Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs. Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

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Overview - Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 vs Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013 have inline engines. However, the Africa Twin has a larger bore and stroke, resulting in a displacement of 998cc compared to the Tiger Explorer's 1215cc. The Africa Twin has a slightly lower engine power of 95 HP compared to the Tiger Explorer's 137 HP, but it compensates with a higher torque of 98 Nm compared to the Tiger Explorer's 121 Nm. The Africa Twin uses a chain transmission, while the Tiger Explorer uses a prop shaft transmission. The Tiger Explorer has an additional cylinder, with three cylinders compared to the Africa Twin's two cylinders.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have front telescopic forks. The Africa Twin's front suspension is provided by Showa, while the Tiger Explorer's front suspension is provided by Kayaba. Both motorcycles offer preload adjustment for the front suspension. The rear suspension of both motorcycles is also provided by Showa and Kayaba respectively, with both offering preload and rebound adjustment.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Both motorcycles have a steel frame and double disk front brakes provided by Nissin. The Africa Twin offers advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control, while the Tiger Explorer only offers traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Africa Twin has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the Tiger Explorer's 19 inches. Both motorcycles have the same rear tire width of 150mm, but the Tiger Explorer has a smaller rear tire diameter of 17 inches compared to the Africa Twin's 18 inches. The Africa Twin has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1575mm compared to the Tiger Explorer's 1530mm. The Africa Twin also has a higher seat height of 850mm compared to the Tiger Explorer's 840mm. The Tiger Explorer has a higher kerb weight of 259kg compared to the Africa Twin's 232kg. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 18-20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Africa Twin 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 Tiger Explorer is praised for its powerful and lively engine and comfortable chassis.

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

However, the Africa Twin has some weaknesses, including not quite optimal wind protection, no cruise control, and the inability to switch off the ABS on the front wheel. The Tiger Explorer's main weakness is its high weight.

Overall, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and the Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013 both have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Africa Twin offers a reliable and comfortable ride with advanced features, while the Tiger Explorer boasts a powerful engine and comfortable chassis. The choice between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 compared to Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018
Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore85 mm
StrokeStroke75.1 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power137 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque121 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,215 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
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
LengthLength2,335 mmLength2,248 mm
WidthWidth875 mmWidth885 mm
HeightHeight1,475 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)259 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 Explorer 2013

Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013

The three-cylinder lacks a little pressure from the rev range, but it revs and shrieks out of the top like a three-headed hellhound. The XC version in particular is a real man's bike with a lot of power and mass.

Powerful and lively engine

comfortable chassis

high weight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin vs Triumph Tiger Explorer

There are a few key differences between a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 and a Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 is about 10% 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 110 USD for a Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013. Compared to Triumph Tiger Explorer 2013 there are more Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 9. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Tiger Explorer with 47 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 14 reviews for the Triumph Tiger Explorer since model year 2012. 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 13,600 views for the first review on Triumph Tiger Explorer published on 10/23/2011.

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