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Honda XL750 Transalp: the best choice for all-around excitement

Checking all the adventure bike essential boxes

Published May 16, 2023 07:47 am

The allure of adventure bike riding and its all-around riding capability is much more accessible thanks to the newly-introduced Honda XL750 Transalp. Its unique design puts handling, all-terrain ability and a comfortable riding position at the top of the list. Recently unveiled at the 2023 Makina Moto Show, the all-new XL750 Transalp is offered at P598,000. It’s powered by a 755cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 8-valve, SOHC (Single-Overhead Cam) parallel-twin cylinder engine with a six-speed manual transmission. This engine produces 67.5kW of max power at 9,500rpm, and 74.6Nm of max. torque at 7,250rpm.

Selectable riding modes



The XL750 Transalp also comes with selectable Riding Modes engineered to give the rider exceptional control over various surfaces. These riding modes are STANDARD, SPORT, RAIN, GRAVEL, and USER, which let the rider customize the bike’s characteristics when riding over these types of riding conditions. Travelling to your next staycation? Select the STANDARD mode and get to your destination in comfort, luggage and all. Want to enjoy a cool riding experience whether you are in the city or riding cross country? Go for the SPORT mode with its higher power output and control. Find yourself riding in a sudden downpour? Then the RAIN mode lets you ride safely even on wet, slippery roads. Enjoy going for a spin on rough, loose country dirt roads? Try engaging the GRAVEL mode and feel like a pro while staying safe at the same time. Or if you simply want to be in total control of your ride, then you can opt for the USER mode to let you set the ride to the exact settings you want by customizing everything.
In addition to the riding modes, one of the best features of adventure bikes is the upright riding position. This provides the rider with the best balance of handling, performance, and comfort, whether you are just enjoying a leisure ride in and around the city or taking a long cross-country adventure trip, and everything in between.

Leading safety features


And because safety is Honda’s priority, the XL750 Transalp has the front and rear “wave” disc brakes. Its brakes are made up of a dual-disc front configuration with two-channel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with switchable rear ABS. This system gives returns safe and responsive braking performance under any riding condition. Meanwhile, the Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) with wheelie control return maximum control over the bike and its power delivery in a variety of surfaces. The Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) provides a warning signal to those behind when under sudden hard braking.

Comprehensive information


Further boosting this bike’s versatility is its five-inch TFT full-color LCD multi-functional display. It clearly shows the tachometer, speed, fuel level, gear, riding mode and a wide variety of other information, with adaptive brightness. It comes with the Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (HSVCS) that allows riders to control their Bluetooth-enabled smartphone hands-free when using the Honda Road Sync App. This system permits access to a number of smartphone functions like calls, text messaging, music playback, and navigation.
Best of all, the all-new XL750 Transalp is offered in two exciting colors: Ross White and Matte Ballistic Black Metallic. To know more about Honda Big Bikes visit your nearest Honda Flagship Shop. More information about HPI is available at [www.hondaph.com](http://www.hondaph.com). Stay updated on Honda’s newest products and promos by following Honda Philippines, Inc. on Facebook and Instagram (@hondaph\_mc), or contacting (02)-8581-6700 to 6799, and 0917-884-6632.

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