Honda XL650V Transalp vs Aprilia Moto 6.5 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL650V Transalpstacks up against the Aprilia Moto 6.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL650V TransalpAprilia Moto 6.5
Model year20072002
Price
Engine647 cc649 cc
Horsepower52 hp
Torque55 Nm
Weight191 kg150 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 130/90-17

Honda XL650V Transalp vs Aprilia Moto 6.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL650V Transalp and the Aprilia Moto 6.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL650V Transalp brings 52 hp in a 191 kg package, while the Aprilia Moto 6.5 counters with its own power figure at 150 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: