The Honda XL750 Transalp has officially arrived in India, creating significant buzz in the adventure motorcycle segment. This adventure-touring motorcycle, unveiled at EICMA 2022, is now available in India at an attractive price point of Rs 10,99,990 (ex-showroom Gurugram). It will be offered as completely built-up units (CBU) and exclusively sold through Honda's BigWing dealerships. The Transalp brand made a comeback with the XL750 in the previous year. It's powered by a new 775cc liquid-cooled, in-line two-cylinder engine that produces 91.77PS of power and 75Nm of torque.
Key Features
- Powerful Engine: The XL750 Transalp is equipped with Honda's new 775cc, liquid-cooled, in-line two-cylinder engine, delivering a robust 91.77PS and 75Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slip and assist clutch.
- Rugged Chassis: The adventure motorcycle features a steel diamond frame for durability and stability. The suspension setup comprises a 43mm Showa USD fork with 200mm of suspension travel in the front and a monoshock with 190mm of wheel travel in the rear.
- Advanced Braking: Safety is paramount with dual 310mm disc brakes and 2-piston calipers at the front and a single 256mm disc brake at the rear, equipped with dual-channel ABS as standard.
- Versatile Wheels: The Transalp rides on a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel setup, ideal for tackling various terrains.
- Tech-Savvy: It boasts a 5-inch TFT instrument console with smartphone and voice connectivity. Five riding modes are available, catering to different preferences: Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel, and User. The motorcycle is equipped with all-LED lighting for enhanced visibility.
Colour Options
The XL750 Transalp is offered in two attractive colour schemes: Ross White and Matte Ballistic Black. The Ross White variant, with its white, blue, and red paint scheme and gold spoked wheels, pays homage to the original XL600V ADV.
The pricing of this adventure bike aligns closely with market expectations and predictions, positioning it as an enticing option in the adventure motorcycle segment. It will be interesting to see how it competes with rivals like the Suzuki V-Strom 650XT in the Indian market. Adventure enthusiasts now have an exciting addition to consider for their journeys.