Honda Nc750x vs Honda Xl650v Transalp
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Nc750x vs Honda Xl650v Transalp. Honda Nc750x: 58 hp @ 6,750 rpm hp, 214 kg (curb weight, manual; DCT version approx. 220 kg) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Honda Xl650v Transalp: 53 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Nc750x
Honda Xl650v Transalp
Horsepower (hp)
58 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
69 Nm
59 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
214 kg
208 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
58 hp @ 6,750 rpm
53 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
69 Nm @ 4,750 rpm
59 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
214 kg (curb weight, manual; DCT version approx. 220 kg)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km (approximately 26 km/L real-world average)
5.0–6.0 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Nc750x
7.8/10
"The most sensible motorcycle you'll ever slightly resent owning."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Clever integrated helmet storage
Cons
−Engine completely lacks character
−Suspension wallows when loaded
−DCT adds purchase complexity
Honda Xl650v Transalp
7.5/10
"Dependable, unfussy adventure tourer that rewards patient, practical riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Comfortable long-distance ergonomics
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Suspension underwhelms experienced riders
−Coolant hose failures on older bikes
−Lacks outright performance excitement
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