The middleweight adventure bike segment is bustling with choices from nearly all manufacturers. From the Japanese big four to the heavy-hitters of Europe, it’s clear that ADV bikes with compact engines – usually from 700cc to 900cc – are the sweet spot when it comes to adventure riding.
With that being said, there are two models that occupy pretty much the same space when it comes to pricing, performance, and intended use, and they both come from two of the most respected Japanese manufacturers. Of course, I’m talking about none other than the Yamaha Ténéré 700 and the Honda XL750 Transalp. Having ridden both these bikes on numerous occasions, I can attest that picking one over the other is extremely difficult. That said, having ridden them is one thing but actually owning both bikes is a completely different story.
