Africa Twin

[AndyHe_imp]

Not clear if it's DCT only or if that is just an option. I'd think DCT only would kill it but then I'm not a fan.

 

[ludva12345_imp]

Not clear if it's DCT only or if that is just an option. I'd think DCT only would kill it but then I'm not a fan.

IN EUROPE are 3 Versions:
1) whitout ABS and whitout Control Traction
2) ABS + Control of Traction
3) DCT + ABS + Control of Traction

 

[redbirds_imp]

DCT is optional according to the spec sheet.

Weight-wise it's spot on if a bit down on power compared to the competition. Of course, being down on power is the same whine heard from those who pan the CB1100. At that weight it should be a very good alternative to the BMW and KTM if the price undercuts the Euro bikes.

 

[BestStandard_imp]

Further technical details released from Honda on Europe model:

Honda Motor Co.,Ltd.｜Honda Global Corporate Website

 

[the Ferret]

Actually weight and horsepower are not that different than a 10-14 Cb1100 std

 

[Cormanus]

Africa Twin ... ah ... sounds like a reimagined Bogart movie.

 

[redbirds_imp]

Africa Twin ... ah ... sounds like a reimagined Bogart movie.

:rofl: Good one Cormanus.

 

[BestStandard_imp]

Africa Twin ... ah ... sounds like a reimagined Bogart movie.

And how about that functionality enhancing "G-switch". Sounds like the kind of movie that my kids can't see, lol.

 

[shdwghst457_imp]

Africa Twin ... ah ... sounds like a reimagined Bogart movie.

And how about that functionality enhancing "G-switch". Sounds like the kind of movie that my kids can't see, lol.

You can't just hit it though; takes some practice to get good at using it.

If it's rated at 95ish HP would it feel any quicker than the humble CB1100, or do other factors make it even out?

 

[ingobohn_imp]

Not clear if it's DCT only or if that is just an option. I'd think DCT only would kill it but then I'm not a fan.

IN EUROPE are 3 Versions:
1) whitout ABS and whitout Control Traction
2) ABS + Control of Traction
3) DCT + ABS + Control of Traction

As from 2016 on, motor cycles (> 125 ccm) in Europe must have ABS I doubt that version 1) will be available in Europe. I guess it is only for Asian or American market.

 

[BestStandard_imp]

Honda announces further details on the 2016 Africa Twin USA model:

Honda announces details on 2016 Africa Twin | Powersports Business