CF MOTO 800NK 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.
- CF MOTO 800NK 80 cm Lowest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 5.5 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 100.8 hp (CF MOTO 800NK).
- Torque spans 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE) up to 81 Nm (CF MOTO 800NK).
- Weight spans 189 kg (CF MOTO 800NK) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | CF MOTO 800NK | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CF MOTO | SUZUKI |
| Model | CF MOTO 800NK | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
| Engine size | 800cc | 800cc |
| Power | 100.8hp | 84.3hp |
| Torque | 81nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 189kg | 230kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm disc with ABS (J. JUAN Calipers) | Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | 260mm disc with ABS (J. JUAN Calipers) | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 R17 MAXXIS | 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 R17 MAXXIS | 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | KYB Fully adjustable inverted fork shocks | The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | KYB Fully adjustable mono-shock | The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Adventure |
| Top speed | 260km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 6 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8499 | $11349 |
| Brand price lists | View CF MOTO price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | (In collaboration with KTM, using the Duke 790 engine block) -8-inch TFT screen -Voice command feature, smart key, slipper clutch -Traction control, power modes, riding modes, cornering ABS -T-Box, navigation feature, Bluetooth connectivity |
-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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2023 CF MOTO 800NK vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: listed specifications
The 2023 CF MOTO 800NK and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the 800NK has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
800NK and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar engine displacement (800 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
800NK has a clear listed power advantage (100.8 hp vs 84.3 hp).
Torque
800NK and V-Strom 800 DE have very similar listed torque (81 Nm vs 77.9 Nm).
Listed top speed
800NK has a clear listed top-speed advantage (260 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
800NK is notably lighter on the listed weight (189 kg vs 230 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: V-Strom 800 DE is listed higher (85.5 cm) than 800NK (80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement and torque remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of CF MOTO 800NK vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
CF MOTO 800NK is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which has more horsepower, CF MOTO 800NK or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
CF MOTO 800NK has 101 hp compared with 84 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is lighter, CF MOTO 800NK or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
CF MOTO 800NK is lighter at 189 kg vs 230 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is better, CF MOTO 800NK 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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