Honda Transalp 2023 My Honest Review

[@martythompson6509]

Fwiw, in the first 2000klms on mine, fuel consumption at the open road speed limit is 3.5l/100klms, flogging it, 4litres/100klms. So minimum 400klms to a tank.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍

[@martythompson6509]

Just to add to the above. The computer reads a little high. When it indicates 3.8L/100klms, actual use is 3.5. Now with 3000klms on it, it's using between a real 3.1L/100klms at the posted limit, to a real 3.8L/100klms when getting into it a bit. As in 7 grand every gear. Last ride was 325klms. Used 11.5 litres. It was a very spirited ride sitting at $1.20 to $1.30 in metric money. I'm also talking real velocity, not what the playschool clock is telling me. Pretty impressive economy for a 750cc engine.

[@Motourev]

Gotta say I really like the look of it

[@paulgriffiths6404]

I really enjoyed it, pal 👍

[@davidwaddington9414]

Yes Paul we really do want "the truth" lol.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Cheers 👍👍

[@Alexanderpaal67]

Thanx for this review allthough not very critical. Refreshing to finally have a rider beeing able to speak & still keep both hands on the handlebar 👍 The legend has finally returned!! Been a very long wait. Was able to test ride this beauty here in Scandinavia. Note! (Am the current owner of Transalp 650 2005 model with 100,000km on the clock)TA 750 probably the best TA yet. Overall a pleasing expirience. Not perfect but Adequat. More positives than negatives. Pros: Fun, Nimble, Agile, Handling, Ergonomics, Comfortable, Enough Power, Engine & Sound, Gearbox, 21/18 inch wheels, Seems like quality plastics, Fully LED lights, Robust Suspension, Enough Electronics, Apperence, Plenty Of Accesory Options, 6speed, Low weight, Accessable Seatheight, Adequat Ground Clearence & Adequat Suspension Travel, Self Cancelling Blinkers, Blinkers As Extra Lights & Emergency Break Lights. Cons: Totally Naked Out Of The Box, Starting price in my country: 12322GBP plus registration. Final price with all needed extras approx: 15500GBP, No Easy Airfilter Access (Its Under The Tank), No Air Temprature Indicator, Low Muffler, Sump Lump, Welded Subframe, No Easy Adjustable suspension, No Adjustable Windscreen, No Adjustable Front Fender, No Gps Mounting Bar, No spring loaded gear & break lever, Headlight Design & No Wingbadge. Cruise Control & Tubeless can be added but will further increase the cost. Conclusion: Will Keep My TA 650 with all nessary accesories & improvments done slowly in My ownership for 10 good year. Would probably consider AT 1000 2016-2019. Lower cost & better bike. The Power Of Dreams ❤

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍

[@rayjones4115]

Looked like a really good bike when we saw it at the NEC last year. Nice to see it living up to our initial thoughts. 👍👍👍👍

[@paulgriffiths6404]

It felt pretty good if you want the truth 👍👍

[@johnslack3608]

Great review Paul. I think you have a real skill in that area. Keep up the good work.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍 thanks for watching

[@kevinf-b5065]

That bike is LOADED with extras. The protection bars, fog lights, hand guards, metal foot pegs, radiator guard etc maybe even the centre stand and an optional quick shifter. That would bump the price up to over £11,750!

[@paulgriffiths6404]

👍👍👍

[@Alexanderpaal67]

In My country 15000-15500GBP

[@johnstonstewart9683]

The Honda transalp and Suzuki 800de are so good as all round real world motorbikes.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

👍👍👍

[@icedidi]

I collect mine soon, traded my new Hornet in for the Transalp.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Enjoy pal 👍👍 thanks for watching 👍👍

[@paulabraham8724]

All looks good. Hope the NT was sorted out.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers, Paul, 👍👍

[@jaymckenney6]

I have a '21 Africa Twin Manual.. I love it.. it's freaking tall. I actually dropped it in my driveway some months ago, and I've been riding for 50 years 😂. As I hit my 60's.. may want a shorter bike..

[@paulgriffiths6404]

The engine on the Twin is great 👍

[@jaymckenney6]

@paulgriffiths6404 it really is.. I've gotten used to the height of mine? But that Transalp really intrigues me!

[@lakesbiker7286]

I remember when a 'little' 750cc motorcycle was a big much faster bike😂

[@paulgriffiths6404]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lifeontwowheels1206]

that looks good have to give that 1 ago

[@paulgriffiths6404]

You be pleasantly surprised 👍👍

[@richardgiles2484]

Just got myself a new 900 rally pro. I did consider the new transalp but had absolutely crap service from my Honda dealer Thunderroad in South Wales a few years ago so didn't won't torisk it again

[@paulgriffiths6404]

900 rally pro looks like a great machine. 👍 Thanks for watching, pal 👍

[@Bazza47]

The 21" front wheel and a chain would put me off, but in it's favour it does look typically Honda build quality wise so if you're after that type of bike it's worth a test ride. I wouldn't buy any bike with matt paint though as from experience once marked (which was easily done on my GS) you can't then correct the damage. In my case after a successful warranty claim I had PPF fitted on my bike to prevent the paint getting scratched again, so this is worth bearing in mind when you choose the colour/finish.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

That's a good call, that pal. 👍 I have a matt finish on my NT1100. I'll look into that. Thanks for watching 👍

[@chris-way]

Great review. Will you get the chance to try the Goldwing dct (non-tour)? Best bike on the road I reckon.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

I actually got a chance to ride one last year at the Birmingham Nec Bike show on their test rides. It was a brilliant bike. Wasn't allowed to film it, though. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to ride one again. 👍👍 Thanks for watching, pal 👍

[@chris-way]

@@paulgriffiths6404 Thank you for posting your vids. keep 'em coming!

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@@chris-way Cheers pal 👍

[@Baza765]

Nice little review mate,what’s up with your new bike 🤔 Ride Safe Mr B 😎🤘

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍 The NT1100, yeah, it won't start 😒

[@Baza765]

@@paulgriffiths6404 Bloody L mate you have no luck with new bikes do you 🙄 Fingers crossed they’ll sort it 🤞👍

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@Baza765 Cheers Baza 👍

[@onthepegs]

Hi, did you have a chance to try it at highway speed? How did you find the footpeg vibrations? I tried the v-strom 800DE and I did not like it at 120kmh and up... :(

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Hi Pal, it was ok at 70mph (120kph) Yeah, slight vibration, but not that noticeable 👍👍

[@onthepegs]

@@paulgriffiths6404 thanks

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

Nice bike do like the look and stance. But for now I’ll keep my Deauville 700. 😊

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Deauville is a great bike. I still regret selling mine. Thanks for watching, pal 👍

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

@@paulgriffiths6404 I still look back at your videos on the Deauville, do love the Bike.👍👌

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@tarsneyisleestrelas4659 Cheers, pal 👍

[@anthonyburney3986]

would the seat be comfy for 3 hour road ride??

[@paulgriffiths6404]

It was ok for me. Seats, in my view, are a personal experience. My advice is to take one out for a good ride to give you an idea. I owned RT1250 a few yrs ago and looked comfy, but after a few hours, it was hell. So, looks can be deceiving, pal 👍👍

[@markvaughn8096]

Only GRIPE is the LACK of Cruise Control and Tubless tire option

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Fair point pal, to be honest I wasn't aware of the inner tube. Felt OK as it happens. I do agree though, if I'd have known I would feel the same

[@michael37570]

Did you put it into sport mode?

[@paulgriffiths6404]

To be fair, no, I should have done really. 👍

[@Ainsworth-Rider]

Very nice review Paul and it looks like great bike I would prefer tubeless tyres though 😊

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍 thanks for watching

[@Alexanderpaal67]

Can Be Added

[@icedidi]

pretty sure the Himmy and classic have tubes 😁- Evening Ainsworth 😘

[@solentmotorbiketours9545]

Buy the CB 750 Hornet at £2500 cheaper it a bit of a no brainer for the same Engine and toys

[@paulgriffiths6404]

👍👍👍👍

[@ianroberts7195]

Good video Paul, the extra £2500 over the hornet is not really justified as all you are really getting is more plastic

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Thanks for watching, pal 👍 I

[@chrisowens3781]

What’s wrong with the NT paul

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Still has the starting/fueling issues.

[@chrisowens3781]

@@paulgriffiths6404 oh no is it just the Dct that’s having the problems as I’ve got the manual

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@chrisowens3781 Not sure, pal.

[@kevinf-b5065]

RT/NT, bit of a difference

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Agree, but there's also 10k difference in price 😉

[@kevinf-b5065]

@@paulgriffiths6404 I think you made a boo boo in your commentary re RT/NT referring to your purchase. You meant to say NT 😃

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@kevinf-b5065 I was referring to the RT I owned prior to my NT1100. My previous bike was the RT1250 LE, which I had for 3 years. I traded in my Deauville for. 👍👍

[@johnirvine8523]

hi paul see if you can find your freudian slip it was funny nice vid though

[@paulgriffiths6404]

I bet you think it was the RT slip. If it was that, I was generally referring to when I bought the BMW. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I knew someone would pick me up on that 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Should have said BMW first 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@johnirvine8523]

@@paulgriffiths6404 hey paul correct me if im wrong but at 14:14 you were talking about the two pista calapons instead of two piston calipers 😂😂 i really enjoy watching your videos im from australia

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@johnirvine8523 Oh right 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, good spot. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Oculus729]

No cruise control and no center stand makes this machine a none starter.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

I really had high hopes for this bike but sadly once again Honda have not made it much more accessible than the Africa Twin to us shorter riders so it was not to be for me and the 500x was a nice bike but 47bhp is just not enough for my liking so this would have been a potential replacement. Your comment about the comfort seat was funny Paul that really grinds my gears do they deliberately choose to put on a worse seat just so they can sell you the comfort seat ? If they know they can make a better seat then why is it not on the bike to begin with ?

[@paulgriffiths6404]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 yeah, it always makes me laugh about the comfort seat 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for watching pal 👍

[@Alexanderpaal67]

There is a low seat option

[@paulgriffiths6404]

@@Alexanderpaal67 Now that's a thought 👍👍👍 cheers pal 👍

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

​@@Alexanderpaal67 There is but I couldn't try one with a low seat on so I've bought a Triumph now which I think will see my riding career out now.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Nice looking bike but no cruise control nor option to have it. Deal breaker.

[@Alexanderpaal67]

Can be added

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Cheers pal 👍 agree would be a good option. I have it on the NT1100 and is great for long motorway runs 👍👍

[@6269steve]

Brilliant bike but tubed wheels. Get a puncher on a tour and it becomes a nightmare

[@paulgriffiths6404]

Never thought of that 🤣🤣🤣👍👍👍

[@human1513]

It has tubed tires.

[@paulgriffiths6404]

You're right, that's the only disadvantage 👍👍