2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 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 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 82 cm Lowest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 3.5 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 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 87 Nm (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801).
- Weight spans 181 kg (2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HUSQVARNA | SUZUKI |
| Model | Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 105hp | 84.3hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 181kg | 230kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper | Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper, brake disc | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 82cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R17 Pirelli mt60 RS | 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 R17 Pirelli MT60 RS | 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Adventure |
| Top speed | 205km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.5 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $10899 | $11349 |
| Brand price lists | View HUSQVARNA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | The Svartpilen 801 has an immobiliser fitted as standard to provide anti-theft protection. Smartphone bracket Crash bung kit Radiator protection grille Mirror USB-C power outlet kit Spring hook Smartphone universal case 5" TFT Screen
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-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 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: listed specifications
The 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE are closely matched in displacement, while the Svartpilen 801 has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Svartpilen 801 and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
Svartpilen 801 has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 84.3 hp).
Torque
Svartpilen 801 has a modest listed torque advantage (87 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
Svartpilen 801 and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar listed top speeds (205 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Svartpilen 801 is notably lighter on the listed weight (181 kg vs 230 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: V-Strom 800 DE is listed higher (85.5 cm) than Svartpilen 801 (82 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while displacement and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 205 km/h (127 mph) for Husqvarna Svartpilen 801.
Which has more horsepower, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 has 105 hp compared with 84 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is lighter, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 is lighter at 181 kg vs 230 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is better, Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
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