Honda XL750 Transalp vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 18, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.90 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Honda XL750 Transalp, priced at Rs. 13.20 Lakh. On the performance front, the XL750 Transalp uses a 755cc engine producing 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the XL750 Transalp and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the XL750 Transalp stands out for performance.

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XL750 Transalp vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda XL750 TransalpYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.20 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Engine 755 cc204 cc
Max power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 216 Kg149 Kg

XL750 Transalp vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda XL750 Transalp E-ClutchYamaha YZF-R2 STD
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Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.20 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda XL750 Transalp Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,141 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 53,026 XL750 Transalp Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 8-Valves Parallel-Twin SOHC, Liquid-Cooled
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
755 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
91.77 PS @ 9500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
75 Nm @ 7250 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
87 mm
66 mm
Stroke
63.5 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.0 ± 0.2
Not Available

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

Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SFF-CA USD™ Forks
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock with Pro-Link Linkage
Linked-Type Monocross

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
41 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-150/70-18
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
850 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2325*838*1455 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1560 mm
1340 mm
Length
2325 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
210 mm
170 mm
Height
1455 mm
1140 mm
Width
838 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
216 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
256 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 9.1AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Diamond
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Yamaha Ride Control
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
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
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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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Honda XL750 Transalp Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda XL750 Transalp vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Honda XL750 Transalp is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. On the basis of mileage, comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda XL750 Transalp vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Honda XL750 Transalp by ₹10.90 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda XL750 Transalp vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda XL750 Transalp has better performance.

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