Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Overview - Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Technical Specifications Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	70 mm
Engine power	Engine power	60 HP	Engine power	83 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	78 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10	Compression Ratio	12.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
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	680 ccm	Displacement	776 ccm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,345 mm
Width	Width	905 mm	Width	975 mm
Height	Height	1,305 mm	Height	1,310 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	837 mm	Seat Height	855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL 700V Transalp 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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