NEW Honda Transalp XL750 vs NEW Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | Which One Should You Buy?

How do the new midsize ADV offerings from Honda & Suzuki compare? Are they really ADV dirt-worthy? How do they compare with the current crop of bikes from Aprilia, KTM, Husqvarna and Yamaha? Can they tour?
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[pepelimantour]

First year Hondas universally have experienced problems during the first two years. I was a suzuki dealer for many years and can assure you that suzuki does not suffer the same problems. I own three 650 vstroms 05, 06; and 07. All three combined dirt ridden in South Africa’s primitive pot hole covered and high speed roads. My bmw r 1200 gs many many expensive breakdowns from failed transmissions, to failed electronics. My only vstrom problem a starter solenoid. Cheers

[soldierboy]

Suzuki would have to make one hell of a parallel twin to top the old v twin 650. That was an amazing engine. Having owned a Vstrom 650 and a 1000. I’d argue, even though the 1000 was so much fun. The 650 was a better overall and reliable engine/bike. I’ve also owned a 2017 Africa twin. That bike talked me out of ever buying another Honda. The only thing I liked about that bike, was that it looked good. All that being said. I’d go with the Suzuki no matter what.

[seisamigos]

Great time to be alive if you’re looking for a middle weight adv bike!!

[jamestallG]

I'm so excited to see these beasts in the near future. It's giving riders a middle weight that you can't grow out of.

[ilmatanela]

Being 50 years old seeing the Transalp back in the market is certainly making me nostalgic. But, for what I could see in the reviews currently available, the bike seems a little cheaply made. The V-Strom convinces me more for the reasons you mentioned, and I have the sensation that the quality of the plastics, the finishing will be better than on the Honda. Wouldn't pick any of them for off road. On asfalt, and considering the type of bike, the weight difference will be noticeable but not a game changer. I would pick the Suzuki, for a long range travel and everyday usage.

[vtrack]

The 800DE looks like the better bike for my riding style. I currently own a VStrom 1000XT Adv and a WR250R. In truth I wouldn’t buy either because of the tube tires and lack of cruise control.

[Mr_BRRRRT]

With the T7 coming to Brazil soon, I'm just watching to support your content. To me it's a no-brainer, lol.

[theeschatechannel]

I’m going to have to test ride both but from the looks of it, I’m going to have to give it to Suzuki. The transalp looks like a great bike but the VSTROM appears to be built like a tank and that extra 48lbs can explained by beefier suspension, larger tank and a more robust frame. All the stuff you would want a adventure bike to have for touring the globe. Plus you could shave off 7-8 pounds by replacing that massive exhaust system.

[avocares]

Great rundown, much appreciated! Someday I hope I can get a modern replacement for my DR650 but for some reason no manufacturer wants to make a 400lb lightweight off-road capable adventure bike.

[STohme]

These two bikes are very nice. I possessed a 600 Transalp and a 750 Africa Twin and I have very good souvenir of these two bikes. However, I feel that this time the Suzuki 800 appears to me a little bit more attractive than de new Transalp 750 despite its slightly higher weight. Very nice video and relevant comparison between these two bikes.Many thanks.

[gerardderuyter]

They both sound great, and as a Suzuki guy, I'm very happy to see an entirely new model from them. But for the moment at least, I'll stick with my V Strom 1000. Peak torque at 4000 makes off road (and on road) life so much easier than having to keep revs

[MagicAyrtonforever]

I owned a new transalp In 2008. Honda bikes since the age of 9… Have a 20 Africa Twin, so the transalp !

[aGentleUser]

Call it just Suzuki Strom 800 :D
I am more fan of Honda, but the Strom just looks cooler, the Trans looks a little to "calm". I also think a tourund/adv bike doesn't need 92HP, but on the other hand less weight is also better.
I will keep my Freewind for light offroad and NC for onroad touring.

[vtownjester]

Being a Honda man myself, currently riding a CRF 450L, I'm going to give a nod to the Suzuki. I think they really stepped it up in the design department, while Honda played it more conservative. The V-Strom is really growing on me, even the stacked headlights and beak nose. It just has that high end feel to it and it looks like the people who designed it, really ride offroad.

[stevencote]

Owning a 2010 Dl650 that I take on bad dirt roads the last thing is more weight.

[roberta.]

I vote for the V-Strom for having the best windscreen

[NoSkillzMoto]

Hey loved your Guzzi when I met you in person. Nice bike. Gone miss Bayview. As for the bikes.. Gone go with Vstrom. Have one now and this is my bike in the future.

[ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

compelling argumetns you make for the SUZUKI. I'm looking for mid size so finally so cool options to choose from! thanks for the video!

[motor_rad]

I owned 2005 Transalp 650 and currently i own 2018 Vstrom 650xt. This video convinced me to get the new Vstrom because of better off road performance. But it’s a total bummer that Suzuki still lacks phone connectivity, navi etc on its info screen.

[hippyonaharley]

I'd also give the nod for the Suzuki. My current adv bike is an adventureised drz400e. So off road capability is high on my list and feel that it is a must on adventure bikes.
If I'm sticking to the road then, well of course I got a harley for that.