Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Overview - Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	90 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,400 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	110 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,950 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	10.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	47 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	250 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	Showa
Travel	Travel	250 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	255 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,325 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	905 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,250 mm	Height	1,395 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,570 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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