BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	87 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	63.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	92 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,325 mm
Width	Width	990 mm	Width	838 mm
Height	Height	1,525 mm	Height	1,450 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	910 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	33 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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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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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Honda XL750 Transalp 2025

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs Honda XL750 Transalp

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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