Trail – Africa Twin 2016 test: Honda takes back from the desert – The rivals of the Africa Twin 2016

Africa Twin 2016 test: Honda takes over from the desert

Trail - Africa Twin 2016 test: Honda takes back from the desert - The rivals of the Africa Twin 2016

Basically, a trail is a motorcycle that is easy to handle and comfortable on all terrains. Honda revives its famous Africa Twin to reconnect with this concept abandoned by (over) powerful and bulky road maxi-trails. 2016 CRF1000L Review.

The rivals of the Africa Twin 2016

Due to its intermediate displacement – between 800 cc and 1200cc – the CRF1000L Africa Twin occupies an intermediate position in the trail range. Its assertive off-road orientation also distinguishes it from many existing models, most of which receive a front rim in 19 inches, or even 17 inches in the case of the .

However, its consequent weight is above the displacements of less than 1000 cc, especially with the optional center stand. And if we opt for the DCT double clutch, its 242 kg even raise it to the height (heaviness?) Of several maxi-trails of more than 1000 cc. Ultimately, the Honda can therefore be opposed to many rivals, of which here is a non-exhaustive list….

  • Africa Twin : 2 cyl. online, 95 hp and 98 Nm, 232 kg (242 DCT) – € 12,999 (€ 13,999 DCT)

  • : 2-cyl. flat, 125 hp and 125 Nm, 238 kg – € 16,105

  • : 2-cyl. in-line, 85 hp and 83 Nm, 214 kg – € 11,505

  • : 2-cyl. in V, 160 hp and 136 Nm, 254 kg – € 21,590

  • : 4-cyl. in V, 129 hp and 126 Nm, 275 kg – € 14,699

  • (17 inches): 4-cyl. online, 120 hp and 95 Nm, 250 kg – € 12,999

  • : 2-cyl. in V, 150 hp and 125 Nm, 230 kg – € 15,795

  • : 2-cyl in V, 95 hp and 107 Nm, 230 kg – € 12,900

  • : 2 cyl. in V, 105 hp and 113 Nm, 257 kg – € 14,999

  • : 2 cyl. in V, 100 hp and 103 Nm, 228 kg – € 12,499

  • (2015): 3-cyl. in line, 137 hp and 121 Nm, 259 kg – € 15,190

  • (with 21 spoke rims at the front): 3-cyl. in line, 95 hp and 79 Nm, 221 kg – € 12,700

  • : 2 cyl. online, 106.2 hp and 117 Nm, 265 kg – € 15,999

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