HONDA CRF1000L Africa Twin DTC (2017-Present) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda CRF1000L was a 998cc parallel-twin dual-sports motorcycle that returned the Africa Twin name for the 2016 model year. The bike became available in the UK in late 2015 and in the US in early 2016.

In 2017, the Japanese motorcycle maker introduced the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT, an adventure motorcycle. Compared to the standard model, this model packs a Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). Both models were available with ABS and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC).

The original African Twin model was sold in Europe from 1988 until 2003. It was never sold in the American market. It was intended to respond to road-focused adventure machines such as the BMW R1200GS, Ducati Multistrada, and Triumph Tiger Explorer.

The 2017 Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin DCT's engine remained unchanged from the 2016 model. The bike packed the same 998cc four-stroke parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine, delivering an output power of 95 hp at 7,500 rpm and 98 Nm (72 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.

The visual department was characterized by standard features such as an upper fairing with a small windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a dual exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right-hand side, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels with road tires.

For suspension, the motorcycle packed a 45 mm inverted Showa telescopic fork on the front with 230 mm of travel and a Pro-Link swingarm tied to a single shock absorber with 220 mm of travel.