I bought a HUSQVARNA NORDEN 901 EXPEDITION
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- Опубліковано 19 гру 2023
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Is the Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition the best "out of the box" Adventure touring bike on the market.
In this video I go through what I like, what I don't like and will change, AND what i'll have to learn to live with.
All the specs for the Norden can be found in this link.
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Sounds about right, it's a twin spinning like a single. Not like the I4's we both grew up abusing.
Congrats on the new bike, I’ve had the standard version since Feb and love it. Safe travels
I am looking forward to your adventures on the Norden 901. I have a 2023 standard version and I love it.
I purchased 901 expedition about 7 months ago. I love it ! Put on a little larger Puig wind screen.
As an owner of this rockstar, I totally agree your comments! I love this bike! 😊
Great looking big bike.
Awesome. Now the real
Adventures begin.
That’s a nice looking bike. Looks heavy and a little like the cfmoto 800mt. Ear plugs will help with the noise I guess and after a bit you’ll not even hear it. Should be great for the longer outback tracks as you’ll be comfy and those lights/spots will be awesome out there.
I bought my 701 from Oliver's, I used to race when Michael was racing.
I considered the 901 Expedition and still may buy one in future. Big heavy girl though... Holes or winglets or different hand guards.
She's a beaut, great choice ride safe!
Bloody nice looking bit of kit mate🤘
Sounds like your over the moon with it Steve, and you've done what so many don't do, buy a bike that suits their needs, not just have to have the latest and greatest.
Congrats, ride safe, and most of all, have fun.
Thanks mate. I’ve bought sexy new bikes in the past. Some stayed, most I regretted. Hopefully this one is a head choice.
Nice One enjoy the new wheels.
I'm really glad you bought this bike because it's at the top of my list for my next bike purchase at least at this particular point in time. I wanted someone similar to me in age and size to give this bike a true workout and not some journalist at a manufacturers sponsored event. Thanks.
Thanks mate, I won’t get out and off road until mid Jan, but I’m looking forward to putting it through its paces. Next Norden video will hopefully be very helpful to you.
Listening to you in this vid was like listening exactly to my own reasoning for buying my 890 AR . Good alternative choice to orange.
It has to make sense. 🤷♂️
Great looking bike well done! Look forward to you first big ride.
Moving north in Feb just up the road from you, might catch up sometime.
Shout out when you get up here. Always up for a ride 👍
I've had mine since May '23 and love it. First thing I did was swap out those factory bags for some Bumot soft panniers and Double take mirrors. Definitely spot on about the wind coming up from the handlebars between the mirrors and the windscreen for me though. The other thing that has bugged me was the heat from the left side radiator that blows right on my knee, but I have since added a small deflector that seems to be working out great for this. Hope you enjoy the bike I sure have so far.
Thanks mate. I’m really enjoying the bike. Haven’t spent as much time on it as I’d like but I think we will get on well.
Congratulations Steve! Seems like a awesome bike 🙂
Thanks mate. I’m looking forward to getting it dirty.
I’ve got 9,000 miles on my Expedition and have no complaints.
Love it.
Congrats and enjoy!
🏍️💨
Good to hear! Thanks for dropping in.
Nah sounds like my mums Singer 😂😂😂😂 Good job mate. Nice review where I've seen a very inclusive review and probably for me as person with shorter stature is what is the seat height range low to high.
Cheers happy rolling, ongoing speedy recovery and a merry Christmas to you Mrs Buttons and families.
LOL, thanks mate I won’t be doing sewing hems anytime soon. Check the link in the vid info for the 901 website I think it’s got the specs for the seat height. Even on low it’s only just a flat foot for me, it’s a very tall bike. They might do a lowering kit, not something I’ve ever had to worry about 😂😂😇
Have a safe Christmas and I look forward to catching up next year.
Got to admit it’s a nice looking bike and a good price for what it delivers.
Will be fun seeing your adventures in it. And I’m sure if you have any issues with it you will share it rather than cover it up.
I got a good deal for sure, and I won’t be hiding any issues with the bike.
Stand by for the next video. 😂😂😂
Mate awesome run down of the machine, she's HUGE too!! Love a big bike! Going to be really keen to know your thoughts about off road performance, one of my neighbours has. 901 and just loves it! Can't wait to se eher in the flesh!
Thanks mate, hopefully it won’t be too long into the year before I can get down that way.
Hey mate fellow Norden Expedition owner here. The head mechanic at my local dealer has one too with the rottweiler mirrors on the handguards. I test rode it and there is hardly any buffeting compared to mine, I actually think the mirrors cause a lot of it.
There is also a few good clips on here of guys fitting an aftermarket timing chain tensioner (mostly to the Duke 890, but same engine) that seems to take away the rattle.
Interesting, I have a set of mirrors on my 701 I will try and see if it makes a difference. I’ll wait until it’s got a few more Ks before make changes in the motor, ear plugs for now. Thanks for the tips. 👍🤛
The power parts pre-filter is well worth getting. Works exactly as advertised and you can carry a spare prefilter under the seat on trips, 60 seconds to change. I’ve cleaned the pre-filter four times now and the main filter is still spotless, haven’t had to touch it yet.
Keep an eye on that rattle. If it ever increases get the cams checked asap however when normal they sound like a bag of spanners so it’s hard to tell.
😂😂😂 thanks the tip.
Roxette is a gorgeous girl!
This is the first time I’ve see the Expedition without the factory bags on, I like the looks of the luggage racks. I use the Giant Loop Great Basin and put on Touratech luggage racks because that’s what the 1290 had on it and I kept the hard cases when I traded for the 890. But the Touratech racks are the typical large square racks. Your racks look so much more streamlined.
Took me time to get used to the engine noise as well. Now I don’t even notice it.
I’ve still got the cat but threw on a Camel ADV heat shield for the time being.
Congratulations on a great bike Steve and I look forward to “Wheelies with Roxette” in the future! 😊
Thanks mate. I’m not sure how much weight the racks will take, they don’t seem very sturdy. I’ll try the throw over bags first, I prefer the soft panniers so if I need to upgrade the racks I will. I’ll check out the heat shield, thanks for the tip.
UA-cam won’t let me use any of the good Roxette music or covers, so it’s the name only.
@@BigBikeAdventures Ahhh, I was getting mixed up on the soft luggage... horseshoe vs pannier. My bad.
UA-cam, being party poopers. They'd best watch out for Ms Buttons! 🤣
Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas to you, Ms Buttons, your family and friends.
And all the UA-cam Hooligans as well.
🎅🤶🎄🎁
I have en Expedition since middle March and 20.000 km on her. I love it, except the engine heat. I have in my channel a 16.000
Km review for the Expedition
Thanks mate, I’ll check it out
Nice bike!
Nice bike❤
Dirt tricks cam chain tensioner will sort out engine noise. Also need to do a side stand switch delete.
I'm interested to know if adding holes in the hand guards helps that's something I had not even thought about 👍
Thanks Steve, now I know 95% more about the Norden than I did 30 mins ago. Interesting about the buffeting, just a thought, but could you level off the hand protectors but cutting them down a little horizontally?
There has to be a solution, I can’t be the only one with the issue,
Don't need explain why you bought it you don't have to. You bought it because you like it and that counts for a lot.You also live in pat of the world you can use it for the purpose it was intended in many parts of the world you can't ride off road and these days some people are so critical of the different make bikes which on the whole are all pretty good going back to the sixties an off road bike would have triumph road bike with a pair of nobley tyres fitted so today we are spoiled by choice and you have chosen well cheers Keith uk
It's an impressive looking bike. I like them but no dealers near me so bought an Africa Twin.
AT is not a bad option. I’m not straying to far from Honda.
You see some of the standard additions on that bike - especially the ergonomics, placement of the things under the seat you need to get at, and the protection, and wonder why all "Adv" bikes don't come with them, so well done the Husky crew!
Wow - it certainly is big, Steve (yeah, nah don't tell me where you've heard THAT before) 😆🤣
Easy trackside serviceability is so good on these bikes, if I have ever said anything positive about the KTM’s it’s the placement of stuff we need to check regularly on big trips. Especially when riding mostly off road.
Yes David, it is big, everyone says that when they see it first for the first time. Some are even saying it’s too big and it won’t fit. But then it’s not called Big Bike Adventures for nothing. 😂😂😂
@@BigBikeAdventures 😂😂
Hi, thanks for your video.
We have the same bodyshape. Could you make a video from the side while standing on the bike ?
I am a bit afraid that my beerbelly will touch the tank. Just want to be sure about that. Thank you in advance.
A lot of the engine noise in both the 701 & 901 are to do with the hydraulic timing chain tensioner, so there are aftermarket spring loaded options that delete the engine oil feed and are self tensioning and prevent the guide slap. Do some research mate you eill be pleasantly surprised.
I have a Barotec guage fittee to my 701 which reads the oil pressure from that tensioner so unless I get pressure elsewhere and fit that new tensioner I'll be putting up with the rattles too. 👍
Thanks mate I’ll check it out. 👍
This bike has me almost willing to part with my triumph scrambler1200xe . Dont think I can bring myself to though
Um monstro de tamanho, bem robusta, que for comprar não pode ser baixo
You! should of got a Pan america. I had this same bike and the problems with it were extensive to say the least. really disapaaointing.I have had my Pan now for a few months and WOW!!!!!!!!what a bike. Cheers
Weird comment but ok.
I’ll be doing a comparison with a PA in the coming months. We shall see.
Can you tell us what kind of problems you had with your Norden?
I considered the Pan America but it’s a lot heavier.
Great review. The engine noise is brutal and combine that with the headlight shape, I'm going to have to strike the Norden off my list.
There’s so many great bikes to choose from.
Yep, there are for sure. I think the Norden is a great bike, but the aesthetics of the headlight just ruins it for me. I appreciate retro, but the light just looks out of place on a bike that screams modern. Thanks for your review. Merry Christmas from 🇨🇦
Mosko R80L worked well over the factory rack. Clear of any plastics and exhaust, tight to the bike with plenty of places to tie. Rear 3 ties were the only not awesome part attaching to the factory top rack, but worked fine.
I did a rough fit of the RL80 this morning and it looks like it will work well, better fully loaded. With the outside rear straps I went to the rack bar in front of the indicator, the centre strap to the rear rack, very snug. 👌👍
I have the RL80L V4.0. My expedition will arrive in March 24. Do you really think, it is better to keep the factory racks mounted? BTW: I will replace the rear luggage rack by the NiceCNC rack for the expedition. Lots of attachment points and even a possibility to mount the MoskoMoto Gnoblin which I believe is a very useful piece of kit.
I’ll do a “fit the luggage” video and show how it’s set up. I think under seat access might be a problem but that might just be my first attempt at fitting the RL80.
Steve, great video, full with good information. May I kindly ask you to let us know how tall you are? Best regards Klaus
Thanks Klaus - 186cm As I said in the video, seat set to high is good for me on road but I"ll move it to low when off road.
Sorry, I didn’t hear that. I will have my expedition in March 24. I am 178cm tall and during my test rides in the street it felt all right with the seat in the low position. But i am a bit afraid about off road and wide whether I should install the lowering kit. Well… I will find out.
Rally pegs (bigger and wider is better), bark busters to protect the levers are the only “needs” I think. I installed the rally seat, motoz rallz rubber and outback motortek pannier racks.
Only thing I am still chasing is a more vertical screen, I want the wind protection but find when riding hard off-road I hit my head on the standard screen, it slopes back too far,
I think I’ll change the screen as well, it’s does look like it will be an issue off road.
I’ll try the soft throw over luggage on the existing racks but if I have to will add the Outback Motortek racks for the soft luggage. The heat from the cat is my first concern to address.
@@BigBikeAdventures the Puig one looks like it may give a little more clearance as it looks a bit more vertical, hard to tell without a direct side by side comparison. Surprised no one has actually done the comparison. Personally I kept the cigarette lighter plug. I run a direct plugin air compressor with the bike running for pumping up tyres. I considered the usb plug change but the standard socket gives a lot of options.
i love this bike. i sat on it and thought it was surprisingly light. but i am so apprehensive of the height. at 5"10 i wish it was a little shorter.
The standard Norden is not as tall. The Expedition has the extra ground clearance and travel.
Thx for the look over the bike just have to have a ride on one,ounce i get sick of my 701😂I think it looks a touch better than the ktm
I still have the 701, time will tell if I keep it.
@@BigBikeAdventures if you ever sell it give a yell i have a friend who might be interested
Sounds like someone is a closet KTM lover to me…….😂
Hahah, there is a dark cloud over a great concept. I’m keen to see how long it is before I’m broken down roadside. 😂😂
If you are in the Canberra area I’ll lend you one of my dogs (I have two KTMs)
Haha, I’ll keep that in mind next time I’m down.
I was thinking all the way through. That's a tall bike.. then you said you tippy toe. "Confirmed"
Enjoy it mate and stay away from white vans and white utes ,👍👍
I haven’t set the suspension up properly and there is a bit of sag, but yep, it’s a tall bike. Almost all the ones I’ve seen have the seat in the low position.
There’s only one Husq dealer near me, and if the service is sub standard, I have a boat anchor. If I bought the equivalent KTM in Australia, I have to put up with sub standard pre delivery and service from Peter Stevens. So I bought a BMW. Two dealers and a bloody good independent near me, 5 year warranty and 3 years roadside assist. And I could take the bike out for a test ride. Why buy another brand?
Reliability matters more than features to me, and the dealer network for warranty repairs. Everything else is way down my list of priorities
Great review. My favorite part of the Husqvarna: It isn't orange.
14:20 - You sure that bike isn't powered by a diesel engine? 😲
I think my diesel Landcruiser is quieter. 😂😂😂
Excellent bike. I bought my TE300 from Olivers - top guys. How does it compare to your old Africa Twin. I'm trying to decide between a new 890, 901 Exp or AT. Cheers
Hi, it would be unfair of me to compare so soon, especially since I haven't had the bike off road yet. On paper it's a good comparison to the AT, similar power to weight. I can say the lower centre of gravity on the 901 is noticeable straight away. they are both very well behaved on the road, brakes and suspension on the Expedition are better than the AT, depends on which model AT you buy. I'll do a proper comparison after I've had it off road.
@@BigBikeAdventures many thanks enjoy the new Christmas Present
Hi, thanks for the quick review. If I saw it correctly, you've removed the stock GPS mount and added RAM mount for your iphone? If so, which RAM mount is installed? Thanks and enjoy your ride with Husky.
Hey there. Yes, correct. I have the NiceCNC mount which replaces the factory mount plate and then the Quadlock anti vibration mount which connects to the quadlock powered mount. Seems to work ok, although I’m not 100% happy with the alignment of the phone and the dash display
Thank you for your prompt reply@@BigBikeAdventures
I am looking at an adventure bike in the next year or so, and I kept coming back to the Expedition but a couple things have really caused a pause for me.
1. There are none of these in the US, I've seen one once and no dealers (on the west coast at least) have this bike.
2. Comparisons always seem to suggest that this bike is somehow less than the sum of its parts. For whatever reason that is usually not backed up by numbers; reviewers seem to prefer the Desert X despite not having a lot of features standard that the Expedition does (center stand, heated grips, crash protection, higher spec suspension, LOWER PRICE). Not to mention the pain in the arse to get to the air filter. Is the Desert X that much better?
3. Reliability woes. It seems like people either swear by KTM products (lets face it, this is a KTM) or curse them as the worst OEM out there.
Good luck in your search, I think then Desert X is a sexy choice for most people. Sexy is not what you want out in the back country.
The new. model BT50 is D-max Amarok is a Ranger now
Just saying. LOL
From an owner who has a 890 Adventure R, I hope you have a tow rope.
Ohh bugger, I’ve always carried one when riding with KTM owners lol, just hope it’s not me next. 😱
Was joking, but trust you never need it. They are a great bike when working. Only tip is go over the bike and check nuts/bolts. Swinging arm bolts can be lose also. Best of luck, Cheers. @@BigBikeAdventures
Thanks for the tip
@@wonkywheels1037
How do you find the suspension - soft or hard? How much do you weigh? Thanks.
I haven’t set the suspension up properly yet, it is quite soft in the front, too soft for the road, but the back feels good.
I’ll know more when I set it up properly and get it off road. I’m heavier than I should be and will test the spring rate for sure.
Along with ABS are the front and rear brakes interlink ?
I believe not
Does it have any torq going uphill ?
Next summer I get mine (I hope ) 🙂
It can chug along but prefers to rev.
@@BigBikeAdventures
Very nice 🙂
I got the Husqvarna 701 and it has lot a torque but plan is to get the 901 also for some longer trip.
Can the owner do firmware/software updates them selves or does it need to go to dealer for that?
Not sure. I’ll have to check the Husky App.
Seems us motorcyclist should be selling the bike company’s our blue print of what works best and challenge them to produce it, just saying😂!
Or design engineers who actually ride and use there concepts in the real world. When Husky launched the Norden all the feedback from consumers was to make the changes that led to the 901 Expedition. Husky listened, so kudos to them.
Love the Husky. Hate the price. COVID pricing turned permanent.
This I was a demo bike (hence the dealer decals). I’m happy with the deal. It’s a lot of bang for the buck.
That intro exploded my speakers😑
Haha, time for an upgrade.
You’re very special
Awww, thanks. 🤩
It would be nice to compare the Africa twin to the 901 as a view point enjoy
I’ll do a back to back video next year.
You did indeed
Come on Wayne, not even long enough to watch it. 😂😂
@BigBikeAdventures I speed watched it. I'm not wrong you did buy a 901
@@Wayne-Kerr_Rudy-Zarzoff 😂😂it’s true.
Suspension was a deciding factor not to buy one, suspension is everything offroad.
Actually, the latest BT50 is an Isuzu 😂
😂😂
Very tall too tall for many riders 🏴,
That guy is the exact age size and wallet type dedicated to adventure bike riding... That's a dirt biker who hasn't been issued his cane or walker yet...😂 Don't get taken out by a car on the lawless highways...
Tell me you’ve never watch any BBA videos without telling me you’ve never watched a BBA video. 😂😂
It’s engine sound is terrible can give migraine attack
😂😂, getting new earplugs. 😂
Please, English speakers!
Do learn how to pronounce Husqvarna 😂
Much Enjoyment 👍😎
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