Suzuki Intruder C800 vs Suzuki Marauder 800
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Intruder C800 vs Suzuki Marauder 800. Suzuki Intruder C800: 50 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Suzuki Marauder 800: 45 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Intruder C800
Suzuki Marauder 800
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
65 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
50 hp @ 6,500 rpm
45 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque
65 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
60 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
170 km/h (estimated)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Intruder C800
7.0/10
"Reliable, affordable cruiser that rewards sensible buyers who inspect carefully."
Pros
+Shaft drive, zero chain fuss
+Bulletproof bottom-end torque
+Cheap parts availability
Cons
−Carbs demand regular attention
−Stock seat destroys long rides
−Weak highway passing power
Suzuki Marauder 800
7.5/10
"Reliable, undervalued cruiser that rewards patient used buyers."
Pros
+Near-indestructible V-twin engine
+Cheap used market prices
+Surprisingly nimble handling
Cons
−Carbs need regular attention
−Chrome pits with neglect
−Lacks character above 60mph
Top 10 Accessories
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