V-STROM 800

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The V-STROM 800 combines optimum performance with comfort and handling ease that make even the longest rides all the more enjoyable. Highly controllable and agile, it is also fun and practical in daily use around town.
A capable long-distance tourer, the V-STROM 800 represents a new entry into the mid-size adventure category. While the V- STROM 800DE was specialized to excel at riding on gravel and other loose road surfaces, the V- STROM 800 evolves the chassis in the direction of providing maximum comfort and performance for long-distance touring and high-speed riding. Highly capable at highway speeds or when exploring less travelled routes, it is equally as enjoyable and practical to ride daily around town for work and play.

The V-STROM 800 features Suzuki’s parallel twin 776cm3 DOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder engine, a rugged steel frame, and suspension tuned to maximize straight-line stability and cornering performance. Every aspect of the design is geared to deliver a satisfying experience to riders who desire more power than offered by the 650cm3 class and who desire the ability to tour comfortably, no matter how far or wide they wish to journey.

The chassis and free-revving engine respond faithfully in a non-assertive fashion that makes the rider’s style and preferences the focus of riding pleasure on every outing. Riders can easily tap its full potential and enjoy a pure riding experience they will continue to enjoy for many years. The new V-STROM 800 is ready to enrich the lives of its owners and serve as a dependable partner, wherever its rider wishes to go.

Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS)

You can choose among three different power output characteristic modes to best match varying riding conditions or your preferences. While all three ultimately produce maximum engine output at the high end, fine control over each mode’s level of throttle response and torque characteristics empowers you to ride with greater confidence and pleasure, especially when fully turning the throttle grip to accelerate from a slightly open position.

Mode A (Active)

Delivers the sharpest throttle response as you open the throttle. Torque characteristics are finely tuned to deliver exciting acceleration as the throttle is opened.

Mode B (Basic)

Features softer throttle response and a more linear power delivery curve as you open the throttle. Settings are tuned to help make the bike more controllable and a good fit for everyday riding.

Mode C (Comfort)

Offers yet softer throttle response and more gentle torque characteristics. This mode is useful when riding on wet or slippery surfaces.

• Two-Mode ABS

  The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) contributes to more stable braking by helping prevent the wheels from locking up, even under hard braking. There are two mode settings. Mode 1 provides minimal intervention while Mode 2 intervenes more proactively. Note: ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please drive carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.

• Suzuki Easy Start System

  One quick press of a button lets you start the engine. As a function used on every outing, Easy Start makes your riding experience all the more pleasurable and convenient.

Chassis Geometry Optimized for On-road Comfort

The V-STROM 800’s chassis geometry is engineered to provide maximum stability, controllability and comfort on long-distance touring runs. Keen attention was devoted to optimizing the riding position. Related details include a dedicated handle position that creates a slight forward lean and an overall riding position that is more comfortable and advantageous for street riding, enabling you to easily shift your weight and control the bike when negotiating tight corners at speed. In addition, the seat height of 825mm helps make it easier to plant your feet firmly on the ground when stopped.

Adjustable Hitachi Astemo (SHOWA) SFF-BP* (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) suspension delivers a smooth, controllable ride. Putting the power to the pavement are new 7-spoke cast aluminum wheels shod with Dunlop tires engineered exclusively for the V-STROM 800. The 19-inch front tire and 17-inch rear tire help realize nimble handling, solid grip and high-speed stability. Sure stopping power and controllable braking performance is provided by four-piston radial-mount brake calipers mated with 310mm outer diameter dual discs up front, and a 260mm outer diameter disc with a single-piston pin-slide caliper in the rear.