Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2010

The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 are both enduro motorcycles that offer unique features and capabilities.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a bore of 90.7 mm and a stroke of 68.8 mm, while the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a bore of 101 mm and a stroke of 73 mm. The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has an engine power of 105 HP and a torque of 100 Nm, while the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has an engine power of 110 HP and a torque of 120 Nm. Both motorcycles have a 2-cylinder engine, but the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a displacement of 889 ccm, while the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a displacement of 1170 ccm. The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a chain transmission, while the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a prop shaft transmission.

In terms of suspension, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment, and a swing arm rear suspension with preload and rebound adjustment. On the other hand, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a strut front suspension with preload adjustment and a single swing arm rear suspension with preload adjustment.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

In terms of chassis, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a tubular frame type, while the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a load-bearing engine frame type.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes and rear tire widths of 150 mm for the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and 110 mm for the BMW R 1200 GS 2010. They also have similar wheelbases, with 1513 mm for the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and 1507 mm for the BMW R 1200 GS 2010. The seat height is slightly higher for the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 at 854 mm compared to 850 mm for the BMW R 1200 GS 2010. The fuel tank capacity is 19 l for the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and 20 l for the BMW R 1200 GS 2010.

In terms of strengths, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 offers a great engine with high practicality, great engine response, a linear rev range, and hardly any vibrations in the saddle. It also has a high-quality electronics package, a high level of travel comfort, and a pleasantly tuned chassis. The Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has an accessible but exciting character, good wind and weather protection, and is known for being tough and reliable even on long tours.

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

On the other hand, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a sporty look, is well equipped, and offers enough storage space.

In terms of weaknesses, the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has an unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds, an unsteady engine running after a cold start, and a low flywheel mass that can cause the engine to die off. The BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a weakness in terms of the technology of the conversion, which may take some getting used to.

Overall, both motorcycles have their own unique strengths and weaknesses, and it ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities when choosing between the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and the BMW R 1200 GS 2010.

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
BMW R 1200 GS 2010

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque120 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width110 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,513 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

During the test in the USA, the Husqvarna was exposed to probably the toughest test conditions. The tour led through deserts, up high mountains and through scorching hot valleys. Highways as well as hectic city traffic had to be negotiated. In the end, the Norden 901 proved to be a likeable, reliable and thoroughly successful adventure motorbike that is a pleasure to travel with.

Great engine with high practicality

Great engine response

Linear rev range

Hardly any vibrations in the saddle

High-quality electronics package

High level of travel comfort

Pleasantly tuned chassis

Accessible but at the same time exciting character

Good wind and weather protection

Tough

Reliable even on long tours

Unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds

Unsteady engine running after cold start

Low flywheel mass, keeps dying off

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

BMW R 1200 GS 2010

A GS Adventure has practically everything you need for the big trip. But firstly, Touratech manufactures some parts for BMW anyway and secondly, it doesn't stop with the optional extras offered by the Bavarians.

Sporty look

well equipped

enough storage space

The technology of the conversion takes some getting used to

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs BMW R 1200 GS

There are a few key differences between a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 and a BMW R 1200 GS 2010. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 is about 33% higher. A Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 experiences a loss of 780 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 390 USD for a BMW R 1200 GS 2010. Compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2010 there are less Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 64 days compared to 107 days for the Husqvarna Norden 901. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the Husqvarna Norden 901 and 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS since model year 2005. The first review for the Husqvarna Norden 901 was published on 11/5/2019 and now has more than 120,800 views. This compares to more than 19,100 views for the first review on BMW R 1200 GS published on 1/20/2004.

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