Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2018: the renewal of a classic and an Adventure Sports [PHOTO]

The presence of a TBW (Throttle by Wire) throttle control linked to more functional on-board electronics, including three Riding Modes presets and a customizable quarter with multiple selectable levels, seven of theHSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control), are some of the most interesting aspects of the new one Honda CRF1000 Africa Twin. Together with this, on the occasion of the new edition of EICMA, Scheduled 9 12 to November, there is also an even more variant feature called Adventure Sports.

The appearance of the new one CRF1000 Africa Twin it is immediately recognisable, amplified in turn by the different colors offered: Candy Chromosphere Red; Grand Prix Red (Team HRC Rally colour); Matt Ballistic Black Metallic and Pearl Glare White (Tricolor).
In addition to command Throttle by wire and to the sophisticated electronics, the forward-facing parallel twin engine with cylinder head Unicam 4 valves per 998 cc cylinder, can be combined with a six-speed manual gearbox that always engages or a sequential dual-clutch transmission DCT which features a manual shifting mode “MT” (Manual Transmission), via selection from the paddles on the handlebar, and two automatic modes “AT” (Automatic Transmission) “D” (Drive) focused on ride optimization e “S” (Sport) on three levels which enhance its dynamism.
Then there is also one “G” function, recalled via a button on the front fairing and in any use programme, which through a partial reduction of clutch slippage and gear changes, allows for greater ease of movement on complex off-road routes.

Compared to 2018 model, the version adventure sports it is different in appearance, considering the extended superstructures, the tubular luggage rack, the high windshield, the more horizontal shape of the more raised saddle than 50 mm (height adjustable by 920/900 mm), the anti-shock tubulars and the more protective sump guard, as well as the wider 5,4 liter tank, coming to contain 24,2 liters of petrol. The handlebar is also higher with heated grips and there is also one 12V socket.
La CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports it is only offered in color Tricolor, characterized by a white frame, a silver swingarm and graphics celebrating 30 years since the launch of the first XRV650, from 1988. The appearance is made even more characteristic by the double headlight LED , always taking up a characteristic of cited XRV650.

The push is offered by the same 998 cc parallel twin cylinder equipped with Unicam head with 4 valves per cylinder, with a longitudinal size similar to that of the twin-cylinder in the series Honda 500. The water pump is located inside the clutch crankcase, stressed by the front balancer shaft. Same mechanism for the oil pump, however driven by the primary balancing shaft. The shape of the Unicam head, derived from the specialist CRF450R, allows for generous ground clearance of 270 mm, superior of 20 mm, when compared with the renewed 2018 version. From what has been reported, evaluating the 24,2 liter tank and thanks to an estimated average consumption of 21,8 km/l (WMTC cycle, DCT version), the autonomy would be greater than 500 km.
The airbox with elongated channels, the lightened countershaft and the revised exhaust system give shape to a new tone and offer a more lively response to intermediate revs, as highlighted by the company. The throttle control TBW (Throttle by Wire) with the introduction of more refined on-board electronics, with the three parameters already indicated Riding Modes presets plus one customizable and seven choices for HSTC (Honda Selectable Torque Control).

The characteristic driving qualities are then linked to the semi-double cradle steel frame. The placement of the already low-weight lithium-ion battery behind the cylinder bank favors mass optimization. The same suspensions of this new version have greater travel. Specifically, an inverted-type Showa fork with forward pivot with fork legs 45 mm fully adjustable, with radial mount for Nissin's 4-piston brake calipers. The daisy-chain profile of the large floating discs with a diameter of 310 mm They demonstrate excellent braking qualities. While the monoshock, always Showa, it is multi-adjustable with a hydraulic spring preload adjustment knob, to make the operations quicker set-up. The motorcycle can be equipped with alternative tires to tackle off-road routes, which wrap around spoked front rims 21 inches and posterior from 18 inches.