Honda Transalp Base vs Suzuki GSX 8T (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Transalp Basestacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Transalp BaseSuzuki GSX 8T
Model year20252026
Price$10,649
Engine755 cc776 cc
Weight210 kg201 kg
Seat height815 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresMetzeler Karoo Street: 90/90 - 21 54H / Metzeler Karoo Street: 150/70 -18 70HDunlop® Roadsport2-X 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport2-X 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Honda Transalp Base vs Suzuki GSX 8T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Transalp Base and the Suzuki GSX 8T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Transalp Base brings its published horsepower in a 210 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 8T counters with its own power figure at 201 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: