Honda Transalp XL750 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650
very close in specifications: the Honda Transalp XL750 is more powerful, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 has the lower seat. The Honda Transalp XL750 produces 90 hp (67 kW), giving it the higher stated output. Both are adventure motorcycles, and their wet-weight figures use the same basis, making those specifications directly comparable. The main distinctions are output, engine capacity, and seat height; neither set of figures alone defines the better fit for every rider.
Honda Transalp XL750 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 755 cm³ | 645 cm³ |
| Power | 90 hp (67 kW) — Favorable value | 70 hp (52 kW) |
| Wet weight | 208 kg — Favorable value | 216 kg |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 830 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.9 L | 20 L — Favorable value |
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 Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 755 cm³ | 645 cm³ |
| Power | 90 hp (67 kW) — Favorable value | 70 hp (52 kW) |
| Torque | 75 Nm — Favorable value | 62 Nm |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 87.0 x 63.5 mm | 81.0 x 62.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate, assist & slipper | Wet multi-plate |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 208 kg — Favorable value | 216 kg |
| Seat height | 850 mm | 830 mm |
| Length | 2,325 mm | 2,275 mm |
| Width | 838 mm | 835 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,560 mm | 1,560 mm |
| Ground clearance | 210 mm | 170 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.9 L | 20 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Steel diamond | Aluminum twin-spar |
| Front suspension | 41 mm leading-axle telescopic fork,177 mm axle travel | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Link with adjustable compression damping, 173 mm axle travel | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Honda Transalp XL750Model year 2022 | Suzuki V-Strom 650Model year 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Dual-piston Combined three-piston callipers, ABS and sintered metal pads | Double disc. ABS. Tokico 2-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Combined single-piston calliper, ABS and resin mould pads | Single disc. ABS. Nissin, 1-piston. |
| Front brake diameter | 256 mm | 310 mm |
| Front tire | 100/90-R19 | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-R17 | 150/70-R17 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
Key differences
This comparison uses Honda Transalp XL750 from 2022 and Suzuki V-Strom 650 from 2022.
Power
Honda Transalp XL750
90 hp (67 kW)
Highlighted valueSuzuki V-Strom 650
70 hp (52 kW)
Wet weight
Honda Transalp XL750
208 kg
Highlighted valueSuzuki V-Strom 650
216 kg
Engine capacity
Honda Transalp XL750
755 cm³
Highlighted valueSuzuki V-Strom 650
645 cm³
Torque
Honda Transalp XL750
75 Nm
Highlighted valueSuzuki V-Strom 650
62 Nm
Seat height
Honda Transalp XL750
850 mm
Suzuki V-Strom 650
830 mm
Highlighted valueHonda Transalp XL750 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650: which one to choose?
very close in specifications
- Choose Suzuki V-Strom 650 if reaching the ground is the priority; its seat is 20 mm lower.
- Choose Honda Transalp XL750 if engine capacity is your deciding specification; it has 755 cm³.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Honda Transalp XL750 has the higher stated power: 90 hp (67 kW), compared with 70 hp (52 kW) for the Suzuki V-Strom 650.
- Which has the lower seat?
- The Suzuki V-Strom 650 has the lower seat, at 830 mm compared with 850 mm for the Honda Transalp XL750.
- Which motorcycle has the larger fuel tank?
- The Suzuki V-Strom 650 has the larger tank: 20 L compared with 16.9 L for the Honda Transalp XL750.