BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS 2021 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is equipped with a Boxer engine with a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. It has an engine power of 136 HP and a torque of 143 Nm. The starter is electric and the transmission is a prop shaft. The bike has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1254 ccm. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 features an in-line engine with a bore of 92 mm and a stroke of 81.5 mm. It has an engine power of 102 HP and a torque of 105 Nm. The starter is electric and the transmission is a chain. Similar to the BMW, it also has 2 cylinders but with a smaller displacement of 1084 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension is a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. It can be adjusted for preload and rebound. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 45 mm and a travel of 230 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 220 mm. It can also be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a steel frame. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a load-bearing engine frame type with a rake of 62.9 degrees and a trail of 109 mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has a double cradle frame type with a slightly smaller rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113 mm.

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles are equipped with ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. Additionally, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has anti-slipping control, hill start assist, and cornering lights. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has an additional anti-wheelie system.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1525 mm and a seat height of 850 mm, which can be adjusted up to 870 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 249 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches. It has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1575 mm and the same seat height and adjustment range as the BMW. The kerb weight with ABS is 248 kg and it has a larger fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

In terms of equipment, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is equipped with cornering lights, LED headlights, and an adjustable windscreen. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 offers great ride comfort and ergonomics, a powerful engine, a great connectivity app, an easy-to-read display, a confident feel in the saddle, practical riding aids, and a versatile chassis that can accommodate every route. It is also described as easy to ride. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has a powerful engine, a wonderfully functioning semi-active chassis, sophisticated electronic driving aids, a touchscreen color display, good ergonomics, and long-distance capability. It is praised for its wind protection.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is criticized for its rough overall appearance and somewhat clumsy gearshifts at low revs. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 is criticized for its confusing flood of buttons on the left handlebar, its weight, and its price, although it may be justified.

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS 2021 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2021
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeDual-clutch
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter37 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel190 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake62.9 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth952.5 mmWidth960 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,525 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)248 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity24.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Who said you need 150 hp or more to be in the "upper class"? The Adventure Sports offers everything a comfortable touring enduro needs, and with its electronic chassis and all conceivable safety features, it needs fear no comparison. Ready for the big tour and, thanks to a range of well over 400 kilometres, also for really long stages, you don't have to stop at all on unpaved roads thanks to the ample suspension travel, and you'll get further than many might think.

powerful engine

wonderfully functioning semi-active chassis

sophisticated electronic driving aids

touchscreen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

almost "too good" wind protection

confusing flood of buttons on the left handlebar

weight

the price, even if it may be justified

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT

There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1250 GS 2021 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 64. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 55 days compared to 127 days for a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS and 25 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT since model year 2020. The first review for the BMW R 1250 GS was published on 9/19/2018 and now has more than 305,600 views. This compares to more than 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT published on 9/23/2019.

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