Honda Cb400x vs Honda Xl750 Transalp
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cb400x
Honda Xl750 Transalp
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
92 hp
Torque (Nm)
38 Nm
75 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
196 kg
208 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
Approximately 46 hp @ 9,500 rpm (note: output may vary slightly by market/year)
92 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
Approximately 38 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (note: estimated based on available regional specs)
75 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
Top Speed
Approximately 160–170 km/h (estimated; note: electronically or mechanically limited in some markets)
200 km/h (estimated, Honda does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
196 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 3.5–4.2 L/100km (24–29 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb400x
8.0/10
"The most sensible used buy under five grand, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Smooth PGMFI fueling
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Holds value too well
−Seat height catches shorter riders
−Limited outright performance
Honda Xl750 Transalp
8.5/10
"Honda's best mid-size adventure bike in years — buy one confidently."
Pros
+Genuinely capable off-road
+Smooth low-rev torque
+Excellent fuel economy
Cons
−Soft suspension stock
−Screen scratches easily
−Braking software needs update