Retrospective Honda XL600V Transalp: 1989 â 1990. By. The Staff. -. November 8, 2011. Year/model: 1990 Honda XL600V Transalp. Owner: Andrew Tabor, Scarborough, Maine. Here was a motorcycle that Thedesign provides the V-Strom 800DE with a slightly longer amount of wheel travel than the Transalp of 220mm, and it has an overall ground clearance of 220mm. Braking on both bikes is taken care of by dual Nissin two-piston calipers at the front and 310mm wavy discs. The rear brake on the Honda is a 256mm âwaveâ disc operated by a Hondas new XL750 Transalp is the perfect mid-capacity adventure bike for riders seeking exciting journeys both in the city and beyond.With its high-performance engine, all-new design, and class-leading equipment, the Transalp is a versatile and reliable choice for adventurers everywhere.ROP2. 21133111194351487367413327