Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Verdict

The KTM 890 Adventure R wins this comparison clearly, 65.4 points to 60.3.

The gap of 5.1 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 890 Adventure R 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 890 Adventure R is the quicker machine: 105 hp and 100 Nm moving 215 kg, against 91.8 hp and 75 Nm moving 208 kg for the XL750 Transalp. That is 0.49 hp per kilo playing 0.44.

The XL750 Transalp costs €11,040, which leaves €4,459 in your pocket against the 890 Adventure R at €15,499. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the XL750 Transalp and 15,000 km on the 890 Adventure R.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda XL750 Transalp or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R. It carries 0.49 hp per kilo (105 hp, 215 kg wet) against 0.44 hp per kilo for the Honda XL750 Transalp (91.8 hp, 208 kg).

Is the Honda XL750 Transalp cheaper than the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The Honda XL750 Transalp is cheaper at €11,040 list, €4,459 less than the KTM 890 Adventure R at €15,499.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. Its 850 mm seat is 30 mm lower than the KTM 890 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 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R, which scores 8.8 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 KTM 890 Adventure R: 435 km from its 20 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 384 km for the Honda XL750 Transalp.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 890 Adventure R, scoring 65.4 of 100 against 60.3 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.