Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

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Overview - Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

The Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 is a chopper/cruiser motorcycle that offers a powerful engine and agile handling. It is equipped with an in-line crankpin offset engine that delivers 87.1 HP of power and 98 Nm of torque. The engine has a displacement of 1084 ccm and is cooled by a liquid cooling system. The starter is electric, and the transmission is chain-driven. The motorcycle has a 2-cylinder configuration and a steel frame.

In terms of suspension, the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 features a telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension consists of a dual shock absorber that can also be adjusted for preload. The motorcycle has a rake of 60 degrees and a trail of 110 mm.

The braking system of the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 includes a single disk front brake with a diameter of 330 mm. The motorcycle is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

The dimensions and weights of the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 include a front tire width of 130 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. The rear tire has a width of 180 mm and a diameter of 16 inches. The wheelbase is 1520 mm, and the seat height is 700 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 13.6 liters, providing a range of 277 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.9 l/100km. The motorcycle is equipped with LED daytime running lights and LED headlights.

On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 is an enduro motorcycle that offers a powerful engine and sophisticated electronic driving aids. It is equipped with an in-line engine that has the same bore and stroke as the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021. However, it delivers a higher power output of 102 HP and a torque of 105 Nm. The engine is cooled by a liquid cooling system and has a displacement of 1084 ccm. The starter is electric, and the transmission is chain-driven. The motorcycle has a 2-cylinder configuration and a steel frame.

In terms of suspension, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 45 mm. The front suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a monoshock absorber that can also be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The motorcycle has a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113 mm.

The braking system of the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 includes a double disk front brake with a diameter of 310 mm. The motorcycle is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

The dimensions and weights of the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 include a front tire width of 90 mm and a diameter of 21 inches. The rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is 1574 mm, and the seat height is 850 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 18.8 liters, providing a range of 383 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.9 l/100km. The motorcycle is equipped with Bluetooth, connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 offers a powerful engine, agile handling, and extensive equipment. It is suitable for riders who prefer a chopper/cruiser style motorcycle. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 offers a powerful engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, and good ergonomics. It is suitable for riders who prefer an enduro motorcycle with long-distance capability.

However, the Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 has a couple of weaknesses. The response of the engine could be smoother, and it lacks the typical cruiser exhaust roar. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 has a few weaknesses as well. The operating concept of the electronics is not very clear and intuitive, the handguards are not very robust for off-road use, the windshield offers manageable protection, and the ergonomics are not ideal for standing riding.

Technical Specifications Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power87.1 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter45 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake60 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth853 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,115 mmHeight1,395 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,574 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height700 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.6 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange277 kmRange383 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions114 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-HeadlightsEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021

The Honda Rebel 1100 is a very fun, easy to ride, agile and powerful cruiser motorbike that will probably find many friends - whether rookie or old hand. My personal highlights are the ingenious engine, the electronic equipment and the low weight in combination with the low price compared to the competition. A successful Japanese cruiser!

Powerful engine

agile handling

extensive equipment

Response could be smoother

no typical cruiser exhaust roar

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

For me, the Africa Twin is a touring enduro as a touring enduro should be. This was already true of the predecessor model and did not change with the increase in displacement and power. Because the latter remained manageable at 102 hp, and Honda even managed to shed a few kilos compared to the CRF1000L. So it remained versatile, functioning just as well on the motorway as off-road. The chassis absorbs almost all bumps, the engine remains sovereign in every situation, ergonomics and seating comfort are exemplary. A motorbike for all days as well as for the big trip - wherever that may be.

powerful engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

Long-distance capability

Windshield good for off-road

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Windshield offers manageable protection

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riding

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CMX1100 Rebel vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

There are a few key differences between a Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 is about 25% higher. Compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 there are less Honda CMX1100 Rebel 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 6 compared to 38. It takes less time to sell a Honda CMX1100 Rebel with 72 days compared to 106 days for a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 10 reviews for the Honda CMX1100 Rebel and 28 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CMX1100 Rebel was published on 11/24/2020 and now has more than 77,500 views. This compares to more than 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin published on 9/23/2019.

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