Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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Technical Specifications Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power98 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,519 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height840 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.9 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

The Transalp had to prove itself in several tests at 1000PS in 2023. Surprisingly, it scored particularly well in the pillion test on Tenerife. Its accessible nature makes motorcycling easy. You can enjoy the ride and the landscape. The machine offers a surprising amount of sportiness with a very accessible character. All in all, the Transalp is a great all-rounder.

Sporty engine that is also very accessible Wonderfully easy-to-operate engine with butter-smooth clutch

Engine feels very revvy

Precise transmission

great comfort and plenty of space for pillion

Sporty engine - yet low fuel consumption

Switches and dashboard are generally robust

Economical engine

good price/performance ratio

great stability

strong practicality

Driver assistance systems have to manage without IMU - therefore very defensive control

Suspension offers too little adjustment range

no cruise control available

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

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

Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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