The new Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin has long been celebrated as a benchmark in the adventure motorcycle segment, blending off-road capability, on-road performance, and long-distance comfort in a remarkably well-rounded package. As the iconic Honda Africa Twin enters its 25th year, Honda has unveiled a range of bold updates that further enhance its adventurous spirit and striking good looks.
At the heart of the 25YM Honda updates lies a refreshed visual identity for the new Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin. The Honda Africa now boasts an all-new colour palette, with the standard Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin variant available in a choice of Grand Prix Red, Matt Ballistic Black Metallic, and the eye-catching Pearl Glare White with Pearl Hawkseye Blue Metallic Tricolour. This latter option, exclusive to the new Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin ES model, pays homage to the iconic tricolour schemes of the original Honda XRV750 Africa Twin.
The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports variant, meanwhile, can be specified in either the new Matt Iridium Gray Metallic or the Pearl Glare White (Tricolour) finish. Both options feature bolder, more prominent graphic sets that further accentuate the Honda Africa Twin rugged, rally-inspired styling.
While the mechanical underpinnings of the 25YM Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin remain largely unchanged, Honda has made subtle tweaks to enhance the bike's performance and handling characteristics. The 1,084cc parallel-twin engine continues to deliver a peak torque output of 112Nm and maximum power of 75kW, providing the perfect balance of exhilarating on-road performance and capable off-road prowess.
Chassis options across the range include the standard CRF1100L Africa Twin, the new Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin ES with Showa's Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (Showa EERATM) system, and the CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports variant, which boasts a 19-inch front wheel for improved on-road stability and off-road grip.
The Africa Twin name has a rich and storied history, dating back to the iconic XRV650 model that first rolled into Europe in the 1980s. When the CRF1000L Africa Twin was reintroduced in 2016, it quickly established itself as a market leader, becoming the second most popular model in the 1000cc+ adventure bike segment across Europe.
In fact, the Africa Twin has consistently been one of Honda's top-selling models, ranking within the top three best-sellers for 6 out of the 8 calendar years from 2016 to 2023. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the Honda Africs-Twin's versatility, reliability, and the emotional connection it has forged with adventure riders around the world.
The Honda Africa Twin's off-road prowess is equally impressive, with the Honda Africa Twin holding the record for the highest altitude ever reached by a twin-cylinder motorcycle - an astonishing 5,965 metres above sea level, set in 2017 on the Nevado Ojos del Salado volcano between Argentina and Chile.
Honda's dual-clutch transmission (DCT) option has also proven incredibly successful in the Africa Twin range, with more than half of all Adventure Sports variants sold since 2020 being specified with this innovative technology.
The new Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin has been the star of four highly successful Honda Adventure Roads expeditions, taking amateur riders on once-in-a-lifetime journeys spanning thousands of kilometres through some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes. From the rugged terrain of South Africa to the stunning fjords of Norway, the Iceland wilderness, and the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, the Honda Africa Twin has consistently proven itself as the ultimate adventure companion.
The 25YM Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin builds upon the model's rich heritage and well-earned reputation, delivering a bold new visual identity, refined performance, and a continued commitment to the spirit of adventure that has made this motorcycle a true icon in the segment. With its unparalleled capabilities, proven popularity, and the support of Honda's extensive adventure network, the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin is poised to continue its reign as one of the most sought-after adventure bikes on the market.
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