Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Overview - Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Technical Specifications Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	94 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	98 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.8	Compression Ratio	10.1
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
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	996 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Three pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Three pistons	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,305 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	925 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,465 mm	Height	1,395 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	838 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	25 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	24.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021

The Africa Twin is a true Enduro with tough handling qualities. It looks robust and is well equipped for almost any application. The engine is good, but won't blow adrenaline junkies away. The wind protection is great, but too good in summer. Components and attachments are of a high standard. The overall build quality is superior and the mobile phone integration is a great solution. Even after many test rides, the switches still seem illogical and confusing. In direct comparison, it somehow floats above things. It simply drives confidently and well, but cannot shine with spectacular values.

Very good chassis - both mechanical and electronic

DCT option makes it a superior touring bike

high quality and practical electronic ride aids

fundamentally good wind protection

high quality overall impression

flawless engine with great response and linear torque curve

accessible handling

very pleasant ride

wonderfully versatile bike.

Wind protection too good in the heat - even the lowest position of the wind shield hardly lets any wind through

operation via the numerous switches seems complex overall even after 2 days of testing

seat seems a bit too soft after a long day.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda XL 1000 V Varadero vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports

Price Honda XL 1000 V Varadero

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Overview - Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2009 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2021