Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have an in-line engine with a bore of 92 mm and a stroke of 81.5 mm, producing 102 HP of engine power and 105 Nm of torque. They both have an electric starter and a chain transmission. The engine displacement for both models is 1084 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both models feature an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 45 mm and a travel of 230 mm. The front suspension is provided by Showa and offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock provided by Showa as well. The rear suspension has a travel of 220 mm and also offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

The chassis for both models is made of steel and has a double cradle frame type. The rake angle is 62.5 degrees and the trail is 113 mm. The front brakes are double disk type for both models.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. They both have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase for both models is 1575 mm.

However, there are some differences between the two models. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 has a higher seat height, ranging from 850 mm to 870 mm, compared to the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022, which has a fixed seat height of 850 mm. The kerb weight of the Adventure Sports DCT model is also slightly higher at 250 kg compared to the 226 kg of the standard model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

The fuel tank capacity is also different, with the Adventure Sports DCT model having a larger capacity of 24.8 liters compared to the 18.8 liters of the standard model. This results in a longer range for the Adventure Sports DCT model, with a range of 516 km compared to the 383 km range of the standard model. However, the combined fuel consumption is slightly higher for the Adventure Sports DCT model at 4.8 l/100km compared to the 4.9 l/100km of the standard model.

In terms of equipment, both models feature LED headlights. However, the Adventure Sports DCT model also has a touch-screen color display, while the standard model has additional features such as Bluetooth connectivity and a TFT display.

In summary, both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 are powerful enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. The Adventure Sports DCT model offers additional features such as a touch-screen color display and a larger fuel tank capacity, resulting in a longer range. However, both models have similar strengths and weaknesses, including a powerful engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, and good ergonomics, but with some issues with the operating concept of the electronics and the robustness of the handguards for off-road use.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio10.1
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
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel220 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,395 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,574 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)250 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)226 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24.8 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange516 kmRange383 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100km
Stationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

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 with good adjustment range

semi-active suspension close to perfection.

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

handguards not very robust for off-road use

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022

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 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 is about 21% higher. Compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2022 there are more Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin with 82 days compared to 124 days for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 25 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT and 28 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT was published on 9/23/2019 and now has more than 109,400 views. This compares to more than 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin published on 9/23/2019.

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