Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Overview - Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Technical Specifications Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	69 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	76 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	78.5 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Centrifugal force	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Automatic, Gearshift	Transmission Type	Dual-clutch
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	839.3 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,155 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	960 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,463 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	236 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Mana 850 GT 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 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

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield perfect for off-roading

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

flood of switches on left handlebar

windshield offers manageable protection