In a motorcycling landscape full of adventure-styled bikes, there is a gap. And that gap exists for riders that desire performance, handling, long range comfort, and technology but not necessarily the image or physical dimensions of ‘adventure’. In other words, what they want is a straightforward touring machine, but one with a rich specification list and a sporty edge to its performance – the sort of bike that deals with the weekday commute efficiently and usefully and is also ready for an extended tour, fully loaded.
The NT1100 is precisely that bike. A new breed of Honda tourer, it’s designed to draw those with a long memory of similar Honda machines of the past, but also attract a much younger rider. Employing the frame and characterful twin-cylinder engine of the CRF1100L Africa Twin as a base, engaging performance is assured. But it’s also packed with features that build and broaden any motorcycle’s appeal. Comfortable, agile, enjoyable. The NT1100 in a nutshell. Sleek, subtle styling delivers efficient aerodynamic performance with a riding position tailored for touring. Screen height and angle are 5-way adjustable and upper and lower wind deflectors also work to protect the rider. A 6.5-inch TFT touch screen provides full colour, customisable displays and offers Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® connectivity. Cruise control, heated grips and sizable integrated panniers are standard equipment. The NT1100’s steel semi-double cradle frame employs a relatively short wheelbase and sharp steering geometry while suspension is via 43mm Showa cartridge-type inverted front forks and single-tube rear shock. Rear spring preload adjusts hydraulically. Dual 310mm front discs are paired with 4-piston radial-mount calipers; tyres are sized 120/70-17 front and 180/55-17 rear.
It also features full-fat performance from the twin-cylinder engine, inherited from the Africa Twin, but with intake and exhaust tuned for super-smooth acceleration and a pleasing low-rpm sound. The performance does not come to the detriment of fuel economy: the engine’s efficiency allows a 400km range from the 20 litre fuel tank.
The electronic package includes 3-level Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Wheelie Control, full LED lights, self-cancelling indicators and Emergency Stop Signals. And finding a natural home in the NT11000, Honda’s six-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) is an option.
ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve Parallel Twin with 270° crank and uni-camDisplacement 1084cc
Bore x Stroke 92mm x 81.5mm
Compression Ratio 10.1:1
Max. Power Output 75kW at 7,500rpm
Max. Torque 104Nm at 6,250rpm
Noise Level L-urban73.6dB, L-wot78.4dB – MT;
L-urban 73.6dB, L-wot 79.4dB – DCT
Oil Capacity 4.8 – MT
5.2 – DCT
FUEL SYSTEM
Carburation PGM-FI electronic fuel injectionFuel Tank Capacity 20.4L
CO2 Emissions 116g/km
Fuel Consumption 5L/100km (20km/L)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Capacity 12V/11.2AH
DRIVETRAIN
Clutch Type Wet, multiplate clutch
Transmission Type MT: 6-speed Manual Transmission
DCT: 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
Final Drive Chain
FRAME
Type Semi double cradleCHASSIS
Dimensions (L´W´H) 2240mm x 865mm x 1360mm (low screen position)
Wheelbase 1,535mm
Caster Angle 26.5°
Trail 108mm
Seat Height 820mm
Ground Clearance 175mm
Kerb Weight 238Kg – MT
248Kg – DCT
SUSPENSION
Type Front Showa 43mm SFF-BP type inverted telescopic fork with dial-style preload adjuster, 150mm stroke.Type Rear Monoblock aluminium swing arm with Pro-Link with SHOWA gas-charged damper, hydraulic dial-style preload adjuster, 150mm axle travel.
WHEELS
Type Front Multi-spoke cast aluminiumType Rear Multi-spoke cast aluminium
Tyres Front 120/70R17 M/C
Tyres Rear 180/55R17 M/C
BRAKES
ABS System Type 2-channel ABSType Front Radial mounted four-piston brake caliper, 310mm floating double disc
Type Rear Single piston caliper, 256mm single disc
INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS
Instruments 6.5inch TFT Touch Panel Multi information display & secondary LCD meterSecurity System HISS
Headlight LED with DRL
Taillight LED
Connectivity Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
USB USB
12V Socket Yes
Auto Winker cancel Yes
Quickshifter Accessory
Cruise Control Yes
Additional Features 5 Riding Modes