119 hp / 87.5 kW
Power
119 Nm
Torque
228 kg
Weight
1,131 ccm
Displacement
199 km/h
Top Speed
The 2027 Honda CRF1150L Africa Twin Enduro Sports is the most off-road focused version of the new Africa Twin generation. It uses the 1,131 cc parallel twin with 119 hp, has 240/230 mm of suspension travel, 260 mm ground clearance and fully adjustable mechanical Showa suspension. It weighs 228 kg fully fuelled, 239 kg with DCT.
Model Details
| Lifecycle | new |
| Changes | Compared with the standard 2027 Africa Twin: 20 mm more suspension travel (240/230 mm), 260 instead of 240 mm ground clearance, seat height 870 to 890 instead of 850 to 870 mm, 9 kg lighter (228 instead of 237 kg), fully adjustable mechanical Showa suspension instead of Showa EERA, wheelbase 1,585 mm (+10 mm), compact rally bodywork with high front mudguard and short tail, no standard heated grips. Engine, frame, electronics and cockpit identical. |
Model Info
| Vehicle Type | dual_sport |
| Target Audience | Off-road focused adventure riders, off-road explorers, riders with rally ambitions |
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type | Parallel twin, liquid-cooled, Unicam (SOHC), 4 valves per cylinder, 270° crank |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,131 ccm |
| Bore x Stroke | 94,0 x 81,5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12,1:1 |
| Power | 119 hp |
| Power (kW) | 87.5 kW |
| Power at RPM | 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 119 Nm |
| Torque at RPM | 5,750 rpm |
| Fuel System | PGM-FI fuel injection, throttle-by-wire, 52 mm throttle bodies |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5+ |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | 6-speed (optional DCT dual-clutch transmission) |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate, assist and slipper function (DCT: two clutch packs) |
Performance
| Top Speed | 199 km/h |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 l/100km |
| Range | 369 km |
| Power-to-Weight | 0.5 hp/kg |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Steel semi-double cradle frame, aluminium swingarm |
| Front Fork | 49 mm USD, closed cartridge, fully adjustable |
| Fork Brand | Showa |
| Fork Diameter | 49 mm |
| Front Travel | 240 mm |
| Front Suspension Adj. | Fully adjustable (mechanical) |
| Rear Shock | Showa monoshock (Pro-Link) |
| Shock Brand | Showa |
| Rear Travel | 230 mm |
| Rear Suspension Adj. | Fully adjustable (mechanical) |
| Electronic Suspension | No |
Brakes
| Front Disc Count | 2 |
| Front Disc Size | 310 mm |
| Front Caliper | Nissin 4-piston radial, sintered pads, floating wave discs |
| Front Brake Brand | Nissin |
| Rear Disc Size | 256 mm |
| Rear Caliper | 1-piston |
| ABS | Yes |
| ABS Type | 2-channel ABS, switchable |
| ABS Deactivatable | 1 |
| IMU | Yes |
| IMU Type | 6-axis |
Dimensions & Weight
| Seat Height | 890 mm |
| Seat Height (Low) | 870 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,585 mm |
| Rake | 27.5 ° |
| Wet Weight | 228 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 L |
| Length | 2,340 mm |
| Width | 945 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 260 mm |
Tires & Wheels
| Front Tire | 90/90-21 (Metzeler Karoo Street) |
| Rear Tire | 150/70 R18 (Metzeler Karoo Street) |
| Front Wheel | 21 in spoked wheel, stainless steel spokes (tubeless) |
| Rear Wheel | 18 in spoked wheel, stainless steel spokes (tubeless) |
| Spoke Wheels | Yes |
Electronics & Rider Aids
| Riding Modes | Yes |
| Mode Count | 6 |
| Mode Names | Sport, Touring, Urban, Rain, Offroad, Offroad+ |
| Custom Modes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| TC Levels | 7 |
| TC IMU-based | Yes |
| TC Deactivatable | Yes |
| Wheelie Control | Yes |
| Engine Brake Control | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No |
| Quickshifter | Optional |
| Front Radar | No |
| Rear Radar | No |
| Blind Spot Monitor | No |
Display & Connectivity
| Display | TFT touchscreen + info display (5.7 in) |
| Display Size | 7 " |
| Smartphone Mirroring | Apple CarPlay & Android Auto (wireless) |
| Connectivity | USB-C in lockable smartphone compartment |
| Keyless | Yes |
| Alarm System | Optional |
Lighting
| Headlight | Twin LED headlights |
| Emergency Stop Signal | Yes |
Price & Availability
| Market Launch | April 2027 (UK); Germany not yet announced |
| Colors | Extreme Red |
| A2 Compatible | No |
| Market Note | Weight fully fuelled; DCT version: 239 kg, 5.4 l/100 km. Maximum permitted weight 368 kg (DCT: 378 kg). Range according to Honda around 370 km (manual version). Turning circle 2.6 m. Michelin Anakee Wild approved as an alternative tyre. DCT with off-road modes and incline detection; foot shift lever for DCT and quickshifter for the manual version available as accessories. Heated grips, seat heater and alarm only as accessories. German price not yet announced. |
| Confirmation Source | Honda presentation at EICMA 2026 (Milan, November 2026) |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Lightest Africa Twin of the new generation, long suspension travel and 260 mm ground clearance, 119 hp and 119 Nm, optional DCT with off-road modes, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, smart key
Weaknesses
- High seat (870 to 890 mm), no electronic suspension, smaller tank than the Adventure Sports, heated grips only as an accessory, German price not yet announced
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