Kawasaki KLE500 2026 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki KLE500 2026 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Kawasaki KLE500 2026
Honda XL750 Transalp 2024
Kawasaki KLE500 2026
Kawasaki KLE500 2026
Honda XL750 Transalp 2024
Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore70 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power45 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque42.6 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore32 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systemsClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement451 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel210 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountPro-Link
TravelTravel196 mmTravel190 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake28 degreeRake63 degree
TrailTrail104 mmTrail111 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter256 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,300 mmLength2,325 mm
WidthWidth940 mmWidth838 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)194 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)208 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16.9 l
RangeRange400 kmRange393 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, LightingEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Kawasaki KLE500 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

Honda XL750 Transalp 2024

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

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki KLE500 vs Honda XL750 Transalp

Price Kawasaki KLE500

Model year
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Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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