Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT model year 2020 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports model year 2018 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with similar engine types, bore, stroke, and transmission. However, there are several notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 has a higher output with 102 HP compared to the CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 which has 95 HP. The CRF1100L also has a higher torque of 105 Nm compared to the 98 Nm of the CRF1000L.

The suspension systems of both models are similar, with upside-down telescopic forks and swing arm suspension. However, the CRF1000L has a slightly higher front suspension travel of 252 mm compared to the 230 mm of the CRF1100L. The rear suspension travel is also higher in the CRF1000L with 240 mm compared to the 220 mm of the CRF1100L.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

In terms of chassis, both models have a steel frame. The brakes are also similar, with double disk brakes on the front. However, the CRF1100L comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The CRF1000L, on the other hand, has ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the CRF1100L has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1575 mm compared to the 1580 mm of the CRF1000L. The seat height is also lower in the CRF1100L with 850 mm compared to the 900 mm of the CRF1000L. However, the CRF1000L offers a higher seat height option of up to 920 mm. The kerb weight of the CRF1100L is slightly higher at 248 kg compared to the 243 kg of the CRF1000L. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of around 24 liters.

In terms of equipment, both models come with LED headlights. However, the CRF1100L has the added feature of a touchscreen color display, which is not present in the CRF1000L.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

In terms of strengths, the CRF1100L has a more powerful engine, a wonderfully functioning semi-active chassis, sophisticated electronic driving aids, good ergonomics, and long-distance capability. It also offers almost "too good" wind protection. The CRF1000L, on the other hand, has a powerful and unagitated engine, a comfortable chassis, a comfortable seating position, superb looks, good brakes, a large fuel tank, performance modes, and the option for a DCT.

In terms of weaknesses, the CRF1100L has a confusing flood of buttons on the left handlebar, a higher weight, and a higher price. The CRF1000L, on the other hand, has not quite optimal wind protection, no cruise control, a high saddle that can be difficult to climb for smaller riders, and the inability to switch off ABS on the front wheel.

Overall, the CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 offers more advanced features and a more powerful engine compared to the CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018. However, it also comes with a higher price tag and some minor drawbacks.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel252 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel220 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,340 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth930 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,570 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height900 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to920 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)248 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)243 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24.8 lFuel Tank Capacity24.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

For many, the new Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports is the true Africa Twin, which, with a larger tank, longer suspension travel and higher windshield, takes the long journey even more seriously than the normal Africa Twin already does. The chassis works like a litter, the seating position allows hundreds of kilometres at a stretch - according to Honda 525 on one tank of fuel. However, the agility and manoeuvrability of the normal Africa Twin suffer. With the more attractive appearance of the Adventure Sports, Honda has hit the bull's-eye again: there is currently no more beautiful adventure bike.

powerful, unagitated engine

comfortable chassis

comfortable seating position

superb looks

good brakes

large fuel tank

performance modes

optional DCT

Not quite optimal wind protection

no cruise control

high saddle difficult to climb for smaller riders

ABS on front wheel cannot be switched off

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020 and a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports with 112 days compared to 127 days for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 25 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT and 14 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports since model year 2018. The first review for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT was published on 9/23/2019 and now has more than 109,400 views. This compares to more than 91,900 views for the first review on Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports published on 11/6/2017.

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