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2016 Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L

Same video but with commentary from people that developed it

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some people are already writing it off due to it's weight, but remember the super tenere is the heaviest in it's class and was one of the best off roads machines despite the weight, losing to ktm
 
vrus said:
some people are already writing it off due to it's weight, but remember the super tenere is the heaviest in it's class and was one of the best off roads machines despite the weight, losing to ktm
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Their loss, writing it off due to weight without a weight spec being released is silly. (nevermind lol see below)

From Honda Portugal:

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ugh is that correct... 71 ft-lb at 6000 RPM and 94HP...?

Also roughly 511 pounds.
 
silverbullet132 said:
Did you really expect it to beat your enduro r? lol
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Ha.... I was just expecting a little bit more, closer to the GSA. I am keeping an eye on it anyways.

Really leery of DCT though.... The real question, will it have cruise control!? ;)
 
Chasem said:
Ha.... I was just expecting a little bit more, closer to the GSA. I am keeping an eye on it anyways.
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It is still lighter vs the GSA, by 13lb or so. Changing the exhaust etc will bring the AT much closer to 470-480lb.
 
I've used the DCT on the VFR-1200 and it sucked in full auto tho was okay on paddle shift mode.

I serious off road without a clutch tho.....that's a big time gamble.
 
MacDoc said:
I've used the DCT on the VFR-1200 and it sucked in full auto tho was okay on paddle shift mode.

I serious off road without a clutch tho.....that's a big time gamble.
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So far the AT has apparently done a lot better with its DCT.
 
Chasem said:
ugh is that correct... 71 ft-lb at 6000 RPM and 94HP...?

Also roughly 511 pounds.
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Yeah...and a seat height of 47"...

When is *someone* going to put out a sweet ADV (*other than* the tired old Vstrom 650) that people under a 36" inseam can ride for Christmassake???

It's not just the short male market that's missing out, but also all those female riders looking for ADV options, too.

I'd be more excited to see the Yamaha FJ-09 come out with a full set of metal hardcases, bash plate, Dunlop Trailmax tires, an extended windscreen, bigger fuel tank and halogens next year than the Africa Twin, truth be told - as much as I LOVE everything Honda...

Focus group of one.
 
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Sukiyaki said:
Yeah...and a seat height of 47"...

When is *someone* going to put out a sweet ADV (*other than* the tired old Vstrom 650) that people under a 36" inseam can ride for Christmassake???

It's not just the short male market that's missing out, but also all those female riders looking for ADV options, too.

I'd be more excited to see the Yamaha FJ-09 come out with a full set of metal hardcases, bash plate, Dunlop Trailmax tires, an extended windscreen, bigger fuel tank and halogens next year than the Africa Twin, truth be told - as much as I LOVE everything Honda...

Focus group of one.
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Where did you see a seat height of 47"? Spec i saw said 35in or so, and 33in in the lower position.
 
€12,100 is like $17342.69 CDN.... Now add freight, PDI...... :lmao:

I wonder if the price will be adjusted for the Canadian market.
 
Here is the press release from Honda: http://hondanews.eu/eu/en/motorcycl...58407/the-new-16ym-honda-crf1000l-africa-twin

[h=1]The new 16YM Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin[/h]News Release
Friday 24[SUP]th[/SUP] July, 2015, 9:00am CET
The new 16YM Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

  • Further details of Honda’s new 1000cc adventure motorcycle featuring an all-new, compact parallel twin engine with 70kW power and 98Nm torque.
  • Engine packaged in compact, lightweight frame to offer outstanding off-road performance, touring comfort and agile handling for everyday use.
  • New DCT functionality, switchable ABS and multi-mode HSTC available for optimal traction both off and on-road.
  • Four colour schemes to be available including CRF Rally and Tricolour.
  • First studio and location photography.
Honda is pleased to announce further technical details of the new CRF1000L Africa Twin, which will be in Honda showrooms across Europe in late 2015. Like its celebrated forerunners, the CRF1000L Africa Twin is thoroughly equipped for true adventure, with a potent engine and dynamic chassis ready to cover continents on or off-road.
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CRF1000L Africa Twin – CRF Rally colour​
From the start of the CRF1000L Africa Twin project there was one motorcycle that consistently impressed with its balance of usability, poise and handling, on road and in the dirt – the seminal XRV750 Africa Twin. It proved a worthwhile benchmark, even when set against today’s myriad choice of adventure motorcycles. The machine that now bears its name may share no common part with the old model but it inherits to the full the essence and spirit of what made the XRV750 Africa Twin so good.
The “go anywhere” approach starts with the engine, which has to perform in off-road situations as well as on-road long-range touring, and all points in between. The CRF1000L Africa Twin’s 1000cc parallel twin power plant draws heavily on Honda’s off-road race experience in the form of the CRF250R/450R competition machines, and uses the same four-valve Unicam head design for compact overall dimensions. A lightweight cast camshaft – using the same materials as the CBR1000RR Fireblade – operates the valve train, and twin spark plugs fire the fuel/air mixture in each combustion chamber.
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 Strong and linear power and torque deliver instant response anywhere in the rev-range – accompanied by a satisfying, characterful deep growl as rpm rises. A 270° phased crankshaft gives the power delivery a distinct character as well delivering excellent feel for rear wheel traction. Biaxial primary balance shafts cancel vibration.
The engine’s short height contributes to the CRF1000L Africa Twin’s excellent ground clearance – another prerequisite for a true adventure machine. It also uses clever packaging of componentry to both dynamic and aesthetic effect. The water pump is housed within the clutch casing, and the water and oil pumps are driven by a shared balancer shaft. Further reducing engine size is the lower crankcase design, which stores the oil and houses the pressure-fed pump.
The lightweight six-speed manual gearbox uses the same shift-cam design as found on the CRF250R/450R to ensure positive changes and is equipped with an assist slipper clutch.
For the CRF1000L Africa Twin’s chassis three key attributes – highlights of the original XRV750 – were targeted: off-road performance, touring comfort and the everyday agility that makes for a great all-rounder or day-to-day commuter.
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A steel semi-double cradle frame provides the perfect balance of high-speed stability – also while fully loaded – matched to genuine off-road ability, agility and sheer strength. Mass centralisation – with items like the battery packaged at the rear of the cylinder head – contributes to a low centre of gravity.
The long-travel Showa inverted forks are fully adjustable and feature dual radial-mount Nissin four-piston brake calipers and 310mm ‘wave’ style floating discs. The Showa rear shock has hydraulic spring preload adjustment. Like the CRF450R Rally, the CRF1000L Africa Twin uses 21/18-inch front rear spoked wheels, wearing 90/90-21 and 150/70-18 tyres.
Following its design theme of “unlimited adventure”, the Africa Twin is styled with minimum bodywork in a tough, lightweight form that offers both weather protection for the rider and a slim, agile feel. Dual headlights maintain the original’s signature presence and the seat height adjusts 20mm to either 870mm or 850mm. A large18.8-litre fuel tank – coupled with the engine’s fuel efficiency – provides a range of up to 400km.
To tailor the overall electronics package to capably tackle any conditions on or off-road, the Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)* system offers three levels of control, and it is possible for the rider to turn off the ABS* system for the rear wheel.
The CRF1000L Africa Twin will be available in four colour options: CRF Rally, Tricolour, Silver and Black.
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CRF1000L Africa Twin – CRF Rally and Tricolour​
There will be several versions of the CRF1000L Africa Twin, with prices starting from €12,100 (prices vary according to local taxes).
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) for adventure
Honda’s unique Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) will be available as an option on the CRF1000L Africa Twin, with the use of a common crankcase keeping the width the same as the manual transmission version.
It features the standard manual mode – allowing the rider to operate gear shifts through triggers on the left handlebar – and two automatic modes. D mode offers the best balance of fuel economy and comfort cruising. S mode has now been revised to give extra levels of sports performance, with three different shift patterns to choose from: S1, S2 and S3.
Of course, DCT for the CRF1000L Africa Twin is also fully equipped to operate in an adventure environment, with off-road functionality enhanced by the G switch positioned on the right side of the instrument panel. Pushing the G switch in any riding mode improves traction and machine control – all-important for off-road riding – by reducing the amount of clutch slip during gear changes.
Further new functionality for the DCT system comes in the form of incline detection, by means of which the gear shift pattern is adapted depending on the grade of any incline to provide optimum control.
* HSTC and ABS not available on base version; equipped as standard on ABS and DCT versions.
Main technical specifications
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve Parallel Twin with 270° crank and uni-cam
Engine Displacement
998cm[SUP]3[/SUP]
Max. Power Output
70kW/7,500rpm (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque
98Nm/6,000rpm (95/1/EC)
Bore & Stroke
92.0 & 75.1mm
Clutch
Wet, multiplate with coil springs, Aluminium Cam Assist and Slipper clutch
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Gearbox / Transmission Type
Constant mesh 6-speed MT / 6-speed DCT with on and off-road riding modes
Honda Selectable Torque Control System (HSTC)
* HSTC 3-levels + Switch Off (*ABS & DCT models only, not on STD model)
Frame Type
Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear subframe
Turning Radius
2.5m
Dry Weight
208kg (STD), 212 kg (ABS), 222kg (DCT)
Kerb Weight
228kg (STD), 232 kg (ABS), 242kg (DCT)
Fuel Capacity
18.8 litres
Length x Width x Height
2,335 x 875 x 1,475mm (STD), 2,335 x 930 x 1,475mm (ABS/DCT)
Wheelbase
1,575mm
Seat Height (STD position / Low position)
870/850mm
Ground Clearance
250mm
ABS system type
ABS* 2-Channel with rear ABS off switch (* ABS & DCT models only, not on STD model)
Brakes Front
310mm dual wave floating hydraulic disc with aluminium hub and radial fit 4-piston calipers (*ABS) and sintered metal pads
Brakes Rear
256mm wave hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper (*ABS) and sintered metal pads. Also Lever-Lock Type Parking Brake System on DCT model.
Wheels Front
Wire spoke with aluminium rim
Wheels Rear
Wire spoke with aluminium rim
Rim Size Front
21M/C x MT2.15
Rim Size Rear
18M/C x MT4.00
Tyres Front
90/90-R21 tube type
Tyres Rear
150/70-R18 tube type
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Seems like a decent bike, I also wonder what the price will be... just out of curiosity, I won't be buying it.
 
http://motorcycle.honda.ca/model/adventure/africatwin

Only Dakar Rally, Black, and Silver available in Canada/USA. ABS comes standard, DCT is silver model only. No RWB kills this bike for me, but if that euro price is not adjusted that will be the final nail in the coffin (atleast until one popped up really cheap used)

Edit: USA does not get black, only Dakar rally or Silver
 
silverbullet132 said:
Where did you see a seat height of 47"? Spec i saw said 35in or so, and 33in in the lower position.
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I was being sarcastic. No bike has a 47" seat height.

it was intended as a dig at all the ADV bikes manufacturers are putting out with astronomical seat heights with the excuse of requiring ground clearance when most people don't really need it.

the 650 vstrom is fully capable off road and the multistrada seems to be the new way forward - ADV-ish, about 80/20 road/off-road, with more accessible ergonomics...
 
Is there any reason for the multistrada pegs only hinging vertically? Digs into your ankles at Red lights/stops

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Europe today

Friday 24th July, 2015, 9:00am CET

The new 16YM Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Further details of Honda’s new 1000cc adventure motorcycle featuring an all-new, compact parallel twin engine with 70kW power and 98Nm torque.
Engine packaged in compact, lightweight frame to offer outstanding off-road performance, touring comfort and agile handling for everyday use.
New DCT functionality, switchable ABS and multi-mode HSTC available for optimal traction both off and on-road.
Four colour schemes to be available including CRF Rally and Tricolour.
First studio and location photography.
Honda is pleased to announce further technical details of the new CRF1000L Africa Twin, which will be in Honda showrooms across Europe in late 2015. Like its celebrated forerunners, the CRF1000L Africa Twin is thoroughly equipped for true adventure, with a potent engine and dynamic chassis ready to cover continents on or off-road.
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The new 16YM Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin



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