Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 vs. Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CB500X 2019

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 vs Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CB500X 2019

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 compared to Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019
Honda CB500X 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,335 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth875 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,421 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity17.3 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

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

Honda CB500X 2019

Honda CB500X 2019

Despite its small displacement compared to other touring enduros, the CB500X is by no means kid's stuff. Adult appearance, an accessible and fun engine and really great touring capabilities make it an affordable touring motorbike for young and old. The Honda cuts a fine figure both on the road and in light off-road terrain. So if you can do without exuberant engine power, technical aids, gadgets and comfort gadgets, you will find the Honda an absolutely suitable companion for great adventures. Whether it's to Norway, Spain or to the home stretch - the Honda CB500X is recommended.

Accessible, good-natured and fun engine

low consumption, very suitable for touring

feels comfortable in light terrain

low weight for touring enduro

effortless handling

can be equipped like a large touring enduro.

Front brake is late

windshield can only be adjusted with tools

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Honda CB500X

Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

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Price Honda CB500X

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