Adventure bikes have been accounting for a larger share of motorcycle sales in the last decade and there are a lot of new bikes offering more power, features and performance in the segment. The ADV boom has been so big even Harley Davidson has joined the fray in the last year with their own dual sport adventure based model, but with stiff competition, especially from European brands, buyers now have a lot of compelling choices and one of the most popular options in the last five years has been Honda’s Africa Twin.
The return of the Africa Twin in 2016 was widely anticipated as the worlds largest motorcycle builder had for years been absent from the ADV segment when they quietly retired the previous AT model in 2003. Moreover the U.S. never got the Africa Twin in any official capacity leaving Honda loyalists wanting for a large adventure bike built by the renowned Japanese manufacturer. Honda actually could be considered one of the pioneers in the adventure genre right along side BMW. Before the Africa Twin was the XLV750 and the lesser known XL250R Paris Dakar replica bike produced in 1983 and 1982 respectively. Honda grew the production based bike from its HRC factory Paris Dakar racers and it saw steady improvements over the years growing from 650 to 750cc in it’s narrow v-twin engine layout. Honda also offered the smaller more street focused Transalp ( a bike that the U.S. did get for a few years ) that ranged in displacement from 400cc to 650cc alongside the larger Africa Twin in the late 1980’s and 90’s.
The new Africa Twin (CRF 1000) was well received when it was introduced in 2016, offering riders a more dirt focused ADV bike in a lighter package compared to it’s rivals. The compact parallel twin 1000cc engine helped keep the bike light and thin in the mid section. Good for around 94 HP, the engine had plenty of power to propel the 500lb Africa Twin with the aid of traction control and ABS equipped brakes to help slow it down. Reviewers gave high marks to the Africa Twin for its off road ability, good power from the 1000cc engine and for giving riders an option with the dual clutch transmission, unique in this segment.
Manufactured in March 2016, this example is VIN: JH2SD0404GK000189. The seller acquired it from a private party in Utah.
During their ownership, the seller has covered about 700 miles. The odometer shows 8,065 miles.
Maintenance:
“Basic maintenance, oil change, newer tires”
Modifications:
Pannier Rack
Touratech engine guards
Windshield extender
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Anakee tires with date codes of 3520 and 2521.
The sale includes 2 sets of keys including ignition keys and pannier keys.
Caribou side Panniers
OEM lowered seat.
Cosmetic Blemishes: The seller states that there are no blemishes. Please review the photo album carefully for more detail.
Currently located in Eagle mountain, Utah, this Honda is offered on a clean Utah title.
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