Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020
Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020
In terms of engine and drive train, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 features an in-line engine with a bore of 92 mm and a stroke of 75.1 mm. It has an engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 98 Nm. The starter is electric and the transmission is chain-driven. It has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 998 ccm. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 has a V-type engine with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 66 mm. It has an engine power of 107 HP and a torque of 100 Nm. The starter is electric and the transmission is also chain-driven. It has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1037 ccm.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 uses Showa brand for the front suspension, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 uses Kayaba brand. Both motorcycles offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound in the front suspension. However, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 only offers preload and rebound adjustment in the rear suspension.
In terms of chassis, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 has a steel frame, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 has an aluminum frame. This may affect the weight and overall handling of the motorcycles.
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front and come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1575 mm and a seat height of 850 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 232 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 18.8 liters. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1555 mm and a slightly higher seat height of 855 mm. The kerb weight, including ABS, is 236 kg and it has a slightly larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 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 Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 is praised for its great V2 engine that performs well in practice, good wind protection, pleasant seating comfort, and great long-distance capability.
However, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 has some weaknesses, including not quite optimal wind protection, lack of cruise control, and the inability to switch off ABS on the front wheel. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 has some deficits in equipment, with some details from the XT version being missed.
In conclusion, both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 have their own strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities in terms of engine performance, comfort, handling, and features.
Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020
In 2020, the V-Strom was improved in a number of ways. The look now fits the great motorbike better and also exudes more attention to detail. The heart of the bike, the engine, is still just as much fun as before. A great power unit! It doesn't overtax, but provides a lot of riding pleasure! It is suitable for everyday use, but also offers a lot of charisma!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050
There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 is about 4% higher. A Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 experiences a loss of 720 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 270 USD for a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 there are more Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 6. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin with 99 days compared to 127 days for a Suzuki V-Strom 1050. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin and 10 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 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 104,400 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1050 published on 1/30/2020.
