Africa Twin > Adventure Motorcycles from Honda Canada

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Powerful Performance

The CRF1000L Africa Twin’s 998 cc parallel-twin fuel-injected engine draws heavily from iconic Honda off-road racing bikes, including the CRF250R and CRF450R. 2017 European model shown

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Engineered to perfection

Four-valve Unicam cylinder head design has numerous performance benefits – including lightweight and reduced gyro effect – while also contributing to the engine’s compact dimensions. A lightweight camshaft – using the same materials as the CBR1000RR’s camshaft – operates the valve train. 2017 European model shown

Dual spark

Twin sparkplugs in each cylinder help to produce rapid, thorough combustion.

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Distinctive sound and feel

A 270-degree phased crankshaft gives the engine a distinctive sound and feel – almost like a V-twin – while helping to produce strong and linear power and instant response anywhere in the rev range. There’s a deep growl as the rpm rises that will be music to any motorhead’s ears. 2017 European model shown

Clever design integration

The dry-sump oil system with internal tank reduces engine height. Combined with the Unicam cylinder head and other design elements, this contributes to an extremely low engine height, which in turn results in generous ground clearance.

Lightweight architecture

The water pump is housed within the clutch casing, and the water and oil pumps are driven by a shared balancer shaft, all of which reduces engine size and weight.

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Maximized airflow

Forward-mounted air intakes feed a large airbox. Dual air filters can be changed without removing fuel tank, and the system is designed to minimize the risk of dirt or other debris entering the engine when servicing the filters. 2017 European model shown.

Dynamically responsive

The six-speed manual gearbox is both lightweight and robust – it uses the same shift-cam design as found on the CRF250R and CRF450R to ensure positive changes. Plus the throttle-by-wire system and addtition of three new selectable riding modes (Tour, Urban, Gravel) deliver the right performance to match your riding style and conditions. An assist slipper clutch helps to maintain traction during downshifts or deceleration.

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Innovative functionality

The Africa Twin is also available with an advanced Honda Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). It features the standard manual mode – allowing the rider to shift gears with triggers on the left handlebar – and two automatic modes. D mode offers the best balance of fuel economy and cruising comfort, while S mode cranks up the performance. S mode even allows you to choose from three different shift patterns to match your riding style or the conditions. 2017 European model shown.

Exceptional versatility

The Africa Twin’s DCT is specially engineered to handle off-road adventures, thanks in part to the G switch positioned on the right side of the instrument panel. Pushing the G switch in any riding mode provides an aggressive shift pattern that’s ideal for breaking the rear wheel loose in a sweeping dirt or gravel corner, or lofting the front wheel over an obstacle.

Breakthrough technology

Another benefit of the Africa Twin’s DCT is incline detection. Algorithms based on vehicle speed, engine speed, throttle input, and more, determine if the bike is ascending or descending a slope, and the system’s ECU selects the appropriate gear for climbing or engine braking.

Torque control

The Africa Twin even allows you to select from various levels of traction control. The Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) system adjusts the allowable rear-wheel slip through 7 levels (or off).

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Perfected dual-purpose design

The Africa Twin’s chassis is engineered to handle the most rugged off-road adventures, while also providing the comfort of a touring motorcycle and the everyday competence of a great all-rounder or day-to-day commuter. 2017 European model shown.

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Strength and agility

The semi-double-cradle steel frame uses oval-shaped tubing for extra strength without extra weight. 2017 European model shown.

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Balanced handling characteristics

Careful attention to mass centralization – with wide footpegs and the Lithium-ion battery packaged at the rear of the cylinder head – contributing to agile handling. 2017 European model shown.

Nimble handling and tight control

The chassis design allows for superior manoeuvrability, with a wide 43-degree steering angle and a tight 2.5-metre turning radius.

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Superior suspension dynamics

The long-travel Showa 45 mm inverted stainless steel fork offers full spring preload, compression damping and rebound damping adjustment, and was designed specifically for a leading-axle wheel and radial-caliper mounting. 2017 European model shown.

Engineered functionality

The Africa Twin’s Pro-link rear suspension design positions the shock lower at the front of the aluminum swingarm, lowering C of G even further and allowing designers to keep the seat/tank area above the shock as slim as possible.

Selectable suspension

The Showa rear shock’s hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster, combined with full adjustment for compression and rebound damping, makes it easy to change suspension performance to suit street or dirt riding.

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Adventure ready

Like the CRF450R Rally, the Africa Twin uses 21-inch front and 18-inch rear stainless steel spoked wheels, wearing 90/90-21 and 150/70-18 tires. 2017 European model shown.

Superb braking system

Dual front radial-mounted Nissin four-piston brake calipers and 310 mm wave-style floating rotors provide strong braking force on pavement or dirt.

Proven Performance

Standard ABS provides confident braking control on all types of surfaces. The Africa Twin’s Adaptive Rear ABS Cancelling allows you to disable the rear-wheel ABS – a benefit in certain types of off-road riding. The system reverts to normal operation when the engine is restarted.

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Durable construction

Following its design theme of “unlimited adventure”, the Africa Twin is styled with a minimum of bodywork in a tough, lightweight form that offers both weather protection for the rider and a slim, agile feel. 2017 European model shown.

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Distinct styling cues

Dual LED headlights give the Africa Twin an imposing presence while providing excellent nighttime illumination. 2017 European model shown.

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Ergonomic seating adjustment

A wide seat at the rear tapers to narrow at the front, which provides extra comfort when sitting plus an easy transition to standing when off-road. The seat can be raised or lowered through a range of 20 mm. 2017 European model shown.

Excellent range capacity

A large 18.8-litre fuel tank, coupled with the engine’s excellent fuel efficiency, provides a range of up to 400 km.

Enhanced comfort and stability

Off-road-style tapered aluminum handlebar is strong yet lightweight, and is rubber mounted for reduced vibration.

True adventure design

An aluminum skid plate helps protect against damage from stones, rocks and other obstacles.

Advanced instrumentation

Instrument panel features white-on-black LCD instrumentation mounted high for clear visibility, even when standing.

Colours

Matte Ballistic Black

Africa Twin (Standard)

MSRP starting from $15,199

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Matte Ballistic Black

Africa Twin (DCT)

MSRP starting from $16,199

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Specifications

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Engine & Drivetrain

Engine Type

Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve Parallel Twin with 270-degree crank and unicam

Displacement

998 cc

Bore & Stroke

92 mm x 75.1 mm

Compression Ratio

10:1

Valve Train

Unicam, 4 valves per cylinder

Fuel Delivery

PGM-FI electronic fuel injection

Transmission

Standard model: Six-speed constant mesh DCT model: Six-speed Dual Clutch Transmission with manual shift mode and four automatic shift modes; on & off-road settings

Final Drive

O-ring-sealed chain

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension

Inverted telescopic fork with full adjustability; 204 mm (8 in.) travel

Rear Suspension

Pro-Link^® single shock with full adjustability; 220 mm (8.7 in.) travel

Dimensions & Additional Information

Tires

Front: 90/90-R21 tube type
Rear: 150/70-R18 tube type

Brakes

Front: 310 mm dual wave floating hydraulic discs with aluminium hub and radial mounted 4-piston calipers
Rear: 256mm wave hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper with ABS. Rear ABS on/off switch.

Ground Clearance

250 mm (9.8 in.)

Seat Height

850 mm / 870 mm (33.5 in. / 34.3 in.)

Wheelbase

1,575 mm (62 in.)

Curb Weight

Standard model: 229 kg (507 lbs.) DCT model: 239 kg (527 lbs) including required fluids and full tank of gas—ready to ride

Fuel Capacity

18.8 Litres

Colour

Standard model: Matte Ballistic Black
DCT model: Matte Ballistic Black

Warranty

12 months, unlimited mileage, freely transferable warranty; extended coverage available with Honda Plus

† Offers apply to eligible retail purchase agreements that meet the minimum amount applicable for Honda Financing of $3000, for a limited time, while supplies last. Valid on select new (not previously registered) Honda motorcycle models obtained from participating authorized Honda dealer in Canada between {dateFrom} - {dateTo}. ''Savings'' values shown are deducted from the manufacturer's suggested retail price before taxes and can be combined with finance offers. Limited time purchase financing offer provided through Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. Representative finance example based on a {modelYear} {modelName} with an amount to be financed of {sellingPrice} (includes selling price of {msrp}, {freight} freight, PDI and levies, lien registration fee [up to {registrationFee1} in certain regions] and lien registering fee {registrationFee2}, which are due at time of delivery), with {downpayment} down payment or equivalent trade-in required, financed at {financeApr}% APR equals {weeklyPaymentAmt} weekly for {months} months. {weeklyPayments} weekly payments required. Cost of borrowing is {costOfBorrowing} for a total obligation of {totalObligation}. Taxes, license, insurance and registration fees [all of which may vary by region] are extra. Dealers may sell for less. Applicable fees may vary by region and dealer. Dealer order/trade may be necessary-but, may not be available in all cases. See a participating authorized Honda dealer for full details, eligible models and other offers. Offers are subject to change, extension or cancellation without notice. Models, colours, features and specifications may not be exactly as shown. Errors and omissions excepted.

Warranty

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Motorcycles with Roadside Assistance

Unlimited mileage and freely transferable. Extended coverage available with Honda plus.

24 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

36 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

48 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

60 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

$538

$768

$1,048

$1,248

Warranty

Motorcycles with Roadside Assistance

Unlimited mileage and freely transferable. Extended coverage available with Honda plus.

24 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

36 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

48 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

60 months (12 months Distributor's Warranty)

$538

$768

$1,048

$1,248

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