CFMOTO 450MT vs Honda XL750 Transalp

Verdict

The CFMOTO 450MT wins this comparison clearly, 65.7 points to 60.3.

The gap of 5.4 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the 450MT takes 5.3 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 42 hp and 44 Nm moving 175 kg for the 450MT. That is 0.44 hp per kilo playing 0.24.

The 450MT costs €6,499, which leaves €4,541 in your pocket against the XL750 Transalp at €11,040. Service intervals run 5,000 km on the 450MT and 12,000 km on the XL750 Transalp.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the CFMOTO 450MT or the Honda XL750 Transalp?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. It carries 0.44 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 208 kg wet) against 0.24 hp per kilo for the CFMOTO 450MT (42 hp, 175 kg).

Is the CFMOTO 450MT cheaper than the Honda XL750 Transalp?

The CFMOTO 450MT is cheaper at €6,499 list, €4,541 less than the Honda XL750 Transalp at €11,040.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The CFMOTO 450MT. Its 820 mm seat is 30 mm lower than the Honda XL750 Transalp, and at 175 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 450MT or the XL750 Transalp?

The Honda XL750 Transalp, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The CFMOTO 450MT counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The CFMOTO 450MT: 438 km from its 17.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 384 km for the Honda XL750 Transalp.

Which bike wins overall?

The CFMOTO 450MT, scoring 65.7 of 100 against 60.3 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.