Key highlights
- Honda Africa Twin units manufactured between February and October 2022 have been recalled due to ECU programming issues.
- Faulty software may trigger wheelie control unexpectedly, affecting throttle response and rider balance.
- Honda BigWing dealerships will fix the issue free of cost, regardless of warranty status.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has issued a recall for its flagship adventure tourer, the Africa Twin, citing a glitch in the bike’s ECU programming. The issue affects units manufactured between February and October 2022 and is part of a global recall campaign by Honda.
The ECU, which governs throttle response and rider aids, may activate wheelie control during hard acceleration even when it’s not needed. This can cause sudden power cuts and potentially destabilize the bike mid-corner or during overtakes. Not ideal when you’re riding a 239kg machine with 98 bhp on tap.
What owners need to know
Honda has confirmed that the recall will be handled at BigWing Topline dealerships across India. The fix involves a software update to the ECU and will be provided free of charge, even if the bike is out of warranty.
Owners can check if their motorcycle is affected by entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on Honda’s official BigWing website. The company hasn’t disclosed how many units are impacted in India, but the global recall suggests a significant batch.
Africa Twin specs and rivals
The Africa Twin is powered by a 1082cc liquid-cooled parallel twin engine that produces:
- 98bhp at 7,500rpm
- 103Nm at 6,000rpm
- Available with manual or DCT gearbox
It’s one of the most capable adventure bikes on sale, competing with the BMW R 1250 GS, Ducati Multistrada V4, and KTM 1290 Super Adventure. In India, prices start at INR 16.01 lakh (ex-showroom).
Our thoughts
If you own one of these beasts, don’t panic. Just book your service slot, get the update, and get back to doing what the Africa Twin was built for, that is eating dirt, crossing continents, and making your Instagram feed look like a travel magazine.
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