BMW F 800 GS 2026 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

BMW F 800 GS 2026

Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2026 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

BMW F 800 GS 2026

Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

BMW F 800 GS 2026

Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	86 mm	Bore	87 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	63.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	87 HP	Engine power	92 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	91 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.1	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	48 mm	Throttle Bore	46 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Electronically controlled
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
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
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	895 ccm	Displacement	755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	200 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	190 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Rebound	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	106.1 mm	Trail	111 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	305 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	256 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 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	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,296 mm	Length	2,325 mm
Width	Width	910 mm	Width	838 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,556 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	227 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Heated grips, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, , ,	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, , , ,

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2026

The new BMW F800GS impresses as a versatile adventure bike with balanced handling, a powerful engine and beginner-friendly accessibility. It offers riding pleasure and comfort in equal measure and is a stand-alone choice for all-round fans.

harmonious handling

practical engine

well-balanced setup

low seat height

versatile

beginner-friendly but not boring

wide range of customisation options

good balance between comfort and dynamics

Limited freedom of movement on benches with low seat height

brakes fatigue under extreme loads

sporty riders miss some dynamics

Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch 2026

The Honda XL750 Transalp is consistently evolving in 2026. The E-Clutch brings real added value for everyday use and dynamic suspension, while the new suspension eliminates the biggest weakness of its predecessor and makes it a real all-rounder. The Transalp has never been so good!

Extremely well-balanced suspension

very smooth and fast e-clutch (optional)

great, linear engine

high ride comfort

wide range of applications

Poor standing position

no cruise control available

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch

Price BMW F 800 GS

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