Honda Africa Twin launched in India at Rs 12.90 lakh; bookings open for first 50 buyers only

The Honda Africa Twin has finally arrived in India! The much-awaited adventure tourer comes to India with a price tag of Rs 12.90 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and will take the CKD route with assembly in India.If you are interested in buying one, you will need to hurry up and get to the closest Honda Wing World outlet as the booking have opened, but only for the first 50 customers.Out of the lucky 50 owners of the first wave, a few will be selected to attend the outdoor, "True Adventure" Honda Africa Twin India event as well.[caption id="attachment_376321" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Honda Africa Twin with Accessories[/caption]The Honda CRF1000L is an adventure tourer that is powered by a liquid-cooled 998 cc, parallel-twin engine. The engine delivers 87 bhp and 92 Nm and is mounted on a lightweight chassis that has been designed to bear the brunt of off-road use.The engine will be mated to a DCT (automatic transmission) and will come only in one shade, the new Victory Red.[caption id="attachment_376324" align="aligncenter" width="640"] The colour option that will not make it to India.[/caption]The motorcycle delivers a class-leading ground clearance of 250 mm. These are thanks to the fully adjustable front forks with a 230 mm stroke. The same also comes with a range of rebound and compression settings.Those interested will need to head to the nearest Honda Wing World outlets that are located across 22 cities in India.