2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs 2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X vs 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R

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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.

2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901
1.9 pts
Top on paper
2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X
87.8 pts
2024 KTM 890 Adventure R
44 pts

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

2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901
55.8 pts
2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X
35.4 pts
Best fit here
2024 KTM 890 Adventure R
73.9 pts

Touring / long rides

2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901
43 pts
Best fit here
2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X
94.3 pts
2024 KTM 890 Adventure R
23.4 pts

Sporty riding

2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901
17.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X
89.1 pts
2024 KTM 890 Adventure R
34.2 pts

New rider friendly

2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901
63.7 pts
2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X
33.8 pts
Best fit here
2024 KTM 890 Adventure R
70 pts

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
  • 2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X 83 cm Lowest seat here
  • 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R 88 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 5 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.

  • Power spans 105 hp (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) up to 118 hp (2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X).
  • Torque spans 100 Nm (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) up to 105 Nm (2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X).
  • Weight spans 200 kg (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R) to 227 kg (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901).
  • Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) to 1000 cc (2024 CF MOTO 1000MT-X).
Specification HUSQVARNA Norden 901 CF MOTO 1000MT-X KTM 890 Adventure R
Brand HUSQVARNA CF MOTO KTM
Model HUSQVARNA Norden 901 CF MOTO 1000MT-X KTM 890 Adventure R
Engine size 900cc 1000cc 900cc
Power 105hp 118hp 105hp
Torque 100nm. 105nm. 100nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 227kg 222kg 200kg
Front brake 2x 320 mm radially mounted 4 piston caliper 320mm double disc, radial calipers, Brembo 320 mm Disc
Rear brake 2 piston floating caliper 260mm tek disk, tek pistonlu kaliper, Brembo 260 mm Disc
Seat height (cm) 85.4cm 83cm 88cm
Front tyre 90/90-21 90/90 R21, Pirelli Str 90/90 21
Rear tyre 150/70-18 150/70 R18, Pirelli STR 150/70 18
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension WP APEX 43 48mm USD forks, fully adjustable, SCC WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension WP APEX - Monoshock Monoshock, fully adjustable, SCC 8-inch TFT Screen Seat Height ranges from 83cm to 87cm WP Xplor PDS shock absorber
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure Adventure
Top speed 220km/h 250km/h 215km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19 L – 5 L/100km 22.5 L – 6 L/100km 20 L – 4.4 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $14899 Price not listed. $15799
Brand price lists View HUSQVARNA price list View CF MOTO price list View KTM price list
Extra features

-Cruise Control, Custom Riding Modes

-Optional Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles App Connectivity for Android and iOS

Front Suspension : 48mm USD forks, fully adjustable, SCC
Rear Suspension : Monoshock, fully adjustable, SCC
8-inch TFT Screen
Seat Height ranges from 83cm to 87cm

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HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs CF MOTO 1000MT-X vs KTM 890 Adventure R: which is better for you?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs CF MOTO 1000MT-X?

CF MOTO 1000MT-X is listed at 250 km/h vs 220 km/h for HUSQVARNA Norden 901.

Which has more horsepower, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or CF MOTO 1000MT-X?

CF MOTO 1000MT-X has 118 hp compared with 105 hp on the HUSQVARNA Norden 901.

Which is better, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or CF MOTO 1000MT-X?

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.