I have put 6,500 miles on mine in the past 6 months. Including rough single track. The Norden is my daily driver and I have grown to trust it a lot coming from all Japanese dual sports previously. They are so much fun on and off road too! Hands down my favorite bike ever.
@@OrthodoxTrooper Unfortunately, nothing. But I get it. I was a KTM/Husky hater too. All my previous bikes were Japanese dual sports and my buddies had started drinking the Orange Koolade while I stuck to bikes like the WR250R, DRZ400E etc. After dumping $10k into a 2022 CRF300L Rally with CBR300R cams, tune, intake, exhaust, Rally Raid Level II suspension, better seat, etc it still left much to be desired on longer trips. After putting 10k miles on it in a year and I decided to get an 2022/2023 Africa Twin to better suit my needs. Unfortunately Honda didnt want to sell me one. I called 10 different dealerships over a 2 month period, and finally found one that claimed to have 3 on the showroom floor. Before I left that morning I called again to verify they were available and I was pre-approved for an ATAS with just about any accessory I wanted. I rode 3 hours one way to the dealership. Walked in, and there was no Africa Twins in sight. A sales person never greeted or spoke to me while I was there for 15 minutes. Walked up to the front desk and told them I was there to buy an Africa Twin. A sales person said, "Oh yeah those bikes are still in crates but they are sold already." Im sure you can image that was really frustrating so I left and walked over to the KTM dealership next door. They had a 2023 KTM 890 Adventure R and a Tenere 700 on the shoroom next to each other. Test rode both and found the KTM to be much easier to maneuver at slow speeds like coming to a stop without putting my feet down and taking off again. It had gobs of power and made the Tenere feel anemic. I just couldnt get over how ugly the KTM was, but I was hooked after riding one. Decided to go home and think it over and after doing some research I landed on the Norden 901. I liked that it had a wide and more comfortable seat than the KTM. Also appreciated Cruise and Quickshifter not being extra on top of the purchase price. To top it off it doesnt look like a alien bug screaming for attention. I ride year round here and Texas and havent looked back on my purchase. The one I can neg about it is the hot exhaust, but I replaced the cat with a high flow cat thats smaller and heat was greatly reduced.
@@marcochavanne I totaly understand where you coming from.. crf 300 is too weak and small but good for some use cases like technical off road on a long distances or for someone who is not strong enough to handle a bigger bike.. I don't fancy japanese motorcycles my self I muvh prefer European brands for the looks and features but there is one big concern for someone who wants to travel the world and that is reliability and ktm has really bad reputation. My dream bike would be Norden expedition made by Yamaha or Honda, but they don't make such fun bikes. Honda dealers are such a crap here where I live in Europe as well, I wanted to test AF but they dont have it and they don't care for costumers.. you can only order and wait for months. Ducati is my favorite brand now tbh
@@OrthodoxTrooper I bet your Duc is a hoot. Everyone that has one seems to love them. Yeah I eventually felt the bike had been pushed to its limits and was holding me back. Im also a big guy at 6'3" and 260lbs so it was struggling to hold 75-80mph. As far as known issues on the Norden there are loose coolant clamps from the factory that can weep once they warm up, but snugging them up seems to fix that. There was a bad batch of rear shocks so several brand new ones had leaks on the showroom floors but that hasnt seemed to happen yet and they were all replaced. KTM did earn a bad reputation for a while so I can understand the apprehension about an around the world trip on one, but I am not sure if a Ducati would be my first pic for that either lol I do know some 790 KTMs were eating cams around 14,000 miles due too poorly tempered metallurgy but havent heard of any failures on the Nordens yet with their 890/901 engine. I rode close to 1,000 miles in a day to Colorado, beat on it on Engineers Pass and other mountain trails, camped solo off of the bike for a week, then rode it 1,000 miles back home to Texas with no issues.... well other than a screw I picked up in a tire 500 miles from home. But as far as long term reliability the proof wont exist for a few years until we see some with 50k miles. As long as we are smiling thats all that matters. Happy trails
Have basically the same story. Have crf300L and crf450RL but wanted a bigger bike so added the Norden 901 Expedition. Got it the last day of March and have put 8,500 miles on mine riding around the mountains of NC 🇺🇸. Couldn’t love it more. Was worried about the horror stories I’d heard about the KTM family of bikes but have had zero issues. Enjoy! 🏍️💨
An excellent, very honest and comprehensive review Runa . The bike suits you well .I have never worried about the touring screen view in your videos,,or seen it as an issue . For me personally, it is your comfort that comes first anyway.
Like Grhmnz says The windshield doesn’t bother me either. Your videos are so much more than what you see just in front of the bike. Your comfort is more important. But if you’re interested in to ride a season with the lower windshield you’re comparison between them both in a longer perspective also can be interesting for a lot of riders 🤔 So there can be pros and cons with both choice. 😊
That is interesting to hear! I figured some people perhaps were just too polite to say something 😂 It really is annoying for me as well when I edit the footage and see how big it is, so for my own sanity I will try a season with the normal screen too!
Yeas, I think I would like to try a season with the lower one. After all, I don't ride highways very much so it might not make a huge difference! We'll have to see I guess 😃
@@OffSheGoesADV I suggest you get the Puig clip on visor to use with the shorter windscreen. The standard screen sent the air directly into my faceplate and peak/visor causing terrible head vibration, but with the extra Puig it is going up above my helmet. As far as the camera, I don't have an issue with the touring screen in your videos, but the Puig is a bit flatter than the top edge of the touring screen so it could be more transparent for the camera. It certainly is less distorted to look through than the curving plastic parts of windscreens. Also you can adjust the angle of the edge to direct the air, which is nice when it's hot. I use the medium size (25cm x 10cm).
just rolled over a year on my Norden. rode a GS for over a decade...thought that was the best bike ever. Then I got the Norden. Love it. miss a center stand, but that's about it. Love this bike. Can commute on the Norden, urban ride, and chew pavement for hours. Then, we hit the dirt...she's a little wide, but God Damn does this thing love playing the dirt. that power, the low center of gravity...pure bliss. As far as problems, I had the weird cold start issue until about 5K Kms, then vanished. I also noticed that is drank some oil for the first 5K Km as well, but that has slowed. I don't miss my GS...this Norden is great. Just a great bike with very little compromises!
Oh my gosh, people were complaining about the screen? You need to do what's best for you as you are the one actually riding the bike. SMDH Safe travels, Runa. ❤
Great review of a very capable adventure middle weight. I am considering the 901 after 3 years on a V85TT. It has been a joy on the back roads and have 30k on the clock ridding it to AK for a month from Northern California but a little more pep and suspension sounds nice. The V85 is a very cool adventure travel but the factory support sucks and it wont pop a wheelie.
Really good review and I can agree with you also. I’ve put over 10,000km on my Norden in the past 18 months, I love it, I’m tall and also was worried that my long legs would be a problem for the seating position but, it never even comes into my thoughts. I just love to ride it, get onto back roads whenever I can. It’s been great for touring and camping here in Australia. It’s just such a fun bike, some small problems but to be honest, the smile I get when I ride, get bigger everyday
29 inch inseam??? that was always mine. Always difficult reaching the ground on all motorcycles. Your windscreen was never an issue to me. It was always sound and music. I am surprised that none of the suck hole aluminum welds did not crack or break. Great review. Guess you are short like me too. Take care.
I have a ktm 890 adv R. like every other ktm in the family they had their "first miles" issues as I call them. First 2-3k always something like leaking fork seals and a bit of oil sweating at the cover. But after the first km's they are bulletproof. And the performance and power is just out of this world so wouldn't trade it for those small things
Nice review Runa. No snow in Norway at the end of November, must be in the south? I doubt your Twin Pegs will work with a center stand, they don't on a T7 anyway. This is a very general comment, but I think riders start getting concerned with reliability once the warranty runs out and the bike's longer-term reliability comes into focus. I agree, it 100% is a better set up (from factory), comfortable, tech-loaded bike than a T7 - the but is, what could happen when you are in the middle of no where... it's that ticking time bomb sensation....nothing may happen, or it strands you in the middle of the desert or forest, and where I ride, there aren't any people or cellular coverage for a long, long way. I wanted the Norden or KTM 890...but in the end went with a heavily modified T7 for that piece of mind.
Good point! 😊 I can only speak for myself, but I have enough trust in this machine to take it anywhere. Its minor problems have not been of such character that it leaves you stranded anywhere. Also this is still a relatively new bike to the market so I expect any major issues would be resolved 😊 And yes, I live close to Stavanger on the south west coast of Norway! Snow and ice here now - this video was definitely recorded last minute 😂
Excellent long range test 😍! Thanks for your real sights of the husky norden ! so why do you always have a fur on your seat 😄 ? Is it that warm without seat heating ? I think there is little difference to only sit at the original seat .. ? 🥶
Thank you! 😊 The seat started off as an attempt to make the seat of the Tenere more comfortable, and warmer. Now I just really like, just a much for the looks of it 😃 The Norden seat is a lot softer than the T7, so it does not add THAT much for comfort.
I too came from a T7 to a Norden , the screen for me on both bikes is rubbish ,on theT7 I fitted a powerbronze short screen and that was great, on the Norden however I fitted a wrs short screen which is a lot better but not as good yet as the T7. I have also fitted a peice of edging strip-the kind to protect a sharp edge, and that is again better, these small gripes don't alter the fact I think it's a great bike, and worth it to tinker a bit to get it just right for me .
How bad is the heat of the motor on your legs? I really like the bike, but I live in a very warm climate, so excessive heat from the motor would be a killer
The heat coming from the engine can be quite uncomfortable on warm days, riding slow pace like in rush traffic. I totally forgot to mention this, as I it is rarely a problem for me riding i cooler conditions most of the time!
2nd rule of a yt creator is : Never do what the comment section suggests. Your doing a motorcycle touring show out in nature w/stunning views, not a nature show that happens to be from a motorcycle, right ? Your audience is primarily motorcycle enthusiasts, right ? Speaking for myself I'd tell the commenters bothered by the windscreen in their view to go out & ride a bike on the highway in the rain at 112 kph w/a small cosmetic windscreen then honestly resubmit their thoughts on the matter. I've ridden w/out windscreens for years & I'm a carpenter in pretty good shape but on long hauls friends w/screens end up a lot less exhausted on the other end. I'd give my opinion on the '24 Expedition but mine's being delivered next week. Only thing I can comment on is the ridiculous price they want for nylon riding gear. Like it's a rare beast that only benighted hunters can slay for it's exotic pelt of urethane coated denier nylon. Not a petrochemical that's delivered by tanker truck. Perhaps it's sewn by unicorns & I should be grateful for the blessing of plastic, I don't know. Inkling suspicion someone in this transaction to be is being had. Maybe Elves are involved....can't trust Elves..
Norden msrp is $15.7k while Tenere is $10.5k. I wouldn't even put them in the same class. Pricewise, it would be closer to compare with Super Tenere which in my opinion is far better value if the goal is to stay on the road and easy dirt. You get a lot more with Super Ten which ends up being cheaper package. Noden is quite pretty bike though.
I have 2022 Norden 901 with 5600 miles. No issues. I would like to know where the ABS module is so I can confirm tightness of the ground. Do you have a photo or anything that would help me locate it. You are doing a great job, I have enjoyed your videos, keep up The good work.
Hi! Im sorry, I have no pictures. I only know it was a big job, where they had to take off the whole plastic protection in front, AND the tank! Its located underneath there somewhere!
Excellent review. You really have done a good job with that. That bike really suits your needs and your riding. We have talked a lot about the bike and what you feel about it and me and I really can ensure you give us your honest opinion. Excellent work as usual Runa. 👍
Thank you, Jonas! 😊 It was a bit hard to select what to talk about, as there are so many aspects but I think these were the most important ones for me.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv It’s a very long and very old cable from Norway to US 😊 Norway was the first country outside US that connected to “Arpanet” in June 15 1973. 🤩🇳🇴
Hi Runa, good and honest review. I am a Norden 901 Expedition owner and I love it. You didn´t mention about the engine heat or the lack of warnings. Can you see the led for the fog lights? I can´t. Now running with 18.000 km (with a long trip of 9.600 km). Here is my detailed review after 16.000 km (activate subtitles) where I explain more in depth ruclips.net/video/Dkq0rZ8BnNw/видео.html
Excellent review. I got the Expedition model and I love how versatile this bike is. You can drive hard off road but then 800 km straight on highway is no problem either. Engine is raw and powerfull. Not as sophisticated as others so it may not sound as reliable but so far it has been. 12000 km in without problems. On the minus side I like the instrument cluster bit too complicated to navigate. If you use this as commuter bike there is one (big) flaw when weather is hot (around +20degC up). Catalytic converter between your legs.. Oh boy it gets hot when you wait the traffic lights to change.. Oh one more thing.. Touring screen. Great on road but if you plan to drive more off road I recommend the lower version. Because when the bike suddenly decides to stop it is very easy to hit your throat to the touring screen and it hurts.
Hi Runa, nice and informative video, thank you for sharing your experience about the Norden. I am also a fresh Norden owner. Before the Husky I had a BMW R1200 GS (2005) but I am really happy with the 20-25 kg less weight, the power and the consumption is the same, but I have a lot of useful electronics. I also upgraded to bigger windshield, maybe this is the only thing what was better on the GS. The central stand is a good thing, the wider side stander extension also. The soft lagguage is also in a test periode for me. Greetings from Transylvania. #alparsmotoadventure
For two months now I own a 901 Expedition. I’m 209cm at 150 kg and the bike fits me perfectly. Today I was riding it at 2°C to work and I had to reduce the heated seat to medium because it was to hot on high! What I need to upgrade is my riding gear. But for that I have to save my money awhile. 😊
Please do not change your windshield. They were doing the same thing to Noraly. She now mounts 1 camera on a stick above the windshield. Your awesome!! Let them sit on your fender holding a camera blocking the frigid wind for you for 14,000km.
That was an excellent review Runa, really enjoyed hearing your honest thoughts. I sometimes wondered if you took your wool seat cover inside when you left the bike out in the rain overnight when camping or did you just have to ride with a wet seat ? I had not even noticed the windshield being "in the way" at all in the videos, maybe we bike riders get conditioned to it and just look past it as though it doesn't exist. You might regret the lower height if you replace it, it may direct the wind and rain (and bugs) straight into or slightly under your helmet and cause buffeting and a sore neck, but maybe it will be fine. You honestly don't need to sacrifice your comfort for us, your videos and the camera views are outstanding as they are. 🌞 It's a wonderful thing when you find a bike you really bond with isn't it ! Thanks muchly for sharing all your content and adventures, looking forward to seeing what you get up to in future rides. Cheers. 🤩🤩👍👍 🦘🦘🦘
Thank you! Glad you liked it 😊 I just leave the sheep skin on at all times. Since its all natural it still contains the lanolin fat, making it quite water repellant so it dryes up really quick in the rain 😊 And I'll have to reconsider going for the lower screen now with all your comments saying it doesnt bother you 😃 Probably gonna try the shorter one with a clip on or something first! Have a great evening! 😊
Loved the reivew, clear and honest. I considered a Norden when recently looking for a second bike to take on longer trips but eventually fell for the Triumph Scrambler 1200XE. There have been a lot of new great ADV bikes recently giving the T7 a run for its money. ATB Jason.
Very useful, sensible and helpful review. is a good bike for commuting honestly? daily use (comfortable) and weekend touring, of perhaps recreation purpose? this is better than ktm 890 for my purpose ? I only drive on public roads/highways... it is wise to jump from naked bike to this touring/Adventure for daily use. Any way great video Be safe
Nice review! I have a '22 with about 5K miles and feel the same way about mine. I have owned everything from an XT250 to a KTM 1290SAT and this one is my new favorite. My previous favorite was a KTM 990 ADV that I put 50K miles on and wanted to get back to that. The Norden feels like a super modern version of the old 950-990 and that was a legendary bike way ahead of its time. Husky really did a great job with this one!
Real cool to read your experience. Especially having had such amazing bikes as the 1290 and definitely the 990. I would love to ride one someday soon. I bought the Norden 901 and have 8500 miles on it and love it. I’ve only had some Honda dual sports so wouldn’t know how it compared to some other bikes I’ve always liked and wanted to try so appreciate you sharing your experience. Enjoy 🏍️💨
Had mine since late summer like it a lot will list my upgrades. Larger screen , engine bash plate ,ergo heated seat , oe heated grips , adventure riding mode package, 2 finger leavers , camel adv heat shield. Now having new graphics fitted to make it look nicer and stand out more. Use it a lot for off road green laning next upgrade new tyres looking at rally raids. No issues with bike great machine
Really nice review, great to hear some real world feedback. Really considering the Norden after 20 years on sports bikes it's time for a little comfort! I sat on one yesterday in the showroom and was a little concerned as like you could only get my toes down, great to hear you manage with that.
I currently ride a Tiger 900 rally pro, but I was considering a Norden. It has 20k on it, and I am really happy if not for the fact that it has too many parts sticking out that could catch if you drop it offroad. I have at this time paid 2000 euros for replacement parts. All simple mud and sand drops. I think a norden, with its streamlined design, has a lot less to catch on to things. What is your experience dropping it?
Great review. I'm thinking about a replacement for my V-Strom, and you've got me tempted. The Norden checks a lot of boxes in what I need from a bike, and the only real issue for me is that there's not much of a dealer network where I live. Did you get much of a chance to compare it with a KTM 890?
Mind if i ask how tall you are? I am really liking this bike (or a t7 :D ) but at over 6 foot i struggle, and you mention the knees thing. That worries me! D:
Thanks WOW THAT'S AWESOME KEEP IT UP FOR THE SAKE OF HUMANITY LOVE KINDNESS WOMEN POWER DIGNITY FREEDOM PROSPERITY JUSTICE LIBERTY FRATERNITY EQUALITY HAPPINESS ✌️👍👌
Please don't sacrifice your comfort for our enjoyment of your videos! To be honest, I didn't even notice it was an issue for me. I still enjoy your videos! ❤😉👍 BTW, I hope to have a Norden 901 Expedition one day. 🤞
Hi Runa, I have noticed you are also missing the cross bar from your rack. Have you uninstalled it on purpose or lost it as I have. Husqvarna is not replacing mine as they say it is not possible that it falls off just like that ?!
I haven’t crashed or dropped a bike in over 30 years UNTIL a couple months ago I did the same thing you did ha. I put my lower foot down on a slope like an idiot and leaned the bike towards the downhill and slowly dropped my KTM 1190R! It was so embarrassing!! Haha
This it's an honest review done by someone who actually knows what she's talking about. Husqvarna chose a good ambassador who is honest with her opinions. I would buy it based on your findings 😊. Thank you Runa!
Hi Runa. Great review. Nice to see a review that is not just tech etc etc…I have e 10500 km on my Norden after 6 month of riding. I am completely in love with this bike. The only issue i have had is the electronics but that got taken care of by Husqvarna on warranty (ABS box). Hope to see you on the road next year. Hopefully you will be on a Norden. Best Regards Thomas SimpleGuyon2wheels
Hi greetings from Italy! Norden owner here with more or less ur kilometers and your mod. I add only crash bar instead the expedition protection that u put on. I tried tenere so much and I have ur same opinion I will never choose another bike. Norden is such a great hidden gem imho. Off road, on road, alone camping, full loaded with my wife for a week jurney this bike is so comfortable and so reliable. T700 is like a big enduro bike very good only for super tech off road ( only if I will mod the suspension a little bit) and for off road in general on normal streets tenere has so much problem ( like high on of felling for exemple or the seat is too hard ) is simply not comfortable like Norden at all. I like the off road and I did some difficult off road this summer and this is true for that maybe suspension upgrade will be better but if u put more mm on suspension on road u will loose a little bit comfort. So for me is the perfect all round traveler bike. Only issue like u was a oil pressure error coming every time I started the bike but like u it was a cable problem, solved in 10 min on workshop.
Very good review. I have been interested in the Norden since it came out. I have no issue with the taller windscreen and the helmet camera view. Why? Because I would add the taller screen too and the helmet camera captures well the view I would have while riding.
I have the base model like yours. On the one hand I really really really like it, the bike is way more capable then I am and can do so much realy good. I'm a newbie for adv and im only 1m78. As an inexperienced adv-rider it feels a bit too high to feel comfortable when stopping sudenly on a sketchy roadprofile with significant dropp offs on the side and that is the other hand. The power is for me more than enough too be an interesting road bike. Sometimes i think about selling it and go back for a 4 in line sportbike and for example a caballero rally but both are not good for comfortable touring many kilometers in a day. The Norden is a really good compromise and gives you lots of fun times
I must admit your DesertX does look good, especially the colour of the bike and the Mosko bags… maybe a collaboration with Runa would be good to test the different bike ergonomics, capabilities and features etc.
Did we ever find out why the KTM 790 magically disappeared. There were about 7 videos featuring the 790 then all of a sudden, nothing. I don't remember a video sharing info or detail about what happened.
Hi! I had the KTM 790 in year 2021, a lot has happened since then 😊 If you scroll through my videos and community page, you'll find info where I share that I become ambassador for Husqvarna in 2023 😊 I don't think I ever said anything about changing from the KTM to the Tenere though, my channel was not very big at that time.
Great video. I tried so hard to get the Norden Expedition but I could not get one so I got the KTM 890 Adventure R. When I first got the bike I really hated the seat and I wished for the Norden seat, but my seat is broken in and I don't notice it so much. When you get into more technical off road pulling wheelies and spinning the tire becomes necessary to maneuver or go over obstacles. The other modes allow you to dial that into your preferences to do that more easily without unleashing the full power of the bike. Also the center stand gets in the way as well as adds a bunch of weight. To get around the center stand you use the kickstand, a tree, and a rope or ratchet strap. You put the bike with the kickstand toward the tree and then hook the rope or ratchet strap to the handle bar, around the tree, and then to the back of the bike. Tightening the rope/ratchet strap will pull the bike toward the tree, the weight moves onto the kickstand, and the tires lift off the ground. This allows you to fix tires and so forth.
I ve à norden and I can add 2 comments. you should test the rally throttle in mode explorer 😊, and you forget the main default in my hot country is the heat from the engine when you ride slowly. but you are right, in final i love my norden ❤
Badass bike. I want one but I think Im just to short. Most bikes are too tall for me I always just deal with it. Nice mirrors, stock ones suck… Enjoyed the video. Thx.
Thank you! I'm 175cm tall and the boots add a little bit too, which of course makes it easier. If you're looking for inspiration, take a look at for example @JocelinSnow . A pretty short woman who's absolutely rocking her GS. She has so many good tips and techniques to share about how to handle a big bike as a shorter rider. For any riders, really!
Looks like you are on the Dunlop Trailmax Raid tires? Iv'e seen videos of these on other bikes and they sing very loudly, but on your's they seem to be fine and quiet. Perhaps it's a size thing with the tires. Can you comment on tires you've used on your incredible journeys.
I've hard about that too, but it has not been a problem for me at all! In fact they seemed more quiet than the ones I had before. The ones i can remember; I've tried Anakee Adventure, Battlax A41, Scorpion Rally STR and Mitas E07+. All great tires, my favourites so far would have to be the Trailmax Ride, Mitas and Battlax 😊
Hint: Ser endel av ResBull down hill gutta har satt kamera under skyggen på hjelmen, da kan det hende utsikten over skjermen blir bedre. :) Ikke noe klage fra min side, syns videoene dine er hely topp, tror jeg har fått med meg alle :)
Very nice review - you seem to have a natural talent👌You smiled through nearly all this vid which seemed to express your honest enthusiam for this bike👍Will you need any special adaptions for smaller screen - windbuffeting - helmet mic? 🤔 😊
Thank you, Jeremy! 😊 What can I say? The bike brings me joy 😃 I'm not sure how much the smaller windscreen will affect the audio yet. I am already playing around with options other than what I have since it didn't work so well at the end of the season. Might go back to the DJI Mic!
A great review, Runa! I'm glad to see that your channel is doing really well! :-) I believe I was among the first to find your channel. You've created wonderful content!! 😀 Are you changing bikes for next year??
Thank you! And so cool that you've been here all along! 😃 It's been quite the journey and I am looking forward to whats coming! I will share news about next years bike very soon 😁
Have you consider a different camera mount? I don't know if there is option; instead of the lower wind screen. Excellent video and explanation of your upgrade choices.
Great review Runa i find no problem with the view though the screen from your camera you are the one that has to be comfortable especially doing the distances that you travel looking forward to the next adventure 😊
Hi Runa, ottima recensione e onesta. La Norden e' una moto che mi piace molto. Potresti aggiungere che tipo di pneumatici hai usato, come ti sei trovata con i pneumatici usati nelle tue condizioni di viaggio (asfalto, sterrato, pioggia....)😊
I have put 6,500 miles on mine in the past 6 months. Including rough single track. The Norden is my daily driver and I have grown to trust it a lot coming from all Japanese dual sports previously. They are so much fun on and off road too! Hands down my favorite bike ever.
how much they gave you to write that?
@@OrthodoxTrooper Unfortunately, nothing. But I get it. I was a KTM/Husky hater too. All my previous bikes were Japanese dual sports and my buddies had started drinking the Orange Koolade while I stuck to bikes like the WR250R, DRZ400E etc. After dumping $10k into a 2022 CRF300L Rally with CBR300R cams, tune, intake, exhaust, Rally Raid Level II suspension, better seat, etc it still left much to be desired on longer trips. After putting 10k miles on it in a year and I decided to get an 2022/2023 Africa Twin to better suit my needs.
Unfortunately Honda didnt want to sell me one. I called 10 different dealerships over a 2 month period, and finally found one that claimed to have 3 on the showroom floor. Before I left that morning I called again to verify they were available and I was pre-approved for an ATAS with just about any accessory I wanted. I rode 3 hours one way to the dealership. Walked in, and there was no Africa Twins in sight. A sales person never greeted or spoke to me while I was there for 15 minutes. Walked up to the front desk and told them I was there to buy an Africa Twin. A sales person said, "Oh yeah those bikes are still in crates but they are sold already."
Im sure you can image that was really frustrating so I left and walked over to the KTM dealership next door.
They had a 2023 KTM 890 Adventure R and a Tenere 700 on the shoroom next to each other. Test rode both and found the KTM to be much easier to maneuver at slow speeds like coming to a stop without putting my feet down and taking off again. It had gobs of power and made the Tenere feel anemic. I just couldnt get over how ugly the KTM was, but I was hooked after riding one. Decided to go home and think it over and after doing some research I landed on the Norden 901. I liked that it had a wide and more comfortable seat than the KTM. Also appreciated Cruise and Quickshifter not being extra on top of the purchase price. To top it off it doesnt look like a alien bug screaming for attention.
I ride year round here and Texas and havent looked back on my purchase. The one I can neg about it is the hot exhaust, but I replaced the cat with a high flow cat thats smaller and heat was greatly reduced.
@@marcochavanne I totaly understand where you coming from.. crf 300 is too weak and small but good for some use cases like technical off road on a long distances or for someone who is not strong enough to handle a bigger bike.. I don't fancy japanese motorcycles my self I muvh prefer European brands for the looks and features but there is one big concern for someone who wants to travel the world and that is reliability and ktm has really bad reputation. My dream bike would be Norden expedition made by Yamaha or Honda, but they don't make such fun bikes. Honda dealers are such a crap here where I live in Europe as well, I wanted to test AF but they dont have it and they don't care for costumers.. you can only order and wait for months. Ducati is my favorite brand now tbh
@@OrthodoxTrooper I bet your Duc is a hoot. Everyone that has one seems to love them.
Yeah I eventually felt the bike had been pushed to its limits and was holding me back. Im also a big guy at 6'3" and 260lbs so it was struggling to hold 75-80mph.
As far as known issues on the Norden there are loose coolant clamps from the factory that can weep once they warm up, but snugging them up seems to fix that. There was a bad batch of rear shocks so several brand new ones had leaks on the showroom floors but that hasnt seemed to happen yet and they were all replaced. KTM did earn a bad reputation for a while so I can understand the apprehension about an around the world trip on one, but I am not sure if a Ducati would be my first pic for that either lol
I do know some 790 KTMs were eating cams around 14,000 miles due too poorly tempered metallurgy but havent heard of any failures on the Nordens yet with their 890/901 engine.
I rode close to 1,000 miles in a day to Colorado, beat on it on Engineers Pass and other mountain trails, camped solo off of the bike for a week, then rode it 1,000 miles back home to Texas with no issues.... well other than a screw I picked up in a tire 500 miles from home. But as far as long term reliability the proof wont exist for a few years until we see some with 50k miles.
As long as we are smiling thats all that matters.
Happy trails
Have basically the same story. Have crf300L and crf450RL but wanted a bigger bike so added the Norden 901 Expedition. Got it the last day of March and have put 8,500 miles on mine riding around the mountains of NC 🇺🇸. Couldn’t love it more. Was worried about the horror stories I’d heard about the KTM family of bikes but have had zero issues.
Enjoy! 🏍️💨
An excellent, very honest and comprehensive review Runa . The bike suits you well .I have never worried about the touring screen view in your videos,,or seen it as an issue . For me personally, it is your comfort that comes first anyway.
Like Grhmnz says The windshield doesn’t bother me either. Your videos are so much more than what you see just in front of the bike. Your comfort is more important.
But if you’re interested in to ride a season with the lower windshield you’re comparison between them both in a longer perspective also can be interesting for a lot of riders 🤔 So there can be pros and cons with both choice. 😊
I agree with Grhmnz and Joones about the touring screen, it has never bothered me,,,, but now that it’s been pointed out it might 😂
That is interesting to hear! I figured some people perhaps were just too polite to say something 😂 It really is annoying for me as well when I edit the footage and see how big it is, so for my own sanity I will try a season with the normal screen too!
Yeas, I think I would like to try a season with the lower one. After all, I don't ride highways very much so it might not make a huge difference! We'll have to see I guess 😃
@@OffSheGoesADV I suggest you get the Puig clip on visor to use with the shorter windscreen. The standard screen sent the air directly into my faceplate and peak/visor causing terrible head vibration, but with the extra Puig it is going up above my helmet. As far as the camera, I don't have an issue with the touring screen in your videos, but the Puig is a bit flatter than the top edge of the touring screen so it could be more transparent for the camera. It certainly is less distorted to look through than the curving plastic parts of windscreens. Also you can adjust the angle of the edge to direct the air, which is nice when it's hot. I use the medium size (25cm x 10cm).
just rolled over a year on my Norden. rode a GS for over a decade...thought that was the best bike ever. Then I got the Norden. Love it. miss a center stand, but that's about it. Love this bike. Can commute on the Norden, urban ride, and chew pavement for hours. Then, we hit the dirt...she's a little wide, but God Damn does this thing love playing the dirt. that power, the low center of gravity...pure bliss. As far as problems, I had the weird cold start issue until about 5K Kms, then vanished. I also noticed that is drank some oil for the first 5K Km as well, but that has slowed. I don't miss my GS...this Norden is great. Just a great bike with very little compromises!
Oh my gosh, people were complaining about the screen? You need to do what's best for you as you are the one actually riding the bike. SMDH
Safe travels, Runa. ❤
Exactly. The wind will beat you to death. My Honda Goldwing 1500 will put me to sleep. The wind screen was never an issue with me.
Great review of a very capable adventure middle weight. I am considering the 901 after 3 years on a V85TT. It has been a joy on the back roads and have 30k on the clock ridding it to AK for a month from Northern California but a little more pep and suspension sounds nice. The V85 is a very cool adventure travel but the factory support sucks and it wont pop a wheelie.
Really good review and I can agree with you also. I’ve put over 10,000km on my Norden in the past 18 months, I love it, I’m tall and also was worried that my long legs would be a problem for the seating position but, it never even comes into my thoughts. I just love to ride it, get onto back roads whenever I can. It’s been great for touring and camping here in Australia. It’s just such a fun bike, some small problems but to be honest, the smile I get when I ride, get bigger everyday
I have a 2023 with 5000 miles, no problems. I love mine. Good video!
29 inch inseam??? that was always mine. Always difficult reaching the ground on all motorcycles. Your windscreen was never an issue to me. It was always sound and music. I am surprised that none of the suck hole aluminum welds did not crack or break. Great review. Guess you are short like me too. Take care.
Thanks for your test with your pros and cons. The Norden Expedition will be my first Motorbike. Drive Safe! Thanks a lot!
Cool review! 😊 I live in Norway but come from Uppsala. I got my license last year and Im planing on importing one of these to Norway 😊
Parabéns Runa, excelente explanação sobre a Norden e seus acessórios. Muito honesto de sua parte.
Thanks for the review, Runa! Looking forward to your next adventures. 🙂
Great review Runa 💪🏼👍🏼🤩
I have a ktm 890 adv R. like every other ktm in the family they had their "first miles" issues as I call them. First 2-3k always something like leaking fork seals and a bit of oil sweating at the cover. But after the first km's they are bulletproof. And the performance and power is just out of this world so wouldn't trade it for those small things
Thats interesting to hear! I'm curious to see how these hold up after a few years and a decent number on the odometer!
Nice review Runa. No snow in Norway at the end of November, must be in the south? I doubt your Twin Pegs will work with a center stand, they don't on a T7 anyway. This is a very general comment, but I think riders start getting concerned with reliability once the warranty runs out and the bike's longer-term reliability comes into focus. I agree, it 100% is a better set up (from factory), comfortable, tech-loaded bike than a T7 - the but is, what could happen when you are in the middle of no where... it's that ticking time bomb sensation....nothing may happen, or it strands you in the middle of the desert or forest, and where I ride, there aren't any people or cellular coverage for a long, long way. I wanted the Norden or KTM 890...but in the end went with a heavily modified T7 for that piece of mind.
Good point! 😊 I can only speak for myself, but I have enough trust in this machine to take it anywhere. Its minor problems have not been of such character that it leaves you stranded anywhere. Also this is still a relatively new bike to the market so I expect any major issues would be resolved 😊 And yes, I live close to Stavanger on the south west coast of Norway! Snow and ice here now - this video was definitely recorded last minute 😂
Thank you, young lady for this exellent review! 😍
Nice honest review good video
Excellent long range test 😍! Thanks for your real sights of the husky norden ! so why do you always have a fur on your seat 😄 ? Is it that warm without seat heating ? I think there is little difference to only sit at the original seat .. ? 🥶
Thank you! 😊 The seat started off as an attempt to make the seat of the Tenere more comfortable, and warmer. Now I just really like, just a much for the looks of it 😃 The Norden seat is a lot softer than the T7, so it does not add THAT much for comfort.
Great review!
Very interesting video?
I live in Spain and I am having problems with the heat from the cat these summer days
Have you had this problem too?
I too came from a T7 to a Norden , the screen for me on both bikes is rubbish ,on theT7 I fitted a powerbronze short screen and that was great, on the Norden however I fitted a wrs short screen which is a lot better but not as good yet as the T7.
I have also fitted a peice of edging strip-the kind to protect a sharp edge, and that is again better,
these small gripes don't alter the fact I think it's a great bike, and worth it to tinker a bit to get it just right for me .
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How bad is the heat of the motor on your legs? I really like the bike, but I live in a very warm climate, so excessive heat from the motor would be a killer
The heat coming from the engine can be quite uncomfortable on warm days, riding slow pace like in rush traffic. I totally forgot to mention this, as I it is rarely a problem for me riding i cooler conditions most of the time!
drivstoffappen is great for finding gas stations near you in scandinavia you can sort by fuel type aswell.
Thanks for the tip, I've never heard of it!
2nd rule of a yt creator is : Never do what the comment section suggests. Your doing a motorcycle touring show out in nature w/stunning views, not a nature show that happens to be from a motorcycle, right ? Your audience is primarily motorcycle enthusiasts, right ? Speaking for myself I'd tell the commenters bothered by the windscreen in their view to go out & ride a bike on the highway in the rain at 112 kph w/a small cosmetic windscreen then honestly resubmit their thoughts on the matter.
I've ridden w/out windscreens for years & I'm a carpenter in pretty good shape but on long hauls friends w/screens end up a lot less exhausted on the other end. I'd give my opinion on the '24 Expedition but mine's being delivered next week. Only thing I can comment on is the ridiculous price they want for nylon riding gear. Like it's a rare beast that only benighted hunters can slay for it's exotic pelt of urethane coated denier nylon. Not a petrochemical that's delivered by tanker truck. Perhaps it's sewn by unicorns & I should be grateful for the blessing of plastic, I don't know.
Inkling suspicion someone in this transaction to be is being had. Maybe Elves are involved....can't trust Elves..
Norden msrp is $15.7k while Tenere is $10.5k. I wouldn't even put them in the same class. Pricewise, it would be closer to compare with Super Tenere which in my opinion is far better value if the goal is to stay on the road and easy dirt. You get a lot more with Super Ten which ends up being cheaper package. Noden is quite pretty bike though.
Would you recommend this bike for a newbie 6ft 3 and 115 kg
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I have 2022 Norden 901 with 5600 miles. No issues. I would like to know where the ABS module is so I can confirm tightness of the ground. Do you have a photo or anything that would help me locate it. You are doing a great job, I have enjoyed your videos, keep up The good work.
Hi! Im sorry, I have no pictures. I only know it was a big job, where they had to take off the whole plastic protection in front, AND the tank! Its located underneath there somewhere!
Um abraço aqui do brasil pra você.
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Hi bit of a question is there anything left of the viking Uppsala
Hello, how do you know in terms of rear passenger ride comfort?
Unfortunately I have not ridden with a passenger on this bike, or been a passenger myself so I don't have any experience to share on that matter
good rona
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Excellent review. You really have done a good job with that. That bike really suits your needs and your riding.
We have talked a lot about the bike and what you feel about it and me and I really can ensure you give us your honest opinion.
Excellent work as usual Runa. 👍
Thank you, Jonas! 😊 It was a bit hard to select what to talk about, as there are so many aspects but I think these were the most important ones for me.
Impossible 20 hours ago. when I got it, it said 45 seconds ago. Is the internet that slow from Norway to South Florida???
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv It’s a very long and very old cable from Norway to US 😊
Norway was the first country outside US that connected to “Arpanet” in June 15 1973. 🤩🇳🇴
@@JoonesAdventuresMC What is arpanet??? I could not believe 20 hours. I think it is a communist plot to overthrow youtube. 😁
Hi Runa, good and honest review. I am a Norden 901 Expedition owner and I love it. You didn´t mention about the engine heat or the lack of warnings. Can you see the led for the fog lights? I can´t. Now running with 18.000 km (with a long trip of 9.600 km). Here is my detailed review after 16.000 km (activate subtitles) where I explain more in depth ruclips.net/video/Dkq0rZ8BnNw/видео.html
Well done, Runa. Yours is one of the best bike reviews I have seen and you certainly motivated me towards a Norden for future consideration.
Excellent review. I got the Expedition model and I love how versatile this bike is. You can drive hard off road but then 800 km straight on highway is no problem either. Engine is raw and powerfull. Not as sophisticated as others so it may not sound as reliable but so far it has been. 12000 km in without problems. On the minus side I like the instrument cluster bit too complicated to navigate. If you use this as commuter bike there is one (big) flaw when weather is hot (around +20degC up). Catalytic converter between your legs.. Oh boy it gets hot when you wait the traffic lights to change.. Oh one more thing.. Touring screen. Great on road but if you plan to drive more off road I recommend the lower version. Because when the bike suddenly decides to stop it is very easy to hit your throat to the touring screen and it hurts.
Hi Runa, nice and informative video, thank you for sharing your experience about the Norden. I am also a fresh Norden owner. Before the Husky I had a BMW R1200 GS (2005) but I am really happy with the 20-25 kg less weight, the power and the consumption is the same, but I have a lot of useful electronics. I also upgraded to bigger windshield, maybe this is the only thing what was better on the GS. The central stand is a good thing, the wider side stander extension also. The soft lagguage is also in a test periode for me. Greetings from Transylvania. #alparsmotoadventure
Please, people notice how she pronounces Husqvarna. Then learn how to pronounce it CORRECTLY, lol
For two months now I own a 901 Expedition. I’m 209cm at 150 kg and the bike fits me perfectly. Today I was riding it at 2°C to work and I had to reduce the heated seat to medium because it was to hot on high! What I need to upgrade is my riding gear. But for that I have to save my money awhile. 😊
Good to know. I'm also having a 2 at the first number of my height and considering the Norden 🤔
@@HansiDampfKann ich nur empfehlen! 😊👍
Thanks, I really liked this review and, the way you say F..k it 🤣
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Please do not change your windshield. They were doing the same thing to Noraly. She now mounts 1 camera on a stick above the windshield. Your awesome!! Let them sit on your fender holding a camera blocking the frigid wind for you for 14,000km.
Thanks to you Runa ( and a few others) I am picking up my brand new Norden a week this Saturday . Thanks for all your videos
That was an excellent review Runa, really enjoyed hearing your honest thoughts. I sometimes wondered if you took your wool seat cover inside when you left the bike out in the rain overnight when camping or did you just have to ride with a wet seat ? I had not even noticed the windshield being "in the way" at all in the videos, maybe we bike riders get conditioned to it and just look past it as though it doesn't exist. You might regret the lower height if you replace it, it may direct the wind and rain (and bugs) straight into or slightly under your helmet and cause buffeting and a sore neck, but maybe it will be fine. You honestly don't need to sacrifice your comfort for us, your videos and the camera views are outstanding as they are. 🌞 It's a wonderful thing when you find a bike you really bond with isn't it ! Thanks muchly for sharing all your content and adventures, looking forward to seeing what you get up to in future rides. Cheers. 🤩🤩👍👍 🦘🦘🦘
Thank you! Glad you liked it 😊 I just leave the sheep skin on at all times. Since its all natural it still contains the lanolin fat, making it quite water repellant so it dryes up really quick in the rain 😊 And I'll have to reconsider going for the lower screen now with all your comments saying it doesnt bother you 😃 Probably gonna try the shorter one with a clip on or something first! Have a great evening! 😊
Loved the reivew, clear and honest. I considered a Norden when recently looking for a second bike to take on longer trips but eventually fell for the Triumph Scrambler 1200XE. There have been a lot of new great ADV bikes recently giving the T7 a run for its money. ATB Jason.
FWIW I have never found a tall screen an issue in any of your videos and, frankly, I’d rather you were safe and comfortable!
Very useful, sensible and helpful review. is a good bike for commuting honestly? daily use (comfortable) and weekend touring, of perhaps recreation purpose? this is better than ktm 890 for my purpose ? I only drive on public roads/highways... it is wise to jump from naked bike to this touring/Adventure for daily use.
Any way great video
Be safe
I have KTM 890 adventure R - and this Norden looks much better :D Great bike for travellers!
Is Japanese. I'm riding
Noden 901. The clothes I'm wearing are very cool. Which manufacturer is
Nice review! I have a '22 with about 5K miles and feel the same way about mine. I have owned everything from an XT250 to a KTM 1290SAT and this one is my new favorite. My previous favorite was a KTM 990 ADV that I put 50K miles on and wanted to get back to that. The Norden feels like a super modern version of the old 950-990 and that was a legendary bike way ahead of its time. Husky really did a great job with this one!
Real cool to read your experience. Especially having had such amazing bikes as the 1290 and definitely the 990. I would love to ride one someday soon. I bought the Norden 901 and have 8500 miles on it and love it. I’ve only had some Honda dual sports so wouldn’t know how it compared to some other bikes I’ve always liked and wanted to try so appreciate you sharing your experience.
Enjoy 🏍️💨
Had mine since late summer like it a lot will list my upgrades. Larger screen , engine bash plate ,ergo heated seat , oe heated grips , adventure riding mode package, 2 finger leavers , camel adv heat shield. Now having new graphics fitted to make it look nicer and stand out more. Use it a lot for off road green laning next upgrade new tyres looking at rally raids. No issues with bike great machine
Any problems with the cams? Im looking to pick up a Norden soon and I'm a bit concerned that Ktm haven't actually fixed the issues with the 890 motor.
Really nice review, great to hear some real world feedback. Really considering the Norden after 20 years on sports bikes it's time for a little comfort! I sat on one yesterday in the showroom and was a little concerned as like you could only get my toes down, great to hear you manage with that.
I currently ride a Tiger 900 rally pro, but I was considering a Norden. It has 20k on it, and I am really happy if not for the fact that it has too many parts sticking out that could catch if you drop it offroad. I have at this time paid 2000 euros for replacement parts. All simple mud and sand drops.
I think a norden, with its streamlined design, has a lot less to catch on to things. What is your experience dropping it?
Great review. I'm thinking about a replacement for my V-Strom, and you've got me tempted. The Norden checks a lot of boxes in what I need from a bike, and the only real issue for me is that there's not much of a dealer network where I live.
Did you get much of a chance to compare it with a KTM 890?
Mind if i ask how tall you are?
I am really liking this bike (or a t7 :D ) but at over 6 foot i struggle, and you mention the knees thing. That worries me! D:
Thanks WOW THAT'S AWESOME KEEP IT UP FOR THE SAKE OF HUMANITY LOVE KINDNESS WOMEN POWER DIGNITY FREEDOM PROSPERITY JUSTICE LIBERTY FRATERNITY EQUALITY HAPPINESS ✌️👍👌
Please don't sacrifice your comfort for our enjoyment of your videos! To be honest, I didn't even notice it was an issue for me. I still enjoy your videos! ❤😉👍
BTW, I hope to have a Norden 901 Expedition one day. 🤞
Hi Runa, I have noticed you are also missing the cross bar from your rack. Have you uninstalled it on purpose or lost it as I have. Husqvarna is not replacing mine as they say it is not possible that it falls off just like that ?!
Even tough it seems to bee a nice bike, I think I will go with the BMW F900GS
I haven’t crashed or dropped a bike in over 30 years UNTIL a couple months ago I did the same thing you did ha. I put my lower foot down on a slope like an idiot and leaned the bike towards the downhill and slowly dropped my KTM 1190R! It was so embarrassing!! Haha
Thank you very helpful, I’m the market for a mid sized adventure bike.
This it's an honest review done by someone who actually knows what she's talking about.
Husqvarna chose a good ambassador who is honest with her opinions. I would buy it based on your findings 😊.
Thank you Runa!
Hi Runa. Great review. Nice to see a review that is not just tech etc etc…I have e 10500 km on my Norden after 6 month of riding. I am completely in love with this bike. The only issue i have had is the electronics but that got taken care of by Husqvarna on warranty (ABS box). Hope to see you on the road next year. Hopefully you will be on a Norden.
Best Regards
Thomas
SimpleGuyon2wheels
Hi, Thomas! Glad to hear your issues were resolved, and you're still enjoying the bike! 😊 Did they have to change the whole box?
Have a great weekend!
@@OffSheGoesADV Yepp, changed the whole box. 4 hours job😳 great weekend back!
Hi greetings from Italy! Norden owner here with more or less ur kilometers and your mod. I add only crash bar instead the expedition protection that u put on. I tried tenere so much and I have ur same opinion I will never choose another bike. Norden is such a great hidden gem imho. Off road, on road, alone camping, full loaded with my wife for a week jurney this bike is so comfortable and so reliable. T700 is like a big enduro bike very good only for super tech off road ( only if I will mod the suspension a little bit) and for off road in general on normal streets tenere has so much problem ( like high on of felling for exemple or the seat is too hard ) is simply not comfortable like
Norden at all.
I like the off road and I did some difficult off road this summer and this is true for that maybe suspension upgrade will be better but if u put more mm on suspension on road u will loose a little bit comfort. So for me is the perfect all round traveler bike. Only issue like u was a oil pressure error coming every time I started the bike but like u it was a cable problem, solved in 10 min on workshop.
Very good review. I have been interested in the Norden since it came out. I have no issue with the taller windscreen and the helmet camera view. Why? Because I would add the taller screen too and the helmet camera captures well the view I would have while riding.
Niiiiiiice info, thanks and have Best trips....👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰
Get a bigger windshield, put your comfort first.
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That sheepskin cover should be standard, it looks great on that bike!
I have the base model like yours. On the one hand I really really really like it, the bike is way more capable then I am and can do so much realy good. I'm a newbie for adv and im only 1m78. As an inexperienced adv-rider it feels a bit too high to feel comfortable when stopping sudenly on a sketchy roadprofile with significant dropp offs on the side and that is the other hand. The power is for me more than enough too be an interesting road bike. Sometimes i think about selling it and go back for a 4 in line sportbike and for example a caballero rally but both are not good for comfortable touring many kilometers in a day. The Norden is a really good compromise and gives you lots of fun times
It ain't no DesertX but I watched the whole thing 😁 You sure have a nice way of making a review. Gonna be some amazing adventures next year!
I must admit your DesertX does look good, especially the colour of the bike and the Mosko bags… maybe a collaboration with Runa would be good to test the different bike ergonomics, capabilities and features etc.
Hahah 😂 That says something! Thank you Leo, really looking forward to the upcoming year!
Change in starts may be related to factory oil vs. whatever goodness you treated it with.
well the important thing is that you're beautiful 😊
The view would be better if the camera was pointing at you ; )
Did we ever find out why the KTM 790 magically disappeared. There were about 7 videos featuring the 790 then all of a sudden, nothing. I don't remember a video sharing info or detail about what happened.
Hi! I had the KTM 790 in year 2021, a lot has happened since then 😊 If you scroll through my videos and community page, you'll find info where I share that I become ambassador for Husqvarna in 2023 😊 I don't think I ever said anything about changing from the KTM to the Tenere though, my channel was not very big at that time.
how's your camshafts ?
Fix the timestamps in the vid description.
ich hab's schon immer Gesagt --Super Bike-- Super Lady.....
Great video. I tried so hard to get the Norden Expedition but I could not get one so I got the KTM 890 Adventure R. When I first got the bike I really hated the seat and I wished for the Norden seat, but my seat is broken in and I don't notice it so much.
When you get into more technical off road pulling wheelies and spinning the tire becomes necessary to maneuver or go over obstacles. The other modes allow you to dial that into your preferences to do that more easily without unleashing the full power of the bike.
Also the center stand gets in the way as well as adds a bunch of weight. To get around the center stand you use the kickstand, a tree, and a rope or ratchet strap. You put the bike with the kickstand toward the tree and then hook the rope or ratchet strap to the handle bar, around the tree, and then to the back of the bike. Tightening the rope/ratchet strap will pull the bike toward the tree, the weight moves onto the kickstand, and the tires lift off the ground. This allows you to fix tires and so forth.
I ve à norden and I can add 2 comments. you should test the rally throttle in mode explorer 😊, and you forget the main default in my hot country is the heat from the engine when you ride slowly. but you are right, in final i love my norden ❤
Great review ... but what is your length ?
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Badass bike. I want one but I think Im just to short. Most bikes are too tall for me I always just deal with it. Nice mirrors, stock ones suck… Enjoyed the video. Thx.
Thank you! I'm 175cm tall and the boots add a little bit too, which of course makes it easier. If you're looking for inspiration, take a look at for example @JocelinSnow . A pretty short woman who's absolutely rocking her GS. She has so many good tips and techniques to share about how to handle a big bike as a shorter rider. For any riders, really!
Looks like you are on the Dunlop Trailmax Raid tires? Iv'e seen videos of these on other bikes and they sing very loudly, but on your's they seem to be fine and quiet. Perhaps it's a size thing with the tires. Can you comment on tires you've used on your incredible journeys.
I've hard about that too, but it has not been a problem for me at all! In fact they seemed more quiet than the ones I had before. The ones i can remember; I've tried Anakee Adventure, Battlax A41, Scorpion Rally STR and Mitas E07+. All great tires, my favourites so far would have to be the Trailmax Ride, Mitas and Battlax 😊
Nice bike- nice review- and dammit, Im in love!
Excellent review
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Hint: Ser endel av ResBull down hill gutta har satt kamera under skyggen på hjelmen, da kan det hende utsikten over skjermen blir bedre. :)
Ikke noe klage fra min side, syns videoene dine er hely topp, tror jeg har fått med meg alle :)
Ja, jeg må prøve meg litt frem! 😊
Very nice review - you seem to have a natural talent👌You smiled through nearly all this vid which seemed to express your honest enthusiam for this bike👍Will you need any special adaptions for smaller screen - windbuffeting - helmet mic? 🤔 😊
Thank you, Jeremy! 😊 What can I say? The bike brings me joy 😃 I'm not sure how much the smaller windscreen will affect the audio yet. I am already playing around with options other than what I have since it didn't work so well at the end of the season. Might go back to the DJI Mic!
A great review, Runa! I'm glad to see that your channel is doing really well! :-) I believe I was among the first to find your channel. You've created wonderful content!! 😀 Are you changing bikes for next year??
Thank you! And so cool that you've been here all along! 😃 It's been quite the journey and I am looking forward to whats coming! I will share news about next years bike very soon 😁
Hello, good trips, sweet girl 🤗🧿👍🏃🏃🏃
ABS ground cable attachment is loose...you actually believe that is the only thing that's loose?
Considering that's the only problem I had for 14000km, yes, I do 😊
When it's not in the shop or waiting for back ordered parts, it's brilliant
Ok 👏🎉👍 Runa 👌🌹🏍️
Have you consider a different camera mount? I don't know if there is option; instead of the lower wind screen. Excellent video and explanation of your upgrade choices.
I will definitely look into different mounts! 😊
Great review Runa i find no problem with the view though the screen from your camera you are the one that has to be comfortable especially doing the distances that you travel looking forward to the next adventure 😊
Hi Runa, ottima recensione e onesta. La Norden e' una moto che mi piace molto.
Potresti aggiungere che tipo di pneumatici hai usato, come ti sei trovata con i pneumatici usati nelle tue condizioni di viaggio (asfalto, sterrato, pioggia....)😊
Hi, Fabio! Great point 😊 I have used the Dunlop Trailmax Raid this season and really like them for all the riding I've done, on all road surfaces.