Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2021

When comparing the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2021, there are several notable differences and similarities to consider.

In terms of engine and drive train, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 features an in-line engine with a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 62.6 mm. It has an engine power of 83 HP and a torque of 78 Nm. The starter is electric, and the transmission is chain-driven. The bike has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 776 ccm. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a boxer engine with a bore of 102.5 mm and a stroke of 76 mm. It has a more powerful engine with 136 HP and a torque of 143 Nm. The starter is also electric, but the transmission is a prop shaft. Like the Suzuki, it has 2 cylinders but has a larger displacement of 1254 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 has an upside-down telescopic fork for the front suspension with a travel of 220 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 220 mm. It also has adjustable compression, preload, and rebound. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a telelever front suspension with a travel of 190 mm and adjustable preload. The rear suspension is a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. It can be adjusted for preload and rebound.

In terms of chassis, both bikes have a steel frame. The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 has a rake of 62 degrees and a trail of 114 mm. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a slightly steeper rake of 62.9 degrees and a trail of 109 mm.

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS and traction control. The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 also has riding modes, ride by wire, and a shift assistant with a blipper. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has additional features such as anti-slipping control, hill start assist, cornering ABS, and ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1570 mm and a seat height of 855 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is 230 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. It has a range of 454 km and a combined fuel consumption of 4.4 l/100km. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1525 mm and a seat height of 850 mm. The kerb weight with ABS is higher at 249 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is also 20 liters. It has a slightly shorter range of 421 km but a slightly higher combined fuel consumption of 4.75 l/100km.

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

In terms of equipment, both bikes have LED headlights and an adjustable windscreen. The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 also has a TFT display, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has additional features such as cornering lights and a connectivity app.

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 has a powerful engine from below, a fully adjustable chassis, manageable electronic features, and a quickshifter up/down as standard. It also has a dynamic design in cool colors. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 offers great ride comfort and great ergonomics, a powerful engine, a great connectivity app, an easy-to-read display, and a confident feel in the saddle. It also has practical riding aids and a versatile chassis that accommodates every route.

In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 has an acute knee angle for riders with long legs, footrests that drag early, and a windshield that can only be adjusted with tools. It is also heavier than many competitors. The BMW R 1250 GS 2021 has a rough overall appearance and gearshifts at low revs that can be somewhat clumsy.

Overall, both the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2021 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki offers a powerful engine and a fully adjustable chassis, while the BMW provides great ride comfort and a versatile chassis. The choice between the two will ultimately depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023
BMW R 1250 GS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore84 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke70 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power83 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque78 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement776 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
TravelTravel220 mmTravel190 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake62 degreeRake62.9 degree
TrailTrail114 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,345 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth975 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,570 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height855 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)230 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange454 kmRange421 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023

It's amazing how much an unagitated, practical all-round motorbike like the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE can drive into your heart. Probably it is precisely because of this clever design with manageable electronic features that can be optimally adjusted to personal needs. Thanks to the excellent ride-by-wire system, the engine seems more powerful in the lower range than the displacement would suggest and does everything right both on and off-road. With 220 millimetres of suspension travel at the front and rear, the chassis is really well tuned for off-road, but clearly also offers an advantage for road riders on bad roads. The ergonomics are good, but tall riders should consider the higher, optional seat because of the somewhat acute knee angle.

Powerful engine from below

fully adjustable chassis

manageable, clever electronic features

quickshifter up/down standard

dynamic design in cool colours.

acute knee angle for riders with long legs

footrests drag early

windshield only adjustable with tools

heavier than many competitors

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

BMW R 1250 GS 2021

The GS also impressed us with its versatility during the test in November 2021. We rode the bike on a wide variety of terrain and were once again very satisfied. The motorbike convinces in every situation with its easy handling and practicality. On the other hand, it can also be ridden delightfully irrationally.

Great ride comfort and great ergonomics

Powerful engine

Great connectivity app

Easy-to-read display

Confident feel in the saddle

Practical riding aids

Versatile chassis accommodates every route

Easy to ride

Rough overall appearance

gearshifts at low revs somewhat clumsy

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 800DE vs BMW R 1250 GS

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2021 is about 92% higher. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2021 there are more Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 132 compared to 66. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 55 days compared to 59 days for the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE. Since model year 2023 1000PS.de editors have written 16 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE was published on 08/11/2022 and now has more than 42,600 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.

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