Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Overview - Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Technical Specifications Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	84.5 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	74 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.6	Compression Ratio	10.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	690 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Showa

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,480 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	145 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	231 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2018

The 701 Supermoto is the right vehicle for asphalt surfers who regard a motorbike as a toy without wanting to forego suitability for everyday use. The ABS also meets sporting demands, can be switched off or operated in Supermoto mode using a "dongle" from the accessories. The ride-by-wire offers three different riding modes to choose from, which can also only be changed while riding with an extra. This brings us to the downer in the Austro-Swedish melange: we would have liked to see some extras in the standard equipment. One of these is the set of stickers for the many white surfaces on the fairing.

elegant design

strong brakes

excellently tuned engine

good sound

suitable for everyday use

Some useful extras at extra cost

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2024

The Honda CRF1100L Africa twin cylinder impresses with its high level of riding comfort and versatility. Thanks to the low seat height and a wide range of clean, but rather conservatively designed Advanced Rider Assistance Systems, it is ideal for road riders and off-road beginners. The proven, finely controllable engine and the cleanly responsive suspension offer a smooth riding experience. The long-distance comfort, including a low, integrated seating position, matches the good-natured character of the machine. The operating concept of the electronics could be more intuitive and requires familiarisation. The ergonomics for standing off-road and the chassis reserves for tougher off-road sections could be improved. The handguards are also not robust enough for intensive off-road use. Overall, however, the Africa twin cylinder is a well-balanced, comfortable touring machine that masters even light off-road terrain with ease.

finely controllable engine

Wide range of electronic driving aids

touch-screen colour display

cleanly responsive chassis

Long-distance comfort

well-integrated seating position

good-natured character

Operating concept of the electronics not intuitive

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riders

Chassis reserves not sufficient for hard off-road use

Handguards not very robust for off-road use