Suzuki GSX 1100 vs Honda Africa Twin Base (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 1100stacks up against the Honda Africa Twin Base. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 1100Honda Africa Twin Base
Model year19802025
Price
Engine1074 cc1083 cc
Horsepower100 hp
Weight231 kg
Fuel capacity6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3.50-19 / 4.50-17 Bridgestone® Battlax Adventure A41: 90/90 - 21 / Bridgestone® Battlax Adventure A41: 150/70 R18

Suzuki GSX 1100 vs Honda Africa Twin Base — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 1100 and the Honda Africa Twin Base usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 1100 brings 100 hp, while the Honda Africa Twin Base counters with its own power figure at 231 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: