Honda XRV Africa Twin vs Dnepr MT 12 (with sidecar) (2000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XRV Africa Twinstacks up against the Dnepr MT 12 (with sidecar). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XRV Africa TwinDnepr MT 12 (with sidecar)
Model year20001985
Price
Engine742 cc745 cc
Horsepower60 hp26 hp
Torque63 Nm
Weight208 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed with reverse
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires3.75-19 / 3.75-19

Honda XRV Africa Twin vs Dnepr MT 12 (with sidecar) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XRV Africa Twin and the Dnepr MT 12 (with sidecar) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XRV Africa Twin brings 60 hp in a 208 kg package, while the Dnepr MT 12 (with sidecar) counters with 26 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: