Honda XL650V Transalp vs Hyosung GT650R TTC (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL650V Transalpstacks up against the Hyosung GT650R TTC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL650V TransalpHyosung GT650R TTC
Model year20072007
Price$5,995
Engine647 cc647 cc
Horsepower52 hp76 hp
Torque55 Nm68 Nm
Weight191 kg191 kg
Seat height33 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Honda XL650V Transalp vs Hyosung GT650R TTC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL650V Transalp and the Hyosung GT650R TTC 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 Hyosung GT650R TTC counters with 76 hp at 191 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: