Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of engine specifications, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 features an in-line three-cylinder engine with a displacement of 888cc, producing 95.2 HP of power and 87 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 is equipped with an in-line two-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1084cc, delivering 102 HP of power and 105 Nm of torque. Both bikes have electric starters and chain transmissions.

When it comes to suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 uses Showa forks with a diameter of 45mm and offers a travel of 240mm. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a Showa monoshock, providing a travel of 230mm and adjustable preload and rebound. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 also utilizes Showa forks with a diameter of 45mm, offering a travel of 230mm. The rear suspension features a swing arm with a Showa monoshock, providing a travel of 220mm and adjustable compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 has a tubular frame with a rake of 65.6 degrees and a trail of 145.8mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 features a double cradle frame with a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 does not specify the type of brakes, while the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 features double disk brakes.

Both motorcycles are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. However, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 has a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, while the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 is slightly longer at 1575mm compared to the 1551mm of the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850mm, which can be adjusted up to 870mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 has a larger fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters, while the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of equipment, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 offers LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a heated seat, and a TFT display. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 features LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 is praised for its three-cylinder engine with character, off-road performance, comfortable suspension, standard quickshifter with blipper, generous standard equipment including heated seats, good ergonomics, wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 is praised for its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, well-functioning DCT, touch-screen color display, good ergonomics, long-distance capability, windshield with good adjustment range, and semi-active suspension close to perfection.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 is criticized for its less robust handguards for off-road use, a flood of switches on the left handlebar, and an overall large and ponderous appearance. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 is criticized for its not very clear and intuitive operating concept of the electronics and less robust handguards for off-road use.