Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 is equipped with an in-line engine that provides a reliable and consistent performance. With a bore of 92 mm and stroke of 75.1 mm, this engine delivers a power output of 95 HP and a torque of 98 Nm. The electric starter ensures easy and convenient starting, while the chain transmission offers smooth and efficient power transfer. The bike features a two-cylinder configuration and a displacement of 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Africa Twin is equipped with a Showa upside-down telescopic fork at the front, which can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a Showa monoshock, also adjustable for compression, preload, and rebound. The steel frame provides a sturdy and reliable chassis for the bike.

The braking system on the Africa Twin includes double disk brakes at the front, branded by Nissin. The bike is also equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control, enhancing safety and stability during rides. The front tire has a diameter of 21 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase measures 1575 mm, and the seat height ranges from 850 mm to 870 mm. The dry weight of the bike, including ABS, is 212 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 18.8 liters.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 also features an in-line engine, but with a different configuration. The bore measures 78 mm, and the stroke is 61.9 mm. This three-cylinder engine delivers a slightly higher power output of 95.2 HP and a torque of 87 Nm. The electric starter ensures easy starting, and the chain transmission provides efficient power transfer. The displacement of the engine is 888 ccm.

The suspension system on the Tiger 900 Rally Pro includes a Showa upside-down telescopic fork at the front, which can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a Showa monoshock, adjustable for preload and rebound. The steel frame provides a solid foundation for the bike's chassis.

The braking system on the Tiger 900 Rally Pro features double disk brakes at the front, branded by Brembo. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, this bike offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control, enhancing safety and performance. The front tire has a diameter of 21 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1551 mm, and the seat height ranges from 850 mm to 870 mm. The dry weight of the bike, including ABS, is 201 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 20 liters.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

In terms of strengths, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 is known for its reliable engine, comfortable seating position, well-tuned chassis, good looks, good brakes, optional DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission), and performance modes. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 is praised for its three-cylinder engine full of character, significantly improved off-road capability, comfortable suspension elements, quickshifter with blipper as standard, generous standard equipment (including heated seats for rider and pillion passenger), good ergonomics, and good wind and weather protection. Both bikes offer long-distance capability.

However, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 has some weaknesses, including not quite optimal wind protection, lack of cruise control, and the inability to switch off the ABS on the front wheel. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022, on the other hand, has weaknesses such as less robust handguards for off-road use and a flood of switches on the left handlebar.

In conclusion, while both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 offer impressive features and capabilities, they have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preferences and specific needs when choosing between these two enduro motorcycles.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke61.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque87 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement888 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 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
WidthWidth875 mmWidth935 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,452 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,551 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)212 kgDry Weight (with ABS)201 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

The new Africa Twin has come exactly as fans expected: Well controllable, unagitated and a wonderful travelling companion. The fact that it also looks extremely good was a pleasant bonus. So there is no reason to fundamentally change the Africa Twin, what was good remains good on the new one - and much has been improved. Thanks to Ride by Wire, you can now also enjoy performance modes on the Africa Twin, and the traction control can be adjusted 7-fold (instead of 3-fold previously) and switched off. The optional DCT is still a big hit and a lot of fun, but it also costs a lot.

Reliable engine

comfortable seating position

well-tuned chassis

good looks

good brakes

optional DCT

performance modes

not quite optimal wind protection

no cruise control

ABS on front wheel cannot be switched off

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022

It's impressive how well the bike manages the balancing act between on- and off-road, doing exactly what a touring enduro should be able to do, or what you still want to do with a touring enduro. And it does so with a degree of maturity that is astonishing for a new model and shows that Triumph has done its homework and has sensibly further developed the already underrated Tiger 800. Even if some die-hard Tiger fans may miss the now less pronounced, typical whistle of the three-cylinder. The question of whether the Tiger 900 Rally Pro is ready for the road can only be answered with a "when do you want to go again?

Three-cylinder engine full of character

significantly improved off-road capability

comfortable suspension elements

Quickshifter with blipper as standard

generous standard equipment, even heated seats for rider and pillion passenger

good ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

Long-distance capability

Handguards not very robust for off-road use

Flood of switches on the left handlebar

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 is about 31% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2022 there are less Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin with 99 days compared to 116 days for a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and 22 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin was published on 5/12/2015 and now has more than 13,600 views. This compares to more than 65,300 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro published on 12/3/2019.

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