2016 Africa Twin Spec Sheet

FEATURES & BENEFITS

FEATURE DETAIL BENEFIT
Rally-style, minimalist bodywork Narrow cross-section Eases movement on the bike
Liquid-cooled 998cc parallel twin engine Unicam® head, dry-sump crankcase; several components incorporated into engine High concentration of mass, low center of gravity
Available in versions with conventional or automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Multiple DCT modes, including G Mode; accessory foot-pedal shifter available as an option Rider can select the appropriate mode for conditions, from highway cruising to off-road
Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) standard on both versions Three levels of of torque control; can be switched off when wheel-spin is desired Select ideal torque delivery for conditions
Anti-lock braking (ABS) standard on both versions Rear ABS can be switched off Smooth, confident stopping power, adaptable for conditions
Innovative air-intake design Viscous air filters can be accessed without removing fuel tank Simplifies maintenance
Adjustable saddle Standard seat adjusts between 34.3 and 33.5 inches; an available accessory seat lowers height even more Accommodates a wide range of rider heights
Tapered aluminum handlebar Rubber-mounted Comfortable for off-road use
21 inch/18 inch front/rear wheels Spoke design; tube tires Off-road-ready

•1-year, transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
•Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride.

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE
TYPE 998cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve parallel twin w/ 270º crank & Unicam head
BORE x STROKE 92.0mm x 75.1mm
INDUCTION PGM-FI, 44mm throttle bodies
IGNITION Full transistorized ignition
COMPRESSION RATIO 10.0:1
VALVE TRAIN Chain-driven, OHC with valve lifter & rocker arm

 

DRIVETRAIN
TRANSMISSION Constant-mesh 6-speed manual / 6-speed DCT w/ on- & off-road riding modes
FINAL DRIVE O-ring sealed chain

 

CHASSIS
FRONT SUSPENSION Inverted Showa® 45mm fork w/ 8.0 in. travel; adjustable compression, rebound damping & hydraulic adjustable preload
REAR SUSPENSION Showa shock w/ 8.7 in. travel; adjustable compression, rebound damping & hydraulic adjustable spring preload
FRONT BRAKE Two 310mm wave floating hydraulic discs w/ aluminum hub & radial-fit 4-piston calipers & sintered metal pads
REAR BRAKE Single 256mm wave hydraulic disc w/ 2-piston caliper & sintered metal pads; lever-lock type parking brake system on DCT model
FRONT TIRE 90/90-R21 tube type
REAR TIRE 150/70-R18 tube type

 

GEOMETRY / MEASUREMENTS
RAKE 27° 30’
TRAIL 4.4 in
WHEELBASE 62.0 in.
SEAT HEIGHT Standard position 34.3 in. / Low position 33.5 in.
CURB WEIGHT 511 lbs. (ABS), 534 lbs. (DCT/ABS)
FUEL CAPACITY 4.97 gal.
MPG TBD
COLORS Red/Black/White Dakar Rally, Silver