Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which has more power?

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure produces 160 hp @ 8,500 rpm; Honda Africa Twin produces 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present). Ktm 1290 Super Adventure wins by 58 hp.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which is faster?

Top speed: Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated), Honda Africa Twin 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed). Ktm 1290 Super Adventure is the faster of the two.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which is lighter?

Weight: Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 228 kg (curb/wet weight, model year dependent — note: varies slightly between S and R variants), Honda Africa Twin 226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg).

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 8.5/10 and Honda Africa Twin 8.5/10. Ktm 1290 Super Adventure caveat: You're new to big bikes or tight budgets. Honda Africa Twin caveat: You want lightweight technical trail riding only.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 160 hp, Honda Africa Twin 102 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Ktm 1290 Super Adventure: 228 kg, 160 hp. Honda Africa Twin: 226 kg, 102 hp.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin

Q: Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 6.5–8.0 L/100km (real-world average, varies with riding style), 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

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Honda Africa Twin. Ktm 1290 Super Adventure: 160 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (curb/wet weight, model year dependent — note: varies slightly between S and R variants) weight, top speed 270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated), 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.

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure

Honda Africa Twin

Performance at a Glance

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

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure Honda Africa Twin

Horsepower (hp)

160 hp

102 hp

Torque (Nm)

138 Nm

105 Nm

Top Speed (km/h)

270 km/h

200 km/h

Weight (kg) — lower is better

228 kg

226 kg

Type

Adventure

Horsepower

160 hp @ 8,500 rpm

102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)

Torque

138 Nm @ 6,500 rpm

105 Nm @ 6,250 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)

Top Speed

270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated)

200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)

Weight

228 kg (curb/wet weight, model year dependent — note: varies slightly between S and R variants)

226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg)

Fuel

6.5–8.0 L/100km (real-world average, varies with riding style)

5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average for CRF1100L)

Fairing

Yes

Individual Reviews

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure

8.5/10

"The fastest way to feel inadequate while grinning uncontrollably."

Pros

+Ridiculous V-twin grunt

+Best-in-class electronics suite

+Surprisingly capable off-road

Cons

−Expensive dealer servicing

−Water pump known weakness

−Heavy at low speeds

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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

Full Honda Africa Twin review →

Top 10 Accessories

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SW-Motech · Crash Bars

Crashbars Engine Guard KTM 1290 Super Adventure

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SW-Motech · Crash Bars

SW-Motech Engine Guard Honda Africa Twin CRF1000L

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Brake Pads

EBC Brakes FA181HH Disc Brake Pad Set, Black, One-Size

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Touratech · Skid Plate

Touratech Skid Plate Alu Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L

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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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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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Chain & Lube

NICHE Drive Sprocket Chain Combo for KTM 990 1090 1190 1290 Adventure Front 17 Rear 42 Tooth 525 O-Ring 118 Links

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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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Tires

Tusk 2Track Adventure Motorcycle Tire Set – Front 90/90-21 (54T) & Rear 150/70B-18 (70T), Dual-Sport Bias Tires, Directional Knobby Tread, DOT Compliant

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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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