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Honda Africa Twin vs Joy E-bike Thunderbolt

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Africa Twin or Joy E-bike Thunderbolt? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Africa Twin and Thunderbolt. Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Manual and Joy E-bike Thunderbolt Price starts at Rs.2.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Africa Twin is 2 cylinder, 1082 cc Engine can generate 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Joy E-bike Thunderbolt can generate 5000 W power. In terms of mileage, Africa Twin provides a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (base model), and Thunderbolt has a range of 110km/charge (base model). Honda Africa Twin is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Joy E-bike Thunderbolt is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Africa Twin vs Thunderbolt

Key HighlightsHonda Africa TwinJoy E-bike Thunderbolt
PriceRs.16.02 LakhRs.2.33 Lakh
Engine Capacity1082.96 ccN/A
Power97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm5000 W
Mileage/Range20.8 kmpl110 km/charge
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Honda Africa Twin Manual bike
Manual
Rs. 16.02 Lakh
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Joy E-bike Thunderbolt STD bike
STD
Rs. 2.33 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Africa Twin specificationsThunderbolt specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
18.32 Lakh
2.43 Lakh
User Rating
4.2
3.8
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity
24.5 Litres
-
Engine Displacement
1082.96 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Africa Twin Brakes, Suspension & TyresThunderbolt Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
18
-
Wheel Type
Spoke
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
-
Front Wheel Size
21
-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
1
-
Calliper Type
Front-4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper
-
Braking System
Switchable ABS
-
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Upside down Forks
Rear Suspension
Pro-Link
Monoshock
Front Tyre Size
90/90 - 21
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Rear Tyre Size
150/70 - R18
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Front Type
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
256 mm
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Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes

Instrumentation

Africa Twin InstrumentationThunderbolt Instrumentation
Touch Screen Display
1
-
Riding Modes Switch
1
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
-
Tachometer
Digital
-
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
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Body & Suspension

Africa Twin Body & SuspensionThunderbolt Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Semi Double Cradle
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Engine & Transmission

Africa Twin Engine & TransmissionThunderbolt Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1082.96 cc
-
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-Valve & Parallel Twin
DC Brushless Hub Motor
No. of Cylinders
2
-
No. of valves per cylinder
4
-
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Battery Capacity
0.072 kwh
5.29 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium Ion (Fixed Type)
Charging Time
-
9 hours
Range
588 km/charge
110 km/charge
Top Speed
200 kmph
90 kmph
Max Torque
103 Nm @ 6000 rpm
230 Nm
Max Power
97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm
5000 W
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
-
Cooling type
Liquid Cooled
-
Charging Socket
checkYes
-

Comfort & Convenience

Africa Twin Comfort & ConvenienceThunderbolt Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
Tour, Urban, Gravel, Off-Road, User 1 and User 2
-
Low Battery Indicator
1
-
Average Speed Indicator
1
-
Pillion Footrest
1
-
Under Seat Storage
No
-
Distance to Empty Indicator
checkYes
-
Engine Kill Switch
No
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
-
Split
Start Type
Electric Start
Push Button Start

Safety

Africa Twin SafetyThunderbolt Safety
Hazard Warning Switch
1
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
-
Brake Assist
No
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Switchable ABS
No
Power Modes
checkYes
-
Slipper Clutch
Multiplate Wet Clutch
-
Traction Control System
No
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Dimensions & Capacity

Africa Twin Dimensions & CapacityThunderbolt Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2307 mm
2070 mm
Width
963 mm
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Height
1523 mm
-
Wheelbase
1558 mm
-
Ground Clearance
210 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
24.5 Litres
-
Engine Oil Capacity
4.06 Litres
-
Body Type
Adventure
Commuter
Unladden/Kerb Weight
239 kg
-
Seat Height
810 mm
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Entertainment & Communication

Africa Twin Entertainment & CommunicationThunderbolt Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
checkYes
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Pros & Cons

Africa Twin Pros & ConsThunderbolt Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Aggresively priced
  • DCT gearbox is quite beneficial
  • Engine offers strong mide range
Cons
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Honda Africa Twin and Joy E-bike Thunderbolt Owner Reviews

  • Africa Twin Review
  • Thunderbolt Review
    • R
      Rohit
      2 Year ago
      Review for Honda Africa Twin
      4.0
      sales and service reach needs to be increased.
      Likes (1)
    • VS
      Vijay Soni
      2 Year ago
      Review for Honda Africa Twin
      3.8
      All that I can say is this is just a monster bike with aggressive features.
      Likes (2)
    • MK
      Manoj Kumar
      2 Year ago
      Review for Honda Africa Twin
      3.8
      I think this should be available at all honda showrooms.
      Likes (2)
    • HM
      Hitesh Mehta
      2 Year ago
      Review for Joy E-bike Thunderbolt
      4.0
      It is one of the best EV bike.
      Like
    • GS
      Gaurav Singh
      2 Year ago
      Review for Joy E-bike Thunderbolt
      3.8
      One of the best EV bike that I simply love the most.
      Likes (1)
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    Honda Africa Twin and Joy E-bike Thunderbolt FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Honda Africa Twin?
    The on-road price of Honda Africa Twin is Rs. 18.32 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Joy E-bike Thunderbolt?
    The on-road price of Joy E-bike Thunderbolt is Rs. 2.43 Lakh in New Delhi.