Honda XL750 Transalp specs: can you green lane it?
The Honda XL750 Transalp weighs 216kg wet, has a seat height of 850mm and 210mm of ground clearance, and makes 91.8hp. Expect about 66 mpg, for a range of around 245 miles from its 16.9-litre tank.
4/10
Holloway Green Lane Score
A smooth, comfortable all-rounder better suited to gravel and light lanes than serious technical green laning, the soft suspension and low clearance are the limiting factor. Rider ability, terrain, weather and tyre choice still move the real answer more than the bike alone does.
Four separate scores, not one blended number, so you can see what's actually driving it.
Beginner friendliness
3/5
Road usability
3/5
Technical off-road capability
2/5
Green-lane suitability
2/5
Full specs
Price (new, OTR)£9,999
Engine755cc
Power91.8hp
Torque75Nm
Weight (wet)216kg
Seat height850mm
Fuel tank16.9L
Real-world range~245 mi
Economy~66 mpg
Wheels (f/r)21" / 18"
Ground clearance210mm
Suspension travel (f/r)200mm / 190mm
ABSYes
Traction controlYes
Ride modesYes
Service interval8,000 miles
Licence requiredA
Stock tyre sizes (f/r)90/90-21 / 150/70-18
Where the Honda XL750 Transalp sits
Wet weight against ground clearance for every bike in the finder that publishes both. Light and tall, top left, is where the easiest green lane bikes sit. Tap a dot to open that bike.
Figures are manufacturer claims. Clearance is measured differently by different makers, so treat small gaps as a draw.
Will your feet reach?
The Honda XL750 Transalp has a 850mm seat. Enter your inside leg for a rough idea of how much foot you'll get down when stopped.
A rough guide only. A wide seat needs more leg than a narrow one, the suspension settles 20 to 40mm under you, and boots add a little. Many bikes offer a low seat or lowering link. Sit on one before you buy.
Range against similar bikes
Real-world range from tank size and typical economy, against the bikes closest to it in weight and type. Out on the lanes, fuel stops are often further apart than on a road ride.
Range only. Hard off-road riding and headwinds use more fuel, so plan fuel stops with margin.
Tyres that fit the Honda XL750 Transalp
It runs a 90/90-21 front and a 150/70-18 rear. 44 tyres in our Tyre Finder are made in at least one of those sizes, ranked by green lane score.
Sizes are for the standard UK model and can change between model years. Check the size on your own tyre sidewall, and ask your dealer before fitting a different size. Our size lists come from maker and retailer listings and can miss sizes, so a tyre shown for one end may still be made in your other size. Check the maker's size chart.
Owners describe the Transalp as an exceptionally smooth, road-biased all-rounder that comfortably handles light off-road duty. Riders love the free-revving 755cc parallel twin on tarmac links and appreciate the line-holding ability of the 21-inch front wheel. However, owners frequently note that the soft, non-adjustable front forks and modest 210mm ground clearance mean pace must be kept in check over rocky steps and deep drainage ruts.
Pros for green laning
Proper 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels: enables installation of aggressive off-road rubber for dependable tracking on muddy lanes.
Relatively manageable weight: at 216kg wet, it is among the lighter multi-cylinder mid-weight adventure bikes on the market.
Smooth parallel-twin power: the 755cc 91.8hp engine delivers responsive throttle modulation and tractable low-rev pull in User Off-Road mode.
Accessible 850mm seat: narrow stand-over width lets average-height riders touch down securely when stopping on uneven ruts.
Cons and limitations
Modest suspension travel and clearance: 210mm ground clearance with 200mm front / 190mm rear travel and soft factory damping leads to bottoming out on rocky ledges.
Exposed exhaust headers and belly: the exhaust routing and oil filter sit low and exposed, necessitating an aftermarket aluminium skid plate.
No dedicated off-road hardware: comes without handguards, heavy-duty sump protection, or switchable rear ABS hotkeys as standard.
Vulnerable body panels: broad front fairing plastics are prone to scuffs and cracks during drops in rocky lanes.
Based on manufacturer specifications and independent motorcycle press reviews.
Remember: a rank here assumes reasonable stock tyres and a competent rider in decent conditions. The right tyres, or the wrong weather, can move a lane from easy to genuinely hard regardless of what bike you're on. Check a lane's own difficulty and hazards on the map before you go, don't rely on a bike score alone.
Find where to actually ride it
Browse legal green lanes and byways across England and Wales, filtered by difficulty, on Holloway's map.
