Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs. Zero DS 2021

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Zero DS 2021

Zero DS 2021

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Overview - Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs Zero DS 2021

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Zero DS 2021

Zero DS 2021

Technical Specifications Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 compared to Zero DS 2021

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
Zero DS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeElectric
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power3,850 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque109 Nm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel178 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandShowa
TravelTravel190 mmTravel179 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

RakeRake63 degreeRake63.5 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail117 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,427 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height843 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)208 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)222 kg

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

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

Zero DS 2021

Zero DS 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda XL750 Transalp vs Zero DS

Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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