Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

The Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer impressive performance and advanced features.

In terms of engine specifications, the Pan America 1250 Special is equipped with a V-twin engine with a displacement of 1252cc, producing 150 horsepower and 127 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Africa Twin DCT features an in-line twin engine with a displacement of 1084cc, delivering 102 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. Both bikes have electric starters and chain transmissions.

When it comes to suspension, the Pan America 1250 Special is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 47mm and a travel of 191mm in the front, while the rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 191mm. The Africa Twin DCT features an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 230mm in the front, and a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 220mm in the rear.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

In terms of chassis, the Pan America 1250 Special features an aluminum frame with a double cradle design, a rake of 65 degrees, and a trail of 157mm. On the other hand, the Africa Twin DCT has a steel frame with a double cradle design, a rake of 62.5 degrees, and a trail of 113mm.

Both motorcycles are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. The Pan America 1250 Special also offers suspension that is electronically adjustable, while the Africa Twin DCT features anti-wheelie control.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Pan America 1250 Special has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1585mm, a seat height of 850mm, and a kerb weight (with ABS) of 258kg. The fuel tank capacity is 21.2 liters, providing a range of 432km with a combined fuel consumption of 4.9 l/100km. The Africa Twin DCT, on the other hand, has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1574mm, a seat height of 850mm, and a kerb weight (with ABS) of 236kg. The fuel tank capacity is 18.8 liters, providing a range of 391km with a combined fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100km.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles offer Bluetooth and connectivity features, LED headlights, and TFT displays. The Pan America 1250 Special also includes additional features such as heated grips, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, and an adjustable windscreen. The Africa Twin DCT, on the other hand, features a touch-screen color display.

In terms of strengths, the Pan America 1250 Special offers a sporty powerplant, comfortable seating position, good pillion suitability, extensive electronics, an original HD pannier system, wind protection, and good off-road characteristics. The Africa Twin DCT boasts a high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, a wonderfully functioning DCT, good ergonomics, and long-distance capability. The Pan America 1250 Special has the weaknesses of engine heat in city mode and the unavailability of a quickshifter, while the Africa Twin DCT has the weaknesses of less robust standard handguards for off-road use, a complex electronic operating concept, and a windshield that offers limited protection.

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore105 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke72 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque127 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeDual-clutch
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,252 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter47 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel191 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel191 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail157 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter280 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,270 mmLength2,330 mm
WidthWidth965 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,510 mmHeight1,395 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,585 mmWheelbase1,574 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)258 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)236 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21.2 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange432 kmRange391 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

To sum up, in everyday and touring use we can say what our first impression already told us: the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special is a touring enduro that can do what a big, strong touring enduro must be able to do in 2021. With enough space for two, with the possibility to leave the beaten track sometimes. Of course, you will hardly tackle the wildest off-road passages with it. But what the rider dares to do on a motorbike of this weight class is more pleasant for the passenger than on many competitors, thanks to the excellent electronic suspension on the Harley. And if pillion skipped the one or other creek crossing, it was only to take photos. And not to get her feet wet. Because even the most modern electronics can't prevent that, but that's what makes such adventure bikes so much fun. It is only when it is dirty that it is identified as such, even in front of the ice cream parlour.

Sporty powerplant

comfortable seating position

good pillion suitability

extensive electronics

original HD pannier system

wind protection

cornering ABS standard

cornering TC standard

optional seat lowering when stationary

good off-road characteristics.

Engine heat in city mode

quickshifter not available

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 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 perfect for off-roading

Standard handguards not very robust for off-road use

Electronic operating concept requires familiarisation and close examination - keyword: flood of switches

Windshield offers manageable protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT

There are a few key differences between a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 is about 46% higher. Compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022 there are more Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 11 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special with 78 days compared to 143 days for a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 18 reviews for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special and 17 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT since model year 2020. The first review for the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special was published on 2/22/2021 and now has more than 61,800 views. This compares to more than 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT published on 9/23/2019.

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