2025 Honda XL750 Transalp Revealed: What’s New and What’s Not
Honda has officially taken the wraps off the 2025 XL750 Transalp, and while it doesn’t rewrite the rulebook, it does bring thoughtful improvements to an already capable adventure machine. With sharper looks, refined suspension, and a tech-savvy cockpit, Honda is aiming to make your next big ride smoother and smarter — without changing the core DNA that riders already love.
🔧 Design & Styling: Now More Africa Twin Than Ever
The first thing you’ll notice is the new face. Honda has given the Transalp a facelift that leans more toward the Africa Twin’s aggressive design language, especially with the revised LED projector headlamp and taller windscreen. That new windscreen now gets a clever air duct to help reduce wind buffeting at highway speeds — a subtle but welcome tweak for long-distance riders.
And yes, it now comes in three fresh colours:
- Rose White
- Graphite Black
- Pearl Deep Mud Grey
These shades add more visual appeal to an otherwise utilitarian adventure machine.
🛠️ Suspension & Ride: Better Tuned for the Real World
Under the skin, the suspension has received some much-needed love. The front forks are now softer, which should translate to better comfort over broken roads or gravel trails. On the other end, the rear shock has firmer damping, giving better stability when you’re fully loaded or riding two-up.
This change addresses a common rider complaint: the older setup would dive too much up front and sag at the rear when carrying luggage or a pillion.
📱 Cockpit & Connectivity: New TFT, New Feel
Honda has replaced the old instrument cluster with a brand-new 5-inch full-colour TFT screen, borrowed from the NX500. It not only looks more premium but also brings improved customization and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing riders to pair their phones for music, calls, and turn-by-turn navigation.
Paired with new switchgear, the cockpit now feels closer to what you’d expect from a modern adventure tourer.
🧱 Engine & Frame: No Change, and That’s Fine
Mechanically, it’s still powered by the familiar 755cc parallel-twin engine producing around 92 hp and 75 Nm of torque. The chassis and running gear remain unchanged too. That’s not a bad thing — the Transalp already had a solid engine and a lightweight, balanced frame.
What’s still missing? Tubeless wheels. It continues to use wire-spoked wheels with tube-type tyres, which might be a downside for those who prioritize convenience and ease of repair on long-distance trips.
🇮🇳 India Launch & Price
If you’re waiting for this updated Transalp to hit Indian roads, the good news is it’s coming — expected around mid-2025 (June–July). Honda plans to keep the pricing consistent with the current model, which is ₹10.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It will most likely continue to be brought in as a CBU.
🏁 Final Thoughts
The 2025 update doesn’t change what the Transalp is at its core — a no-nonsense, middleweight adventure bike built to go the distance. But it fine-tunes the experience with better wind protection, smarter tech, and more dialed-in suspension.
📌 Key Highlights
| Category | 2024 Model | 2025 Update |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamp | Basic LED | Dual LED projector (Africa Twin-style) |
| Windshield | Standard | Taller with airflow duct |
| Display | LCD | 5-inch TFT with smartphone pairing |
| Suspension (Front) | Neutral setup | Softer for comfort |
| Suspension (Rear) | Standard | Firmer for loaded riding |
| Colour Options | Limited | 3 New Colours |
| India Launch | Ongoing | June–July 2025 |
| Price (Expected) | ₹10.99 lakh | Same as before |
