As we anticipated, Husqvarna introduced a brand new Norden 901 Expedition, including a extra adventure-capable mannequin to its lineup. Equipped with longer-travel suspension and coming customary with plenty of equipment similar to waterproof baggage, the Norden 901 Expedition carries an MSRP of $15,799, a $1,300 premium over the common Norden 901.
The engine stays the identical 889 cc Parallel-Twin because the common Norden 901, sharing the identical DNA because the engine from its Pierer Mobility cousin, the KTM 890 Adventure. Peak efficiency figures are the identical 103 hp at 8,000 rpm and 73.8 lb-ft. at 6,500 rpm claimed by the common Norden.
The electronics are additionally much like the bottom mannequin, with cornering ABS, cornering traction management, torque management, motor slip regulation, and cruise management as customary. The Norden 901’s three experience modes, Street, Offroad, and Rain, carry over, however the Expedition additionally features the customizeable Explorer mode as customary.
The tubular chromium-molybdenum metal body and metal trellis subframe are additionally unchanged, providing a steadiness between gentle weight and power.
Husqvarna swapped out the Norden 901’s WP APEX 43 fork for a completely adjustable 48 mm WP-XPLOR inverted fork with 9.4 mm of journey. Likewise, the WP APEX monoshock was changed with a XPLOR shock with a progressive damping system (PDS) and adjustable preload, excessive and low pace compression, and rebound damping.
The Expedition additionally comes customary with a steering damper, and the body could also be fitted with an adjustable offroad steering damper.
We don’t know the Norden 901 Expedition’s seat top but, however we count on will probably be greater than the bottom Norden’s seat which is adjustable between 33.6 and 34.4 inches. We do know the Expedition presents 10.6 inches of floor clearance in comparison with the common mannequin’s 9.9 inches of clearance.
The Norden 901 Expedition comes with spoked tubeless rims, with a 21-inch entrance and 18-inch rear wheel. Pirelli gives the Scorpion Rally STR tires.
For improved touring functionality, the Norden 901 Expedition comes with a tall windscreen, heated grips, a heated rider seat, and a set of waterproof facet baggage, providing 18 liters of storage per facet. The 5.0 gallon gas tank is unchanged from the Norden 901, with Husqvarna claiming the identical gas consumption of 52 mpg.
Completing the package deal are a middle stand, a heavy obligation skid plate, and good cellphone connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation, all beforehand supplied as separate equipment for the common Norden. With all of the added elements, it’s no shock that the Expedition is heavier than the bottom Norden, tipping the scales at a claimed 472.9 kilos (with out gas), a 23-pound weight distinction.
The 2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition is predicted to reach in showrooms this month.
2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition Specifications | |
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MSRP | $15,799 |
Engine Type | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, Parallel-Twin, liquid cooled with water/oil warmth exchanger |
Displacement | 889 cc |
Bore x Stroke | 90.7 mm x 68.8 mm |
EMS | Bosch EMS with RBW |
Horsepower | 103 hp at 8,000 rpm (claimed) |
Torque | 73.8 lb-ft. at 6,500 rpm (claimed) |
Starter | Electric starter |
Lubrication | Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
Clutch | PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
Transmission | 6-speed |
Chain | 520 X-Ring |
Frame | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel body utilizing the engine as burdened aspect, powder coated |
Front Suspension | 48 mm WP XPLOR-USD fully-adjustable inverted fork, 9.4 mm of journey |
Rear suspension | WP Xplor PDS totally adjustable monoshock, 9.4 mm of journey |
Ground clearance | 10.6 inches |
Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper, 320 mm discs |
Rear brake | 2 piston floating caliper, 60 mm disc |
ABS | Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable) |
Rake | 25.8° |
Weight | 472.9 kilos (with out gas, claimed) |
Fuel Capacity | 5.0 gallons |
Fuel Economy | 52 mpg (claimed) |
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