Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

Honda XL750 Transalp price starts at Rs. 13.20 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.60 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Adventure R, priced at Rs. 15.80 Lakh. On the performance front, the XL750 Transalp uses a 755cc engine producing 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm and the 890 Adventure R a 889cc engine producing 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the XL750 Transalp and 890 Adventure R, the 890 Adventure R is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the XL750 Transalp stands out for affordability.

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XL750 Transalp vs 890 Adventure R Comparison Summary

Specification Honda XL750 TransalpKTM 890 Adventure R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.20 LakhRs. 15.80 Lakh
Mileage Not Available22.22 kmpl
Engine 755 cc889 cc
Max power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 216 Kg215 Kg

XL750 Transalp vs 890 Adventure R Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda XL750 Transalp E-ClutchKTM 890 Adventure R STD
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Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.20 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 15.80 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin
Max Power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda XL750 Transalp Colors
KTM 890 Adventure R Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,141 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 43,260 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 37,074 XL750 Transalp Insurance Rs. 40,863 890 Adventure R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
210 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
755 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm
104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
75 Nm @ 7250 rpm
100 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
87 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
63.5 mm
68.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.0 ± 0.2
13.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
22.22 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
22.22 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SFF-CA USD™ Forks
Wp Xplor 48/Compression, Rebound, Preload, Travel - 240 mm
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Pro-Link Linkage
Wp Xplor Monoshock With PDS/Compression (High And Low Speed), Rebound, Hydraulic Preload, Travel - 240 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
35 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
41 psi
35 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-150/70-18
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
196 kg
Seat height
850 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.5 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2325*838*1455 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1560 mm
1528 mm
Length
2325 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
210 mm
263 mm
Height
1455 mm
Not Available
Width
838 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
216 Kg
215 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
256 mm
260 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 9.1AH
12V / 10AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Steel Diamond
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Quickshifter+
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Voice Assist
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminum, tapered
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda XL750 Transalp
  • Gets more features than before
  • Looks sleeker and more aggressive
  • Has a refined yet powerful engine
Honda XL750 Transalp
  • Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels
  • Could’ve gotten adjustable suspension
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Which bike is cheaper Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 890 Adventure R?
The Honda XL750 Transalp is cheaper than KTM 890 Adventure R by ₹2.60 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda XL750 Transalp vs KTM 890 Adventure R?
For the E-Clutch version, 755 cc Petrol engine of XL750 Transalp produces 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 75 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 889 cc Petrol engine of 890 Adventure R produces 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 100 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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