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All Bikes/Compare/Ktm Adventure 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin

Ktm Adventure 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Ktm Adventure 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin. Ktm Adventure 1050: 95 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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

Ktm Adventure 1050 Honda Africa Twin
Horsepower (hp)
95 hp
102 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
105 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
226 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
95 hp @ 8,000 rpm
102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
Torque
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
105 Nm @ 6,250 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present)
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer did not officially publish a top speed figure)
200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L, real-world average for CRF1100L)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Ktm Adventure 1050
Ktm Adventure 1050
7.8/10

"A brilliant overlooked adventure bike that rewards patient, informed buyers."

Pros
+Underrated LC8 engine pulls strong
+Excellent highway stability
+Cheaper than 1190/1290 alternatives
Cons
−Fuel system issues need checking
−WP suspension setup finicky
−Screen vibration above 80mph
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

Top 10 Accessories

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10W-60 full synthetic motorcycle oil (or 15W-50 per KTM spec)
Engine Oil
10W-60 full synthetic motorcycle oil (or 15W-50 per KTM spec)
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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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HifloFiltro · Oil Filter
HF204 oil filter
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Touratech · Skid Plate
Touratech Skid Plate Alu Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L
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Air Filter
KTM 1050 Adventure air filter
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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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NGK LMAR9G-4 spark plug
NGK · Spark Plugs
NGK LMAR9G-4 spark plug
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Edwards Oil Change Kit fits 2016-2019 Honda Africa Twin Dual Trans
Engine Oil
Edwards Oil Change Kit fits 2016-2019 Honda Africa Twin Dual Trans
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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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Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
Helmet
Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
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