Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Overview - Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

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Technical Specifications Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	75.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	130 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,700 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	98 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,200 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 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	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,248 mm	Length	2,335 mm
Width	Width	925 mm	Width	875 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,528 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Dry Weight	Dry Weight	212 kg	Dry Weight	208 kg
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	223 kg	Kerb Weight	228 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2012

Mixed breeds are usually robust and loyal companions. They may not have the appearance of a pedigree dog, but often combine the positive characteristics of several breeds in one creature. The Dorsoduro 1200 is also such a mongrel. And unlike most promenade mixes, it also looks good.

Relatively aggressive engine

comfortable, agile seating position.

Engine sometimes sputters

suspension needs getting used to

mild front brake.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

The legend is back, Honda claimed wholeheartedly - but the mission has succeeded to the highest degree, the Africa Twin with the rather bulky name CRF1000L Africa Twin is a very agile and excellently rideable enduro that works well on all surfaces. This also applies to gravel and single trails, where easy handling is of course very important. With 95 hp, it is a proud 65 hp short of the Elite, but you don't need more for such balanced handling. In one respect, the CRF1000L Africa Twin is completely unrivalled - it can be ordered with a DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission).

extremely good and pleasant to drive

engine revs up nicely

great handling

works very well off-road

very suitable for travelling

unique DCT dual-clutch transmission

the engine is unspectacular