Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Overview - Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Technical Specifications Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	129 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	126 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	10.1
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,237 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,285 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	915 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,335 mm	Height	1,395 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,595 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	275 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	248 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2021

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