Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2018
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
BMW F 850 GS 2018
Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs BMW F 850 GS 2018
In terms of engine and drive train, both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and the BMW F 850 GS have inline engines with similar power outputs of 95 HP. However, the Africa Twin has a slightly larger displacement of 998cc compared to the F 850 GS's 853cc. The Africa Twin also has a higher torque rating of 98 Nm compared to the F 850 GS's 92 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. The Africa Twin offers adjustable suspension settings for compression, preload, and rebound, while the F 850 GS only offers adjustment for preload and rebound.
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Both motorcycles have steel frames and double disk front brakes. The Africa Twin offers advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control, while the F 850 GS only has ABS.
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 Africa Twin has a larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the F 850 GS's 17 inches. The F 850 GS has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1593mm compared to the Africa Twin's 1575mm. The seat height of the F 850 GS is also slightly higher at 860mm compared to the Africa Twin's 850mm. The F 850 GS has a lower kerb weight of 229kg compared to the Africa Twin's 232kg. The Africa Twin also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 18.8 liters compared to the F 850 GS's 15 liters.
In terms of strengths, the Africa Twin is praised for its reliable engine, comfortable seating position, well-tuned chassis, good looks, good brakes, and optional DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission). It also offers performance modes for different riding conditions. On the other hand, the F 850 GS is praised for its superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, extensive range of accessories, and off-road capability. It also offers riding modes and traction control.
BMW F 850 GS 2018
However, the Africa Twin has some weaknesses including not quite optimal wind protection, the lack of cruise control, and the inability to switch off ABS on the front wheel. The F 850 GS has weaknesses such as a disc that is positioned too low and a sound that could be better.
In conclusion, both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and the BMW F 850 GS are capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Africa Twin excels in terms of reliability, comfort, and performance options, while the F 850 GS offers a superior engine and a wider range of accessories. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's specific preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
The new Africa Twin has come exactly as fans expected: Well controllable, unagitated and a wonderful travelling companion. The fact that it also looks extremely good was a pleasant bonus. So there is no reason to fundamentally change the Africa Twin, what was good remains good on the new one - and much has been improved. Thanks to Ride by Wire, you can now also enjoy performance modes on the Africa Twin, and the traction control can be adjusted 7-fold (instead of 3-fold previously) and switched off. The optional DCT is still a big hit and a lot of fun, but it also costs a lot.
BMW F 850 GS 2018
You might not see it at first glance on the new BMW F 850 GS, but it really is a completely new design. Both the steel chassis and the drivetrain have been changed, the engine enlarged to 853 cubic capacity and designed to be even more powerful with the 90-degree crankpin offset. As a result, the new F 850 GS presents itself more sovereign than excited and is convincing both on the road and off-road. The very special thing about the BMW is the ability to tailor it exactly to your personal needs thanks to the extensive range of accessories - there is actually no feature currently available that you can't get on your F 850 GS. However, this also drives up the price.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs BMW F 850 GS
There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and a BMW F 850 GS 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 850 GS 2018 is about 8% higher. A Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 experiences a loss of 730 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 2,480 GBP for a BMW F 850 GS 2018. Compared to BMW F 850 GS 2018 there are more Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin with 99 days compared to 112 days for a BMW F 850 GS. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and 31 reviews for the BMW F 850 GS since model year 2018. The first review for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin was published on 12/05/2015 and now has more than 13,600 views. This compares to more than 69,800 views for the first review on BMW F 850 GS published on 21/11/2017.
