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Alpenüberquerung MTB

Sie sind ein begeisterter Mountainbiker und ein Alpencross steht ganz oben auf Ihrer To-do Liste? Dann sind Sie bei uns richtig. Wir blicken auf mittlerweile über 30 Jahre Erfahrung in Sachen Alpenüberquerung zurück und haben die schönsten Routen für Sie zusammengestellt. Von „Leicht“ bis „Schwer“, von eher entspannt bis anspruchsvoll. Egal, ob Sie lange, schweißtreibende Anstiege bevorzugen oder lieber mal bergauf in eine Gondel steigen wollen, ob Sie flowige Trails genießen wollen oder kernige Downhills – hier finden Sie Ihre passende Mountainbike-Transalp-Tour!

Transalp MTB: Leichtes Level

Sie haben Spaß am Mountainbike-Fahren und sind gerne in der Natur? Dann entdecken Sie unsere Alpenüberquerung mit dem Schwierigkeitsgrad Leicht. 

Transalp MTB: Mittleres Level

Sie suchen nach einer neuen sportlichen Herausforderung?  Dann werden Sie bei den Transalp-Touren mit dem Schwierigkeitsgrad “mittelschwer” fündig.

Transalp MTB: Schweres Level

Diese Touren sind ein Traum für jeden konditionsstarken, erfahrenen Mountainbiker! 

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Bei unseren Alpenüberquerungen mit MTB haben Sie die Wahl zwischen sechs verschiedenen Schwierigkeitsgraden. Diese basieren bei unseren Touren auf Kondition und Fahrtechnik sowie Länge der Radetappen, auf Höhenunterschieden und Wegbeschaffenheit.

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Der Klassiker: Füssen - Gardasee

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Der Partner/in oder ein Freund/in möchte Sie mit einem E-Mountainbike auf der Transalp begleiten?

Dann wählen Sie eine unserer   E-MTB & MTB Mixed-Transalp . Diese Touren sind für Freunde oder Partner konzipiert, die unterschiedlich "motorisiert" sind und die trotzdem gemeinsam eine Alpenüberquerung meistern wollen. Zusammen starten, zusammen biken, zusammen die Etappe beenden. Das gemeinsame Bike-Erlebnis steht im Vordergrund, deshalb gilt als oberste Regel auf solchen „gemischten“ Touren: Bleiben Sie kameradschaftlich! So haben Sie maximalen Fahrspaß.

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TOUR Transalp 2025

The most fascinating and spectacular road bike stage race in Europe for everyone! Spectacular routes, stunning mountain passes, famous stage locations, a professional event structure and participants from over 35 countries make this event a unique and unforgettable experience. Over the past 21 years, the TOUR Transalp has developed into the best-known and most sought-after cyclocross event for everyone. The fascinating crossing of the Alps is the absolute highlight for every amateur racing cyclist!

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• 7-day TOUR Transalp: Sunday, 15 June to Saturday, 21 June 2025
• 21st edition
• approx. 750 kilometres & 15,000 altitude metres with bucket list passes
• the most unique cycling race for everyone - now also with two new short distances
• NEW: 3-day Transalp Challenge : Sunday, 15 June to Tuesday, 18 June 2025
• NEW: 4-day Transalp Challenge : Wednesday, 18 June to Saturday, 21 June 2025
• Participation is possible as a team of two or as an individual starter
• Discounted starting places for youngsters under 23 years of age
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High alpine bikepacking transalpine route over the Ötztal Alps (route and all info)

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Unique nature in the Ötztal, a challenging trail and the crossing of the second highest mountain range in Austria, the Ötztal Alps , are offered on this Bikepacking Transalp route.

The Tyrolean Ötztal fully corresponds to the common cliché of high mountains, an enchanting mountain landscape including alpine panorama, pretty mountain farming villages and winter sports areas dominated by tourism. Where the valley ends, the Ötztal Alps rise. These are, after the Großglockner, the second highest mountains in Austria.

This article includes

✅ The complete Bikepacking Transalp route as komoot tour for download (below). ✅ The complete tour as YouTube video – right here next 😉 ✅ My complete tour report as a detailed route description and with lots of great photos.

Bikepacking Transalp – YouTube Video

The start is at the foot of the Ötztal: at the settlement Ötztal-Bahnhof. The route then takes you on and off the Ötztal cycle path through the green valley. Offered are grandiose scenery and sleepy mountain farming villages. Now and then the path leads into the terrain and onto technically demanding trails. The crowning glory is then the crossing of the Ötztal Alps with a really spectacular view over the mountain landscape.

The community of Sölden offers a particularly challenging mountain bike trail along the Ötztaler Ache (mountain river) – more about this below and on the linked komoot trail and also in the video. Many parts of the trail I could ride well on my gravel bike – FYI, I had my Bombtrack Beyond 1 with 2.1 inch wide tires included. Some of the sections I had to push and carry as well. Overall, the entire route is super suitable as a gravel bike tour.

Bikepacking Transalp Route

The Bikepacking Transalp Route is a 2 day tour. At the end of day 1 you reach the Hochjoch Hospiz. This mountain hut offers a perfect view over the Ötztal Alps. In summer, the hut is catered and sleeping facilities are offered. In winter there is still a winter shelter open.

Day 1: Ötztal Cycle Path incl. some gravel passages and a challenging trail in the community of Sölden. The ideal Gravel Bike Tour! Hike through the Rofental valley to the Schutzhütte Hochjoch Hospiz at 2413 meters.

The map of the Bikepacking Transalp Route shows you the whole two-day tour of the Transalp by bike. The interactive map can be zoomed and you can download the GPX file directly.

Day 2: The Ötztal bike path is long behind us 🙂 The crossing of the Ötztal Alps to just behind the Italian border (South Tyrol) to the Shelter Schöne Aussicht – Rifugio Bella Vista – this is on the agenda for day 2. From an altitude of 2413 metres, the challenge is to climb to an altitude of 2842 metres – in technically very demanding terrain. On day 2 there are first some tricky climbing passages a few hundred meters down to a mountain stream. After the mountain stream, the trail continues along the slope of the Rofenberg to the Schöne Aussicht shelter.

Bikepacking Transalp Route described in detail

Ötztal cycle path incl. gravel and trails.

The Bikepacking Transalp Route starts in the settlement Ötztal near Haiming (the Ötztal cycle path starts in Haiming). The ride on the Ötztal cycle path itself is approximately 52 kilometres long. This involves ascending from 663 metres in altitude to as much as 1360 metres in Sölden.

Highlights and stages on the Ötztal Cycle Path are the following communities:

Scenically, the Ötztal Cycle Path is beautiful: You get to know nature up close and personal and the ride is a superlative experience. All the way to Sölden you roll mainly on asphalt and gravel. The Ötztal cycle path with the route variants I have built in results in the ideal Gravel Bike Tour. There is also the one or other steep climb where pushing is most definitely required 😉 Even if the legs are strong enough: There are some steep climbs where the tires have no traction anymore.

In the community of Sölden there is then a turnoff onto a mountain bike trail, which should definitely be taken. It is a black mountain bike trail. That’s what it says on a sign just before the trail. Of course I rode exactly this trail and it is also part of the Bikepacking Transalp route, which you can find above on the map and as GPX file.

At Vent in the Ötztal the bike tour is over for the time being and it starts a mountain hiking tour through the Rofental. The mountain hike starts in Vent: first you leave the village in a southerly direction along a wide footpath.

Now you reach Rofen and are at the foot of the Rofnerschlucht gorge. There are some sturdy wooden fences here. There I recommend to connect the bike, do the hike and then return to the bike the next day.

Here already an impression of the Rofnerschlucht:

Hiking and crossing the Ötztal Alps

The moderately difficult hiking tour can be started from Vent at the edge of the Ötztal. The valley hike leads from Vent, through the impressive Rofner Gorge first to the Hochjoch Hospiz (2413 m) and then up to the Schöne Aussicht refuge (2842 m, Bella Vista).

Both refuges are catered for in summer and then also offer overnight accommodation. The Hochjoch Hospiz also has a winter shelter (in which I spent the night). Overnight accommodation at the refuge Schöne Aussicht in winter you please check yourself (Homepage Schöne Aussicht) .

Once you have arrived here, you have already crossed the border to Italy and are now in South Tyrol.

Safety note: I strongly recommend that you leave your bike here and chain it up. With the bike in the luggage the medium-difficulty hiking tour becomes a high-risk climbing tour , because: Along the Rofen valley, a narrow mountain path later leads towards the Italian border. First to the Hochjoch Hospitz refuge (still doable by bike but actually a hiking trail) and then to the Bellavista mountain refuge (very difficult to do by bike).

Exactly where the video begins is a good place to plug in your bike:

Bicycle connected? Good – off we go on the valley hike:

This part of the route surpasses the Ötztal in terms of natural impressions but is actually a pure hiking route. So please really leave the bike in Vent. One can then undertake a day hike first to the Hochjoch Hospitz and then to the Bella Vista refuge. Both huts offer overnight accommodation. When you arrive at the Bella Vista refuge right on the Italian border, you can hike back and pick up your bike again.

First you hike through the impressive Rofner Gorge. Then you reach the Hochjochhospiz at 2413 meters. Here you can enjoy the view, take a break or as I did, even spend the night. In summer, the Hochjochhospiz is catered for and in winter, at least, there is still an open winter shelter .

A steel cable is stretched here in several places and it’s really going downhill. Rumour has it that one or the other enduro rider has already raced down the mountain here (that’s what someone said in a YouTube comment – whether it’s true?) but the spot is really only something for the very daring experts and full professionals!

On foot and without a bike, the section is moderately difficult and you can hike down just fine – using the steel cable, of course.

From the Hochjochhospiz, the mountain trail leads into a valley: there, the Hintereisbach can be crossed via a bridge. Over numerous hairpin bends , you then climb again upwards on the hiking trail until you reach the Hochjochfernertal.

From here, the hiking trail leads along the slope of the Rofenberg. Almost straight ahead and steadily slightly ascending, the hiking trail leads in the direction of the Schutzhaus Schöne Aussicht at 2842 meters.

This section of the path on the slope is also moderately difficult and can be done well without a bike, if you are sure-footed and only carry a rucksack.

Having arrived at the Schöne Aussicht refuge, you are already in Italy. Here it is worth taking a break to enjoy the mountain panorama and to strengthen yourself at the catered hut. Please do not rely on the hospitality: In October, when I was there, the hut was still open and catered. It is possible that there will be no catering in the off-season.

Arrived at the highest point of the tour, there are several options:

• Turn around and hike back to Vent to retrieve the locked bike. This takes about 4 to 6 hours
• Take the cable car down into the valley
• Daredevils can hike or ski down to the valley. However, the ski trail is, once again, not an easy gravel bike tour. For the slope you should have at least plus tires on your bike. Only then could you go all the way down. Please be very careful here too!

Note: The last slope of the ski slope is extremely steep and also has very loose gravel underground. If you have made it up to here by bike, you should get off and push at the latest now. MTB tires with a width around 2.1 inches lose control on the loose ground.

Once you have reached the bottom, the tour can continue, for example, via: Schnalstal, Vinschgau, past Lake Reschen over the Reschen Pass, along the Inn River, via Landeck and then to Lake Constance.

So I wanted to continue the tour quite relaxed. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate at the beginning of October: In Italy it had continuous rain and it became very cold. Therefore I drove to Landeck and took the train home from there.

What do you think of the Bikepacking Transalp Route in this article? You have questions about the tour presented here? Write me your comment – I like to answer 😉

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Bike Transalp

Ehrwald, 14.07.2024 - 20.07.2024

The 26th Bike Transalp is the grand tour of mountain biking, traversing the Alps from Ehrwald in Tirol to Arco on the shores of Garda Lake in Italy in seven days.

This is a bike expedition over the Alps, the rooftop of Europe. Spectacular mountain bike trails, breathtaking vistas, amazing mountain passes, picturesque villages and towns and cyclists from over 40 countries create an exceptional atmosphere and make it a perennial favourite in the mountain bike world. The course crosses the Alps from north to south and totals 520 kilometers, and for most of it, 500 teams of two are either going up or coming down.

Total climbing is 16,000 meters, and riders can expect to cross one or more mountain passes each day, for seven days. In its 26th year in 2024, the race across mountainous terrain starts in Tirol, in Ehrwald at the heart of Zugspitz Arena. Day one brings riders to Imst. The route continues to Nauders and over the border to Reschensee Lake in Italy’s South Tyrol and along Bormio, Malé and Valle del Chiese to Arco on the shores of Garda Lake. The scenery is stunning, but it is the great feeling of achievement and the adrenaline that will be a long-lasting memory!  

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Heckmair Transalp – the original Alpine Crossing

Mountain Biking Collection by Holger S.

In 1990, Andi Heckmair and his friends dared to take on the adventure of crossing the Alps by mountain bike for the first time. The following year, they presented their ride to the general public in numerous magazines and even on television. Their journey became a sensation that kick-started a boom that continues to this day – something Andi and his buddies would have never expected. Andi Heckmair's original idea was to create an Alpine Crossing away from the well-known road passes. The result was an adventurous Alpine Crossing between Oberstdorf municipality and Lake Garda that is still a classic that inspires numerous mountain bikers year after year. With many pushing and hike-a-bike passages, it is not one of the flowiest trails, but you experience spectacular landscapes, technical downhills and real challenges tracing the tracks of those who realised a dream. In the years that followed, numerous routes were based on this original Transalp. The notorious and controversial long hike-a-bike passages like the one at Passo di Campo and lengthy road sections were improved upon. With the exception of a few minor changes, this Collection follows the original route of Andi Heckmair and the Transalp pioneers – rough edges included. Over the past 30 years, some routes have changed and the legality has become somewhat more complex over time. Cycling is now prohibited on some sections of the original route, for example. I’ve left information in the comments where this is the case. I only made adjustments where there are now good alternatives to avoid roads. Even though the infrastructure, equipment and information have advanced since Heckmair’s first Alpine Crossing, this Transalp is still an adventure for which you should prepare carefully. This is a physical and mental challenge. Ideally, you should already have experience riding multi-day Tours in alpine terrain. I don’t recommend the Heckmair Route as your first Transalp. The trails are technically and physically demanding and require a solid command of your mountain bike – plus a willingness to push your bike. The Tour is designed as a self-supported adventure for you and your rucksack. To be on the safe side, you should book accommodation in advance. After particularly strenuous stages, it’s nice not to have to spend a long time looking for a suitable hostel. Summer is the best time to travel. The passes are usually snow-free between July and mid-September. It’s easy to travel to Oberstdorf by train. If you are travelling by car, consider booking accommodation for the day you arrive and ask if there are parking facilities. Information on the official parking facilities for long-stay parking can be found here: oberstdorf.de/anreise-verkehr/parken.html . The return journey by train from Lake Garda to Oberstdorf is a little more complicated. From your destination at Lake Garda, first take the bus or a bike shuttle to the station in Rovereto. The Eurocity (EC Verona - Munich) runs to Munich central station via Innsbruck. However, you need to reserve a space for your bike. In summer, the spaces for bicycles are snapped up quickly. Alternatively, there are some connections with several changes. The numerous bus or taxi companies that specialise in return transfers for Transalp cyclists are the most comfortable way to return to your car in Oberstdorf or reach a convenient train station for your journey home.

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Ready to get going? Create and customize your own version of this adventure using the full Tour below as a template.

Last updated: May 31, 2024

Plan your own version of this adventure in the multi-day planner based on the stages suggested in this Collection.

Stage 1: Oberstdorf to Freiburger Hut – Heckmair Transalp

Stage 2: Freiburger Hut to Klosters – Heckmair Transalp

From the Freiburger Hütte you start on the second day with a great descent into the Klostertal to Dalaas. On the other side of the valley, it goes straight back up towards Kristbergsattel, where you reach the Montafon. There are no trail highlights on the second downhill of the day down to Schruns, but … read more

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Stage 3: Klosters to S-chanf – Heckmair Transalp

The third stage is certainly one of the most beautiful on the Heckmair Transalp. From Klosters it is initially relatively steep uphill. If you have stayed at Schlappinsee, you will be happy about the few kilometers to warm up. On the mountain bike route 631 you ride with the morning sun on your face … read more

Stage 4: S-chanf to Bormio – Heckmair Transalp

Mountain Festival. On the fourth day of your Heckmair Transalp you cross the main Alpine ridge and come from Switzerland through the Livigno customs area to Bormio in Italy.

Today, too, there are numerous wonderful landscape highlights on the program. But there is no free gift. From S-chanf you first … read more

Stage 5: Bormio to Edolo – Heckmair Transalp

The fifth stage on the original Heckmair Transalp is very road-heavy. For this reason, I have adapted the route a little more to the current needs of mountain bikers than on the previous stages. However, the basic route has not changed - the first half of the day is uphill, the second half downhill.

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Stage 6: Edolo to Pieve di Bono – Heckmair Transalp

This stage is difficult to understand for many bikers on the trail of Heckmair, despite the cool adventure factor. The four-hour push / carry route over the Passo di Campo is tough. Only a few meters of the hiking trail to the pass are mobile. For most bikers, this also applies to the downhill to Lago … read more

Stage 7: Pieve di Bono to Riva del Garda – Heckmair Transalp

With the Tremalzopass and the legendary panorama descent via Pregasina to Lake Garda, the last day is a sensational end to a dream come true.

From Pieve di Bono-Prezzo, after breakfast, you roll 15 kilometers following the course of the Chiese river to Storo. More than 1,500 meters of altitude are now … read more

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• Distance 249 mi
• Duration 42:15 h
• Elevation 44,100 ft 46,475 ft

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Transalp - The King of All Alpine Bike Tours

The dream of crossing the Alps by bike isn't just reserved for pro bikers thanks to the many possible routes. So should you consider when planning your Trans Alpine (Transalp) route? How do you prepare? And what do the pros say about preparing for a Transalp?

The Right Preparation for a Transalp

First off all, you need to find the route that's right for you. You need to evaluate your endurance, your riding technique, as well as your ability to navigate in the mountains. The classic beginner's Transalp is the " Via Claudia Augusta " from Ehrwald to Lago di Garda. It's only about 13,000 ft (4,000 m) vertical gain in seven days. Beginner bonus: pushing or carrying your bike isn't necessary.

If you want to really push the boat out, Deuter athlete and bike legend Hans "No Way" Rey suggests you try the route from Schwangau to Lago di Garda. It's considered one of the hardest routes with a vertical gain of almost 42,000 ft (13,500 m) and a raft of technically difficult parts.

There's no limit to the creativity and level of difficulty you can find when putting together a Transalp.

On this most important topic, Deuter athlete and bike-pro Gerhard Czerner says: "The base for navigation should always be a map. I'd never go on a bigger tour without one. It never runs out of batteries and never has technical problems. A GPS device makes things easier if used additionally since you don't have to stop to look at it all the time. It's important to practice using it, though. So use it at home, get to know it's peculiarities and functions so you know how to use it when you really have to."

It is also important to consider weather conditions. Bad weather can be a spanner in the works. Have a plan B. 

Training Your Little Heart Out

One thing is certain: even the easiest Transalp is impossible without prior training. You spend hours on your bike, you have to master difficult passages, and sometimes you have to push your bike. Once you get up higher it becomes more difficult. In addition, you can't compare biking in your average mountains to biking at high altitude. Train your stamina as well as your muscular endurance and work on your technique .

And don't forget your bottom. It needs to be hardened, too. Seriously, the strain on your bum with the backpack and long days in the saddle over uneven terrain are not to be underrated!

Czerner suggests: "The most important thing is to spend lots of hours in the saddle. Six hours on your bike is commonplace during a Transalp. Your body has to get used to that. You should complement your evening rounds with long tours on the weekends and spend two or three days in a row biking. That means cutting down on rest between your rides. When you're on your Transalp it's important to ride without going all-out as opposed to your evening rounds."

Gear – Lightweight and Functional

The most important thing here is your backpack . It should be lightweight without reducing comfort. You will have to wear it for days on end. Be sure it has a good and compact fit as well as a well-thought-out back system. The Deuter Trans Alpine backpack is a fine choice. Of course, we're a little biased, but the fact that bike pros like Andi Heckmair , the godfather and inventor of the Transalp, and Gerhard Czerner, bike pro and expedition biker, were involved in designing the Trans Alpine helps back up our claim.

You shouldn't exceed 17 lbs (8 kg) when packing your backpack. Choose light and functional clothes. It's also useful to attach your tools, spare parts and pump to the frame of your bike or to store them in the dedicated tool compartments of your backpack. A first-aid-kit is also mandatory in your baggage.

"As little as possible, as much as necessary." This saying isn't just a lame proverb but imperative when packing for your Transalp.

"What you'll need for your transalp is very individual," says Gerhard Czerner. "It depends on your route, the number of days and where you'll spend your nights. Even more important is your comfort level. What some see as "just fine" may be too cold, too wet, too uncomfortable for someone else."

Now what are you still doing here? Get out there and starting training! 

Check out some pro packing tips from Gerhard Czerner here:

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TOUR Transalp

Europe’s most popular and spectacular stage race for amateur cyclists is entering the 18th round: The TOUR Transalp 2020 leads from 21-27 June over seven stages across the Alps. For the first time the race will start in Bruneck (South Tyrol) – and end in Arco (north of Lake Garda) after 784 kilometres, 17,795 vertical metres and 17 mountain passes. Participants can expect new stage locations and famous passes as well as remote and bizarre routes that are hardly known. The registration for team and individual starters is open

Bielefeld, 7t h of December 2019. Seven days of sweating, cheering, fighting and nothing else to do than just one thing: cycling. TOUR Transalp stands for adventure, breaking your limits, team spirit and amazing landscapes. Up to 1000 men and women from more than 30 nations enter the adventure each year – traditionally in teams or since 2019 also as individual riders. For many road cyclists the TOUR Transalp is a life’s dream, others come back to the challenge year after year.

The TOUR Transalp is hosted by Europe’s lea ding road cycling magazine TOUR. For the 18t h time the route is leading crisscross through the Alps without any loss of attraction, because race manager Marc Schneider has designed a course that is really varied – both in terms of sport, landscape and culture. From Bruneck in the Pustertal the race takes off to St. Vigil, followed by the four new locations San Martino di Castrozza, Possagno, Asolo and Lavarone, before it continues to Kaltern and finally to the finish in Arco north of the famous Lake Garda.

Besides well-known passes such as the steep and spectacular Passo di Furcia and Dolomites highlights like Passo Valparola, Falzarego and Rolle, the TOUR Transalp 2020 is conjuring new routes out of a hat, leading the participants into hidden corners aside from highly frequented courses. Across small and inconspicuous passes like the Forcella Franche leading to Lago del Mis, the riders will get to explore new place s. Also at the famous Monte Grappa, there is still something new to dis cover: A panoramic side street that has never been part of the Transalp before is going up the mountain. Equally new is the great climb up to the high plateau between Monte Grappa and T rento. Not as new, but still an insider tip is the remote and curious San Boldo Pass with its tunnels blasted into the rock with hairpin turns or loops.

The entry fee for both team and solo riders is 999 euros. U23-riders only pay 799 euros and on top of that, they get free overnight stay in the Transalp Camp. The starter package covers benefits like professional time keeping, luggage transport, catering on the road, medical support, daily evening event, technical bike service, finisher jersey, medal and much more. About 150 organisers and volunteer s take care of a smooth running, so for seven days, the riders can feel like real pros.

Roadway support system on the entire route Start number set Professional timekeeping by way of transponders Precise roadbook incl. complete set of maps Professional daily evening event (Pasta-Party) with dinner Free catering per stage (fruits, sports drinks etc.) on at least 2 catering points on the route and another in the finish Technical services along the course and in the Finish area (spare parts have to be paid for) Big luggage bag Luggage transport service to the hotels, to indicated gathering places or to the Transalp-Camp Transportation of day bags from the start to the finish area Medical support before, during and after every stage Free parking on local parking lots for the during the whole event period High-quality finisher jersey,- medal, and –certificate (for official finishers) EXPO area in every stage location 

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2024 Honda Transalp 750: What to Expect

Until recently, the Honda Transalp had always been something of a unicorn in the US. You might see one pop up in the classifieds once in a blue moon, and if you’re really lucky you may even see a survivor out in the wild, but Big Red’s V-twin adventure bike never really caught on in the States as it did overseas.

Of course that all changed last October when Honda reintroduced the legendary badge with their latest middleweight, the Transalp XL750 adventure bike. An exciting time for Honda fans to say the least, and considering how well the Africa Twin has served us in recent years, we couldn't resist the urge to add a few Transalps to our South American rental fleet last year. 

"Views from the 2022 EICMA motorcycle convention, where the production Transalp was first teased in earnest."

So far, so good, as they say. We've been putting the new Transalp through its paces all over Argentina and Chile, and the bike's been a problem-free performer for months now.  

It's a great bike, but many prospective owners have been wondering just how the Honda Transalp fits in among such a competitive segment of bikes like the dirt-loving Yamaha Tenere 700 and fire-breathing KTM 890 Adventure R. Below we'll give you our take after a few months in the saddle, but before we get into the details, let's take a moment to appreciate how we got here. 

The History of the Honda Transalp

The Transalp traces its lineage back to 1983 and the introduction of a short-lived dual-sport called the Honda XLV-750R. The XLV was a bit of a singularity: From the outside it looked like an XR650L with an identity crisis, sporting big dirtbike styling, a V-twin engine, and a shaft final drive.

The model never made it into the States, but even in the European and Japanese markets it was built for, people didn’t know what to make of it.

Whether the XLV was ahead of its time or just a certified flop is tough to say (we would own one in a heartbeat), but for whatever reason the bike only saw three years of production and fewer than 10,000 total units built worldwide.

After seeing the lukewarm reception of the XLV play out, the decision was made to take the Transalp prototype back to the drawing board, and in 1986, a finished product was introduced to the public.

The new design leaned more clearly into the motorcycle’s intended touring bias, with a protective fairing, tall windshield, and more pillion-friendly seat. The machine was a hit in Europe, and in 1989 the decision was made to bring the Transalp to the US.

The American honeymoon was short-lived, as the Transalp was only sold here for two years (1989-1990). Honda continued to build and develop the Transalp overseas until 2012, but for the last decade, the badge hasn’t graced a gas tank anywhere in the world.

During that 26-year run, the Honda Transalp was known for two things: An extremely user-friendly and low-maintenance 52-degree V-twin engine, and serious touring prowess that wasn’t scared to tackle dirt roads when called upon.

Clearly the redesigned 2024 Honda Transalp 750 marks a clean break from the traditional mold, but as you’ll read below, a surprising amount of the Transalp’s lovable character remains intact.

2024 Honda Transalp Overview

If you’ve been following the middleweight adventure segment, chances are you’ve noticed a common theme in recent years: Develop a new 270-degree parallel twin engine, shoehorn it into a street bike, then tweak the formula for adventure use.

You’ve got Yamaha with Tenere/MT-07, Aprilia with the Tuareg/Tuono 660, and Suzuki even joined the party recently with the new V-Strom 800 and GSX-8S roadster models.

Honda is notoriously conservative and slow-moving when it comes to new designs, but in our experience, the all-new 755cc engine has been well worth the wait.

That’s because with 90 claimed peak horsepower, the new Transalp’s engine is an absolute riot in a middleweight adventure bike. Torque figures are similarly impressive as the Transalp's  55.3 claimed lb-ft outclasses everything in the segment save for the Suzuki V-stom 800's claimed 57.5 lb-ft.

The Honda Transalp 750’s new engine also benefits from a modern electronics suite. That includes the option of five available riding modes including standard, sport, rain, and gravel, as well as a fully customizable option similar to KTM’s “rally mode” on their ADV offerings.

The custom map, on the other hand, allows for a "dealer’s choice" between four available power maps, five levels of traction control, and three different engine braking levels.

Honda also includes ABS as standard on the new Transalp, with the option to disengage the rear wheel sensor on the fly for off-road use. We've also been loving the large full-color TFT display, which is bright enough to read easily in full daylight and benefits from one of the more user-friendly navigation layouts we've experienced to date. 

2024 Honda Transalp 750 Specs

MSRP: $9,999

• Engine: 4-valve Unicam 270-degree parallel twin
• Displacement: 755cc
• Bore x stroke: 87mm x 63.5mm
• Compression: 11.0:1
• Transmission: 6-speed manual
• Final drive: Chain
• Horsepower: 90.5 hp @ 9,500 rpm
• Torque: 55.3 lb-ft @ 7,250 rpm
• Redline: 10,000 rpm
• Fueling: Electronic injection
• Clutch: Wet/slipper assist

Chassis, Suspension, and Brakes

• Frame: Tubular steel
• Front suspension: Showa 43mm SFF-CA, preload adjustable
• Front travel: 7.9”
• Rear suspension: Showa remote reservoir, preload-adjustable
• Rear travel: 7.5”
• Front brakes: Dual Nissan 2-piston calipers, 310mm rotors
• Rear brakes: Single Nissan 1-piston caliper, 256mm rotor
• Wheels: 21/18”, wire spoke
• Tires: Metzler Karoo Street, 90/90-21 x 150/70-18

Dimensions/Capacities

• Rake: 27-degrees
• Trail: 4.4”
• Wheelbase: 61.4”
• Seat height: 33.5”
• Ground clearance: 8.3”
• Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
• Weight: 459 lbs (with fuel and fluids)

Our Take on the 2024 Honda Transalp 750

Honda's new Transalp finally hit US shoes last October after a lengthy teaser as a European-only model, and we're sure glad it did. Don't be fooled by this bike's shared underpinnings with the new CB750 Hornet: This is more than a parts bin special, and a damn fine ride for true 50/50 adventure riders. 

Honda has invested some serious money in their new middleweight platform, and considering the size and popularity of the middleweight adventure segment here in the States, bringing this one to market feels like a no-brainer.

With a few seasons of touring on the Transalp under our belt, we've got a few notes from the field we're ready to share. If you're considering buying or renting a Transalp yourself, here's what you've got to look forward to. 

• New engine boasts best-in-class power
• Finally gets a six-speed gearbox
• Modern electronics package
• Proper 21/18” spoked wheels
• Takes the Tenere's crown as the most affordable

For the most part, we're in agreement with the first Transalp reviews we read  coming out of Europe. Yes, it's a bit more road-biased than the Tenere and no, it doesn't do any one thing particularly well, but it's definitely not the typically "conservative" Honda many were expecting. 

The 755cc parallel twin engine in this thing is an absolute rocket, putting down serious giddyup from way down low all the way up to about 9,500rpm or so. Torque is substantial from as low as 3,000rpm, which means the XL750 is a good time whether you're chugging around a gear high or giving it absolute hell on a twisty backroad. 

"While the Transalp certainly has a pavement bias, it's no slouch off-road either."

And while the Transalp doesn't exactly deliver the same "big dirtbike" feeling as its big blue competitor, Honda didn't phone it in for the offroad stuff either. With proper 21"/18" spoked wheels, around 8" of suspension travel, and a well-balanced off-road mode that allows plenty of slip for those who want it, the Transalp is a willing companion on just about any dirt road. 

Speaking of off-road mode, the Transalp also benefits from a fully modern electronics suite, complete with four preset modes (sport, standard, rain, and gravel) as well as a fully customizable "user" mode that lets you choose your own adventure between power delivery, traction control, engine braking, and ABS.

We've typically reserved this mode for a "spicier" off-road option in ideal conditions, as having the full power of the motor with minimal intervention transforms the Transalp into a proper hooligan machine. 

Last but not least, we can't overstress the value we've found in this well-rounded middleweight. With the exception of simplicity and dirt-worthiness, we would argue that the Transalp outclasses the Tenere on every front for less money, especially if you're keen on a big TFT dash, a full electronics suite, and outstanding touring manners.  

• Can’t help but want a V-twin
• Suspension travel isn’t the best
• Adjustability limited to preload only
• Budget-focused styling, fit, and finish

While we understand the appeal and utility of a parallel twin, we can’t help being a little disappointed that Honda is discontinuing the V-twin Transalp. Since its inception in 1986, every Honda Transalp from the little XL400V up to the final XL700V has used a V-twin engine.

No, it wouldn’t make sense from a cost standpoint, and yes, there are some clear advantages to a parallel twin, but it still feels like a missed opportunity for Honda. Big Red has been struggling for some time to deliver something new and exciting, and a middle-weight V-twin with a 21” front and some retro-rally style seems like a chance worth taking.

As for practical complaints, our main gripes with the Transalp pretty much all stem from its off-road chops, which are sufficient but come up short compared to our favorite alternatives like the T7 or KTM 890 Adventure. 

Suspension travel and ground clearance are both adequate for adventure duty, but the Transalp's Showa suspension isn't particularly plush over bumpier or rockier terrain, especially at a more spirited pace. Unfortuantely there's also no adjustment on offer front or rear (save for preload), which means the Transalp's excellent character on pavement comes at the cost of off-road performance. 

Combine that with a healthy dose of generic black plastic bodywork and a parts-bin headlight pulled straight off the existing CB500 models, and you've got a bike that doesn't hide its built-to-a-budget bonafides. It's not an unattractive bike, but in our opinion it can't match the curb appeal of the T7, Tuareg, or 890. 

Final Thoughts On the 2024 Honda Transalp 750

The Honda Transalp has always been a reliable, low-maintenance, do-anything kind of bike since its inception. It’s also always had a pronounced pavement bias, and the new 2024 Transalp 750 carries on that tradition in both regards.

While we’re a little underwhelmed with the suspension components specced on the new Transalp, something had to give to bring it to market at a price like this. All things considered, the Honda is a ton of bike for the money, and an ideal adventure touring machine for those more interested in exploration than conquering technical terrain. 

Honda has been missing a proper middleweight adventure bike from their lineup for far too long, and the Transalp is an ideal stepping stone between the CRF300L Rally and the full-sized Africa Twin we all know and love.

Suspension can be upgraded or replaced fairly easily, but performance always comes at a premium, and aftermarket electronic aids are virtually non-existent, especially for adventure bikes.

→READ MORE: 2024 Yamaha Tenere 700 Review : The Good and the Bad and The Best Adventure Bikes on the Market in 2024

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• Find adventure at every turn
• Take pride in covering Moscow in record time
• Enjoy the icons in style
• Explore off the beaten path routes of Moscow
• Expert commentary as you travel around the city
• Test your nerve, driving on crazy Russian roads
• Get an Endorphin Rush
• Savour delicacies from different regions of Russia in a traditional restaurant

Only in Moscow for a short time and want to get the most out of the city and have fun? Then a 3-hour bike tour in Moscow is what you need! You won’t hear much about Russian history or become an expert on Russian art, but you will experience all the rest of Russian culture! This tour gives you a unique perspective of a little bit of everything in 3 or 5 hours: must-see tourist sights, local hangouts, Russian food, a glimpse of the modern Moscow life, amazing photo opportunities, a bit of Russian history, and a lot of fun!

This is a great opportunity to cut the usual all day tour down to only 3 or 5 hours and get the most out of the city while having fun and being fit in the greatest locations around Moscow!

A bike trip is sure to capture your heart. It enables you to see the heart of Moscow within the Boulevard Ring and to explore some non-touristic areas of the city, to get an image of the city centre and to work out at the same time.

Our tours differ and depend on whether you are interested in city scenery or nature-like landscape. A variety of places in Moscow are great for riding a bike: these are large parks, yards with old mansions, and historical streets in the centre.

Let’s see what’s waiting for you!

Here are 4 suggested itineraries for a 3-hour tour:.

Moscow Bike Route #1

St. Basil's Cathedral, GUM, Kazan Cathedral, State Historical Museum and Lenin's Mausoleum

Revolution Square and Theatrical Square

Bolshoy Theatre, Metropol Hotel, Chinese Wall, State Duma of Moscow

Alexander Garden

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, fountains, the Grotto, Central Exhibition center, Kutafya tower, Kremlin wall and towers

Historic City Center

Tverskaya street with its beautiful historical architecture, China town (Kitai-gorod), an old historical area of Moscow

Beautiful  City bridge  leading to  Gorky Park  with scenic views of  Christ the Savior  cathedral and the Moscow River. Explore all the beauties riding a bike along the riverside pathways.

Sculpture Park

Peaceful  Crimean embankment  is one of the quietest area of Moscow city with painters' works at the  Vernisage , close proximity to new  Tretyakov Gallery  and good views of  Christ the Savior Cathedral ,  Peter the Great  monument and the Crimean bridge.

Delicious lunch at a café/restaurant

Arbat street + Stalin Skyscraper

The  Arbat  has existed since at least the 15th century and is proud of being the oldest surviving street of the Russian capital. Nowadays, it is now an entertainment and event mecca for Muscovites and tourists alike.

Victory park

Get thrilled with 142 metres  Obelisk  and  Victory Park museum , which is an open-air museum dedicated to the Russian victory of 1945, built in 1995 to celebrate 50 years of victory

Moscow Bike Route #2

Pyatnitskaya street - the Tretyakov Gallery - Luzhkov Bridge - the Cathedral of Christ the Savior - the Gogolevsky Boulevard - the Nikitsky Boulevard - the Tverskoy boulevard - Teatralnaya street - the Bolshoi Theatre – the Kitai - Gorod - Red Square and GUM store - the Bolshoi Moskvoretsky Bridge

This route is the best one if you want to see the heart of Moscow. It goes right through the major places of interest and touches upon the most exciting and vibrant areas of Moscow such as part of the Boulevard Ring, which is absolutely loved by everyone.

Cozy streets of Zamoskvorechye will never leave you indifferent. This district has a long and vivid history and is full of old baroque houses along with Stalinist buildings. It includes three theatres, three museums and sixteen churches.

Back in the 18 th century Zamoskvorechye was known as a quiet, country-like land of single-storey houses and conservative businessmen. It remained country-like and is much more filled with business than before, as this area is just right in the city centre.

You’ll learn:

• what was previously on the site of the Novokuznetskaya metro-station;
• names of four abandoned metro stations and how to find these stations;
• what is the oldest bridge among all the bridges in Moscow;
• how old was Pavel Tretyakov when he decided to collect paintings, that are now exhibited in the Tretyakov gallery;
• what does the real form of the Boulevard Ring in Moscow look like;
• what tricks did the Russian government used to save the houses and buildings from bombing during the World War II;
• what unofficial name the Bolshoi Moskvoretsky bridge has

Moscow Bike Route #3

View over the Kremlin - The Luzhkov Bridge –  The Strelka Institute –  The Muzeon Park –  The Gorky Park –  Neskuchny Garden –  Sparrow Hills –  The Luzhniki Stadium -  Novodevichy Convent – The Arbat Street – The Gogolevsky boulevard - The Cathedral of Christ the Savior –  The Bolotnaya Square

This route includes the most popular city-sights and goes along the Moskva-River. It starts with an observation point, from which you may enjoy the view over the Kremlin, and covers all the most beautiful green areas of Moscow. Historical sites are included into the route so you can feel the historical vibes of ancient Moscow.

• where is hidden an island Moscow;
• where in Moscow you can get printed music of the most sweet masterpieces like “Chocolate waltz” and “Cake-gallop” along with a box of chocolates of the 18 th century;
• why the Luzhkov bridge is also called “the bridge of kisses”;
• the place where the famous Olympic symbol – the Olympic Bear of the Olympics-1980 was flown from;
• the stage where Rolling Stones and Madonna performed when they came to Moscow;
• why the Krymsky bridge was Stalin’s favourite bridge and what musical instrument it represents;
• where living statues in Moscow could be found in 1740s;
• myths and legends about inhabitants of the main building of Moscow State University;
• story about why Sparrow Hills were called that way;
• how Napoleon was cheated when he was going to burn down the Novodevichy convent;
• what was supposed to be on the site where the Cathedral of Christ the Savior is now;
• why Moscow was nearly burnt down in the 15 th century and which role the Arbat street played in it.

Moscow Bike Route #4

Starting with wide area of the VDNKh, you are to learn interesting and fun facts about this spectacular part of Moscow.

• where is a hidden the secret bunker under Moscow (and no, it’s not a famous Bunker 42 everybody knows about;
• why the number of golden statues at the fountain is more than the number of Soviet republics, although it is said to correspond them;
• why one of the Stalin statues was called “matryoshka” (Russian doll);
• what was Picasso’s favourite statue at the exhibition in Paris in 1937.

You’ll see:

• the world’s first light-music fountain that was built in 1950-1954;
• pavilions that symbolize Soviet republics;
• the Botanic garden which is twice as big as the Principality of Monaco;
• the largest green-house in Europe (for the opening day in 1945);
• English garden at the Ostankino mansion;
• Ostankino Tower, one of the tallest structures in Europe;
• the most beautiful flowers in hidden places of the parks.

Biking through VDNKh, Botanic garden and the territory of the Ostankino park will definitely be appreciated by nature-lovers and all those who are keen on speed, who knows no limits and want to explore off the beaten path of Moscow.

We can customize your bike adventure to meet your individual interests.

Our bicycle tour in Moscow gives you a chance to have a s pectacular ride  with  wonderful photo opportunities  and an  unforgettable cultural experience!

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow
• + Private & customized tour
• + An exciting tour, not just boring history lessons
• + An authentic experience of local life
• + Flexibility during the tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri)
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow

*This tour can be modified to meet your preferences

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Show us your TransAlp modifications!

Discussion in ' Japanese polycylindered adventure bikes ' started by modrover , Apr 13, 2004 .

Transalp Jas Been here awhile

Thunder Dan said: I think Touratech used to make a universal one? Not sure about price though.. Cheers, Dan. Click to expand...

alainmax ca vaut le detour !!

Michelangelo said: Ideas to increase my air bubble when behind my Zero Gravity windscreen? Right now the wind hits me at my chin and at freeway speeds is quite annoying and pulls me off the bike. I'm wondering how I can get a little more windshield coverage without buying a brand new windshield? I was thinking some sort of cheap mod touring screen add-on lip could be had? Ideas? Click to expand...

Michelangelo 2 wheel rider...anytime..

Interesting, do you have pics of that spoiler installed on your bike? How long have you had it and is it sturdy? How does it install?

Michelangelo said: Interesting, do you have pics of that spoiler installed on your bike? How long have you had it and is it sturdy? How does it install? Click to expand...

Belgian Waffles Been here awhile

alainmax said: here , check this spoiler, we have two of them and lov'em : http://www.htr.com.pl/ 110 slotys ( 35 USD), very nice guy to deal with , talk to KUBA . I have the 12cm one, enough on stock screen for AT and Givi on TA I' m 5'11 Click to expand...

Great pics. much appreciated.

A nice spin to the top of the Kennecott copper mine here in Utah today. Great day for a ride. Did a little stint on my Buell S-1W and my Transalp.

locorider Loco, pero no estúpido!

Hum....I like your idea!!! Belgian Waffles said: Fixed. And I couldnt resist showing off my lights BW Click to expand...

Thunder Dan I don't like wallabies...

G'day Guys, Well, I&#8217;ve finally got the TransAlp tuned up & running with the 520 Sprocket & Chain set. It all started after the Byrock Meeting in April. The new set up was using a heap of fuel, or so I thought. I booked in for a Dyno Test to see what was going on. 1<SUP>st</SUP> Run &#8211; Brown Curve : As you can see, the power & torque curves are ok. However the Air / Fuel graph is very poor, bottoming out at 10.3:1. The computer didn&#8217;t read any lower! This test had the exhaust probe down the exhaust can. Also, I still had the stock air filter installed. Jamie recommended fitting a Dyno Jet kit (for the TA600 &#8217;89 &#8211; &#8217;90) & maybe trying the TA650 spec Carb slide springs. Going a step further I thought I&#8217;d buy new springs. It turns out the new TA600 springs (16050-MM9-000) were now much shorter, though the coil cross section was thicker & stiffer. The new TA650 springs has updated the part numbers twice to the now current 16050-MCB-611. See below: Above: LHS updated 1988 TA600 springs. RHS is updated 2003 TA650 springs. By feel (not quantified with any test..) the updated TA650 springs feel a little stiffer than the original TA650 springs. Jamie also recommended that to get the best results, it would be best to test each cylinder individually. I drilled a hole in each header pipe, approx 6&#8221; (150mm) from the exhaust port. I got a steel fabrication business to Stainless TIG Weld on an M8 Stainless nut over each hole. I plugged these up with M8 Button Head bolts & copper washers: The next thing was to get these little adapters made up so the gas line could be plugged up: After installing the Dyno Jet Kit & heavier CV Slide Springs, I headed back to get the sucker dialed in. It took about 7-8 runs to get this right (damn I got quick at removing & installing the carb&#8217;s&#8230 . Each cylinder is set up as follows: 2<SUP>nd</SUP> Run, Front Cylinder, Blue Curve &#8211; <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com ffice ffice" /><o ></o > - #40 Pilots; - DynoJet Needle Kit; Enlarged Air Bleed Holes in Slides; & Clip Position #2; - Original spec 2003 XL650V Slide Spring; - Front Main Jet #125. 2<SUP>nd</SUP> Run, Rear Cylinder, Green Curve &#8211; <o ></o > - #40 Pilots; - DynoJet Needle Kit; Enlarged Air Bleed Holes in Slides; & Clip Position #2; - Original spec 2003 XL650V Slide Spring; - Front Main Jet #128. By getting the fuel mixture into the nominal range, resulted in a 2 hp gain on the rear wheel. Less fuel fuel & more power! The other problem to overcome was the chain loading up on the swing arm pivot hitch. I was not able to locally source a 16/51 sprocket combination in 525 profile. However, Australian manufacturer &#8216;The Chain Gang&#8217; came up with the following package: Though Paul&#8217;s expertise & me doodling around at the local dealer measuring new sprockets with a set of verniers, we came up with: - 520 RK GXW Race Chain; - 16T 520 Front sprocket pattern from Honda XR650R (sprocket code MBN); & - 51T 520 Rear sprocket pattern from Yamaha WR450F (sprocket code 428), with mounting holes enlarged from 8mm to 10mm. Chain Gang sprockets are considerably harder than OEM. Fitted, the combination yielded the following results: Above: Still a slight amount of chain deflection with the suspension at full extension. Above: RED Arrow , 16T Front sprocket clearance to gear selector shaft; Blue Arrow , 1 x 6mm washer fitted between keeper plate & sprocket on both bolts to space sprocket 'inwards'. This was to help with alignment. the 520 sprockets are 6.0mm thick. 525's are 7.5mm thick. By going to the 520, the sprocket centres have moved away from each other slightly. Above: Chain running straight with normal luggage & passenger load. (NOTE: I also fitted new upper & lower chain guides, so naturally the new chain will cut a track into these). 3<SUP>rd</SUP> & Final Dyno Run, Red Curve &#8211; Almost another 2hp pick up on the rear wheel by going back from 525 grade 15T/47T to 520 grade 16T/51T. GRAPH 1 &#8211; Power & Mixture. GRAPH 2 &#8211; Power & Torque. On highway the new gearing works out at approximately 4600rpm at 100km/h (60mph). All the dyno tests were carried out using 91 octane, 10% ethanol fuel. Premium 98 octane might produce a better result, but realistically, I don&#8217;t run 95 &#8211; 98 fuel all the time. The bike is running the modified Remus exhaust, 2 stage foam filter & the DynoJet kit to dial in the fuel mixture. Overall, I spent about $500.00 (Aus) on labour, and approximately another $100.00 (Aus) on parts. It&#8217;ll take a little while to recoup this cost in fuel savings. The other benefit is less fuel burn by the engine & consequent internal component wear & tear. The other positive outcome, moving forward, is the use of good quality 520 chain & sprockets is significantly cheaper than good quality 525 equivalents. Dyno tuning was carried out by Jamie Stauffer. He has a bike dyno in Maitland, NSW, Australia. It is part of Dr. Maks Engines. Negatives? I&#8217;ve now got spare (new) stock needles & slide springs I&#8217;ll get not use from. Also, next time I'll be inclined to try a 16T / 52T conbination. There was still enough length in the 124 Links. The 16T / 51T is ok, I'm just now curious as to whether a 52T rear might be better? Also, the graphs are indicating a bit of a flat spot at 3500 rpm. I cannot feel this on the road, so I haven't worried about it. I took a bit of a video, which can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8fSo_zRwAk or viewed below: <OBJECT width=660 height=525> &ampampnbsp &ampampnbsp <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/s8fSo_zRwAk&hl=en_US&fs=1?rel=0&color1=0x006699&color2=0x54abd6&border=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="660" height="525"></embed></OBJECT> Cheers, Dan.

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Superb report on your dyno test but I don't see how changing gearing and chain size could make any HP difference at the rear wheel?

Jim Rowley Rise above

I think Dan wanted to lower fuel consumption with the gear ratio change. Plus a 520 chain is lighter than a 525.

Ladder106 It's a short cut, really

By the end of the day today......I'm just about finished. Another Transalp wearing an AT T-shirt. Runs great - all the body work is lined up, fuel lines plumbed....nothing leaks Crashbars tomorrow and some short test rides. Then add some graphpics.....it's a bit on the "too-red" side....if that's possible. This color HATES my camera flash. I'll try more photos outside tomorrow but I hafta mow the lawn first. Last time I shot photos with an unkempt yard, the ADV garden club flamed me for days. All we've got to do then is load 'em up and head NORTH

mas335 said: Superb report on your dyno test but I don't see how changing gearing and chain size could make any HP difference at the rear wheel? Click to expand...

Looks great Ray! Some graphics and you are done!!! Great job!!!! Now it needs to be ridden....have fun amigo! Ladder106 said: By the end of the day today......I'm just about finished. Another Transalp wearing an AT T-shirt. Runs great - all the body work is lined up, fuel lines plumbed....nothing leaks Crashbars tomorrow and some short test rides. Then add some graphpics.....it's a bit on the "too-red" side....if that's possible. This color HATES my camera flash. I'll try more photos outside tomorrow but I hafta mow the lawn first. Last time I shot photos with an unkempt yard, the ADV garden club flamed me for days. All we've got to do then is load 'em up and head NORTH Click to expand...

Thunder Dan said: G'day Mark, You're right, the gearing ratio shouldn't make much difference to the power. The gain was made by raising the chain 'running' height. I was getting quite a bit of drag across the swing arm pivot. The drag was acting as a parasitic load to the engine. I've just tried to lessen the drag. Also, 520 being lighter, requires less horsepower to staighten out. Ie, it absorbs less power. It just means you lose less power through the drivetrain. Originally, the intent was to improve the fuel economy by getting the carburettors tuned to suit the TA650 engine. I just turned out that the dyno was a good place to test the benefit of the lighter chain & lessening the load at the pivot point. Someone with standard height suspension (ie, no drag across the pivot) on there TA wouldn't need to increase both the sprocket sizes. However, there would be benefits in running good quality 520 chain & sprockets. (Better power transmission & lower cost). Does that help explain it a bit better? Cheers, Dan. Click to expand...

Ladder106 said: By the end of the day today......I'm just about finished. Another Transalp wearing an AT T-shirt. Runs great - all the body work is lined up, fuel lines plumbed....nothing leaks Crashbars tomorrow and some short test rides. Then add some graphpics.....it's a bit on the "too-red" side....if that's possible. This color HATES my camera flash. I'll try more photos outside tomorrow but I hafta mow the lawn first. Last time I shot photos with an unkempt yard, the ADV garden club flamed me for days. All we've got to do then is load 'em up and head NORTH Click to expand...

Ladder106 said: I'll try more photos outside tomorrow but I hafta mow the lawn first. Last time I shot photos with an unkempt yard, the ADV garden club flamed me for days. Click to expand...

Dudley Long timer

I'm leaving on the July 18th for my 1st long trip riding my '89 Transalp. I mounted a new set of Avon Gripsters, changed the oil & filter, repaired the Scottoiler and I'm looking forward to a trouble free ride. My good friend Greg and I are riding from MPLS to the Int'l Norton Owners Rally in British Columbia. Greg will be riding his 1970 Norton Commando. We plan on riding North to Winnipeg then West on secondary roads. After the rally we will ride to Leavenworth, WA to visit two of my sons then Greg will ride home and I'll ride to Stevenson, WA for the Maxi Scoot Rally where I'll be doing Kymco demos. Then home on the back roads I figure I'll be out just under three weeks. Dudley

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Have a safe trip and take some cool pics to show us when you return

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I haven't ridden Nell for quite a while. Went to start her up and a no go. Battery was low, so I do the charge thing. Next day, still reluctant, but finally takes off. Tach flailing about and a serious miss. Guess I'm tinkering with the CDI's before I go for a ride.

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Aug 22 - 25, 2024

Transalp Riva – From the Zugspitze to Lake Garda 6 stages – 350 km – 5200 m elevation gain – Level 2

• The Zugspitze Starting at Germany's highest mountain, arrival at Lake Garda
• Via Claudia Ride along the historic Romans roads
• Perfect start This tour offers the perfect mix of sports and enjoyment

First day – Arriving at Biberwier

You'll receive all travel documents about 14 days before departure. They contain the exact hotel address and further information. Please arrive by about 6:00 p.m. You'll meet your group and the guide. After discussing the tour, the group will go to dinner together.

Second day – From Biberwier to Imst/Pitztal – 40 km, 800 m elevation gain

With the mighty massif of the Zugspitze at our backs, our starting point is the first highlight. On lonely roads we'll climb the Fern Pass and roll by the crystal blue waters of Lake Fernstein with its romantic castle. Alpine landscape straight out of a picture book. We arrive and stay over night in Imst or in the Pitztal valley.

Third day – From Imst/Pitztal to Lafairs – 37 km, 850 m elevation gain

The main Alpine ridge is practically within reach. We'll have a great view of the Ötztal Alps and then we'll enjoy the fast downhill ride to the ice-blue Inn river. We'll reach Lafairs on an old Roman road. Relaxation in the sauna.

Fourth day – From Lafairs to the Vinschgau – 81 km, 940 m elevation gain

Even the Romans had respect for the Finstermünz Gorge, which is like an insurmountable bar blocking access to the Reschen Pass. Our mountain bikes master this challenge with flying colors and then Lake Reschensee lies at our feet. Mount Ortler's eternal ice within view, we'll zoom down into the Vinschgau Valley. Lovely South Tyrol - here we come!

Fifth day – From Vinschgau to Nals – 58 km, 720 m elevation gain

A day for the senses. With a friendly "hello", we'll pass Reinhold Messner's castle and enjoy cappuccino in legendary Merano. The typical lunch break will be in a Buschenschänke (mixture of restaurant and tavern) serving homemade elderberry juice and tasty bacon. Today's destination is the wine-growing town Nals in the Appiano municipality. We'll relax in our hotel spa.

Sixth day – From Nals to Trento – 74 km, 990 m elevation gain

Vineyards, Lake Kaltern and the view of the white Dolomites characterize our eventful day today. In the afternoon, we'll whiz down along the Adige river towards Trento, where the Counter-Reformation started. There will be plenty of time for shopping or excursions.

Seventh day – From Trento to Riva / Torbole – 58 km, 930 m elevation gain

Lake Garda is right around the corner! We'll pass quaint villages and admire the climbing acrobats in the wild Sarca Valley. Italy envelops us. Arrival at the mecca of mountain bikers. We'll enjoy a multi-course farewell dinner together.

Eighth day – Departure

After breakfast, the bikes are loaded onto the bus. Return trip by bus back to Biberwier. Upon arrival in Biberwier, everyone travels home individually.

My tip for Transalp Riva

„ALPS is particularly proud of this tour. Although we initially called it 'Transalp light', it is anything but a tour with reduced content. Even experienced mountain bikers are absolutely delighted over and over again. This tour succeeds in bridging the gap between a great mountain bike experience and pleasurable cycling adventure. So it includes something for everyone. Even though I've ridden it more than 30 times, I still look forward to each new tour. Because there are always particularly nice people on this ride.“ Anne Kerz , ALPS bike guide for the Transalp Riva.

Travel information

Arrival: Arrival by car or train to Biberwier/Austria.

Type of route: Forest and bike paths, asphalt side roads, short trail passages.

Daily distance: 720-990 m elevation gain, 37-81 kilometers

Total distance: 5200 m elevation gain, 350 kilometers

Included in the price: Guided tour with 7 overnight stays and half board (breakfast buffet, multi-course dinner menus, farewell menu) in good 3 or 4-star hotels, often with a spa, in a double room. Luggage transport, return transfer in a comfortable bus.

Minimum number of participants: 8 people

Single Room Supplement: optional € 190

Single room note: On selected dates (10.08.2024, 11.08.2024, 17.08.2024 & 18.08.2024) there are no single rooms for an overnight stay in Morter – Hotel Krone. Here you will be accommodated in a double room.

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Travel dates 2024.

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• 29.06. to 06.07.2024

This date is solely for E-Mountainbikers. All details can be found in our exclusive E-Bike brochure and on our own Internet Webpage. For our E-MTB tours all participants must be familiar with their E-Bikes. Further information under www.go-ebike.de "> E-MTB only

• 01.06. to 08.06.2024
• 30.06. to 07.07.2024
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• 20.07. to 27.07.2024
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• 31.08. to 07.09.2024 *
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• 11.08. to 18.08.2024
• 18.08. to 25.08.2024
• 25.08. to 01.09.2024
• 01.09. to 08.09.2024

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Anja Quiskamp Tour guide

Anja is an experienced guide and has already led MTB tours in Mallorca, Sicily, Tuscany and on the lyrical coast of Turkey. But in her opinion, these sunny destinations cannot compete with the Alps. Anja prefers to ride across the Alps. To live this out, she has currently given up her job as a social pedagogue. In winter, she lives in Switzerland, is a ski instructor and also runs a small sports hotel.

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Space Exploration by Bike - The Tour of the Moon

John waechter | aug 20, 2024.

Limited to 2,200 participants, the Tour of the Moon is a unique road cycling race that highlights the beautiful American West. The event takes place in Colorado National Monument, and the surrounding areas of Fruita, Colorado – starting and finishing at the Grand Junction Convention Center in downtown Grand Junction.  The race boasts Space Exploration by Bicycle , as the event showcases the Colorado National Monument and its towering sheer-walled rock,  deep canyons and breathtaking ‘ moon-like ’ features. The 2024 race takes place on Saturday, September 14. Register here at Bicycle Colorado. This races presents inspiring panoramas, competitive cycling, great support, and entertaining events before and after the riding.

This Tour of the Moon embodies serious bike racing and Hollywood DNA. It was featured in the Coors Classic bike race, and in the iconic cycling movie American Flyers starring Kevin Kostner. The Coors Classic ( 1980–1988 ) was a stage-race sponsored by the Coors Brewing Company. Over the years, the Coors Classic became America's national tour, listed as the fourth largest bike race in the world after the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and the Vuelta a Esapana. The Coors Classic launched the careers of some of the world's greatest cyclists and paved the way for the sport's growth in the U.S. While the Coors Classic is long gone, the Tour of the Moon provides a distant link and tie to history. Its legacy continues as one of the premier road cycling events in the western United States.

The Tour of the Moon provides tow course options , a 41-mile loop (Classic Loop) back to Grand Junction, or a 64-mile route (Metric Century) that weaves through the surrounding areas of Fruita. Both courses begin along spectacular 33-mile Rimrock Drive ride through the Colorado National Monument. This is a moderately difficult ride, which rises to 6,640 ft.  The route includes steep climbs carved into sandstone walls, winding canyon rims, pinyon and juniper forests, and views of red rock monoliths and the Grand Valley. From Rimrock Drive the two courses divide.  A portion of registration fees support One Riverfront and Bicycle Colorado.

One RiverFront Foundation is the volunteer board that works collaboratively with partners to foster community stewardship and enhance the Colorado and Gunnison River corridors. Described as a string of pearls the community amenities of the corridor is comprised of county lands, city parks, state parks/wildlife areas and even private lands with special easements to allow public access to the trail system. Their Vision: A Colorado River system that is a centerpiece of the Grand Valley for ecologic, economic, cultural, and recreational values.

Bicycle Colorado is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in Denver. Their mission is to advocate for all people who ride bikes. They envision a Colorado where all people and communities benefit from safe and accessible bicycling

JOHN WAECHTER

John Waechter reached the summit of Mt. Everest (29,029 ft.) on May 25th, 2001. With the ascent of Mt. Everest, he successfully completed climbing the highest peak on each of the world’s seven continents, becoming the 58th person to conquer the Seven Summits. John continues to climb and enjoys other outdoor pursuits including road and gravel biking, running, and hiking. He covers climbing expeditions throughout the world, as well as other extreme adventures. John is the co-author of ‘Conquering The Seven Summits of Sales, published by HarperCollins. This book explores business sales practices and peak performance, while weaving in climbing metaphors and experiences. John graduated from Whitman College and received an MBA from the University of Washington. John serves on the Board of Directors at Seattle Bank, and SHWorldwide, LLC.

Tour de Buckeye Lake sees biggest turnout in cycling event history

Cyclists from across Ohio and beyond took to the trails and country roads around Buckeye Lake this past weekend. With over 800 participants, this year’s Tour de Buckeye Lake was the event’s largest since it began eight years ago.

Riders followed one of three routes (11-, 28- or 62-miles) which started and ended in the lakeside town of Millersport at the Lions Club Sweetcorn Festival grounds. Leisure riders followed the Buckeye Lake Dam trail, while more challenging routes took cyclists along the lake, into the picturesque countryside, and through beautiful Dawes Arboretum in Newark. The post-ride celebration featured local musicians, food trucks, raffles, a cycling expo, and exhibits.

Proceeds of the Tour go toward efforts to develop a multi-use trail around Buckeye Lake, spearheaded by Bike Buckeye Lake, a 501(c)(3) volunteer-run organization. Progress toward this goal was on display at the Tour where a ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opened the Buckeye Lake Trail. Newly installed wayfinding and regulatory signage identifies the Trail and provides reminders of the rules of the road.

The organization’s vision is for a multi-purpose trail to completely encircle Buckeye Lake. Currently, 5.2 miles of multi-purpose trails go around the lake, with another 22 miles following surface streets. The Trail travels through three counties (Licking, Fairfield and Perry), four townships (Licking, Thorn, Union, Walnut), two villages (Millersport, Buckeye Lake Village) and the area of Thornport.

In addition to the Tour cycling event, Bike Buckeye Lake also organizes two events that support children in the communities in the lake region. Through the generosity of donors, the group’s annual Christmas Bike Drive has given over 1000 bikes and helmets to economically disadvantaged children. The group also kicked off its inaugural Buckeye Lake Tri-County Kids’ Bike Safety Rodeo in May where children guided their bikes through a course of 13 stations designed to address specific bike handling and safety issues.

For more information about these events, visit bikebuckeyelake.org.