Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 vs. BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 vs BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023 compared to BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023
BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore92 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio11
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,350 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,266 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,574 mmWheelbase1,625 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height920 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity13 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2023

For me, the Africa Twin is a touring enduro as a touring enduro should be. This was already true of the predecessor model and did not change with the increase in displacement and power. Because the latter remained manageable at 102 hp, and Honda even managed to shed a few kilos compared to the CRF1000L. So it remained versatile, functioning just as well on the motorway as off-road. The chassis absorbs almost all bumps, the engine remains sovereign in every situation, ergonomics and seating comfort are exemplary. A motorbike for all days as well as for the big trip - wherever that may be.

powerful engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

Long-distance capability

Windshield good for off-road

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Windshield offers manageable protection

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riding

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

BMW HP2 Enduro 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs BMW HP2 Enduro

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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Price BMW HP2 Enduro

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