Was I WRONG? - Honda Transalp XL750

[@Motoeuro]

Hi guys! Sorry I cannot answer all comments individually, but thank you all for watching and commenting. 🤘When we talk about ‘adventure touring’ the Alp seems more capable than I originally thought, if you pick your battles. Perhaps I was too harsh on it! My cynicism and criticism will be back soon! 👍 Cheers!

[@johnrovere2286]

Getting to the air filter is a pain

[@andrewarnott6112]

It still takes a real man to swallow their pride and admit they were wrong. Its also quite refreshing in the world today, well done.

[@jayzeebeezee7442]

New Transalp rocks and this is my third after 40 years in the saddle. The sweet spot of a motorcycle for me too. Don't need a lardy-arse overpriced vanity project Africa Twin/ GS etc. Transalp does it all, no frills no fuss. Just a great honest motorcycle that will always be your friend.

[@SprocketN]

I swapped my 1000cc Africa Twin for a Transalp. I definitely don’t regret this change. It’s lighter, just as quick, just as comfortable. I use it more than I used the heavier AT. I don’t don’t ride off road, I could have a road only bike, but I like the seating position of adventure bikes.

[@Antillen44]

This Trans Alp 750 is what the Africa Twin used to be, but modern. The Africa Twin is now a to big, heavy and fat monster!

[@awatts222]

I just picked up a new standard manual Africa twin. I was very worried about the weight. But as long as I'm not pushing it a mile, it honestly doesn't feel any heavier than any other bike, especially while in motion.

[@RhullyoCristyanno]

Se você reparar, no capitalismo somos bombardeados de propagandas nos incentivando a comprar mais, comprar o maior, o melhor, o mais completo, o mais tecnolócigo. Ai você olha o que um Golf era e o que é hoje, porta malas maior, espaço interno maior. Essa lógica não para nunca. Aí, pra compensar, lançam um outro modelo, com especificações menores, para poder ter um pequeno também. Essa lógica não para nunca. O pequeno era GOLF, ai teve que criar o polo, ai o polo ficou grande demais e teve que fazer o Up. Simplesmente capitalismo agindo. Compre mais e mantenha a roda da exploração funcionando.

[@Antillen44]

@@RhullyoCristyanno Funny, I wanted to use the VW Golf = > Polo => Up comparison to, only less a capitalism way. Ride Safe!

[@podunkman2709]

Got old and fat. But everyone around is ashamed to speak the truth.

[@boomblab23]

@@awatts222servicing it yourself is a pain (i work alot on AT)

[@JTX-mv5ln]

I absolutely love this bike! I bought one as soon as it was released, and it's been fantastic. It’s the perfect commuter, and it's also great for the occasional green lane adventure. Plus, with the Honda badge, I have complete confidence in its reliability.

[@Motoeuro]

Fair points, cheers for this :D

[@SanketKambli]

The tubed wheels arent a concern?

[@JTX-mv5ln]

@@SanketKambli I've been fortunate enough to have only had one flat tire in the last 13 years of riding. Honestly, I think there are bigger concerns on the road than whether my tires are tubed or tubeless. Either way, as long as you have breakdown cover and carry some spare tubes, you'll be good to go.

[@Motoeuro]

@@SanketKambli I would prefer tubeless but there are pros and cons for both! Cheers

[@adamnol8129]

No problem for BMW to equip GSes 800, 800 and 1300 as well as previous version with eg. cruise control. Only Honda see internal competition.

[@KoenPrins]

This June I bought a TA and put almost 6000 on it, mostly on long trips but also into the city. This weekend there was a lot of hubbub in town and roads were closed for protestors. And the packed roads were mine, lane splitting, hopping on and off the curb, light, easy and fast when needed. It is like riding my moped but with the power I always wanted without the weighty feel that I got used to on other bikes. For long trips it works well, higher windscreen and some other accessories made this the ultimate touring bike for me. So yeah, it can do all I want it to do.

[@SkufMcGruff]

Like a number of people have said, I absolutely love my Transalp. Especially with the available aftermarket cruise control for under $300USD. I've mine on road for a 1,200 mile 4 day road trip and I've done a decent bit of off road riding on forest service roads. It tackled all of it with ease. Sure, like you said the suspension is bouncy, but it's kind of expected at the price point. And even like that, you can still have fun on and off road with it. It really is a great bike.

[@rabukan5842]

At 5'7" and 67 years old, the Transalp suits me well. I wish Honda would give us cruise, tubeless tires, and DCT, even as options, but for what it is, and at this price point, I think it's a fine adventure bike. I love the AT, but it's just getting too heavy as I get older. I do think Honda is missing the point. There would be nothing wrong with the Transalp competing with the AT. There will always be those who want big, and those who want smaller. Why not give riders what they want and let them choose? The technology is there for all.

[@Wileylikethehawk]

My dad got one of these brand new and we have all fallen totally in love with it. What a delightful bike it is.

[@Bata_Mare]

Hat down for the video. In the end I bought a v-strom800de... after a lot of thinking betwen these two bikes... but that doesn't mean anything for the future 😊 Stay open mind, and greethings from Serbia 🤗

[@RhullyoCristyanno]

Good choice, eu acho a vstron mais bonita.

[@pigmeal2224]

Same for us. Love our VStrom DE ... annnnnnd - air filter is under the seat!! 😊❤

[@CharlesDaleActor]

There’s so much snobbery about “adventure riding”. The old “ if you’re not putting your life at risk, it’s not an adventure” bollocks. The minute you ride a motorbike you put your life at risk to a certain extent. Adventures are what you make them and for those of us going with our various limbs unbroken to pay the mortgage, this is the perfect bike.

[@RhullyoCristyanno]

Sempre pensei assim. É uma cultura em que os homens tem que ser mais homens que os outros homens, e só provam isso se colocar sua vida em risco. Eu não arrisco a minha. Faço viagens, curvas legais, rápido o suficiente para divertir, mas lento o suficiente para ser seguro.

[@rhonwyngilbert4102]

Love the channel, shirt and humor. Getting my transalp next week. 🎉

[@Motoeuro]

Cheers! Good luck with your new Alp!

[@gsanviladv...avgrider1374]

I manged to read the disclaimer :) I appreciate the way you speak, many thanks!

[@Motoeuro]

Thank you for this! Good pause skills!

[@easyfromtnbtw3555]

I love my Transalp I think it hits the sweet spot of “middleweight”

[@Life_4_ADV]

"ready to repair" 😆 love your's T-Shirt ... Greets!

[@patkennedy1]

Thanks for this video - an honest rethink of your first impressions of the model. Now at 20,200 kms here in South Australia, I can honestly report that this bike is a valid offering. I have been riding for 62 years (I started early) and can sincerely say this bike has really 'grown on me'. I was underwhelmed when I first rode it, but bought it anyway, and it has 'won me over' as the year and a bit has passed. I will continue to improve and lighten the bike, and as it is now due for a suspension oil change, I am considering my options, as the suspension does let it down somewhat for me. But it is a great 'everyday' bike (I am retired, and literally ride it most days, 12 months of the year here in sunny Australia) and I will keep it. Smooth, amazingly economical (I am a distance from a fuel outlet) and a very undemanding ride. Low revs at open road speed - 4,000 at 110 kmh (70 mph) - plenty of brakes, a smooth ride, and even sounds nice on the overrun! A lot of bike for a reasonable price. Mine has won over this Ducati guy...

[@Motoeuro]

@@patkennedy1 thank you for this, great to hear! Cheers

[@adaptableadventurerider]

Another awesome video ^_^ I’ve changed my mind on quite a few bikes over the years as others say it’s good to see life is all about development, we went for the nx500 for dad as we wanted tubeless an lightness + he’s not intending on anything past a gravel road. So made more sense both been riding it a lot an it’s been brilliant in so many ways. Kinda wish Honda would do a transalp with tubeless as I do like them currently in the process of letting my 1150gsa go after re injuring my shoulder doing decorating in the house joys! So been thinking what to get myself once she’s sold.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Nice and detailed video. The second thoughts are always welcome. I test rode this bike and I didn't have a feeling about being budget. I completely agree abut the suspension, but what makes me thinking is why they just skipped some equipment like cruise control. I think that the center stand is just an option. Why? :) Otherwise to me it felt like any Honda, a very quality made bike. Those interested can check my test ride video.

[@dashuntas.m4045]

If a lot of people were realistic about the kind of riding they would be doing, a lot of the large capacity bikes would become obsolete

[@BrunoBorges.74]

I recently switched from a CRF300L to a Transalp 750, I only did it for the comfort over long distances and the ability to carry a passenger. I lost the agility of the little 300 but I gained in many other things. Off road is not a priority in my case, but a possibility and always at moderate speeds. So I think I made the right choice and Transalp was not my passion, but the choice was based on reason. Greetings from Portugal.

[@monsterboomer8051]

I also think about switching my 300L for Transalp for longer road rides. But somehow I want to keep 300L. I like how light and easy it is. I wish I could have 2 bikes.

[@BrunoBorges.74]

@@monsterboomer8051 Unfortunately I couldn't have both. But I will always mourn the sale of the little 300.

[@holgerworm64]

Keep your little 300L, you need the best of both worlds. You won't regret keeping the little red rooster 300​@@monsterboomer8051

[@briano5907]

I just returned from a day ride in the red clay greasy hills of Gympie, S.E. Queensland. The only bike left standing was the Transalp. The DRZ 400 with knobby wheels went down twice and the the other one, with road oriented tyres, multiple times. The front suspension needs work, as i launched it off washouts, it smashed through its stroke with a bang. The rear, though soft, held its own. Disengage the TC, lower the power to prevent unwanted wheel spin, and let it lead the way. And this was with the stock karoo streets. With the right tyres and a subtle hand, it will get you into trouble, and out. That front suspension needs work though. It's not my old KTM 790, but it goes most of the places it did, just a bit slower. And it's miles better on road. I'm hanging onto it.

[@briano5907]

Ohh, and twice i bottomed it out in deep ruts with rocks. An AXP bash plate to replace the alloy one, will make this easier, and quieter. Xmas is coming.

[@Motoeuro]

Cheers for this, I am genuinely impressed with what some are doing with their Alps!

[@AndyBondo]

I ride one in France mate. Been everywhere I shouldn't have been and I got thru.. Put a big tank and the bash mods, exhaust system , and she rips ❤

[@anchinkan]

Well done/said mate! I got one and really like it a lot. The TA wasn´t meant to be a "real offroad bike" but rather a bike which is a good companion in any situation and can do some gravel here and then. As you pointed out, most of us ain´t Pol Tarres but normal riders who enjoy a super reliable bike without bells ´n wistles which comes to a good price. All this whining about "aah, its muffler is too low, I cannot go through water" and sh... like that. Who really does?? I changed the suspension rear/front to Wilbers, put a skidplate and barkbusters on and that´s it; a friend for life!

[@davidsandilands1285]

Brought a TA for all the reasons it was designed for, despite changing the rear shock, it’s perfect for me.

[@blackshark2088]

I love this Bike! I can finally ride my motorcycle in a relaxed manner again... I can do anything! Fast or slow..Greetings from Germany!😀

[@n03m9]

Are you driving TET or mostly streets?

[@blackshark2088]

@@n03m9 85 % Street... ;-)

[@Patshes]

What bike?

[@fixento]

An adventure bike is NOT enduro or dirt biker regardless of the promotional videos with professional rider doing rehearsed feats of impossibility to 99.9 precent of it's owners. It's a road/off road compromise that's capable of getting you to your destination regardless of the surface. The Transalp 750 is a balance between cost/weight/suspension/power as a middle weight adventure bike contender. US government EPA diluted the bike performance by removing 7.5 hp from the 91 hp at the crank. Wasn't long after the bike was introduced that American tuning shops had the 752cc engine producing in the upper 80s hp performance. I had my Transalp 750 ECU tuning up, that 752 cc motor now produces 88.7 hp at the wheel. Add a Canadian company $300 cruse control, and the bike is golden.

[@Motoeuro]

Yep, agreed. We’re talking ADV Touring here not enduro or TET work, buy a single for that mud fest! But for gravel tracks and dusty trails, the TA isn’t a bad choice. Cheers :D

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

I have the TA here in Australia and it is already 92 bhp I think. I agree, these adv bikes need to be geared for long road trips. Right off the bat your gearing is too high for complex off road riding, not to mention the weight. People have unrealistic expectations, no adv bike can challenge the laws of physics.

[@fuglbird]

It looks like a fantastic motorcycle. Used adventure bikes are very popular as well. They have often many miles on the clock indicating that their owners liked them. In May I bought a used naked motorcycle instead at a much lower price with much less miles on the clock. I'm 66 and do not expect doing jumps in the desert. I started motorcycle camping Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, France, Monaco and back in 1979. My girlfriend was passenger. We did not have a GPS or intercom, but used hand signals clapping and touching each other on the way. That was great! Almost ran out of money and slept in gardens and football pitches on our way back. This summer I just went on a two week solo spin to Harz and back. Good times.

[@davidmallia628]

The Transalp is so well balanced, keeping it's weight low, low seat height, and great engine. The updated version would be very welcome. They are changing the front headlight, more on the lines of the AT.

[@DmitrySerbin]

@davidmallia628 How do you know about changes?

[@MotoVania]

I love mine! Put 5000 miles on it, and a fair share of off road. I will say, a few times the low ground clearance has made for some pretty jarring smacks on the skid plate, but other then that, wouldn’t trade it for any bike out there

[@Motoeuro]

Thanks for that, the clearance is still a concern, but ‘pick your battles’ I guess! Thanks for watching!

[@jrreeves998]

The first gen of these remakes are going to be this way and I’m sure it will get better with the next models just like the Africa twin did. I love my 89 model and I’m looking forward to the upgraded version that will come. Like a said a lot of people had the same thing to say about the Africa twin.

[@theeschatechannel2854]

Don’t feel bad, my opinion has done a 180 as well. I’m planning a RTW to kick off my early retirement and the transalp is at the top of my list. Although the CF MOTO 450 is a close second and my gen3 KLR650 is still in my garage and I’m reminded every time I ride it that it’s still a good bike and a 8:5 compression ratio is ideal for low grade petrol that is common in the more remote parts of the world. I still have a little time before I set off so if Honda releases a updated transalp with all the improvements you stated, then that might just seal the deal for me.

[@Motoeuro]

Best of luck on your big adventure! I’ve had no luck with European motorcycles, so Japanese reliability is attractive. I see so many riders doing great things on the Alp, so kinda started to think I was too harsh on it! Cheers :D

[@theeschatechannel2854]

@@Motoeuro Thanks! It’s a shame about the European bikes, especially KTM group. They’re without a doubt the most innovative designs but unfortunately, those bikes are only here for a good time, not a long time.

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

TA runs on low octane gas too. Right there on the tank, next to the fuel cap , it says so.

[@Tadamagicsky]

Had 3 test rides before i purchase Transalp. I have compared with Tuareg, 800DE, and Africa Twin. And I am very happy with my choice. Done touring and off-road, it just well balanced bike.

[@bluevalkyrie2517]

7:28 Now that's a BARK-BUSTER! 🦍

[@rosarioroberto5823]

Greetings, As always another brilliant video production 🇺🇲🍾🎉🇺🇲 Keep producing more videos about motorcycles.

[@Motoeuro]

Thank you! Will do my best!

[@TerrySylvester-ip9on]

I just rented a Transalp to ride the road to Omalo/Dartlo, Georgia and it was great. It didn’t make me want to trade my T7 or Norden 901 on one, but it’s a really nice bike, especially considering the price.

[@DmitrySerbin]

I had versys 650 3 years. Then wanted something different. Took transalp for a test drive. That's what I've been looking for. Only thing I will miss is rebound adjustment, I used it. Waiting for 2025 model specs , then will decide which one to buy.

[@Motoeuro]

Fair play, cheers :D

[@illes.gergely002]

Finally someone put a beautiful sticker set on this bike! I saw this and that was the moment when I decided to buy one. I saw the stock colors so many times and it is just boring to me. I didn't like the front but with this stickers it is actually OK.

[@Lexie_nl]

funny, I also think about the transalp regularly. I ride a KTM advent 890 R. Afterwards it was just a bit too high and the Honda continues to attract me. I sat on it for a while and it fits like a good shoe, but I find the front of the transalp ugly. I have now lowered the KTM, it is cheaper than a new motorcycle. But there is a chance that I will go for the Honda again in the future. Nice story again from you, fantastic humor. love it👌

[@girlinagale]

Transalp is an outlier, not included in the adventure, or touring categories. I had a 2000 Transalp 650 and it was a lovely bike that invited me onto green lanes and did great on roads with the fairings, commanding position and screen. A mate has had Transalps for ages and done long trips from UK to Nordkapp beyond the Arctic circle. That's what Transalp does, touring with rough roads. I sold mine because I'm feeble and Transalp is top heavy with a full tank, so I couldn't lift it.

[@Motoeuro]

Fair comment thank you. It’s not as top heavy as a T7, that was just really strange. All twin ADV bikes are heavy, but the AJP PR7 might be a good option for you, all the best :D

[@janeharris9879]

I am not an aventure rider. I have just come back from a 3 week tour of the NC500. 3700kms starting from the Somme, in France, where I live, and back. The Transalp is just fantastic....for me. I quite understand the criticism of the bike. But, it's not a T7 or an Africa Twin.

[@watch_drives_you]

At the moment i own a CRF 250 L and a BMW R1100GS. The GS is now 27 Years old and still going strong. I just finished a 10.000km round trip to the north cape with a lot of TET roads in the Baltics and Finland. That said, if it ever is time to replace it I would probably look towards a (then usend) Transalp. It´s a very good allrounder especially considering that i own a small and very capable enduro bike for the really harsh stuff. I´m pretty sure the aftermarket will be huge in a few years time and making a good basic bike your own is half the fun in my opinion. Anyways... keep up the good work, love watching your videos. Greetings from Germany.

[@n03m9]

It is a little bit on the heavy side but surely it was well fitted for (most) TET areas. Currently riding the CRF300l and to be honest, it is way underpowered. Transalp would be the better choice even though it would look way better in a dakar styling (front). tldr: good choice

[@watch_drives_you]

@@n03m9 For most parts of the TET the GS was fine. When it gets sandy you really notice the weight though. I fitted my CRF with a full Arrow exhaust and a 550 Performance ECU and this totally changed the bike! It's still not sporty by any means but it feels like she can breathe a lot more freely and feels like a 250 enduro is supposed to feel like. Can highly recommend these mods. After I came back from the north cape I took the CRF to Poland to ride some parts of the TET I chickened out of on the big GS and it was a ton of fun! Did 2000km in five days and despite comfort being almost non existent it is doable. The CRF is fantastic for what it is... but I would not own it as my only bike.

[@Motoeuro]

Thanks for the comment, yes its a good allrounder, but you’re right for harsh off-road I would not use the bike for that. Already aftermarket items look cool with taller end can and bash plates etc. Cheers! Hope it’s warmer in Germany than the UK!

[@n03m9]

@@watch_drives_you Thanks for the insights! ;-) I am wondering you weren't busted for the 550 ECU mod as police is constantly trying to f* people over for every single thing you change and here it would be illegal due to emission regulations. Owning a DR650 and had to make some holes into my air filter as when it gets hot, sometimes it was too much for that old lady. Police checked my bike, found "it" and now that thing is officially shut down. Would love to do the ecu mod on my crf300l, but I guess that lovely thing has to go and find a new owner. Great bike, but, as I said, it is underpowered.

[@watch_drives_you]

@@n03m9 Oh the ECU mod is not legal here either because it lets the bike run a lot less lean and fucks up the emissions. But the CRF was running EXTREMELY lean in stock form and a bit more fuel is a good thing considering temperatures. In a normal traffic stop police does not notice the different ECU because it's mounted under the rear fender and looks just like the factory one except for the missing Honda stickers. I had my TÜV inspection (MOT for the British) and they did not have a single complaint about the bike. When it comes to the emission test my Arrow exhaust without KAT doesn't help the situation, so either run the original pipe when testing or know the mechanic we'll enough that he puts the probe in another bike... If you want to get REALLY stealthy you can even send your original ECU to 550 and they will flash it with their software. Looks completely OEM then.

[@Gordonhaymes]

“ If you pick your battles “ is a good analogy. The expectations on your capabilities change with age. A less capable bike is no bad choice for a less demanding requirement. All off road bikes are capable , as long as it’s capable of doing what you want with it. 👍

[@Motoeuro]

Well said. Cheers :D

[@derrickmurphy9859]

Good stuff as always❤😂

[@PatchedBandit]

If they fix the air filter change operation I'm all in.

[@theeschatechannel2854]

Agreed. That’s almost a deal breaker. However, you can modify it to where you don’t need to remove the dashboard. Just fairings and tank…. Which is still kind of a pain.

[@Motoeuro]

Ah, yes, most of the bike has to come to bits to change it, poor design on this. T7 way better under the seat! Kind of forget about this issue! Cheers for commenting :D

[@roadwarrior8560]

That's why I wouldn't buy one, new Suzuki 800 it's a 5 min job to change the air filter, looking now at the VOGE 900 though, very interesting bike.

[@AndyBondo]

It takes an hour but stays cleaner longer. Doesn't bother me

[@paulvandervyver4223]

A great bike...just a PITA to get to the airfilter which especially for riders spending the majority of their time on gravel. Check out Big Rock Moto's mods on the TA. He's fitted an aftermarket cruise control

[@SulsaCikkectuve]

Have you looked at the new version of the F800GS BMW

[@craigcooper8810]

i love your helmet mate

[@AndyBondo]

Done 10,000 all over France. Best moto❤

[@grenphelps7455]

If you're looking at this bike again 😅, what about the Suzuki vstrom 800 de, on the back wheel has really put it through it's paces 😅😅🤦 even fitted a cruise control from the same place that does it for the honda, or, just buy a used AT like you use to own....

[@Rigatonispaghettioly]

main problem is weight. Like he said it depends on the adventure you're looking for, for me I would greatly prefer a 450 pound bike as apposed to 510 pound bike (roughly 12% heavier) that's more expensive, and has the same horse power. 800 is still a great bike tho

[@grenphelps7455]

​​@@Rigatonispaghettioly the main problem with all these adv bikes is weight, they are all over 200 kgs, most people aren't really going off road, it's generally gravel roads.... so you could have any middleweight adv bike

[@Motoeuro]

Thanks for this, I think the AT was just too heavy for me, but the Suzi DE is on my shortlist! Cheers for watching :D

[@mikerichardson415]

Over a year of ownership and still loving it. Comfortable and capable. Feels lighter than it actually is and goes faster than you think you are going. I don't need cruise control or tubeless tyres and it takes me about 10 seconds to turn off traction control and ABS for off road use. No negatives for me!

[@12masterr]

Till you have to change the air filter!

[@TheQQRYQ80]

​@@12masterrand fix the puncture

[@mikerichardson415]

@@12masterr No problem at all. I've had a 650 Transalp for the last 24 years and the air filter is also under the tank. If anything, the 750 looks like an easier job. The filter stays clean up there too.

[@mikerichardson415]

@@TheQQRYQ80 Had one puncture in over 100,000 km riding 650 Transalps. Not losing any sleep over it!

[@12masterr]

@mikerichardson415 What? Lol. You even have to take out the dash. it is a complete pain in the ass! Hondas used to be simple to maintain. That's why a simple valve job is $1000 on these bikes. And people tell me a bmw is expensive to maintain!

[@Roberta_Esposito]

If honda put cruise control heated grips, quick shifter, maybe optional off-road suspension on that bike that would have a world beater and everybody knows it

[@martythompson6509]

Veridian do a neat cruise for $299 USD. Heated grips and quick shifter are Honda accessories and are very reasonably priced. 8k on mine now. Keeps up with all my mate's ktms, BMW's, Yamaha's et al. If I have to criticise, harder riders will want a re spring and re valve to stop it bottoming when jumping erosion mounds. Mind you, I was racing an XR400 at the time..... Best bits... super comfy, 400+klms to a tank, easy to ride fast, very low centre of gravity compared to all the competition,bar the 790/890 with the saddle tanks. The engine is an absolute highlight. Very unHonda.... It's the least Honda engine I've ever used. It's a giggle. I'm 57. Ex supersport 600 racer. Ridden road and enduro for over 40 years..... Just to give you some perspective as to the relevance..or not of my opinion. I looked at the CF Moto 450. But half the horsepower and only a 7kg weight difference make the TA a very capable proposition.

[@TerrySylvester-ip9on]

Yamaha T7 World Raid with cruise/tubeless tires would own the market as would an Honda Africa Twin 750 with the same features I mentioned. Why won’t they give these bikes to us ?????

[@kugangles9860]

Aprilia Tuareg 660 has all that and is around the same price.

[@martythompson6509]

@@kugangles9860 not in Oz it isn't. Plus the Honda doesn't tend to suffer catastrophic failures.

[@TerrySylvester-ip9on]

I know, and I would like to ride one, I just love my T7 and it has been reliable as a hammer for 27,000 miles so far. I also have a Norden 901 with the features I want Honda and Yamaha to have; I love it, too, but I just don’t trust it like the Japanese bikes. Aprilia needs a much larger dealer network in the United States.

[@mrpknight482]

The Tee Shirt is ace,😅

[@mohba01]

Love the ktm t shirt 😂😂 very apt.

[@Motoeuro]

Thanks for noticing! 😂

[@mohba01]

@@Motoeuro haha. Very subtle can't believe no one's noticed it yet 😂😂😂

[@ronboe6325]

Russell Day Long will save your legs from the influence of those dang short people. It will also make long rides a joy. I'm on my second. We're pretty much over any grudges we had with King George so shipping to Blighty should not be a problem. After all, we're not in the EU either. Now if Honda USA would only gives a better paint option than black.

[@RV-rf5wi]

Love your shirt. Where did you buy it?

[@Motoeuro]

Ha ha!!! I made it myself! Limited edition of 1 😂

[@Leonard-kd7uj]

Hi great vid I do think you are spot on about a rally transalp a 750 adventure bike under 200kgs wet would sell loads but AT sells would fall the main reason we have niver seen a CRF 750 or 500 niver undermine your flagship ride safe

[@joshdoddadbod]

My personal feelings are the suzuki de800 is a better bike, but the transalp is still a good adv bike. Most dont do anything rough enough to have to worry about ground clearance etc. one thing that does annoy me is a lack of cruise control. Better suspension, cruise control, better ground clearance, and other reasons would have me buying an aprilia tuareg over anything else if I were to buy new. This is coming from a guy who owns a heavily modified T7 (which i love) but the T7 definitely isnt perfect by any means. I am more of a rough 2 track rider so the T7 suits well for me.

[@SomewhereInside]

TA owner 8500kms , with health issues haven’t ventured, into my preferred territory off road . Except for a local mid difficulty enduro flatish loop that I had lit up a KLR 650 on last year . I turned back off the trail within 600 metres , it was like riding a tippy pogo stick . Yes I am 100kg and the suspension is obviously soft and was using stock tyres, but it was scary to a somewhat experienced off roader. Yes stiffen the front and rear , fit at least 50 50 tyres , get over my real world fear of tipping the tippy bike with my 28 inch inseam and not being able to pick up the 208kg wet plus gear 220kg , Transalp in the middle of the bush riding solo.😮 But for me it’s been a good back road , rough road , bitumen tourer even with soft suspension . It’s fun and fast , if not super nimble in the twisties and the 21 inch front wheel makes me nervous . Would ideally prefer a 19 inch front wheel with a wider tyre. This would reduce ride height and support the weight of that forward protruding tank and forward biased fairing ? Taller riders might scoff at my fear of dropping this bike , but believe me an older shorter rider will agree. Beware of tight slow turns into driveways on cambered back roads with this bike , it can bite anyone .

[@Motoeuro]

I hear ya! Good comment thank you. I found it not too bad to pick up but, do this 2/3 times and you’re exhausted! I think more dusty tracks and gravel roads and we’re about right. Cheers!

[@rstanev951]

6:22 I'm sorry to disappoint but no major changes are coming sadly. I waited for a whole year hoping for Honda to give us tubeless tyres and secretly hoping they would update that horrible headlight taken from the CB500X but it isn't happening. I was at my local Honda dealership yesterday and was shown photos of the 2025 Transalp Limited edition and given some details. They even asked me if I wanted to place an order as only 250 units will be available here in Spain but I refused. No tubeless tyres, no new headlight, no cruise control or anything like it at all. The "limited" edition of the 2025 model is basically white/light coloured bike with a whole lot of decals making it look like a baby Afrika Twin, and they throw in a bunch of extras like handguards, engine guard, belly pan etc. etc. which you could purchase separately anyway. Very disappointed as I was REALLY hoping Honda would gives us tubeless tyres if nothing else.

[@Motoeuro]

I had a feeling Honda would not change things, they're protecting AT sales :( Cheers for the comment!

[@keithsheeley3031]

I love my Transalp!

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

I think the Transalp would be a fantastic ADV bike ( for touring , good for back roads , dirt roads and good fire trails . A light off roader if you will ! , obviously more capable then a V- Strom 650 XT but less capable then a T7. So even in Australia that would suit most ADV riders . The Positives 1. Honda Reliability 2. Dealer support 3. Accessories ( except the high seat 😂- but could get stock one modified at a upholstery place ) - I have do this many times . 4. Weight 5. Power 80 HP - fantastic for the weight. Negative 1. No cruise control 2. Smallish tank size 3. No bash plate on the low sump ( and the low sump ) But overall a good 👍 bike

[@Motoeuro]

Cheers, think you've got this right. One more negative; air filter repalcement :( Nightmare!

[@jank-official]

Touratech has a fantastic seat

[@evoemperor3776]

Only if they made the headlights looked like the old one ducati desert x will still be the most beautiful looking adv bike.

[@ocendo1]

I have one new Transalp 750 XL,2024. It is not good for longer ride as vibrations on the handles are making my fingers numb.I made short trip today,some,50 KM and,it is not right.Hopefully it is something with engine as bike is new and under waranty.I am sure Honda would not make this engine vibrating so bad.

[@Motoeuro]

You’re the second person who has mentioned this ‘vibe’ thing, please let us know how you get on, if the bike vibrates, I am 100% out of this!

[@ocendo1]

@@MotoeuroThanks for reply.Imhave tested another,the same bike from owner that sed"not for him".He is renting bikes and ocasionaly going around.Something is wrong as my bools and my willy get nimb quick.Imhave tried with suspension adjustment but nothing helps.Last what I do is hold handles losely bur it is not answer to the problem. There is huge comunity of riders complaining on diferent bikes.Even more expensieve than this bike.

[@kpappa]

I own the Transalp 750 and my friends say I am stupid for putting more money to suspension upgrade, tubeless tires, and things like that, but deep in me, I know the wisdom is hidden in such little details....

[@RhullyoCristyanno]

Aqui no Brasil, essa moto ainda não foi lançada, nem sei se vai, mas acredito que sim. Se eu viajasse sozinho, eu teria uma moto dessa ou dessa categoria. Como eu ando sempre com minha esposa, fazer aventuras fora de estrada perde um pouco da experiência, não dá pra ficar de pé, perde agilidade. Aí nesse caso, acredito que eu compre uma Africa standart assim que for possível. No momento, eu tenho uma Transalp 700 2013, que me atende muito e é uma delícia. Mas logo eu compro uma África, acredito que até 2027 eu já tenha a minha.

[@MusicMath123]

2:54 "that" thing alone is a deal braker. Original Africa 750 was kids dream and this new bike is "just one of the many new bikes" with no soul.

[@BlazinBlades]

Finally someone is coming to their senses On your Tuareg and 790 sessions Pink Floyd once wrote: ‘A momentary lapse of reason’…😝😝 Cheers mate 🍻🍻

[@Roberta_Esposito]

Tuareg will annihilate the transalpine every single metric and this is coming from a honda fan girl

[@Roberta_Esposito]

Tuareg will annihilate the transalpine every single metric and this is coming from a honda fan girl

[@Roberta_Esposito]

pink Floyd did not have Roger waters so that’s a total miss, but good try😂😂😂

[@Corey-pd3mi]

@@Roberta_Esposito except the one that matters, reliability 🤦‍♂️

[@Roberta_Esposito]

just staring at those ARAI boxes 🤤🤤🤤 I remortgage my house to get a few

[@Motoeuro]

Ha ha!!! Yeah, I just cant help myself.....!

[@ripmax333]

Every bike out there is equally capable in the right Hands, its 80% rider and 20% bike, I know the Transalp it's a good machine but seeing it live at the showroom I know eventually it will feel heavy for me and I'm not near the skill level of the promotional video rider's. I know that if I get it reality will struck an remind me that certain tracks I won't be able to cross them 😅, it will eventually feel too heavy the seat height will be eventually a bit tall and I'm not Tony boe😅. What I want is something like my Beta Alp 200 (or was mine😢 sadly sold it) light at just 118kg wet , 12 inches of ground clearance a reliable 200cc engine and a reasonable 33 inch seat height, unfortunately the suspension was way too harsh for the road and the seat felt like sitting on a brick after 30min of riding. Still waiting for the right bike.

[@Motoeuro]

Agreed! We’re talking 'ADV Touring' here not enduro or TET work, buy a single for that mud fest! But for gravel tracks and dusty trails, the TA isn’t a bad choice. Cheers :D

[@rfk76]

Wait a minute, and how is your 790 doing? KTM seems to be taking responsibility for camshaft issues now, so it should give us some peace of mind... My 890 just went through 11k km service and all is good.. or at least that's what they told me... Cheers!

[@Motoeuro]

All good, cheers! Happy the 890 is good! All the best 🙌

[@davidmatthews3093]

Honda are excellent at marketing and over the years the have made a fortune selling small bikes to people who will never have an ambition to climb up the motorcycle hierarchy. I have always thought that the 500X and Transalp are well placed in the marketplace. They are serious adventure touring motorcycles for real world touring. They do exactly what people who do adventure touring need their motorcycle to do. The problem is more likely the image that KZbin influencers try to peddle, the rough tough world of pushing to the limit in the wild while wild camping and letting the testosterone rip. The real world is not like that. Adventure tourers do over 95% of their motorcycling on hard surfaces, the demand four star hotels and posh meals. They want motorcycles that look ready to take on anything but most of them cringe at the thought of mud and wet grass and cold or wet. Honda know this. They sell motorcycles which will take their clients where they want to go, comfortably, reliably and economically. They know the market and have built the bikes to match. Sure the testosterone fuelled wannabes will scorn the sensible option and buy T7s or 390 Adventures because they feel they must but they will never ride the roads where they believe their dream bike is needed. Me? I looked at and said no to the Transalp. My reasons were simple, Honda have already sold me the bike that fits my profile and (in the influencer’s opinion) a move up to a Transalp would remove two of the things that I find most impressive about the bike that I already own own so would be a backward step. Having owned the 500X for three years I have no intention in losing its fantastic fuel economy and range and through riding it I have come to appreciate riding a bike that can be ridden enthusiastically up to the legal and safe limits of the roads I use without having to hold back and worry about my licence for 99% of the time. Well done Honda for building the bikes that do the job that we need them to do. They might not be the dream machines that KZbin tells us that we need but in the end they’re a better proposition thanvany of those.

[@Patshes]

🆒😎🤘🏻

[@HartyBiker]

Ehh, still not for me. I'm sure it's great on the road and gravel tracks, but to take it properly offroad where I need it I'd need to be a much better rider. Toni Bou can do incredible things on an Africa Twin because he's an incredible rider, so I'm sure a good rider can manage with the Transalp offroad. You'll probably never kill it though, so that's a big plus

[@simen9485]

One thing iv gathered from watching a lot of transalp reviews, is that, most of the flaws pointed out can be fixed. You cant fix a really high centre of gravity, and flaws like that. But you can upgrade suspension, install tubeless tires etc. And there might be enough in the budget for it, since the starting price is decent. Just wish there was a cruise control option, you can fit aftermarket cruise, but that might void the warranty.. Honda would have gotten away with a lot of mediocre reviews, if they had a premium model with everything that people want. The whole thing about not competing with the africa twin is bullshit. I think even the transalp is a bit heavy, and the africa twin is out of the question because of the weight. Some people just dont want a 235kg+ bike with a small car engine.

[@Hibbicon]

It's not bad, it just could have been so much better, if Honda decided not to sacrifice it for the Africa Twin sales.

[@Motoeuro]

Yup. I get that. Its far from perfect but Honda need to see the market; big ADV twins are out, middle sized bikes are what we want 👍

[@davidz8]

You weren't wrong, you just weren't totally right, you know, a politicians perspective. I wrote off the Transalp when it came out, now it looks a good allrounder, especially as a secondhand buy.

[@moulin680]

I’m thinking of trading my Ktm 690R for the Transalp… waiting for the 2025… but the CFMoto 450 is very tempting.. just a little scare of the brand….

[@Motoeuro]

I think so many onus are in the same boat on this! Ive had no luck with European bikes, reliability is now king - cheers!

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

Cf moto resale value might hurt. I'd only consider a Cf moto if it was going to be a keeper or I could get a good secondhand one.

[@podunkman2709]

And month later, after Eicma show, we know that they gave us tubless tires, cc, real suspension... right? Honda, you are bunch of *****!

[@StoltHD]

You need a NX650, man... or a XR650R... - Forget "speed"...

[@ProphetAndLoss]

Played at 1.25 speed is perfect.

[@Motoeuro]

😂

[@modzso2]

I had the Transalp for a weekend, and the first day I hated it. There was a drop in power between 3000 and 4000rpm, I always wanted to rev it, but then it quickly exceeds the speedlimit. Although it was light and flickable. Second day set the gas reaction lower, it was much nicer, didn't feel the hole in the rpm range. Offroad I felt? (maybe saw in youtube) that it is front heavy and digs the front in sand, but then I saw kzbin.info/www/bejne/jovImHeLotN0hqc Also there is an offroad dongle incoming for the Transalp which keeps the TC and ABS states. Good thing that it will be a safe(r) choice on the used bike market.... :) (Now I have a Tuareg600)

[@CaseyJones88]

I still think T7 is the best of the bunch.

[@rockbiterhd]

I don’t think you will ever be happy with any bike I still have my 2016 Africa twin and remember when you had yours I wouldn’t change it you must’ve had 5 since haha enjoy

[@Motoeuro]

Ha ha!!! yeah, I'm never happy!

[@johngittins6244]

Great channel ! I just never understand why Honda don’t offer options around seats, ie a comfort seat etc. I like Hondas because reading about Graham Noyce in the 80s got me into Motocross and motorcycles. But Honda can be frustratingly conservative.

[@Motoeuro]

Agreed!

[@mechcavandy986]

I don’t listen to that Dork. 🙄

[@evveeess925]

Im a happy owner but have had to carry out some substantial modifications to make the bike safe for purpose. Its stock suspension is woeful. almost dangerous. It bottoms out on even on broken tarmac roads when ridden to its engine and brakes capability. Requires new springs front and back, full damper rebuild on the rear shock, it only has a single damper cartridge in the front so an additional cartridge and new piston heads need to be installed and once done the bike is truly capable all road machine. its safe to ride at speed and safe under power and strong braking. The modes are poor. Rain mode is handy but may as well just ride in sport mode always. Your criticisms were completely justified. Im an Australian and ride in our road and off road conditions. Tour companies that use Transalps here all modify the suspension significantly. It would likely only cost Honda half what we pay after market to do it at manufacture.

[@TheFastphill]

I think the Transalp is a lot more capable then people give it Credit for I live in Australia the dirt is a lot harder then a green Lane kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4jEk4iQa9Nrnrc

[@SylvainSlyTherriault]

Just needs tubeless wheels for my consideration…

[@jonwoodworker]

Your original opinion is more correct. I would buy the ADV750x way before the Talp. It has better suspension, and it's adjustable. The ADV750x has about the same ground clearance also.

[@Motoeuro]

Fair comment cheers :D

[@ukaszwu6528]

It,s great bike for sure but in Poland it,s little cheaper than T7 so the choise is obviously, T7!!

[@Motoeuro]

How do you get on with the top heavy T7???? Does that bother you?

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Honda needs to step it up, cfmoto450 is on target.

[@jimayre2967]

You only give your honest review 🤦

[@MLeitao]

Air filter, electronics everytime you turn off the key... i think you will regret soon... I understand your state of mind, cause i also own a KTM, but in the end of the day i think i woudn´t change it for any other adv bike.

[@GreekAutomations]

I think that your KTM must be giving you KTM time and logic dictates to move to a more reliable bike. :D

[@pl5861]

Oh for the love of God, pick a bike and stick with it already ;) At this point, perhaps you should consider the issue isn't the bikes.

[@Motoeuro]

@@pl5861 ha ha!! Yeah, I hear ya 🥴

[@zardportugal]

to much drama

[@robsonenduro3316]

naah, you were not wrong.