Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 is an enduro motorcycle that offers a simple and uncomplicated riding experience. It features proven technology and has a good price/performance ratio. The bike is powered by a V-type engine with a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 62.6 mm. It delivers 71 HP of engine power and 62 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based and the starter is electric. The transmission is chain-driven and the bike has 2 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a displacement of 645 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the V-Strom 650 XT 2023 has a telescopic fork front suspension with a travel of 150 mm. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock absorber that has preload adjustment. The material used for the rear suspension is aluminum. The bike has an aluminum frame with a rake of 64.2 degrees and a trail of 110 mm.

The front brakes of the V-Strom 650 XT 2023 are double disk type with a diameter of 310 mm and double piston calipers. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire width is 110 mm and the front tire diameter is 19 inches. The rear tire width is 150 mm and the rear tire diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1560 mm and the seat height is 815 mm. The kerb weight of the bike with ABS is 216 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters, providing a range of 476 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.2 l/100km.

On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 is a naked bike that offers a full-grown and high-quality overall concept. It features a high-torque engine that delivers 83 HP of power and 78 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based and the starter is electric. The transmission is chain-driven and the bike has 2 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a displacement of 776 ccm.

In terms of suspension, the GSX-8S 2023 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a travel of 130 mm. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock absorber that has preload adjustment. The material used for the rear suspension is aluminum. The bike has a steel frame with a rake of 65 degrees and a trail of 104 mm.

The front brakes of the GSX-8S 2023 are double disk type with a diameter of 310 mm and four-piston calipers. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, and traction control.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire width is 120 mm and the front tire diameter is 17 inches. The rear tire width is 180 mm and the rear tire diameter is 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1465 mm and the seat height is 810 mm. The kerb weight of the bike with ABS is 202 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 14 liters, providing a range of 333 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.2 l/100km.

While the V-Strom 650 XT 2023 has a simple and uncomplicated design, the GSX-8S 2023 offers a full-grown and high-quality overall concept. The GSX-8S has a high-torque engine and provides a stable handling experience. It has a very good seat and a great naked bike riding position. The quickshifter and gearstick of the GSX-8S require a little more operating force than usual. The bike is somewhat heavier than other bikes in its class. The ABS controls of the GSX-8S are very defensive. The engine of the GSX-8S does not have rev reserves upwards.

Overall, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 is a simple and reliable enduro motorcycle with a good price/performance ratio. On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 offers a high-quality overall concept with a powerful engine and advanced rider assistance systems.

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore81 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange476 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 is about 5% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 73 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 189 days for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT was published on 4/9/2015 and now has more than 45,700 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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