Honda Transalp Base vs Suzuki GSX 8TT (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Transalp Basestacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8TT. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Transalp BaseSuzuki GSX 8TT
Model year20252026
Price$11,149
Engine755 cc776 cc
Weight210 kg203 kg
Seat height810 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresMetzeler Karoo Street: 90/90 - 21 54H / Metzeler Karoo Street: 150/70 -18 70HDunlop® Roadsport2-X 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport2-X 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Honda Transalp Base vs Suzuki GSX 8TT — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Transalp Base and the Suzuki GSX 8TT usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Transalp Base brings its published horsepower in a 210 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 8TT counters with its own power figure at 203 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: