Why I Sold my Husqvarna Norden 901 (and bought a KTM 890 Rally)

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Why I Sold my Husqvarna Norden 901 (and bought a KTM 890 Rally)

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I discuss why I chose to sell my Husqvarna Norden 901 and replace it with an 890 Rally from KTM. While they share a chassis and engine, the suspension along with other items is totally different. The 3 reasons for the move were suspension performance, aftermarket parts, and wind buffeting. Why did I stick with KTM since my Norden had issues?
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@user-xx4gm3sq5p 2 жыл бұрын

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@woodywood3388 2 жыл бұрын

What is the soft top case you have on the Husky? Thanks.

@danstevens2204 2 жыл бұрын

If you weren’t happy with the customer service on the 901 I don’t see that buying a ktm would be any better

@defylifeadventure 2 жыл бұрын

He won't be, but the joy of the 890 Rally probably makes up for it. I feel similar about my 890 ADV R. Horrendous CS from KTM corporate, but a few small issues, but the joy of riding the bike off sealed roads outweighs it.

@rollingsteady3107 2 жыл бұрын

Apparently, you did not watch the entire video.

@teamgas 2 жыл бұрын

He covers this several times did you not watch the video?

@danstevens2204 2 жыл бұрын

Yes watched the video. He’s not happy with the customer service. The fact that he’s willing to put up with possible reliability issues means he’s probably going to be let down again. Not knocking Ian at all, best adventure bike channel in the world hands down.

@teamgas 2 жыл бұрын

You comment seems to have attracted some rather negative comments, like Ian is inconsistent and being paid off. It was those I was more annoyed with. I agree love his channel.

@jonlongmire 2 жыл бұрын

The weak link on the Norden is the rear shock. It was way underspeced for that bike. The front suspension is actually quite good. I solved the shock problem by replacing the stock shock with an 890 Adventure R shock. I bought that shock brand new for around $1300 and applied a KTM lowering kit to it. That lowered the rear of the Norden by 1/2 inch. To compensate, I raised the fork tubes 1/2" in the triple clamps. Whalaah!!! Shock problem gone due to upgrade and bike is lowered 1/2" which is good for my 30" inseam.

@vanbrudenrijden5932 2 жыл бұрын

I'm doing the same swap and springs and revalving the forks. The KTM is an insect and the Norden a thing of beauty so its worth it to me. Love the Norden, except the damn rear spring, oh, and the windscreen would be better without one, but other than that, bingo!

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea

@vanbrudenrijden5932 2 жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto Not lowering it though, as I find it to be the height perfect. And I need the clearance riding on washed-out rocky jeep trails in the Colorado Rockies. I've brought this stock Norden places I would never bring my Africa Twin, with the new suspension it should go places where my buddies 690's go, well 95% or so, with a few drops maybe. But still, no comparison to the AT in the rough tough rocky stuff. Rode the T7 2600 miles around NE USA and SE Canada, it's a price point bike, a cheap little AT IMHO. The engine is brilliant but that's about it. Can't compare to the 890/Norden/AT. I don't think the AT compares well to the Norden, it's too big and topsy turvy.

@briankoopsen4543 3 ай бұрын

This is what I've been searching Ian's amazing videos for. Actually the only problem I have seen with the norden, followed by a solution. Thanks for sharing.

@dcxplant 2 жыл бұрын

Wind buffeting is a huge factor. My VStrom buffeted so badly in the middle of a two week trip, I tossed the windscreen in a bin of a parking lot. Pulled off of HWY 1 in CA into Pfeiffer park took it off and put it in the closest trash bin I could find. I never did put another on. Another great vlog, and useful. I was considering this bike, and now I understand it's not for me. I've got at least ten years on you, maybe 15, and my days of bombing around in the dirt are over. I like to putt-putt on dirt roads and good dual track. I don't camp anymore either, at my age everything hurts too badly sleeping on the ground. Not yet ready to leave the ADV life, just not that high level of dirt anymore. Thanks

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed about buffering, big issue

@philipdarnall787 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto.

@Kamov66 2 жыл бұрын

I put an Vario wind spoiler thing on my Strom, fixed the buffeting problem. But i sold the Strom because it sucked off road..lol

@mxbadboy263 Жыл бұрын

I hated the wind buffering on my vstrom to. Beat me to death at 70mph.

@richardkeeley6927 Жыл бұрын

I'm there with you. I think the Norden fits the bill for me. Not really interested in doing high-speed runs off-road. Injuries take longer to heal too! :) I'm pushing 60 and I'm now satisfied with doing short runs, touring and exploring off-road rather than trying to get through it as quickly as possible. :)

@idratherberiding3456 2 жыл бұрын

For the record, my 790R's rear shock failed (lost all fluid, became a pogo stick) at 1,600 miles. Under KTM's instructions, my town's local KTM dealer rebuilt my motorcycle's shock. 1,000 miles later, it is still good. But I'm always wondering...

@freebehindbars8654 2 жыл бұрын

I waited 4 months for a replacement triple tree to come in under warranty from KTM. Ended up selling the bike because that useful warranty was a few months from being up. Loved the bike, 890R Duke, hated dealing with the dealership or KTM.

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

@@freebehindbars8654 Truth.... People do not realize how important a good dealership is when owning a bike when things go wrong.... or at least more than one in your State/ area. Part of the reason Harley Davidson is so successful in the USA, the dealerships are everywhere and if one is bad just go to the other .... A lot of the Japanese brands have horrible corporate type Jet Ski / quad setups where the people do not know much about motorcycles......

@DB-me3jt 2 жыл бұрын

I used to go to a small local KTM dealership. They where mostly off-road enduro oriented and where the kind of shop that let you watch the mechanic work on your bike, give some diy advise and knew what bike you ride by saying your name on the phone. To bad KTM got bigger and bigger and demanded big stock and demo bike standards.for their dealerships which they could not meet. Now the KTM dealerships are the big anonymous dealerships selling all kinds of big brands and only interested in selling more and more.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

@@DB-me3jt True ! I worked as a mechanic ( Now called Tech..lol. ) at a Mom and Pop Harley dealership in the 90's and Harley forced them out of business by requiring them to build one of those huge Mc Dealerships.. When the economy tanked they went out of business after being a Harley / Suzuki and originally Triumph dealer since after WW2 ! Very sad as they were very involved in riding racing and the community.... And the customers were allowed to watch us work ! lol...

@adventuristnw2321 Жыл бұрын

Hi Ian, great series on the Norden. Big fan of all your videos. Does the arrival of the Norden Expedition change anything? Curious to hear your opinion as someone who had owned/tested pretty much everything out there.

@mmorlan1481 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the vid... You touched on a key factor when making a decision and that is compromise. Something so many people, including myself don't consider enough. Your willingness to put up with the negatives, in terms of dealer attitude and support, for the positives of sheer riding bliss means ultimately you get a lot more from the riding experience. Your decisions are weighted towards the 90% of the time it does right. Rather than the 10% of the time it doesn't. Life lessons in a Motorcycle Vlog :-)

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Very good point

@nickg2431 Жыл бұрын

This is good clear thinking and an important point when making a decision.

@MindaugasPA Жыл бұрын

Its almost looks like Husqvarna watched your video and made Expedition model after that 😂, thank you for all your great work by the way!

@davereinhart9933 2 жыл бұрын

I am happy for you although it is odd that you state you didn't appreciate the KTM support on the Husky and then bought a KTM.

@SimonBrisbane 2 жыл бұрын

He literally is captain inconsistent.

@metalsadman 2 жыл бұрын

Hard to pass on these fun machines.

@MotoTherapy 2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing, Lol

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

A good dealership means everything...

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

he explained exactly why and even repeated the exact simple reason why a few times ""PERFORMANCE""!!! the ktm890husky901 pkg is simply the absolute hands down best performing adventure bike set up made today and by a margin esp off road !! he has resources , connections and money both and found a "Rally" bike for sale , the only few ive seen for sale were at or north of $25k usd and by the time i saw the add already sold even at that $ !! i am building the 901 instead

@McMartin 2 жыл бұрын

Important advise for 790/890 RALLY Owners. This Pro suspension comes with road settings and I've seen a lot off owners riding it offroad without tuning the clicks correctly for offroad. Also springs are for heavy riders. You can have the best suspension in the world but if you don´t do correct settings yo have nothing. I'm totally in love with mine.

@paoloc3318 2 жыл бұрын

people say theis bike is unreliable. Your opinion?

@MotorDanko 2 жыл бұрын

@@paoloc3318 if you feel that this bike is unreliable because of what people say, don't buy it

@paoloc3318 2 жыл бұрын

@@MotorDanko well these opinions did not appear out of nowhere. There are not gossips they are real life experiences

@McMartin 2 жыл бұрын

@@paoloc3318 ktm changed me a motor under warranty. A problem in factory assembling but as I far as I know, not a recurrent problem with that. That was a big one but they give me a substitution bike for that month. Other than that, just small things solved during normal maintenance.

@MotorDanko 2 жыл бұрын

@@paoloc3318 I'm not saying they are fake, i'm trying to say that is true, don't buy it...

@jf7393 2 жыл бұрын

Everybody listen: I am from the future. The lack of reliability, wind protection, and overall rider comfort eventually becomes too much for Ian to handle with this rally, Much as it did with his 790R! What follows will be several videos espousing the strengths of the 890 rally, followed by a final disillusionment video warning prospective buyers of its weaknesses! I know this is probably shocking news to you. Ian is about to go through a very authentic reversal of previously held opinions about this motorcycle. He needs your support. I've risked opening a dimensional rift sharing this information.

@amoore46 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@slalomking Жыл бұрын

Thank for breaking the time continuum.

@vtvt2690 Жыл бұрын

Ha. Gotta keep cranking out that KZfaq content I guess.

@afifthofsmiths4474 Жыл бұрын

@JF are you suggesting the 23 Norden "Expedition" will be the latest, greatest cure all?

@dwightbernheimer331 Жыл бұрын

I think I was married to his sister once...🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@tdeloriea 2 жыл бұрын

I had a 790 advR and my dealer called me to tell me they got an 890 Rally in and gave me first dibs on it. The 890 motor is such a leap of performance over the 790 with its heavier flywheel that resists stalling. The Rally kit is premium and you do notice the big hit performance over the stock suspension. I’ve taken my rally out on mini MX tracks and had a blast riding it like a EXC. I did swap my rally seat for the lower SeatConcepts seat. The orange thread and carbon look really pops on the Rally

@Hutchie2112 2 жыл бұрын

I can't see the sense in it. You were let down badly by KTM, so you've bought another KTM? I've got a KTM at the moment, and the dealer and KTM support has been so bad I'll never spend another penny with any business related to KTM. KTM washed their hands of any issues, stating that their dealerships are 'independent' and nothing to do with them. Strange that you got your warranty issue resolved on a big public platform, the rest of us get told to get lost.

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

Same reason I sold my KTM.....

@defylifeadventure 2 жыл бұрын

The problem is, it's such a great bike to ride. Same with the old 690s and 950/990. Despite all of the 'issues' on the 790/890 platform only the immobiliser issue if it crops up is a show stopper that could leave you stranded. I would agree with not giving KTM any money until they show better customer care, but then you are depriving yourself of one of the best, most fun bikes on the market in its segment.

@Hutchie2112 2 жыл бұрын

@@defylifeadventure I've had zero reliability issues, other than when I went to collect my bike from the dealership. Who had broken the headlight plastic and gave me the bike back with the clutch cable far too tight and for a clincher, a completely dead battery. When I complained, I was physically threatened by some employees and had to leave with a dead bike and in fear of a beating. Hardly quality service! KTM washed their hands of it, not their problem, dealers are independent magically and KTM are happy to use them (oh, and this has happened to others at the same dealership, as I found out after the event) So, call me cynical, but KTM can get lost. When my wee 390 adventure needs anything, I'll sell it and never touch KTM again. Great bikes. Worst company I've dealt with in over 40 years owning bikes

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

he explained it in great detail and then repeated his explanation multiple times , its rather simple actually

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

thank god i must just be the luckiest ktm/husky owner that goes on the internet for decades now !! i love my great luck

@theEHWAZ 2 жыл бұрын

I’m still enjoying my 790 r. I usually don’t buy the same bike or model twice but decided months ago that I would sell my 790 r for an 890 rally because it’s been the best bike I’ve owned so far and the upgrades in the rally would take it to the next level. In my mind, no other mid-weight bike compares and I have considered others. It’s also been rock solid reliable for me and I mostly ride off-road.

@FanOWater 2 жыл бұрын

My 2019 790R has over 23,000 miles now and has been problem free. It is an absolute blast to ride and amazes me every time it tackles gnarly stuff with ease. I did add the Camel ADV rear shock protector and highly recommend it. Cheap insurance against heat damage. Cheers

@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 2 жыл бұрын

Hay mate Paul from Australia, riding is 80% the rider 20% the bike . I take my old TE630 and Yamaha XT660 places that 790/ 890 riders will not . I’m not saying I’m any gun 🔫 rider , I’m not bad for. 54 year old ( have slowed a little in the last 2 years as a result of a BIG off , all this money 💰 people keep spending on bikes to make them a better rider ( not saying you are ) but a lot I know , just get out and ride that’s what improves your ridding NOT all the bells 🔔 and whistles.

@kiwipilot407 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more

@kimmosuomalainen9945 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe, but a rider can only do what he (or she) can do. As an owner of TE300, EXC530, 690 Enduro R and Yamaha XT660R I very well know what I can do with those bikes. With 690 I can go to places I'd never manage with XT660R, and so it is, it does not make me any better or help to say that I am a lousy rider. My son can ride that heavy XT660R thru the same stone garden or a mud pit I can ride with 690. Same with TE300 vs. EXC 530. And, being a kid of 50's, it just is better to get a good bike than to get hurt with a heavy and soft thumper.

@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 2 жыл бұрын

@@kimmosuomalainen9945 your talking about totally different types of bikes mate an XT660 R which I also own does not have the capability of a 300-500 LIGHT enduro bike , even a 690 to some degree, but if we are talking say mid weight ADV , or light weight Dual sport , or Enduro 450-500,s are all in there “ weight devision you could say “ say not a lot of different between those classes , that we’re riding abilities out shines what your bike ability will or NOT do any day, .

@trevorwright7780 2 жыл бұрын

So you won’t take your 790 where the 660 goes? Mate I’m not sure where in Australia you’re riding but that just sounds wrong 😑

@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 2 жыл бұрын

@@trevorwright7780 , what I’m saying it’s rider ability “ Tody Price could outride most anywhere on just about anything “ . Yes for us mortals 😂😂, we do our best and try and get the best tool for the job . I’m saying because you have a 790,890 , CFR1100 , KTM500 Husky 701 doesn’t make you a better rider actually getting out and riding does that and if you have been brought up riding from a young tracker that most certainly helps in most cases . Iv owned quite a lot of new bikes and yes on some great suspension is fantastic and at the end of a long days hard riding you will not feel as beaten up ⬆️ ESPECIALLY when you get older with stuffed knees back etc “ like me 😂😂😂” But we do all know ADV/ dual sport enduro bikes are money 💰 pits on modifying accessories etc .My outlook now buy a bike new or second hand with low kms and keep it for 5-6 years get your money’s worth out of it and the money you put into it . Also you don’t worry as much when you drop it etc . Say I buy a good low km bike for 10 grand with most fruit already put on the bike BUT as we all love putting stuff on our bikes we put say another 2 grand in .12 grand that’s cost you 2 per year over 6 years ( that’s cheap ) when you sell probably lose 1/2 but sell accessories separately to fund another bike. Obviously if the bike craps itself your up for more money 💰, but I’m not talking about service costs and general wear and tear items , tyres , chain and sprockets etc . I guess with age I have become more conservative with age , doesn’t mean I don’t have the money to go and buy the latest and the greatest would rather use that money out riding doing multi day trips away . Hay but this is just my option each to their own .

@KR-qs3rt 2 жыл бұрын

Hearing that joyful laugh when you ride is the most intoxicating reason to want to own one.... 😊

@mrluxta 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂👍🏼 True 👏

@gorongo4202 2 жыл бұрын

Joyful laugh or Sinister giggle?

@harryhartley1466 Жыл бұрын

Please do a video on the Norden 901 Expedition.

@doc650adventures 2 жыл бұрын

Great layout of the differences between the Husky and KTM. The important thing is the new bike meets your requirements. When all is said and done, if it makes you happy and puts a big ol smile on your face, it is the right choice. Best wishes on many happy miles ahead Ian! Cheers!

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@richardsimpson3792 2 жыл бұрын

The Norden has round mirrors, the KTM 890 does not. Change the mirrors on the Norden and much of the perceived buffeting will go. Round mirrors generate vortices which come rattling past your ears.

@JohannesDalenMC 2 жыл бұрын

That's interesting, I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing!

@roblepack 2 жыл бұрын

The giggling and your expression at the end says it all about the performance of the bike. I’m a luck owner. Reliability has been ok. The issues I did encounter were all rejected by KTM warranty which confirms the lack off dealer/warranty support in North America. Great bike from a company that cares more about performance than customer service. My riding partner upgrade to the XP Pro on his 890R. I can confirm your pricing quote. Ride safe as you will ride it off-road faster than anything you’ve ever ridden. Looking forward to more of your reviews on the Rally.

@searchingfor6thgear44 4 ай бұрын

Ian, now that it's out, it would be interesting to see your take on the Norden 901 Expedition... Still not as dirt focused as the 890 Rally but all the upgrades you wanted for way less than your $7K suspension quote.

@MotorDanko 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone that feels that the KTM's are unrealiable, you are right, don't buy it... save your self the hassle, BUT... KTM definitely have something special that makes you carry on with any unreliability that came up with it... i'm almost 30k on my 2020 790 S with not major issues, it brings me back home every time with a smile on my face, and i only think on another ktm for a replacement, not any other brand... i'm a fan boy now.

@Makinartz 2 жыл бұрын

30k km or miles? Im in my 5k km on my 790s.

@8andsk835 2 жыл бұрын

I beat the shit outta my 790s and it won’t quit. A lot of people h8 on Ktm maybe they used to be shitty? Idk. But all of the Dakar championships can’t be wrong.

@Makinartz 2 жыл бұрын

@@8andsk835 As a first time Ktm owner what makes me paranoid is all the hate it receives on reliability. Sure it has it’s flaws. I love my 790s. Never fails to make me smile everytime i ride it hard.

@FanOWater 2 жыл бұрын

@@Makinartz I owned several Ducati sport bikes and all I heard from others was "I want something reliable", but all I saw was jealousy when no one ever stopped to look at their bikes - only mine. My friend has not been as lucky with his 690R as I have with my 790R, but he still loves it and will never sell it. KTM's are the best bikes in the dirt. Period.

@SideQuestStijn 11 ай бұрын

Love to hear your opinion on the Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition, now with the new windshield en WP Xplor / Pro suspension.

@MotoTherapy 2 жыл бұрын

I get why you switched to the 890, but I sold my 890 for some of the same reasons you sold your Norden. Namely, poor QC and indifference (really, flat-out disregard) from KTM regarding honoring their warranty. My front wheel was out of round when I bought the 890, resulting in wheel hop, and KTM refused to fix it, even after acknowledging the hop. My TFT often fogged horribly (could not even read my speed or use the menus), even after a replacement, and they refused to replace it again. Those were the worst two issues, but there were others. Off pavement, it was the best handling ADV bike I’ve ever ridden. But I will never buy a KTM bike again.

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

I hear you 100%

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

My KTM always seemed cheaply ( Switches ect.. ) made compared to my Ducati.........

@richardsimpson3792 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJPTEXAS Because it's Chinese?

@DJPTEXAS 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardsimpson3792 No just not as high a quality fit and finish.

@adaptableadventurerider Жыл бұрын

my dad an i rejected two 390 advs for the tft isues at 147 an 269 miles an more problems with his as well, i keep thinking about a norden or an at at the mo

@superdukerandy 2 жыл бұрын

KTM may be unreliable for some, but I've had nine of them since 2007 and have had only minor issues.

@AJKinetic1 2 жыл бұрын

I've had 3 (albeit pure dirt bikes) over the last 10 years and they have all been trouble free.

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@pgkr67 2 жыл бұрын

I ride a 950 Adv from 2004. 145000 km on the clock. Runs strong..

@erwinmotorbike 2 жыл бұрын

U keep selling them no wonder they are reliable

@evgeniysir4220 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's a big mistake for you as a reviewer to sell the Norden 901, as it's in reviews of possessions that your strong point is. And you should not have sold the Norden for the reasons stated above and that would have been the value of your reviews (including discussing Norden's weaknesses and the dealer's troubleshooting). IMHO, it's much more interesting to watch videos of an interesting model with some problems than boring but reliable models. That's what Novelty Model Reviews is all about - the adventure of ownership.

@tHaH4x0r 2 жыл бұрын

You are the first person that I have ever heard say that reliability is somehow a bad trait of a motorcycle... Mind boggling. You probably do no actual adventure riding yourself right? Not a single person I know wants 'adventure of ownership' when out on a trip. Especially not when you are stuck far away from paved roads, and help is hard to come by. Sure if you already have 3 other motorcycles in your garage and only take your motorcycle for a sunday ride out, then reliability is of lower concern, but the purpose of adventure bikes is to be going on adventures further than the local Starbucks. And that is where a proper reviewer like Ian comes in, who can inform me as a potential buyer which bike will get me from A to B, and how it does this, and which bike breaks down after 1000 miles.

@simenstryckers8623 2 жыл бұрын

I kinda agree with you, Evgeniy. It would have been interesting to get more information about long term ownership of the Norden from Ian. Anyway, I can't argue with selling the bike because of the reasons told in the video, Ian shouldn't ride the bike for years if it's not what he wants imo.

@evgeniysir4220 2 жыл бұрын

@@tHaH4x0r I didn't say reliability was a bad trait. I was saying that not all good things are immediately reliable otherwise we would all only drive Toyota and Honda products, but for some reason we want to learn about Ferrari, Porsche or KTM and Husqvarna. This is not the review of a traveller who has chosen to own a motorbike and owns it all the time. This is a review by a professional reviewer who shows the pros and cons. If it were an ordinary traveller I would agree with the sale as he can't wait for his bike to be repaired. And here it would just be interesting how the problems are fixed, how the dealer and manufacturer treat the problems detected

@fallinginthed33p 2 жыл бұрын

I think wind buffeting is being caused by air from the lower fairing and around the headlight area. This air is aimed upwards at the rider's shoulders and mixes with the air coming off the sides of the windscreen, forming a turbulent vortex that shakes the helmet. Narrow adventure bikes seem to have this common problem.

@shassabo 2 жыл бұрын

The Norden probably has the best aftermarket support for a new bike ever, because it’s literally an 890 and the new OEM touring screen is shipping already. Justification statements are always a trap. Just say you got hella excited for an 890 Rally because it’s bad ass! :)

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

True

@richis65 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the follow-up on your decision on the 901

@keithpollock7934 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the 901 on your say so, Ian. And, I'm still happy. I weigh 230lbs and have not had any bottoming out issues yet...probably due to my old age (67). At 6 feet, but 32" inseam I have no buffeting issues. But, I don't have a ADV helmet (yet), but Shoei Qwest. Maybe the screen and helmet combo makes a difference. I'll mod my suspension before trading this great buy. I still giggle like you did in the vid...same engine eh. Price difference in Canada between the T7 and 901 makes the Husky choice a no brainer. Plus a cheap 4 year unlimited mileage extension gives me 6 years of no worries....really.

@keyboarddancers7751 2 жыл бұрын

6:55 "Holy Shet! Ha, ha, ha, ha! Oh my god!" I sincerely hope that helps explain my decision making process.🤣🤣🤣

@57410320 2 жыл бұрын

It's a shame that KTM can't look like the Norden, most of us know KTM are certainly better but when you spend that money in a motorcycle, you expect to see it so gorgeous.

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

I'm getting used to it

@vanbrudenrijden5932 2 жыл бұрын

I'm getting some suspension work on the Norden then it'll be perfect, well not really but close to very good

@motorcyclistfromholland8856 2 жыл бұрын

In short. He has to make new content all the time which is next to a huge effort also very difficult. New bikes means new content.

@BigRockMoto 2 жыл бұрын

True!

@kiwiadventurer 2 жыл бұрын

I have always related to your decision making process and the logic of your thinking. Its what makes your videos so interesting and informative and your opinions are important to me because of it. No doubt there will be some disappointed subscribers out there, but I'm sure they will understand. Another great video

@searchingfor6thgear44 Жыл бұрын

Waiting for the Norden Expedition review!

@martyllanos73 2 жыл бұрын

One issue I cannot get over is KTM only offering a 1 year warranty. KTM doesn’t stand by their product and I know numerous KTM owners who have had nothing but problems getting things covered under warranty for their adventure bikes.

@missinglinq 2 жыл бұрын

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I think that KTM looks awesome!

@Therange849 2 жыл бұрын

I was just telling my daughter about you and your Norton 901. Then this video pops up. Cheers 🍻

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

you are right that was a better move resale value wise for sure and for you the better solution , i intend to keep mine and mile it out so i went the other way and built the 901 , Tractive Extreme suspension at both ends for half the cost of the WP-pro , and threw the whole Rottwieller Performance catalogue at it more/Less , the suspension is being installed as im typing this i cannot wait to try it out !! and just yesterday installed the Tusk Olympic rack and panniers , hands down best value out there far as i see

@mac001texas Жыл бұрын

THE WIND AND NOISE PROBLEM IS SOLVED - I just installed my Parabellum windscreen (size medium 17inch) on my Norden and it is the most AMAZING windscreen. It completely solves the wind problem and now my Norden's wind protection is significantly better than my Africa Twin with a tall screen. The Parabellum screen completely eliminates all wind off the torso, shoulders, and helmet, and there is absolutely NO buffeting AT ALL. I am 6ft tall so I bought the medium 17inch screen so that I could still look over it and get wind into the top vent of my helmet when I need to. The wind noise is SUPER QUIET, it's an extremely significant improvement. If the stock wind noise was 9/10 loud, the Parabellum screen makes it maybe 0.5/10. I have never experienced a windscreen this good on any other bike I've owned or ridden. It almost completely eliminated all noise and the bike is extremely pleasurable to ride now, this has entirely changed how I experience my Norden. I know you don't have the Norden anymore but if you found one with a Parabellum screen on it, you might want it back. I have had the Norden stock screen, the Norden Expedition screen, and the Givi touring screen, and they are all absolute dumpster trash compared to the Parabellum.

@efrenperezromo423 Жыл бұрын

Hola! Gracias por tus aportaciones! ¿Que opinas de la Norden Expedition con respecto a la KTM 890R ?

@ianross225 2 жыл бұрын

Ian, another great and honest comparison. For all the pre-release teaser videos it’s staggering to me that the Norden is flawed as it is especially the wind buffeting issue which is pretty much a universal concern. I love the styling but form has won over function as is so often the case. I have no off-road pretensions or real opportunities so comfort on-road plays a much greater part in my deliberations. An amalgam of both bikes is the holy grail it seems. I’ll be sticking with my ATAS DCT ES for now. Cheers, Ian

@chrislovell7448 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. KTM's are great looking bikes, undeniable power. Also undeniable poor reliability and poor customer service. Everything is a trade off I guess, but for me it's Japanese all the way.

@pgkr67 2 жыл бұрын

Bla bla bla bla…. What is reliable. What does it mean? I have 145000 km on my bike. Always got me home. I had a radiator hose leak a bit, after 15 years. Is that unreliable… ?

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

that has not been my own real life real world experience , thank god !!

@jayd3931 2 жыл бұрын

What is undeniable? If that's the case, then why can't dealers keep them in stock? Why in Australia, one of the most remote countries in the world, are they so popular? How many have you owned, and what's your personal experience? Mine have always been faultless, and the dealers have been fantastic. I avoid Triumphs and Ducati because of the dealers around me.

@chrislovell7448 Жыл бұрын

@@pgkr67 yes

@chrislovell7448 Жыл бұрын

@@jayd3931 They can't keep them in stock for the same reason people buy sports cars that can do 200 mph, but drive them only in the city. Same reason most people live in debt. TO IMPRESS OHER PEOPLE. KTM's are complete garbage.

@Boxer1250RT 2 жыл бұрын

6 Months Later >>> Why I sold the KTM 890 😀😀😀

@mikemerrill175 2 жыл бұрын

Nice overview of what sounds to be the pinnacle of the mid size options. Still convinced that one bike can’t do it all, so I’m still sticking with my GS & if the single track urge gets to strong will buy a 3-500 dual sport.

@wyattblessing7078 2 жыл бұрын

That's what my buddy and I did. Kept our Dual Sports, and got an Adventure bike.

@darrylpaterick3108 7 ай бұрын

Just picked up a new 2023 Norden (standard model) for $14500 CDN ($11000 USD) 2 year warranty. The 2024 sta dard model ( unchanged other than colour) was 3k more and the expedition 6.5k more (if you could actually find one). Don't ride hard enough off road that the rear shock should be a problem, but if it is, a couple grand should solve it. Not that I would want to do it, but I saw on another channel that removing the hangaurds almost completely eliminated the buffetting.

@rileymoortorcycle 2 ай бұрын

I thought you said that the Norden was the best off-road adventure bike with a perfect suspension now you are calling it soggy it’s frustrating watching this and I get you have to own new bikes but it would be nice to see you go through the ownership very confusing for people who own one following your recommendations then discounting it.

@flyingfox7252 Жыл бұрын

Ian we share a name, a passion and now we share a need! You are one up on me, you own an 890 Rally. I’m in Australia 🇦🇺 and they are impossible to find

@jaredandersen82 2 жыл бұрын

So happy for you, Ian!! You’ve got a heck of a bike with the Rally and can’t wait for more content. Thanks for all the great videos!! I just added a 007 Tiger 900 and ready for some adventures….!

@B00ZECRUIZIN365 2 жыл бұрын

The real question I have is when will you get a tuareg 660 for long term review??

@stavrozinio 2 жыл бұрын

i'm at 11.000 kms in 3 months with Norden, and couldn't be happier. with my weight of 65kgs, i can hit jumps and agressive trails while packed. my preload is always at max tho.

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

for you that was the move and just finding a true 'Rally' model to buy is a feat in itself , i looked but to no avail , and you can upgrade that suspension for half of that or less but resale value your right

@Mitchell790R 2 жыл бұрын

How would you compare your previous 2020 790 Adventure R to your new 890 Adventure R rally? Should I upgrade?? My 790 R has had no shock issues or any of the common problems that Ive seen on youtube. I paid cash for my 2020 790 Adventure R. back in 2020, And I love this bike! It has more than enough HP for me,, I don't really need 5 more HP. Plus Im not one to jump 40 feet into the air. So maybe I'm good with the stock 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R suspension . I'm curious if the Rally mode is any different compared to the 790. Thanks in advance for answering my ?? HAPPY TRAILS!! ]

@bmwbob51 2 жыл бұрын

Sold my 2014 GS with 95K miles and bought a KTM 890 Adventure R, but found the forks and shocks compression damping way to harsh for street use. The over all ride was not on par with GS long distance and I won't be going off road enough to justify. I bought another GS! But I know the Rally suspension is worlds better than the standard R!

@LORENZindustries 2 жыл бұрын

You live in Aarowhead? Did I buy your 890?

@4tech69 2 жыл бұрын

That Rally's suspension is better off-road but probably not any more than the R's on road. These bikes are really off-road bikes that are fast as hell on road. They'll never match the on road comfort of a GS. If they did they would be that Unicorn many of us are looking for.

@jayd3931 2 жыл бұрын

That's why people who ride on road should not buy the R version. My suspension guy says people come in all the time to adjust the R suspension because they find it rough, but it's always the street guys.

@bmwbob51 2 жыл бұрын

@@jayd3931 It also has to do with the grade of suspension it comes with. The Rally comes with a grade above that I'm better deals with sharp edge hits much better.

@ericwilson1383 2 жыл бұрын

Reliability is hard to measure? Hardly. I’m not a KTM basher and I don’t care what others ride but that statement is incorrect.

@vanbrudenrijden5932 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you would have dealt with the rear shock and minor fork suspension work, MAD in Australia went over the top and spent $6.5K to remedy a problem that should cost maybe a grand. THAT WOULD HAVE MADE A GREAT VIDEO.

@Graybeard_ Жыл бұрын

I wonder if you will be swapping back to the Norden 901 Expedition? I've got an appointment next week to test ride one. If the ride goes well, I will bring it home.

@eugenux 2 жыл бұрын

the only reason I'd go with the rally edition would be the resale value, due to the limited edition numbers. Otherwise, Aprilia Tuareg and the T7 world rally make for a much more compelling package. In fact, I think I just might get the Tuareg in the near future. Lightweight, cheap, engaging, superb sound, awesome looks. If I would do rally raidz, then I would shift towards the t7 wr as it is a bulletproof chassis and engine, very good suspenssion(on the wr variant) and it can take a beating. In contrast, I wouldn't take a KTM anywhere remote or far from civilisation as I don't plan do die alone near a broken motorcycle, regardless of the performance it has. Used lightly and considering its resale value, yeah, sounds like a plan. Currently there are more ktms than GSs at Starbucks so, it makes sense.

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

SUSPENSION is the reason , thats really the only significant diff is that it comes with the Pro cone valve boingers otherwise the same pkg

@pgkr67 2 жыл бұрын

Dont be scared of what you read online. Real world is different. I have an 18 year old ktm 950 Adv with 145000 km on the clock. Never left me stranded. Never been to Starbucks either 😉

@dimosk7389 2 жыл бұрын

the usual horror stories about KTM are still around i see... every model has some weak points... and since you mention getting stranded and die alone near a broken motorcycle, and i quote, "the most frequently reported failures to take the Tenere 700 into the repair shop are valve failures and broken clutch discs." there are other smaller issues on the T7, and there are also other issues with every model.

@FanOWater 2 жыл бұрын

When me and my friends ride to the really remote places in California all we see are KTM's and various Japanese dual sports. We never see T7's. If it comes to the US, I wonder if the T7WR will be much cheaper than the KTM? I do like the Tuareg though.

@radovanzilinsky1656 2 жыл бұрын

As far as I have seen your ridng style on the offroad section cutouts, it's just wasting of the potencial of the KTM 890 Rally. What you need is just improve your riding skills first dude! Problem is not in Husqvarna!

@donut3110 Жыл бұрын

One of the biggest things I liked about the concept of the Norden was that it gives you enough tech to correct your riding, while still being able to haul ass on it offroad. Just from the couple of clips, it appears the 890 gives you that same feeling of the bike "riding for you", with better suspension and after market support. But on another note with that in mind, I'm really looking forward to the Tenere World Raid making its way to the states and seeing your impressions and reviews compared to the experience you have on the other bikes.

@dozierrrr Жыл бұрын

Will you be getting the new nordon 901 expedition? Love the videos!!

@kadykes Жыл бұрын

Are you going to review the Norden 901 Expedition and compare it to the KTM 890/890R? Seems like more of a comparison. Can't find that anywhere.

@hvalour1 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you got the best job in the world! Thanks for sharing!

@freebehindbars8654 2 жыл бұрын

Had. 2021 890R Duke. The steering lock wouldn’t engage and the dealership had to order it. I was told it would be 2 months out, 4 months later I sold the bike. I loved it but started to fear it would have issues after that 1 yr warranty was up and saw how horrible the service was under that short warranty. Adventure warranty is even shorter.

@brunomelli4679 2 жыл бұрын

Since you mostly hear about negative experience in these comments, I'll offer 2 counter points: 2012 KTM 990 SMT (I just sold it a few months ago because I don't ride road anymore) 2007 KTM 300 XC-W (still have it) Never had any issues with these 2 bikes.

@freebehindbars8654 2 жыл бұрын

@@brunomelli4679 I purchased the bike mid 2020. Went back and forth over paying the prep fee of around $300, which is ridiculous. I ended up paying it, but got the first service free, so I figured what the heck. I picked up the bike 4 days later. It wasn’t wiped down, but no big deal. I finished everything and pulled out of the drive to find the mirror assembly loose, I reach up and grab it to keep it from falling towards me and it breaks the ignition housing, bc it has a little locking location tab on the mirror that goes in the ignition/kill switch housing.(paid for a prep that didn’t happen) I pulled back up and they tried to temporarily fix it, but call it repaired. Took 2 months to get the correct part in on warranty, but offered to buy it and have them reimburse me to get the part in about 10 days, KTM refused. I don’t come it comment sections to bad mouth anyone, I could tell more about how KTM handles warranty issues or my local dealership does as well. Just think people need to know what comes with the purchase. I’ve bought 10-11 bikes in the last 4-5 years. Never had as many issues after a purchase as with this manufacturer. Loved the bike, just wish HD or Yamaha handled how they operate.

@brunomelli4679 2 жыл бұрын

@@freebehindbars8654 My intention is not to question your experience or disparage you. I'd be royally pissed if my dealer was as incompetent as yours seems to be. If you, or anybody, gets bad service or warranty support, by all mean go ahead and document it. Public shaming is the quickest way to get a manufacturer to do the right thing. All I want to do is provide some counter point to the general saying that KTM are unreliable. Unfortunately, on public forums you mostly hear about bad experience and it gets very easy for a brand to get a bad rep when in reality it isn't any better or worse than other brands. Luckily for me, I can do my own maintenance so that takes the dealer out of the equation. I forgot, that I also had an '05 450 EXC and it too never let me down. Currently I ride a '17 Husky 701, so same brand family. If I thought the bikes were unreliable I would have switched a long time ago.

@freebehindbars8654 2 жыл бұрын

@@brunomelli4679 I’ve owned 3 and only had issues with seals leaking, on two of them. All 3 purchased new. I didn’t take your comment personal, I’ve enjoyed the bikes, just not the service. I never let a dealership do the maintenance, unless it’s involves hooking to diagnostics or programming(I do that on my Triumphs, bc they do it right and make it easier for the owner) I regret letting the last Duke go. I got 1k over what I paid 2 years ago.

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

@@brunomelli4679 almost 100,000 miles between a 1090r , 990 , &690 and now 5000 on my 901 without anything id consider major , never left me walkin and lots of off road adventures

@wave6413 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I got a near new 790R awesome machine, wind buffering was horrible and surprising for what is a well sorted bike (IMO) A $15 Ebay adjustable diffuser for the screen sorted that out and improved the head wobble by 90%.

@norbert_engel 2 жыл бұрын

Wind buffeting is the main factor I’m looking to trade in my Tracer 900. I will never underestimate again how much of a nuisance buffeting becomes on long distance rides.

@a6s4z 2 жыл бұрын

Compared to my 1050 Adventure there is no buffeting issue on the Tracer 900.

@FanOWater 2 жыл бұрын

I had a FJ-09 (Tracer 900 in Europe?). The buffeting was bad, but a new screen from Parabellum (the fly screen) with a Puig wind deflector solved it for me. I sold the FJ because my 790R could do its job (almost) as well and be a blast to ride in the dirt.

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

doesnt everyone always change windshields and ergonomics anyway ?? wow that shocks me , i had 3 seats 4 diff windshields and much more id tried diff combos on the 1090r i recently sold , ergo's are the very first mods usually , then cat & cannister delete suspension/springs maybe a revalve , add luggage

@DirtChimps 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I have a 790 Rally and love to push it hard. Looking forward to seeing more content from you!

@mattsutube Жыл бұрын

Been watching an awful lot of your videos, so detailed thoughtful and from the heart. I had so bought into the Husqvarna Norden 901, and now I see THIS video. But what I can say is I'm not shocked, at all. Wind buffeting has always been a pet peeve of mine. On my old Ducati st4s, I had two of them, the wind buffeting was pretty bad in my Arai helmet. With that, wind issue can make or break aong ride (even w/ear plugs). Thanks for your detailed motorcycle reviews. I am on board with your sale of the Husqvarna. Thanks.

@flattopwill 2 жыл бұрын

I’m more than disappointed that you sold the Norden after only a few videos. It made the Norden appear to have more issues and more severe issues than are actually common. The Norden with upgraded suspension would have been the better overall bike despite the high cost. It still probably would have cost you less overall than what I’ve see those Rallys sell for.

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

my Norden is having the Tractive Extreme suspension installed today actually , im super pumped to try it out !!

@OneOldManRiding 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the right bike. I love the look of the Norden, but man the 890 does look aggressive from the side. Like it's just waiting to bomb down the trail. - Frank

@doc650adventures 2 жыл бұрын

Frank!!

@OneOldManRiding 2 жыл бұрын

@@doc650adventures DOC1050!

@ParallelCamper 2 жыл бұрын

@@OneOldManRiding Still waiting for that name change. Or perhaps a second channel?

@OneOldManRiding 2 жыл бұрын

@@ParallelCamper Maybe a rebrand as "Doc1700"? - Frank

@beejoutbush3322 2 жыл бұрын

The review on the Tenere still my fav......Great channel

@raywoo1 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you upgraded to the 880 rally, but it has all the dings that also hated about your 790 such as the wind buffeting, cable clutch, wonky fuel gauge, etc.

@Iambatman1939 2 ай бұрын

I have the Norden 901 expedition. I definitely prefer it over the KTM in looks and comfort. It’s more than enough for me and the type of riding I do. I’ve had no issues with it and have made no mods except for changing out the stock hand guards for bark busters.

@Igor_chak 2 ай бұрын

How many km ,do you have with Norden

@T23LC 2 жыл бұрын

I still love my 901 but yes, the rear shock is soggy, cranking up the preload helped quite a bit... over 1,500 miles and so far so good... wind noise eh.. yeah... over 45mph it's a bit much... I'm short though so I bet an extender would work fine for me. Aftermarket parts will come eventually if they keep making this model... when I ask myself "do I ride KTM 890 aggressive?" I have to say mostly, no... do I get into some situations that I wish I had a better skid plate and beefier shock, yeah, definitely. All in all I'll keep my 901, if the shock blows up, it gets replaced.

@edwardbarrientos1765 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it's my 2023 current buying dilemma

@advredbikes 2 жыл бұрын

Love the honesty Ian, great bike!

@Africatwin93 2 жыл бұрын

Well after your shock Saga etc you still went back and bought another Ktm. That is something I would not have done. Cheers

@Motoandy83 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video!!! I happy to see theres another coming out, about the performance!!! Can you make a review also about the 1290 super adv R?!?!? That one is in my candidate’s list but there are few reviews, i like the objectiveness of you videos and also non biased critics 💯💯💯

@TheWizardOfSanity 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of the channel an like the style of the content. BUT i call bs on this one, was there videos made after the shock problems? Seems like someone got a very good deal on a 890 rally to compensate for the issues on the norden..(and not bad mouth the brand in exchange)

@casey3057 2 жыл бұрын

Devious laughing followed by “holy shit” and more laughing… love it! 🤣🤣🤣 can’t wait for the full review.

@DmitrySerbin 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Ian. I do not understand. You sold it due to poor reliability and bought bike from the same manufacturer? I expect it will also have the same problems.

@johnpark6138 2 жыл бұрын

Great choice! Smiles can’t be measured.

@Nordkapp65 2 жыл бұрын

Struggling to understand this purchase, maybe I misunderstood the comparison video with the T7 where the KTM engine was described as a bag of nails on startup. Perhaps a lighter 690 would have made more sense?

@pgkr67 2 жыл бұрын

It might sound bad, but its still a good engine..

@FanOWater 2 жыл бұрын

I don't love the sound and really wish it had a 270 degree crank, but the motor is a beast! And gets 52 miles to the gallon at 70 mph with luggage and cruise control on.

@xm65 11 ай бұрын

Does this bike have the same cold weather starting issues and automatic memory reset on pre set buttons

@vanbrudenrijden5932 2 жыл бұрын

Riding a Africa Twin is like dancing with a busty drunk blonde, when it's going good it's going good but when it starts going bad it goes down fast and hard and hard to pick back up

@JBMotorrad 2 жыл бұрын

"Willing to sacrifice reliability for performance."?? I am confused by this statement. My first tick box for off-road, remote area riding is reliability. I want to make it home the same way I made it to my destination - not via a rescue operation. To each his own, but you are the 3rd person I follow on KZfaq trying the KTM 890 in place of what they had. I hope your XP goes better. The other two sold theirs within a few weeks of getting it. I enjoy your content and enthusiasm. I can recall some comment from a recent video of yours describing a storage location on some bike you were reviewing, and you said something along the lines of storing "...the tears of KTM riders..." in there. I laughed out loud when you said that. And here you are. :)

@soliitudegaming7275 Жыл бұрын

I was so mad that the 890 Rally was limited edition.... the 890 R doesn't even come in that blueish color which I like way better. Never liked bike manufacturers selling something that is so low on stock that unless you are paying cash upfront you have no chance to get one.

@urbanadventurer5 2 жыл бұрын

You just reminded me how good this bike really is. Looking forward to the review and to pricing used KTMs lol.

@huskydrive 2 жыл бұрын

hi! do you feel like you miss out on touring/tarmac capabilities now and comfort?

@PapaDougsAdventures01 2 жыл бұрын

Finding a Rally version WOW. I have the Adventure R and I love it.

@cliftonsr Жыл бұрын

I heard all the after market parts for the 890 R will work on the Norden 901, so I'm not really understanding why you made that comment, except for the windscreen I definitely understand you on that note. Great video Ian another reason why I subscribe, and I love both bikes!

@aportilla007 2 жыл бұрын

My Honda has no issues... ;)

@rayfriedman9625 2 жыл бұрын

WELL! Glad we cleared that up. I see you're wearing the KLIM Induction Pro jacket--I bought the straight Induction (not pro). Part of the reason is that I live a little east of you (in Las Vegas) and we've had an especially hot summer.Second is that it looks better than the pro and costs at tad less to boot. I do like mesh jackets but no one should mistake them an Air Conditioned jacket! When vendors speak of "air-flow" and vents, they don't mention 110 degrees of air flow is still quite hot. The benefit (as opposed to just wearing a t-shirt in that kind of weather) is of course protection, and that the perspiration you bilt up at the last 3 minute red light is marvelously whisked away as you shift from first to second--and that DOES feel like air conditioning! I also see you installed a set of Black Dog X-large foot pegs. I did too--on my R1250 GSA (which I seldom ride on dirt, nor do I wear moto-x boots). I did need more foot room for my riding boots, but those pegs have made a mess of my shins--any way the can cut me, they have! Could be my fault, I wear shorts when I ride--don't judge me--I told you it's HOT in Vegas. Here's the conclusion I've finally come to: my GSA is a Street Bike, not a dirt bike. So I'm ditching the Black Dogs for a new set of RUBBER covered, Lone Rider Moto-Pegs. I'll let you know how that works out. Last item: YOUR boots--who wears street boots on a Dirt Bike?!!!

@tomlongo7582 3 ай бұрын

Don't you get that same upgraded suspension on the Nordon Expedition? From my memory, you had the regular Nordon. The regular Nordon has soft sprung road-oriented suspension.

@3700jbm 2 жыл бұрын

I heard many people complaining about KTM 890 wind buffering, it is really much better than the Norden?

@tedmine8230 Жыл бұрын

Is the husqvarna norden 901 expedition exactly what you're looking for?😀

@jacobsarkisov3192 Жыл бұрын

That's exactly what I was thinking!

@christianmouraux7269 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolute great bike! I have bought a standard 890 adventure because where I live there is no place you can ride off-road! So enjoy it man! 👍✌️😀

@umthym 6 ай бұрын

Hello Ian, I'm very interested in getting an adventure bike and I want to be able to do some light/medium offroad and long-distance riding too... I am undecided between the Africa Twin 2023 AS(since it has a 19" front wheel), the Ducati Desert X, and the Huskqvarna Norden 901 Expedition. I always come and go between these and I believe my mentality is similar to yours (the best for the buck) and I think Husqy is the way to go. But I need your opinion on picking one of them. Which one would you buy if you were me? Thanks and sorry about the long question=) Love the content and wish you good luck.