Honda Transalp vs Triumph Tiger 800 ABS (2024)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Transalpstacks up against the Triumph Tiger 800 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda TransalpTriumph Tiger 800 ABS
Model year20242015
Price$9,999$12,399
Engine755 cc799 cc
Horsepower95 hp
Torque79 Nm
Weight193 kg
Seat height34 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 2-channel ABS Double disc. Floating discs, Nissin 2-piston sliding calipers, Switchable ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-channel ABS Single disc. Nissin single piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS.
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-18 90/90-21 / 150/70-17

Honda Transalp vs Triumph Tiger 800 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Transalp and the Triumph Tiger 800 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Transalp brings its published horsepower, while the Triumph Tiger 800 ABS counters with 95 hp at 193 kg. On price, the Honda Transalp has the lower MSRP.

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: