2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT

The 2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT in Darkness Black Metallic is a premium adventure-touring motorcycle designed for riders who want long-distance comfort, genuine off-pavement capability, electronically controlled suspension, and the convenience of Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission. Available at MotoMember, this used Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT combines a 1,084cc parallel-twin engine with a 6-speed DCT, advanced Showa electronic suspension, selectable riding modes, cruise control, a large-capacity fuel tank, and sophisticated rider-assistance technology. The Darkness Black Metallic finish gives this adventure motorcycle a purposeful, sophisticated appearance that complements its tall stance and rugged design.

The Adventure Sports ES DCT expands the Africa Twin platform with equipment aimed at riders who travel farther and encounter a wider variety of conditions. Increased fuel capacity, enhanced wind protection, tubeless wire-spoke wheels, heated grips, cornering lights, and electronic suspension make it equally appealing for highway touring, winding backroads, and appropriate unpaved routes. Shoppers searching for a used 2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT for sale will find a highly versatile motorcycle engineered for serious adventure travel.

• Long-distance adventure touring
• Highway travel
• Backroad exploration
• Gravel and appropriate unpaved roads
• Riders who prefer DCT operation
• Two-up recreational touring
• Riders wanting electronic suspension
• Multi-day motorcycle trips

• 1,084cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine
• Unicam® four-valve cylinder heads
• 270-degree crankshaft
• 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
• Automatic and manual shifting modes
• Throttle-by-wire
• Multiple selectable riding modes
• Honda Selectable Torque Control
• Wheelie Control
• Cornering ABS
• Cruise control
• Showa Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment
• Electronic damping adjustment
• Electronic rear preload adjustment
• 6.5-inch TFT touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay® integration
• Android Auto™ integration
• Bluetooth® connectivity
• Heated grips
• Cornering lights
• LED lighting
• Tubeless wire-spoke wheels
• Large-capacity fuel tank
• Adjustable windscreen
• Darkness Black Metallic finish

Engine: 1,084cc liquid-cooled Unicam® parallel-twin
Crankshaft: 270-degree
Fuel System: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Transmission: 6-speed automatic Dual Clutch Transmission
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 45mm Showa electronically controlled inverted fork
Rear Suspension: Pro-Link® Showa electronically controlled shock
Front Brakes: Dual 310mm floating discs with radial-mount four-piston calipers and ABS
Rear Brake: 256mm disc with ABS
Front Wheel: 21-inch
Rear Wheel: 18-inch
Wheels: Tubeless wire-spoke
Fuel Capacity: Approximately 6.5 gal.
Seat Height: Adjustable, approximately 33.5–34.3 in.
Ground Clearance: Approximately 9.8 in.
Curb Weight: Approximately 555 lbs.
Seating Capacity: 2

At the heart of the Africa Twin Adventure Sports is Honda's 1,084cc parallel-twin engine. Its 270-degree crankshaft provides a distinctive power delivery with strong, usable torque throughout the rev range. The engine's character works particularly well for an adventure motorcycle, providing controlled low-speed response for more technical situations along with plenty of performance for highway travel and passing.

Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission is one of this model's defining features. Instead of a conventional hand-operated clutch and foot shifter, the DCT uses electronically controlled clutches to handle gear changes. Riders can allow the system to shift automatically or manually select gears using handlebar-mounted controls, providing flexibility for different roads, traffic conditions, and riding styles.

The ES model features electronically controlled Showa suspension designed to make adapting the motorcycle to changing conditions easier. Electronic damping adjustment allows the suspension response to be tailored to different riding environments, while selectable rear preload settings help accommodate combinations of rider, passenger, luggage, and touring equipment.

Honda complements the chassis with an extensive electronics package. Throttle-by-wire enables multiple riding modes, while Honda Selectable Torque Control and Wheelie Control allow the rider to tailor electronic intervention. Cornering-sensitive ABS adds braking assistance that accounts for motorcycle lean angle.

The Adventure Sports is particularly well equipped for covering substantial distances. Its approximately 6.5-gallon fuel tank provides greater range potential than the standard Africa Twin, while the adjustable windscreen and substantial front bodywork provide useful protection from highway airflow. Cruise control and heated grips further enhance comfort during long rides and changing temperatures.

A 6.5-inch full-color TFT touchscreen provides access to vehicle settings and riding information. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility add supported smartphone functionality for navigation, communication, and entertainment when properly connected.

Adventure-focused hardware includes a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel, a combination that helps the Africa Twin handle a variety of surfaces. Tubeless wire-spoke construction retains the rugged appearance and characteristics expected from an adventure motorcycle while adding the convenience of tubeless tires. Generous suspension travel and approximately 9.8 inches of ground clearance further support exploration beyond smooth pavement.

The Darkness Black Metallic finish gives this 2021 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT an especially sharp appearance. Its deep metallic black bodywork works with the dark chassis components, exposed parallel-twin engine, wire-spoke wheels, protective hardware, and tall adventure-bike profile to create an understated but purposeful look.

Q: What engine powers the 2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT?
It uses Honda's 1,084cc liquid-cooled Unicam parallel-twin engine with a 270-degree crankshaft, providing broad, usable performance for touring, backroads, and adventure riding.

Q: Does the DCT version require manual shifting?
No. Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission can select gears automatically without a conventional clutch lever. Riders can also manually command gear changes using the handlebar controls when desired.

Q: What does ES mean on the Africa Twin Adventure Sports?
ES identifies the model's electronically controlled Showa suspension system, which provides electronic damping adjustment and selectable rear preload settings for different riding conditions and loads.

Q: What makes the Adventure Sports different from the standard Africa Twin?
The Adventure Sports places greater emphasis on long-distance travel with its larger fuel capacity, enhanced wind protection, heated grips, cornering lights, tubeless wire-spoke wheels, and additional touring-oriented equipment. The ES version further adds electronically controlled suspension.

For riders looking for a premium adventure motorcycle with a powerful 1,084cc parallel twin, DCT convenience, electronic suspension, sophisticated rider technology, long-distance comfort, and genuine versatility, the 2021 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT in Darkness Black Metallic is available at MotoMember. Contact MotoMember today to confirm pricing, availability, condition, installed accessories, and financing options, or visit the dealership to experience this Honda adventure motorcycle in person.

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