Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
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
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandÖhlins
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,335 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth875 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

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

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

The Yamaha MT-09 SP is based on the really well-done MT-09. In 2021, a particularly fine vintage! But the upgrade goes one better! The high-quality chassis provides a great compromise between riding comfort and sportiness.

Upright, comfortable seating position

Well-tuned chassis

Mappings and traction control are quick and easy to adjust

High-quality workmanship

Lovely details

Great tuned engine

Great acceleration and lots of pressure in the relevant rev range.

Horn mounted in a crude way

poor display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Yamaha MT-09 SP

Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

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