Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

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Overview - Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore92 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeDual-clutchTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel220 mmTravel169 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail113 mmTrail126 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, WaveTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter260 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 SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, 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
LengthLength2,330 mmLength2,390 mm
WidthWidth960 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,485 mmHeight1,505 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,595 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)242 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)252 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.8 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange391 kmRange200,000 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption0.01 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 range to include the DE model, Suzuki now has the right large V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will be staying almost exclusively on the road will find a reliable travelling companion in the standard model, but those who are less restricted in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find a good choice in the DE. The machine looks robust, is easy to ride and offers a high level of long-distance comfort. The weight is too high for very serious off-road use and the travel is too short. However, as with the standard model, the main selling point remains the marvellous engine, which leaves little to be desired with its rich torque.

powerful engine

simple but high-quality electronics package with intuitive operation

good ergonomics both sitting and standing

gravel mode for off-road beginners

off-road ABS function

balanced long-distance comfort

robust, tough and reliable

successful retro look

reasonable price

seems large and somewhat unwieldy when manoeuvring

above-average weight

travel could be greater

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

Price Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

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