Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid vs Husqvarna Norden 901
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid vs Husqvarna Norden 901. Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid: 73 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated, manufacturer does not officially publish), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Husqvarna Norden 901: 105 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 204 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not publish official figure), Motoryk rating 8.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid
Husqvarna Norden 901
Horsepower (hp)
73 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
68 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
204 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
73 hp @ 9,000 rpm
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
68 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated, manufacturer does not officially publish)
~210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer does not publish official figure)
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical 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 World Raid
8.5/10
"The adventure bike benchmark finally delivered properly from the factory."
Pros
+Öhlins suspension genuinely transforms handling
+Massive 23-litre tank range
+Rally ergonomics that actually work
Cons
−Suspension electronics need maintenance attention
−Cramped cockpit for tall riders
−Premium over standard T7
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
Top 10 Accessories
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