2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S
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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 Tallest seat here
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 S 84 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.4 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 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Torque spans 100 Nm (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) to 243 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901) to 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4 S).
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| Specification | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HUSQVARNA | DUCATI |
| Model | HUSQVARNA Norden 901 | DUCATI Multistrada V4 S |
| Engine size | 900cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 105hp | 170hp |
| Torque | 100nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 243kg |
| Front brake | 2x 320 mm radially mounted 4 piston caliper | 2 x Ø 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Stylema monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS |
| Rear brake | 2 piston floating caliper | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.4cm | 84cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90-21 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-18 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork, electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Fully adjustable monoshock, electronic adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension, aluminium double-sided swingarm |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 22 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $14899 | $27195 |
| Brand price lists | View HUSQVARNA price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -Cruise Control, Custom Riding Modes -Optional Ride Husqvarna Motorcycles App Connectivity for Android and iOS |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light, Ducati Cornering Lights, Ducati Brake Light, Vehicle Hold Control. -Ducati Skyhook Suspension, Minimum preload, Ducati Quick Shift, Cruise Control, Hands-Free, Backlit handlebar switches, Ducati Connect with a 6.5" TFT color display and a complete map navigation system, Full LED headlight. |
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2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S: listed specifications
The 2024 HUSQVARNA Norden 901 and 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 S differ on the listed specifications: the Norden 901 has a lower listed weight, and the Multistrada V4 S has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Multistrada V4 S has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 100 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 S has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Norden 901 has a modest listed weight advantage (227 kg vs 243 kg). Multistrada V4 S has a lower listed seat height (84 cm vs 85.4 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HUSQVARNA Norden 901 vs DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for HUSQVARNA Norden 901.
Which has more horsepower, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 S has 170 hp compared with 105 hp on the HUSQVARNA Norden 901.
Which is lighter, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
HUSQVARNA Norden 901 is lighter at 227 kg vs 243 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4 S.
Which is better, HUSQVARNA Norden 901 or DUCATI Multistrada V4 S?
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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