Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 vs. Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. However, they have some distinct differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the engines, the Honda Africa Twin is equipped with a 1084cc in-line twin-cylinder engine that produces 102 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger is powered by a 1160cc in-line three-cylinder engine that delivers 150 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque. While the Africa Twin offers a high-torque engine, the Tiger provides a silky yet powerful engine.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The Africa Twin's front suspension is provided by Showa and has a diameter of 45mm, while the Tiger's front suspension also comes from Showa but has a larger diameter of 49mm. Both motorcycles offer adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings for the suspension.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

When it comes to chassis, the Africa Twin has a steel double cradle frame with a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm. On the other hand, the Tiger features a steel tubular frame with a slightly steeper rake of 65.9 degrees and a trail of 120mm.

In terms of braking, both motorcycles have double disc brakes at the front. The Africa Twin's brake system is not specified further, while the Tiger's brake system is also not described in detail but is mentioned to be excellent.

Both motorcycles come with a range of advanced rider assistance systems. The Africa Twin offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Tiger, on the other hand, provides hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, collision warning, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, blind spot assist, and traction control.

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Africa Twin has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, a wheelbase of 1575mm, and a seat height that can be adjusted from 850mm to 870mm. The Tiger, on the other hand, has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, a wheelbase of 1560mm, and a seat height that can also be adjusted from 850mm to 870mm. The Africa Twin weighs 250kg (with ABS), while the Tiger weighs slightly more at 255kg (with ABS). The Tiger also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters compared to the Africa Twin's 24.8 liters.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles come with LED headlights. The Tiger offers additional features such as Bluetooth connectivity, heated grips, a keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, a heated seat, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen.

To summarize, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. The Africa Twin excels in terms of its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, and the wonderfully functioning DCT. It also offers good ergonomics and long-distance capability. On the other hand, the Tiger stands out with its silky yet powerful engine, semi-active chassis with a wide adjustment range, excellent brakes, and extensive equipment with many comfort features as standard. However, the Africa Twin has some weaknesses in terms of its not very clear and intuitive operating concept for the electronics and less robust handguards for off-road use. The Tiger, on the other hand, has limitations in terms of lean angle clearance, high-frequency vibrations at cruising speed, and slightly sluggish turn-in behavior with standard tires.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore90 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke60.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power150 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque130 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.1 Compression Ratio13.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,160 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake65.9 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter282 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle 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, Collision warning, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Blind Spot Assist, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
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 diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,256 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth982 mm
HeightHeight1,395 mmHeight1,497 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)250 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)255 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24.8 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

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 with good adjustment range

semi-active suspension close to perfection.

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

handguards not very robust for off-road use

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023

The Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer is a typical premium touring enduro, with very comprehensive equipment and real long-distance qualities. With regard to the competition, it may lack a bit of a unique selling point and also has some minor shortcomings, but no other big enduro offers such a good price-performance ratio. Buy it, put it on and ride off is the motto. The GT Explorer doesn't need dozens of ticks in the accessories catalogue, everything you need is already there.

Silky, yet powerful engine

Semi-active chassis with wide adjustment range

Excellent brakes

Comfortable ergonomics

Extensive equipment with many comfort features from standard.

Quite limited lean angle clearance

High-frequency vibrations at cruising speed

Slightly sluggish turn-in behaviour with standard tyres

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT vs Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 and a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 is about 32% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 2023 there are less Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer with 115 days compared to 124 days for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 25 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT and 8 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer since model year 2022. The first review for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT was published on 9/23/2019 and now has more than 109,400 views. This compares to more than 62,100 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Explorer published on 12/7/2021.

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