XRV 1000 Twindero - The best attributes of “AfricaTwin” and “Varadero” blended into one bike.
 

For all those who were expecting a stronger big trail bike, and then were disappointed by a road-oriented tourer of baroque proportions, when the XL1000V appeared, an alternative has manifested itself in the Twindero concept.

The focus has remained on tour comfort, which is why the weight reduction turned out about 8 kg less than the more radical "Marathon" conversion (17 kg).

Frame, swingarm, engine, the associated peripherals and tank were left untouched. Everything else has been modified or replaced by conversion parts.
Derived from the Africa Twin, a more streamlined fairing provides slimmer fairing replaces the fat original covering while still providing very good wind protection.
Lighter rear mufflers moved closer to the frame, allow for a more compact designed rear section.
A reshaped seat with now uninterupted top surface increases the rider's freedom of movement and underlines the leaner line of the motorcycle.
The more aggressive looking Africa Twin style paint design enhances dynamic appearance and makes the bike look even more compact.

To improve ridability on unpaved roads, wheels, suspensions and braking system were replaced (plausibly with removed CBS). The result convinces with better stability on loose ground, more ground clearance and tilt-free, improved suspension performance with more reserves and separately adjustable brakes.
 

Individual Configurations

This conversion can be individually configured according to customer requirements for various use profiles.

You'll find more information on the available parts & kits here:

Suspension front:

• Fork-Kit: Marzocchi Magnum 50
  suspension travel: 285mm
  adjustable compression & rebound
• Nissin dual hydraulic disc brake
  origin: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
  floating 2-piston calipers
  2 brake discs, manufacturer „Braking“, diameter 276mm
  stainless steel braided lines
• EXCEL stainless spoked wheel 21“ X 1.85“
  hub origin: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
   

Suspension rear:

• Öhlins shock absorber Type 4B for Honda XL1000V Varadero
  extended travel: 185 mm
  adjustable compression, rebound, preload (hydraulicly)
• Nissin hydraulic disc brake
  origin: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
  floating 1-piston caliper
  brake disc diameter 256mm
  stainless steel braided lines
• EXCEL stainless spoked wheel 17“ X 4.25“
  hub origin: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
   

Fairing & Lighting

• AQ 3-piece fairing kit "Tourer" for Honda X1000V Varadero::
  material: fibreglass reinforced plastic
  windscreen: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
  headlights: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
  steel tube subframe (modified stock part)
• AQ Carbon front mudguard
• AQ 1-piece rear fairing for Honda XL1000V Varadero
material: fibreglass reinforced plastic
• rear fender extension / taillight / license plate holder:
  modified stock part
• AQ Mini indicators
   

Cockpit: 

• aluminium handlebar crossbar
• aluminium handlebar risers
• Acerbis handguards’
   

Miscellany:

• AQ 2-into-2 exhaust system for Honda XL1000V Varadero
• modified seat with two-colour suede leather cover
• AQ aluminium luggage rack
• Aluminium engine guard, adapted
  origin: Honda XRV750 Africa Twin (RD07)
• shock absorber mudguard