Suspension Parts for HONDA CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016 – Shocks, Forks & Upgrades

Discover suspension parts guaranteed to fit the 2016 HONDA CRF1000L Africa Twin. Every product in this category has been validated against year-specific fork and shock specifications to ensure true compatibility.
You’ll find fork components, shock parts, shims, upgrade kits, complete suspension systems, chassis components, and the tools and fluids required for accurate servicing - all aligned with the suspension setup of the 2016 HONDA CRF1000L Africa Twin.

Use this page as a reliable reference when maintaining, rebuilding, or upgrading your bike’s suspension.

Bike-Specific Suspension Specifications & Setup Information

CALCULATE SPRING RATES

Rider Weight

This is a recommendation only please consult your manual

Ideal Fork Rate:
kg/mm ( N/mm)
Ideal Shock Rate:
kg/mm ( N/mm)

BIKE DETAILS

Stock Fork Spring Rate

0.55-0.56 Progressive

Stock Shock Spring Rate

8.36

Bike Type

ADVENTURE

Ideal Rider Weight

75 kg

Engine Specifications

2 Stroke Engine 998 cc

FORKS INFO

Fork Manufacturer

Fork Type
Showa USD 45 mm OD

Fork Dimensions

Compression Nut Torque
25 in-lb (0.29 kgf-m)
Fork Travel
230 mm

Fork Features

Preload Adjuster
0-10 mm Range
Twin Chamber Fork
No

Fork Oil

Fork Oil Weight
SAE 5
Fork Oil Level
80 mm

Fork Spring Information

Standard Preload
0 mm

SHOCKS INFO

Shock Manufacturer

Shock Type
Showa 46 mm ID

Shock Dimensions

Nitrogen Pressure
142 psi
Shock Length (Eye to Eye)
395 mm
Shock Shaft Outer Diameter
14 mm
Standard Sag
85 mm
Shaft Nut Torque
25 ft-lbs (34 NM)
Shock Oil
5 Weight
Standard Preload
18
Wheel Travel
220 mm

Shock Features

Non-rebuildable
No

Shock Comments

Low 8mm preload stock

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Ohlins HO646 STX 46 Adventure Shock Rear for Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin (Showa)
Ohlins

Ohlins HO646 STX 46 Adventure Shock Rear for Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin (Showa)

Ohlins Suspension - Engineered for Performance
(SKU: HO646)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear Mono
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   395.0
Spring Rate Standard:   95.0 N/mm
Spring Rate:   TBA
Type Code:   S46PR1C1S
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   101.0
Product Family:   STX 46 Adventure
Notes:   Optional spring 20580-36 (105N/mm)
Fitted Spring:   20580-31
 
$2,279.95
Special Order
No Australian Stock. Dispatch approx 8-9 weeks
Ohlins HO649 STX 46 Adventure Shock Rear for Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin (Showa), CRF1100 Africa Twin ABS (Showa), CRF1100 Africa Twin Adventure
Ohlins

Ohlins HO649 STX 46 Adventure Shock Rear for Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin (Showa), CRF1100 Africa Twin ABS (Showa), CRF1100 Africa Twin Adventure

Ohlins Suspension - Engineered for Performance
(SKU: HO649)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear Mono
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   395.0
Spring Rate Standard:   95.0 N/mm
Spring Rate:   TBA
Type Code:   S46PR1C1B
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   101.0
Product Family:   STX 46 Adventure
Notes:   Optional spring 20580-36 (105N/mm)
Fitted Spring:   20580-31
 
$2,279.95
Special Order
No Australian Stock. Dispatch approx 8-9 weeks
Showa Genuine Parts Dust Seal 45x57.6x13 (with spring)
Showa Genuine Parts

Showa Genuine Parts Dust Seal 45x57.6x13 (with spring)

Showa Genuine Motorcycle Suspension Parts
(SKU: F33004502)
Inside Diameter d (mm):   45.0
Fork Inner Tube Ø d (mm):   45.0
Height H (mm):   13.0
Outside Ø D (mm):   57.6
 
$26.40
Special Order
Order placed with Showa GPE every 2nd week. 2-3 week delivery if in stock at Showa GPE
Showa Genuine Parts Slide Bush 42x46x20 | Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin
Showa Genuine Parts

Showa Genuine Parts Slide Bush 42x46x20 | Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin

Showa Genuine Motorcycle Suspension Parts
(SKU: F27604504)
Inside Diameter d (mm):   42.0
Height H (mm):   20.0
Outside Ø D (mm):   46.0
Wall Thickness (mm):   2.0
 
$23.76
Special Order
Order placed with Showa GPE every 2nd week. 2-3 week delivery if in stock at Showa GPE
Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin
Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Rear | Lowered -25mm
(SKU: 46HO16-T5510-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Rebound & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Hydraulic with knob
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -25
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   385.0
Spring Rate Standard:   90 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   80-205
Spring Option +1:   95-205
Spring Option -1:   85-205
Spring Option +2:   100-205
Manufacturer Note 1:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Damping Feature:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   10 (90 deg)
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   21 +10/-5
Preload Adjustment:   Hydraulic, with knob
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   90-205
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   96.0
Type Code:   X-TREME
 
$2,906.20
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Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin
Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Rear | Raised +15mm
(SKU: 46HO16-T5511-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Rebound & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Hydraulic with knob
Seat Height Change (mm):   Raised +15
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   400.0
Spring Rate Standard:   95 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   85-235
Spring Option +1:   100-235
Spring Option -1:   90-235
Spring Option +2:   110-235
Damping Feature:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   10
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   21 +10/-5
Preload Adjustment:   Hydraulic, with knob
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   95-235
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   111.0
Type Code:   X-TREME
 
$2,906.20
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Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin
Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Tractive X-TREME Shock Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Rear | Standard Height
(SKU: 46HO16-T5509-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Rear
Damping Adjustment Type:   Rebound & Compression High + Low Speed
Shock Options - Hydraulic Preload Adjuster:   Hydraulic with knob
Seat Height Change (mm):   Standard Height
Shock Length Eye to Eye (mm):   395.0
Spring Rate Standard:   85 N/mm
Spring Option -2:   75-235
Spring Option +1:   90-235
Spring Option -1:   80-235
Spring Option +2:   95-235
Damping Feature:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas with reservoir
Rebound Adjuster Position:   10
Low-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
High-speed Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   21 +10/-5
Preload Adjustment:   Hydraulic, with knob
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   46
Suspension Unit Type:   Shock
Fitted Spring:   85-235
Notes:   PDSII anti-bottoming
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   106.0
Type Code:   X-TREME
 
$2,906.20
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Tractive X-TREME Fork Cartridge kit Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin
Tractive X-TREME Fork Cartridge kit Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Tractive X-TREME Fork Cartridge kit Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin

Front | Lowered -25mm
(SKU: 35HO16-D5310-TR)
Position (Front or Rear):   Front
Damping Adjustment Type:   Rebound & Compression
Seat Height Change (mm):   Lowered -25
Spring Rate Standard:   6.0 N/mm
Manufacturer Note 2:   Side and/or center stand might be too long
Spring Option -2:   5.2-370
Spring Option +1:   6.4-370
Spring Option -1:   5.6-370
Air Chamber - Street:   95
Compression Adjuster Position:   10
Cartridge Length (mm):   856.0
Spring Option +2:   6.8-370
Manufacturer Note 1:   Fork oil included
Damping Feature:   Hydraulic end-stop
Damping System:   Separated oil/gas
Rebound Adjuster Position:   10
Spring Preload Setting:   7 +12/-0
Preload Adjustment:   Mechanical
Spring Type:   Linear, included
Piston Diameter (mm):   35
Suspension Unit Type:   Cartridge kit
Fitted Spring:   6.0-370
Notes:   Hydraulic end-stop
Stroke Metal to Metal (mm):   201.0
Type Code:   X-TREME
 
$2,906.20
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