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Manufacturer | Honda |
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Production | since 1999 |
Predecessor | Honda Africa Twin, 1988 |
Class | Dual-sport [1] |
Engine | 996 cc (60.8 cu in), liquid-cooled, 90° V-twin |
Bore / stroke | 98 mm × 66 mm (3.9 in × 2.6 in) |
Compression ratio | 9.8:1 |
Top speed | 200 km/h (125 mph)[ citation needed ] |
Power | 93 hp (69 kW) @ 8,000 rpm[ citation needed ] |
Torque | 98 N⋅m (72 lbf⋅ft) @ 6,000 rpm[ citation needed ] |
Transmission | Five speed then Six-speed, chain O-ring-sealed chain; 16T/47T |
Suspension | Front: 43 mm telescopic fork; 155 mm (6.1 in) travel Rear: Pro-Link single shock with spring preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 145 mm (5.7 in) travel |
Brakes | Front: double disc Rear: disc |
Tires | 110/80R–19 radial front; 150/70R–17 radial rear |
Wheelbase | 1,560 mm (61 in) |
Dimensions | L: 2,295 mm (90.4 in) |
Seat height | 838 mm (33.0 in)[ citation needed ] |
Weight | 244.2 kg (538 lb) (dry) 276.7 kg (610 lb)[ citation needed ] (wet) |
Fuel capacity | 25L average fuel consumption 6.5L/100km[ citation needed ] |
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