Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	92 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	81.5 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	102 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	105 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.1	Compression Ratio	12.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,084 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,330 mm	Length	2,255 mm
Width	Width	960 mm	Width	980 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	910 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	250 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	260 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2023

The Africa twin cylinder is an adventure bike as an adventure bike should be. The suspension absorbs pretty much all bumps, the engine remains confident in every situation and the ergonomics and seating comfort are exemplary. A bike for every day as well as for the big journey - wherever that may take you.

High-torque engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (optional)

colour touch-screen display

good ergonomics

Suitability for long journeys

Great Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration

Windscreen adjustment somewhat impractical

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Windscreen and wind protection not perfect - head turbulence occurs at higher travelling speeds

The engine is too unspectacular for sporty riders

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2014

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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