Ducati Desert X versus Husqvarna Norden 901
Ducati Desert X
Adventure
Husqvarna Norden 901
Adventure
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
Built von 2021 bis 2024~
RRP 16.790 €
RRP 15.199 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- adult appearance
- technically (almost) fully equipped
- Engine with pressure and character
- wonderful suction noise
- drives equally well on road and off-road
- Long warranty and service intervals
Pros:
- independent optics
- good facilities
- superior engine
- balanced chassis
- comfortable seating for driver and front passenger
Cons:
- Quickshifter smooth only at higher speeds
- Accessories sometimes very expensive
- Heated grips not standard
- moderate wind protection
Cons:
- We can't think of anything ...
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.608 mm
Length : 2.390 mm Height : 1.425 mm
Seat : 875 mm
Weight : 223 kg
Length : 2.390 mm Height : 1.425 mm
Seat : 875 mm
Weight : 223 kg
Wheelbase: 1.513 mm
Length : 2.254 mm Height : 1.385 mm
Seat : 854 mm until : 874 mm
Weight : 219 (max: 450 ) kg
Length : 2.254 mm Height : 1.385 mm
Seat : 854 mm until : 874 mm
Weight : 219 (max: 450 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 937 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 94 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 937 ccm
Hub: 68 mm
Hole: 94 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 889 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 91 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette 520 X-Ring
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 889 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 91 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette 520 X-Ring
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 240 km/h
Performance: 110 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 92 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 21 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 375 km
Performance: 110 HP at 9.250 U/Min
Torque: 92 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 21 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 375 km
Maximum speed: 200 km/h
Performance: 105 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 100 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 422 km
Performance: 105 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 100 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 422 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD 46 mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
KYB Monoshock, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90-21
Rear tyres: 150/70R18
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
KYB USD 46 mm, fully adjustable (travel 230 mm) Rear suspension:
KYB Monoshock, fully adjustable (travel 220 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90-21
Rear tyres: 150/70R18
Frame type:
Chrome-molybdenum steel frame, motor is structural component, powder coated (steel) Front suspension:
WP APEX 43 (travel 220 mm) Rear suspension:
WP APEX Monoshock (travel 215 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90 - 21
Rear tyres: 150/70 - 18
Chrome-molybdenum steel frame, motor is structural component, powder coated (steel) Front suspension:
WP APEX 43 (travel 220 mm) Rear suspension:
WP APEX Monoshock (travel 215 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 90/90 - 21
Rear tyres: 150/70 - 18
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc, Brembo monobloc calipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo two-piston caliper (∅ 265 mm)
Double disc, Brembo monobloc calipers (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo two-piston caliper (∅ 265 mm)
Front brake
2x radially mounted four-piston brake caliper (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Two-piston brake caliper, floating bearing (∅ 260 mm)
2x radially mounted four-piston brake caliper (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Two-piston brake caliper, floating bearing (∅ 260 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
Ducati has achieved a great success with the Desert X. The machine can do a lot, but is not exactly a bargain. Whether so much technology has to be in an off-road travel enduro is certainly not without controversy. There will be both parties, namely those who say: "Too much stuff" and those who say: "Cool, finally modern technology on a real terrain machine".The test bike was kindly provided by Ducati Hamburg . There is the Desert X as a demonstrator and may be very gladly driven by you. Or you just drop by Ducati Hamburg and enjoy the beguiling sight of Italian motorcycle building art. You will certainly stop in front of the Superleggera. Take coffee, enjoy it and check your account balance! And remember: We only live once and life is damn short.
Conclusion - what sticks
Wonderful, this Norden 901. Husqvarna has delivered, namely a travel enduro that feels comfortable not only on the flat road, but also off-road. Also visually, the Husky stands out pleasantly from other machines of similar caliber. It is not too fat and not too thin, has a lot of power and sounds good. What more could you ask for?In addition, the remarkable accessibility of the motorcycle, which also accommodates less experienced bikers. We are sure that this bike will sell well and rightly so. If you have tasted blood now, please go to Heller & Soltau for a test drive to St. Michaelisdonn. There the Norden 901 is ready for a test drive and there are beautiful country roads around the corner, where you can also drive the vehicle out.
