Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin
- Production years
- 2018–2022
- Brand
- Honda
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Selected year: 2022
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,084 cm³
- Power
- 101 hp (75 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 226 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
Overview
The Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin is an adventure motorcycle in the CRF family, produced from 2018 through 2022. The 2022 model has a 1084.0 cm³ liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke engine producing 101 hp (75 kW) and 105.0 Nm of torque at 6250 rpm, with a wet weight of 226.0 kg.
For 2022, engine capacity increased from 998.0 cm³ and torque from 98.0 Nm on the 2021 model, giving the newer engine more torque at its peak. The 850 mm seat and 226.0 kg wet weight can make stopping and low-speed maneuvering demanding for some riders, while 250 mm of ground clearance and 230 mm front and 220 mm rear suspension travel suit uneven surfaces. Its 18.80-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 384 km, and the automatic transmission avoids manual gear changes.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 75.1 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,084 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Full transistorized ignition
- Oil capacity
- 4.9 L
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Co2 emissions
- 114 g/km CO₂
- Fuel consumption
- 4.9 L/100 km
- Power
- 101 hp (75 kW) at 7,500 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.4451 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 105 Nm at 6,250 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate with coil springs, aluminum cam assist and slipper clutch
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 18.8 L
- Ground clearance
- 250 mm
- Overall height
- 1,391 mm
- Overall length
- 2,334 mm
- Overall width
- 961 mm
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Wet weight
- 226 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,575 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame
- Front suspension
- Inverted telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 230 mm
- Rake
- 27.5°
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link® system w/ single shock
- Rear wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Trail
- 113 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads.
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-18
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Pearl Glare WhiteGrand, Grand Prix Red, Matte Ballistic Black
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2019
Seat height: 871 mm → 851 mm
2022
Engine capacity: 998 cm³ → 1,084 cm³; Power: 95 hp (71 kW) → 101 hp (75 kW); Torque: 98 Nm → 105 Nm; Wet weight: 229.9 kg → 226 kg; Seat height: 851 mm → 850 mm
| Specification | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 998 cm³ | 1,084 cm³ |
| Power | 95 hp (71 kW) | 95 hp (71 kW) | 95 hp (71 kW) | 95 hp (71 kW) | 101 hp (75 kW) |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 98 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Wet weight | 229.9 kg | 229.9 kg | 229.9 kg | 229.9 kg | 226 kg |
| Seat height | 871 mm | 851 mm | 851 mm | 851 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.8 L | 18.8 L | 18.8 L | 18.8 L | 18.8 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Long calculated range
The 18.80-liter tank and calculated range of about 384 km allow substantial distance between fuel stops.
Suspension travel and clearance
The 230 mm front and 220 mm rear travel, paired with 250 mm of ground clearance, help it handle rougher terrain.
Switchable ABS
ABS on both wheels can be switched off, allowing riders to choose whether they want that intervention in different conditions.
Things to consider
High seat
At 850 mm, the seat can make it harder for shorter riders to put their feet securely on the ground.
Substantial wet weight
A wet weight of 226.0 kg can take more effort to manage during parking and other low-speed maneuvers.
Chain final drive
The chain requires regular cleaning and adjustment, unlike a shaft drive.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
850 mm
Approx. loaded height
820 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 18.8 L at 4.9 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
384 km
With 10% reserve
345 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the engine capacity of the 2022 Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin?
It has a 1084.0 cm³ liquid-cooled parallel-twin four-stroke engine.
How much torque does the 2022 Africa Twin produce?
It produces 105.0 Nm at 6250 rpm.
What is the seat height?
The seat height is 850 mm.
How far can it travel on a full tank?
Its calculated range on an 18.80-liter tank is about 384 km.
