Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Overview - Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Technical Specifications Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	92 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	81.5 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	87 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	98 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.1	Compression Ratio	10.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,084 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	60 degree	Rake	27.5 degree
Trail	Trail	110 mm	Trail	113 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	256 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	130 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	853 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,115 mm	Height	1,485 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	700 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.6 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	256 km	Range	383 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	123 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	114 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.3 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights	Equipment	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Connectivity, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CMX1100 Rebel DCT 2022

The Honda Rebel 1100 is a very fun, easy to ride, agile and powerful cruiser motorbike that will probably find many friends - whether rookie or old hand. My personal highlights are the ingenious engine, the electronic equipment and the low weight in combination with the low price compared to the competition. A successful Japanese cruiser!

Powerful engine

agile handling

extensive equipment

Response could be smoother

no typical cruiser exhaust roar

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2026

The Honda CRF1100L Africa twin cylinder impresses with its high level of riding comfort and versatility. Thanks to the low seat height and a wide range of clean, but rather conservatively designed Advanced Rider Assistance Systems, it is ideal for road riders and off-road beginners. The proven, finely controllable engine and the cleanly responsive suspension offer a smooth riding experience. The long-distance comfort, including a low, integrated seating position, matches the good-natured character of the machine. The operating concept of the electronics could be more intuitive and requires familiarisation. The ergonomics for standing off-road and the chassis reserves for tougher off-road sections could be improved. The handguards are also not robust enough for intensive off-road use. Overall, however, the Africa twin cylinder is a well-balanced, comfortable touring machine that masters even light off-road terrain with ease.

finely controllable engine

Wide range of electronic driving aids

touch-screen colour display

cleanly responsive chassis

Long-distance comfort

well-integrated seating position

good-natured character

Operating concept of the electronics not intuitive

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riders

Chassis reserves not sufficient for hard off-road use

Handguards not very robust for off-road use