2024 BMW F 900 GS vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW F 900 GS 87 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 84.3 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 105 hp (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 93 Nm (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
- Weight spans 219 kg (2024 BMW F 900 GS) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) to 900 cc (2024 BMW F 900 GS).
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| Specification | BMW F 900 GS | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | SUZUKI |
| Model | BMW F 900 GS | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
| Engine size | 900cc | 800cc |
| Power | 105hp | 84.3hp |
| Torque | 93nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 219kg | 230kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, floating brake discs, 305 mm diameter, dual-piston floating caliper. | Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 265 mm diameter, single-piston floating caliper. | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 87cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90 R21 | 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type |
| Rear tyre | 150/70 R17 | 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down fork, 43 mm diameter, manually adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound and compression damping. | The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum, double-sided swingarm, directly hinged WAD central spring linkage, hydraulic spring base adjustable, adjustable rebound progressive shock absorber. | The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14.5 L – 4.8 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $14195 | $11349 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with 6.5-inch TFT color display, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Akrapovič sport rear muffler, RAIN/ROAD riding modes -LED headlights with daytime running lights, LED flashing turn signal indicators -12V and USB socket, Engine guard, Heated grips, Handguard protection -Adjustable gear shift pedal |
-TFT panel, Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System, The Suzuki Easy Start System, Controller Area Network (CAN bus), Low RPM Assist System, Two-mode Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS), Suzuki Traction Control System (STCS)*, Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) |
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2024 BMW F 900 GS vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW F 900 GS and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE differ on the listed specifications: the F 900 GS has more displacement, peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
F 900 GS has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
F 900 GS has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 84.3 hp).
Torque
F 900 GS has a clear listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
F 900 GS and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar listed top speeds (210 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
F 900 GS has a modest listed weight advantage (219 kg vs 230 kg). V-Strom 800 DE has a lower listed seat height (85.5 cm vs 87 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while listed top speed remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW F 900 GS vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
Both are listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, BMW F 900 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
BMW F 900 GS has 105 hp compared with 84 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is lighter, BMW F 900 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
BMW F 900 GS is lighter at 219 kg vs 230 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is better, BMW F 900 GS or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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