Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

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Overview - Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019 vs Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019
Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke67.8 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power47 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,100 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque52 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.5 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectric, KickStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement648 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel110 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter256 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,122 mmLength2,325 mm
WidthWidth789 mmWidth838 mm
HeightHeight1,165 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height804 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.7 lFuel Tank Capacity16.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2019

While the Continental GT 650 is not a completely new model visually (there is already the Conti GT 535), an Interceptor 650 with a two-cylinder engine is now coming onto the market for the first time in almost 50 years. The styling therefore skilfully reflects the flair of the 1960s, while the technology is up to date. You won't find any electronic features, but the parallel twin-cylinder engine with 48 hp and 53 Newton metres of torque is surprisingly agile and the handling is very neutral. The Brembo brake is also pleasing with good dosing and the Pirelli tyres do not show any weaknesses. The seating position is very comfortable, so if you don't want to ride your Interceptor 650 so sportily, you can cruise comfortably - it can do that very well too.

Agile and refined powerplant

cool two-cylinder sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

successful old school look

classic round instruments

reasonable price.

ABS not quite sensitive

no electronic features - in case anyone needs them...

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

The Transalp had to prove itself in several tests at 1000PS in 2023. Surprisingly, it scored particularly well in the pillion test on Tenerife. Its accessible nature makes motorcycling easy. You can enjoy the ride and the landscape. The machine offers a surprising amount of sportiness with a very accessible character. All in all, the Transalp is a great all-rounder.

Sporty engine that is also very accessible Wonderfully easy-to-operate engine with butter-smooth clutch

Engine feels very revvy

Precise transmission

great comfort and plenty of space for pillion

Sporty engine - yet low fuel consumption

Switches and dashboard are generally robust

Economical engine

good price/performance ratio

great stability

strong practicality

Driver assistance systems have to manage without IMU - therefore very defensive control

Suspension offers too little adjustment range

no cruise control available

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 vs Honda XL750 Transalp

Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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