Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Overview - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Technical Specifications Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	48.5 mm	Stroke	81.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	217 HP	Engine power	102 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	12,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.4	Compression Ratio	10.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	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	1,000 ccm	Displacement	1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Travel	Travel	137 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	62.5 degree
Trail	Trail	102 mm	Trail	113 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Wave

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	200 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,100 mm	Length	2,330 mm
Width	Width	745 mm	Width	960 mm
Height	Height	1,140 mm	Height	1,395 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,455 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	201 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	226 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020

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 (option)

touch-screen colour display

good ergonomics

long-distance capability

windshield perfect for off-roading

Flood of buttons on left handlebar not very clear

handguards not very robust for off-road use

windshield offers manageable protection

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

Price Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade

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Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

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Overview - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade 2023 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 2020