Husqvarna Norden 901 2023 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

The Husqvarna Norden 901 model year 2023 and the KTM 790 Adventure R model year 2019 are both enduro motorcycles designed for off-road adventures. While they share some similarities, there are also notable differences between the two models.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Husqvarna Norden 901 has a larger bore and stroke compared to the KTM 790 Adventure R. This results in a higher engine power of 105 HP and torque of 100 Nm for the Norden 901, compared to 95 HP and 88 Nm for the 790 Adventure R. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and use a chain transmission. The Norden 901 has a larger displacement of 889 ccm, while the 790 Adventure R has a displacement of 799 ccm.

Husqvarna Norden 901 2023

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The Norden 901 has a front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 220 mm, while the 790 Adventure R has a front suspension with a larger diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 240 mm. The rear suspension travel is the same for both models at 215 mm, but the Norden 901 offers adjustments for preload and rebound, while the 790 Adventure R only has preload adjustment.

When it comes to the chassis, both motorcycles have a chromium-molybdenum frame. However, the Norden 901 has a tubular frame type, while the 790 Adventure R has a tubular load-bearing engine frame type. The Norden 901 has a slightly steeper rake of 64.2 degrees compared to 63.7 degrees for the 790 Adventure R. The trail measurement is also different, with the Norden 901 having a trail of 106.9 mm and the 790 Adventure R having a trail of 110.4 mm.

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The assistance systems offered by both models include ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Norden 901 also features cornering ABS, ride by wire, a quickshifter, while the 790 Adventure R does not have these additional features.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. The Norden 901 has a slightly smaller rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to 18 inches for the 790 Adventure R. The wheelbase is slightly longer for the 790 Adventure R at 1528 mm compared to 1513 mm for the Norden 901. The seat height is higher for the 790 Adventure R at 880 mm compared to 854 mm for the Norden 901. The dry weight with ABS is also slightly lower for the 790 Adventure R at 189 kg compared to 204 kg for the Norden 901. The fuel tank capacity is slightly larger for the 790 Adventure R at 20 liters compared to 19 liters for the Norden 901.

In summary, the Husqvarna Norden 901 model year 2023 offers a more powerful engine, more advanced assistance systems, and slightly different suspension and chassis features compared to the KTM 790 Adventure R model year 2019. However, the 790 Adventure R has a slightly larger displacement, longer wheelbase, higher seat height, and lower weight.