Admin Posted October 19, 2023 Posted October 19, 2023 Husqvarna gives its 2024 Norden 901 minor updates for 2024, tweaking the traction control and adding a few convenience features. (Husqvarna/) Husqvarna is bringing back its Norden 901 travel bike for the 2024 model year and endowing it with just minor revisions and updates, mainly of the technological variety. Expect to see the same LC8c engine stuffed into a steel trellis frame and suspended by WP Apex components, but embellished with fresh new colors and a smattering of new rider aids and convenience features this year. The Norden 901 retains its signature neo-retro-rally look, but paints it in new gray and yellow hues. (Husqvarna/) Fresh visuals take center stage this year, with the 2024 Norden 901 getting wrapped in new gray and yellow graphics to highlight the whole neo-retro-meets-rally vibe, with a signature round headlight leading the way. Underneath the bodywork though it’s business as usual, with the same proven 889cc parallel-twin engine taken straight off the KTM 890 Adventure. Indeed, the KTM platform is in full view here, with the light steel trellis frame, adjustable WP Apex suspension at both ends, and Bosch cornering ABS all also back unchanged, along with the power assist/slipper clutch and three standard selectable ride modes (Explorer mode is offered as an option) that help make the model so adaptable and comfortable in unpredictable terrain. The bike we called “a cohesive motorcycle offering a less racy take on adventure-touring while delivering on comfort and style” in our First Ride review still rolls on Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR rubber covering 21/18 tubeless-style spoked wheels. Related: 2022 Husqvarna Norden 901 First Ride The Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control feature is revised to offer 10 levels of wheel slip adjustment (in Explorer mode). (Husqvarna/) Husky did tweak the lean-angle-sensitive traction control this year, which the firm refers to as Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC); the aid can now offer 10 levels of wheel slip adjustment (as opposed to the previous nine). There’s a catch though; as before, you need to have the optional Explorer mode engaged to make those rear-wheel slip tweaks and find your traction sweet spot. But with Explorer mode, you’ll also be able to adjust throttle response from the ride-by-wire throttle, so in our view it’s a worthy upgrade. Other updates for 2024 are more convenience-oriented, and include a new USB port on the left side of the dash as well as new hazard lights for emergency situations. Other new features for 2024 include a new USB port on the dash for charging convenience as well as new hazard lights. (Husqvarna/) Although the 2024 MSRP for the Norden 901 has not yet been released, we do know that its up-spec, more accessorized brother, the Norden 901 Expedition, will also be returning to Husqvarna’s Travel series for 2024, and is, as far as we know, also unchanged. For reference the 2023 bikes were priced at $14,449 and $15,799, respectively. Both Nordens will be available at dealers near you this winter—though that may vary by region. Related: 2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition First Ride The up-spec Norden 901 Expedition is back in the Husky line as well. (Husqvarna/) 2024 Husqvarna Norden 901 Technical Specs MSRP: N/A Engine: DOHC, liquid-cooled parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl Displacement: 889cc Bore x Stroke: 90.7 x 68.8mm Compression Ratio: 13.5:1 Transmission/Final Drive: 6-speed/chain Claimed Horsepower: 105.0 hp @ 8,000 rpm Claimed Torque: 74.0 lb.-ft. @ 6,500 rpm Fuel System: EFI w/ twin 46mm Dell’Orto throttle bodies Clutch: PASC antihopping clutch; mechanically operated Engine Management/Ignition: Bosch EMS w/ ride-by-wire Frame: Chromoly steel trellis Front Suspension: WP Apex 43mm inverted fork, fully adjustable; 8.7 in. travel Rear Suspension: WP Apex monoshock, adjustable for rebound damping and preload; 8.5 in. travel Front Brake: Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, 320mm disc w/ Bosch ABS Rear Brake: 2-piston floating caliper, 260mm disc w/ Bosch ABS Wheels, Front/Rear: Tubeless aluminum spoked wheels; 21 x 2.5 in. / 18 x 4.5 in. Tires, Front/Rear: Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR; 90/90-21 / 150/70-18 Rake/Trail: 25.8°/4.2 in. Wheelbase: 59.6 in. Ground Clearance: 9.9 in. Seat Height: 33.6 in. Fuel Capacity: 5.0 gal. Claimed Dry Weight: 449 lb. Contact: husqvarna-motorcycles.com View the full article Quote
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