Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs. Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

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Overview - Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 vs Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Technical Specifications Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 compared to Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022
Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power60 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio10
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement680.2 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonThree pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,513 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height854 mmSeat Height841 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 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

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Husqvarna Norden 901 vs Honda XL 700V Transalp

Price Husqvarna Norden 901

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Price Honda XL 700V Transalp

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