KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021 vs. Husqvarna Norden 901 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Husqvarna Norden 901 2024
Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021 compared to Husqvarna Norden 901 2024
Engine and Drive Train
Bore | Bore | 90.7 mm | Bore | 90.7 mm |
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Stroke | Stroke | 68.8 mm | Stroke | 68.8 mm |
Engine power | Engine power | 105 HP | Engine power | 105 HP |
Rpm at Max. Power | Rpm at Max. Power | 8,000 rpm | Rpm at Max. Power | 8,000 rpm |
Torque | Torque | 100 Nm | Torque | 100 Nm |
Rpm at Torque | Rpm at Torque | 6,500 rpm | Rpm at Torque | 6,500 rpm |
Fuel system | Fuel system | Injection | Fuel system | Injection |
Starter | Starter | Electric | Starter | Electric |
Clutch Type | Clutch Type | Multiplate in oil-bath | Clutch Type | Antihopping |
Transmission | Transmission | Chain | Transmission | Chain |
Transmission Type | Transmission Type | Gearshift | Transmission Type | Gearshift |
Number of gears | Number of gears | 6 | Number of gears | 6 |
Cylinders | Cylinders | 2 | Cylinders | 2 |
Strokes | Strokes | 4-Stroke | Strokes | 4-Stroke |
Valves | Valves | DOHC | Valves | DOHC |
Cooling | Cooling | liquid | Cooling | liquid |
Displacement | Displacement | 889 ccm | Displacement | 889 ccm |
Suspension Front
Front suspension | Front suspension | Upside-Down telescopic fork | Front suspension | Upside-Down telescopic fork |
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Brand | Brand | WP | Brand | WP |
Diameter | Diameter | 48 mm | Diameter | 43 mm |
Travel | Travel | 270 mm | Travel | 220 mm |
Adjustment | Adjustment | Compression, Preload, Rebound | Adjustment | Compression, Preload, Rebound |
Suspension Rear
Suspension | Suspension | Swing arm | Suspension | Swing arm |
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Shock absorber | Shock absorber | Monoshock | Shock absorber | Monoshock |
Shock mount | Shock mount | direct | Shock mount | direct |
Brand | Brand | WP | Brand | WP |
Travel | Travel | 270 mm | Travel | 215 mm |
Adjustment | Adjustment | Compression, Preload, Rebound | Adjustment | Preload, Rebound |
Material | Material | Aluminium | Material | Aluminium |
Chassis
Frame | Frame | Chromium-molybdenum | Frame | Chromium-molybdenum |
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Frame type | Frame type | Tubular, Load-bearing engine | Frame type | Tubular |
Rake | Rake | 63.8 degree | Rake | 64.2 degree |
Brakes Front
Type | Type | Double disk | Type | Double disk |
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Diameter | Diameter | 320 mm | Diameter | 320 mm |
Piston | Piston | Four pistons | Piston | Four pistons |
Technology | Technology | radial | Technology | radial |
Brakes Rear
Type | Type | Disc | Type | Disc |
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Diameter | Diameter | 260 mm | Diameter | 260 mm |
Piston | Piston | Double piston | Piston | Double piston |
Assistance Systems
Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control |
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Dimensions and Weights
Front tyre width | Front tyre width | 90 mm | Front tyre width | 90 mm |
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Front tyre height | Front tyre height | 90 % | Front tyre height | 90 % |
Front tyre diameter | Front tyre diameter | 21 inch | Front tyre diameter | 21 inch |
Rear tyre width | Rear tyre width | 150 mm | Rear tyre width | 150 mm |
Rear tyre height | Rear tyre height | 70 % | Rear tyre height | 70 % |
Rear tyre diameter | Rear tyre diameter | 18 inch | Rear tyre diameter | 18 inch |
Wheelbase | Wheelbase | 1,528 mm | Wheelbase | 1,513 mm |
Seat Height | Seat Height | 910 mm | Seat Height | 854 mm |
Dry Weight (with ABS) | Dry Weight (with ABS) | 189 kg | Dry Weight (with ABS) | 204 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 l | Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 l |
License compliancy | License compliancy | A | License compliancy | A |
Stationary noise | Stationary noise | 88 dB | Stationary noise | 90 dB |
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 890 Adventure R Rally 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.
Husqvarna Norden 901 2024

On the one hand, the Husqvarna Norden 901 with its lavish standard equipment is a very suitable bike for travelling, but on the other hand, with its lengthy travel, lively engine and active ergonomics, it does not shy away from adventures. The low centre of gravity is ingenious thanks to the low tank, which makes life on and off the beaten track easy.
Great engine with high practicality
Great engine reponsiveness
Linear torque curve
Hardly any vibrations in the saddle
High-quality electronics package
Height of travelling comfort
Stable, sporty suspension
Accessible yet exciting character
Good wind and weather protection for the lower half of the body
Tough as nails
Unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds
Unsteady engine running after a cold start
Engine dies off quite easily due to low flywheel mass
Due to the width of the seat, the bike is quite high even with lengthy legs
Poor wind protection and turbulence on the helmet and upper body
Rear brake is difficult to modulate