Husqvarna 701 fork upgrade: Real-World Adventure Ride Review WP Explorer Pro Closed Cartridge Forks

Are WP Explorer Pro Closed Cartridge Forks really worth the upgrade for your Husqvarna 701 Adventure? 🏍️ In this episode, we follow Dave Darcy—shooter and producer of MADTV—as he fits a set of high-end WP closed cartridge forks to his 4-year-old 701 and puts them through their paces on a challenging 200km adventure loop.

Whether you're riding sand, rocks, or tight singletrack, suspension matters. 💥 In this deep dive, we cover:
✅ Real-world performance on varied terrain
✅ Strengths AND weaknesses of the WP Explorer Pro forks
✅ Setup tips for optimal performance
✅ Durability, value for money, and whether they live up to the hype

Thinking about upgrading your 701's suspension? This video is a must-watch. We cut through the marketing and give you honest, practical insights from the trail.

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CONTENTS
00:00 Introduction
01:11 Why Closed Cartridge?
02:26 Fitting of Forks
07:45 First ride
10:00 Pushing them hard
11.26 First Impressions
13:00 The Quarry
14:00 Adjustment
16:23 Conclusion