Just one year after the release of Norden 901, Husqvarna added a new member to the Norden family: Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition. The Expedition takes everything that’s great about the Norden 901 and makes it even more terrain-ready with an upgraded suspension, 36-litre side bags, windshield, heated handles and seats.
Norden 901 Expedition is equipped with the same 8-valve, DOHC, 889cc parallel engine as in KTM’s Norden 901 and 890 Adventure/R. On both the Norden 901 and Expedition models, that engine makes 105 horsepower and 74 pound-feet of torque.
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The new suspension on the Expedition gives it an edge over the regular Norden 901, providing 9.4 inches of travel front and rear compared to 8.7 inches front and 8.5 inches rear of the Norden 901. Fork The 48mm WP EXPLOR reverse is adjustable for compression and rebound, and the WP XPLOR shock absorber is fully adjustable. Suspension gives the Expedition 10.6 inches of ground clearance compared to 9.9 inches of the standard Norden 901.
Both Norden 901 models are equipped with 21-inch tubeless spoke wheels at the front and 18 inches at the rear and Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires for both off-road and off-road performance. Offroad ABS is standard, and the Easy Shift function allows the driver to shift gears up or down without a clutch with the help of a Slipper Clutch to smooth out any clumsy shifts.
The 5-gallon fuel tank gives the rider a maximum range of 248 miles. The rotating molded fuel tank places most of the volume low and in front of the engine to lower the center of gravity and allow the driver to move more freely between driving positions. The Expedition also received a heavy duty slide plate made of 4mm laser-cut aluminum.
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The Expedition is more all-terrain ready as soon as it arrives in the showroom with the addition of a number of previously optional accessories. For example, the Expedition comes standard with a side pocket system made from tubular steel and a side pocket set with two water-resistant pockets. Each bag has an 18 liter capacity, waterproof roll closure and welded seams. Heated grips, heated seats and a new windshield will keep adventurers comfortable in adverse conditions.
The 5-inch TFT instrument panel allows the driver to adjust the display to show the trip meter, range and fuel consumption as well as water temperature, while all driving modes and ABS settings are always on. display. Expedition also features a Husqvarna Connected Device that connects to a smartphone for Turn-by-Turn navigation, answering phone calls and playing music.
Although the Norden 901 Expedition is made to be ready to drive right out of the box, Husqvarna also offers a wide range of accessories and extras, such as Akrapovič Slip-on silencers, Touratech boxes to replace standard luggage, Factory Racing footrest and radiator guard. grille.
Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition 2023 is now priced at $15,799, an increase of $1,300 compared to the Norden 901 2023. Find more details about the Norden 901 Expedition 2023. Husqvarna’s website.
