall you are/ how long your inseam is so we can judge for ourselves if your fit to the bike is similar to ours.

[@andrewmundenandcadfellmast4624]

Have you taken the mirrors off to check for turbulence? Those big fat round mirrors may be contributing a lot to noise and buffeting.

[@peter.knupffer]

Thank you for this honest and deep review. I'm in love with this bike. I wonder if you'll try different tyres on it. Though those Pirellis lolly like they are doing great 👍🏼

[@braaaaaaaaaaap]

Reppin' Savagegeese!!!!! Hell yea. Love you both :)

[@niallleslie7419]

Dear Ian, Possibly try California Scientific for a windshield to suit. They made a very good job of a Guzzi Stelvio one for me ( I'm 6'6" ). Thanks and good luck, Niall.

[@johngraham5978]

Great review! Im looking at the 2024 Norden 901 expedition right now. Trying to decide between this and a Tiger? Did you change out your mirrors also? 😊

[@Kostas901]

Great job Ian! Thanks!

[@passinthru4328]

The Norden 901 is an impressive looking bike and your detailed review make it a good value as well. I can see why your GS is getting nervous. ;-)

[@briancarroll2443]

Windshields are a lot like seats, great in the showroom but not so great on the road. I tried 3 different windshields on my 990 Adventure, finally settled on the stock shield with a deflector like you have on the 901. That helped, but the biggest benefit came from taking the visor off my Scorpion AT950 helmet. Don't have the cool kid look anymore, but my 990 sounds so bad ass pulling into Starbucks that it doesn't matter..... lol

[@darren1922]

The Norden looks great! If I didn't have my 790R, I'd be buying this bike. It looks awesome in person at Noobs!

[@0HARE]

Thanks for the thorough, informative review. This looks like the bike for me. Happy Trails

[@yorkchris10]

I think team orange must be happy they own a suspension company. If your riding style changes, you've got OEM bolt-on options . There are theoretical advantages to certain lubrication though.

[@velocita6907]

Great and honest review....thanks.

[@jamessmith9786]

Nervous GS huh? Loan it to me for the summer & I'll put it through some therapy. Great series of videos on an intriguing motorcycle.

[@sandumola]

The F850gsa you can ride for hours on end, without any buffeting/ windnoise 😉 The Norden looks good, any issues yet? I enjoy your videos!

[@michaelmarkin1532]

I also ride an 850 GSA Ralleye. I feel that it is an underrated bike. Love everything about it fro on road and off-road performance to looks and comfort.

[@jakubpla]

Great review and love the Savagegeese t-shirt 😁

[@laurentmoreau3115]

Again, a nice video. Any early thoughts on reliability?

[@erikstenberg3122]

Best content out there.

[@JohannesDalenMC]

Is it possible to remove the windshield entirely? If so, try that and see how that works. I tried pretty much all the windshields available for my V Strom 650, and it was simply terrible. Then I removed the windshield completely and it was FANTASTIC. A bit counter intuitive, but a smaller windshield can often be better than a bigger.

[@MathiasKarlssonErik]

technically yes, but then "soft" parts of the cockpit, like the GPS mount, will be exposed

[@JohannesDalenMC]

@@MathiasKarlssonErik Good point Mathias. Perhaps a shorter screen would still shield the instruments, and not create buffeting wind?

[@Bart_Roets]

I installed the lower windshield from the r on my 890 adventure. And it’s indeed the better solution over the windshield extension.

[@MassivelyHeavy]

Word…the windscreen blows. I’m 6’3” and the NorTex wind on the highway is like boxing with Mike Tyson. Other than that….one other complaint….I’ve got a mystery coolant leak that keeps sending the bike back to the shop. Doesn’t show itself on short rides…but after the bike gets hot from a longer ride….I find drips/puddles of coolant on the garage floor the next day from where it’s pooled up in the skid plate and dripped out. The shop cant locate the source and neither can I. They thought they found it at the hose clamp and replaced it with a heavier one…but no bueno. So I took it back again and the shop is dumbfounded. I’ve found a few other reports on the internet RE the same issue to include some of the other Husky models. Anyway…once that’s sorted the windscreen will be my only gripe. I contacted several manufacturers RE developing a windscreen for the Norden as it will be a gold mine for the first one to win the race.

[@doc650adventures]

Great info Ian! Thanks a bunch! You really do a wonderful and honest review of new bikes. Cheers!

[@BigRockMoto]

Glad you like them!

[@leethompson4393]

Great video Ian, keep up the great work.

[@BigRockMoto]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@uttamgala7186]

Haha I love that you're rocking a SavageGeese shirt.

[@podunkman2709]

U're happiest guy in the world to live there. 🇵🇱🇺🇸

[@densamme1752]

You should put some tell-tale on the windscreen and it's edges to see if the wind moves as you think it is on the spoiler and wind shield. From the profile of the windshield on the top and the spoiler you have mounted on your desert shot the spoiler could make the problem worse by making the low pressure area in the cockpit move forward. What I would suggest is a curld edge on the windshield or a "reverse" spoiler. This should be placed close to the original windshield and have a wider gap at the bottom than the top (relative to the windshield) projecting a windshear upwards, thereby enlarging the low pressure zone in the cockpit. Beware that a bigger pressure difference can make the low pressure zone collapse from the sides

[@vernsterkcufouy1462]

With the Norden being built by KTM, what is the reliability? Number one thing on my list if doing long distances away from civilization. And what about the service network? What's the best height and what options are there for lowering?

[@bruceramseyramsey2605]

Nice job as usual. Savage geese man...