Yamaha Tenere 700 vs Husqvarna Norden 901
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tenere 700
Husqvarna Norden 901
Horsepower (hp)
72 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
68 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
204 kg
204 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
72 hp @ 9,000 rpm
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (estimated; Yamaha does not officially publish a figure)
~210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not publish official figure)
Weight
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approximately 18–22 km/L real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Tenere 700
8.5/10
"The adventure bike that actually delivers on its promises."
Pros
+Incredibly reliable CP2 engine
+Lightweight for the class
+Strong used parts ecosystem
Cons
−Suspension needs upgrading eventually
−Fuel range genuinely disappointing
−Vibration noticeable above 80mph
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