Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

The Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 are both excellent choices for enduro motorcycles, but they have some key differences.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S is equipped with a V4 engine with a displacement of 1158cc, producing an impressive 170 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT features an in-line twin-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1084cc, generating 102 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. While the Ducati offers more power, the Honda provides a high-torque engine that is suitable for off-road adventures.

Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions. The Ducati has four cylinders, while the Honda has two. The Ducati has a slightly larger bore of 83mm compared to the Honda's 92mm, but the Honda has a longer stroke of 81.5mm compared to the Ducati's 53.5mm.

In terms of suspension, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S features an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 50mm and a travel of 170mm at the front, and a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 180mm at the rear. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT also has an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 45mm and a travel of 230mm at the front, and a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 220mm at the rear. The Honda offers slightly more travel in both the front and rear suspension, making it more suitable for off-road riding.

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The Ducati features a monocoque frame type, while the Honda has a double cradle frame type. The Ducati has a rake of 65.5 degrees and a trail of 102.5mm, while the Honda has a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The Ducati comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The Honda also offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie, but does not have hill start assist or electronically adjustable suspension.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. The Ducati has a wheelbase of 1567mm, while the Honda has a wheelbase of 1575mm. The seat height of the Ducati is adjustable from 840mm to 860mm, while the Honda's seat height is adjustable from 850mm to 870mm. The Ducati has a kerb weight of 243kg, while the Honda has a kerb weight of 250kg. The Ducati has a fuel tank capacity of 22 liters, providing a range of 338km, while the Honda has a fuel tank capacity of 24.8 liters, providing a range of 516km. The combined fuel consumption of the Ducati is 6.5 l/100km, while the Honda's combined fuel consumption is 4.8 l/100km.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

In terms of equipment, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S comes with cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT features LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S offers unbelievably great handling with a neutral and harmonious feel, along with a powerful and controllable engine. It also has a pleasant seating position, good ergonomics, and a fascinating radar system. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT excels in its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, well-functioning DCT, and touch-screen color display. It also offers good ergonomics and long-distance capability, with a windshield that has a good adjustment range and semi-active suspension.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati Multistrada V4 S has above-average fuel consumption and its mobile phone connectivity is not well thought through. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT has an operating concept for the electronics that is not very clear and intuitive, and its handguards are not very robust for off-road use.

Overall, both the Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 and the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 are excellent choices for enduro motorcycles, offering different strengths and weaknesses. The Ducati provides exceptional handling and a powerful engine, while the Honda offers a high-torque engine and sophisticated electronic driving aids. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and specific needs.

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore83 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke53.5 mmStroke81.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power170 HPEngine power102 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio14 Compression Ratio10.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeDual-clutch
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,158 ccmDisplacement1,084 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter50 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel230 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel180 mmTravel220 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeMonocoqueFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake62.5 degree
TrailTrail102.5 mmTrail113 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter330 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Wave

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,567 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to860 mmSeat Height up to870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)243 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)250 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity24.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange338 kmRange516 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions162 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions110 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022

In numerous tests, the Multistrada had to hold its own against many opponents on extremely versatile terrain and was usually the fastest and overall best motorbike. Logically enough - it is also the most expensive motorbike in this class. The Ducati crew has poured all the high-quality ingredients into the motorbike that money can buy. These have been combined to create a harmonious overall package that rides incredibly well. A worthy winner of various comparative tests at a proud price.

Incredibly great handling - neutral, harmonious, easy to handle but still stable

Real enduro feeling in the saddle

Great brakes

Fascinating, impressively powerful engine

Engine power is wonderfully controllable thanks to great response behaviour

Comfortable seating position

Good ergonomics even when standing up

Fascinating radar system, which you like to use in practice on the motorway

Great wind protection

High stability even at high speeds

Power-saving and easy to ride

Above-average consumption

mobile phone connectivity not really thought through to the end

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports 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 with good adjustment range

semi-active suspension close to perfection.

Operating concept of the electronics not very clear and intuitive

handguards not very robust for off-road use

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada V4 S vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 and a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 is about 42% higher. Compared to Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT 2022 there are more Ducati Multistrada V4 S 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT with 124 days compared to 131 days for the Ducati Multistrada V4 S. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 21 reviews for the Ducati Multistrada V4 S and 25 reviews for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT since model year 2020. The first review for the Ducati Multistrada V4 S was published on 11/4/2020 and now has more than 54,300 views. This compares to more than 109,400 views for the first review on Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT published on 9/23/2019.

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