270-degree Phased Crankshaft

A 270-degree phased crankshaft and uneven firing interval gives a distinctive sound and feel while helping to produce strong and linear power and instant response anywhere in the rev range.

Exhaust Control Valve

To better manage the uprated intake efficiency and higher output the exhaust end-can now features a variable Exhaust Control Valve (ECV) very similar to the unit fitted to the CBR1000RR. It enhances both engine performance and efficiency as it opens at higher rpm and gives a pleasing

Assist Slipper Clutch

The aluminum clutch centre and pressure plate use ‘assist’ cams to ease upshifts and ‘slipper’ cams for deceleration and downshifting; the clutch diameter is now smaller and features reduced spring tension for lighter lever feel.

DCT - Cornering and Incline Detection

The addition of the new six-axis IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) now allows two new features on the DCT models–

G (Gravel) Switch

The DCT is specially engineered to handle off-road adventures, thanks in part to the G switch, which can be accessed through the TFT touch screen display. Activating the G switch in any riding mode improves the feel for available traction and machine control by reducing the amount of clutch slip

Riding Modes

The Africa Twin has four default riding modes: Tour, Urban, Gravel and the all new Off-Road mode as well as two customisable User modes to cover any riding conditions or situations. Each of these modes presets power delivery, engine braking, ABS settings and HSTC torque control.

Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)

The Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) system comes with seven (7) levels of torque control, and an “off” setting. Thanks to the new IMU which can determine when the rear-wheel starts to slip out and it will seamlessly modulate your torque control to keep you in that sweet spot during

Wheelie Control

New for 2020 is Wheelie control. This system takes cues from the IMU to know when and how fast the front wheel is lifting and reacts accordingly. There are

A bolt-on aluminum subframe replaces the integral steel structure of the previous design and is 40 mm slimmer at a width of 195 mm – crucial for easier ground reach.

Aluminum Swingarm

The aluminum swingarm is all-new, 500g lighter and improves rigidity, rear wheel traction and rider feel.

Body

Aggressive and compact - two words that sum up the Africa Twin's new
rally-style body work. The frame is now also 1.8 kg (4 lb) lighter than before.

Riding Position:

While the Africa Twin maintains its two position seat (870 mm standard and
850 mm in the low position), the seat is now 20 mm thinner, giving it a more

New Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)

At the very heart of the Africa Twin’s elevated on- and off-road performance is a Bosch MM7.10 six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) that measures
6-axis of data and sends that information to other critical systems like: HSTC, ABS and wheelie control… these systems then make adjustments in real-time

Hand Guards

Hand guards come standard, and for colder weather rides, hand guard extensions and heated grips are available as Honda Genuine Accessories for the Africa Twin

Multi Information Display

Multi Information Display (MID) 6.5-inch TFT touch screen keeps the rider in control of all of the Africa Twin’s systems, including riding modes, HSTC, Wheelie

Indicators

The front and rear turn signlas are now self-cancelling; rather than using a simple timer, the system compares front and rear wheel speed difference and calculates when you've completed your turn or lane change.

Cruise Control

Cruise control is now a standard feature on the Africa Twin, making those long straights between trails all the more comfortable.