Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which has more power?

Suzuki V-strom 1050 produces 107 hp @ 8,500 rpm; Honda Africa Twin produces 102 hp @ 7,500 rpm (CRF1100L, 2020–present). Suzuki V-strom 1050 wins by 5 hp.

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is faster?

Top speed: Suzuki V-strom 1050 210 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not officially publish top speed), Honda Africa Twin 200 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed). Suzuki V-strom 1050 is the faster of the two.

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is lighter?

Weight: Suzuki V-strom 1050 247 kg (wet/curb weight), Honda Africa Twin 226 kg (curb weight, standard CRF1100L; DCT version is approximately 232 kg).

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Suzuki V-strom 1050 8.2/10 and Honda Africa Twin 8.5/10. Honda Africa Twin scores higher on the overall verdict. Suzuki V-strom 1050 caveat: You prioritize weekend canyon carving over long distances. Honda Africa Twin caveat: You want lightweight technical trail riding only.

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Suzuki V-strom 1050 107 hp, Honda Africa Twin 102 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which should I commute on daily?

Suzuki V-strom 1050 — Touring riders wanting reliability over excitement daily.

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin

Q: Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Suzuki V-strom 1050 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 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

Suzuki V-strom 1050 vs Honda Africa Twin. Suzuki V-strom 1050: 107 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 247 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; Suzuki does not officially publish top speed), 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.