What category is the 2023 Honda Africa Twin?

General information
Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Honda Africa Twin
Year	2023
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Greenhouse gases	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.
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Ignition	Full transistorized ignition
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	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	10.1:1
Torque	105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Power	101.0 HP (73.7 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Engine details	270Â° crank and Uni-cam
Engine type	Twin, four-stroke
Capacity:	1084.0 ccm (66.15 cubic inches)
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads.
Diameter	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads
Rear tire	150/70-R18
Front tire	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)
Rake (fork angle)	27.5°
Frame type	Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame

Physical measures and capacities
Oil capacity	4.80 litres (5.07 US quarts)
Reserve fuel capacity	3.79 litres (1.00 US gallons)
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)
Alternate seat height	871 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Seat height	851 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	238.0 kg (524.7 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Small windscreen. Model Id: CRF1000L.
Factory warranty	1 year
Light	LED headlight
Electrical	12V-6Ah Li-ion battery (20Hr)
Instruments	LCD Meter, TFT 6.5inch touch panel multi information display
Starter	Electric
Color options	Pearl Glare White Tricolour, Grand Prix Red, Matte Ballistic Black
Maintenance and service data
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

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

101 hp

Peak Power

3.8s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track25%

City55%

Cornering65%

Daily Riding65%

Touring85%

Passenger70%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with at least intermediate experience, especially those planning to tackle real off-road terrain given the tall seat height and big-bike heft.
Purpose	Built for long-distance adventure riding that mixes highway miles with genuine gravel, dirt, and rugged trail sections.
Rider Fit	Riders should be reasonably fit and of average-to-tall stature, as the tall seat and substantial wet weight demand confident bike handling at low speeds and off-road.
Character	A rugged, torquey, go-anywhere adventure twin that rewards a rider who values capability and range over outright speed or sharp street handling.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for shorter riders or those wanting a light, nimble commuter or track-focused sportbike.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 851mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2023 Honda Africa Twin, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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