Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020 vs. Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

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Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020 compared to Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020
Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92 mmBore96 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke62.1 mm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement449.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel305 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel220 mmTravel313 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake62.75 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail117 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyWave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width120 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height90 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,175 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth827 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,274 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,477 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height959 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity8.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 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 (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield perfect for off-roading

Flood of buttons on left handlebar not very clear

handguards not very robust for off-road use

windshield offers manageable protection

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

Honda CRF 450 RX 2017

In the cross-country sector, the Honda CRF 450 RX is probably the number 1. Its single-cylinder convinces with sufficient power, but keeps popping out in our testers. As is typical for Honda, the CRF 450 RX gives a lot of confidence right from the start and has the best handling in the 450 class. However, the chassis is designed for fast stages and is not very convincing in the hard enduro sector. A lively and agile enduro for the cross-country segment!

sufficient power

gives a lot of confidence

best handling in the 450 class

Engine often blops out

Chassis designed for fast stages

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs Honda CRF 450 RX

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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