Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 vs. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

In terms of engine and drive train, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 features an in-line three-cylinder engine with a displacement of 888ccm, delivering 95.2 HP of power and 87 Nm of torque. It has an electric starter and a chain transmission. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022 is equipped with an in-line two-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1084ccm, producing 102 HP of power and 105 Nm of torque. It also has an electric starter and a chain transmission.

Both motorcycles have similar front suspensions, with upside-down telescopic forks from Showa, 45mm in diameter, and offering a travel of 230mm. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a front suspension travel of 240mm and offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT has a slightly shorter front suspension travel of 230mm and also provides adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

For the rear suspension, both motorcycles feature swing arms with monoshock absorbers from Showa. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a rear suspension travel of 230mm and offers adjustment options for preload and rebound. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT, on the other hand, has a slightly shorter rear suspension travel of 220mm and also provides adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have steel frames. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a tubular frame type with a rake of 65.6 degrees and a trail of 145.8mm. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT has a double cradle frame type with a rake of 62.5 degrees and a trail of 113mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk front brakes. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro does not specify the type of front brakes, while the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT mentions double disk brakes.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer various features. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro includes riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT, on the other hand, offers ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. However, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT has a slightly larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the 17 inches of the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. The wheelbase of the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT is also slightly longer at 1574mm, while the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a wheelbase of 1551mm. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850mm, which can be adjusted up to 870mm. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters, while the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT has a fuel tank capacity of 18.8 liters.

Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles offer LED headlights and TFT displays. The Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro also includes LED daytime running lights and heated seats, while the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT features Bluetooth connectivity in addition to its other equipment.

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 stands out for its three-cylinder engine, practical off-road performance, comfortable suspension elements, quickshifter with blipper, generous standard equipment including heated seats, good ergonomics, wind and weather protection, and long-distance capability. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022 excels in its high-torque engine, sophisticated electronic driving aids, wonderfully functioning DCT, touch-screen color display, good ergonomics, and long-distance capability. It also has a windshield that is perfect for off-roading.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2021 has handguards that are not very robust for off-road use, a flood of switches on the left handlebar, and an overall large and ponderous appearance. The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin DCT 2022 also has handguards that are not very robust for off-road use, an electronic operating concept that requires familiarization and close examination due to the flood of switches, and a windshield that offers manageable protection.