Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024 vs. Honda NX500 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024

Honda NX500 2025

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024 compared to Honda NX500 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024

Honda NX500 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024

Honda NX500 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	83 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,600 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
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	776 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	27.5 degree
Trail	Trail	124 mm	Trail	108 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	296 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	240 mm

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, Traction control

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	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,345 mm	Length	2,165 mm
Width	Width	975 mm	Width	830 mm
Height	Height	1,310 mm	Height	1,415 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	223 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	196 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A2
Range	Range	454 km	Range	486 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.4 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.6 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024

The Suzuki V-Strom 800 impresses in the travel test with its great balance. It is relaxed to ride in everyday life, remains comfortable on longer journeys and delivers more riding pleasure on winding roads than its sober appearance would suggest. It is precisely this versatility that makes it a strong travelling companion.

easy to handle, yet fun and powerful two-cylinder engine

high level of ride comfort

relaxed ergonomics

good-natured and predictable riding performance

balanced touring qualities

confident on varying tarmac surfaces

Suspension clearly comfort-orientated at very ambitious speeds

limited maximum lean angle

only suitable to a limited extent for rough off-road use (ABS cannot be disengaged)

wind protection for tall riders only okay, not brilliant

Honda NX500 2025

The Honda NX500 is a versatile A2-category adventure bike that is particularly at home on tarmac and has a lot to offer, from everyday commuting to leisurely tours. It has no major shortcomings, whilst offering many strengths, albeit not spectacular ones. On long journeys, you’ll appreciate the relaxed riding position and the good suspension, which performs well even on winding roads when combined with the improved brakes. Pragmatists will be pleased with the low fuel consumption and long range, and it even copes well with light off-road terrain.

A smooth, responsive engine with linear power delivery

Good brakes

good, well-balanced suspension

comfortable seating position

long range

agile handling

never overwhelms the rider, yet still offers riding pleasure

traction control can be easily deactivated

the transmission shifts very smoothly

Only suitable for off-road use to a limited extent

ABS is not disengageable

slightly lacking in power and payload (185 kg) when carrying a pillion passenger

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 800 vs Honda NX500

Price Suzuki V-Strom 800

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Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024 vs. Honda NX500 2025

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024 compared to Honda NX500 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2024

Honda NX500 2025

Price Comparison Average Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 800 vs Honda NX500

Price Suzuki V-Strom 800

Price Honda NX500

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