Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 vs. Honda XL 700V Transalp 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2014

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 compared to Honda XL 700V Transalp 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	83 HP	Engine power	60 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	60 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	10
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	776 ccm	Displacement	680.2 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Three pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,345 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	975 mm	Width	905 mm
Height	Height	1,310 mm	Height	1,305 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,570 mm	Wheelbase	1,515 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	855 mm	Seat Height	841 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	230 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	219 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

It's amazing how much an unagitated, practical all-round motorbike like the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE can drive into your heart. Probably it is precisely because of this clever design with manageable electronic features that can be optimally adjusted to personal needs. Thanks to the excellent ride-by-wire system, the engine seems more powerful in the lower range than the displacement would suggest and does everything right both on and off-road. With 220 millimetres of suspension travel at the front and rear, the chassis is really well tuned for off-road, but clearly also offers an advantage for road riders on bad roads. The ergonomics are good, but tall riders should consider the higher, optional seat because of the somewhat acute knee angle.

Powerful engine from below

fully adjustable chassis

manageable, clever electronic features

quickshifter up/down standard

dynamic design in cool colours.

acute knee angle for riders with long legs

footrests drag early

windshield only adjustable with tools

heavier than many competitors