Adventure Motorcycles
1988Honda XL 600 V Transalp
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The 1988 Honda XL 600 V Transalp is a versatile middleweight adventure bike that suits riders seeking a capable all-rounder for both on-road and light off-road use. Powered by a liquid-cooled 583cc V-twin engine producing 50 horsepower, it's renowned for its reliability, balanced handling, and practical design that made it popular among touring and commuting riders worldwide.
- Capacity
- 583.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 183.0 kg
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Power
- 50.0 HP (36.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile dual-sport for mixed on-road commuting and light off-road adventure riding rather than outright speed.
- Built for
- A relaxed, torquey V-twin character with an upright riding position that favors steady, all-day usability over aggressive performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sportbike-level acceleration, cornering precision, or track-day performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 583.0 ccm
- Power
- 50.0 HP (36.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2732 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1505 mm
- Seat height
- 850 mm
- Dry weight
- 183.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 205.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 190 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1987 | 1988 | 1990 | 1994 | 1997 | 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc | 583 cc |
| Dry weight | 183 kg | 183 kg | 183 kg | 183 kg | 196 kg | 196 kg |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda XL 600 V Transalp?
The 1988 Honda XL 600 V Transalp has a Capacity of 583.0 ccm (35.58 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda XL 600 V Transalp have?
The 1988 Honda XL 600 V Transalp has a Power of 50.0 HP (36.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda XL 600 V Transalp have?
The 1988 Honda XL 600 V Transalp has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda XL 600 V Transalp weigh?
The 1988 Honda XL 600 V Transalp has a Dry weight of 183.0 kg (403.4 pounds).
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