Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Which is Better?
Looking for the differences betweenHonda CRF1100L Africa Twin and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? This side-by-side comparison covers price, engine specifications, power, torque, fuel tank capacity, dimensions, features, brakes, suspension, tires, and other key specifications to help you decide which motorcycle is the better choice.
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| Specification | Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin | Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Model | Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin | Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Price | ₱950,000 | ₱329,000 |
| Category | Adventure Touring | Adventure Touring / Dual-Sport |
| Engine & Performance | ||
| Engine Type | Parallel Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 8-Valve, Liquid-Cooled | Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, 4-Valve |
| Displacement | 1,084 cc | 452 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 92 mm x 81.5 mm | 84.0 mm x 81.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Maximum Power | 100.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm | 40 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 105 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | 40 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-plate | Wet, Multi-Plate with Assist & Slipper Clutch |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain Drive |
| Top Speed | Approx. 200+ km/h | 140 km/h (Est.) |
| Fuel System | PGM-FI (Electronic Fuel Injection) | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Cooling System | Liquid-Cooled | Liquid-Cooled |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Overall Lenght | 2,330 mm | 2,245 mm |
| Overall Width | 960 mm | 852 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,395 mm | 1,316 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,575 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Seat Height | 850 mm (adjustable) | 825 mm (Adjustable up to 845 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 250 mm | 230 mm |
| Wet Weight | N/A | — |
| Dry Weight | N/A | — |
| Kerb Weight | 225 kg | 196 kg |
| Chassis & Suspension | ||
| Frame Type | Steel Semi-Double Cradle | Twin-Spar Steel Tube Frame |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Inverted Fork (230 mm travel) | 43mm Upside-Down (USD) Fork (Show SFF-BP) |
| Rear Suspension | Mono Shock (220 mm travel) | Linkage Type Monoshock, Preload Adjustable |
| Front Tire | 90/90-R21 | 90/90 - R21 |
| Rear Tire | 150/70-R18 | 140/80 - R17 |
| Tire Type | Tubeless, Radial | Tubeless / Tube-Type (Depending on wheel trim) |
| Front Brake | Dual Disc | Hydraulic Disc (320 mm) with ByBre Caliper |
| Rear Brake | Single Disc | Hydraulic Disc (270 mm) |
| ABS | 2-Channel ABS (with Off-road mode) | Switchable Dual-Channel ABS |
| Electronics & Features | ||
| Riding Modes | Yes (Includes Road/Off-road modes) | Yes (Eco and Performance modes via Ride-by-Wire) |
| Traction Control | Yes (Honda Selectable Torque Control) | Yes (Rear ABS can be turned off for off-roading) |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Quick Shifter | Optional Accessory | No |
| Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Display Type | 6.5-inch TFT Touchscreen | 4-inch Round TFT Color Display |
| Instrument Panel | Digital (Multi-Information Display) | Tripper Dash with Full Map Navigation, Speedometer, Tachometer, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Service Reminder |
| Lighting | LED | All-LED Lighting System (Integrated Tail/Brake/Winkers, LED Headlamp) |
| USB Charger | Yes (USB Type-A) | Yes (Type-C USB Port) |
| Key System | Standard (Immobilizer) | Standard Ignition Key |
| Smart Key | No | No |
| Connectivity | Apple CarPlay / Android Auto / Bluetooth | Bluetooth Smartphone Connectivity with Google Maps Navigation integration |
| Aditional Features | — | Ride-by-Wire Throttle, Off-Road Footpegs, Heavy-Duty Engine Bash Plate |
| Fuel | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18.8 L | 17.0 L |
| Fuel Consumption | 20.5 km/L | 25 to 30 km/L |
| Pricing & Availability | ||
| Price | ₱950,000 | ₱329,000 |
| Color Options | Grand Prix Red, Matte Ballistic Black Metallic, Pearl Glare White | Kaza Brown, Slate Poppy Blue, Slate Himalayan Salt, Kamet White, Hanle Black |
| Availability | Available at authorized Honda Big Bike dealers in the Philippines. | Available at Royal Enfield dealerships across the Philippines |