Honda XL750 Transalp vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Verdict

The Honda XL750 Transalp wins this comparison clearly, 60.3 points to 52.1.

The gap of 8.2 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the XL750 Transalp takes 7.9 points out of the Tenere 700. 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 73 hp and 68 Nm moving 208 kg for the Tenere 700. That is 0.44 hp per kilo playing 0.35.

The XL750 Transalp costs €11,040, which leaves €159 in your pocket against the Tenere 700 at €11,199. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the XL750 Transalp and 10,000 km on the Tenere 700.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda XL750 Transalp or the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. It carries 0.44 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 208 kg wet) against 0.35 hp per kilo for the Yamaha Tenere 700 (73 hp, 208 kg).

Is the Honda XL750 Transalp cheaper than the Yamaha Tenere 700?

The Honda XL750 Transalp is cheaper at €11,040 list, €159 less than the Yamaha Tenere 700 at €11,199.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda XL750 Transalp. Its 850 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the Yamaha Tenere 700, and at 208 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the XL750 Transalp or the Tenere 700?

The Honda XL750 Transalp, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha Tenere 700 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 372 km for the Yamaha Tenere 700.

Which bike wins overall?

The Honda XL750 Transalp, scoring 60.3 of 100 against 52.1 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.