Honda Africa Twin AS ES
Fuel up and hit the horizon on this Dakar legend descendant
Out of the two Africa Twin models, the Adventure Sports is certainly the one to opt for if you are a road rider who wants a mile-muncher and has limited interest in off-road riding. The new engine injects a welcome boost in performance that, while not R1250GS topping, is certainly a noticeable improvement. The lower seat height and narrower waist mean it feels less intimidating at slow speed and the electronic suspension delivers a plush ride quality. The dash is excellent, but the switchgear and interfaces are frustratingly complex. Showa’s Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (EERA) is linked to the six-axis IMU as well as stroke sensors and has three road settings and an off-road setting and can have its shock’s preload adjusted while the bike is stationary to suit two-up or riding with luggage.
Overall, the AS ES has more than enough comfort levels to let you see off its 300-mile range in one sitting.