2023 Honda Transalp | Final Thoughts

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  • @davecarrera
    @davecarrera 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    "does make me smile quiet a lot" sums up the first week with mine. Ross colours 🙂

  • @steveb1297
    @steveb1297 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m a 73kg rider and find the stock suspension and factory preload settings nice and comfortable for me.
    The bike is simply a great all round option. It’s a more powerful and tarted up CB500X so while it may not excite you it just all the tasks without any problems. Utterly dependable. 👍

  • @rodhunt5199
    @rodhunt5199 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thanks Dan. I have the taller screen on mine and it was invaluable when a suicidal pheasant flew into it and then bounced over my head! With the smaller screen the impact would have been my face.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oof, silly pheasants are everywhere here too at the moment. Ride safe!

  • @0HARE
    @0HARE 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks for the review.
    It helped to confirm decision to get a TransAlp.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Glad it helped, enjoy the Transalp!

  • @trailrider1980
    @trailrider1980 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    4,000 miles on my vstrom 800de in 4 months and love it but will certainly love the transalp as well. However, the transalp ought to be in the classic white color. I have not ridden the transalp but what I love about the vstrom the most is how comfortable it is. I can easily, and I am no exagerating, ride the the bike until it needs gas without stopping. 200 plus miles and I enjoy it so much that I don't even want to stop to take a pic. It is super comfortable and entertaining. It could be lighter and use regular fuel. However, it is pretty perfect for my use.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Those V-Stroms do comfort very well!

    • @podunkman2709
      @podunkman2709 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That would be fantastic bike if not:
      - weight (230kg)
      - tub tires
      - heat emission
      - engine vibration

    • @trailrider1980
      @trailrider1980 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@podunkman2709 do you own it? Have you seen the reviews? Spec sheet warrior? Its an awesome bike. There is a reason why even with some flaws it still wins comparisons and buyers. Not only the vstrom but the naked version using the same engine. There is no perfect bike.

    • @George_Zip
      @George_Zip ปีที่แล้ว

      @@podunkman2709 I actually have one, points 1,3 and 4 are non-problems, trying to figure out what people are talking about…

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@podunkman2709 One thing I would say, don't get hung up on specs. Ride it and see how it feels. Weight is fine once the bike is rolling.

  • @MrGeati6783
    @MrGeati6783 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thats why i bought it! Traded my MT09 in for a Transalp because of the very soft and comfortable dampening. It is built for long distance touring, not for hard offroad, but still be able to ride along gravel roads when you have to.

  • @BLove-k1u
    @BLove-k1u 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Yes, tubeless tires and cruise control. I'd buy the bike!

  • @adam346
    @adam346 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    one thing I have about big ADV bikes is trying to sit on them in a show-room.. the floors are typically a slick linoleum or some sort of tile... and I always feel weird trying to do the right-leg first method of getting on tall bikes because I am now putting 200lbs additional pressure on this tiny piece of metal on a slick floor... it never kicks out but it doesn't stop the fear I might smash a really expensive bike (and me) onto a hard surface...

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yes, also if it's been raining and you have wet shoes! The fear is real!

  • @Sventy11
    @Sventy11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got mine about a month ago. Great bike and lots of fun

  • @jamesonpace726
    @jamesonpace726 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Funny how fast the $10k middle weight happened....

  • @Burden82
    @Burden82 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    it mindblowing when compairing v-strom and trans alp no one is talking about ho ugly the vstrom is. its rare to find a good looking european or jananesse bike and trans alp is one of the few

  • @KairyuRider
    @KairyuRider ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mccruise will have a aftermarket cruise for this by early 2024.
    I have it on my other. Ike and it works great where the oem failed us

  • @RichO1701e
    @RichO1701e ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cracking review Dan, really covered everything.
    Personally, I love the TransAlp, just a couple of things put me off, the 2 things you covered, no CC and tubed tyres. As well as being a brand new bike, no after market luggage options at the time of launch, just the ridiculously priced Honda luggage.
    I ended up buying a KTM 890adv. Which had all the things I wanted plus had the same after market options as the 790adv, so had plenty of options.
    I will be checking the TransAlp in 2026, hopefully, as you say, there might be CC and tubeless options available by then.

  • @davidsandilands1285
    @davidsandilands1285 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good review, swapped out rear suspension unit for a Hagon shock, it’s transformed the bike. Just about to convert the rear wheel to tubeless, you cannot convert the front as it has no bead retaining rim, but on the road you’re less likely to get a front puncture.

    • @judge831
      @judge831 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you buy an aftermarket front wheel?

    • @billyb6043
      @billyb6043 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@judge831 VRX may do one....

    • @TheZakkmylde
      @TheZakkmylde 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Are you sure about that because if you watch big rock Moto, he bought a tubeless kit and did both tires so I would double check

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks David, Hagon make amazing shocks!

    • @davidsandilands1285
      @davidsandilands1285 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheZakkmylde You can convert the front wheel to tubeless but it has no retaining rim on the inside to keep the tyre on the rim, so its not recommended. you run the risk if the tyre punctured it could come off the rim. TBH its not a problem as I have only had 2 front wheel punctured in 50 years of biking. I do however carry a spare front tube.

  • @mxdkfpsq
    @mxdkfpsq ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like Suzuki 800de more but because of the weight I will choose Honda Transalp because of my small build. Having test ride both you can certainly feel Honda is much much east to handle.

  • @citizenpmd565
    @citizenpmd565 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How does it compare with the vstrom 800 RE ?. That looks like it should be a better road bike due to 19 inch front, no inner tubes, no spokes to clean and radial brakes from the 8S naked bike.
    Sadly neither bike has cruise control which would be a deal breaker for many. Wonder if Honda will copy Suzuki with a road focused variant minus the 21 inch front, no inner tubes etc.

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe honda are seeing how popular the re is first. If I were buying the re I would probably just get the 8S it's cheaper and lighter and has proper tyres for the road,

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I see the 800RE as in a different segment really. More comparable with the Tger 850 Sport.

    • @DaveWorker
      @DaveWorker ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Its funny how a lack of cruise control has now become a "deal breaker" on new bikes. You could always fit a Atlas Throttle lock, if you feel the need.

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Englishbikerdan 800re and tiger sport 850 are very close in terms of price, weight, power, wheel sizes.

  • @inked-96
    @inked-96 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Now i know a genuine cruise control kit can be bought from McCruise, I'll now be picking one up to use as my everyday/winter bike.

  • @flyingfish173
    @flyingfish173 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for another very good review. I did scan to see if you answered my question but, didn't see it. So at 5'8 were you looking over the optional tall screen?

  • @ml2799
    @ml2799 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No cruise control is the deal breaker for me - it’s meant for touring?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it's a bit of an oversight. Mind you, I am sure people would complain about the extra cost if it had CC.

    • @alanbarnes2920
      @alanbarnes2920 ปีที่แล้ว

      Atlas throttle lock works perfectly for me on my Versys 650GT

    • @martythompson6509
      @martythompson6509 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Veridian have a cruise for it already. $299 USD. Plug and play.

  • @SunSpireSunny
    @SunSpireSunny ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video Dan! Can't wait for them to bring more than one color option here in the US :)

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching! Hope you get the colour you want soon!

  • @MrEvhel83
    @MrEvhel83 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    would you buy the transalp 750 or KTM 790 Adventure?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Transalp.

    • @alexstan5358
      @alexstan5358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@EnglishbikerdanWhy? It’s bare bones in comparison to new 790 and you need to take bike with dash apart to replace air filter…

  • @KeepPoundingFan
    @KeepPoundingFan 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm 194cm. Thoughts on me fitting on a Transalp? The nearest one for me to sit on is over 4 hours away!

  • @renatobfa
    @renatobfa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The V Strom 800 DE (230 kg) is 22 kgs heavier then the Transalp (208 kg)

  • @ram64man
    @ram64man 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The lack of tubeless tires is a deal breaker for me

  • @greg4712
    @greg4712 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What gloves are they? Thanks

  • @rogerp4612
    @rogerp4612 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    LOVE that helmet! Which model HJC is that?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, it's the RPHA 11.

    • @rogerp4612
      @rogerp4612 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Englishbikerdan cheers.

  • @jfro5867
    @jfro5867 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve just driven 170 miles (in the car with leather seats that are adjustable in all ways) that took nearly 4 hours due to roadworks, congestion and average speed cameras at 50 mph for mile after mile. Had to stop half way for a brew and stretch because I was getting cramp down the back of my legs. Can never understand this fanaticism for being able to ride hours & hours on a motorbike without stopping. Think the bike does very well if you can empty a tank without stopping.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I think I get your point, and I agree. I have friends who seem to want to ride 4 hours, with no stops and to cover as many miles as possible. That to me isn't fun. Why do people insist that any road trip has to be almost unbearable?! I want to have a nice time and be fairly comfortable! Thanks for your comment!

    • @jfro5867
      @jfro5867 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Englishbikerdan 🎯 Dan 👍

  • @tantrikdoka5376
    @tantrikdoka5376 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review EBD, thank you. Could you say how tall you are? And how's the seat height for a 5'8" guy?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I'm 5 foot 8-9 inches with a 30 inch inside leg. Seat height is pretty good, no real issues for me at least.

  • @Espressod
    @Espressod 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Dan, how do you fix the tire if you get a flat? Since it is non-tubeless and no center stand? Thanks!

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You call the breakdown company! :D

    • @lizbarber3473
      @lizbarber3473 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Find something to jack it up a log or whatever lift it up on the side stand Put another tube in , I always have at least a front spare tube , not very often you get a flat , you can ride with a flat ( slowly if you have to) .

  • @podunkman2709
    @podunkman2709 ปีที่แล้ว

    This motorcycle has couch springs instead of suspension. But the biggest disadvantage is the tube tires.
    They say that to replace the air filter you have to send the motorcycle back to the factory 😅

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You must sit on some hard couches! :D

  • @renatobfa
    @renatobfa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how is the fueling at this bike?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A little sensitive on the throttle at low engagement. Takes some getting used to.

  • @markchoitz443
    @markchoitz443 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice review, thanks for the work.

  • @scottd8555
    @scottd8555 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm about the same height so I'm curious are you looking through the screen or over it?

  • @ashikajith9212
    @ashikajith9212 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the excellent review. I have been waiting for this ever since Transalp was released. Can we significantly compare Transalp and Vstorm 800 SE (instead of DE)? That is the closest competitor; it has reduced kerb weight compared to DE and road-focused suspension. Let us know
    Also very keen to know how different is the riding style of Vstorm 800 compare to it's younger sibling Vstorm 650, this is parallel twin and 650 V-twin which in my books has a separate fan
    base among the hardcore riders. Please include that while reviewing. Thanks 😃

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't consider the RE/SE and the Transalp as being competitors, due to the obvious differences in what they are set out to do. So it's more about what is the best bike for your needs? If you want a more road-focused bike, the RE/SE is probably a better purchase. If you still want that 21" and long travel suspension but still have a fun road bike too, the Transalp is my pick.

  • @robbyds5186
    @robbyds5186 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    is the tire good enough for road use? or should switch to ture which more focus on road use

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely fine for the road.

  • @guyr7351
    @guyr7351 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you having any issues with the throttle and uneven response?
    My brother had one and was saying it would be inconsistent when cornering Honda denying any known issues but he has seen on forums a few complaining of similar. He has sorted his taking excessive slack out of the cable but literally had to take the whole assembly apart.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      No issues at all on multiple Transalp's that I've ridden.

    • @guyr7351
      @guyr7351 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Englishbikerdan good to hear but it is an issue for some

  • @aaronng8844
    @aaronng8844 ปีที่แล้ว

    I beg to differ. I believe off the bat, the Transalp is more road focus with the inability to actually have a proper “gravel” mode and also the TC OFF and ABS mode OFF that keeps reset the moment you turn off the ignition.
    I believe Honda is not commited in a genuine “off road” biased but more towards road bias with the 21inch front.
    So the proper right comparison are actually the Suzuki 800 RE and also the Triumph Tiger 850 (the one that you own now)
    So, may I know whats your actual take if this 3 bikes are in comparison ?
    I’m in a crossroad now figuring which of this 3 is the right bike for my next long term ownership. Coming from the CB650R which i’ve clocked 65k kilometers. Same motorcycle as you previously 🌝

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The RE and Tiger 850 are vastly different bikes to the Transalp due to suspension travel and wheel choice. The 800 DE is absolutely the correct comparison. What I will say is I had way more fun riding the Transalp than I did riding my own Tiger 850. The 800 RE is a great road bike for sure, but again, 19" front is the reason why it's more suited to tarmac. You need to decide what's important to you, road ability or offroading potential. My opinion the best of both worlds is the Transalp, but if you want a more road based machine then the 800 RE wins. Hope that helps!

    • @aaronng8844
      @aaronng8844 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Englishbikerdan thanks for the reply ! Looks like the RE seems to be the next sensible choice then !
      I was previously leaning towards the Transalp but due to the cumbersomeness of replacing a flat tyre on touring, it made me think hard.

    • @billyb6043
      @billyb6043 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aaronng8844 try to get a test ride on the Tracer 7....sub 200kg fully fuelled and a peach of an engine. No pretensions to be anything but a sports tourer/commuter :) Maybe not as planted as the RE for long distance touring but if you only do that once a year and spend most of your weekends hooning around british B roads with no luggage, the Tracer will be more fun IMO.

    • @aaronng8844
      @aaronng8844 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@billyb6043unfortunately the Tracer 7 is not launching in Malaysia. We had 1 Tenere700 launched but the price is similar to Tracer 9GT, which of course does not make sense if you don’t take T9GT instead. 😀
      But we have VStrom 800 RE launching pretty soon in another couple of months.
      I do at least 200km/week. And on some occasion, 600km/week inclusive touring around. Probably 800RE will be more ideal

  • @Otto-AutoPilot
    @Otto-AutoPilot ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just can't get past the headlight.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Can't see it when you're riding it though. :)

    • @Otto-AutoPilot
      @Otto-AutoPilot ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Englishbikerdan But it would haunt me every time I do the admiring look back thing.

  • @NoTengoIlusiones
    @NoTengoIlusiones ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought mine. With that wind deflectors I believe your are badly mounted. They should be should in the back of the windshield. If they are mounted like in this video... almost zero deflection. They are inline with the windshield. Why I bought it ? 80/20..90/10 road biased. Exactly what I want !

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      The upper deflectors are mounted in the standard position, which is in front of the screen. They offered good protection for me.

    • @NoTengoIlusiones
      @NoTengoIlusiones ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Englishbikerdan thank you for kind reply. I order mines, but just looking to the installation position they look so aligned with windshield.

  • @korazon3spinado
    @korazon3spinado ปีที่แล้ว

    How is the seat height? Do your feet touch the ground ok?

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was on the balls of my feet, it's not a short bike.

  • @billyb6043
    @billyb6043 ปีที่แล้ว

    For an 'upright' allrounder that will be almost exclusively ridden on road I reckon the Tracer 7 or the Vstrom RE are a better bet, while for considerably more off road capability, the Tenere or Tuareg. If the Transalp is essentially a CB 500 X on steroids, it'll be a great bike for sure, but I'd be reluctant to take it off road without throwing more money at it, which adds to the weight and chips away at the 'bargain' factor.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But does it NEED to have money thrown at it to be adequate off road? I'd argue for most normal riders, no. So it sits very well as a do-it-all road and off road machine. Which is exactly what the original was and this is a really good update.

    • @billyb6043
      @billyb6043 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Englishbikerdan Hi Dan...I'd say it would need proper barkbusters and a decent bash plate as a bare minimum due to the sump and cat, but for the type of rider who is going to be taking a serious look at this bike, I think you're right. I'd love one but can't afford to change at the moment!

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@billyb6043 A bash plate is an absolute must for sure. That sticky-out sump is just asking to be sheared off!

  • @jacobellw
    @jacobellw ปีที่แล้ว

    I crack up the way Dan makes himself laugh :D

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you can't make yourself laugh, life can be a bit dull eh! Thanks!

    • @jacobellw
      @jacobellw 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Too true! Thanks again for all the videos and hard work! 😊​@@Englishbikerdan

  • @kaijessen3654
    @kaijessen3654 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    These British roads always look like one lane streets. Maybe its the wide angle lens of the camera that distorts the perspective but mein Gott. These British backroads look terrifying.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You get used to the roads quite quick. In the US I would probably feel like they are super wide!

  • @craigcooper8810
    @craigcooper8810 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    be careful those metzler tyres arnt to good in the wet!

  • @splodge57
    @splodge57 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tube tyres are a deal breaker for me. As with the Africa Twin the next model will have tubeless spoke rims.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah they are not great for us road focused riders!

    • @splodge57
      @splodge57 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nor with the down to Tesco's then around the World GS riders.

    • @benkelly2190
      @benkelly2190 ปีที่แล้ว

      Never , ever been to tescos on my GS, never been round the world either. Each to their own, eh!

    • @podunkman2709
      @podunkman2709 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@EnglishbikerdanThere are few situations where tubeless tires are justified (someone going to Bolivia can always take tubes with for tubeless tires). And if you take into account that the Transalp is mainly a road bike, Honda has done something strange. It was probably about costs and it is irritating that they explain savings in a weired way.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@podunkman2709 Yes pros and cons I guess. I don't quite understand how the likes of Moto Morini, RE and CF Moto can offer spoked tubeless wheels on much cheaper bikes and the big guys can't or won't. It's actually starting to irritate me a bit haha.

  • @pietrovardi9583
    @pietrovardi9583 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review as always! I have a beautiful Tiger 800 xc with very low milage at 10K. You own a 850 Tiger, which has a little less character than the "old" 800 based on engine performance. Ever owned or ridden a 800 Tiger? Would you replace a Tiger 800 with the Transalp? I do not care about the rider modes, only performance and feel. Thanks!

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Original tiger 800 all day for me transalp is really overrated if you ask me.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the question! It's been a long time since I rode a Tiger 800, I found the engine fun but a little less engaging. My pick would be the Transalp. It's light, that engine is so much fun, and very punchy. You can do some decent offroad stuff with it too. But like anything, we all have own preferences so I'd say test first and make an informed choice from there. Thanks!

    • @pietrovardi9583
      @pietrovardi9583 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Englishbikerdan Thanks

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@chrishart8548 Why do you think it's overrated? Have you ridden one? If so what didn't you like?

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Englishbikerdan I just think people are getting far to exited about a 750cc twin adventure like it's a panacea of transportation. I only meant if it was between the T800 and the TA I'm not keen on either of them. The t800 the headlights are to big and the TA the headlight is to small.

  • @ray8328
    @ray8328 ปีที่แล้ว

    Transalp or Tiger Sport 850?

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's 888cc (900) vs 752cc (750) and cast wheels vs 21/18 spokes. Also get the 900 tiger same bike and cruise control is available. Got to decide what suits your needs

    • @ray8328
      @ray8328 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know all the technical facts. I’m more interested in Dan’s experiences as he has (or had) a Tiger Sport 850 for reasons he explained in another episode. It would be nice to get his comparison.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      All I'll say is I had more fun on the Transalp in the 3 weeks I rode one, than 2 years on the Tiger 850. Transalp all day long. 👍

  • @judge831
    @judge831 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Besides being about 50 lbs too heavy for my liking, this seems like the perfect bike for me. Compared to the competition, it seems like the best option for 90% on road riding like I do

    • @ewganhoff
      @ewganhoff ปีที่แล้ว +1

      50lbs too heavy?!?! What kind of unicorn/unobtainium bike are you talking about? If they made an ADV with this much power and 50lbs lighter they'd have to use all kinds of fancy, lightweight materials and it would put the price way out of reach as a middleweight ADV.

  • @GoldOreOunce
    @GoldOreOunce 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The transalp is better value than the Suzuki atleast here in Finland because of the price... Honda is cheaper than the Suzuki and they both have real grunt in their engines. One thing Suzuki does have is the engines spirit, it feels like it never runs out of power. Still next summer I will go with Tenere700, rode all of these 3 and I just feel like Tenere gives most smiles to my face.. And I like the looks also most of the bunch

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Interesting, as I found the Honda to rev higher and harder. The Suzuki engine is better lower in the rev range but loses out on top end power. Enjoy the Tenere, great bike!

    • @GoldOreOunce
      @GoldOreOunce 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Englishbikerdan Yeah well, its only small things.. In the end they are all great bikes on their own right

  • @nathanjames4242
    @nathanjames4242 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why do I always read it as Tran Slap?

  • @kleitosaliagas5668
    @kleitosaliagas5668 ปีที่แล้ว

    So weird that some people think the vstrom looks better. I think its hideous to the point that I cannot possibly consider it.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is it though? We all like different things.

    • @kleitosaliagas5668
      @kleitosaliagas5668 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Englishbikerdan I agree, its just really eye opening how different tastes can be. It's good to have options though and something that would fit everyone. I would be in heaven if I had the Africa twin looks, with Transalp Dimensions, but as is, Transalp is good enough 😀

    • @stopper90004
      @stopper90004 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed! Reviving that late 70s angular, squared edge look is like reviving glam rock short bell-bottom jeans and squared off wheel arches (like Elon's Cyber truck): utterly hideous. The transalp is kind of conservative-sporty looking, but at least harmonious. Neither come close to the Triumph 1200 scrambler which is competitive off-road and has grin-inducing torque.

  • @human1513
    @human1513 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOL. "Who wants to ride for more than 2 hours?"
    I have ridden up to 18 hours and then got home and asked a friend if they wanted to go for a ride. I was on a sportbike! And not a young person.
    When I go for a ride if I do not do 250 - 300 kms (180 miles) I feel like I never went for a ride.
    The world is making quite a few whimps. They even want cruise control. Get a car!
    Also I want to feel some of the wind. It is a motorcycle! Not a couch, sofa, armchair,..
    I have one on order and will replace the tubes with heavy duty tubes and apply baby powder on the tubes and inside of the tires, just like the dirtbke riders do.
    Baby powder is slippery so the tubes do not rub the tires inside and get chafed and worn though over time. This also helps to keep the tire and tube a bit cooler on highway runs so they last longer and do not over heat. So they run closer to tubeless tires.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      We're all different and want different things, so I try not to judge others. But here's your hero medal. :D

    • @stopper90004
      @stopper90004 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He means 2 hours without a short break 🙄

  • @grtbgf
    @grtbgf ปีที่แล้ว

    Not many know that Dan bought this bike so he can make more videos with pervert jokes, what a sigma.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      If I can't make perv jokes, who am I? :D

    • @alanbarnes2920
      @alanbarnes2920 ปีที่แล้ว

      I much prefer a hard setting in the morning too 😆

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@alanbarnes2920 Hahaha, love it.

  • @tomekes6584
    @tomekes6584 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    funny - I think Transalp looks better and Suzuki sounds better XD

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Goes to show we all like different things! It would be boring if were all the same. :)

    • @tomekes6584
      @tomekes6584 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Englishbikerdanall in all I AM in for this one 😊

  • @grzegorzwasik3388
    @grzegorzwasik3388 ปีที่แล้ว

    I already bought cb500x which you recommended.. stop selling me another one :P

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Now all I need to some commission from Honda! :D

  • @destructiveflow6964
    @destructiveflow6964 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nah honda won't do tubeless tyres on this bike mate would ruin Africa twins sales

    • @nelson12362
      @nelson12362 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      honda never want to make a bike people really need.

  • @n057828
    @n057828 ปีที่แล้ว

    If
    Only DCT

  • @grahamhiggins1
    @grahamhiggins1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m afraid to say I had to stop watching your videos and unsubscribe because it hurts to hear an Englishman saying “inseam”. My, the TransAlp has one hell of a fine windshield though and all that space in the trunk, well it’s something else, so I’m gonna go on ahead and order myself one of those fine machines. Save British English! If we need to use American English to be understood then we might as well give up.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If that really bothers you Graham, you must have a trouble free life and I'm happy for you. BTW you might want to unsubscribe from yourself, Trunk is American English too fella. Cheers old bean!

    • @grahamhiggins1
      @grahamhiggins1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Englishbikerdan English teacher I’m afraid, hence saving something which matters to me. The latter was my attempt at sarcasm but I see it didn’t register. Never mind. Great channel but “inseam” belongs firmly in the USA.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@grahamhiggins1 I tend not to get upset about what language people choose to use, so your sarcasm flew over my head a bit! Thanks for watching, I've been using inseam since I was a kid, even my nan used it and she was as cockney as could be.

  • @roadwarrior8560
    @roadwarrior8560 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do you have to wave your arms when talking? I don't know anyone who does that.

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why not. 😂

    • @stopper90004
      @stopper90004 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@Englishbikerdan... you're on a bike and you're not italian 😂😂

    • @Englishbikerdan
      @Englishbikerdan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@stopper90004 Bibbidy bobbidy!