BMW F 700 GS 2016 vs. Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Overview - BMW F 700 GS 2016 vs Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW F 700 GS 2016 compared to Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

BMW F 700 GS 2016

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	87 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	63.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	75 HP	Engine power	92 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	77 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	755 ccm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable	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	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,280 mm	Length	2,325 mm
Width	Width	855 mm	Width	838 mm
Height	Height	1,240 mm	Height	1,450 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,562 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 700 GS 2016

The smaller of the two F GS sisters, the F 700 GS convinces with a successful overall performance. It looks like its big sister, but at its core it is more of a lively naked bike than a big enduro. The fact that the bike has outgrown the entry-level segment can be seen in the braking system - with two brake discs at the front, it is on a par with its big 800 sister and now decelerates just as confidently. In terms of the chassis, it convinces with good suspension comfort and at the same time a firm set-up in tight bends. Upgrading is never a problem with BMW; in addition to traction control, there is also the electronic suspension ESA for the F 700 GS.

Very manageable

surprisingly powerful

comfortable seating position

low seat height

good brakes

good price.

any optics

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