Honda NT1100 2022 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda NT1100 2022

Honda NT1100 2022

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

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Overview - Honda NT1100 2022 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

The Honda NT1100 2022 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 are both excellent motorcycles, but they have some notable differences.

In terms of engine and drive train, both models have an in-line engine with a bore of 92 mm. However, the NT1100 has a slightly larger stroke of 81.5 mm compared to the Africa Twin's 75.1 mm. The NT1100 also has a higher engine power of 102 HP and torque of 104 Nm, while the Africa Twin has 95 HP and 98 Nm respectively. Both models have an electric starter and chain transmission, as well as 2 cylinders. The NT1100 has a larger displacement of 1084 ccm, while the Africa Twin has 998 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both models have an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension from Showa. However, the NT1100 only has preload adjustment, while the Africa Twin has additional compression and rebound adjustments. Both models have a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock from Showa, and both offer preload adjustment.

Honda NT1100 2022

Honda NT1100 2022

In terms of chassis, both models have a steel frame. The NT1100 has double disk brakes with a diameter of 310 mm at the front, while the Africa Twin has the same setup. Both models have advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. However, the NT1100 also offers riding modes, ride by wire, cruise control, and anti-wheelie assistance, which the Africa Twin lacks.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the NT1100 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the Africa Twin has a width of 90 mm and a diameter of 21 inches. The rear tire width is 180 mm for the NT1100 and 150 mm for the Africa Twin, both with a diameter of 17 inches for the rear. The NT1100 has a wheelbase of 1535 mm, while the Africa Twin has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1575 mm. The seat height is 820 mm for the NT1100 and 850 mm for the Africa Twin. The dry weight with ABS is 238 kg for the NT1100 and 212 kg for the Africa Twin. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of around 18-20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the NT1100 offers extensive standard equipment, perfect wind and weather protection, a great engine, and is suitable for long distances. It also has comfortable seating and integration with Apple Carplay and Android Auto. The suspension setup is coherent and well-tuned.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

On the other hand, the Africa Twin has a reliable engine, a comfortable seating position, a well-tuned chassis, and good looks. It also has good brakes and offers optional DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) and performance modes.

In terms of weaknesses, the NT1100 lacks an IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), has dull color variants, and does not offer an option for an e-chassis. The Africa Twin does not have optimal wind protection, lacks cruise control, and the ABS on the front wheel cannot be switched off.

Overall, both the Honda NT1100 2022 and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 are excellent motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The NT1100 is more focused on touring and long-distance riding, while the Africa Twin is more of an enduro motorcycle.

Technical Specifications Honda NT1100 2022 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Honda NT1100 2022
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore92 mm
StrokeStroke81.5 mmStroke75.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power102 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque104 NmTorque98 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement1,084 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountPro-Link
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,335 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth875 mm
HeightHeight1,360 mmHeight1,475 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,535 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)238 kgDry Weight (with ABS)212 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20.4 lFuel Tank Capacity18.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda NT1100 2022

Honda NT1100 2022

The NT1100 has the potential to be a big hit in the travel segment. Honda has done its homework brilliantly in many areas. The final consistency on the subject of safety features prevents an even better rating of the tourer. Nevertheless, it is one of the best touring motorbikes I have ever ridden. A little courage for additional equipment variants and more colour could bring the NT 2023 right to the front.

Extensive standard equipment

perfect wind and weather protection

great engine

suitable for long distances

comfortable

Apple Carplay and Android Auto integration

suspension set-up coherent

No IMU

dull colour variants

no option for e-chassis

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda NT1100 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

There are a few key differences between a Honda NT1100 2022 and a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Honda NT1100 2022 is about 16% higher. A Honda NT1100 2022 experiences a loss of 600 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 720 USD for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018. Compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018 there are less Honda NT1100 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a Honda NT1100 with 75 days compared to 99 days for a Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the Honda NT1100 and 47 reviews for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin since model year 2015. The first review for the Honda NT1100 was published on 10/21/2021 and now has more than 73,700 views. This compares to more than 13,600 views for the first review on Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin published on 5/12/2015.

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