Let us take a quick look at the specifications of the 2023 Honda Transalp that’s being ridden this week seemingly everywhere. I did pass over a really, really, really old Transalp when I was looking for a dual-sport last year, but there is no denying that the original was iconic. As a testament to the sheer quality of its build and timelessness of its design, many can still be seen on Irish roads today. This new one is a parallel twin with 67.5kW and 75Nm, throttle by wire and a whole host of electronics.
Specifications of the 2023 Honda Transalp
Engine
This new 755cc engine powers the new New CB750 hornet and this motorcycle.
I have heard good things about the engine in the hornet, and people who know better than me seem to think it’s even better than the MT07. The result is an engine that provides functional, enjoyable performance for rides of all types and all distances and for riders of all experience levels.
Fuel consumption of 23.km/l (WMTC mode) offers a potential range of 390km from the 16.9L fuel tank. And just like the Hornet, a 35kW, A2 licence option will also be available through a quick ECU remap at a Honda dealer.
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled OHC 4-stroke 8-valve parallel twin with 270° crank and Unicam |
| Engine Displacement | 755cc |
| Bore x Stroke (mm) | 87mm x 63.5mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Max. Power Output | 67.5kW @ 9,500rpm |
| Max. Torque | 75Nm @ 7,250rpm |
| Noise Level (dB) | Lwot – 81.5; Lurban – 77.5 |
| Oil Capacity | 3.9L |
| Starter | Electric |
Other specifications of the 2023 Honda Transalp
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Carburation | PGM-FI electronic injection |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.9L |
| CO2 Emissions WMTC | 103g/km |
| Fuel Consumption | 23km/l |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |
| Battery Capacity | 12v 8.6Ah |
| DRIVETRAIN | |
| Clutch Type | Wet multiple, assist slipper clutch |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed Manual Transmission |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| FRAME | |
| Frame Type | Steel diamond |
| CHASSIS | |
| Dimensions (L´W´H) | 2,325mm x 838mm x 1,450mm |
| Wheelbase | 1560mm |
| Caster Angle | 27° |
| Trail | 111mm |
| Seat Height | 850mm |
| Ground Clearance | 210mm |
| Kerb Weight | 208kg |
| Turning radius | 2.6m |
| SUSPENSION | |
| Suspension Front | Showa 43mm SFF-CA – 200mm travel |
| Suspension Rear | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 190mm travel |
| WHEELS | |
| Wheels Front | 21in (stainless steel) spoked wheels |
| Wheels Rear | 18in (stainless steel) spoked wheels |
| Tyres Front | 90/90-R21 M/C 54H |
| Tyres Rear | 150/70-R18 M/C 70H |
| BRAKES | |
| ABS Type | 2 channel |
| Brakes Front | Dual 310mm x 4.5mm ‘wave’ discs with axial mounted2 piston callipers |
| Brakes Rear | A single 256mm x 6.0mm ‘wave’ disc is operated by a single-piston calliper |
| INSTRUMENTS & ELECTRICS | |
| Instruments | TFT |
| Headlight | LED |
| Taillight | LED |
| Connectivity | Honda Smartphone Voice Control |
| USB | Type C (under the pillion seat) |
| 12V Socket | Optional |
| Auto Winker Cancel | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional |
| Security System | HISS |
Suspension and Brakes
The steel diamond mainframe is lightweight, at just 18.3kg – 10% lighter than the frame of the CB500X. They have worked to reduce it, but I do not see a long life for the CB500X model. Just my thought, especially since this can be detuned if required and given that slow-speed u-turns are straightforward thanks to a 42° steering angle and 2.6m minimum turning circle. At just 210 kilos, it is not too bad of an urban run-around to replace the CB500.
The suspension specifications have been selected with the overall concept firmly in mind, with long travel and superb bump absorption to deliver smooth performance, comfort on-road, and reassuring control off-road. Showa 43mm SFF-CATM (Separate Function Fork-Cartridge) USD forks offer 200mm travel with spring preload adjustment and mount by a forged aluminium bottom yoke and cast aluminium top yoke for a perfect balance of strength and rigidity in wide-ranging riding situations.
With 190mm travel, the remote reservoir Showa shock (with adjustable preload) operates through Pro-Link and the swingarm, which, while employing the identical castings as the CRF1100L Africa Twin’s, uses aluminium material exclusive to the Transalp. Ground clearance is 210mm.
Compact, two-piston callipers work dual 310mm ‘wave’ discs. A single-piston calliper operates the rear 256mm ‘wave’ disc. 21/18-inch front-rear (stainless steel) spoked wheels wear (tubed) 90/90-21 and 150/70-18 tyres; Metzeler Karoo Street or Dunlop Mixtour.
Rider Modes
It comes with four premade modes and one that can be configured by the rider as required.
- SPORT mode offers maximum performance and uses level 4 EP, level 2 ABS, level 1 EB, and HSTC to deliver strong acceleration with minimum intervention.
- STANDARD mode is a mid-way setting for urban riding that uses a level 3 setting for EP and HSTC, with level 2 EB and ABS.
- RAIN mode is designed for challenging on-road conditions and employs the lowest EP setting, level 1, for the least aggressive power delivery with level 2 EB and ABS and 5 HSTC.
- GRAVEL mode features level 2 EP, level 3 EB, and level 4 HSTC with level 1 ABS setting for confident travel on rougher terrain off-road.
- The USER mode allows the rider to choose between settings 1-4 EP, 1-5 HSTC and 1-3 EB, plus the rear ABS switch off and save them for future use.
Accessory Specifications for the Transalp
A full range of accessories is available for the XL750 Transalp, ready for personalisation to an owner’s preference and use, including a quick-shifter and low-seat option. Honda has assembled five packs to make your customisation easy for everyone involved. And these would help take the specifications of the 2023 Honda Transalp up another level.
Urban Pack
This is for those who spend most of their time in the city. Remember that this motorcycle can be restricted to A2 levels.
- 50L top box
- aluminium panel
- mounting base
- pillion pad
- inner bag plus
- tall screen
- Main stand
Touring Pack
While this is said to be a touring pack, I cannot imagine an Urban pack without heated grips as someone in Ireland. So you can see this has already started falling apart.
- Rear panniers (R26L / L33L)
- Aluminium panels
- Support stays
- Inner bags
- Heated grips
Adventure Pack
With the fog in the hills just crossing the country, I wouldn’t see why I would ride without these from this pack.
- Side pipes
- LED fog lights
- Radiator grill.
Rally Pack
- Quickshifter
- Engine guard
- Bash plate
- Off-road rally footpegs
- Knuckle guards with extensions.
Comfort Pack
(comfort and practicality)
- 3L tank bag
- wind deflectors
- comfort pillion footpegs
- AAC charging socket.
Additional accessories include side tank pads and colour-matched wheel stripes, also available separately.