Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 are both popular enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 is equipped with a 998cc in-line, 2-cylinder engine that delivers 95 horsepower and 98 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 features a slightly smaller 888cc in-line, 3-cylinder engine that produces 95.2 horsepower and 87 Nm of torque. Both engines are reliable and provide sufficient power for off-road adventures.

In terms of suspension, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 comes with a Showa upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a Showa monoshock at the rear. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. Similarly, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 is equipped with a Marzocchi upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a Marzocchi monoshock at the rear. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, rebound, and preload. Both motorcycles offer excellent suspension systems that can handle various terrains.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

When it comes to brakes, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 features double disk brakes at the front with Nissin brand, while the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 is equipped with Brembo double disk brakes at the front. Both motorcycles offer reliable braking performance.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 comes with ABS and traction control. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 offers a more comprehensive range of advanced rider assistance systems, including suspension electronically adjustable, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. This gives the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 an edge in terms of technological advancements.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is 1575mm, and the seat height ranges from 850mm to 870mm. The dry weight with ABS is 212kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 18.8 liters. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1556mm, and the seat height ranges from 810mm to 830mm. The dry weight with ABS is 198kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. Both motorcycles offer comfortable seating positions and suitable dimensions for off-road adventures.

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

In terms of strengths, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 is praised 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 GT Pro 2020 is known for its three-cylinder engine full of character, agile turn-in behavior, quickshifter as standard, electronically adjustable suspension strut, generous standard equipment, good ergonomics, good wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability.

However, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 does have some weaknesses, including not quite optimal wind protection, the absence of cruise control, and the inability to switch off the ABS on the front wheel. On the other hand, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 has a flood of switches on the left handlebar, which can be overwhelming for some riders.

In conclusion, both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 are capable enduro motorcycles with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

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
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandMarzocchi
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 SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width100 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 diameter17 inch
WidthWidth875 mmWidth930 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,556 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to870 mmSeat Height up to830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)212 kgDry Weight (with ABS)198 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 GT Pro 2020

Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020

Good things take time, they say. Triumph has kept to this and with the Tiger 900 GT Pro has put a motorbike on the cast rims that continues the long, successful path of the 800 with many detail improvements and is just as much a practical everyday motorbike as it is for extended tours and trips. The Triple has become sharper and yet is still a harmonious unit with which even beginners can do no wrong without boring the experienced motorcyclist. And that's thanks to sufficient suspension travel on roads of the most varied qualities as well as quite moderate off-road passages. There was little to complain about in our first impression, but we will certainly take a closer look at the Tiger.

Three-cylinder engine full of character

agile turn-in behaviour

quickshifter as standard

electronically adjustable suspension strut

generous standard equipment

good ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

long-distance capability.

Flood of switches on the left handlebar

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

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 is about 14% higher. Compared to Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 2020 there are more Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro with 88 days compared to 99 days for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and 10 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 900 GT 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 GT Pro published on 12/3/2019.

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