Honda CRF 1000 L AFRICA TWIN (2015–2016) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: Honda
Model: CRF 1000 L AFRICA TWIN
Category: Adventure
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2015 → 2016
Engine
Displacement (cc): 998
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 95
Power (kW): 70
Torque (Nm): 105
Dimensions
Overall length: 2335 mm
Overall width: 875 mm
Overall height: 1475 mm
Wheelbase: 1575 mm
Ground clearance: 250 mm
Weight (kg): 232
Seat height (mm): 850
Tank (L): 18.8
Tires
Front tire: 90/90-21
Rear tire: 150/70 R18
Front pressure (bar): 2
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Drive chain: 525 chain, 124 links
Sprockets (front / rear): 16 / 42
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK SILMAR8A9S
Plug gap: 0.8-0.9 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE10W-30, API SG
Engine oil (with filter, L): 4.1
Engine oil (without filter, L): 3.9
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF303
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA1708
Coolant (L): 1.63
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / WMTC: 4.7 L/100 km
Real-world range: ~400 km on a full tank (18.8 L)
Note: real-world ±15-30% depending on riding style
Service
Battery: YTZ14S
Service interval (km): 12000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 12,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.16 ± 0.03MM, exhaust cold 0.23 ± 0.02MM. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-30, API SG, 4.1 L with filter change, 3.9 L without filter change. Spark plug: NGK SILMAR8A9S (gap 0.8-0.9 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 4. Coolant capacity: 1.63 L. Chain: 124 links, sprockets 16/42 teeth. Tire pressure: front 2 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 90/90-21, rear 150/70 R18. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE 10W-30, 4.8 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-30)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Premium Liqui Moly Motorbike 4T
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
- Standard TotalEnergies Quartz Moto 4T
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF303
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF303
- Premium K&N KN-303
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA1708
- Premium K&N HA-9916
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA1708
Spark plug
Spec: NGK SIMR8A9, gap 0.8-0.9 mm
- OEM NGK SIMR8A9
- Premium NGK SIMR8A9
- Standard NGK SIMR8A9
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA630HH)
- Premium EBC FA630HH
- Standard EBC FA630 (organic)
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA174HH)
- Premium EBC FA174HH
- Standard EBC FA174 (organic)
Drive chain
Spec: 124 links | Sprockets 16/42 teeth / 124 links
Front sprocket
Spec: 16 teeth
Rear sprocket
Spec: 42 teeth
Front tire
Spec: 90/90-21, 2.0 bar
- OEM OEM 90/90-21
Rear tire
Spec: 150/70 R18, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM 150/70 R18
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa YTZ14S
- OEM OEM battery: Yuasa YTZ14S
- Premium Yuasa YTZ14S
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 4
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
Coolant
Spec: 1.63 L coolant capacity
Service interval
Spec: 12 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.16 ± 0.03MM
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.23 ± 0.02MM
Suspension
Spec: 45 mm USD fork / 721 ml SAE 10W
- OEM Fork: 45 mm USD fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 721 ml SAE 10W
