# Off-Road Motorbikes The Honda 2016 CRF1000L Africa Twin is Designed For Off-Road Riding By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-07-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/africa-twin References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/honda-2016-crf1000l-africa-twin/38614/) & [world.honda](http://world.honda.com/news/2015/2150724CRF1000L-Africa-Twin/index.html) The [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-utvs) African Twin logo is the stuff of legend; now the super-recognizable piece will make a highly-anticipated return on the brand new CRF1000L officially unveiled by Honda. The motorcycle is designed for bikers looking to rip it up off-road. This is reflected in the bike's name, with CRF referring to Honda's contemporary Motocross and [Enduro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desertx) competition bikes. This bike is outfitted with a 998 cc two-cylinder engine along with a Unicam 4-valve design and a 270-degree crankshaft. The engine is capable of pumping out 94 horsepower and offers 72.3 pounds-feet of torque, all of which comes through via a six-speed gearbox. This Honda [Africa Twin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sporttouring-motorcycle) offering is all about off-road cred, and with features like 9.8-inch ground clearance and clutch casing-housed water pumps, this bike is truly designed to help you enjoy your riding off the beaten path. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Off-road Bikes:** The rise of off-road motorbikes as a niche market presents opportunities for innovators to create specialized products for off-road enthusiasts. - **Adventure Tourism:** The popularity of off-road riding and the design of specialized off-road motorcycles presents an opportunity for the adventure tourism industry to create unique and exciting experiences for their customers. - **Customization:** The demand for personalized off-road experiences provides opportunities for innovators to create customizable bikes and accessories tailored to each rider's needs and preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** The design and production of specialized off-road motorcycles, such as the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin, represents an opportunity for motorcycle manufacturers to expand their product line and cater to a niche market. - **Sports and Recreation:** Off-road riding presents an opportunity for sports and recreation companies to create events and competitions focused on this exciting and growing niche market. - **Aftermarket Accessories:** The demand for personalized off-road experiences provides an opportunity for aftermarket accessory manufacturers to develop and market specialized add-ons for motorcycles, such as custom seats, exhausts, and lighting options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Desert-Ready Dirt Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desertx.md) - [Versatile Sport-Touring Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sporttouring-motorcycle.md) - [Adventurous Comfort-Focused Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/husqvarna-norden-901-expedition.md) - [Dakar-Ready Dirt Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tnr-700-raid-prototype.md) - [Neo-Retro Style Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/husqvarna-norden-901.md) - [Retro Hybrid Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossfire-125.md) - [Angularly Accented Motorcycle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baak-1200-aventures-motorcycle.md) - [Aggressive Adventurer Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triumph-tiger-900-adventure-motorcycle.md) - [Riproaring Sport Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-sport-motorbikes.md)