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All Bikes/Compare/Ducati Multistrada V4 vs Honda Africa Twin

Ducati Multistrada V4 vs Honda Africa Twin

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Ducati Multistrada V4 vs Honda Africa Twin. Ducati Multistrada V4: 170 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 243 kg (wet/curb weight, standard Multistrada V4 with full fluids) weight, top speed 260 km/h (estimated; Ducati does not officially publish a top speed figure), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Africa Twin: 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present) hp, 226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Ducati Multistrada V4 Honda Africa Twin
Horsepower (hp)
170 hp
102 hp
Torque (Nm)
125 Nm
105 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
260 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
243 kg
226 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
170 hp @ 10,500 rpm
102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
Torque
125 Nm @ 8,750 rpm
105 Nm @ 6,250 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
Top Speed
260 km/h (estimated; Ducati does not officially publish a top speed figure)
200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
243 kg (wet/curb weight, standard Multistrada V4 with full fluids)
226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average for CRF1100L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Ducati Multistrada V4
Ducati Multistrada V4
8.5/10

"Extraordinary machine if you can stomach the ownership costs."

Pros
+Extraordinary V4 engine character
+Radar cruise actually works brilliantly
+Cornering electronics genuinely confidence-inspiring
Cons
−Dealer servicing costs hurt
−Early suspension bearing wear issues
−Complex electronics need dealer diagnostics
Honda Africa Twin
Honda Africa Twin
8.5/10

"The benchmark adventure bike that actually earns its mud-splattered reputation."

Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Genuinely capable off-road
+Comfortable long-distance ergonomics
Cons
−DCT servicing gets expensive
−Heavy for tight singletrack
−Spoke wheels need attention

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SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Ducati Multistrada V4
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SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Ducati Multistrada V4
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SW-Motech Engine Guard Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L
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Brake Pads
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Touratech · Skid Plate
Touratech Skid Plate Alu Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L
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TYKOOL LFP12B-BS-PRO Lithium Battery, Replaces YT12B-BS YT12B-4, 360CCA 6Ah Fits for Motorcycle Scooter ATV, Compatible with Ducati Superbike Monster Multistrada Yamaha R1 FZ6 Kawasaki ZX10R, [+ -]
Battery
TYKOOL LFP12B-BS-PRO Lithium Battery, Replaces YT12B-BS YT12B-4, 360CCA 6Ah Fits for Motorcycle Scooter ATV, Compatible with Ducati Superbike Monster Multistrada Yamaha R1 FZ6 Kawasaki ZX10R, [+ -]
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Sintered Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CRF1000L CRF1100L CRF1000 CRF 1100 Africa Twin 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Brake Pads
Sintered Front and Rear Brake Pads for Honda CRF1000L CRF1100L CRF1000 CRF 1100 Africa Twin 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
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Steel Chain Adjuster Tool for Ducati Single-Sided Swingarm, Eccentric Hub C-Spanner Wrench Compatible with Panigale V2 V4, Multistrada 1260, Streetfighter, Replaces 88713.1038
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TYKOOL LFP14S-PRO Lithium Motorcycle Battery 360 CCA 6Ah for Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L KTM 1290 Super Adventure Yamaha Bolt V-Star 950 ST1300 FJR1300 | Digital SOC Display IP67 Replaces YTZ14S
Battery
TYKOOL LFP14S-PRO Lithium Motorcycle Battery 360 CCA 6Ah for Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L KTM 1290 Super Adventure Yamaha Bolt V-Star 950 ST1300 FJR1300 | Digital SOC Display IP67 Replaces YTZ14S
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Pirelli Angel ST 120/70ZR17 (58W) Front & 180/55ZR17 (73W) Rear Motorcycle Tires – High-Performance Sport Touring Tire for Enhanced Grip, Durability & Stability – Fits Sport & Touring Bikes
Tires
Pirelli Angel ST 120/70ZR17 (58W) Front & 180/55ZR17 (73W) Rear Motorcycle Tires – High-Performance Sport Touring Tire for Enhanced Grip, Durability & Stability – Fits Sport & Touring Bikes
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Primary Drive 525 ADV/Street Performance Gold Chain 525x124 for Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT CRF1100 2020-2022,2024
Chain & Lube
Primary Drive 525 ADV/Street Performance Gold Chain 525x124 for Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT CRF1100 2020-2022,2024
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