Intro

CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES – 25YM

24YM marked another major update for the CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports. Updated chassis dynamics based around a new 19-inch front wheel, extra power and torque for the engine, further DCT refinements and a more muscular new look moved the model on yet again. Mechanically unchanged for 25YM, the Africa Twin Adventure Sports continues to build its reputation as a benchmark, long-distance-ready on- and off-road tourer.

Model Overview

The 25YM CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports shares the frame and engine of the more off-road focussed CRF1100L Africa Twin but has a role very much of its own: to offer riders real continent-crossing long-haul ability and practicality both on- and off-road.

For strong acceleration, especially for when two-up and fully loaded, the 1,084cc parallel twin cylinder engine produces peak torque of 112Nm with peak power of 75kW.

Key Features

Engine
  • 1,084cc, twin-cylinder engine generates 112Nm peak torque, with strong performance in the low to mid-rpm range
  • Peak power of 75kW
  • Unicam 8-valve head, semi-dry sump and slipper clutch
Chassis
  • Showa Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (Showa EERA™) suspension
  • 19-inch front wheel mounts a 110/80-19 tyre
  • Lightweight frame, with bolt-on aluminium subframe and light, rigid CRF450R-style swingarm for outstanding rear wheel traction and feel
  • Six-axis Bosch IMU control; cornering ABS provides sure-footed braking and features an off-road setting
Styling & Equipment
  • Muscular upper fairing provides ample wind protection
  • Compact, 5-way height-adjustable screen
  • 8L fuel tank, aluminium insert panels, rear rack and engine bash plate
  • Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with Cornering Lights
  • Cruise control, heated grips and ACC charger
  • Multi Information Display (MID) 6.5-inch TFT touch screen
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® allow use of a smartphone through the MID

Specifications

ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled OHC 4-stroke 8-valve Parallel Twin with 270° crank and uni-cam
Displacement 1084cc
Bore & Stroke 92mm x 81.5mm
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Max. Power Output 75kW at 7,500rpm
Max. Torque 112Nm at 5,500rpm
Noise Level MT: Lurban 75.0dB, Lwot 80.5dB DCT: Lurban 75.4dB, Lwot 80.4dB
Oil Capacity MT: 4.8L DCT: 5.2L
FUEL SYSTEM
Carburation PGM-FI
Fuel Tank Capacity 24.8L
CO2 Emissions 114g/km
Fuel Consumption MT: 20.5km/l [4.9 l/100km] DCT: 20.5km/l [4.9 l/100km]
DRIVETRAIN
Clutch Type MT: Wet, multiplate with coil springs, Aluminium Cam Assist and Slipper clutch DCT: 2 wet, multiplate clutches with coil springs
Transmission Type 6 speed manual (6 speed DCT)
Final Drive O-ring sealed chain
FRAME
Type Semi double cradle
CHASSIS
Dimensions (L´W´H) 2,305mm X 960mm X 1,475mm
Wheelbase 1,550mm
Caster Angle 27.5°
Trail 106mm
Seat Height 835/855mm (low seat option 795mm)
Ground Clearance 220mm
Kerb Weight MT: 243kg DCT: 253kg
Turning radius 2.6M
SUSPENSION
Type Front SHOWA Telescopic inverted fork with an inner tube diameter of 45mm, and an electronic control unit (SHOWA EERATM) with compression and rebound damping adjustments, 210mm stroke
Type Rear Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic remote control preload adjuster and electronic control unit (SHOWA EERATM) with compression and rebound damping adjustments, 200 mm rear wheel travel.
WHEELS
Type Front 19M/C x MT2.50 wire spoke with aluminium rim
Type Rear 18M/C x MT4.00 wire spoke with aluminium rim
Tyres Front 110/80-R19M/C 59V (Tubeless type) Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A41
Tyres Rear 150/70-R18M/C 70H (Tubeless type) Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A41
BRAKES
ABS System Type 2 channel with IMU Selectable ABS MODE with ON road and OFF road
Type Front 310mm dual wave floating hydraulic disc with aluminium hub and radial fit 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads
Type Rear 256mm wave hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. 2-channel with rear ABS off mode.
INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS
Instruments LCD Meter, TFT 6.5inch touch panel multi information display
Headlight LED
Taillight LED
USB Yes
12V Socket Yes
Auto Winker Cancel Yes
Quickshifter Optional (MT only)
Security System Immobiliser
Cruise Control Yes
Cornering Lights Yes
Additional Features Emergency stop signal, 6 axis IMU, HSTC and Wheelie Control