The 2026 Yamaha Tracer 7 is a middleweight sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and practicality. Known for its agile handling, upright ergonomics, and versatile capability, it excels on both winding roads and longer journeys. Best suited for commuters and weekend adventurers who prioritize comfort without sacrificing sporty dynamics.
The 2026 Honda Transalp is a capable adventure-focused middleweight powered by a 755cc V-twin engine, designed for riders seeking versatile on and off-road performance. Known for its balanced handling, comfortable ergonomics, and proven reliability, it excels at exploring both paved highways and challenging terrain. This accessible super motard suits both experienced adventurers and those transitioning to larger displacement bikes.
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Yamaha Tracer 7: A do-it-all sport-touring machine built for spirited cornering, commuting, and light long-distance travel rather than outright speed or off-road use.
2026 Honda Transalp: Built as a versatile adventure-touring machine equally at home on winding roads and moderate off-road trails.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Yamaha Tracer 7 if you want lighter weight and a lower seat. Choose the 2026 Honda Transalp if you want more power and more torque. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Yamaha Tracer 7 | 2026 Honda Transalp |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Rake | 24deg | - |
| Color Options | - | Matte Black Metallic"¯ |
| Comments | - | Model ID:XL750 |
| Fuel Tank Material | - | Metal |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 689.0 ccm (42.05 cubic inches) | 755.0 ccm (46.07 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 80.0 x 68.6 mm (3.1 x 2.7 inches) | 87.0 x 63.5 mm (3.4 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | TCI | Digital transistorised with electronic advance |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Wet sump | - |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 103 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | THNXC0.76CYA-028 |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | - | 4.39 L/100km (53.6 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | - | 0.4 CO g/km |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 72.4 HP (53.3 kW) @ 8750 RPM | ✓90.5 HP (67.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM |
| Torque | 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | ✓75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.3567 HP/kg (wet) | 0.4310 HP/kg (wet) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Diamond-type steel | Steel diamond |
| Front Suspension | 41mm USD forks, adjustable preload, rebound and compression | 43mm Showa SFF-CA inverted telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Link-type monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound | Pro-Link® single Showa shock |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° | 27.0° |
| Trail | 99 mm (3.9 inches) | 111 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 177 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | Wet multiplate, assist & slipper |
| Final Drive | - | Chain |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | 4-piston radial-mount Advics calipers, dual 298mm discs w/ ABS | Double disc. 2-channel ABS"¯ |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | 1-piston Nissin caliper, 245mm disc w/ ABS (switchable) | Single disc. 2-channel ABS"¯ |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) | 256 mm (10.1 inches) |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | Battlax Hypersport S23, 120/70 ZR17 in. | 90/90-21M/C 54H |
| Rear Tyre | Battlax Hypersport S23, 180/55 ZR17 in. | 150/70R18M/C 70H |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1495 mm (58.9 inches) | 1560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2140 mm (84.3 inches) | 2250 mm (88.6 inches) |
| Overall Width | 806 mm (31.7 inches) | 905 mm (35.6 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1290 mm (50.8 inches) | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓831 mm (32.7 inches) | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Wet Weight | ✓203.0 kg (447.5 pounds) | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) | 16.90 litres (4.46 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.00 litres (3.17 US quarts) | - |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) |
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