Norden 901 Expedition or KTM 890 R? I Rode the NMBDR to Find Out!

In this video, I give you my updated, honest take after riding 1,200+ miles on the KTM 890 Adventure R during the New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route (NMBDR). Having also spent significant time on my Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition, I can finally answer the question:

👉 Which bike is better for adventure riding and the BDR routes?

I cover:

Comfort & ergonomics over long miles

Suspension performance on rough terrain

Handling in deep sand, rocks, and technical sections

How the 890 R and Norden 901 perform when fully loaded for multi-day ADV rides

Surprises I discovered on the NMBDR with both bikes

Which bike I’d choose for my next BDR

If you’re thinking about riding a Backcountry Discovery Route or trying to decide between these two incredible bikes, this video is for you.

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