Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs. KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

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Overview - Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 vs KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Technical Specifications Honda XL750 Transalp 2023 compared to KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023
KTM 690 SMC R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore87 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power75 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque73.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel215 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountPro-LinkShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel190 mmTravel240 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake63 degreeRake63.6 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail107.7 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyWaveTechnologyradial
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter256 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height890 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.9 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

Honda XL750 Transalp 2023

The Transalp had to prove itself in several tests at 1000PS in 2023. Surprisingly, it scored particularly well in the pillion test on Tenerife. Its accessible nature makes motorcycling easy. You can enjoy the ride and the landscape. The machine offers a surprising amount of sportiness with a very accessible character. All in all, the Transalp is a great all-rounder.

Sporty engine that is also very accessible Wonderfully easy-to-operate engine with butter-smooth clutch

Engine feels very revvy

Precise transmission

great comfort and plenty of space for pillion

Sporty engine - yet low fuel consumption

Switches and dashboard are generally robust

Economical engine

good price/performance ratio

great stability

strong practicality

Driver assistance systems have to manage without IMU - therefore very defensive control

Suspension offers too little adjustment range

no cruise control available

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

KTM 690 SMC R 2020

A large, powerful single cylinder, a stable chassis, just over 160 kg of tractive weight and modern electronics for support - the key data alone suggests a lot of riding pleasure. In 2024, the SMC-R may be a little dusty in some respects and is no longer the undisputed queen of road-legal supermotos, but it can still offer a lot of supermoto fun and performance.

Powerful engine

Electronics can support safety or supermoto manoeuvres as required

Stable, fully adjustable suspension

Agile riding performance

Good ergonomics

Low fuel consumption

Great quickshifter

Old LC display and halogen headlights no longer up to date

Suspension could absorb small bumps more harmoniously

Brakes not overly sensitive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 690 SMC R

Price Honda XL750 Transalp

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Price KTM 690 SMC R

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