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Husqvarna Releases Up-Spec’d Norden 901 Expedition

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Back in January, we found evidence that Husqvarna was working on an uprated version of their hit adventurer, the Norden 901; today, that beastie has been rolled out to benefit our good industry of versatile tourers – and she’s touting a rather nice $15,799 USD price tag.

Let’s dig into the particulars, shall we?

The Norden 901 Expedition is a more all-inclusive Norden 901, with accessories as standard for the ‘premium’ factor and suspension to die for. The same 889cc heart runs 105hp and 100Nm of pull with the original WP APEX unit upgraded to the same system found in the KTM 890 Adventure R. The end result is a fully adjustable WP XPLOR unit with 20mm of extra travel and “the opportunity to fine-tune the compression, rebound, and preload settings to create a personalized set-up.”

Eager to try your setup out in the wild but not sure which setting to choose?

Here’s solid evidence that a random herding of camels will prove a content bottom while generating an aesthetic almost as untouchable as the luscious locks of your newfound dromedary pals.

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Norden's all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.
Norden’s all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.

Naturally, uprated floating duties lead to an increased wheelbase, a 21mm higher seat, and a ground clearance increase of 18mm – all of which benefit the machine’s purported ~20lb weight increase from 449.7lb to 472.8lb (sans fuel).

For hardware, the Norden 901 Expedition carries a switchable ABS with Offroad mode and another three (Street, Rain, and Explorer) to complement the bike’s Easy Shift function, Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC) and cornering-sensitive traction control to “allow for nine levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Explorer mode).”

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Norden’s all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.

Part of the perk with the Norden’s Expedition is that benefits like adjustable heated grips, a Touring Windshield, and a pre-fitted 36L Side Bag Set come as standard; these are typically a part of Husqvarna Motorcycles’ Technical Accessories and only available for an extra bit of green, so it’s nice to see Husqvarna toss all that on with the new center stand, engine guard, and Connectivity Unit to boot.

Norden's all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.


Speak of the devil, downloading Huskie’s app will give riders connectivity via Bluetooth, with everything from downloadable maps, Turn-by-Turn+ navigation, Call-In, Call-Out, and the ability to view real-time traffic information available mid-scoot.

Of course, where would Huskie’s new addition be without a Functional Apparel Collection to make her look good? Expect to see some seriously matchy-matchy Huskers out on the 2023 roads (and sporting some serious tunes, too, with the volume controls right on the handlebars).

Norden's all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.
Norden’s all-new 2023 Norden 901 Expedition model. Media sourced from Husqvarna.

Do you like the Norden 901 Expedition? Take a gander at the technical specifications below, and be sure to leave us your thoughts.

2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition Specs​

Norden 901Norden 901 Expedition
Engine type2 cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC parallel twin2 cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC parallel twin
Displacement889 cc889 cc
Bore/stroke90.7/68.8 mm90.7/68.8 mm
Compression ratio13.5:113.5:1
Starter/batteryElectric starter/12V 10AhElectric starter/12V 10Ah
Transmission6 gears6 gears
Fuel systemDKK Dellorto (Throttle body 46 mm)DKK Dellorto (Throttle body 46 mm)
Control4 valves per cylinder / DOHC4 valves per cylinder / DOHC
LubricationPressure lubrication with 2 oil pumpsPressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
Engine oilMotorex, Power Synth SAE 10W-50Motorex, Power Synth SAE 10W-50
Primary drive39:7539:75
Final drive16:4516:45
CoolingLiquid-cooled with water/oil heat exchangerLiquid-cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
ClutchCable-operated PASC Slipper clutchCable-operated PASC Slipper clutch
Engine management/ignitionBosch EMS with RBWBosch EMS with RBW
Traction controlMTC (lean angle sensitive, 3-Mode, disengageable, Explorer mode opt.)MTC (lean angle sensitive, 3-Mode, disengageable, Explorer mode standard)
FrameChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coatedChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
SubframeChromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis, powder coatedChromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis, powder coated
Handlebar Aluminum, tapered, Ø 28/22 mm Aluminum, tapered, Ø 28/22 mm
Front SuspensionWP APEX-USD Ø 43 mmWP XPLOR-USD Ø 48 mm
AdjustabilityCompression, ReboundCompression, Rebound, Preload
Rear SuspensionWP APEX-MonoshockWP XPLOR-Monoshock
AdjustabilityRebound, PreloadCompression high/low speed
Rebound, Preload
Suspension travel front/rear220 mm / 215 mm240 mm / 240 mm
Front brake2 x 4-piston caliper, radially mounted, brake disc Ø 320 mm2 x 4-piston caliper, radially mounted, brake disc Ø 320 mm
Rear brake2-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 260 mm2-piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 260 mm
ABSBosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and Offroad mode, disengageable)Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and Offroad mode, disengageable)
Wheels front/rearTubeless Aluminum spoked wheels 2.50 x 21”; 4.50 x 18”Tubeless Aluminum spoked wheels 2.50 x 21”; 4.50 x 18”
Tires front/rearPirelli Scorpion Rally STR 90/90 R 21; 150/70 R 18Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 90/90 R 21; 150/70 R 18
ChainX-Ring 520X-Ring 520
SilencerStainless steel primary and secondary silencerStainless steel primary and secondary silencer
Steering head angle25.8°25.8°
Triple clamp offset30 mm30 mm
Trail106.9 mm106.9 mm
Wheelbase1,513 mm ± 15 mm / 59.5 in ± 0.6 in1,529 mm ± 15 mm / 60.1 in ± 0.6 in
Ground clearance252 mm / 9.9 in270 mm / 10.6 in
Seat height854 / 874 mm; 33.6 / 34.4 in875 / 895 mm; 34.4 / 35.2 in
Tank capacity (approx.)19.0 liters / 5.0 gallons19.0 liters / 5.0 gallons
Dry Weight201 kg / 443.1 lb211.5 kg / 466.2 lb
Weight (without fuel, approx) 204 kg / 449.7 lb214.5 kg / 472.8 lb
ABS ModesStreet (cornering sensitive) / OffroadStreet (cornering sensitive) / Offroad
Ride ModesStreet, Rain, Offroad, Explorer optionalStreet, Rain, Offroad, Explorer standard
Engine Management SystemsMTC, MSR, Easy ShiftMTC, MSR, Easy Shift
Cruise ControlOriginal EquipmentOriginal Equipment
Heated grips & seatsTechnical AccessoriesRider seat and grips are heated
Connectivity (TA*)Turn-by-Turn+ Navigation*, Call-In*, Call-Out*, Music Selection*Connectivity Unit, Turn-by-Turn+ Navigation, Call-In, Call-Out, Music Selection
Technical Accessories availableConnectivity Unit, TPMS, heated grips & seatsTPMS

*Media sourced from Husqvarna’s recent press release*​


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