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Africa Twin - 2026 Specifications and Reviews
The 2026 Honda Africa Twin is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking genuine off-road capability combined with on-road comfort. Its 1083cc parallel-twin engine delivers 101 horsepower with strong mid-range torque, making it equally adept at highway cruising and challenging terrain. Best known for reliable performance and approachable handling, the Africa Twin suits both experienced adventurers and those new to adventure touring.
2026
General information | |
| Color Options | Matte Black Metallic |
| Price | US$ 14799. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Model | Honda Africa Twin |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Starting | Electric |
| Emission | 113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Clutch | Dual clutch. Wet, multi-plate with coil springs, aluminum cam assist and slipper. |
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Ignition | Full transistorized ignition |
| Fuel Control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Induction | Injection. PGM-FI electronic fuel injection (throttle by wire) |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 92.0 x 81.5 mm (3.6 x 3.2 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 |
| Max Torque | 105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM |
| Max Power | 101.0 HP (73.7 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Engine Details | 270° crank and Uni-cam |
| Capacity | 1083.0 ccm (66.08 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.80 litres (6.55 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1575 mm (62.0 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Overall Width | 960 mm (37.8 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2330 mm (91.7 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1395 mm (54.9 inches) |
| Seat Height | 851 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wet Weight | 231.3 kg (510.0 pounds) |
Africa Twin dimensions and frame | |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 256 mm (10.1 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads |
| Rear Tyre | 150/70-R18 |
| Front Tyre | 90/90-21 |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster and rebound damping adjustments |
| Front Wheel Travel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Showa 45mm cartridge-type inverted telescopic fork with dial-style preload adjuster and DF adjustments |
| Trail | 113 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Frame | Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame |
Other specs | |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
| Ask questions | Join the 25 Honda Africa Twin discussion group or the general Honda discussion group. |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Insurance costs | Compare US insurance quotes from the nation's top providers. |
| Fork tube size | 45 mm (1.8 inches) |
| Tire pressure rear | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Tire pressure front | 33 PSI (2.3 Bar or 225 kPa) |
| Sprockets | 16/42 (front/rear) |
| Chain links | 124 |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Idle speed | 1250 +/- 10 RPM |
| Coolant | 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons) |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-30 |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Comments | Small windscreen. Model Id: CRF1000L. |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Lighting | LED headlight |
| Electrical | 12V-6Ah Li-ion battery (20Hr) |
| Instruments | LCD Meter, TFT 6.5inch touch panel multi information display |
| Oil capacity | 4.70 litres (4.97 US quarts) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.79 litres (1.00 US gallons) |
| Alternate seat height | 871 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Model year | 2025 |
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