Honda has now launched its most popular adventure bike the 2027 CRF1150L Africa Twin in three different variants Standard, Adventure Sports and the new Enduro Sports. Although all three bikes share the same big and powerful engine, their suspension, wheels, fuel tank and electronic features are tailored to suit different riding needs.
Powerful engine and features
All three variants of the 2027 Africa Twin now get a new 1,131cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine in place of the old 1,084cc. This engine generates 117 hp of power and 119 Nm of torque, which is much higher than before. Riders get a choice of a 6-speed manual or Honda’s special Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). For better balance, a new steel frame and sub-tank have been provided under the seat. Apart from this, modern features like 7-inch TFT touchscreen, 5.7-inch secondary display, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and USB-C charger are common to all three.
standard type
The standard variant is the most balanced of the three models. It has 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels, 18.8-litre fuel tank and electronically adjustable Showa suspension. Its seat height ranges between 850mm to 870mm and weight starts at 237 kg (manual). The handlebars have been raised slightly and the footpegs have been tapered for a comfortable ride.
adventure games
If you love long journeys on the highway, adventure sports are made for you. It has the largest fuel tank of 24.2-litres, 19-inch front wheel for better road grip and the lowest seat height of 830mm-850mm. It also has the option of ‘Honda Sensing Ride’ with hill-hold assist, which offers safety features like radar-assisted adaptive cruise control, blind-spot and collision warning.
Enduro Sports
Enduro Sports is the newest in the lineup. Inspired by Honda’s rally bikes, this model features a high front fender and a stunning racing color scheme. It is specially designed for paved and rocky roads. Instead of electronic, it gets manual adjustable long-travel suspension and a high ground clearance of 260mm. It is Africa’s lightest twin at 228 kg, although radar protection features have been removed to keep the weight down.
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