Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 vs. Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 vs Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019 compared to Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2019
Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power25 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque22.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement249 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width120 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,335 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth875 mmWidth900 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,425 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height895 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity10.1 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 CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

All in all, the CRF 250 Rallye is a nice addition to the enduro segment, which is neglected by many. The rally fairing provides a sporty look and practical benefits. The bike looks cheeky and cool, but also scores with many pragmatic strengths.

Large steering angle

easy to use

good engine control

great wind and weather protection

ABS can be switched off on the rear wheel.

Clutch lever not optimal to operate with two fingers off-road

handlebars look unsexy

chassis feels doughy and not very precise

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Honda CRF250 Rally

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