Norden 901

The Husqvarna Motorcycles Norden 901 finally hits dealer floors. First shown to great acclaim as a concept model at the EICMA Show in 2019, Husqvarna Motorcycles has built true offroad ability into an exceptional adventure travel motorcycle that keeps going when the tarmac roads end. 

Inspired by Husqvarna Motorcycles multi-terrain Rally machines, the Norden 901 is built to cover long distances across challenging, diverse landscapes. Fast, fun, nimble and above all capable, this is a motorcycle to make even the longest riding days rewarding, no matter how far the rider chooses to go, on road or off. 

The Norden 901 brings a tough yet lightweight approach to the midclass adventure sector. A smooth and torquey 899 cc, 105 hp parallel twin engine powers the Norden 901 while balancer shafts minimise vibration. The engine is housed in a light steel trellis frame, prepared to carry rider, luggage, and passenger to the furthest points of the compass across any terrain, assisted by WP APEX suspension with long travel. Large diameter 21'' front and 18'' rear wheels roll easily over obstacles on the trail. For all its exemplary offroad ability, the Norden 901 also offers unrivalled comfort and agility on tarmac. 

A rider headed deep into unknown territory needs to know they can rely on their machine in extreme situations. Therefore, the Norden 901 braking system is backed up by switchable Bosch Cornering ABS with Street and Offroad modes. Husqvarna Motorcycles' lean-angle sensitive Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC) is also there to assist, with particular attention having been paid to its levels of offroad assistance. 

Making every journey an adventure beyond the horizon, the Norden 901 offers three selectable ride modes as standard (Street, Rain, Offroad) and an optional Explorer mode to deal with every circumstance the rider might meet. An Easy Shift function allows for clutchless changes up and down the six-speed gearbox while a Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC) maintains rear wheel composure. 

Technical highlights: 

• Chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame with engine as stressed member
• 889 cc parallel-twin engine with 105 hp peak power and 100 Nm of torque
• Adjustable WP APEX suspension provides exceptional comfort both on the street and offroad
• Three selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Offroad) and optional Explorer mode
• Cutting-edge, switchable cornering ABS with Offroad mode
• Ride-by-wire throttle
• Easy Shift function
• Cornering-sensitive traction control allows for nine levels of adjustable rear wheel slip (in Explorer mode)
• Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC)
• Tubeless spoked wheels and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres for peak performance on the street and offroad
• Large capacity, 19-litre fuel tank provides an extended range of up to 400 km
• Optional Connectivity Unit provides turn-by-turn navigation, telephone call reception and music selection functionality from the rider's smartphone