Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021 vs. Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021 vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021 compared to Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021
Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke79.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power112 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque117 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,199 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyWave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,255 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth980 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,540 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)226 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)261 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2021

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.

powerful engine

sophisticated electronic driving aids

wonderfully functioning DCT (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

Long-distance capability

Windshield good for off-road

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Windshield offers manageable protection

Ergonomics not ideal for standing riding

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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Price Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere

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