KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore108 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque138 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDual ignitionIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel252 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Wave
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter267 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,577 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height900 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity24.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2023

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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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports

Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

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