2025 Honda XL75O Transalp vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE

Pick your favourite below and cast your vote — counts update right away and no registration is required. Sharing your choice helps others who read this comparison.

Scores, summary & seat (optional) Estimates and auto text from specs — open if you want them.

Technical score (estimate)

Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.

Top on paper
2025 Honda XL75O Transalp
78 pts
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
22 pts

Usage fit (estimate)

Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.

City / commute

2025 Honda XL75O Transalp
47.8 pts
Best fit here
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
58.4 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2025 Honda XL75O Transalp
60.9 pts
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
59.9 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2025 Honda XL75O Transalp
75.3 pts
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
28.8 pts

New rider friendly

Best fit here
2025 Honda XL75O Transalp
67 pts
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
34.1 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp 85 cm Lowest seat here
  • SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.

Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).

Auto summary from specs

Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.

  • Power spans 84.3 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 92 hp (2025 Honda XL75O Transalp).
  • Torque spans 75 Nm (2025 Honda XL75O Transalp) up to 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
  • Weight spans 210 kg (2025 Honda XL75O Transalp) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
  • Displacement spans 750 cc (2025 Honda XL75O Transalp) to 800 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
Specification 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
Brand HONDA SUZUKI
Model 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
Engine size 750cc 800cc
Power 92hp 84.3hp
Torque 75nm. 77.9nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 210kg 230kg
Front brake Axial mounted two-piston brake caliper, 310 mm floating double disc Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped
Rear brake Single piston caliper, 256 mm single disc Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped
Seat height (cm) 85cm 85.5cm
Front tyre 90/90-21M/C 54H 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type
Rear tyre 150/70R18M/C 70H 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension Showa 43 mm SFF-CA USD, 200 mm travel The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension Monoshock damper, Prolink swingarm, 190 mm travel The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Motorcycle type Adventure Adventure
Top speed 215km/h 210km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 16.9 L – 5.5 L/100km 20 L – 5 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $15000 $11349
Brand price lists View HONDA price list View SUZUKI price list
Extra features

-Five-inch TFT Panel Multi information display, Type – C, Roadsync

-Riding modes: Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel  and  User Mode

-HSTC: Three Level + OFF

-ESS, Dual-channel ABS (Rear ABS can be deactivated)

-TFT panel, Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System, The Suzuki Easy Start System, Controller Area Network (CAN bus), Low RPM Assist System, Two-mode Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS), Suzuki Traction Control System (STCS)*, Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS)

Opinions

You need to vote for a model above before you can leave a short comment. Comments are published after editor approval.

No published opinions yet — you can be the first.

After you vote, you can add a brief opinion here (the form opens without reloading the page).

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: Which One is Better for You?

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE are very similar in terms of engine capacity and power. In this case, design, driving comfort, and personal preferences may take precedence. Additionally, 2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp, with its 92hp, stands out for users seeking speed and performance.

1. Cylinder Capacity and Performance

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE have almost identical engine capacities, offering similar performance. In this case, design, driving comfort, and other features will play a more significant role in your choice.2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE, with its 800cc engine capacity, is ideal for users seeking high performance and acceleration. Experienced riders may prefer it for long-distance journeys.

2. Torque Power

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE have almost identical torque values, offering similar traction power. This suggests that other features might play a more significant role in your choice regarding performance. 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE is ideal for users requiring rapid acceleration. Moderate torque power is suitable for both city use and short-distance trips.

3. Top Speed

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp (Adventure) and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE (Adventure) deliver the same performance with a maximum speed of 215 km/h. In this case, it would be more logical to base your decision on the type of motorcycle and other features rather than speed.

4. Cooling System

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp features a Liquid-Cooled system, while 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE offers a Liquid-Cooled system. Both models deliver equal performance in their cooling systems.

5. Design and Comfort

2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE are close in weight, offering similar experiences for different usage scenarios. Additionally, 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE, with a seat height of 85.5cm, is more suitable for taller riders, offering greater comfort.2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp, with a seat height of 85cm, provides a more ergonomic ride for average-height riders.

Conclusion

2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE emerges as the winner of this comparison based on total points. 2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE have nearly identical engine capacities. 2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE have nearly identical torque values. 2023 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE deliver identical top speed performance. Both models have similar cooling systems, offering comparable performance for long journeys. In conclusion, 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE stands out in terms of technical specifications and overall performance. However, depending on your riding preferences and usage needs, both models offer unique advantages.

Build your comparison

Pick the first two bikes (required). Use Add 3rd bike for more models, then Add 4th bike if you need it. Choose from the list and press Compare.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?

2025 Honda XL75O Transalp is listed at 215 km/h vs 210 km/h for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.

Which has more horsepower, 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?

2025 Honda XL75O Transalp has 92 hp compared with 84 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.

Which is better, 2025 Honda XL75O Transalp or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?

It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.