SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT 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.
- SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 71 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) up to 84.3 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Torque spans 62 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) up to 77.9 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Weight spans 216 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) to 230 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) to 800 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE).
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| Specification | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | SUZUKI |
| Model | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT | SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE |
| Engine size | 650cc | 800cc |
| Power | 71hp | 84.3hp |
| Torque | 62nm. | 77.9nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 230kg |
| Front brake | Tokico, 2-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped | Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 83.5cm | 85.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/80R19 M/C (59V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax | 90/90-21M/C (54H), tube type |
| Rear tyre | 150/70R17 M/C (69V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax | 150/70R17 M/C (69H), tube type |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 43mm | The SHOWA Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped | The SHOWA Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 5 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9599 | $11349 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -LCD Display, Suzuki’s Advanced Traction Control System, Suzuki Easy Start System, Suzuki’s Low RPM Assist feature |
-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 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE: listed specifications
The 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE differ on the listed specifications: the V-Strom 650 XT has a lower listed weight, and the V-Strom 800 DE has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
V-Strom 800 DE has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (800 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
V-Strom 800 DE has a clear listed power advantage (84.3 hp vs 71 hp).
Torque
V-Strom 800 DE has a clear listed torque advantage (77.9 Nm vs 62 Nm).
Listed top speed
V-Strom 800 DE has a modest listed top-speed advantage (210 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
V-Strom 650 XT has a modest listed weight advantage (216 kg vs 230 kg). V-Strom 650 XT has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 85.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT vs SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 200 km/h (124 mph) for SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE has 84 hp compared with 71 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT or SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE?
SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT is lighter at 216 kg vs 230 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 800 DE.
Which is better, SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT 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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