Honda Transalp 750 Honest Review

[@NoTengoIlusiones]

Love this bike. I'm a tarmac guy. Good to know some trail capabilities, but I'm riding 99,9% of the time on asfalt. Just bought mine.😊

[@thodoris3790]

really, you bought one?how do you find it?what annoys you.couse this guy its too critical.we know that transalp its not a hardcore enduro machine.never was.

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

@@thodoris3790No answer, because he either doesn’t own one or hates it 😂

[@patkennedy1]

Yes well you 'went in hard' on the Transalp initially, but had more positive things to say as the video went on. I must say the bike affected me the same way. But after 61 years of riding (and over 50 years of working on bikes) I went ahead and bought the Honda, largely because of its relatively light weight, and in spite of knowing much of your crticisms (and agreeing with most of them). And I have to say the bike is better than I thought initially. Yes, the suspension is 'low rent', but many will buy it (with its killer price) knowing that, and prepared to spend a little in this area. I found that reversing the handlebar risers, which moves the bars slightly forward on the top triple tree, makes the steering feel more 'natural'. I find the standing up position fine, at just ver 5' 9", and much better than my previous 'adventure bike', but the longer/wider optional 'bear grip' footpegs will make the standing up less 'bow-legged'. They also sit slightly lower. I have those pegs coming (included in the price, as the first purchaser of the model here) but can stand comfortably as is, as I have skinny legs! Yes, the delightful Aprilia is MUCH better off-road, no question, but is about $7,000 more than the ride-away $15,740 the Honda costs in Australia. But the Honda isn't a trail bike - it is a dirt road bike, and actually not bad at doing that. About 700 of the almost-3,000 kms I have done on mine so far have been on dirt roads, and the original Dunlop tyres aren't even that bad. But yes - the bike needs coarser tyres and some suspension work to be better in this setting, for sure. But the new Transalp 'is what it is', and no-one is seriously suggesting it competes with the Aprilia or the T7 in serious off-road use. But it is far better than either of those on the sealed roads we go on before we get to the dirt. Surprisingly good. And yes, it is no doubt the case that Honda have intentionally kept it short of their big Africa Twin flagship, because - well - they want to sell lots of bikes! Let us be under no illusions there. But the Transalp is surprisingly good in its designed application, which is sealed and unsealed ROADS. Not trails. As I have said in answer to these observations before; if we're going serious trail riding, I won't be bringing a 750. But with tyres and suspension work, it will easily get the weary traveller to a hidden away camping spot.

[@martythompson6509]

4k on mine now. At speed limit, uses 3.5 litres per hundred klms. Yesterday I flogged it mercilessly sat on 120+ all day, plus did multiple twisty tar bits at 5 to 8 thousand rpm. It used 3.8 litres per hundred klms.

[@arryusofficial]

First of all the Transalp is not an off road bike. It is a 60-40 bike. 60% pavement 40% gravel. Will there be a youtube video that mentions not only Transalp resets TC after turning off the engine but all of them. All modern bikes do the same. Even Tenere does that. It is the law. It is not something that Honda imagined to be a good feature. About cruise control. I had an Africa Twin ... I used cruise control once and never again. I am not saying that CC is a useless thing. I am just saying that arguing about the lack of CC in every video is just non sense.

[@jnano2071]

Turning off traction control sucks big time: hold 1 button, tap 2, tap 5, hold 1, hold 1. And then the same if you want to turn off ABS as well…

[@erkful]

It’s obvious Honda hobbled the transalp to not take sales from the AT.

[@jnano2071]

Dude I’m impressed by how well produced this video was for such a small channel, I just subbed and liked, best wishes I hope your channel gets the opportunity to grow

[@ernestt4460]

This is translation from another channel in russian language. His original videos are in russian. He moved from Russia to Spain few years ago. Produces 1 video/month but very high quality info. I would say he is russian version of Brian F9. )))

[@cliftonsr]

I only found the rear shock on the Transalp needed changed out for something like a TracTive rear and wow it is a game changer for sure, the Transalp 750 out handles my Tuareg 660 and I found the Tuareg 660 feeling very wallowy on the road, and after I dialed in the suspension the Transalp 750 is way better on and off road than the Tuareg 660. I'm selling my Tuareg 660 I think.

[@SumPixelz]

Wow. You flew your drone pretty close to that plane.

[@Armand808]

How about the ktm 790 in comparison of this middleweight adventure motorcycles?

[@kostasPapadakis]

You have created an honest review on Transalp, but in my opinion you are starting from the wrong place. HONDA created the Transalp as a tall utility vehicle. He didn't want to create a little African twin. Transalp existed for years, it wanted to create a better Transalp. And he succeeded. The Transalp audience (which includes me) want a capable motorcycle on the road, in the city and on smooth dirt roads. Watch the sales in the next period and you will be convinced, that the public (who gives their money) wants a motorcycle like this. Thank you for your time.

[@adv-moto]

I didn't say the bike is bad. And about old Transalps, each generation was more and more road-focused. Bringing back 21" - mistake imo. No need for tube 21” wheels for "smooth dirt roads".

[@kostasPapadakis]

@@adv-moto I got it, you thing that the 21 wheel was a mistake. I do not care, i wanted a steady bike on the highway and I got it. Every week I ride to gravel roads, it can be done. And I thing that any 350 cc dirt bike, will crush any adventure bike. So, everyone will buy according to his/her needs.

[@thodoris3790]

i aggre

[@Otto-AutoPilot]

Looks good in silver/grey. Shame the headlight is so generic looking.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

I'm not a fan of the headlight as well.

[@AzzaAgai]

Great video! Have you looked at the vstrom 800RE that just got released? A lot of people like adv bikes as tourers with nice fairing for wind protection etc and this seems to fill the mid sized niche.

[@adv-moto]

Not yet. But I really liked the character of the engine on the 800 DE, and I was happy that the 800 RE (called 800 Tech in Spain) a lot cheaper than the DE. So I'm waiting for a long test.

[@podunkman2709]

The 800RE inherits the good features of the 800DE (engine, rear suspension) and probably the bad ones (vibrations and cooking of the right leg). Unfortunately, they went too far towards the "road" side with this bike; the seat is too low (didn't they make it thinner at the expense of comfort?), the suspension travel is a bit too small, the knee is more bent. And this motorcycle is still very heavy. If you realistically assess the value of RE, it is more expensive than DE.

[@adv-moto]

@podunkman2709 If you subtract the RE ground clearance from the DE, there will be the difference in seat height. Ergo is the same. DE - 230 kg, RE - 223 kg. For road oriented bike it's not that important, a bit heavier than the V-Strom 650, Versys 650, NC750X, etc. Price. DE in Spain - € 11,800, RE/Tech - € 10,700. According to the photos I see that DE have extra accessories - hand and engine protection (both without crash bars), but it is inexpensive and not everyone needs, but RE/Tech have high screen.

[@podunkman2709]

​@@adv-motoI'd love to see yor video about RE (including "adventure" tracks). Here there are no test bikes so far - only display.

[@thodoris3790]

ergos is not the same.make your research better....@@adv-moto

[@Andrew-ft2en]

Honda really missed the ball on this one. They should have made two versions if they really wanted to compete with the T7; the same way Triumph has a GT and Rally Tiger, but somone at Honda is too prideful for the African Twin, as that would easily cut into those sales. I'm wondering now if by putting custom 19in tubeless front and rear, getting the Tour tech 25+mm suspension would even the bike out and make it more of an ADV bike it should have been. Hopefully an ECU flash will fix any throttle hickups as well. At this current state it really is a useless bike as it doesnt do well in the dirt but then you're stuck with those terrible 21in tubed so can't put proper road tires. Smh Honda , what the heck.

[@adv-moto]

Let's see new ATAS sales - they finally made the suspension shorter and 19".

[@Andrew-ft2en]

​​@@adv-moto1100CC making 100HP that weighs 510 pounds is ridiculous. They need to revamp it

[@human1513]

@@adv-moto What is "ATAS sales"? What is ATAS?

[@adv-moto]

ATAS = Africa Twin Adventure Sports

[@nickabrahall1412]

I would really like you to test the Rieju Legend 500 That bike seems to have it all

[@podunkman2709]

I really like your videos and honest opinions 😊 It's a rarity because all these "reviews" are worth shit - either the materials are sponsored, or the recording person is afraid to say negative things because he won't receive any more motorcycles later, or he doesn't ride for long, or he's simply ignorant. I see Transalp exactly as you described. This is absolutely not an "off-road" motorcycle. Stop asking these stupid questions "Transalp or Tenere?". The Tansalp suspension is budget - for example, it is strange that there is no rebound adjustment in the rear shock absorber (this will have a greater negative effect the heavier you are). Transalp is a good bike but mind the limits.

[@adv-moto]

I think it's some sort of cultural code. I am a northern guy, we have a more pessimistic view of the world. :)

[@podunkman2709]

​@@adv-moto❤😅

[@ecirlos4601]

Best bike ever. 80% road 20% off. Saludos 👍

[@jnano2071]

Well I ride lots of off-road even parts that would be considered enduro and just got one of these, where I’m from its 7k cheaper than the t7 so it was a no brainer, if needed I’ll modded out. Hope it goes well

[@verlinswarey507]

Is this Spain? What’s up with all the sheep?! Are they wild or domestic? Thanks!

[@adv-moto]

Hi! Spain. I guess, they domestic - it’s usual for mountains.

[@tatucristi9139]

It's a very good bike on road and light off road.

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Nice "head" rocks at 16:30.(right side).

[@kwik2008]

Finally someone is telling the truth , thanks 😊👍🙏

[@peteranderson7497]

That's just 🐂💩; how do you know this review is "true", because it's the only one out there that criticises this bike? Or have you ridden it and reached the same conclusion? Be more critical in what you support!

[@kwik2008]

@@peteranderson7497 indeed I did. I have had the Transalp for a week. It’s a great bike for what it is but it’s definitely not as good off road as most people think.

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

@@peteranderson7497You must love your bike so much that anything negative will make you cry 😭😭😭

[@MissleadingPromo]

Is it possible for a CF MOTO 700 mt review?

[@adv-moto]

I don't want to do a review of a bike I don't like. I rode it for a few days. It is almost a complete copy of the Versys, but the suspension is worse, the engine with vibrations and twitches, the plastic can rattle. There is no appreciable difference between 650MT and 700MT. Whether it's worth price difference with the Versys - I don't have a definite answer.

[@MissleadingPromo]

@@adv-moto Thank you for your reply. I was conflicted whether i should buy a new bike or a used one. In my country used bikes 15 years old cost the same as a new Chinese bike,like CF MOTO 700 MT or Benelli TRK 702 for example. And i struggle which i should buy. I currently have a Suzuki Bandit 650 2005 Naked and i want something newer with more features. CF MOTO is 6.500 euro brand new and a used good bike (like a Honda or Kawasaki) is about the same and its 15 years old with 80.000 Kilometres. I want a Sport Touring bike so i can travel more. But like you said Chinese bikes feel Cheap and unreliable but i also have a small budget. I dont know what to do.....

[@bassiclogic]

I'm curious to know your height and weight! That matters to many different riders of different weights and heights.

[@dantedevil444]

Hallo! Nice to see you!

[@MrSnap8430]

When V-storm 800 de review?

[@SomewhereInside]

Sat on one , it’s a tall heavy beast .

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

Honda people are so sensitive 😂 I only see the feeling police in the comments 🤣🤣🤣

[@berticusmaximus8381]

I was going to say that Honda never meant for this to be an offroad bike. But then I watched the rest of the video. Lol

[@spinnetti]

Wow that was quite a ripping! Only one I've seen that was so negative. I still think its probably the one for me. My use case is mostly on-road. Problem with the Tuareg, is cost - its a lot more out the door, dealer availability, parts availability and perceived durability/quality and thus resale.

[@peteranderson7497]

How to improve your KZbin channel's rating 101: Take a subject that most people with even a modicum of knowledge about the subject (Honda's Transalpine 750 in this case) and trash it in a format designed to look like an "honest" review. Well top marks! You have succeeded with your 🐂💩 review. Apologies, your "review" might have got better but I only watched the first few minutes.

[@adv-moto]

Actually, positive reviews are more popular. The second part of the video explains why the Transalp 750 is a good bike, even if not an off-road bike.

[@SomewhereInside]

Test rode this bike for an hour , on bumpy back road bitumen and smooth freeway . Very balanced bike , feels low to the ground even if it is 850mm seat height . In Australia sold with 90 HP , it goes well. Looks to me similar to a KLR 650 at certain angles . It doesn’t weigh 230 kg , it is 208 kg wet . I own a Versys 650, if it had a 19 inch or 21 inch front wheel , re routed exhaust , and revised steering geometry it would be decent off road , hence looking at the Transalp. The off road ability is decent , just turn the traction control off , and use kill switch not key in the bush.

[@blackshark2088]

Top! Like and Abo! I have also this Black Beauty..greetings from Germany!! I love this Bike.

[@toltod]

Glad someone finally said it...this bike is not good for even gravel roads. Someone out there will make a fortune making some plug and play sensors to fool the bike into keeping TC/ABS from intervening.

[@baxabuxa17]

Мake a review about Super Duke GT. please...

[@adv-moto]

Even though I like more off-road bikes, took it for a few days 2 months ago. I'll do a review someday. :)

[@baxabuxa17]

@@adv-moto will wait. it is very interesting to me...

[@sergiosoares264]

who is this guy?? The Transalp is a ROAD motorcycle that can do light offroad. It does not compete with the T7. Does the Tenere goes to 200Km/h in 4th gear?? The Transalp can reach 200km/h (125mph) in fourth gear easy. If you want an offroad motorcycle is not the Transalp neither de Teneré. Get an enduro motorcycle.

[@adv-moto]

That's exactly what I'm saying. A "ROAD motorcycle" doesn't need a 21" tire with inner tube, even for "light offroad". And quotes from the model's page: "A chassis that delivers light on-road handling plus off-road control" "On a dirt track, around town or out on the open road, this engine is tuned for the versatile performance you need."

[@churchofbrap876]

​@@adv-motowould have been great to see this with 19" front and tubeless

[@Romenet310]

Sorry but the Vstrom 800 DE is way more comfortable than the Transalp. I am 6’2.

[@adv-moto]

The 800 DE is way more heavier, way more expensive, way more vibrate. What means "way more comfortable"? :)

[@ChrisSauer-oe5ve]

In the showroom 🪑 😂

[@kumys_roka]

Olá!

[@SomewhereInside]

This Ai voice is pretty convincing .😊

[@brianrahuba6919]

It's called doing the suspension ! There nothing new here .

[@prashantgaikwad7392]

That is extremely judgmental! Boo! change your lens... You are certainly not smarter than Honda, As a matter of fact, you are making YT videos and Honda is producing motorcycles.

[@sunnyvalejedi]

Your. Speaking. Cadence. Is. Unbearable. To. Listen. To.

[@topshelf6623]

AI. brutal..