DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2024 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.
- DUCATI Multistrada V4 84 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin 85 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 cm.
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 101 hp (2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) up to 170 hp (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Torque spans 112 Nm (2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) up to 125 Nm (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Weight spans 231 kg (2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin) to 240 kg (DUCATI Multistrada V4).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Multistrada V4) to 1100 cc (2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin).
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| Specification | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DUCATI | HONDA |
| Model | DUCATI Multistrada V4 | Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 101hp |
| Torque | 125nm. | 112nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 240kg | 231kg |
| Front brake | 2 x Ø 320 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston 2-pad callipers, radial master cylinder, Cornering ABS | 310mm dual wave floating hydraulic disc with aluminium hub and radial fit 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads |
| Rear brake | Ø 265 mm disc, Brembo 2-piston floating calliper, Cornering ABS | 256mm wave hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. 2-Channel with rear ABS off mode. |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70 ZR 19 | 90/90-21M/C 54H (Tubeless) |
| Rear tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60 ZR 17 | Bridgestone BATTLAX ADVENTURECROSS TOURER AX41T Metzeler KAROO STREET |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Ø 50 mm fully adjustable usd fork | Showa 45mm cartridge-type inverted telescopic fork with dial-style preload adjuster and DF adjustments, 230mm stroke. |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable monoshock, Remote spring preload adjustment, aluminium double-sided swingarm | Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster and rebound damping adjustments, 220 mm rear wheel travel. |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 190km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 22 L – 7 L/100km | 20.5 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $27000 | $13199 |
| Brand price lists | View DUCATI price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Daytime Running Light, Ducati Brake Light. Backlit handlebar switches, 5" TFT color display. |
Connectivity : Bluetooth audio and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (wired) Riding Modes : Urban, Tour, Gravel, Off Road, User Emergency Stop Signal : Yes Self Cancelling Indicators : Yes 12v Socket : Optional USB Socket : Yes (USB Type A, 1.5A) Quick Shifter : Optional Accessory Transmission Type : Manual Clutch Transmission Cruise Control : Yes Cornering Lights : No ABS System : Selectable ABS MODE with ON road and OFF road Wheels Front : 21M/C x 2.15 Wire spoke with aluminium rim Wheels Rear: 18M/C x MT4.00 Wire spoke with aluminium rim |
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2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs 2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin: listed specifications
The 2023 DUCATI Multistrada V4 and 2024 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin differ on the listed specifications: the Multistrada V4 has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the CRF1100L Africa Twin has more displacement, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CRF1100L Africa Twin has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed power advantage (170 hp vs 101 hp).
Torque
Multistrada V4 has a modest listed torque advantage (125 Nm vs 112 Nm).
Listed top speed
Multistrada V4 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 190 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CRF1100L Africa Twin has a modest listed weight advantage (231 kg vs 240 kg). Multistrada V4 and CRF1100L Africa Twin have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of DUCATI Multistrada V4 vs Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 190 km/h (118 mph) for Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin.
Which has more horsepower, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
DUCATI Multistrada V4 has 170 hp compared with 101 hp on the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin.
Which is lighter, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin?
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin is lighter at 231 kg vs 240 kg for DUCATI Multistrada V4.
Which is better, DUCATI Multistrada V4 or 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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