BMW F 800 GS 2017 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Overview - BMW F 800 GS 2017 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2017 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

BMW F 800 GS 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	85 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	83 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	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	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch
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	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	230 mm	Travel	230 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	215 mm	Travel	220 mm
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	62.5 degree
Trail	Trail	117 mm	Trail	113 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 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	2,300 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	890 mm	Width	960 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,573 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	880 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	217 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	250 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

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.

High-torque engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield with good adjustment range

semi-active suspension close to perfection.

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

handguards not very robust for off-road use

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT

Price BMW F 800 GS

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