The 1190R was about $1500 more and the AT was only $500 less (but no gear). With the $1500 I saved vs the R, I bought heated grips ($135), KTM crash bars ($350), a set of TKC 80's ($300), KTM tank protection tape ($30) and a Black Dog Cycle Works skid plate. Vs the Africa Twin: 1) Performance!KTM 1090 / 1190 / 1290 Adventure R / S Centre Stand – Pannier Racks – Rear Luggage Racks Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin – Crash Guards Combo Rated 4.88 out of 5
The KTM is sweet to ride but probably not fun to own and maintain, whereas the Honda is a Honda. The Suzuki would be my second choice, as the V-Strom is pretty mighty by reputation, but I think the Africa Twin just gonna be the better valued, longer lasting and cheapest to maintain.
We have the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin priced at ₱950,000 , while KTM 1090 Adventure R is priced at ₱1.03 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin houses 1084 engine whereas KTM 1090 Adventure R engine displacement stands at 1050.
One benefit of the smaller 75-degree, 1,050cc, V-twin engine though is the claim of much better fuel consumption than the bigger 1,301cc engine. KTM say the 1090 will provide 5 litres +/- per 100km, which is rather good for a big V-twin. So with a quick bit of math you can admire how far the 23-litre fuel tank will take you. . 114 26 21 93 281 342 167 342 305