Detailed comparison of BMW F850 GS and Honda Africa Twin. The ex-showroom price of BMW F850 GS is ₹ 12,50,000 and Honda Africa Twin is ₹ 16,01,500. BMW F850 GS is available in 2 colours and Honda Africa Twin is available in 2 colours. Compare BMW F850 GS vs Honda Africa Twin based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between F850 GS and Africa Twin.
| BMW F850 GS 4.0 out of 5 | Honda Africa Twin 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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BMW F850 GS vs Honda Africa Twin Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 853 cc | 1082 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 24 kmpl | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 233 kg | 239 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Top Speed | 200 Kmph | 200 Kmph | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | 24 kmpl | 24 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | 360 Km | 588 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 3.5 litres | 3.6 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 litres | 24.5 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 853 cc | 1082 cc | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 12.7 : 1 | 10.0:1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 8 | - | - |
| Stroke | 77 mm | 81.45 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 84 mm | 92 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 92 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | 103 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 93.87 bhp @ 8,250 rpm | 97.89 bhp @ 7,500 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 24 kmpl | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 233 kg | 239 kg | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,305 mm | 2,307 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 922 mm | 963 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,356 mm | 1,523 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,593 mm | 1,558 mm | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 210 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 860 mm | 810 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Bridge-type frame, steel shell construction | Semi Double Cradle | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 | 90/90 - 21 | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut, | Pro-Link | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm | Telescopic | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | 41 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | 32 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | 36 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 psi | 29 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Size | 150/70 - R17 | 150/70 - R18 | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 18 inch | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 21 inch | 21 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 2 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper | Front-4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 265 mm | 256 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 305 mm | 310 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 3 Year | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | Unlimited Kilometers | 32000 Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah, maintenance-free | 12V, 6Ah | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | Dual LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | LED Tail Lamp | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | Keyless Ride, Riding Modes Pro | Six Riding Modes: Tour, Urban, Gravel, Off-Road, User 1 and User 2 | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Racing Blue Metallic
White
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Matte Ballistic Black Metallic
Pearl Glare White
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Q: Which bike is better, BMW F850 GS or Honda Africa Twin?
A: According to our expert rating, BMW F850 GS has a score of 4.0/5 whereas Honda Africa Twin scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among BMW F850 GS and Honda Africa Twin, which bike is cheaper?
A: BMW F850 GS is cheaper than Honda Africa Twin . BMW F850 GS has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 12,50,000 while the ex-showroom price of Honda Africa Twin is ₹ 16,01,500.
Q: Apart from BMW F850 GS and Honda Africa Twin, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from BMW F850 GS and Honda Africa Twin the other similar alternatives are Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT, Harley-Davidson Bronx Streetfighter, Harley-Davidson Bronx Streetfighter and BMW F850 GS.
