Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 vs. Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 vs Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 compared to Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020
Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore92 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power94 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio9.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement996 ccm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonThree pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonThree pistons

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,305 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth925 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,465 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height838 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity25 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

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 perfect for off-roading

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

flood of switches on left handlebar

windshield offers manageable protection

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT vs Honda XL 1000 V Varadero

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT

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Price Honda XL 1000 V Varadero

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