Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021 vs. BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021 vs BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021 compared to BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

BMW G 650 GS Sertao 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	92 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	81.5 mm	Stroke	83 mm
Engine power	Engine power	102 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	105 Nm	Torque	60 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.1	Compression Ratio	11.5
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	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,084 ccm	Displacement	652 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,330 mm	Length	2,185 mm
Width	Width	960 mm	Width	920 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,484 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

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

Standard handguards not very robust for off-road use

Electronic operating concept requires familiarisation and close examination - keyword: flood of switches

Windshield offers manageable protection