KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles, but they have some notable differences.
In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 features a V2 engine with a displacement of 1301cc, producing 160 HP of power and 138 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 has an in-line 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 998cc, delivering 95 HP of power and 98 Nm of torque. The KTM has a more powerful engine, providing better acceleration and top speed.
Both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension, but the KTM uses WP forks with a diameter of 48mm and a travel of 200mm, while the Honda uses Showa forks with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 252mm. The KTM offers better suspension adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for both the front and rear suspension.
In terms of chassis, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, which provides a good balance between strength and weight. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 has a steel frame, which is known for its durability and stability.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, but the KTM uses Brembo brakes, while the Honda uses Nissin brakes. Both bikes offer good braking performance, but the Brembo brakes on the KTM are known for their excellent stopping power.
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 offers a more comprehensive package. It features suspension that is electronically adjustable, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 also has ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, but lacks suspension adjustability and cruise control.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1560mm, and the seat height ranges from 849mm to 869mm. The KTM weighs 243kg with ABS and has a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. On the other hand, the Honda has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1580mm, and the seat height ranges from 900mm to 920mm. The Honda also weighs 243kg with ABS but has a slightly larger fuel tank capacity of 24.2 liters.
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have LED headlights, but the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 also features cornering lights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 does not have these additional features.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 offers a very sporty and powerful V2 engine, accessible handling despite its weight, a comfortable seating position, good brakes with cornering ABS, and a comprehensive electronics package with a large 7-inch display. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 has a powerful and unagitated engine, a comfortable chassis, a comfortable seating position, great looks, good brakes, a large fuel tank, and performance modes, with the option of a DCT.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 has a somewhat sluggish turn-in behavior in bends, an opaque package design and pricing policy, and dashboards and switches that do not feel very high quality. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 has less than optimal wind protection, no cruise control, a high saddle that can be difficult for smaller riders to climb, and ABS on the front wheel that cannot be switched off.
Overall, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 is a more powerful and technologically advanced motorcycle, offering better performance and a more comprehensive electronics package. However, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018 has its strengths in terms of comfort, looks, and a larger fuel tank. The choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
All in all, the long-distance capable KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is made for a trip for two, whereby the rider hardly ever has to think about where it is going. It likes motorway sections, fast country road passages or winding mountain passes in the tightest of corners just as much as unpaved roads with the occasional rough gravel section, where it is primarily the rider or their routine that decides how far they can go. The handling, which is improved compared to the predecessor due to the lower tank (and thus centre of gravity), also scores points here. The electronic chassis copes perfectly with the changing surfaces of a journey and always conveys transparency, the engine sovereignty in every situation. Ready to race - or also: Ready for long-distance racing!
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018
For many, the new Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports is the true Africa Twin, which, with a larger tank, longer suspension travel and higher windshield, takes the long journey even more seriously than the normal Africa Twin already does. The chassis works like a litter, the seating position allows hundreds of kilometres at a stretch - according to Honda 525 on one tank of fuel. However, the agility and manoeuvrability of the normal Africa Twin suffer. With the more attractive appearance of the Adventure Sports, Honda has hit the bull's-eye again: there is currently no more beautiful adventure bike.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 and a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2018. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 26. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S with 91 days compared to 112 days for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and 14 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports since model year 2018. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S was published on 12/10/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 91,900 views for the first review on Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports published on 06/11/2017.