2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special vs 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special 85 cm Lowest seat here
- 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 85 cm Lowest seat here
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 100 hp (2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) up to 150 hp (2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special).
- Torque spans 112 Nm (2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) up to 128 Nm (2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special).
- Weight spans 231 kg (2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) to 258 kg (2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special | 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HARLEY DAVIDSON | HONDA |
| Model | HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special | 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 150hp | 100hp |
| Torque | 128nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 258kg | 231kg |
| Front brake | radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper, dual rotor, floating, tower- mounted | 310 mm floating discs, 4-piston radial calipers |
| Rear brake | floating, single piston caliper, solid uniform expansion rotor | 256 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | Michelin Scorcher 120/70R19 60V | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tyre | Michelin Scorcher 170/60R17 72V | 150/70-18 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 47 mm inverted fork with electronically adjustable semi-active damping control. Aluminum fork triple clamps | 45 mm inverted fork, preload and DF adjustable, 230 mm travel |
| Rear suspension | Linkage-mounted monoshock with automatic electronic preload control and semi-active compression & rebound damping | mono-shock, adjustable preload and rebound, 220 mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 21.2 L – 5.5 L/100km | 18.8 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $19875 | $25000 |
| Brand price lists | View HARLEY DAVIDSON price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -6.8 inch viewable area Color TFT w/Touch, Bluetooth, ELECTRONIC LINKED BRAKING (ELB), TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS),DRAG-TORQUE SLIP CONTROL SYSTEM (DSCS) -VEHICLE HOLD CONTROL (VHC), TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS), WHEEL LIFT MITIGATION, CORNERING ENHANCED ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (C-ABS) -CORNERING ENHANCED ELECTRONIC LINKED BRAKING (C-ELB), CORNERING ENHANCED TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (C-TCS) -CORNERING DRAG-TORQUE SLIP CONTROL SYSTEM (C-DSCS), ENHANCED LIFT MITIGATION
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– LCD display with speedometer, odometer, gear indicator – LED lights, self-canceling indicators, emergency stop signal |
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2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special vs 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin: Which One is Better for You?
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin are very similar in terms of engine capacity and power. In this case, design, driving comfort, and personal preferences may take precedence. Additionally, 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special, with its 150hp, stands out for users seeking speed and performance.
1. Cylinder Capacity and Performance
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin have almost identical engine capacities, offering similar performance. In this case, design, driving comfort, and other features will play a more significant role in your choice.Both models have an engine capacity of 1100cc. Designed for performance-focused users and professionals.
2. Torque Power
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special, with its 128Nm torque, delivers powerful performance. A high torque value ensures superior acceleration and advantage on steep inclines. 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin, with its 112Nm torque, offers a more balanced ride for city use. 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special is ideal for users requiring rapid acceleration. High torque power offers significant advantages in heavy load carrying, off-road driving, or situations requiring high speed.
3. Top Speed
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special (Adventure) and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin (Adventure) have very similar maximum speed values. 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special offers a slight advantage with a top speed of 240 km/h. However, this difference might not be noticeable for most users.
4. Cooling System
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special features a Liquid-Cooled system, while 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin offers a Liquid-Cooled system. Both models deliver equal performance in their cooling systems.
5. Design and Comfort
2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin are close in weight, offering similar experiences for different usage scenarios. Both models feature the same seat height, offering similar comfort for riders of different heights.
Conclusion
2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin emerges as the winner of this comparison based on total points. 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin have nearly identical engine capacities. 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special, with higher torque, excels in rapid acceleration and steep climbs. 2024 HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special and 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin offer very similar top speed values. Both models have similar cooling systems, offering comparable performance for long journeys. In conclusion, 2023 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin stands out in terms of technical specifications and overall performance. However, depending on your riding preferences and usage needs, both models offer unique advantages.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special vs 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special is listed at 240 km/h vs 220 km/h for 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin.
Which has more horsepower, HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special or 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special has 150 hp compared with 100 hp on the 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin.
Which is better, HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America 1250 Special or 2025 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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