2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs HONDA XL750 TRANSALP
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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.
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
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 cm Lowest seat here
- HONDA XL750 TRANSALP 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 90 hp (HONDA XL750 TRANSALP) up to 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Torque spans 74.6 Nm (HONDA XL750 TRANSALP) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 208 kg (HONDA XL750 TRANSALP) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Displacement spans 750 cc (HONDA XL750 TRANSALP) to 1100 cc (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | HONDA XL750 TRANSALP |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | HONDA |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | HONDA XL750 TRANSALP |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 750cc |
| Power | 145hp | 90hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 74.6nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 208kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | Dual 310mm x 4.5mm ‘Wave’ Discs with Axial Mounted 2 Piston Calipers |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | Single 256mm x 6.0mm ‘Wave’ Disc is Operated by a Single-Piston Caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 90/90 - 21 M/C 54H |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 150/70 - R 18 M/C 70H |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | Showa 43mm SFF-CA USD – 200mm Travel |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | Pro-Link system w/ single Showa remote-reservoir shock; 7.5 in. travel |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 17 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $9999 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with TFT display Matrix LED headlights Daytime running lights Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -BMW Motorrad Fully Integrated ABS Pro 4 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro) Hill Start Control (HSC) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) -Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) Motor drag torque control (MSR) Tire Pressure Control (RDC) Keyless Ride Heated grips Smartphone charging compartment with USB charging socket Handguard protection with integrated turn signal indicators |
-5-inch TFT color display, Assist and slipper clutch, Honda Smartphone Voice Control system (HSVCS) -The Throttle By Wire (TBW), Emergency stop signal, Four levels of Engine Power and three of Engine Brake -Four default rider modes; SPORT, STANDARD, RAIN and GRAVEL |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2023 HONDA XL750 TRANSALP: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2023 HONDA XL750 TRANSALP differ on the listed specifications: the R 1300 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the XL750 TRANSALP has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 750 cc).
Peak power
R 1300 GS has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 90 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 74.6 Nm).
Listed top speed
R 1300 GS has a modest listed top-speed advantage (240 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
XL750 TRANSALP is notably lighter on the listed weight (208 kg vs 237 kg). R 1300 GS and XL750 TRANSALP have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs HONDA XL750 TRANSALP?
BMW R 1300 GS is listed at 240 km/h (149 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for HONDA XL750 TRANSALP.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA XL750 TRANSALP?
BMW R 1300 GS has 145 hp compared with 90 hp on the HONDA XL750 TRANSALP.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA XL750 TRANSALP?
HONDA XL750 TRANSALP is lighter at 208 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or HONDA XL750 TRANSALP?
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.
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