Honda XL750 Transalp vs Triumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL750 Transalpstacks up against the Triumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL750 TransalpTriumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS
Model year20232015
Price$12,499
Engine755 cc799 cc
Horsepower91 hp95 hp
Torque75 Nm79 Nm
Weight208 kg
Seat height34 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Axial mount 2 piston calipers, ABS.Double disc. Floating discs, Nissin 2-piston sliding calipers, Switchable ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single piston caliper, ABS.Single disc. Nissin single piston sliding caliper, Switchable ABS.
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-R18 90/90-21 / 150/70-17

Honda XL750 Transalp vs Triumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL750 Transalp and the Triumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL750 Transalp brings 91 hp in a 208 kg package, while the Triumph Tiger 800 XC SE ABS counters with 95 hp.

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: