Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024
Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio12.8
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

TravelTravel150 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel152 mmTravel150 mm

Chassis

RakeRake63 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail124 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,345 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth975 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,310 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)253 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)223 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2025

The V-Strom 800 surprises with a high level of comfort, superior handling and sensible features ex works. The Adventure and DE versions in particular demonstrate touring expertise with character. If you are on the road a lot and attach importance to overview, comfort and utility, this is the right bike for you.

Well thought-out ergonomics with a good overview in city and touring mode

practical suspension with easily adjustable preload

standard features (such as heated grips and panniers) ideal for frequent riders

good balance between comfort and control

Limited tilt angle

Engine mapping very cosy

Rather nervous at low revs

Rough quickshifter

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 800

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