Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

In terms of engine specifications, both the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 have inline engines. However, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a smaller bore of 78 mm compared to the Africa Twin Adventure Sports' 92 mm. The stroke of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is 61.9 mm, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a stroke of 75.1 mm. The engine power of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is 95.2 HP, slightly higher than the Africa Twin Adventure Sports' 95 HP. The torque of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is 87 Nm, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a torque of 98 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro has three cylinders and a displacement of 888 ccm, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has two cylinders and a displacement of 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro's front suspension is provided by Showa with a diameter of 45 mm and a travel of 240 mm. The front suspension of the Africa Twin Adventure Sports is also provided by Showa with the same diameter of 45 mm but has a slightly larger travel of 252 mm. The rear suspension of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a travel of 230 mm, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a travel of 240 mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro is equipped with double disk brakes at the front, provided by Brembo, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has double disk brakes at the front provided by Nissin.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro also offers cornering ABS, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports does not have this feature.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is 1551 mm, slightly shorter than the Africa Twin Adventure Sports' 1580 mm. The seat height of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is adjustable from 850 mm to 870 mm, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a fixed seat height of 900 mm, which can be adjusted up to 920 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is 20 liters, while the Africa Twin Adventure Sports has a larger fuel tank capacity of 24.2 liters.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro also features LED daytime running lights, a heated seat, and a TFT display. The Africa Twin Adventure Sports does not have these additional features.

In terms of strengths, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro offers a three-cylinder engine that is full of character, practical off-road performance, comfortable suspension elements, a quickshifter with a blipper as standard, generous standard equipment including heated seats for both the rider and pillion, good ergonomics, good wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability. On the other hand, the Africa Twin Adventure Sports offers a powerful and unagitated engine, a comfortable chassis, a comfortable seating position, superb looks, good brakes, a large fuel tank, performance modes, and the option for DCT.

In terms of weaknesses, the Tiger 900 Rally Pro has handguards that are not very robust for off-road use and an overall large and ponderous appearance. The Africa Twin Adventure Sports has suboptimal wind protection, no cruise control, a high saddle that can be difficult to climb for smaller riders, and ABS on the front wheel that cannot be switched off.