2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE
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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.
- 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 85.4 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE 87.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.1 cm.
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.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE) up to 100 Nm (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) to 246 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 | BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HUSQVARNA | BMW |
| Model | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 | BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE |
| Engine size | 900cc | 900cc |
| Power | 105hp | 105hp |
| Torque | 100nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 246kg |
| Front brake | 2x 320 mm radially mounted 4 piston caliper | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. |
| Rear brake | 2 piston floating caliper | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston fixed caliper. |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.4cm | 87.5cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 | 90/90 R21 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-18 | 150/70 R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 19.5 L – 4.8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $14899 | $14500 |
| Brand price lists | View HUSQVARNA price list | View BMW price list |
| Extra features | -Cruise Control, Custom Riding Modes -Optional Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles App Connectivity for Android and iOS |
-BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display BMW Motorrad ABS Pro RAIN/ROAD riding modes -Heated grips LED headlights with daytime running lights LED flashing turn signal indicators -Touring windscreen with adjustable mechanism 12V and USB socket Aluminum engine guard Handguard protection Stainless steel luggage rack |
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2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE: listed specifications
The 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 and 2024 BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE are closely matched in peak power and displacement, while the Norden 901 has more torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Norden 901 and F 900 GS ADVENTURE have very similar engine displacement (900 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Norden 901 and F 900 GS ADVENTURE have very similar peak power (105 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Norden 901 has a modest listed torque advantage (100 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
Norden 901 and F 900 GS ADVENTURE have very similar listed top speeds (220 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Norden 901 is notably lighter on the listed weight (227 kg vs 246 kg). Norden 901 has a lower listed seat height (85.4 cm vs 87.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, weight and seat height, while displacement, peak power and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE?
Both are listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE?
Both are rated at 105 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE?
HUSQVARNA Norden 901 is lighter at 227 kg vs 246 kg for BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE.
Which is better, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or BMW F 900 GS ADVENTURE?
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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