Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021
Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is a particularly well-designed representative of a type that is so difficult to categorise. In the end, it is simply a very good and universal motorbike. At the regulars' table, it will hardly score points with 120 hp. But in practice, all elements of the motorbike are designed and dimensioned in such a way that you enjoy riding it for a long time. On long tours, it has sufficient power, offers dynamic handling and high riding comfort. Compared to the competition, you hardly miss the power. Kawasaki should improve on the integration of a Navigatinos app in the display.
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2021

For me, the Africa Twin is a touring enduro as a touring enduro should be. This was already true of the predecessor model and did not change with the increase in displacement and power. Because the latter remained manageable at 102 hp, and Honda even managed to shed a few kilos compared to the CRF1000L. So it remained versatile, functioning just as well on the motorway as off-road. The chassis absorbs almost all bumps, the engine remains sovereign in every situation, ergonomics and seating comfort are exemplary. A motorbike for all days as well as for the big trip - wherever that may be.