Ducati Multistrada V2 versus Husqvarna Norden 901

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Ducati

Ducati Multistrada V2

Adventure
Husqvarna

Husqvarna Norden 901

Reise-Enduro

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2022 bis 2025~
Built von 2021 bis 2025~
RRP 15.990 €
RRP 15.199 €
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Pros:
  • great V2 engine with decent performance
  • wonderful sound, bubbling intake noise
  • Strong brakes
  • Very good technical equipment
  • light and handy, agile handling
  • also absolutely suitable for two people to travel
  • Two seat heights (adjustable)
Pros:
  • independent optics
  • good facilities
  • superior engine
  • balanced chassis
  • comfortable seating for driver and front passenger
Cons:
  • Heated grips not standard
Cons:
  • We can't think of anything ...

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.572 mm
Length :
2.190 mm
Seat :
830 mm until : 850 mm
Weight :
199 kg
Wheelbase: 1.513 mm
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: 890 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 96 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

Performance

Maximum speed: 215 km/h
Performance: 116 HP at 10.750 U/Min
Torque: 92 NM bei 8.250 U/Min
Tank contents: 19 Litre
Consumption:
6 l
Reach:
345 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

Chassis

Frame type:
Monocoque frame (aluminium)
Front suspension:
Marzocchi USD fork 45 mm, fully adjustable (travel 170 mm)
Rear suspension:
Sachs monoshock absorber, fully adjustable (travel 170 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70-19
Rear tyres: 170/60 ZR 17
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

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc, Brembo Monoblock 4-piston, radial bolted, radial brake pump ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, Brembo 2-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)

Result

Thanks to the weight savings, the new Multistrada V2 is significantly improved compared to its predecessor in terms of drivability and also in terms of technical equipment. The price is justified in view of the abundant technical helpers and the installed components - even compared to the competition. Ducati calls the new Multi V2 a cross-over - and that's what it is, but it's also very suitable for the really long journey, so it's also a real adventure bike somewhere.
 
The test bike was kindly provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Bremervörde . By the way, both a V2S and a V2 are available there as a demonstrator for test drives. So you can compare the difference in suspension directly - if you find one, please write to us.

Price/availability/colours/years of manufacture

  • Price: 15.990€
  • Used (3 years old): 0.000€
  • Availability: Facelift since 02/2025
  • Colours: red

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.

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 14.469 €
  • Availability: from 01/2022
  • Colours: black-white-yellow