Honda XL750 Transalp 2025 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Overview - Honda XL750 Transalp 2025 vs Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

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Technical Specifications Honda XL750 Transalp 2025 compared to Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	87 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	63.5 mm	Stroke	75.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	92 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	75 Nm	Torque	98 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	755 ccm	Displacement	998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Pro-Link	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	Wave	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Nissin

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	256 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,325 mm	Length	2,335 mm
Width	Width	838 mm	Width	875 mm
Height	Height	1,450 mm	Height	1,475 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	210 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	232 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

The bottom line is that even after the successful model update, the XL750 is a Transalp as a Transalp should be, which has always been regarded as a smooth-running, comfortable all-rounder. The combination of proven technology, improved comfort features and modern Advanced Rider Assistance Systems makes the bike an attractive companion for adventure-seekers and everyday riders alike. Whether for the daily commute through the urban jungle to work, on a brisk after-work ride or on a long journey, which can of course also take you on unpaved roads.

accessible, yet fun engine with lots of power

improved suspension

well suited for smaller riders, but at the same time roomy enough for taller riders

great workmanship

precise transmission, top quickshifter (optional)

good price-performance ratio

low weight

easy handling in all situations

low fuel consumption

intuitive electronics, high-quality switches

No cruise control, not even as an accessory

non-adjustable windscreen

relatively little maximum lean angle

carefully tuned Assistance Systems that have to manage without IMU

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Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2017

Still sensational. It scores with the familiar Honda virtues, but never gets stale. A motorbike that goes with you through thick and thin and doesn't tire even on extra-long tours. Very robust off-road, also copes with really tough passages without any problems. Still the benchmark for touring enduros in 2017.

Comfortable but not boring

Pleasant and perfectly dimensioned engine

Seat height a tad lower than on the KTM- from 175cm height it could work

Suspension elements do everything off-road, but are too comfortably tuned at high speeds

traction control is annoying off-road - always has to be readjusted after every short break.