Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023 vs Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023 compared to Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	74 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70 mm	Stroke	61.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	83 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,300 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	79 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,850 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	3
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	776 ccm	Displacement	799 ccm

Suspension Front

Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Rebound

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,345 mm	Length	2,215 mm
Width	Width	975 mm	Width	795 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

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

Triumph Tiger 800 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 800 vs Triumph Tiger 800

Price Suzuki V-Strom 800

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