Husqvarna Norden 901 Gets Upgraded Tech & New Graphics For 2024
The Swedish-brand's Adventurer receives updates and a fresh look for the new year.
Husqvarna has unleashed a refreshed Norden 901 for 2024 to join the up-spec’d Norden Expedition released earlier this year. The new tweaks are minor but include technical and rider safety enhancements fans of the Swedish brand’s adventurer will appreciate.
One notable revision for the new year is to the lean-angle sensitive TC — called Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (CMTC) by the manufacturer. The system now offers 10 different levels of rear wheel slip control, which can be selected when the optional Explorer Mode is engaged. This feature boosts the versatility of the bike allowing a wider range of riders to find a traction sweet spot that suits their skill level. Experienced riders can enjoy drifting through turns in the lower settings, while newer riders will benefit from additional traction when negotiating technical corners and unpredictable terrain using the higher settings.
Rounding out the new features found on the 2024 Norden 901 are a new USB port, a revised exhaust to meet Euro 5+ regulations, and Hazard Warning lights, which can be quickly switched on in the event of an emergency. The whole package is wrapped in new gray and yellow graphics that accentuate its neo-retro look and complement its signature round headlight.
Underneath its skin, the 2024 Norden 901 retains the same 889 cc parallel-twin engine pumping out 103.2 ponies and 74 ft-lbs of torque. The Norden also boasts a light steel trellis frame, WP APEX suspension with 8.7″ of suspension travel in front and 8.5″ in the rear, 21″/18″ tubeless spoke wheels, Bosch Cornering ABS, Power Assist Slipper Clutch (PASC), and multiple ride modes.
Highlights:
- Revised Cornering sensitive Traction Control allows for 10 levels of adjustable rear wheel slip with optional Explorer Mode engaged
- New USB port on the left side of the dashboard
- New Hazard Warning system
- New gray and yellow graphics
- Bosch Cornering ABS
- Chromium-molybdenum steel frame with engine as stressed member
- 889 cc parallel-twin engine with class-leading power and torque
- Adjustable WP APEX suspension provides exceptional comfort both on-road and off
- Four selectable ride modes (Street, Rain, Offroad, optional Explorer)
- Ride-by-wire throttle with adjustable response (in Explorer mode)
- Standard Easy Shift function (up and down Quickshifter)
- PASC Slipper clutch
- Tubeless spoked wheels with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires for balanced performance on and off-road
- Large capacity, five-gallon (19-liter) fuel tank provides extended range
- Optional Connectivity Unit provides TbT+ navigation, telephone calls in/out and music selection from the rider’s smartphone
The 2024 Husqvarna Norden 901 will be available from this winter onward at authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealers. No pricing has been released yet.
2024 Norden 901 Specs
Engine type: | 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, DOHC parallel twin |
Displacement : | 889 cc |
Bore/stroke: | 90.7/68.8 mm |
Compression ratio: | 13.5:1 |
Starter/battery: | Electric starter/12V 10Ah |
Transmission: | 6 gears |
Fuel system: | DKK Dellorto (Throttle body 46 mm) |
Control: | 4 valves per cylinder / DOHC |
Lubrication: | Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
Engine oil: | Motorex, Power Synth SAE 10W-50 |
Primary drive: | 39:75 |
Final drive: | 16:45 |
Cooling: | Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger |
Clutch: | Cable operated PASC Slipper clutch |
Engine management/ignition: | Bosch EMS with RBW |
Traction control: | MTC (lean angle sensitive, 3-Mode, disengageable, Explorer mode opt.) |
Frame: | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
Subframe: | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis, powder coated |
Handlebar: | Aluminum, tapered, Ø 28/22 mm |
Front suspension: | WP APEX-USD Ø 43 mm; 8.7″ suspension travel |
Adjustability: | Compression, Rebound |
Rear suspension: | WP APEX-Monoshock; 8.5″ suspension travel |
Adjustability: | Rebound, Preload |
Suspension travel front/rear: | 220 mm / 215 mm |
Front brake: | 2 x 4-piston caliper, radially mounted, brake disc Ø 320 mm |
Rear brake: | 2 piston floating caliper, brake disc Ø 260 mm |
ABS: | Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and Offroad mode, disengageable) |
Wheels front/rear: | Tubeless Aluminum spoked wheels 2.50 x 21”; 4.50 x 18” |
Tires front/rear: | Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 90/90 R 21; 150/70 R 18 |
Chain: | X-Ring 520 |
Silencer: | Stainless steel primary and secondary silencer |
Steering head angle: | 25.8° |
Triple clamp offset: | 30 mm |
Trail: | 106.9 mm |
Wheel base: | 1,513 mm ± 15 mm / 59.5 in ± 0.6 in |
Ground clearance: | 252 mm / 9.9 in |
Seat height: | 859 / 879 mm; 33.8 / 34.6 in |
Tank capacity (approx.): | 19.0 liters / 5.0 gallons |
Dry Weight: | 201 kg / 443.1 lb |
Weight (without fuel, approx): | 204 kg / 449.7 lb |
ABS Modes: | Street (cornering sensitive) / Offroad |
Ride Modes: | Street, Rain, Offroad, Explorer optional |
Engine Management Systems: | MTC, MSR, Easy Shift |
Cruise Control: | Original Equipment |
Heated grips & seats: | Technical Accessories |
Connectivity (TA*): | Turn-by-Turn+ Navigation*, Call-In*, Call-Out*, Music Selection* |
Technical Accessories available: | Connectivity Unit, TPMS, heated grips & seats |
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Hope they improve availability, esp. Expedition, none to be found in Canada!
This article is completely wrong that Euro 5+ is only an incremental change in emissions requirements. That may be true in terms of the pollution requirements, like NOx, but Euro 5+ will be one of the biggest and most frustrating changes ever for motorcyclists. The reason is that 5+ brings motorcycles up to the same requirement as cars for continuous sensor and system checking, including cat functionality. In other words, say goodbye to any emissions system mods or removals. Also say goodbye replacing your exhaust if it has a catalyst in it. Also say goodbye to not worrying about constant repairs to malfunctioning sensors, leaky evap canisters, O2 sensor faults, etc. This is an entirely new ballgame for motorcyclists, especially off road oriented bikes.
Not a Swedish brand unfortunately any longer! 🙁
the Austrians made it better.