Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Overview - Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	72 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	127 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	10.1
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	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	2
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	1,252 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	47 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	191 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	191 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	62.5 degree
Trail	Trail	108 mm	Trail	113 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	280 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

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

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	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 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
Length	Length	2,270 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	965 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,510 mm	Height	1,395 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,580 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	805 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	875 mm	Seat Height up to	870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	242 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21.2 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 2021

The Pan America 1250 is Harley-Davidson's first attempt in the segment of large touring enduros and it has definitely succeeded! Apart from a few, rather negligible flaws, the Pan America 1250 Special is an all-round good adventure bike that even pleases with its off-road qualities. The Revolution Max V2 engine has a sporty character, placing it perfectly in the luxury enduro bike class. With innovative features such as the Adaptive Ride Height System, the Americans could even manage to acquire a larger number of new customers for whom the usual suspects in the big enduro bike segment are all too high.

Sporty engine

stable on- and off-road feel

comfortable seating position

extensive electronics

unique look

cornering ABS as standard

cornering TC as standard

high-quality electronic suspension

seat height can be lowered when stationary

good off-road characteristics

Comparatively high weight

Ground clearance too low for hard off-road terrain

ABS on rear wheel not disengageable

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Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2020

The Africa Twin is a true Enduro with tough handling qualities. It looks robust and is well equipped for almost any application. The engine is good, but won't blow adrenaline junkies away. The wind protection is great, but too good in summer. Components and attachments are of a high standard. The overall build quality is superior and the mobile phone integration is a great solution. Even after many test rides, the switches still seem illogical and confusing. In direct comparison, it somehow floats above things. It simply drives confidently and well, but cannot shine with spectacular values.

Very good chassis - both mechanical and electronic

DCT option makes it a superior touring bike

high quality and practical electronic ride aids

fundamentally good wind protection

high quality overall impression

flawless engine with great response and linear torque curve

accessible handling

very pleasant ride

wonderfully versatile bike.

Wind protection too good in the heat - even the lowest position of the wind shield hardly lets any wind through

operation via the numerous switches seems complex overall even after 2 days of testing

seat seems a bit too soft after a long day.

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