Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore92 mmBore76.2 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke96.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power52 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque4,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio9
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement883 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake26 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail117 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,185 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth855 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,574 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height735 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity12.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 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.

powerful engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

Long-distance capability

Windshield good for off-road

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Windshield offers manageable protection

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riding

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron

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