Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 390 Adventure R

Verdict

The Honda XL750 Transalp wins this comparison narrowly, 60.3 points to 59.2.

The gap of 1.1 points is built mostly in value, where the XL750 Transalp takes 5.3 points out of the 390 Adventure R. 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 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 176 kg for the 390 Adventure R. That is 0.44 hp per kilo playing 0.26.

The 390 Adventure R costs €7,999, which leaves €3,041 in your pocket against the XL750 Transalp at €11,040. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 390 Adventure R and 12,000 km on the XL750 Transalp.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda XL750 Transalp or the KTM 390 Adventure R?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. It carries 0.44 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 208 kg wet) against 0.26 hp per kilo for the KTM 390 Adventure R (45 hp, 176 kg).

Is the Honda XL750 Transalp cheaper than the KTM 390 Adventure R?

The KTM 390 Adventure R is cheaper at €7,999 list, €3,041 less than the Honda XL750 Transalp at €11,040.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. Its 850 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the KTM 390 Adventure R, and at 208 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the XL750 Transalp or the 390 Adventure R?

The KTM 390 Adventure R, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, 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 378 km for the KTM 390 Adventure R.

Which bike wins overall?

The Honda XL750 Transalp, scoring 60.3 of 100 against 59.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.