BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
Vue d’ensemble - BMW R 1200 GS 2010 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
The BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 are both enduro motorcycles that offer unique features and capabilities.
In terms of engine and drive train, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 is equipped with a Boxer engine, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 has an inline engine. The BMW has a larger bore of 101 mm compared to the Honda's 92 mm, which may result in slightly more power and torque. The BMW also has a higher engine power of 110 HP and torque of 120 Nm, compared to the Honda's 95 HP and 98 Nm. Both motorcycles have a 2-cylinder configuration and similar displacement, with the BMW at 1170 ccm and the Honda at 998 ccm. The BMW utilizes a prop shaft transmission, while the Honda uses a chain transmission.
In terms of suspension, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a strut front suspension with preload adjustment, and a single swing arm rear suspension with preload adjustment. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment, and a swing arm rear suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. This indicates that the Honda offers more adjustability and potentially better off-road performance.
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk front brakes. The BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a rear tire width of 110 mm, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 has a wider rear tire width of 150 mm. This may provide the Honda with better traction and stability off-road.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1507 mm compared to the Honda's 1575 mm. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850 mm, which may be suitable for riders of average height. The BMW has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters, while the Honda has a slightly smaller capacity of 18.8 liters.
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
In terms of strengths, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 offers a sporty look, is well-equipped, and provides enough storage space. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 is comfortable but not boring, has a pleasant and perfectly dimensioned engine, and offers a seat height that may be suitable for taller riders.
However, the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 has a weakness in terms of the technology of the conversion, which may require some getting used to. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 has a weakness in terms of its suspension elements, which are too comfortably tuned at high speeds, and its traction control, which needs to be readjusted after every short break when riding off-road.
Overall, both the BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 offer unique features and capabilities that cater to different rider preferences and needs.
Caractéristiques techniques BMW R 1200 GS 2010 par rapport à Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
BMW R 1200 GS 2010
Une GS Adventure a pratiquement tout ce qu'il faut pour le grand voyage. Mais premièrement, Touratech fabrique de toute façon certaines pièces pour BMW et deuxièmement, cela ne s'arrête pas aux équipements spéciaux proposés par le constructeur bavarois.
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017
Toujours aussi sensationnelle. Elle marque des points avec les vertus bien connues de Honda, mais ne devient jamais fade. Une moto qui te suit dans toutes les situations et qui ne te fatigue pas, même lors de très longues randonnées. Très robuste sur le off-road, elle franchit sans problème les passages les plus difficiles. Même en 2017, elle reste la référence parmi les enduros de voyage.
Comparaison des prix Prix moyen du marché BMW R 1200 GS vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin
There are a few key differences between a BMW R 1200 GS 2010 and a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 is about 11% higher. Compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017 there are more BMW R 1200 GS 2010 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 13. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1200 GS with 64 days compared to 91 days for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 98 reviews for the BMW R 1200 GS and 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin since model year 2015. The first review for the BMW R 1200 GS was published on 1/20/2004 and now has more than 19,100 views. This compares to more than 13,600 views for the first review on Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin published on 5/12/2015.
