NEW Honda Transalp 2008
 

I know it might be a bit too early to start this thread since the New Honda Transalp 2008 is not out yet. But we all have seen it on internet and speaking for myself i fell in love with this bike. I presently own an MZ 660cc single cylinder, and i am planning an overland trip in Europe first then later i d like to try north africa. I want a realiable twin cylinder adventure tourer that is capable of going two up long distances and i thought the new transalp would be a great candidate for this... any views on this bike or any other adventure tourer would be greatly appreciated...Cheers and happy riding to all....

:scooter: ozzee...

Nah, it's horrible ............
 

........... The reasons are given here:-
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...p-2008-a-34907

If you go into the Honda tech forum (via the link or post your own) you will probably get more response.

For a two up twin, take a look at the Kawa Versys? Much better value IMO.
Or, the new "small" BMWs,
Or ........... come on someone else suggest a twin - oh yes, the DL650.

You think so ?
 

You think so

You think so ?
 

You think so? thanks for the reoly first of all....

I dont like the versys, i am looking for an adventure tourer, somethin of an on and off the road type of bike and the versys is not..

and the suzuki DL 650 seemed a good option until i came across this site: Suzuki V-Strom DL 650 Review

The BMW s are great bikes but a bit too expensive i think for me..

A honda is always a honda i guess....

Cheers..

New bikes, got to love them!
 

Well as you ask, I prefer the looks of the second generation TA, the carb 650cc model.
The new Honda is bigger, heavier etc for no obvious gain.

I do understand what you say about the Versys: may be it will reappear as a bike that is more like the KLE500 twin - that can still be bought here in the UK I believe - it was certainly available new in 2007.

For the DL650, take a look at pecha72 posts about his recent ride 1/2 way RTW: not a bad word about them!

The BMW F650GS twin is about £5500 = about the price of the new Honda.

Link
 

That link of mine was rubbish BTW: this is the one I meant to add:-
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...transalp-29524