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All Bikes/Compare/Honda Africa Twin vs Triumph Tiger 900

Honda Africa Twin vs Triumph Tiger 900

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Honda Africa Twin vs Triumph Tiger 900. 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. Triumph Tiger 900: 95 hp @ 8,750 rpm hp, 193 kg (wet/curb weight for GT variant; Rally variants approx. 199 kg) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; Triumph 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

Honda Africa Twin Triumph Tiger 900
Horsepower (hp)
102 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
105 Nm
87 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
226 kg
193 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
95 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
105 Nm @ 6,250 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
87 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
200 km/h (estimated; Triumph does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg)
193 kg (wet/curb weight for GT variant; Rally variants approx. 199 kg)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average for CRF1100L)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

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
Triumph Tiger 900
Triumph Tiger 900
8.5/10

"A genuinely accomplished adventure bike that rewards sensible used buying."

Pros
+Triple engine is exceptional
+Genuinely capable off-road
+Excellent electronics package
Cons
Fairing mounting points crack
Pricier used than rivals
Wind noise above 80mph

Top 10 Accessories

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SW-Motech Engine Guard Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L
SW-Motech · Crash Bars
SW-Motech Engine Guard Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L
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SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Triumph Tiger 900
SW-Motech · Crash Bars
SW-Motech Engine Guard Crash Bar Triumph Tiger 900
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Touratech · Skid Plate
Touratech Skid Plate Alu Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L
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EBC Brakes FA140HH Disc Brake Pad Set, Black
Brake Pads
EBC Brakes FA140HH Disc Brake Pad Set, Black
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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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KEMIMOTO Lithium Motorcycle Battery YTX14-BS/YTX9-BS, LiFePO4 Lithium Battery 12v 6Ah, Pre-Charged Powersports Battery, with 5 Universal-Fit EVA Spacers, Compatible with Motorcycle ATV UTV Jet Ski
Battery
KEMIMOTO Lithium Motorcycle Battery YTX14-BS/YTX9-BS, LiFePO4 Lithium Battery 12v 6Ah, Pre-Charged Powersports Battery, with 5 Universal-Fit EVA Spacers, Compatible with Motorcycle ATV UTV Jet Ski
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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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Caltric O-Ring Black Drive Chain Compatible with Triumph 900 Legend Tt 1999 2000/900 Tiger 1991-2000 Black
Chain & Lube
Caltric O-Ring Black Drive Chain Compatible with Triumph 900 Legend Tt 1999 2000/900 Tiger 1991-2000 Black
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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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Continental TKC70 Dual Sport Front Motorcycle Tire 110/80R-19 (59V) for Triumph Tiger 955 I.E. 1999-2006
Tires
Continental TKC70 Dual Sport Front Motorcycle Tire 110/80R-19 (59V) for Triumph Tiger 955 I.E. 1999-2006
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