BMW F 800 GS 2009 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

BMW F 800 GS 2009

BMW F 800 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2009 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

BMW F 800 GS 2009
Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,320 mmLength2,345 mm
WidthWidth945 mmWidth975 mm
HeightHeight1,350 mmHeight1,310 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,578 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2009

BMW F 800 GS 2009

Fully equipped with special equipment from Touratech, the BMW looked very imposing and gave the impression of a real, masculine adventurer's motorbike. Headlight grille, engine guard, grippy, wider footrests, and much more hopefully deceived many eyewitnesses about the same-sex partnership on the breathable comfort seat.

Fully equipped with optional extras

imposing impression

good workmanship

pleasant chassis.

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Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

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

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

Price BMW F 800 GS

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