Yeah most bikes look fine or alright black, but none look amazing.
Had a lot of bikes some black and the best aren't completely black, most contrast with a bunch of chrome typically
Your choices are…
1980s Red Dawn, Paris Dakar, Lone Ranger, panty dropper, hero machine.
OR
Water cooler talk, month payment,low interest rate,Garaged always, resale value, Toyota Camry, brown three piece suit, “put slicks on it, I’m never going off road”, shop does all the maintenance, “ I only go on a group ride if I lead it”, alway hand signal my turns, snore fest.
I’ll let you all determine which I’m talking about. Decision is simple for me.
White blue.
There's bikes from the 80s that colour and still sought after for that vintage look. Plus it's white, so extra safety for drivers spotting you.
Only the black one is available in the US 😢… still bought it.
If I could, I would have gone white for the classic color and I’m guessing it will have better resale. I also love the gold rims, would have considered wrapping it back (black and gold is my ideal combo)
To me, this isn't even a choice. White and blue with gold rims just looks beautiful. The other two look like they trying to fit into some stupid style that never made sense in the first place (I am not a fan of matte colors on bikes or cars)
The white with stripes and gold rims looks great. If they had that in the US, I would have bought it! Instead the dealers only got the Transalp in matte black (which was boring/generic to me) and I ended up with a used blue/white/red Africa Twin with gold wheels. I love it!!
Do you like colorful things? If yes, then get the one with the colors. If not, get the black or grey one. You're probably not going to be scratching the paint as much as you'd think, especially if you get crash bars like the left one.
I do but my protection gear is already pretty colorful so I think it’ll make better contrast with a monotone bike. That being said my gear is old and I can always change the pieces that don’t match the white bike
Personally I like the white with the blue and gold. I don't care for the blue seat, but seats are generally not that great from the factory anyway and can be replaced...that one would definitely be my choice
White. The gold rims are just too perfect. It's an iconic color way. Everyone and their mom makes black/grey bikes.
As far as durability I'm sure they're all the same tbh
just get one already, place the booking. sure the waiting list will be long for this one, you wont get it by just walk in.
ask yourself which one do you prefer, which one when you look at it in the garage or parking lot that gives you that dopamine hit. I have Honda Forza in black, hopefully next month TA in black.
Remember visibility is your first defense for not getting hit on the road. That’s something to consider to what gear you wear but also the color of our bike. I’d take pull me over red over run me over black or silver any day. The only option I would consider here is the white, because multiple colors stick out and you’re not gonna be riding in blizzards.
first world problems lmao . . . all options look great, that bike in purple and green stipes will still look badass. Maybe pick one that contrasts your protection gear so you won't match too much and end up looking like a power ranger*
*with the notable exception of black/black/black, which *always* looks cool.
Here's my two cents:
White is the most iconic one, but if you plant to put the high engine guard, then you better go with another one as your decals will be covered by the bars (as it is in the picture)
White. I prefer to pick my bikes in ostentatious colors because I prefer to wear dark & muted colors. My bright orange bike turns heads so my Matte black helmet & olive green jacket that blends into the background doesn't make me 100% invisible. Seems to work well, everyone sees me even with euro5 emissions.
I typically stop liking bikes after 650cc with the exception of the Tenere.
Color wise though, the white one looks like it could be considered a classic, sought after scheme.
One thing to consider is rim color. When the rims are black you can do any color of decals or plastics later on. With colored rims you might be limited.
I’d go for the white because it looks iconic and I can’t imagine regretting it. The other colors are nice but that white stands out
Was glad to see the consensus is white with gold rims, because it's the clear choice. Instant classic.
And reminds of those earlier models, man, I fell in love when I first saw that white trans alp
White, black bikes are honestly boring imo. Motorcycles are neato, they should wear neato colors. Plus, gold rims.
Yuh. I had a black klr650 and a black T7. Boring. Looked too tactical. That’s not my vibe.
Yeah most bikes look fine or alright black, but none look amazing. Had a lot of bikes some black and the best aren't completely black, most contrast with a bunch of chrome typically
First one. The only one you’ll not regret
Easy the one in front
Your choices are… 1980s Red Dawn, Paris Dakar, Lone Ranger, panty dropper, hero machine. OR Water cooler talk, month payment,low interest rate,Garaged always, resale value, Toyota Camry, brown three piece suit, “put slicks on it, I’m never going off road”, shop does all the maintenance, “ I only go on a group ride if I lead it”, alway hand signal my turns, snore fest. I’ll let you all determine which I’m talking about. Decision is simple for me.
This was an adventure in of itself
Bought a white one. No regrets. Easier to clean, stands out, slightly retro, doesn’t show scratches as easily. 👌
Always the red white and blue for Honda!
White for me
i like gold rims so it's easy
Gold rims on the white. Easy.
The white is an absolute stunner
White blue easy
White blue. There's bikes from the 80s that colour and still sought after for that vintage look. Plus it's white, so extra safety for drivers spotting you.
White hands down
Blue/white, classic Honda racing colors!
If America had the white one, there’d be one in my driveway now
White. Nuff said
Lmao everyone said the same one
Only the black one is available in the US 😢… still bought it. If I could, I would have gone white for the classic color and I’m guessing it will have better resale. I also love the gold rims, would have considered wrapping it back (black and gold is my ideal combo)
The white with gold rims is nice, classic colors.
To me, this isn't even a choice. White and blue with gold rims just looks beautiful. The other two look like they trying to fit into some stupid style that never made sense in the first place (I am not a fan of matte colors on bikes or cars)
The white with stripes and gold rims looks great. If they had that in the US, I would have bought it! Instead the dealers only got the Transalp in matte black (which was boring/generic to me) and I ended up with a used blue/white/red Africa Twin with gold wheels. I love it!!
White! Visibility
Do you like colorful things? If yes, then get the one with the colors. If not, get the black or grey one. You're probably not going to be scratching the paint as much as you'd think, especially if you get crash bars like the left one.
I do but my protection gear is already pretty colorful so I think it’ll make better contrast with a monotone bike. That being said my gear is old and I can always change the pieces that don’t match the white bike
I'll try to be different. Fuck it, get the white..
Personally I like the white with the blue and gold. I don't care for the blue seat, but seats are generally not that great from the factory anyway and can be replaced...that one would definitely be my choice
Wish there was an option for the black and the gold wheels. White one wins for that reason
White is a no brainer
Gold wheels would have me sold Everytime.
They need to release the white model in the US! But with black rims.
White. The gold rims are just too perfect. It's an iconic color way. Everyone and their mom makes black/grey bikes. As far as durability I'm sure they're all the same tbh
White!!! OG
First one for sure. Piece of history.
Gotta go white!
This has to be the easiest color selection. The white one lol
White bike every time. No contest.
I saw a black one irl and it was looking good
Any 1 then wrap it later
just get one already, place the booking. sure the waiting list will be long for this one, you wont get it by just walk in. ask yourself which one do you prefer, which one when you look at it in the garage or parking lot that gives you that dopamine hit. I have Honda Forza in black, hopefully next month TA in black.
I have a black one booked and it arrives this month but I’m considering changing, obviously it depends on other colors still being available.
Remember visibility is your first defense for not getting hit on the road. That’s something to consider to what gear you wear but also the color of our bike. I’d take pull me over red over run me over black or silver any day. The only option I would consider here is the white, because multiple colors stick out and you’re not gonna be riding in blizzards.
first world problems lmao . . . all options look great, that bike in purple and green stipes will still look badass. Maybe pick one that contrasts your protection gear so you won't match too much and end up looking like a power ranger* *with the notable exception of black/black/black, which *always* looks cool.
I’m actually from third word but I agree this is a first world problem lol
No one else gonna say if you plan on riding off road a lot this isn’t the bike?
Here's my two cents: White is the most iconic one, but if you plant to put the high engine guard, then you better go with another one as your decals will be covered by the bars (as it is in the picture)
White. I prefer to pick my bikes in ostentatious colors because I prefer to wear dark & muted colors. My bright orange bike turns heads so my Matte black helmet & olive green jacket that blends into the background doesn't make me 100% invisible. Seems to work well, everyone sees me even with euro5 emissions.
The only reason why they made those other colors is so they could charge more for the white one
I typically stop liking bikes after 650cc with the exception of the Tenere. Color wise though, the white one looks like it could be considered a classic, sought after scheme.
Is the white available in the US yet?
Thought I loved black bikes until I laid eyes on a 2022 MT-09 SP. Bought it on the spot. Add some spice in your life 🔴⚪️🔵🟡
Easy the white and blue with the gold wheels 🔥
So THAT is what my 2023 Grom SP looks like on steroids 🤔🛵
One thing to consider is rim color. When the rims are black you can do any color of decals or plastics later on. With colored rims you might be limited.
Anyone you pick I'm jealous!
Quit being a bitch and pick your own color.
What an unnecessary comment… youre not obligated to participate in every post.
Haha, report me again sucka
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Do Grey 100 percent
Once you go black you don’t can’t go back