Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 vs. Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 vs Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. However, they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 is equipped with a 1084cc in-line, 2-cylinder engine that produces 102 HP and 105 Nm of torque. It features a steel double cradle frame and a front suspension with a 45mm Showa upside-down telescopic fork and a rear suspension with a monoshock. The bike has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It weighs 238 kg with ABS and has a fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters. The Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It also features Bluetooth, connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

On the other hand, the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 is equipped with a 1158cc V4 engine that produces a whopping 170 HP and 121 Nm of torque. It features a steel monocoque frame and a front suspension with a 50mm Marzocchi upside-down telescopic fork and a rear suspension with a monoshock. The bike has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It weighs 260 kg with ABS and has a fuel tank capacity of 30 liters. The Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, dynamic suspension, cornering ABS, radar cruise control, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, blind spot assist, traction control, and anti-wheelie. It also features cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

In terms of strengths, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 is praised for its very good chassis, both mechanical and electronic. The option for a DCT transmission makes it a superior touring bike. It also has high-quality and practical electronic ride aids, excellent wind protection, and a high-quality overall impression. The engine is flawless with great response and a linear torque curve. The bike offers accessible handling and a very pleasant ride. Overall, it is considered a wonderfully versatile bike.

On the other hand, the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 is praised for its very potent, yet finely controllable V4 engine. Despite its high weight, it is surprisingly easy to handle. The bike has powerful, yet sensitive brakes and a very responsive semi-active chassis. It also comes with an extensive electronics package and good ergonomics, even in standing off-road use. The Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 also features cruise control with a radar system and offers good wind protection.

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 has wind protection that may be too good in hot weather, as even the lowest position of the wind shield hardly allows any wind through. The operation of the numerous switches may also seem complex, and the seat may feel a bit too soft after a long day of riding.

On the other hand, the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 could benefit from more rebound in rough and undulating terrain. It also has a high price tag and above-average fuel consumption.

In conclusion, both the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 and the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 excels in terms of its chassis, ride aids, and overall versatility, while the Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 impresses with its powerful engine, responsive chassis, and extensive electronics package. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore92 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power170 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque121 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,158 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter50 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake65.3 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail105.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Cornering ABS, Radar cruise control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,572 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height870 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to890 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)238 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)260 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24.8 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentCornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022

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.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023

That the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally generally prefers the road to tough off-road terrain was already clear from the outset when we looked at the data sheet. That it nevertheless doesn't shy away from any adventure was also clear. But all the test riders were surprised and impressed by how confidently it copes with demanding passages. Despite 19-inch wheels and a lot of mass, it can do more than just gravel roads. Above all, the good electronics and the finely controllable engine make it manageable off-road. The natural limits of the off-road rumbler only become noticeable at high speeds due to the sagging suspension elements or in very rough trial passages due to the dwindling stability of the front wheel. If you can't forgive a touring enduro of this dimension, you're looking in the wrong segment.

Very potent, yet finely controllable V4 engine

Surprisingly easy to handle for the high weight

Powerful, yet sensitive brakes

Very responsive semi-active chassis

Extensive electronics package

Good ergonomics, even in standing off-road use

Cruise control with radar system

Good wind protection

Chassis could do with more rebound in rough, undulating terrain

High price

Above-average fuel consumption

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports vs Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 and a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 is about 71% higher. Compared to Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 2023 there are less Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 12 compared to 32. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally with 70 days compared to 116 days for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports and 9 reviews for the Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally since model year 2023. The first review for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports was published on 9/23/2019 and now has more than 109,400 views. This compares to more than 26,100 views for the first review on Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally published on 9/29/2022.

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