Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 vs Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 and the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 have in-line engines. However, the Africa Twin has a larger displacement of 1084cc compared to the Tiger's 888cc. The Africa Twin also has a higher engine power of 102 HP and torque of 105 Nm, while the Tiger has 95.2 HP and 87 Nm of torque. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

When it comes to suspension, the Africa Twin features a Showa upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 230mm in the front, and a Showa monoshock with a travel of 220mm in the rear. The Tiger, on the other hand, has a Marzocchi upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 180mm in the front, and a Marzocchi monoshock with a travel of 170mm in the rear. Both motorcycles offer adjustments for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The Africa Twin has a double cradle frame type, while the Tiger has a tubular frame type. The Africa Twin has a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm, while the Tiger has a rake of 65.4 degrees and a trail of 133.3mm.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front. The Africa Twin comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Tiger also features advanced rider assistance systems including suspension electronically adjustable, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Africa Twin has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, while the Tiger has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The Africa Twin has a wheelbase of 1575mm and a seat height ranging from 850mm to 870mm. The Tiger has a wheelbase of 1556mm and a seat height ranging from 810mm to 830mm. Both motorcycles have fuel tank capacities of 18.8 liters for the Africa Twin and 20 liters for the Tiger.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles come with LED headlights. The Tiger also features LED daytime running lights, a heated seat, and a TFT display.

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

In terms of strengths, the Africa Twin stands out for its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, wonderfully functioning DCT, touch-screen color display, good ergonomics, long-distance capability, and windshield perfect for off-roading. On the other hand, the Tiger offers a three-cylinder engine full of character, agile turn-in behavior, quickshifter as standard, electronically adjustable suspension strut, generous standard equipment, good ergonomics, good wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability.

As for weaknesses, the Africa Twin has handguards that are not very robust for off-road use, a flood of switches on the left handlebar, and a windshield that offers manageable protection. The Tiger also has a flood of switches on the left handlebar.

In conclusion, both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 and the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Africa Twin excels in terms of power, electronic aids, and off-road capability, while the Tiger offers a characterful engine, agile handling, and a generous standard equipment package. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque87 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio11.27
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement888 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel180 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
TravelTravel220 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake65.4 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail133.3 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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 height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth960 mmWidth930 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,556 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display

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

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Good things take time, they say. Triumph has kept to this and with the Tiger 900 GT Pro has put a motorbike on the cast rims that continues the long, successful path of the 800 with many detail improvements and is just as much a practical everyday motorbike as it is for extended tours and trips. The Triple has become sharper and yet is still a harmonious unit with which even beginners can do no wrong without boring the experienced motorcyclist. And that's thanks to sufficient suspension travel on roads of the most varied qualities as well as quite moderate off-road passages. There was little to complain about in our first impression, but we will certainly take a closer look at the Tiger.

Three-cylinder engine full of character

agile turn-in behaviour

quickshifter as standard

electronically adjustable suspension strut

generous standard equipment

good ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

long-distance capability.

Flood of switches on the left handlebar

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT vs Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 and a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 is about 3% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 there are less Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro with 88 days compared to 118 days for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 17 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT and 10 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT was published on 9/23/2019 and now has more than 109,400 views. This compares to more than 65,300 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro published on 12/3/2019.

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