BMW F 800 GS 2008 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

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Overview - BMW F 800 GS 2008 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2008 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2008
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power85 HPEngine power67 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,578 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
Top SpeedTop Speed200 km/hTop Speed180 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2008

BMW F 800 GS 2008

For us, the 800 GS is not a small GS, but a GS for non-BMW fans. So in principle it combines the virtues of the 1200 without its quirks, as newcomers would say.

Low price

positive ride comfort

beginner-friendly

low weight

relatively luxurious.

Annoying background noise in the (necessary) high rev range

no optional extras of the big GS

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Like the Kawasaki Versys, the small V-Strom is getting on a bit. The 1000 is so well done and easy to ride that you should consider taking the "big one" right away. In terms of versatility, however, the 650 is in no way inferior to the big V-Strom, and at a much lower price. But we wouldn't take it to the racetrack any more. And of course it has to cope with a heavy load more than a motorbike with 100+ hp.

Full torque

good sound

large tank

relaxed seating position

somewhat old-fashioned look

narrow handlebars

sluggish in bends

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price BMW F 800 GS

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