HONDA TRANSALP TESTED IN THE AUSSIE OUTBACK
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Published 2023-07-18
There is no better testing ground than the Aussie outback so we headed off on a multi-state, 6-day ride over thousands of kilometres to find some answers and give the bike its biggest test yet in Australia.
Starting from Boulia in Queensland, we made our way to Birdsville and then into South Australia to Innamincka. From there we came back to Queensland with a night in Charlotte Plains and then down into New South Wales before heading back up to the Gold Coast, covering about 3300 kilometres in total.
The ride was organised by former 500 GP legend, Daryl Beattie, and headed by Mick Doohan's former mechanic, Peter 'Budda' Lukowski.
With assistance from Truckie Scott, we were able to ride deep into the red sands in the Aussie outback and visit some well-out-of-the-way places, camping under the stars by night and riding every minute of each day.
Massive thanks to Honda Australia for trusting us with three shiny new Transalps.
To Daz for all the effort making it happen and Budda for leading the way every day.
To Whites Powersports for being the most motivated guys we work with.
The gear that got us there:
Giant Loop Fandango tank bag
Leatt Moto 9.5 Carbon helmet
Leatt Moto 4.5 Enduro jersey
Leatt Moto 4.5 Enduro pants
Leatt Hydradri jacket
Leatt Race Vest
All Comments (21)
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I really appreciate a review that focuses on the type of riding a bike was intended to do instead of pretending, trying to thrash it on gnarly off road trails, then bashing it for not doing what it wasn’t supposed to do in the first place. Thank you. ✌️
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The best Transalp review so far!! Finally, somebody that understands what the Transalp is all about.. cheers
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Damo is versatile! Geologist, Transalpist, Historian. Great story telling.
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What a nice way to test this beautiful bike, thank you for the cinematic presentation it was a pleasure to watch. I had this bike on my mind for the last 3 years I now I still cannot believe that I own it, it's a real joy to ride it and I cannot wished more from it considering it's initial purpose: versatility, reliably and a bike that you can live with it for many years without thinking about something else. Greetings from Romania 👍
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Big thank you Damo. Your commitment to quality work and hard works shows in your final product! You set the standard!! And you are fun to be around..,
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Great review. I'm seeing more and more positive reviews on the Transalp praising it for doing what it was designed to do well.
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"Welcome back Transalp, we missed you" I loved that, it made me feel a nostalgic feeling maybe from 1988 when I first saw a Transalp in my life, here in the coast of Buenos Aires, Argentina , I was 14 years old and I thought I was seeing spaceships , amazing bikes now and then , thanks for the video .
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I have a 1990 Transalp with 240000 km on the dial. It is still an awesome ride that I would take almost anywhere.
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Amazing video and magnificent work. Thanks taking us on this journey through the outback. Almost felt like we were there, such a top shelf production. Go the Honda Transalp!
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Damo, this video is awesome. Amazing production, fantastic cinematography and beautiful narration. Your best yet. I really felt the spirit of the outback and its beautiful magnificence.
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Utterly magnificent and you summed up just why I’ve always loved Australasia and her people - you know no limits just living your lives to the full. You also proved all the naysayers wrong about the wonderful Transalp, those of us who know are the ones laughing with joy. I honestly have never enjoyed such a modern motorcycle epic on the scale you took on more and how you condensed/edited/shot those staggering panoramas emphasising just how gigantic Australia is in every direction. Just breathtakingly beautiful from start to finish. I will be heading back to Australia again one day just to ride as you have done.
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What a masterpiece!! Stunning video, lovely cinematography and editing, and honestly a great, thorough review. Very entertaining and amusing. Thank you!
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Beautiful video. Thank you. In the market for my next bike and this helped. Trying to decide between the Twin, this and a 901. You’re channel has been a huge help.
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What an incredible video! Thanks for showing us how the Transalp can be used. 👌
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Just outstanding. Great cinematography, wonderful dialogue, music that was astounding. A great heart felt movie that included an intelligent and thoughtful review. The outback looks amazing, and your introduction to it was greatly appreciated by this ol' Texan. Thank you for your excellent post. Perhaps I may get to see you on the road over there some day!
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Thanks guys, was waiting for this review. Booked mine just now. October delivery.
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Best video so far presenting the Transalp!! Now i do want one, thanks for an awesome video!
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The best Transalp video I have seen yet. This video really shows what the Transalp is all about. I just got mine last month. Thanks for the video.
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One of the best adventure videos I’ve seen on the tube 💪🏴👍 thanks for sharing
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Great video! Amazing visuals and good down-to-earth commentary!
