In December 1989 the original Honda XRV750
Africa Twin was launched. In 1992 the
Tripmaster computer was added. In 1993 the
motorcycle had a major redesign including new
frame, body work plastics, fuel tank, engine
modifications and a lower seat. There is plenty
of weather protection from the fairing, and
the large fuel tank gives an extended range.
The riding position is comfortable for extended
two-up riding, and the rear rack is useful for
carrying luggage. In 1996 the XRV gained
improved seat and clutch, larger silencer,
modified upper fairing and luggage rack.
In 2003 the Honda XRV750 Africa Twin
ceased production.
The Honda XRV750, also known as the Africa Twin, is a 742 cc dual-sport motorcycle manufactured by Honda. The motorcycle was based on the NXR-750 which won the Paris Dakar rally four times in the late eighties.

Built in homage to the giant desert racers of the
gruelling Paris-Dakar Rally, the Africa Twin is a
large, imposing trail-styled bike, powered by a
softly tuned V-twin engine. The engine is derived
from the very robust VT500 and six figure mileages
are often reported. A wide, long dual seat stretches
back from the tank to an aluminium grabrail / luggage rack, while an aluminium bashplate protects the bottom of the engine from flying rocks
and impacts.