I can't really comment for the 700cc Transalp, but my 1997 600cc Alp is quite happy at 80 and 85 on the motorways so i'd expect the newer model to be the same.
My main bike is a CBF1000, and i do notice the difference in power, but i don't have any problems overtaking on the A/B roads when needed.
Having had a look online at the specs of the 955 and transalp 700, there doesn't seem to be much in it weight and seat height wise, the 955 is quoted as 215kg and 840mm against the Alp's 214kg and 841mm, though it seems you can get lower seats for both.
I'm certain SW Motech make bars for the engine but not sure of any others.
At the weekend my 600 was doing 60mpg bimbling around the Lake District, then 48mpg doing the aforementioned 8085mph on the motorway on the way home. The 700 is a larger engine, but fuel injected so should be similar mpg i'd think.
Most of the 700's i've seen have come with panniers from the dealer, but it mostly comes down to personal choice between soft fabric, boxy metal and hard plastic.
There's a wealth of information here Transalp - Honda Trail Bike Forums if you want to do some more research.
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