Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Technical Specifications Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	72 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	48 mm	Stroke	70 mm
Engine power	Engine power	106 HP	Engine power	83 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	75 Nm	Torque	78 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	12.8
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	782 ccm	Displacement	776 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,190 mm	Length	2,345 mm
Width	Width	870 mm	Width	975 mm
Height	Height	1,360 mm	Height	1,310 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,515 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	242 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	223 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20.8 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VFR800X Crossrunner 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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