Honda Africa Twin 1150 showcased at EICMA will eventually come to India

Honda showcased the new Africa Twin 1150 at EICMA 2026. Now, India already gets the Africa Twin and we believe the new version will also arrive sooner or later as a CBU offering via the Honda Big Wing channel.The range comprises three versions, all sharing the same engine, frame and electronic package. However, they differ in their front wheel sizes, suspension setups, kerb weights and fuel tank capacities.The standard Africa Twin gets a 21-inch front wheel, an 18.8-litre fuel tank and a kerb weight of 237kg, making it the most balanced offering in the lineup. The Adventure Sports, meanwhile, weighs 245kg and features a smaller 19-inch front wheel, a larger 24.2-litre fuel tank. In Italy, it is available exclusively with a manual gearbox. The Honda Sensing Ride variant adds DCT and two radars, enabling features such as adaptive cruise control, collision warnings and blind-spot detection. This takes its kerb weight to 256kg.Completing the lineup is the Enduro Sports, the most off-road-focused version and the biggest addition to the range. Weighing 228kg, it is also the lightest of the three. It does away with the electrically adjustable windscreen, instead featuring mechanical suspension with 240mm of travel at the front and 230mm at the rear. Ground clearance stands at 260mm, while a manual gearbox and HRC Tricolour livery further distinguish this variant. The parallel-twin engine has been enlarged to 1,131cc, with a 94mm bore and a 12.1:1 compression ratio. It now produces 119bhp and 119Nm of torque. The frame and swingarm have shed 1.4kg, while the redesigned fuel tank extends partially beneath the seat to help lower the motorcycle's centre of gravity. The Showa EERA suspension now incorporates the Skyhook Control system, while the number of riding modes has increased from four to six, with all six offering customisation options.Instrumentation comprises two displays measuring 5.7 and 7 inches, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The handlebars and footpegs have also been redesigned to create a more active riding position. Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - Ends