Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 vs. Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 vs Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 compared to Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	92 mm	Bore	76 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.1 mm	Stroke	55 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	25 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	98 Nm	Torque	22.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	249 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	256 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	120 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,335 mm	Length	2,210 mm
Width	Width	875 mm	Width	900 mm
Height	Height	1,475 mm	Height	1,425 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,455 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	895 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	10.1 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Still sensational. It scores with the familiar Honda virtues, but never gets stale. A motorbike that goes with you through thick and thin and doesn't tire even on extra-long tours. Very robust off-road, also copes with really tough passages without any problems. Still the benchmark for touring enduros in 2017.

Comfortable but not boring

Pleasant and perfectly dimensioned engine

Seat height a tad lower than on the KTM- from 175cm height it could work

Suspension elements do everything off-road, but are too comfortably tuned at high speeds

traction control is annoying off-road - always has to be readjusted after every short break.

Honda CRF250 Rally 2017

All in all, the CRF 250 Rallye is a nice addition to the enduro segment, which is neglected by many. The rally fairing provides a sporty look and practical benefits. The bike looks cheeky and cool, but also scores with many pragmatic strengths.

Large steering angle

easy to use

good engine control

great wind and weather protection

ABS can be switched off on the rear wheel.

Clutch lever not optimal to operate with two fingers off-road

handlebars look unsexy

chassis feels doughy and not very precise

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Honda CRF250 Rally

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 vs Honda CRF250 Rally 2017