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Honda Africa Twin vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

The Honda Africa Twin and KTM 890 Adventure R are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. They land within touching distance on price, so this comes down to character and fit. On paper the KTM 890 Adventure R leads on power with 105 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.

Honda Africa Twin
Our pick
8.7

Honda

Honda Africa Twin
KTM 890 Adventure R
8.7

KTM

KTM 890 Adventure R

The verdict

The Honda Africa Twin edges it overall at 8.7/10, but the KTM 890 Adventure R wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.

Best for new riders

KTM 890 Adventure R

105 hp.

Most exciting

KTM 890 Adventure R

105 hp and 0.50 hp/kg, the strongest here.

Best value

KTM 890 Adventure R

Our 8.7/10 at $14,599, the most bike per dollar.

Easiest to manage

KTM 890 Adventure R

210 kg with an 880 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.

Price & rating
Price$14,799$14,599
KickTheStand score8.7 / 108.7 / 10
Performance
Engine1084cc twin889cc twin
Power101 hp105 hp
Torque105 Nm100 Nm
Power-to-weight0.44 hp/kg0.50 hp/kg
Chassis & brakes
Front suspension45mm Showa USD fork48mm WP Xplor USD fork
Rear suspensionPro-Link monoshockWP Xplor monoshock
Front brakesDual 310mm discs, radial 4-pistonDual 320mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle 256mm discSingle 260mm disc
Dimensions & practicality
Weight231 kg210 kg
Seat height850 mm880 mm
Fuel capacity18.8 L20 L
Suitability
ClassAdventureAdventure
A2 licenceNoNo
Good for beginnersNoNo
Best foradventure, touringadventure

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Honda Africa Twin vs KTM 890 Adventure R: your questions answered

Which is faster, the Honda Africa Twin or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R makes the most power at 105 hp and 100 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.

Which is cheaper, the Honda Africa Twin or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $14,599.

Which is lighter, the Honda Africa Twin or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R is the lightest at 210 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.

Which is better for a beginner, the Honda Africa Twin or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

For a new rider we'd point to the KTM 890 Adventure R: 105 hp and 210 kg make it the most approachable of the group.

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