Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

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Overview - Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Technical Specifications Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2024
Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2024
Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore87 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel200 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
TravelTravel190 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake63 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyWaveTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,325 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth838 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)208 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.9 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
RangeRange393 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

In the long-term test, the Honda XL750 Transalp proves to be a versatile and reliable adventure bike that combines touring comfort with solid off-road capability. It is not a sports bike, but an honest, uncomplicated adventure bike for anyone looking for a reliable bike for road and gravel. Minor weaknesses in the suspension and electronic settings hardly spoil the overall very positive impression.

Balanced ergonomics

Height touring comfort

Cultivated engine

Reliable

Good-natured handling

Solid off-road capabilities

Good braking performance

Smooth clutch

Non-adjustable windscreen

Soft suspension

ABS not fully disengageable

Traction control resets itself

Narrow knee angle

Little punch in the upper rev range

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Suzuki GSX-8S 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda XL750 Transalp vs Suzuki GSX-8S

Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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Price Suzuki GSX-8S

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