Honda XL750 Transalp
2026 Honda XL750 Transalp: 91.8 hp, 210 kg, €10,349, adjustable suspension, optional E-Clutch, A2 version. Full specs, press reviews and generations.
At a glance
The 2026 Honda XL750 Transalp keeps its 91.8 hp 270-degree twin and gains compression- and rebound-adjustable suspension plus the optional Honda E-Clutch. Priced at €10,349 (€10,949 with E-Clutch), it also comes in an A2 version. Reviewers praise its engine, versatility and improved suspension, but regret the lack of cruise control and tubed wheels.
World press review
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Press ratings
Friendly, fun and easy, "perhaps the perfect middleweight adventure bike"; tubed tyres and a Gravel mode that does not fully disable rear ABS.
Excellent E-Clutch and adjustable 2026 suspension that cures the main weakness; standing position could be better and no cruise control.
Versatile, flexible engine, precise chassis and powerful brakes; no cruise control, not even as an option.
Great value and a chassis balanced between road and trail; no cruise control and tubed wheels.
Press synthesis
What the world’s press says
The Transalp scores 5/5 from MCN on the 2026 E-Clutch version, 4/5 from Bennetts BikeSocial (2023 test) and 82.25/100 from Motorcycle.com (2024 model year). Visordown, 1000PS and Le Repaire des Motards praise the 2026 version; for 1000PS, “the Transalp has never been better”.
What reviewers like: the engine, versatility, handling, the E-Clutch, the adjustable 2026 suspension and the finish.
What they criticise: no cruise control, tubed wheels, less off-road ability out of the crate than the Ténéré 700, and a seat that could be better.
Key quotes
"Ladies and gentlemen, Honda may have built the perfect middleweight adventure bike."
"The E-Clutch offers real value in everyday and dynamic riding, while the new suspension eliminates the biggest weakness of its predecessor, making it a true all-rounder. The Transalp has never been better!"
"The marriage of E-clutch, electronic throttle and an already sweet-handling chassis (which now has fully adjustable Showa suspension) elevates the Transalp to a whole new standing."
"Improved in many areas, the Honda XL750 Transalp E-Clutch is a pleasure to rediscover. Quick, smooth gear selection and quality damping raise its abilities to new heights."
Pros
- Willing 91.8 hp twin
- Road and trail versatility
- Adjustable suspension (2026)
- Excellent optional E-Clutch
- A2 version at the same price
Cons
- No cruise control
- Tubed wheels
- Less off-road focused than a Ténéré 700
- Seat could be better
- No cornering ABS
Our review
What’s new on the 2026 Transalp?
Two main changes, according to Honda’s press kit:
- the fork and shock become adjustable for compression and rebound, as well as preload;
- the Honda E-Clutch is offered as an option, paired with ride-by-wire: it handles the clutch when pulling away, stopping and shifting, with automatic blipping on downshifts.
The E-Clutch version also gets a standard aluminium bash plate. The three colours get new graphics.
The 2025 model year had already brought twin LED projector headlights, a new 5-inch TFT and revised suspension settings.
How much does it cost?
Honda France lists the Transalp at €10,349 and the E-Clutch version at €10,949, at the same price in A2 (35 kW) form. An offer brings the standard version to €9,499 for registrations before 31 October 2026. In the US, only the E-Clutch is sold, at $10,199.
How good is the engine?
The 755 cc twin (87 x 63.5 mm), with a 270-degree crank and Unicam valve train, makes 91.8 hp at 9,500 rpm and 75 Nm at 7,250 rpm. It is the CB750 Hornet’s engine. Honda quotes 195 km/h. Le Repaire des Motards praises its character and flexibility, BikeSocial a “strong, willing and flexible” motor.
Electronics include six riding modes, including a Gravel mode, and torque control with integrated wheelie control. Rear ABS can be switched off.
How does it ride?
At 210 kg kerb weight, with a 21-inch front wheel and 200 mm of front travel, the Transalp targets both road and trail. According to 1000PS, the adjustable 2026 suspension is the main improvement, curing what was the bike’s biggest weakness. BikeSocial praises “quite astonishing” roadholding.
The reservations concern:
- no cruise control, not even as an option (Le Repaire des Motards, 1000PS, Cycle World);
- spoked wheels with inner tubes (Visordown, Cycle World);
- less off-road ability out of the crate than a Ténéré 700 (BikeSocial);
- a seat that is too soft according to BikeSocial, and a standing position that could be better according to 1000PS.
Fuel consumption and maintenance
Honda quotes 4.3 L/100 km on the WMTC cycle and about 390 km of range. Only BikeSocial measured consumption: 5.7 to 6.3 L/100 km on a briskly ridden press launch. The 2026 owner’s manual specifies an oil change every 12,000 km or every year and a valve clearance check every 24,000 km.
Recalls
No recall concerns the 2026 model year to date. Two recalls affected earlier bikes: the centre stand on Transalps built in 2023, and a crankcase bolt that may leak on bikes built between October 2024 and March 2025.
Specifications
| Displacement | 755 cc |
|---|---|
| Power | 91.8 hp (67.5 kW) @ 9,500 rpm |
| Torque | 75 Nm @ 7,250 rpm |
| Weight | 210 kg (kerb weight); 216 kg with E-Clutch |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 2.29 |
| Seat height | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.9 L |
| Fuel consumption | 4.3 L/100 km (WMTC cycle) — 102 g/km CO2 |
| Maintenance interval | Oil change every 12,000 km or 1 year — Valves: 24,000 km (2026 Honda owner's manual) |
| Engine type | 270-degree parallel twin, 4-stroke, Unicam SOHC, 8 valves, liquid-cooled |
| Cooling | liquide |
| Transmission | 6-speed, chain drive, assist-and-slipper clutch (optional E-Clutch) |
| License | AA2 Restrictable |
| MSRP | €10,349 |
Engine detail
| Bore x stroke | 87 x 63,5 mm |
|---|---|
| Compression ratio | 11,0:1 |
| Fuel system | PGM-FI fuel injection, 46 mm throttle bodies, ride-by-wire |
| Valve train | Unicam SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Max power RPM | 9500 units.rpm |
| Max torque RPM | 7250 units.rpm |
| Starter | Electric |
Chassis & running gear
| Frame type | Steel diamond frame (18.3 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rake angle | 27 ° |
| Trail | 111 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1560 mm |
| Ground clearance | 210 mm |
| Front suspension | 43 mm Showa SFF-CA USD fork, 200 mm travel, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound |
| Rear suspension | Showa Pro-Link monoshock with remote reservoir, 190 mm travel, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound |
| Front brake | Twin 310 mm floating discs, axial 2-piston calipers |
| Rear brake | Single 256 mm disc, single-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 90/90-21 (tubed) |
| Rear tire | 150/70 R18 (tubed) |
| ABS system | 2-channel, 2-level ABS, rear can be switched off (not lean-sensitive) |
Performance
| Top speed | 195 km/h |
|---|
Electronics & rider aids
| Riding modes | Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel, User 1, User 2 |
|---|---|
| Traction control | Yes |
| Anti-wheelie | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Accessory, not with the E-Clutch version |
| Cruise control | No |
| Dashboard | 5-inch colour TFT |
| Connectivity | Honda RoadSync (navigation, calls, music) |
| Other features | HSTC torque control with integrated wheelie control, can be switched off, 4 power levels, 3 engine-braking levels, 2 ABS levels, Optional Honda E-Clutch: clutchless gear changes, automatic blipping on downshifts, standard aluminium bash plate, USB-C socket, Self-cancelling indicators, Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), HISS immobiliser, Full LED lighting |
Ergonomics & rider fit
| Riding position | Upright, wide handlebars (adventure) |
|---|---|
| Wind protection | Short fixed screen (tall screen available as an accessory) |
| Payload | 207 kg |
The Transalp offers an upright adventure-bike position with wide handlebars and an 850 mm seat (820 mm low seat optional). BikeSocial finds the seat too soft and the wrong shape, and 1000PS finds the footpegs too far forward for standing. The standard screen is short; a tall screen is available as an accessory. The owner’s manual limits total load to 207 kg.
Ownership & maintenance
5.7-6.3 L/100 km on a briskly ridden press test (BikeSocial); no other measurement published
L/100km
Real-world consumption
~~390 km according to Honda (16.9 L tank, WMTC cycle); much less when ridden hard
km
Estimated range
| Oil change | every 12,000 km or every 12 months |
|---|---|
| Valve check | every 24,000 km |
| Spark plugs | every 48,000 km |
| Chain | Check and lubricate every 1,000 km |
Warranty
2 years / Unlimited mileage; extendable year by year up to 6 years with servicing in the Honda network
Honda’s 2026 owner’s manual specifies an oil change every 12,000 km or every year; oil filter and air filter replacement and a valve clearance check every 24,000 km; spark plug replacement at 48,000 km; coolant every 3 years and brake fluid every 2 years. The chain should be checked and lubricated every 1,000 km. Honda France provides a 2-year unlimited-mileage warranty, extendable year by year up to 6 years with servicing in the Honda network.
Direct competitors
Compare →| Model | MSRP | Power | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda XL750 Transalp | €10,349 | 91.8 hp (67.5 kW) @ 9,500 rpm | 210 kg (kerb weight); 216 kg with E-Clutch |
| Yamaha Ténéré 7002026 | €11,299 | 73.4 hp | 208 kg (wet) |
| KTM 790 Adventure2026 | €11,299 | 95 hp | 203 kg (without fuel) |
| BMW F 800 GS2026 | €11,000 | 87 hp | 227 kg (wet) |
| Honda NC750X DCT2026 | €8,999 | 58.6 hp | 226 kg (kerb weight) |
Generations
- XL600V Transalp1987 – 1999
583 cc · 55 hp · — · —
The original Transalp, introduced by Honda in 1986: 583 cc V-twin; rear disc brake in 1991, new front end in 1994, twin front discs and production in Italy in 1997 (according to Motorrad).
- XL650V Transalp2000 – 2007
647 cc · 55.1 hp · 56 Nm · 191 kg (dry)
Displacement up to 647 cc, new fairing, twin front discs and HISS immobiliser (Motorrad 1999 data).
- XL700V Transalp2008 – 2012
680 cc · 60 hp · 60 Nm · 214 kg (road-ready)
680 cc with fuel injection, 19-inch front wheel; the last V-twin Transalp (Honda weight, Moto.it power).
- XL750 Transalp2023 – 2024
755 cc · 91.8 hp · 75 Nm · 208 kg (road-ready)
The name returns on a 270-degree parallel twin shared with the CB750 Hornet, 21- and 18-inch wheels.
- XL750 Transalp2025 – today
755 cc · 91.8 hp · 75 Nm · 210 kg (road-ready)
Twin LED projector headlights, new TFT, revised suspension; in 2026, compression- and rebound-adjustable suspension and optional E-Clutch (216 kg).
| Generation | Displacement | Power | Torque | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XL600V Transalp1987 – 1999 The original Transalp, introduced by Honda in 1986: 583 cc V-twin; rear disc brake in 1991, new front end in 1994, twin front discs and production in Italy in 1997 (according to Motorrad). | 583 cc | 55 hp | — | — |
| XL650V Transalp2000 – 2007 Displacement up to 647 cc, new fairing, twin front discs and HISS immobiliser (Motorrad 1999 data). | 647 cc | 55.1 hp | 56 Nm | 191 kg dry |
| XL700V Transalp2008 – 2012 680 cc with fuel injection, 19-inch front wheel; the last V-twin Transalp (Honda weight, Moto.it power). | 680 cc | 60 hp | 60 Nm | 214 kg road-ready |
| XL750 Transalp2023 – 2024 The name returns on a 270-degree parallel twin shared with the CB750 Hornet, 21- and 18-inch wheels. | 755 cc | 91.8 hp | 75 Nm | 208 kg road-ready |
| XL750 Transalp2025 – today Twin LED projector headlights, new TFT, revised suspension; in 2026, compression- and rebound-adjustable suspension and optional E-Clutch (216 kg). | 755 cc | 91.8 hp | 75 Nm | 210 kg road-ready |
Manufacturer figures (otherwise specialist press). Weighing conditions differ between generations: compare weights with care.
Available colors
Manufacturer recalls
Centre stand spring hook may break and cause the bike to fall (2023 XL750 Transalp built 24/01/2023 to 01/12/2023)
Voir le rappel →Crankcase sealing bolt may leak and spray oil onto the rear tyre (XL750 Transalp built 25/10/2024 to 27/03/2025)