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 | - | - |
Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 24 kmpl | - | - |
Kerb Weight | 233 kg | 239 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
Max Power | 93.87 bhp @ 8,250 rpm | 97.89 bhp @ 7,500 rpm | - | - |
Max Torque | 92 Nm @ 6,250 rpm | 103 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | - | - |
Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 853 cc | 1082 cc | - | - |
Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
Bore | 84 mm | 92 mm | - | - |
Stroke | 77 mm | 81.45 mm | - | - |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 8 | - | - |
Compression Ratio | 12.7 : 1 | 10.0:1 | - | - |
Ignition | Digital | Digital | - | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | - | - |
Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | - | - |
Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate | - | - |
Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 litres | 24.5 litres | - | - |
Reserve Fuel Capacity | 3.5 litres | 3.6 litres | - | - |
Riding Range | 360 Km | 588 Km | - | - |
Mileage - ARAI | 24 kmpl | 24 kmpl | - | - |
Mileage - Owner Reported | N/A | 24 kmpl | - | - |
Top Speed | 200 Kmph | 200 Kmph | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Switchable ABS | - | - |
Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Front Brake Size | 305 mm | 310 mm | - | - |
Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Rear Brake Size | 265 mm | 256 mm | - | - |
Calliper Type | Front - 2 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper | Front-4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke | - | - |
Front Wheel Size | 21 inch | 21 inch | - | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 18 inch | - | - |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 | 90/90 - 21 | - | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 150/70 - R17 | 150/70 - R18 | - | - |
Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
Radial Tyres | Yes | No | - | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 psi | 29 psi | - | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 36 psi | 36 psi | - | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 psi | 32 psi | - | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | 41 psi | - | - |
Front Suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm | Telescopic | - | - |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium dual swing arm, central WAD spring strut, | Pro-Link | - | - |
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 | - | - |
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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Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Mobile App Connectivity | Yes | Yes | - | - |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes | - | - |
USB charging port | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Stepped Seat | Yes | Yes | - | - |
No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Low Oil Indicator | 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 | - | - |
Killswitch | 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 | - | - |
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.