There's actually 4 connectors for aux power. 2 in the back, as you pointed out, and 2 in the front. I found the 2nd one in the front when I was looking for the power connector for the GPS. From the factory, they failed to tie up the wires. I pulled out the headlight to get to what I thought were the wires, but found that they were short. That was when I noticed another set of wires that had a longer reach and were the ones for the GPS. I'm not sure what the intention is for the shorter wires.
Thanks for the info, Derek! Thas it good to know. Sad that they failed to tie up the wires in the factory. I wonder whether the extra set (short) is not for the aux lights? There's a switch on the dash. Maybe that's connected to it?
@@GreaseAndGravel that would be smart, one switch for all of the auxiliary lights. I will have to take a volt meter to it the next time I have it apart. It would be great to get hands on a details manual :)
@@derekcormier6495 I downloaded the App with the owners manual in PDF. It is quite a lot of detail, but probably not that technical. Let me know what you find out please
@@GreaseAndGravel I was looking through the owner's manual, page 126 of the EU edition, it talks about 2 acc connection at the front and back of the bike. The more obvious one at the front near the gps mount is acc2. Acc2 is switched power and comes on when the bike key is turned to the acc position. The set of connectors, behind the headlight is acc1, always powered on. The 2 sets of power under the pillion seat are the same, one acc1 and the other, acc2
My dashboard screen went off, went black yesterday. The local dealer said I needed a new wiring cluster (per Husqvarna) and ordered me one. This happened the day after I had heated grips and Explorer mode put in it.
The 950/990 KTM's are some of the best looking bikes out there. The Norden (and most new ADV bikes) is out of my price range too. A good second-hand 990 is great value. I kinda prefer the 950 due to having carbs (less worries if they are maintained properly).
Between the likes and dislikes you list, it is a very helpful review of the Norden 901, especially when you're in the market for a new bike. Currently ride BMW K100RS (1990) which is an amazing bike for long-distance touring and fun riding once you get to know it. In addition I have the baby Kawa ZZR (600 cc). Both of these are coming under pressure in the French Metropolitan Areas as they can't get the required certificate and sticker for 'environmental' reasons (apparently a euronorm 4 to 6 six or eight cylinder monstrosity is much cleaner?) and will need to be rehomed outside of the metropolitan area where I live. So ... I had to start shopping for a new bike. Being a tall guy with conservative riding modes who mostly rides alone I finally decided that a mid-size adventure bike was good enough. After countless comparisons of bikes I almost settled on the V-Strom as it does everything reasonably well or the Guzzi V85tt travel with its magnificent design and looks but then ... Bingo! I came across the new Norden 901 Expedition. Apart from shaft drive it offers everything and more I look for, it is very well thought out, has some tool storage space and other stuff, great performance, suspension, rides well on- and off-road and handles like an absolute dream. One test ride and I'm now waiting for my soon to be delivered 901 Expedition. I agree with most of this video but there are three caveats ... - the seat in the high position has a ridge just before the passenger section and you feel it just enough to be annoying, - in the high position (890 mm seat height) there's significant turbulence at speeds over 125 kmh and - the rear view mirrors are a little (too) small. Other than that it is almost perfect and by far the best compromise as adventure touring bikes go. Sorry Guzzi V85tt, I do like you a lot but ...
My first upgrades would be stronger rear/front springs to carry my fat american weight. Looking forward to the new Expedition model with upgraded adventure R suspension. Cheers
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There's actually 4 connectors for aux power. 2 in the back, as you pointed out, and 2 in the front. I found the 2nd one in the front when I was looking for the power connector for the GPS. From the factory, they failed to tie up the wires. I pulled out the headlight to get to what I thought were the wires, but found that they were short. That was when I noticed another set of wires that had a longer reach and were the ones for the GPS. I'm not sure what the intention is for the shorter wires.
Thanks for the info, Derek! Thas it good to know. Sad that they failed to tie up the wires in the factory. I wonder whether the extra set (short) is not for the aux lights? There's a switch on the dash. Maybe that's connected to it?
@@GreaseAndGravel that would be smart, one switch for all of the auxiliary lights. I will have to take a volt meter to it the next time I have it apart. It would be great to get hands on a details manual :)
@@derekcormier6495 I downloaded the App with the owners manual in PDF. It is quite a lot of detail, but probably not that technical. Let me know what you find out please
@@GreaseAndGravel I was looking through the owner's manual, page 126 of the EU edition, it talks about 2 acc connection at the front and back of the bike. The more obvious one at the front near the gps mount is acc2. Acc2 is switched power and comes on when the bike key is turned to the acc position. The set of connectors, behind the headlight is acc1, always powered on. The 2 sets of power under the pillion seat are the same, one acc1 and the other, acc2
@@derekcormier6495 Thanks for sharing the info!
I love it. Already started saving up on this beautiful adventure machine. Enjoy it!
It really is an amazing bike. Hope you get there soon
My dashboard screen went off, went black yesterday. The local dealer said I needed a new wiring cluster (per Husqvarna) and ordered me one. This happened the day after I had heated grips and Explorer mode put in it.
Oh no, that is terrible. Sorry to hear that. I hope they fix it quickly.
Very good-looking bike, with all the bells and whistles, and looks like a great tourer.
Did 500km yesterday, through rain and mist.. only my arms was wet. It’s an awesome bike
The styling reminds me a lot of the old KTM 990 adventure, like it a lot. sadly out of my price range though.
The 950/990 KTM's are some of the best looking bikes out there. The Norden (and most new ADV bikes) is out of my price range too. A good second-hand 990 is great value. I kinda prefer the 950 due to having carbs (less worries if they are maintained properly).
Between the likes and dislikes you list, it is a very helpful review of the Norden 901, especially when you're in the market for a new bike.
Currently ride BMW K100RS (1990) which is an amazing bike for long-distance touring and fun riding once you get to know it. In addition I have the baby Kawa ZZR (600 cc). Both of these are coming under pressure in the French Metropolitan Areas as they can't get the required certificate and sticker for 'environmental' reasons (apparently a euronorm 4 to 6 six or eight cylinder monstrosity is much cleaner?) and will need to be rehomed outside of the metropolitan area where I live.
So ... I had to start shopping for a new bike. Being a tall guy with conservative riding modes who mostly rides alone I finally decided that a mid-size adventure bike was good enough. After countless comparisons of bikes I almost settled on the V-Strom as it does everything reasonably well or the Guzzi V85tt travel with its magnificent design and looks but then ... Bingo! I came across the new Norden 901 Expedition. Apart from shaft drive it offers everything and more I look for, it is very well thought out, has some tool storage space and other stuff, great performance, suspension, rides well on- and off-road and handles like an absolute dream. One test ride and I'm now waiting for my soon to be delivered 901 Expedition.
I agree with most of this video but there are three caveats ...
- the seat in the high position has a ridge just before the passenger section and you feel it just enough to be annoying,
- in the high position (890 mm seat height) there's significant turbulence at speeds over 125 kmh and
- the rear view mirrors are a little (too) small.
Other than that it is almost perfect and by far the best compromise as adventure touring bikes go.
Sorry Guzzi V85tt, I do like you a lot but ...
Good review. Keep them coming!
Thanks, I appreciate the support!
My first upgrades would be stronger rear/front springs to carry my fat american weight. Looking forward to the new Expedition model with upgraded adventure R suspension. Cheers
Yeah, the WP XRPLOR is going to be great on this bike. I'd just add crash bars to protect those plastics
i would be worried about those bulky plastic fairings. They do t seem to have much flex so they break in case the bike tips over and lands on a rock
I was constantly worried about the same thing as it was not my bike... First thing I'd install are crash bars
The Norden base model looks much better than the Expedition model.