BMW R 1200 R 2013 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

BMW R 1200 R 2013

BMW R 1200 R 2013

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

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Overview - BMW R 1200 R 2013 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

BMW R 1200 R 2013

BMW R 1200 R 2013

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 R 2013 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

BMW R 1200 R 2013
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power110 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque119 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio10.1
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,145 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth906 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,285 mmHeight1,395 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity24.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 R 2013

BMW R 1200 R 2013

The predecessor was already able to be ridden in a sporty manner as well as convincing on tours, the new R 1200 R can do even more - thanks to the pannier system (of course at extra cost), travelling is still no problem, but it masters sport even better. Thanks to the now partially water-cooled boxer twin-cylinder engine, it is wonderfully agile - 125 hp may not seem like much on paper, but the engine pushes incredibly and behaves in a cultivated manner to boot. The chassis and brakes also score highly and the seating position is sporty and upright, covering a wide spectrum from wonderful fun to long-distance touring. Unfortunately, BMW also understands the trick with the surcharge list perfectly. The basic model is well equipped with ABS that can be deactivated, traction control that can also be deactivated and two driving modes, but many interesting gimmicks are almost obligatory - and of course drive the price way up.

Sporty look

powerful engine

good sound

comfortable seating position

ABS and traction control standard

two riding modes

Many cool features only available at extra cost

poorly readable speedometer and rev counter

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2020

Who said you need 150 hp or more to be in the "upper class"? The Adventure Sports offers everything a comfortable touring enduro needs, and with its electronic chassis and all conceivable safety features, it needs fear no comparison. Ready for the big tour and, thanks to a range of well over 400 kilometres, also for really long stages, you don't have to stop at all on unpaved roads thanks to the ample suspension travel, and you'll get further than many might think.

powerful engine

wonderfully functioning semi-active chassis

sophisticated electronic driving aids

touchscreen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

almost "too good" wind protection

confusing flood of buttons on the left handlebar

weight

the price, even if it may be justified

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 R vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT

Price BMW R 1200 R

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Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT

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