BMW G 650 GS versus Honda XL 700 V Transalp

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure
Honda

Honda XL 700 V Transalp

Enduro

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2007 bis 2012
RRP
RRP
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Pros:
  • light and manoeuvrable
  • uncomplicated
  • favorable consumption
  • solid workmanship
  • enough space for passenger
Pros:
  • lasts forever. The phone answers: "Tomorrow to Morocco?" "Why not now???"
  • you never have to clean. Just looks cooler
  • Off-road capability
  • suitable for long-distance use
Cons:
  • radiates little emotion
Cons:
  • lasts forever: the next 20 years no logical reason for a new purchase
  • not for sports drivers
  • Pendulum inclination

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length :
2.165 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.515 mm
Length :
2.255 mm Height : 1.305 mm
Seat :
837 mm
Weight :
220 (max: 419 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: V-motor, four valves 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 680 ccm
Hub: 66 mm
Hole: 81 mm
Cooling: Flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 172 km/h
Performance: 60 HP at 7.750 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 6.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
300 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
Single loop frame (steel)
Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 177 mm)
Rear suspension:
Pro-Link swingarm (travel 173 mm)
Rear suspension:
Central spring leg
Tyres at the front: 100/90 19
Rear tyres: 130/80 17

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk
Front brake
Double disc ( 256 mm) Rear brake
Single disc ( 240 mm)

Conclusion - what gets stuck

To get back to the start: We couldn't find out during our test whether the Honda would have lasted another 42,000 kilometers. This also applies to other things in our country: for example, we cannot confirm that cockroaches would survive a nuclear war, also a reputation like Thunderhall. However, we would strongly assume that the cockroaches would have to learn to ride motorcycles in the event of nuclear war, because all The Honda Transalps are still there.
How do I get back to the motorcycle from the disgusting insect? Not at all, that's why it's over now.

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of Construction

  • Price (2009): €7,090
  • Used: from 4,400 €
  • Years built: 2007-2012
  • Availability: over all years of construction: good