Twins tweaked! Honda's Transalp and Hornet 750 get subtle styling changes and tech upgrades for 2025

Honda have continued their onslaught of 2025 new metal with the reveal of an updated CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp – both receiving subtle tweaks to their front end looks, plus gentle technology updates.

Revealed as part of the Japanese brand’s presentation at the 2024 Eicma trade show in Milan, the pair continue to use Honda’s eager 8v SOHC 755cc parallel twin engine available in either a full power, or restricted A2 licence setting.

Starting with the adventure-focussed Transalp adventure bike, the model continues to produce a claimed 90.5bhp at 55.4lb.ft of torque – delivered via a suite of optional riding modes and looked after via interventions including traction and wheelie control.

Although the styling tweaks are subtle, the old headlight has been switched for a more powerful dual LED projector set-up instead. This is paired with a new Durabio front screen with a reprofiled surface said to air airflow around the rider’s body – reducing fatigue over distance.

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Housed behind that screen comes a fresh five-inch TFT dash with smartphone connectivity via Honda RoadSync. This is controlled by new backlit four-way toggle switch on the left handlebar, with auto-cancelling indicators also chucked in for good measure.

Moving onto the naked Hornet, the new look is more obvious, with the new front LED projector headlight giving an appearance similar to mid to late noughties nakeds, such as Kawasaki’s Z750.

Like the XL750, There’s a claimed 90.5bhp and 55.4lb.ft of torque on tap, with new suspension damping settings added in a bid to increase the contact patch of the front tyre for an aimed sportier ride.

Also shared with the adventure sibling is self-cancelling indicators, and flashing hazards under heavy braking. Behind a new cockpit cowling sits a five-inch TFT display too – again with smartphone compatibility. Prices of both models remain to be seen.

Watch: Honda CB750 Hornet review video