I took out the transalp when my nc750x was in for service 21 reg,the Trans was brand new, liked the punch and better suspension , but felt vibration through the handle bars and a bit of vibration in the foot pegs which put me off buying one.
Sounds like you rode it in wrong rpms. It is not a nc750. I feel it is best at lower rpms then close to 4k. At motorways. Mine has zero vibes. The cb500x i had. That buzzed so much it was absolutely horrible. The transalp is a coutch compared to that one. And much better geo in general.
Hiya, well-done mate I loved your format for this video great idea, it was nice that you both rate this bike, and its easy to see that there is no BS being talked, the video was a proper good chat about the bike like you do, I enjoyed this Thank You. Just one question for you, how does the seat height compare with the NC. Cheers.
Tt the newer NC its much taller , Im nearly on tip toes however it feels very manageable. More so Than the NC. If you can have a sit on one. It will look high up but you may be surprised how easy it is . Thanks for your time Paul, it was a long one . Cheers
I appreciate this is a long video, but I wanted to give you all the info we could and it is quite fluid and keeps going with some riding shots as well. "LIKE" the video would be appreciated and helps alot. Thanks for watching in advance and to nick for taking some time out to film this with me. More coming up on the Transalp including some off-roading & A FULL Review!
Two old gray hair men talking about motorcycles! Should be a weekly episode, lol , loved it so much i watched it twice. Sad you dont get the view time! Wish i had one and we could have been the three amigos.
Mines a colour though Blake not an age thing but when I hit the big 30 then yes it may start to happen. Thanks for your time mate. We could always do a Live" sometime. Hope your well.
@@icedidi I am telling you, it could be a thing. Two guys test the same bike and sit down, as your old and can't stand for too long, and talk about the adventures they had with it. Podcast every week about a bike. Now if you could do it a mankini during the summer, your in! We will talk about the pay thing later.
Thank you gentlemen!!!! I really like this Transalp, however THE ONLY THING that concerns me is dealing with its "tube tires" (is there any product on the market that will temporally repair so one can ride to a dealership and let them put a new tube in it???). As for no "Cruise Control", ya might want to check into a "Atlas Throttle Lock" (suppose to be pretty good, get's the job done)
Hi Mike, I have a throttle lock on my NC750X and it works well. Yes I can see its a bit of bind having tubes... The idea was keeping the price low but infact, listening to your concerns and others I think they should have factered tubeless in. It would be on my mind too.
It was controversial decision in the beginning on Honda's part to replace all v-twins with 270° cranks parallel twins. Specially for the Africa and Transalp, the parallel twin engine frees up a lot of space where the back cylinder would be and that allows for easier and more varied design in this space.. Like the seat position, air box and the overall length of the bike.
This was a real pleasure to watch. Two blokes talking about their bikes, being interesting and informative and no high-energy TH-cam style drama. Looking forward to some more Transalp content.
I appreciate that, thanks. Yes, that's exactly how I wanted the video to be so you picking up on that is appreciated. I Jane at least 2 more videos coming on the Transalp. It's a lovely machine. Have a good Christmas and thanks again 👍
Only the headlight puts me off - Honda understandably share components with their other bikes, but given this is an adventure style bike, I think they could've shared the headlight with the Africa Twin for a far more interesting and road presence appeal, rather than the Hornet and CB500 range light.
Took one out yesterday 30.07.2024 and just found out my insurance company will not charge me any more than they are charging for my NC750X. I am now in the dangerous area of it will not take much for my to hand my keys and papers over to my my Honda dealer and drive off into the sunset on my Transalp. Silky smooth through bends and corners and great riding position for me.
Have to agree with Nick looks much better in person , much more substantial bike than i thought. For me it was slightly over my budget together with the extras i would like. Normally find adventure bikes too high but felt comfortable with one foot firmly down, not too top heavy like the AT. Enjoyed the vid as always, cheers for sharing
Thanks, Yes bikes overall these days seem so much to what they were...I remember when you could get a top spec Goldwing for 11.5k! Even with the tape deck haha! Thanks very much mate.
Evening ER. Thanks for inviting me, again. Was a great afternoon. Your camera work was excellent! See you for the Africa Twin one...... 🤣🤣 --------- jk
Lovely video gents, enjoyed that. I do have to say though Dids, if you don't find you need to use the downshifter very often, YOU AIN'T RIDING FAST ENOUGH!🤣🤣 Never ridden one of those, but from what I've seen they are a good buy at that money. I wonder if it would cope with a 23 stone fatty like me on it though? Nice one boys👍👍
@@tojj29 it gets a work out when trying to keep up with Derek 😆. Great bikes for the money, problem is all the Japs make good bikes so there's never more than a fag paper between them. That 4 cylinder engine of yours sounds awesome and pulls like a train I would imagine. And at 23st you wouldn't need to worry about seat height 😆😇😝
Just bought one, very happy with it, for all the same reasons you give in the chat. I considered the alternatives but I like the conservative (small c) nature of Honda bikes generally. Not shouty, they just ‘work’. A great all rounder.
Can you program the TFT screen to have a message on start up saying Remove Disklock or something like it? And secondly I wonder if Honda will do what Suzuki has done and produced an inbetween the Hornet and the Transalp. That would be interesting.
Mines on order coming soon, in black. M&P’s had a sale on £9190 + £750 worth of optional extras. Thats the best deal i seen after a long time searching. Great vid 👍
For sure your test bike is the best colour, that black is blander than a bland thing... Sorta the new beige.... 😊 Seems an ok sort of bike, I would say that it would be a good tourer but on the dirt? Im not convinced.... I reckon the off road orientated riders will go T7 all day long (just the opinions of an ol' fool!😊)
Yeah the T7 is a proper off road jobby BUT I would say it feels out of place on the road. The manners off-road really surprised me handling-wise ,and wish I could have done more with it TBH but 3 weeks was up before I knew it sadly : (
Looks a proper good un. Fella at Abbotsham has a black one and they really don't look too big in real life. Your review and off road videos look real corkers. Bring it on.😊
I would love to hear a discussion of the Transalp riding experience with someone who is a veteran of the BMW GSA. Especially an older rider who might be considering downsizing while minimizing loss of function.
I am a previous GS 1200 owner and I’ve had a Transalp for about six weeks now. I love the Transalp. Don’t get me wrong the GS was pretty awesome, minus the up front cost and maintenance expenses. I may add a DRZ400S to my stable soon. Crazy I can have both for less than a GS.
@@Hookmeister Thanks, that’s the kind of input I was seeking. I think my fear of low speed maneuvers with the heavy GSA is keeping me from doing the work to become a better rider. I think that the lighter Transalp would let me take more chances. At least that’s my theory.
Hi, pleasure to watch your videos. I've got my Transalp couple of days back and immediately noticed that there is kinda humming noise coming from the wheels/tires when 60miles is reaced and the noise increases when I see 70 miles. It is kinda annoying but I will show it when I take my bike for the first service. Otherwise it is a great bike, and I saw 79mpg in my first 550miles.
@@exeterrider I'm interested in buying a new bike (next year) and the top runners are Transalp and Tracer9, so far. I think having watched your Transalp video that it's still in the running. Tubed tyres being my only concern. I'll dive in and watch more of your videos. Thanks for making them.
Thanks mate, tracer 9 is superb aswell... For me it would still be the trans because it fells more fun to ride, and the tracer 9 for me was a little too racey and wants to go all the time. Goodluck with it all 👍
@@exeterrider we could talk all day about bikes. I would say that the Tracer9 suits my style of riding but maybe the Transalp would be better? I'll have a test ride soon. Thanks again.
(I know I shouldnt, but) I'm the type to drag pegs on tight turns. Can this get a peg down? Or is the 21 front a bit too much of a sacrifice for someone like me?
When I see my vstrom against my old VFR I think it’s almost ugly but for comfort, touring, suspension etc, would never go back. U don’t look at it when ur on it
Hi good review of both colours I told Nick I’m interested in one of these if anything seriously goes wrong with my bmw I like the black one classic mistake left the Artago bmw disc lock was like hitting a brick wall thanks for the channel flash up appreciate that me and Nick are doing the ring of red around the M62 next Sunday should be an excellent weekend 👍🏍️
I really like these myself, but not been in my local Honda dealers in a while infact, so that'll probably be another short winter ride vid from my end mate! 🤣👍 Great vid as always dude & keep meaning to ask where I'd find a livestream you were on & disclosed your "Real" name? 🤔 It wasn't 1 of yours, Rev Bombs, The Peaky Bikers or The Military Biker (I catch up with all those currently) & I remember you giving me a telling off for calling you by your real name before on here Jeff! 😉👍
Ello mate, that was economical rides live stream... Infact we have another one booked on his channel on the 30th. Yeap me names it there now, not something I dreamed to do really for a few reasons but just part of the path I was on. Hope alas we'll with you John, and your still getting it there 👍
@@exeterrider I'll hopefully catch some of that on my lunch break then mate & will look out for the new one coming! 👍😎 Yeah all good here Steve & hopefully be back out again soon, well as soon as the heated grips are on the G310GS that is!!! 🥶🤣👍
Hi Steve, just checking through my subs list and discovered that I hadn't watched this one yet ! A very nice chat about a very nice bike by two very nice blokes, if I may be so bold 🤗 I really like the current Transalp and could see myself getting one, if I ever started doing a bit of touring. I'd rather have something like this, with a bit of trail riding capability, than some touring behemoth. This would be a very competent touring machine but you could also explore the odd interesting looking trail on your travels. I like it a lot. One of these for touring, Buddy for Sunday rides locally and Norman for throwing at the mountain scenery. I think that would probably be my dream garage. But there's no point in me spending all that money on a Transalp at the moment because I wouldn't get enough use out of it, unfortunately. But if my circumstances were to change and touring holidays became a thing, I'd absolutely love one 🥰 Thanks to you both for an informative chat. Love from Spain to the Exmouth posse, El Outro and Robbie
Thanks Garry, It would kinda replace Norman I expect.....I think you would have a lot of fun on the Transalp, it also sounds and goes very naught past 3/4....awesome machine. Thanks mate. Fiesta to you both ,hopefully christmas will be luxury zoosarges!?
@@exeterrider Hi Dave, no, if I ever spent that kind of money on a new bike, there is NO WAY I would be taking it on the rough trails I'm riding at the moment. Maybe the odd easier one but that would be it. For everything else I would keep Norman. Norman is going to be my crashy bike. For me the Transalp would be a precious object. There is no way I would want to risk dropping it. I just couldn't get into that way of thinking 🤗 It would be a lovely bike for doing journeys on though and maybe the odd light trail with low risk of crashing. Have a good Christmas yourself Steve, much love to the Exmouth crew. Apparently we're going to my Mum's for Christmas dinner and there will be "pigs in blankets". Ruby said she doesn't need the blankets, just the pigs 😂 Cheers Steve, El Outro and Rupert
@@economicalrides Thats the "rub" isn't it....alot of money on a bike that handles off-road work quite well but its to expense to pay for a new side panel or handle bars......Royal Enfield are amazing for that issue.
@@exeterrider Yes. I find these cheaper bikes really quite liberating in that way. I know that a drop for Buddy or Norman is not going to be that expensive to fix. I think you can get a ready painted tank for Buddy for €300 for instance. Obviously crash guards are good and Norman is quite well protected against drops but it makes me more relaxed about using the bikes when I know that I can afford to get them put back to like new condition, should I ever suffer a "dropsy" and decide that I can't live with the resultant damage. I think that these days I'd be terrified riding a more expensive bike, even terrified to leave it anywhere. Nicer bikes are lovely and all that but I probably enjoy my cheaper ones more, simply because there is a lot less to stress about with them. But then you know that yourself of course. You're constantly worrying that your BMW is going to get expensive on you 😬 That sort of thing does eat into the enjoyment of owning and using a bike. Nah, I think I'll stick with the cheapo ones, even though I would like something nicer as a bit of a toy from time to time. Trouble is, the costs are all of the time, not just from time to time, so hard for me to justify really. Norman and Buddy are delivering plenty of smiles at the moment, so I think I'll stick with them for a while longer ! Cheers Steve 👍🏻 Garry
@@economicalrides 100% with you on all that above....I think they price the parts so if there is an accident it's easier for them to write off and the punter has to buy another bike. Outro Dave
Hey Buddy! So, I'm split between getting a pre-owned Tiger 900 Rally Pro (2021/5K kms) and a new Transalp. I know spec-wise they are Oranges and Apples. My riding usage is city and touring; My riding style is pretty Hooliganish. So, here in India (no T7s, Tuaregs or KTM 790/890s here. Even the Honda AT comes in a lowered suspension model) the Tiger 900 Rally is the bike that checks all the boxes. The High Maintainance Costs are the Only Red Flags. So, enter the Transalp: it's light and nimble: makes for a good project bike - rally seats, suspension upgrade etc along with Honda's reliability and affordability. Also, makes for a better Daily Do-it-All. So, What would you suggest?
I think you said it there at the end... A mate of mine has the tiger 900 pro, amazing to ride but sadly he has so many issues from new he sold it 6months later.... The Transalp is more fun to ride hard as well.... Full review and off road video coming soon. Thanks
@@exeterrider @terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff So, I'm pretty close to finalising the nimble Transalp XL 750 (Test-Rode it in Shorts: Cool as a Cat). But at around 16.5K USD (we pay some crazy import taxes) it does seem like a whole lot for its Plain Jane Specs. Another bike that has come into the picture is a pre-owned 2019 CRF1000L Africa Twin (fully-loaded and souped up with performance upgrades & accessories) for almost the same price. What say??
@@2-WheelsMoveTheSoul for me the transalp is newer, and the africa twin is a monster of a bike which isn't a bike you will bother to get on with shorter trips but the transalp you would.... Transalp is the winner for me
Great bike love it, but the rear suspension is not up to the job, now changed to a Hagon unit, transformation, only the tyres are the only limiting factor. Rear wheel converted to tubeless. Karoos are better than Dunlops. Plan to fit electric cruise in the new year.
@@exeterrider With one average rider and not ridden hard the suspension is plush and fine, but put pushing it to limits and when riding 2 up it s struggles. I just think is a great upgrade to maximise it on the road, Im not an off road rider, but plan to try it.
I had that sidestand issue happen on my Z1000SX. It fell on the Himalayan, which kept it upright 😂 Very nice review and good to hear from two genuine bikers who actually have experience of the bike and give their unbiased opinion
Thanks Noob 👍I have also had that with the NC when it was stuck between 2 bikes and all I had to hold on to was the screen,hence the crack on one of the bolt holes.
I took out the transalp when my nc750x was in for service 21 reg,the Trans was brand new, liked the punch and better suspension , but felt vibration through the handle bars and a bit of vibration in the foot pegs which put me off buying one.
Yes the suspension is fantastic. I didn't feel there were too many vibes on mine. It can vary bike to bike I find sometimes. Thanks Nigel
Sounds like you rode it in wrong rpms. It is not a nc750. I feel it is best at lower rpms then close to 4k. At motorways. Mine has zero vibes. The cb500x i had. That buzzed so much it was absolutely horrible. The transalp is a coutch compared to that one. And much better geo in general.
Good real world chat with a fellow biker. Well done ER.
Thanks Paul, appreciate your time watching it.
Hiya, well-done mate I loved your format for this video great idea, it was nice that you both rate this bike, and its easy to see that there is no BS being talked, the video was a proper good chat about the bike like you do, I enjoyed this Thank You. Just one question for you, how does the seat height compare with the NC. Cheers.
Tt the newer NC its much taller , Im nearly on tip toes however it feels very manageable. More so Than the NC. If you can have a sit on one. It will look high up but you may be surprised how easy it is . Thanks for your time Paul, it was a long one . Cheers
I appreciate this is a long video, but I wanted to give you all the info we could and it is quite fluid and keeps going with some riding shots as well.
"LIKE" the video would be appreciated and helps alot. Thanks for watching in advance and to nick for taking some time out to film this with me.
More coming up on the Transalp including some off-roading & A FULL Review!
I always like the white one but that black one with the boxes looks very nice.
Yeap both look great, I Jane the full review coming soon 👍
Two old gray hair men talking about motorcycles! Should be a weekly episode, lol , loved it so much i watched it twice. Sad you dont get the view time! Wish i had one and we could have been the three amigos.
Mines a colour though Blake not an age thing but when I hit the big 30 then yes it may start to happen. Thanks for your time mate. We could always do a Live" sometime. Hope your well.
old? Grey hair? yup spot on 😁😁😁
@@icedidi I am telling you, it could be a thing. Two guys test the same bike and sit down, as your old and can't stand for too long, and talk about the adventures they had with it. Podcast every week about a bike.
Now if you could do it a mankini during the summer, your in! We will talk about the pay thing later.
@@BlakesPipes Its a deal!
@@BlakesPipes a master plan devised by a madman 🤣
Thank you gentlemen!!!! I really like this Transalp, however THE ONLY THING that concerns me is dealing with its "tube tires" (is there any product on the market that will temporally repair so one can ride to a dealership and let them put a new tube in it???). As for no "Cruise Control", ya might want to check into a "Atlas Throttle Lock" (suppose to be pretty good, get's the job done)
Hi Mike, I have a throttle lock on my NC750X and it works well.
Yes I can see its a bit of bind having tubes... The idea was keeping the price low but infact, listening to your concerns and others I think they should have factered tubeless in.
It would be on my mind too.
Thanks - maybe Honda will come out with a "street version" like Suzuki did with their 800 "RE" ?!? - If so, Im "definently" in.@@exeterrider
nice review and discussion points, thanks Gentlemen.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching
white looks much better in my opinion
Than is for watching mate 👍🍻
What camera was this filmed with?
Samsung s8👍 why you ask? Colours off?
@@exeterrider I thought the picture quality was really good.
Cool mate thanks, amazing what can be done on a phone📱👍🍻
It was controversial decision in the beginning on Honda's part to replace all v-twins with 270° cranks parallel twins. Specially for the Africa and Transalp, the parallel twin engine frees up a lot of space where the back cylinder would be and that allows for easier and more varied design in this space.. Like the seat position, air box and the overall length of the bike.
Yeap, I like a Vtwin, but the parallels make a lot of sense👍
This was a real pleasure to watch. Two blokes talking about their bikes, being interesting and informative and no high-energy TH-cam style drama. Looking forward to some more Transalp content.
I appreciate that, thanks.
Yes, that's exactly how I wanted the video to be so you picking up on that is appreciated.
I Jane at least 2 more videos coming on the Transalp. It's a lovely machine. Have a good Christmas and thanks again 👍
Only the headlight puts me off - Honda understandably share components with their other bikes, but given this is an adventure style bike, I think they could've shared the headlight with the Africa Twin for a far more interesting and road presence appeal, rather than the Hornet and CB500 range light.
Took one out yesterday 30.07.2024 and just found out my insurance company will not charge me any more than they are charging for my NC750X. I am now in the dangerous area of it will not take much for my to hand my keys and papers over to my my Honda dealer and drive off into the sunset on my Transalp. Silky smooth through bends and corners and great riding position for me.
I can see your situation there, I totally understand, it would be a good upgrade for sure.
i think you have a good format with these one on one interviews with actual owners, keep them coming.
Appreciate that Thanks. I will try to do more.
Have to agree with Nick looks much better in person , much more substantial bike than i thought. For me it was slightly over my budget together with the extras i would like. Normally find adventure bikes too high but felt comfortable with one foot firmly down, not too top heavy like the AT. Enjoyed the vid as always, cheers for sharing
Thanks, Yes bikes overall these days seem so much to what they were...I remember when you could get a top spec Goldwing for 11.5k! Even with the tape deck haha! Thanks very much mate.
Evening ER. Thanks for inviting me, again. Was a great afternoon. Your camera work was excellent! See you for the Africa Twin one...... 🤣🤣 --------- jk
Wouldn't surprise me, ha Thanks for your help on this one.
Lovely video gents, enjoyed that. I do have to say though Dids, if you don't find you need to use the downshifter very often, YOU AIN'T RIDING FAST ENOUGH!🤣🤣
Never ridden one of those, but from what I've seen they are a good buy at that money. I wonder if it would cope with a 23 stone fatty like me on it though?
Nice one boys👍👍
@@tojj29 it gets a work out when trying to keep up with Derek 😆. Great bikes for the money, problem is all the Japs make good bikes so there's never more than a fag paper between them. That 4 cylinder engine of yours sounds awesome and pulls like a train I would imagine. And at 23st you wouldn't need to worry about seat height 😆😇😝
Just bought one, very happy with it, for all the same reasons you give in the chat. I considered the alternatives but I like the conservative (small c) nature of Honda bikes generally. Not shouty, they just ‘work’. A great all rounder.
100%, I have another Transalp video coming tomorrow 👍
Can you program the TFT screen to have a message on start up saying Remove Disklock or something like it? And secondly I wonder if Honda will do what Suzuki has done and produced an inbetween the Hornet and the Transalp. That would be interesting.
That would be a good idea, although I guess most disc locks are third party so won't be integrated too well...you have a point there though for sure.
Mines on order coming soon, in black. M&P’s had a sale on £9190 + £750 worth of optional extras. Thats the best deal i seen after a long time searching. Great vid 👍
Wow ,that really is a good deal!
Yep +1. I’ve got a very similar deal and get mine this week all being well
Er, the white bike has the taller screen by the look of it
It looks like it on the video but infact they are the same. It's just the way the bikes are sat.
For sure your test bike is the best colour, that black is blander than a bland thing... Sorta the new beige.... 😊 Seems an ok sort of bike, I would say that it would be a good tourer but on the dirt? Im not convinced.... I reckon the off road orientated riders will go T7 all day long (just the opinions of an ol' fool!😊)
Yeah the T7 is a proper off road jobby BUT I would say it feels out of place on the road. The manners off-road really surprised me handling-wise ,and wish I could have done more with it TBH but 3 weeks was up before I knew it sadly : (
I bought it as it matched my jacket 😉😆😁
🤥🤣@@icedidi
Looks a proper good un. Fella at Abbotsham has a black one and they really don't look too big in real life. Your review and off road videos look real corkers. Bring it on.😊
I'm even more excited now Lilly...Just need to free up some days for the edit.
I would love to hear a discussion of the Transalp riding experience with someone who is a veteran of the BMW GSA. Especially an older rider who might be considering downsizing while minimizing loss of function.
Thing is downsizing from a GS, most people stick with the brand from my experience., 👍
I am a previous GS 1200 owner and I’ve had a Transalp for about six weeks now. I love the Transalp. Don’t get me wrong the GS was pretty awesome, minus the up front cost and maintenance expenses. I may add a DRZ400S to my stable soon. Crazy I can have both for less than a GS.
@@Hookmeister Thanks, that’s the kind of input I was seeking. I think my fear of low speed maneuvers with the heavy GSA is keeping me from doing the work to become a better rider. I think that the lighter Transalp would let me take more chances. At least that’s my theory.
Hi, pleasure to watch your videos.
I've got my Transalp couple of days back and immediately noticed that there is kinda humming noise coming from the wheels/tires when 60miles is reaced and the noise increases when I see 70 miles. It is kinda annoying but I will show it when I take my bike for the first service. Otherwise it is a great bike, and I saw 79mpg in my first 550miles.
I have more coming up on the Transalp including a offroad video...
It's a great bike, that humming is the tyres I think. Its annoying I know
Tyre tread pattern, try to ignore it
OEM tyres, very noticeable 50-70. I'll swap them when they are ready at about 6k miles.
Owner chat is nice idea, very MCN
Ahh thanks very much. I enjoyed bringing it to you 👍🙏
Good video from two good blokes
Thanks Mark : )
Great video. Lots of info to digest.
I would like tubeless tyres.
You and me both! Its a shame really when apart from that it's a 10/10 bike , Thanks for watching this.
@@exeterrider I'm interested in buying a new bike (next year) and the top runners are Transalp and Tracer9, so far.
I think having watched your Transalp video that it's still in the running. Tubed tyres being my only concern.
I'll dive in and watch more of your videos. Thanks for making them.
Thanks mate, tracer 9 is superb aswell... For me it would still be the trans because it fells more fun to ride, and the tracer 9 for me was a little too racey and wants to go all the time.
Goodluck with it all 👍
@@exeterrider we could talk all day about bikes. I would say that the Tracer9 suits my style of riding but maybe the Transalp would be better? I'll have a test ride soon. Thanks again.
That was great, I liked the format and hearing what Nick had to say 👍😊
Thanks, these are fun to make. Good to have someone else on cam👍
definetely it's not the bike I would buy for the look of it, but it is really good package I think.
Yes it is mate, its a good mile eater
Hopefully Honda will release a street version of the Transalp with a 19" front wheel.
Maybe, you never know!
(I know I shouldnt, but) I'm the type to drag pegs on tight turns. Can this get a peg down? Or is the 21 front a bit too much of a sacrifice for someone like me?
I never did that but it's not that type of bike👍
Yes you can at times
When I see my vstrom against my old VFR I think it’s almost ugly but for comfort, touring, suspension etc, would never go back. U don’t look at it when ur on it
I think Suzuki repeatedly make comfortable bikes from my experience
Hi good review of both colours I told Nick I’m interested in one of these if anything seriously goes wrong with my bmw I like the black one classic mistake left the Artago bmw disc lock was like hitting a brick wall thanks for the channel flash up appreciate that me and Nick are doing the ring of red around the M62 next Sunday should be an excellent weekend 👍🏍️
Hello mate, I didnt click who you were then but then remembered. Your channel i.d is deceiving ha. No worrys mate, have a good trip on Sunday : )
@@exeterriderhi definitely nicks looking forward to it 👍
Great video again here mukka nice to see another rider with bike and see there point of view about the bike
Thanks Peaky, lots more to come on this one. Thanks
I really like these myself, but not been in my local Honda dealers in a while infact, so that'll probably be another short winter ride vid from my end mate! 🤣👍
Great vid as always dude & keep meaning to ask where I'd find a livestream you were on & disclosed your "Real" name? 🤔 It wasn't 1 of yours, Rev Bombs, The Peaky Bikers or The Military Biker (I catch up with all those currently) & I remember you giving me a telling off for calling you by your real name before on here Jeff! 😉👍
Ello mate, that was economical rides live stream... Infact we have another one booked on his channel on the 30th.
Yeap me names it there now, not something I dreamed to do really for a few reasons but just part of the path I was on.
Hope alas we'll with you John, and your still getting it there 👍
@@exeterrider I'll hopefully catch some of that on my lunch break then mate & will look out for the new one coming! 👍😎
Yeah all good here Steve & hopefully be back out again soon, well as soon as the heated grips are on the G310GS that is!!! 🥶🤣👍
@@johndiehardmclean23 hit the lanes mate, they are quite good at them 🍻👍
Great natter about a very desirable bike. Nice one 👍🏼
Cheers SB, I enjoyed making this one
A great machine, ER, and should I decide to change my VFR this would be the one I'd go for.
You would enjoy it for sure : )
A very nice bike overall but should have tubeless rims/tyres.
Yes I know what you mean there 👍🍻
A much better all round bike! Looking at the two bikes, side by side, I could not decide which colour I liked best. 👍
You and me both! But I like the 80s vibe on the white one.
not any of them.the grey one
Ice does not do off road…. He needs an NT1100 and not AT next !
😂👍The NT isn't is style something twigs me but yes I see where your coming from 🤔👍
Hi Steve,
just checking through my subs list and discovered that I hadn't watched this one yet !
A very nice chat about a very nice bike by two very nice blokes, if I may be so bold 🤗
I really like the current Transalp and could see myself getting one, if I ever started doing a bit of touring.
I'd rather have something like this, with a bit of trail riding capability, than some touring behemoth.
This would be a very competent touring machine but you could also explore the odd interesting looking trail on your travels. I like it a lot.
One of these for touring, Buddy for Sunday rides locally and Norman for throwing at the mountain scenery.
I think that would probably be my dream garage.
But there's no point in me spending all that money on a Transalp at the moment because I wouldn't get enough use out of it, unfortunately.
But if my circumstances were to change and touring holidays became a thing, I'd absolutely love one 🥰
Thanks to you both for an informative chat.
Love from Spain to the Exmouth posse,
El Outro and Robbie
Thanks Garry, It would kinda replace Norman I expect.....I think you would have a lot of fun on the Transalp, it also sounds and goes very naught past 3/4....awesome machine. Thanks mate.
Fiesta to you both ,hopefully christmas will be luxury zoosarges!?
@@exeterrider Hi Dave,
no, if I ever spent that kind of money on a new bike, there is NO WAY I would be taking it on the rough trails I'm riding at the moment. Maybe the odd easier one but that would be it. For everything else I would keep Norman. Norman is going to be my crashy bike. For me the Transalp would be a precious object. There is no way I would want to risk dropping it. I just couldn't get into that way of thinking 🤗
It would be a lovely bike for doing journeys on though and maybe the odd light trail with low risk of crashing.
Have a good Christmas yourself Steve, much love to the Exmouth crew.
Apparently we're going to my Mum's for Christmas dinner and there will be "pigs in blankets". Ruby said she doesn't need the blankets, just the pigs 😂
Cheers Steve,
El Outro and Rupert
@@economicalrides Thats the "rub" isn't it....alot of money on a bike that handles off-road work quite well but its to expense to pay for a new side panel or handle bars......Royal Enfield are amazing for that issue.
@@exeterrider Yes. I find these cheaper bikes really quite liberating in that way. I know that a drop for Buddy or Norman is not going to be that expensive to fix. I think you can get a ready painted tank for Buddy for €300 for instance.
Obviously crash guards are good and Norman is quite well protected against drops but it makes me more relaxed about using the bikes when I know that I can afford to get them put back to like new condition, should I ever suffer a "dropsy" and decide that I can't live with the resultant damage.
I think that these days I'd be terrified riding a more expensive bike, even terrified to leave it anywhere. Nicer bikes are lovely and all that but I probably enjoy my cheaper ones more, simply because there is a lot less to stress about with them.
But then you know that yourself of course. You're constantly worrying that your BMW is going to get expensive on you 😬
That sort of thing does eat into the enjoyment of owning and using a bike.
Nah, I think I'll stick with the cheapo ones, even though I would like something nicer as a bit of a toy from time to time. Trouble is, the costs are all of the time, not just from time to time, so hard for me to justify really.
Norman and Buddy are delivering plenty of smiles at the moment, so I think I'll stick with them for a while longer !
Cheers Steve 👍🏻
Garry
@@economicalrides 100% with you on all that above....I think they price the parts so if there is an accident it's easier for them to write off and the punter has to buy another bike.
Outro Dave
Hey Buddy! So, I'm split between getting a pre-owned Tiger 900 Rally Pro (2021/5K kms) and a new Transalp. I know spec-wise they are Oranges and Apples. My riding usage is city and touring; My riding style is pretty Hooliganish. So, here in India (no T7s, Tuaregs or KTM 790/890s here. Even the Honda AT comes in a lowered suspension model) the Tiger 900 Rally is the bike that checks all the boxes. The High Maintainance Costs are the Only Red Flags. So, enter the Transalp: it's light and nimble: makes for a good project bike - rally seats, suspension upgrade etc along with Honda's reliability and affordability. Also, makes for a better Daily Do-it-All. So, What would you suggest?
I think you said it there at the end... A mate of mine has the tiger 900 pro, amazing to ride but sadly he has so many issues from new he sold it 6months later.... The Transalp is more fun to ride hard as well.... Full review and off road video coming soon. Thanks
@@exeterrider
@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff
So, I'm pretty close to finalising the nimble Transalp XL 750 (Test-Rode it in Shorts: Cool as a Cat). But at around 16.5K USD (we pay some crazy import taxes) it does seem like a whole lot for its Plain Jane Specs.
Another bike that has come into the picture is a pre-owned 2019 CRF1000L Africa Twin (fully-loaded and souped up with performance upgrades & accessories) for almost the same price.
What say??
@@2-WheelsMoveTheSoul for me the transalp is newer, and the africa twin is a monster of a bike which isn't a bike you will bother to get on with shorter trips but the transalp you would.... Transalp is the winner for me
@@exeterrider Booked my Transalp XL 750. Delivery in FEB 2024! Thanks🙏
Great bike love it, but the rear suspension is not up to the job, now changed to a Hagon unit, transformation, only the tyres are the only limiting factor. Rear wheel converted to tubeless. Karoos are better than Dunlops. Plan to fit electric cruise in the new year.
I like your bike! I liked the suspension tbh👍
@@exeterrider With one average rider and not ridden hard the suspension is plush and fine, but put pushing it to limits and when riding 2 up it s struggles. I just think is a great upgrade to maximise it on the road, Im not an off road rider, but plan to try it.
@@davidsandilands1285 ahh I see yes that's fine
I'd like to see you do a comparison test between the Transalp and the Vstrom 800..
Me too, but Suzuki are still lagging behind a little when it comes to this stuff although they are aware of me so I'm told.
I think Lamb Chop Rides has done a comparison video on these two bikes.
He has yes
That's a therapy session.
Good, I'm pleased about that 👍😊
What the heck !!!! Ice did not swear 🤣🤣🤣
On his best behaviour around Exeter, who NEVER swears and is easily shocked 🤣🤣
Yes I think it was his twin
That may change in a upcoming blooper video Lilly 📹😂
@@exeterrider 😉
Me? Swear? 😇😇
I had that sidestand issue happen on my Z1000SX. It fell on the Himalayan, which kept it upright 😂
Very nice review and good to hear from two genuine bikers who actually have experience of the bike and give their unbiased opinion
Thanks Noob 👍I have also had that with the NC when it was stuck between 2 bikes and all I had to hold on to was the screen,hence the crack on one of the bolt holes.
Couldn't get higher praise for a bike than from you both, well done👍
Thanks David👍
evening Mr Dave - I might have to try some green lanes some time 🙃
@@icedidiHmm, may have to get another trail bike, ER has been on about it too! Seems like you have mastered car parks now so need a new challenge😇
@@davidhawkins120 🤣 It took some doing and I had a rough start but yes, I think I can put a tick by Car Parks!
😂