Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

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Overview - Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke86 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power24.5 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque32 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement411 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel230 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel180 mmTravel220 mm
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter256 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 width120 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height90 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,190 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,360 mmHeight1,395 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

Royal Enfield Himalayan 2020

The workmanship is of a surprisingly high standard for a motorbike that can be had in Germany and Austria for under 5,000 euros. Everything about the little Himalayan looks like it was built to last. Of course, the little Indian can't compete with others in terms of performance data, but it doesn't want to. It is a motorbike for individualists who want to escape society's higher, faster, further - deceleration of the first order.

unique eye-catcher

coherent concept

high range

comfortable seat

compass

robust technology

price-performance ratio

Front brake subterranean

performance somewhat weak for Europe

weight relatively high

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 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.

powerful engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

Long-distance capability

Windshield good for off-road

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Windshield offers manageable protection

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riding

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

Price Royal Enfield Himalayan

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