2023 Honda XL750 Transalp First Ride Review / Perfect addition to Honda's range?

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Here is the first ride review vlog as promised on the Transalp

I hope you enjoy this.

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[martyn_g]

Transalp - a road bike that can do a bit of gravel. Always has been. So many people had a fantasy of what the bike was supposed to be. The clues was in the original ad when it was first released, and the ad for the new one. Honda hit their market well.

[peterturner]

I could listen to Kate all day.

FYI - 3 litres of petrol would weigh approx 2.2kg as petrol is less dense than say water, which is 3kg - dependent on temperature of course

[chrisdowney]

Hi Kate great review, I have just recently purchased the Transalp only six days ago and already have almost 800 k's on it thanks to a 570k ride in one day where I got to know the bike a lot better. The bike is living up to my expectations, fuel economy is excellent on hi way riding and back country roads measuring 3.6 lt per 100 on the day trip and around 4.5 lt per 100 round town and general riding. I'm 6 ft and the screen works well with no buffeting but I would probably go with the taller screen as I hated getting a face full of bugs on a long ride. It dosn't hurt to compare to the 800 DE as they are booth great bikes and at the end of the day it comes down to person preference and this comes from a person that has owned a Vstrom for many years.
Cheers Kate keep up the good work Chris

[scramble]

Love the Transalp ! Another great review Kate.

[marktaylor]

Hi Kate, nice review as always.
I test rode this bike last week and while I was riding through the city, lots of traffic around I changed gear by sound only and when I thought I needed to but obviously watching the speedometer the whole time 😇 like you do. Once in country roads I immediately realised I was changing gear too early - like several others seem to do on this bike, compared to the low down torque of the 800DE, it needs more revs to really get going. The bike I rode was wallowly in the bends but quite pleasant in the straights. The screen for me at 6' 1" was not that effective but at least buffeting wasn't a problem. The first thing I did was fill the tank up and like you found it fairly light(ish) and maneuverable. I did find the vibrations a bit of a problem but funnily enough I warmed to the bike even more after watching my ride video and commentary... going to give it a second chance when the weather improves.
Of the bikes I have test ridden, 800DE, Tuareg 660, 800RE and the TransAlp.. my perfect bike would be the Aprillia if it wasn't for lack of dealers, spares prices and servicing costs. If I had to choose one right now it would be the 800DE... but I will wait for a properly integrated cruise control.

[Fenix_Projects]

To be honest ... i was waiting on your review of the 2023 Honda XL750 Transalp ... for the last straw of doubt if this bike would be my next one ... and it will be. Thanks Kate!!

[nomorebs]

Excited about this review! I’m thinking this will be my next bike. Seems like a good upgrade to my first and current bike the G 650 GS

[pigmeal]

Rode this bike and DE800 as well, and I mostly agree with your thoughts. TA had the most neutral riding position (very true to its XL lineage) but I felt DE was more "playful" - best word to describe it - couldn't get the grin off my face!! DE's switch gear intuitive, TA not. I wanted to ride both all day, hard to split the favourite. TA falls down with dodgy air filter access, and that weird engineering outcrop that drops below the "sump" like a behemoth - making a robust bashplate mandatory. I could even, maybe, live with the non adjustable suspension. The DE had few vices for me, with wind buffeting being the only thing of note. Despite the huge weight disadvantage, it was impossible to perceive it. Are either a big enough package to pry me away from the DR650?? 🤔🤔🤔

[duanestiles]

Girl love your videos keep up the great job and your just totally awesome stay safe

[creedm]

Awesome video! I can't wait to see that bike in the flesh! I'm not sure when it will be available here . Great review as well. I like the rides around Rivington. Beautiful countryside for sure! Best!

[davidmain]

The last time I rode a bike was probably 17 years ago, my beloved original Z1000 But for many reasons, I sold her and yes, I regret it now. But anyway, for some reason, the transalp has caught my eye and I’d say it was the red and white with gold wheels that caught my eye as it reminded me of the old back in the day XL a bike of which I had admired when I was younger! So I am spending my time looking at reviews et cetera to get some idea of what everyone thinks about them.

[davidz]

Very interesting review, it is a fantastic looking bike, interesting that you were comfortable with the height, as that can be a real issue for some. I like the White.😁

[cc]

Three is the magic number 😉🤗 but ... would have to agree, all motorbikes is good 👌👍

[MEKIT-bw]

how was it in the urban traffic? I mean relatively high seat and your height, tight filtering and balancing +mirrors, standing at traffic lights etc

[Theorangeman.]

Kate could sell ice to eskimos. I wanna buy everything she test rides. You my lady is a bloody good sales woman 😅

[moto-hornet-]

I test road the Hornet bloody loved it and very light and flickable lol

[OperationFoxley]

If Honda did a spoke free more road-going model I'd consider it. But I love my V4 Honda 2016 crossrunner.

[chrisbrownbill]

How about the Triumph Tiger 850 sport if you haven't already reviewed it. Great videos!

[MrBottomrung]

Nice review. Love to watch others riding.

[kevincraig]

that engine doesn't sound the least bit boring it sounds good