DUCATI Desert X vs 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- DUCATI Desert X 87.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition 87.5 cm Lowest seat here
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 105 hp (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition) up to 110 hp (DUCATI Desert X).
- Torque spans 92 Nm (DUCATI Desert X) up to 100 Nm (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition).
- Weight spans 202 kg (DUCATI Desert X) to 214.5 kg (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Desert X).
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| Specification | DUCATI Desert X | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | HUSQVARNA |
| Model | DUCATI Desert X | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 110hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 92nm. | 100nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 202kg | 214.5kg |
| Front brake | 320mm double disc with 4-piston Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) | 2x 320 mm radially mounted 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | 265mm single disc Brembo caliper (Bosch ABS) | 260 mm 2-piston floating caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 87.5cm | 87.5cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-18 | 150/70-18 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | KYB shock absorber reverse fork | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear suspension | KYB shock absorber | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21 L – 5.6 L/100km | 19 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17995 | $16499 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View HUSQVARNA price list |
| Extra features | -TFT screen, -Traction control -Driving Modes, -Power Modes, -Cruise Control, -USB output |
-Cruise Control, Custom Riding Modes -Optional Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles App Connectivity for Android and iOS |
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2023 DUCATI Desert X vs 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Desert X and 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition are closely matched in peak power, while the Desert X has more displacement, and a lower listed weight, and the Norden 901 Expedition has more torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Desert X has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Desert X and Norden 901 Expedition have very similar peak power (110 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Norden 901 Expedition has a modest listed torque advantage (100 Nm vs 92 Nm).
Listed top speed
Norden 901 Expedition has a modest listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Desert X has a modest listed weight advantage (202 kg vs 214.5 kg). Desert X and Norden 901 Expedition have very similar seat heights (87.5 cm vs 87.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed and weight, while peak power and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Desert X vs HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition?
HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for DUCATI Desert X.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Desert X or HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition?
DUCATI Desert X has 110 hp compared with 105 hp on the HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Desert X or HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition?
DUCATI Desert X is lighter at 202 kg vs 215 kg for HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition.
Which is better, DUCATI Desert X or HUSQVARNA Norden 901 Expedition?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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