Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which has more power?

Kawasaki Versys 1000 produces 120 hp @ 9,000 rpm; Honda Africa Twin produces 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present). Kawasaki Versys 1000 wins by 18 hp.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is faster?

Top speed: Kawasaki Versys 1000 220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Honda Africa Twin 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed). Kawasaki Versys 1000 is the faster of the two.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is lighter?

Weight: Kawasaki Versys 1000 255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension), Honda Africa Twin 226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg).

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Kawasaki Versys 1000 8.2/10 and Honda Africa Twin 8.5/10. Honda Africa Twin scores higher on the overall verdict. Kawasaki Versys 1000 caveat: You prioritize style over substance and practicality. Honda Africa Twin caveat: You want lightweight technical trail riding only.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Kawasaki Versys 1000 120 hp, Honda Africa Twin 102 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Kawasaki Versys 1000: 255 kg, 120 hp. Honda Africa Twin: 226 kg, 102 hp.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin

Q: Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Kawasaki Versys 1000 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average), Honda Africa Twin 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average for CRF1100L). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Honda Africa Twin. Kawasaki Versys 1000: 120 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 255 kg (wet/curb weight — SE model with semi-active suspension) weight, top speed 220 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. 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.