Honda Transalp 700 vs Kawasaki Versys 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Transalp 700 vs Kawasaki Versys 650. Honda Transalp 700: 59 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Kawasaki Versys 650: 69 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Transalp 700
Kawasaki Versys 650
Horsepower (hp)
59 hp
69 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
208 kg
216 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
59 hp @ 7,500 rpm
69 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
195 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not publish official top speed)
Weight
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.0–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
5.2 L/100km (approx. 19.2 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Transalp 700
7.8/10
"The sensible adventurer's choice that rewards you daily without drama."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Surprisingly capable off-road
+Smooth low-rev torque
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Lacks modern electronics
−Fuel injection hesitation issues
Kawasaki Versys 650
7.8/10
"The sensible adventurer's choice that quietly does everything well."
Pros
+Extremely reliable parallel twin
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Soft suspension needs upgrading
−Uninspiring visual presence
−Wind protection merely adequate
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