2026 Honda Transalp vs 2026 BMW F 750 GS - Spec Comparison
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2026 Honda Transalp
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.
2026 BMW F 750 GS
The 2026 BMW F 750 GS is a middleweight adventure bike for riders who want everyday comfort with genuine off-road ability. Its liquid-cooled 853cc parallel twin makes 77 hp and 83 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS, Automatic Stability Control, two riding modes and a 12 V socket are standard, with an 815 mm seat and 15-litre tank.
2026 Honda Transalp vs 2026 BMW F 750 GS: the key differences
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Honda Transalp makes 13.5 hp more (90.5 vs 77 hp).
- The 2026 BMW F 750 GS has 8 Nm more torque (75 vs 83 Nm).
- The 2026 Honda Transalp is 14 kg lighter (210 vs 224 kg).
- The 2026 BMW F 750 GS has a 35 mm lower seat (815 vs 850 mm), which helps shorter riders.
- The 2026 Honda Transalp carries 1.9 litres more fuel (16.9 vs 15 L).
2026 Honda Transalp: Built as a versatile adventure-touring machine equally at home on winding roads and moderate off-road trails.
2026 BMW F 750 GS: Versatile do-it-all adventure-tourer: commuting, weekend touring and light gravel roads, with a road bias thanks to cast wheels and 19/17 tire setup.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Honda Transalp if you want more power, lighter weight and a bigger tank. Choose the 2026 BMW F 750 GS if you want more torque and a lower seat. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Honda Transalp | 2026 BMW F 750 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Color Options | Matte Black Metallic"¯ | Triple Black, Light White, Light White/Racing Blue Metallic/Racing Red |
| Comments | Model ID:XL750 | Automatic Stability Control. 2 Riding modes, rain or road. 12 V power socket. |
| Fuel Tank Material | Metal | - |
| Carrying capacity | - | Small luggage rack |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 755.0 ccm (46.07 cubic inches) | 853.0 ccm (52.05 cubic inches) |
| 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 | - |
| Engine Type | V-Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 87.0 x 63.5 mm (3.4 x 2.5 inches) | 84.0 x 77.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 | 12.7:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | Digital transistorised with electronic advance | - |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg) |
| Lubrication System | - | Dry sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓90.5 HP (67.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM | 77.0 HP (56.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 75.0 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM | ✓83.0 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.4310 HP/kg (wet) | 0.3438 HP/kg (wet) |
| Top Speed | - | 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Steel diamond | Tubular steel space frame, load bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | 43mm Showa SFF-CA inverted telescopic fork | Telescopic fork, 41 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link® single Showa shock | Cast aluminum 2-sided swing arm, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable |
| Front Wheel Travel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.0° | 27.0° |
| Trail | 111 mm (4.4 inches) | 105 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 177 mm (7.0 inches) | - |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate, assist & slipper | Multiple-disc wet clutch (anti hopping), mechanically operated |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. 2-channel ABS"¯ | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) | 305 mm (12.0 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. 2-channel ABS"¯ | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 256 mm (10.1 inches) | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 90/90-21M/C 54H | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 150/70R18M/C 70H | 150/70-R17 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1560 mm (61.4 inches) | 1559 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2250 mm (88.6 inches) | 2255 mm (88.8 inches) |
| Overall Width | 905 mm (35.6 inches) | 922 mm (36.3 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) | 1225 mm (48.2 inches) |
| Seat Height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) | ✓815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Wet Weight | ✓210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) | 224.0 kg (493.8 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓16.90 litres (4.46 US gallons) | 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) | 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons) |
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