BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs. Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

The BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the BMW F 850 GS 2018 has a bore of 84 mm and a stroke of 77 mm, while the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 has a larger bore of 90.7 mm and a shorter stroke of 68.8 mm. This gives the Norden 901 a slight advantage in terms of engine power, with 105 HP compared to the F 850 GS's 95 HP. The Norden 901 also has a higher torque of 100 Nm compared to the F 850 GS's 92 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions, and they both have 2 cylinders. However, the Norden 901 has a larger displacement of 889 ccm compared to the F 850 GS's 853 ccm.

Moving on to the suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks with a diameter of 43 mm. However, the Norden 901 has a slightly longer travel of 220 mm compared to the F 850 GS's 204 mm. In terms of rear suspension, both motorcycles have swing arms and monoshock absorbers. The Norden 901 has a travel of 215 mm, while the F 850 GS has a slightly longer travel of 219 mm. Both motorcycles have preload and rebound adjustment for the rear suspension.

BMW F 850 GS 2018

In terms of chassis, the F 850 GS has a steel frame, while the Norden 901 has a chromium-molybdenum frame. The Norden 901 also has a slightly steeper rake of 64.2 degrees compared to the F 850 GS's 62 degrees. The trail is also different, with the Norden 901 having a trail of 106.9 mm and the F 850 GS having a trail of 126 mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes, providing adequate stopping power. The Norden 901 has additional advanced rider assistance systems compared to the F 850 GS, including ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. However, the Norden 901 has a larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the F 850 GS's 17 inches. The wheelbase is also different, with the F 850 GS having a wheelbase of 1593 mm and the Norden 901 having a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1513 mm. The seat height is also slightly different, with the F 850 GS having a seat height of 860 mm and the Norden 901 having a seat height of 854 mm. The Norden 901 also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 19 liters compared to the F 850 GS's 15 liters.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2022

In terms of strengths, the F 850 GS has a superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, extensive range of accessories, riding modes, traction control, and off-road capability. On the other hand, the Norden 901 has a 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, and is tough and reliable even on long tours.

In terms of weaknesses, the F 850 GS has a disc that is too low and the sound could be better. The Norden 901 has an unpleasant heat development in the calf area at low speeds, unsteady engine running after a cold start, and low flywheel mass that keeps dying off.

Overall, both the BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the Husqvarna Norden 901 2022 offer a range of features and capabilities. The F 850 GS is a reliable and capable off-road motorcycle with a strong engine, while the Norden 901 offers a great engine with high practicality and a high-quality electronics package. Both motorcycles have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use.