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I just sold my NT1100 and purchased a 2026 Honda Transalp with the e-clutch. I really liked the NT on the highway, but around town it was heavy and the DCT shifts were a little clunky. The worst offense for me was the heat the 1084cc engine threw off and the effectiveness of the fairing. It was great in the winter. In the summer I felt like a baked potato. I looked hard at the Africa Twin, but didn't want to invest that kind of money. At least, not at this point. So, my local dealer (Greathouse Honda in Bryan) got a red/white/blue Transalp in last week and I jumped on it. I picked it up yesterday and began adding a few things to it. Puig deflector (size small), SW Motech Evo pegs (same pegs as the NT), TPMS. Waiting on handguards, Veridian cruise control and a rear rack. Here is what I think after the first day or two...
It is much better all around than the NT or the NX 500. Duh, it slots in between those two, but it is a more balanced bike. It is lighter and less highway focused than the NT, but heavier and more planted than the NX. I've been looking for a Goldilocks bike, and this might be it. It is not as agile as the NX due to the height, weight and just being more motorcycle, but it is much better at 70+ mph. It doesn't feel like it is going to get pushed around by a dumptruck. The smaller fairing and lack of deflectors means more wind hits my legs, arms (hopefully the handguards will help a little with this) and torso, but this is not a bad thing in the heat. The 750 engine doesn't produce as much heat and what it does make is moved away from my legs. I'm happy about this. Now, in the winter I may not be as effervescent, but winter here doesn't last that long. I added a Puig deflector and it took away the buffeting while allowing the airflow to just hit the top of my helmet. I do lament the absence of cruise control. I have a cramp buster on it and it helps, but I'm anxious to get the Veridian cruise in and installed.
I do not ride it as fast as I did the NT. The combination of 1100 cc's and the quick shifting DCT made it a very quick bike. The Transalp is a little less easy to get speed on, but I'm ok with that. I don't want or need to go testicles-out all the time, and certainly my need for speed has been replaced by my need not to bleed. The TA will get out of its own way, and will do so in a manner that is easier on my back since I sit more upright.
The e-clutch is cooler than I expected. I start the bike and just put it in first without ever touching the clutch. It pulls away normally and you just run up through the gears after that without touching the clutch lever. You can use the clutch like a normal bike (the e-clutch will re-engage within a couple of seconds if you don't pull the clutch lever, or you can turn it off in settings), and I have done so just to see how it feels. It all feels normal. No drama. I'm a fan. It does stick out slightly on the right side, but not in a way that you notice while riding. I will be interested to see how it holds up long term. Brand new it feels great. Not grabby or jerky at low speeds.
I do want to put tubeless rims/tires on at some point. I think I will go for a 19" front/18" rear similar to the NX 500 and the Africa Twin AS. I don't ride "off road," and don't need a 21" front. A dirt road is the only dirt I will ever hit.
Ok, pictures....
It is much better all around than the NT or the NX 500. Duh, it slots in between those two, but it is a more balanced bike. It is lighter and less highway focused than the NT, but heavier and more planted than the NX. I've been looking for a Goldilocks bike, and this might be it. It is not as agile as the NX due to the height, weight and just being more motorcycle, but it is much better at 70+ mph. It doesn't feel like it is going to get pushed around by a dumptruck. The smaller fairing and lack of deflectors means more wind hits my legs, arms (hopefully the handguards will help a little with this) and torso, but this is not a bad thing in the heat. The 750 engine doesn't produce as much heat and what it does make is moved away from my legs. I'm happy about this. Now, in the winter I may not be as effervescent, but winter here doesn't last that long. I added a Puig deflector and it took away the buffeting while allowing the airflow to just hit the top of my helmet. I do lament the absence of cruise control. I have a cramp buster on it and it helps, but I'm anxious to get the Veridian cruise in and installed.
I do not ride it as fast as I did the NT. The combination of 1100 cc's and the quick shifting DCT made it a very quick bike. The Transalp is a little less easy to get speed on, but I'm ok with that. I don't want or need to go testicles-out all the time, and certainly my need for speed has been replaced by my need not to bleed. The TA will get out of its own way, and will do so in a manner that is easier on my back since I sit more upright.
The e-clutch is cooler than I expected. I start the bike and just put it in first without ever touching the clutch. It pulls away normally and you just run up through the gears after that without touching the clutch lever. You can use the clutch like a normal bike (the e-clutch will re-engage within a couple of seconds if you don't pull the clutch lever, or you can turn it off in settings), and I have done so just to see how it feels. It all feels normal. No drama. I'm a fan. It does stick out slightly on the right side, but not in a way that you notice while riding. I will be interested to see how it holds up long term. Brand new it feels great. Not grabby or jerky at low speeds.
I do want to put tubeless rims/tires on at some point. I think I will go for a 19" front/18" rear similar to the NX 500 and the Africa Twin AS. I don't ride "off road," and don't need a 21" front. A dirt road is the only dirt I will ever hit.
Ok, pictures....
but it's true 
