KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers 160 HP of power and 138 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 has an in-line engine that produces 102 HP of power and 105 Nm of torque. The KTM has a larger displacement of 1301ccm compared to the Honda's 1084ccm. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, the KTM features an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 48mm and a travel of 200mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and also has a travel of 200mm. The Honda, on the other hand, has a front suspension with an upside-down telescopic fork from Showa with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 230mm. The rear suspension is also a swing arm with a monoshock from Showa and has a travel of 220mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, the KTM has a chromium-molybdenum frame type, while the Honda has a steel double cradle frame. The KTM has a rake of 65.3 degrees, while the Honda has a rake of 62.5 degrees.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The KTM offers advanced rider assistance systems such as electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. The Honda also offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The Honda has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The KTM has a wheelbase of 1560mm, while the Honda has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1575mm. The seat height of the KTM is 849mm, which can be adjusted up to 869mm. The seat height of the Honda is 850mm, which can be adjusted up to 870mm. The KTM has a kerb weight (with ABS) of 243kg, while the Honda has a slightly heavier kerb weight of 250kg. The fuel tank capacity of the KTM is 23 liters, giving it a range of 416km, while the Honda has a larger fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters, giving it a range of 516km. The combined fuel consumption of the KTM is 5.7 l/100km, while the Honda has a lower combined fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100km.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of equipment, the KTM is equipped with cornering lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The Honda, on the other hand, is equipped with LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the KTM is known for its very sporty yet cultivated V2 power plant, accessible handling despite its high weight, comfortable seating position, good brakes including cornering ABS, comprehensive electronics package, and a clear, well-structured instrumentation with a large 7-inch display. The Honda, on the other hand, is praised for its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, wonderfully functioning DCT, touch-screen color display, good ergonomics, long-distance capability, windshield with a good adjustment range, and semi-active suspension close to perfection.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM has been criticized for its somewhat sluggish turn-in behavior in bends, opaque package design and pricing policy, and dashboards and switches that do not feel very high quality. The Honda, on the other hand, has been noted for its operating concept of the electronics not being very clear and intuitive, and handguards that are not very robust for off-road use.