Suzuki V-strom 650 vs Suzuki V-strom 800
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki V-strom 650
Suzuki V-strom 800
Horsepower (hp)
71 hp
83 hp
Torque (Nm)
62 Nm
78 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
216 kg
220 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
71 hp @ 8,800 rpm
83 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
62 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (approximately 18–22 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki V-strom 650
8.5/10
"The sensible used adventure bike that genuinely delivers on every promise."
Pros
+Indestructible engine, proven reliability
+Cheap and plentiful parts
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
Cons
−Soft stock suspension
−Sluggish below 3,500rpm
−Strong used prices
Suzuki V-strom 800
8.5/10
"A genuinely brilliant do-everything middleweight that rarely disappoints serious riders."
Pros
+Punchy, tractable parallel-twin
+Comfortable all-day ergonomics
+Excellent fuel economy
Cons
−Stock luggage costs extra
−Resale rarely drops cheap
−Wind protection merely adequate
Top 10 Accessories
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