Husqvarna Norden 901 vs Ktm 890 Adventure
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Husqvarna Norden 901
Ktm 890 Adventure
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
204 kg
208 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not publish official figure)
210 km/h (estimated)
Weight
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
5.0–6.0 L/100km (approx. 17–20 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Norden 901
8.2/10
"A genuinely brilliant adventure bike if dealer access doesn't scare you."
Pros
+Exceptional parallel-twin engine character
+Premium suspension on Expedition spec
+Stunning, distinctive Scandinavian styling
Cons
−Sparse dealer network nationwide
−Fuel pump recall history concern
−Expensive branded bodywork replacements
Ktm 890 Adventure
8.5/10
"The best mid-size adventure bike you can buy used right now."
Pros
+Aggressive engine, real character
+WP suspension genuinely impressive
+Lightweight for the class
Cons
−Stock seat punishes long days
−Fuel range disappoints on highways
−Vibey mirrors above 80mph