Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020
Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power64 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque61 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio10.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,125 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,315 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)226 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

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.

High-torque engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield perfect for off-roading

Flood of buttons on left handlebar not very clear

handguards not very robust for off-road use

windshield offers manageable protection

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 650 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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