BMW F 450 GS vs Honda XL750 Transalp
Two adventure bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
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Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | BMWF 450 GS | HondaXL750 Transalp |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC | Parallel twin, liquid cooled, Unicam |
| Displacement | 420 cc | 755 cc |
| Power | 48 hp at 8,750 rpm | 91.8 hp at 9,500 rpm |
| Torque | 43 Nm at 6,750 rpm | 75 Nm at 7,250 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.27 hp/kg | 0.44 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 178 kg | 208 kg |
| Front suspension | 43 mm inverted fork, 180 mm | Showa 43 mm SFF-CA inverted, 200 mm |
| Front adjustability | Non-adjustable | Non-adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock, 180 mm | Showa Pro-Link monoshock, 190 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Preload only | Preload only |
| Front brake | 310 mm, radial 4-piston | 310 mm, axial 2-piston |
| ABS | Switchable ABS | Switchable ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 845 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1465 mm | 1560 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 16.9 L |
| Claimed consumption | 3.8 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 368 km | 384 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €7,220 | €11,040 |
| Service interval | 10,000 km | 12,000 km |
| Valve check | 20,000 km | 24,000 km |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | TFT | TFT |
| Ride modes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise control | Not available | Not available |
| Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
The BMW F 450 GS wins this comparison clearly, 63.4 points to 60.3.
The gap of 3.1 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the F 450 GS takes 7.1 points out of the XL750 Transalp. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the XL750 Transalp is the quicker machine: 91.8 hp and 75 Nm moving 208 kg, against 48 hp and 43 Nm moving 178 kg for the F 450 GS. That is 0.44 hp per kilo playing 0.27.
The F 450 GS costs €7,220, which leaves €3,820 in your pocket against the XL750 Transalp at €11,040. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the F 450 GS and 12,000 km on the XL750 Transalp.
Better for city and commuting
Honda XL750 Transalp
A 850 mm seat, 384 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
BMW F 450 GS
48 hp pushing 178 kg with 43 mm inverted fork up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
Honda XL750 Transalp
384 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the BMW F 450 GS or the Honda XL750 Transalp?
- The Honda XL750 Transalp. It carries 0.44 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 208 kg wet) against 0.27 hp per kilo for the BMW F 450 GS (48 hp, 178 kg).
- Is the BMW F 450 GS cheaper than the Honda XL750 Transalp?
- The BMW F 450 GS is cheaper at €7,220 list, €3,820 less than the Honda XL750 Transalp at €11,040.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- The BMW F 450 GS. Its 845 mm seat is 5 mm lower than the Honda XL750 Transalp, and at 178 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
- Which has better technology, the F 450 GS or the XL750 Transalp?
- The BMW F 450 GS, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Honda XL750 Transalp counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The Honda XL750 Transalp: 384 km from its 16.9 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 368 km for the BMW F 450 GS.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The BMW F 450 GS, scoring 63.4 of 100 against 60.3 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.
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