Honda Africa Twin vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Africa Twin or Triumph Speed Twin 1200? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Africa Twin and Speed Twin 1200. Honda Africa Twin Price starts at Rs.16.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MT and Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Price starts at Rs.13.45 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Africa Twin is 2 cylinder, 1082 cc Engine can generate 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is a N/A cylinder, 1200 cc Engine can generate 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Africa Twin provides a mileage of 20.8 kmpl (base model), and Speed Twin 1200 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Honda Africa Twin is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.
Africa Twin vs Speed Twin 1200
Key Highlights | Honda Africa Twin | Triumph Speed Twin 1200 |
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Price | Rs.16.02 Lakh | Rs.13.45 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1082 cc | 1200 cc |
Power | 97.89 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 20.8 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Africa Twin specifications | Speed Twin 1200 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 18.32 Lakh Price Breakup | 15.39 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.5 Litres | - |
Engine Displacement | 1082 cc | 1200 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Africa Twin Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speed Twin 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | 310 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks& 120mm travel |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 41 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 18 | 160/60 R17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopic | 43mm USD Marzocchi forks& 120mm travel |
Rear Suspension | Pro-Link | Twin Marzocchi RSUs with external reservoirs and adjustable preload& 116 mm wheel travel |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 | 120/70 R17 |
Instrumentation
Africa Twin Instrumentation | Speed Twin 1200 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Exterior
Africa Twin Exterior | Speed Twin 1200 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Africa Twin Warranty | Speed Twin 1200 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years or 32000 km | - |
Body & Suspension
Africa Twin Body & Suspension | Speed Twin 1200 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | - | |
Frame Type | Semi Double Cradle | Tubular steel& with steel cradles |
Engine & Transmission
Africa Twin Engine & Transmission | Speed Twin 1200 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1082 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-Valve & Parallel Twin | Liquid Cooled Parallel Twin& 8 Valve& SOHC& 2700 Firing Order |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 8 | 8 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.072 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | - |
Top Speed | 200 kmph | - |
Bore x Stroke | 92 mm x 81.45 mm | 97.6 mm X 80 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
Africa Twin Comfort & Convenience | Speed Twin 1200 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 4 | 2 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
Africa Twin Safety | Speed Twin 1200 Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | No | No |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 4 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet& multi-plate& slip |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Africa Twin Dimensions & Capacity | Speed Twin 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2307 mm | 2099 mm |
Width | 963 mm | 792 mm |
Height | 1523 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase | 1558 mm | 1413 mm |
Ground Clearance | 210 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.5 Litres | - |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4.06 Litres | - |
Body Type | Adventure | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 810 mm | 805 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 239 kg | 216 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
Africa Twin Entertainment & Communication | Speed Twin 1200 Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | Yes | - |
Pros & Cons
Africa Twin Pros & Cons | Speed Twin 1200 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Honda Africa Twin and Triumph Speed Twin 1200
Safety
Africa Twin comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Speed Twin 1200 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Honda Africa Twin has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Triumph Speed Twin 1200, on the other hand, has USB Charger Port.
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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 Triumph Speed Twin 1200?
The on-road price of Triumph Speed Twin 1200 is Rs. 15.39 Lakh in New Delhi.