Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

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Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 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 diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,335 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth875 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

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

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

A very well-equipped Suzuki, the likes of which you don't see every day. From the extensively integrated electronics to the pleasant riding experience, you basically have everything you need for motorcycling.

Relatively low overall weight

pleasant sound

positive ergonomics and seat comfort

strong, well-controllable brakes

ABS

well equipped.

The engine does tend to slow down with a passenger on long journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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