BMW R 1200 GS 2011 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2011 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2011 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2011
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque120 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width110 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,335 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth875 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,475 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight203 kgDry Weight208 kg
Kerb WeightKerb Weight229 kgKerb Weight228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2011

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

The legend is back, Honda claimed wholeheartedly - but the mission has succeeded to the highest degree, the Africa Twin with the rather bulky name CRF1000L Africa Twin is a very agile and excellently rideable enduro that works well on all surfaces. This also applies to gravel and single trails, where easy handling is of course very important. With 95 hp, it is a proud 65 hp short of the Elite, but you don't need more for such balanced handling. In one respect, the CRF1000L Africa Twin is completely unrivalled - it can be ordered with a DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission).

extremely good and pleasant to drive

engine revs up nicely

great handling

works very well off-road

very suitable for travelling

unique DCT dual-clutch transmission

the engine is unspectacular

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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