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

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 have in-line engines. However, the Honda Africa Twin has a larger displacement of 1084cc compared to the Triumph Tiger's 888cc. The Honda Africa Twin also has a higher engine power of 102 HP and torque of 105 Nm, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly lower engine power of 95.2 HP and torque of 87 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The front suspension of both motorcycles is provided by Showa, with a diameter of 45mm for both. However, the Honda Africa Twin has a front suspension travel of 230mm, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly higher front suspension travel of 240mm. The rear suspension travel of the Honda Africa Twin is 220mm, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly higher rear suspension travel of 230mm. Both motorcycles have adjustable suspension settings for compression, preload, and rebound.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. However, the Honda Africa Twin has a double cradle frame type, while the Triumph Tiger has a tubular frame type. The rake angle of the Honda Africa Twin is 62.5 degrees, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly higher rake angle of 65.6 degrees. The trail measurement of the Honda Africa Twin is 113mm, while the Triumph Tiger has a higher trail measurement of 145.8mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Honda Africa Twin offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Triumph Tiger offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

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 Africa Twin has a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly smaller rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Honda Africa Twin is 1575mm, while the Triumph Tiger has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1551mm. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850mm, with the option to increase it up to 870mm. The Honda Africa Twin has a larger fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters, compared to the Triumph Tiger's 20 liters.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights. The Triumph Tiger also offers LED daytime running lights, a heated seat, and a TFT display.

In summary, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 has a more powerful engine, more advanced electronic driving aids, a larger fuel tank capacity, and a semi-active suspension. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022, on the other hand, has a three-cylinder engine with character, improved off-road capability, a quickshifter with blipper as standard, and generous standard equipment including heated seats. Both motorcycles have good ergonomics, wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability. However, the Honda Africa Twin has some weaknesses in terms of the operating concept of the electronics and the robustness of the handguards for off-road use. The Triumph Tiger also has weaknesses in the robustness of the handguards for off-road use and the abundance of switches on the left handlebar.