In case you find it interesting: The Q in Husqvarna is pronounced as a hard K. Hus-Kvarna. Hus = House, Kvarn = Mill. Today the city where it the company got it's name is spelled Huskvarna.
I went with the Expedition this past spring. I'm 6'+ in my socks, so the height wasn't a factor for me. The included, Exlorer Mode, WP Explor suspension package, the center stand, heated grips and heated seat, paniers, for me, made the additional $1,200 (US) a no brainer. I've got 1,300 miles now, and I'm still pinching myself every ride.
I am in love with my 2023 901 standard version, but after 6.500 km around different regions of NSW and South Australia I decided to rebuild front and rear suspension and a great sticker kit.
That's all I would do also. I'm not paying the extra $5,000 price difference for the explorer here in the states. $11,500 discounted price for regular 901 vs $16,500 for the expedition with no discounts available.
To me is one of the most good looking bikes out there. Probably my favorite one. Still afraid though the back suspension failure that was mentioned on the first one by some owners.
Thnaks...good stuff. subbed. Hunting for an eventual replacement for my 990 trail and this little guy is on the short list. Was wondering about 2 things. Does it use a key or a fob, and do the rider (excessive number of) settings stay in place when the bike is restarted, or do you need to futz with everything every time. Headed to your Expedition review now. Thanks for the content.
What do we think ❓❓🤔🤔 - Well, pitty it's so tall. Accordingly to most of the owners / testers on y-tube, it performs very well. Looks - also nothing to complain..... Only Q = reliability, which seem to vary - from engine leaks to shocks' collaps....
Hmm, seems bob's too busy to reply so I'll give it a go. I'm a bob if it matters & I also own a 24' Expedition. I ride it every day in all weather, on & off road, the only thing that's had me over the handle bars is pine needles on top of oak leafs, & that time I stalled attempting a bicycle mount in the cold (let it idle a bit in winter) Plus misjudging the depth of a water hole thinking tentativeness is for wimps...thrown so far I stayed dry, which was fun. Parked it in a new spot, soft ground, tipped over in the night, windscreen all twisted against a post, picked it up & hell yeah ! Turns out the plexy they use is pliable ! Barely a scratch (little stress fogging but totally fine) 1st oil change don't listen to blogs, same hook to remove O-rings pulls filter out easy. Fantastic* to clean 2 permanent filters/magnets + compressed air w/a rare earth magnet (more powerful) to remove assembly shavings. Bing boom bob's yr unc. Press up/down at same time to clear & set service interval $540 bucks saved. Haven't had dealer plug in propitiatory diagnostic tool yet so don't know what they'll charge but I do all my own service other than that. Suffice it to say I too am loving this bike. Great on road, maybe a touch heavy on tight single track but over all a frigg'n gas.
@@YABBAHEY1 🏅🏅🏅 Well said good sir! I put deposit down 10/22 and picked it up on 3/30/23. I hit 10,000 miles just short of a year and it has let me down zero times. Recently had the immobilizer light come on saying it wasn’t going to start once turned off but it was false alarm and never came back on the next day. I have only let it down once that hurt it moe than a scratch or two. Dropped it in a ditch and the curved ditch went between “barkbusters” and skid plate and broke the left front plastic. Guess how much it cost for one side? $550! But at least I was able to get it right away. Haven’t changed it yet as I’m deciding on crash bars or not. We’re very blessed to have IMO the best mid weight ADV and for my needs the absolute #1 bike period. And yeah I’m quick to get on one of my CRF dual sports or te300i 2T for the hard stuff but the beast will do anything! Just so darn heavy at slow speeds once it tips the slightest bit but these are things we knew going into it I guess. Just put Motoz on and got a flat (nail) immediately and now have Tusk 2 Track to put on today or tomorrow and then trying the new Mitas. What are you using? I ran thru a couple scorpion STRs before mud and gravel had me needing more and so glad I did get some knobbies. But I do live in the blue ridge mountains of NC. Enjoy 🏍️💨
@@lukefish7562 Still on original scorpions, likely go w/60-40 'whudeversonsale' brand cuz round heya you have to ride 75mi+ on road to get to decent woods where one's not taken out by forest ranger swat for scaring non native gray squirrels. Which is fine as I wouldn't want a bunch of dirtbikes buzzing me on a hike ether. Bummer bout body damg. $550 expensive but not as ludicrous as I would've guessed. Scandinavia's economy is kicking our ass. (Kicking everyone's) Price u pay to be king of the woods. KINGOFTHENORTH !! heh-heh
@@YABBAHEY1 🤣 now that’s some funny shit! I actually really like the STRs and only mud turned me sideways a couple times resulting in my change. Even though we have some good dirt roads and such I still wear them out pretty quick no matter the brand. You’re right about the price of the plastic and I wasn’t that shocked either. Just glad I could get one because I don’t mind some scratches but busted plastic is a lil too “raw”. 😆 Enjoy that beast and stay safe! 🏍️💨
Nice on Bob, I'm looking for a new bike as my XRV750 is getting hard to get parts for these days so will not be on it as much. I'd like to see what the service intervals are and the cost of servicing as I was looking at the Desert X and here in the land of OZ Ducati want $2000 plus for it's 15K service. not for me that one!
In a parallel twin, both pistons reach top dead center at the same time. In a parallel twin where the pistons move up and down at the same time, the crankshaft angle is 360 degrees.
Yet another touring bike discussion which, other than a brief mention of tank size and estimated range, included no discussion of actual touring capabilities. No mention of luggage, sub-frame strength, GVWR, passenger comfort, alternator capacity, ease of maintenance or overall reliability. Adventure TOURING bikes are TOURING bikes.
I am surprised I am even saying this, but I think the KTM looks better, more purposeful. And I never find KTMs attractive. But, something about their new adventure bike just works.
Off-road riding (!) mode does NOT disable the ABS by default! at least not on the 2022 modell. The ABS mode 'offroad' however does! Two different things☝
I’d love the Svartpilen 901 to be based on the 990 SMT and therefore be more of a sport tourer than this full on Adventure bike i.e. with 17” rims and sports rubber. Half way between this and the Duke 890 based Vitpilen 901 in other words. As it stands I think the Svartpilen and the Vitpilen are going to be almost identical. Pity.
@@RUclips_Globetrotterjag är svensk… you need to realise that non swedish natives can’t pronounce hus nor kvarna so you need similar words like i wrote in my comment. there’s a reason why most english natives say husky as it’s easy to pronounce for them
Not true! I am 170cm tall (real currency here - do your own math!) inseam 72cm (again +×÷=-) and every bike I have ridden was to tall for me, except my Suzuki LS650, but thats a different story.... I simply lowered my Norden by 30mm (you calculations apply) - what makes the Norden an excellent bike for smaller riders -LOW CENTER of gravity. Stop getting afraid of numbers. My VSTROM 650 2011 is 1kg heavier than the Norden, still the Norden feels 20-30kg lighter!!! The low CG is amazing. The percepted CG on the VSTROM was 1m abovs the tank. On my test ride (stock height!) I was able tko push the bike backwards with my feet. This was the first bike in the last 15 years I could do this.... I have been riding for over 35 years, various continents... The amount of self confidence this bike gives me is unparalleled! Ride safe! ☝
That's exactly why. I bought mine only because of the styling. I love KTMs. The preform really god. But I don't like the style. This is a way for the manufacturer to sell more bikes. They don't need to invent the wheel twice.
@martyn_g I've only tried a ktm 790 adventure r (maybe?). And yeah, it sure does have a plank! But! It was surprisingly different from my norden. Taler bike (duh?). And the quick shifter felt better. Fun fact. Changed my seat to a comfort seat to match my black wrap over the white and yellow. It's not as comfortable as the stock seat.
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In case you find it interesting: The Q in Husqvarna is pronounced as a hard K. Hus-Kvarna. Hus = House, Kvarn = Mill. Today the city where it the company got it's name is spelled Huskvarna.
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I went with the Expedition this past spring. I'm 6'+ in my socks, so the height wasn't a factor for me. The included, Exlorer Mode, WP Explor suspension package, the center stand, heated grips and heated seat, paniers, for me, made the additional $1,200 (US) a no brainer. I've got 1,300 miles now, and I'm still pinching myself every ride.
"producing a really nice note at the exhaust" - tell me what you smoke, mate
People hate on parallel twins too much imo
@@boreragnarok My V-Strom 800 sounds like a 300.
I have the Expedition. It's a unique piece of machine. Really like riding it.
Same here. I just hit 7,000 miles on my Expedition and love it more everyday.
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I love the Expedtion but ..too big for me with my 171 cm!
@@boeryco right, definitely a tall one. I'm 196 and still feel the height sometimes :))
I’m just waiting for that Svartpilen 901…..
Love the new standard colorway.
And as an Expedition owner, I can attest this is the best package available in the mid size market. 😁😁
how are you getting on with it? any issues?
@@philippegosseau Love it. Just spent 5 days on it camping around the southeast US. Exactly what I thought it would be and more.
@advmike agreed 3800 on mine. I love it.
I am in love with my 2023 901 standard version, but after 6.500 km around different regions of NSW and South Australia I decided to rebuild front and rear suspension and a great sticker kit.
That's all I would do also. I'm not paying the extra $5,000 price difference for the explorer here in the states. $11,500 discounted price for regular 901 vs $16,500 for the expedition with no discounts available.
Agree on the colour scheme! That blue is the best one!
Thanks for a great video as always
To me is one of the most good looking bikes out there. Probably my favorite one.
Still afraid though the back suspension failure that was mentioned on the first one by some owners.
Don’t worry about the rear suspension.
There is a metal piece to isolate the rear suspension from cat heat. Or a decat solution may solve the problem.
I like that triumph has been getting back to the unique paint jobs.
Thnaks...good stuff. subbed. Hunting for an eventual replacement for my 990 trail and this little guy is on the short list. Was wondering about 2 things. Does it use a key or a fob, and do the rider (excessive number of) settings stay in place when the bike is restarted, or do you need to futz with everything every time. Headed to your Expedition review now. Thanks for the content.
Fully agree. Amazing bike.
So nothing changed😮
What do we think ❓❓🤔🤔 - Well, pitty it's so tall. Accordingly to most of the owners / testers on y-tube, it performs very well. Looks - also nothing to complain..... Only Q = reliability, which seem to vary - from engine leaks to shocks' collaps....
Nice one Bob!
Got the Expedition and love it.
Thanks for the video!
🏍️💨
Hmm, seems bob's too busy to reply so I'll give it a go. I'm a bob if it matters & I also own a 24' Expedition. I ride it every day in all weather, on & off road, the only thing that's had me over the handle bars is pine needles on top of oak leafs, & that time I stalled attempting a bicycle mount in the cold (let it idle a bit in winter) Plus misjudging the depth of a water hole thinking tentativeness is for wimps...thrown so far I stayed dry, which was fun. Parked it in a new spot, soft ground, tipped over in the night, windscreen all twisted against a post, picked it up & hell yeah ! Turns out the plexy they use is pliable ! Barely a scratch (little stress fogging but totally fine) 1st oil change don't listen to blogs, same hook to remove O-rings pulls filter out easy. Fantastic* to clean 2 permanent filters/magnets + compressed air w/a rare earth magnet (more powerful) to remove assembly shavings. Bing boom bob's yr unc. Press up/down at same time to clear & set service interval $540 bucks saved. Haven't had dealer plug in propitiatory diagnostic tool yet so don't know what they'll charge but I do all my own service other than that.
Suffice it to say I too am loving this bike. Great on road, maybe a touch heavy on tight single track but over all a frigg'n gas.
@@YABBAHEY1 🏅🏅🏅
Well said good sir!
I put deposit down 10/22 and picked it up on 3/30/23.
I hit 10,000 miles just short of a year and it has let me down zero times.
Recently had the immobilizer light come on saying it wasn’t going to start once turned off but it was false alarm and never came back on the next day.
I have only let it down once that hurt it moe than a scratch or two.
Dropped it in a ditch and the curved ditch went between “barkbusters” and skid plate and broke the left front plastic.
Guess how much it cost for one side?
$550! But at least I was able to get it right away.
Haven’t changed it yet as I’m deciding on crash bars or not.
We’re very blessed to have IMO the best mid weight ADV and for my needs the absolute #1 bike period.
And yeah I’m quick to get on one of my CRF dual sports or te300i 2T for the hard stuff but the beast will do anything! Just so darn heavy at slow speeds once it tips the slightest bit but these are things we knew going into it I guess.
Just put Motoz on and got a flat (nail) immediately and now have Tusk 2 Track to put on today or tomorrow and then trying the new Mitas.
What are you using? I ran thru a couple scorpion STRs before mud and gravel had me needing more and so glad I did get some knobbies. But I do live in the blue ridge mountains of NC.
Enjoy 🏍️💨
@@lukefish7562 Still on original scorpions, likely go w/60-40 'whudeversonsale' brand cuz round heya you have to ride 75mi+ on road to get to decent woods where one's not taken out by forest ranger swat for scaring non native gray squirrels. Which is fine as I wouldn't want a bunch of dirtbikes buzzing me on a hike ether. Bummer bout body damg. $550 expensive but not as ludicrous as I would've guessed. Scandinavia's economy is kicking our ass. (Kicking everyone's) Price u pay to be king of the woods. KINGOFTHENORTH !!
heh-heh
@@YABBAHEY1 🤣 now that’s some funny shit! I actually really like the STRs and only mud turned me sideways a couple times resulting in my change. Even though we have some good dirt roads and such I still wear them out pretty quick no matter the brand. You’re right about the price of the plastic and I wasn’t that shocked either. Just glad I could get one because I don’t mind some scratches but busted plastic is a lil too “raw”. 😆
Enjoy that beast and stay safe! 🏍️💨
@@lukefish7562 Yea man, U2
Nice on Bob, I'm looking for a new bike as my XRV750 is getting hard to get parts for these days so will not be on it as much. I'd like to see what the service intervals are and the cost of servicing as I was looking at the Desert X and here in the land of OZ Ducati want $2000 plus for it's 15K service. not for me that one!
Totally true about the colour schemes.
Looks good, When will you be getting your hands on the new water cooled Himalia ?
Like yours vids love this bike hate my bank balance 😂
In a parallel twin, both pistons reach top dead center at the same time.
In a parallel twin where the pistons move up and down at the same time, the crankshaft angle is 360 degrees.
The Expedition versión Will come with new colors ??
I like the "Norden"s grey & yellow paint scheme. To put it in Swedish: Jag gillar Husqvarna Norden, så in i norden!
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presume the svartpillen and vitpillen are being upgraded, in line with duje 390, as you can no longer configure them on the websire. can't wait
Is there any talk of a 901 super Moto?
Not sure I’d call a 900 a middleweight….
The Desert X got away with calling itself middleweight.
i think they should have done the the blue scheme in this model as well.
Yet another touring bike discussion which, other than a brief mention of tank size and estimated range, included no discussion of actual touring capabilities.
No mention of luggage, sub-frame strength, GVWR, passenger comfort, alternator capacity, ease of maintenance or overall reliability. Adventure TOURING bikes are TOURING bikes.
I am surprised I am even saying this, but I think the KTM looks better, more purposeful. And I never find KTMs attractive. But, something about their new adventure bike just works.
Off-road riding (!) mode does NOT disable the ABS by default! at least not on the 2022 modell. The ABS mode 'offroad' however does! Two different things☝
Like it's over looks ,prefer the colours of the expedition, this or the Triumph Triumph I think
Imagine, as a prerequisite to purchase one, we had to ride as well as the riders in the advertising.
I’d love the Svartpilen 901 to be based on the 990 SMT and therefore be more of a sport tourer than this full on Adventure bike i.e. with 17” rims and sports rubber. Half way between this and the Duke 890 based Vitpilen 901 in other words. As it stands I think the Svartpilen and the Vitpilen are going to be almost identical. Pity.
Just needs heated grips and heated seat
Husqy should make Norden 401
Exhaust note? Sounds like a pissed off sewing machine. Still want one.
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CamShafts still last 10000km at most.🤣
“husk warn ah” not “huswanna”
Actually it should be pronounce Hus-Kvarna
Greetings from Sweden
@@RUclips_Globetrotterjag är svensk…
you need to realise that non swedish natives can’t pronounce hus nor kvarna so you need similar words like i wrote in my comment. there’s a reason why most english natives say husky as it’s easy to pronounce for them
@@Pengu_VRI think they can If they know what to try for, but if no one teach them they will continue to say it wrong.
@@RUclips_Globetrotter at least it's better than the suggested pronounciation: ''huhsk·vaa·nuh''
No good for short arse like me 😊
Not true! I am 170cm tall (real currency here - do your own math!) inseam 72cm (again +×÷=-) and every bike I have ridden was to tall for me, except my Suzuki LS650, but thats a different story.... I simply lowered my Norden by 30mm (you calculations apply) - what makes the Norden an excellent bike for smaller riders -LOW CENTER of gravity. Stop getting afraid of numbers. My VSTROM 650 2011 is 1kg heavier than the Norden, still the Norden feels 20-30kg lighter!!! The low CG is amazing. The percepted CG on the VSTROM was 1m abovs the tank. On my test ride (stock height!) I was able tko push the bike backwards with my feet. This was the first bike in the last 15 years I could do this.... I have been riding for over 35 years, various continents... The amount of self confidence this bike gives me is unparalleled! Ride safe! ☝
Ελληνικοί υπότιτλοι;;;
Great bikes if u want to burn your legs everytime you ride them
Please add weight in USA pounds.. we are not all Europeans..
Hushvarna? No, it’s pronounced huskvarna
Middle weight bike 😂😂😂
“One of the best in the bunch”. Unfortunately walking the tight rope to please viewers and manufacturers.
All you need to know? Er...its a KTM 890 with a different body kit, that pretty much it....more corporate bullshit.
you must be fun at parties.
My thoughts on buying a husky is it shares far to much components with KTM, and we all know the reliability of KTM especially on a long tour
Why is this bike on the market? I suppose if you don't like orange you should buy it over the KTM. That's the only reason.
That's exactly why. I bought mine only because of the styling. I love KTMs. The preform really god. But I don't like the style.
This is a way for the manufacturer to sell more bikes. They don't need to invent the wheel twice.
Interesting to note, the seat on the Norden is WAY more comfortable than the plank on the 890.
@martyn_g I've only tried a ktm 790 adventure r (maybe?). And yeah, it sure does have a plank!
But! It was surprisingly different from my norden. Taler bike (duh?). And the quick shifter felt better.
Fun fact. Changed my seat to a comfort seat to match my black wrap over the white and yellow. It's not as comfortable as the stock seat.