Honda Africa Twin vs Honda Transalp XL750
The Honda Africa Twin is more powerful, while the Honda Transalp XL750 is lighter; they are very close in specifications. The Africa Twin produces 101 hp (75 kW), while the Transalp's smaller capacity and lower wet weight give it a distinct practical contrast. Both are adventure motorcycles with the same seat height, so the main choice is between the Africa Twin's greater engine capacity and the Transalp's easier-to-manage mass, rather than a difference in seat reach.
Honda Africa Twin vs Honda Transalp XL750: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,084 cm³ | 755 cm³ |
| Power | 101 hp (75 kW) — Favorable value | 90 hp (67 kW) |
| Wet weight | 226 kg | 208 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.8 L — Favorable value | 16.9 L |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,084 cm³ | 755 cm³ |
| Power | 101 hp (75 kW) — Favorable value | 90 hp (67 kW) |
| Torque | 105 Nm — Favorable value | 75 Nm |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 92.0 x 75.1 mm | 87.0 x 63.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate with coil springs, aluminum cam assist and slipper clutch | Wet multiplate, assist & slipper |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 226 kg | 208 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 850 mm |
| Length | 2,334 mm | 2,325 mm |
| Width | 961 mm | 838 mm |
| Height | 1,391 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,575 mm | 1,560 mm |
| Ground clearance | 250 mm | 210 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.8 L — Favorable value | 16.9 L |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Steel semi-double cradle type with high-tensile strength steel rear sub-frame | Steel diamond |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic fork | 41 mm leading-axle telescopic fork,177 mm axle travel |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link® system w/ single shock | Pro-Link with adjustable compression damping, 173 mm axle travel |
| Front wheel travel | 230 mm | 201 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 220 mm | 191 mm |
| Rake | 27.5° | 27.0° |
| Trail | 113 mm | 112 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Honda Africa TwinModel year 2022 | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Switchable ABS. 4-piston calipers and sintered metal pads | Double disc. Dual-piston Combined three-piston callipers, ABS and sintered metal pads |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Switchable ABS. 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. | Single disc. Combined single-piston calliper, ABS and resin mould pads |
| Front brake diameter | 310 mm | 256 mm |
| Front tire | 90/90-21 | 100/90-R19 |
| Rear tire | 150/70-18 | 130/80-R17 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
Key differences
This comparison uses Honda Africa Twin from 2022 and Honda Transalp XL750 from 2022.
Power
Honda Africa Twin
101 hp (75 kW)
Highlighted valueHonda Transalp XL750
90 hp (67 kW)
Wet weight
Honda Africa Twin
226 kg
Honda Transalp XL750
208 kg
Highlighted valueEngine capacity
Honda Africa Twin
1,084 cm³
Highlighted valueHonda Transalp XL750
755 cm³
Torque
Honda Africa Twin
105 Nm
Highlighted valueHonda Transalp XL750
75 Nm
Seat height
Honda Africa Twin
850 mm
Honda Transalp XL750
850 mm
Honda Africa Twin vs Honda Transalp XL750: which one to choose?
These models are very close in specifications.
- The Honda Transalp XL750 is lighter by 18 kg, making pushing and parking in city use easier.
- The Honda Africa Twin has the larger engine, at 1,084 cm³.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Honda Africa Twin has more power: 101 hp (75 kW) versus 90 hp (67 kW) for the Honda Transalp XL750.
- Which motorcycle is lighter?
- The Honda Transalp XL750 is lighter at 208 kg, compared with 226 kg for the Honda Africa Twin; both figures are wet weights.
- Do they differ in seat height?
- No. Both motorcycles have a seat height of 850 mm.