2024 KTM 890 Adventure R 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 KTM 890 Adventure R 88 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 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 KTM 890 Adventure R).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 100 Nm (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R).
- Weight spans 200 kg (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) to 900 cc (2024 KTM 890 Adventure R).
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| Specification | KTM 890 Adventure R | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | SUZUKI |
| Model | KTM 890 Adventure R | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
| Engine size | 900cc | 800cc |
| Power | 105hp | 84.3hp |
| Torque | 100nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 200kg | 230kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Disc | Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | 260 mm Disc | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 88cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 90/90 21 | 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type |
| Rear tyre | 150/70 18 | 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm | The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | WP Xplor PDS shock absorber | The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 215km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 4.4 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $15799 | $11349 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -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 KTM 890 Adventure R vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE differ on the listed specifications: the 890 Adventure R has more displacement, peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
890 Adventure R has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
890 Adventure R has a clear listed power advantage (105 hp vs 84.3 hp).
Torque
890 Adventure R has a clear listed torque advantage (100 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
890 Adventure R and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar listed top speeds (215 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
890 Adventure R is notably lighter on the listed weight (200 kg vs 230 kg). V-Strom 800 DE has a lower listed seat height (85.5 cm vs 88 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 KTM 890 Adventure R vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
KTM 890 Adventure R is listed at 215 km/h (134 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 890 Adventure R or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
KTM 890 Adventure R has 105 hp compared with 84 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is lighter, KTM 890 Adventure R or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
KTM 890 Adventure R is lighter at 200 kg vs 230 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is better, KTM 890 Adventure R 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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