Honda Australia announces expanded 2026 Africa Twin line-up
Honda Australia has confirmed a four-model Africa Twin range for 2026, extending from a more off-road-focused standard model through to the long-range Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT.
Few names in the adventure motorcycle category have as much history as the Africa Twin.
The original XRV650 Africa Twin arrived in 1988 as a road-going reflection of Honda’s formidable NXR750 rally machine, which helped the company claim four consecutive Paris-Dakar victories between 1986 and 1989.
The larger XRV750 arrived in 1990 and became one of the defining big-bore adventure motorcycles of that era. After a long absence, Honda revived the Africa Twin name in 2016 with the parallel-twin CRF1000L, which was offered with either a conventional six-speed gearbox or Honda’s dual-clutch transmission.
That platform evolved into the larger-capacity CRF1100L generation for 2020, bringing more performance and significantly more electronic sophistication.
Recently, Honda repositioned the Adventure Sports as a more road-biased and touring-oriented member of the family, adopting a 19-inch front wheel in place of the previous 21-inch item.
For 2026, Honda has resisted making any more major mechanical changes. Instead, the Australian Africa Twin range receives revised graphics and color schemes inspired by the marque’s rally racing heritage.
The four-model local line-up includes the Africa Twin, Africa Twin ES, Africa Twin ES DCT and the Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT.
The standard Africa Twin, Africa Twin ES DCT and Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT are available now, with a manual-transmission Africa Twin ES coming soon.
Four-model Honda Africa Twin range
All four models are powered by Honda’s 1084 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine and feature throttle by wire.
Four preset riding modes – Tour, Urban, Gravel and Off-Road – are joined by a configurable user mode, allowing riders to customize electronic settings to suit their preferences.
Standard equipment across the range includes seven-level Honda Selectable Torque Control, selectable ABS, cruise control, an adjustable rally-style windscreen and tool-free seat-height adjustment.
The 6.5-inch touchscreen offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, while Honda says density-optimized seat foam has been developed to improve comfort over long distances.
2026 honda africa twin
From $22,999 RRP
The standard Africa Twin remains the most off-road-oriented and least expensive model in the range.
It has a relatively slim and compact body with an 18.8-litre fuel tank, 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel.
The fully adjustable Showa suspension offers 230 mm of travel at the front and 220 mm at the rear, maintaining the standard model’s focus on rougher terrain and more serious off-road exploration.
For 2026, the standard model will be offered exclusively in Pearl Glare White with Honda’s familiar red, white and blue tricolor treatment.
2026 Honda Africa Twin ES
From $26,199 RRP – available soon
The Africa Twin ES retains the traditional six-speed manual transmission but adds Showa electronically equipped ride adjustment suspension.
The EERA system offers soft, mid, hard and off-road suspension settings with electronic rear spring preload adjustment.
Heated grips are also fitted as standard.
The Africa Twin will share the Pearl Glare White tricolor finish of the ES base model and is expected to be available in Australia soon.
2026 Honda Africa Twin ES DCT
From $27,499 RRP
The Africa Twin ES DCT combines the electronically controlled Showa suspension and touring equipment of the manual ES with Honda’s dual-clutch transmission.
Riders can leave the transmission to change gears automatically or select the ratio manually.
A dedicated G switch modifies the clutch control strategy to reduce clutch slip during gear changes, providing a more direct connection between throttle and rear wheel when riding on loose or uneven terrain.
The Africa Twin ES DCT will be introduced in Grand Prix Red in 2026.
2026 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT
From $29,899 RRP
The Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES remains the long-range flagship of the DCT family.
Its 24.8-litre fuel tank offers significantly more touring range than the 18.8-litre tank used by other models.
It also features a low seat height, short suspension travel and a 19-inch front wheel designed to improve road manners, maneuverability and stability when covering long distances.
Unlike other Africa Twin variants, the Adventure Sports will be available in Australia only with the DCT until 2026.
Its only color option is Iridium Gray Metallic.
Honda Africa Twin Accessories
Honda Australia offers a range of genuine accessories for the Africa Twin, including LED fog lights, a 42-litre aluminum top box and matching aluminum panniers providing storage capacities of 33 and 37 litres.
Aluminum luggage options include Honda’s One Key System, which allows the panniers and top box to be operated using the motorcycle’s ignition key.
The 42-litre top box can accommodate a full-face helmet and also includes a pillion backrest for greater passenger comfort on long journeys.
six year honda warranty
Every 2026 Africa Twin is covered by Honda Australia’s six-year warranty.
Honda Australia General Manager of Powersports and Products, Chris Schultz, described the 2026 Africa Twin range as offering great versatility and value.
“The 2026 Africa Twin is the ultimate expression of go-anywhere freedom, in an incredible value package,” said Schultz.
“Whether you’re traversing remote trails, traveling through the city or heading out on a cross-country adventure, the Africa Twin is ready for anything.”
The 2026 Honda Africa Twin, Africa Twin ES DCT and Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT are now available through Australian Honda dealers, with the manual Africa Twin ES set to follow.
