Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

The Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 are both enduro motorcycles that offer powerful engines and reliable performance. However, they have some distinct differences in terms of their technical specifications and features.

Starting with the engine, both motorcycles have in-line engines, but the Triumph Tiger 800 XRT has a 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 799cc, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 998cc. Both engines have a similar power output of 95 HP, but the Africa Twin has a higher torque of 98 Nm compared to the Tiger's 79 Nm.

In terms of transmission, both motorcycles use a chain drive system. They also feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension, with the Tiger using Showa brand suspension and the Africa Twin using Showa suspension as well. However, the Africa Twin offers more adjustment options for the front suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

For the rear suspension, both motorcycles have swing arm suspension with a monoshock. The Tiger uses Showa suspension for the rear as well, while the Africa Twin offers additional adjustment options for the rear suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

In terms of braking, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, but the Tiger uses Brembo brand brakes, while the Africa Twin uses Nissin brand brakes. Both motorcycles also come with ABS and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Tiger has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Africa Twin has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. Both motorcycles have a rear tire width of 150 mm. The Tiger has a wheelbase of 1530 mm, while the Africa Twin has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1575 mm. The seat height of the Tiger is 810 mm and can be adjusted up to 830 mm, while the Africa Twin has a higher seat height of 850 mm, which can be adjusted up to 870 mm. The dry weight of the Tiger is 202 kg, while the Africa Twin is slightly heavier at 212 kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 19 liters.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 800 XRT offers a powerful engine, easy handling, full comfort equipment, a pleasant seating position, and five different riding modes. It also has the option to deactivate traction control and ABS. On the other hand, the Africa Twin offers a reliable engine, a comfortable seating position, a well-tuned chassis, good looks, good brakes, and the option for a dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and performance modes.

However, both motorcycles have some weaknesses. The Tiger's color TFT display is not optimally anti-reflective, and it has limited slope clearance. The Africa Twin lacks optimal wind protection, does not have cruise control, and the ABS on the front wheel cannot be switched off.

In conclusion, both the Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Tiger offers a more comfortable and versatile riding experience, while the Africa Twin focuses more on reliability and performance. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore74 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke61.9 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque79 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,050 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,215 mmLength2,335 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth875 mm
HeightHeight1,350 mmHeight1,475 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to830 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)202 kgDry Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018

The Tiger 800 XRt is not only the slightly more road-oriented top model in the Tiger 800 range, it is also the best-selling model - and that could well remain the case with the new model. With a 19-inch front wheel and off-road mode, off-road excursions are no problem, while road riding and long journeys are sweetened with an incredible amount of luxury. In addition to cautious visual retouching, there is now a very easy height-adjustable windshield and 5 riding modes. Full LED lighting and a backlit control unit. Cleverly, the top models XRt and XCa are given the full LED lighting, the backlit control unit as well as heated grips and seats exclusively along the way.

Powerful engine

easy handling

full comfort equipment

pleasant seating position

five different riding modes

traction control and ABS can be deactivated

Colour TFT display not optimally anti-reflective

little slope clearance

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

The new Africa Twin has come exactly as fans expected: Well controllable, unagitated and a wonderful travelling companion. The fact that it also looks extremely good was a pleasant bonus. So there is no reason to fundamentally change the Africa Twin, what was good remains good on the new one - and much has been improved. Thanks to Ride by Wire, you can now also enjoy performance modes on the Africa Twin, and the traction control can be adjusted 7-fold (instead of 3-fold previously) and switched off. The optional DCT is still a big hit and a lot of fun, but it also costs a lot.

Reliable engine

comfortable seating position

well-tuned chassis

good looks

good brakes

optional DCT

performance modes

not quite optimal wind protection

no cruise control

ABS on front wheel cannot be switched off

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 800 XRT vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 and a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 is about 5% higher. A Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 experiences a loss of 50 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 720 USD for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018. Compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 there are less Triumph Tiger 800 XRT 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 800 XRT with 89 days compared to 99 days for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 800 XRT and 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin since model year 2015. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 800 XRT was published on 5/5/2015 and now has more than 18,900 views. This compares to more than 13,600 views for the first review on Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin published on 5/12/2015.

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