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Suzuki Motor USA announces two V-Strom 800 adventure-touring models for 2024, the V-Strom 800 and the V-Strom 800 Touring.

Suzuki’s new V-Strom 800 and V-Strom 800 Touring are based on the recently introduced V-Strom 800DE models but designed more for long-distance street riding than the dirt-focused DE.

“With the momentum from the dirt-focused Suzuki V-Strom 800DE’s introduction last November continuing to grow, the V-Strom 800 and V-Strom 800 Touring are distinctly engineered to provide superb comfort and performance for commuting, sport or long-distance touring, and occasional dirt-road use,” says Suzuki.

The new V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring roll on new cast aluminum 19- and 17-inch wheels with seven V-shaped spokes. They have a low 32.5-inch seat height and a lower handlebar position compared to the DE’s. And their suspensions are tuned more for street riding.

The Touring version comes with a 35-liter top case and handguards, and it gets its own Glass Sparkle Black paint, versus the 800’s Metallic Matte Steel Green.

The V-Strom 800 has a $9899 MSRP and the V-Strom 800 Touring $10,499 MSRP. They will be available in spring 2024. CN

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Here is the complete press release from Suzuki…

Photos Courtesy of Suzuki

Brea, CA (October 6, 2023) – Suzuki Motor USA (Suzuki) welcomes two new V-Strom 800 models that build on the momentum from the successful, off-road-focused adventure motorcycle, the V-Strom 800DE. The 2024 V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring leverage the DE’s stellar engine and chassis platform while focusing on the needs of more street-oriented riders.

These two new models- the V-Strom 800 and V-Strom 800 Touring extend the Suzuki V-Strom line, and host street and long-distance touring-focused features. Each appeals to riders looking for a performance-minded yet versatile middleweight motorcycle with adventure in mind. These new V-Strom 800 models along with the 800DE and 800DE Adventure offer four distinct options targeting the entire middleweight adventure target audience.

With the momentum from the dirt-focused Suzuki V-Strom 800DE’s introduction last November continuing to grow, the V-Strom 800 and V-Strom 800 Touring are distinctly engineered to provide superb comfort and performance for commuting, sport or long-distance touring, and occasional dirt road use.

The Suzuki V-Strom 800 features a modern Metallic Matte Steel Green color.

Highly capable at highway speeds or when exploring less-traveled routes, these new models are equally entertaining and practical to ride daily around town for fun, laying down miles across the continent on a tour, through spirited canyon rides, or for commuting to work.

Each is powered by the new-generation 776cc DOHC parallel-twin engine used in the V-Strom 800DE and the Suzuki GSX-8S. These new V-Strom models’ engine delivers a precise balance of smooth, controllable power at low engine speeds as well as a free-revving rush of performance when needed.

The engine’s 270-degree crankshaft configuration provides the power characteristics and an exciting exhaust note. The patented Suzuki Cross Balancer system contributes to smooth operation and a compact, lightweight engine design.

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Touring features hand guards and a 35-liter top case as standard. It arrives in elegant Glass Sparkle Black paintwork.

The V-Strom 800s’ rugged steel backbone frame takes advantage of the engine’s compact size, resulting in a chassis both nimble and steady. The V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring’s new Showa SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) inverted front fork smoothly controls front wheel movement, while the Showa rear shock absorber employs a remote, hand-operated hydraulic spring preload adjuster so suspension tuning for a passenger or cargo takes just seconds.

The suspension is tuned to maximize straight-line and cornering performance for street riding as well as light-duty off-road use. The front fork supports radially mounted Nissin four-piston brake calipers that grasp a pair of 310mm stainless steel brake rotors. The front calipers and the rear caliper -with a 260mm rotor, are monitored by a compact ABS** system. This ABS system offers a choice of two different mode settings the rider may choose for differing road conditions. The ABS system’s mode 1 provides minimal anti-lock brake intervention, while mode 2 provides more anti-lock brake intervention.

New seven-spoke cast aluminum wheels are shod with a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear tire. Dunlop’s new D614F/D614 tubeless ADV tires were engineered exclusively for the V-Strom 800, and feature a new tread pattern and custom-engineered internal structure for superb pavement operation plus the ability to explore that new, unpaved road on occasion.

Like the V-Strom 800DE, a full-color, 5-inch TFT LCD multifunction instrument panel provides the rider access and on-the-fly control over the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) suite of advanced electronic features that include the Suzuki Drive Mode Selector, the Suzuki Traction Control System*, and Suzuki’s Bi-Directional Quick Shift system.

Ride almost any distance in comfort and control thanks to a wide, vibration-damping, tapered handlebar, a supportive seat, and rubber-padded footpegs.

To carry the items riders may need quick access to, the V-Strom 800 Touring’s standard 35L top case uses the V-Strom’s ignition key for locking the lid or quick removal of the case from the rear carrier.

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800

MSRP $9899

Key V-Strom 800 Features

• Created specifically for the V-Strom 800 are Dunlop’s new D614 tires with a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear that ride on new cast-aluminum tubeless wheels with seven distinctive, V-shaped spokes each.
• The V-Strom 800 has a modest seat height (32.5 in.) and a lower handlebar position than the 800DE to help provide increased comfort on longer rides.
• Engineered for long-distance touring comfort and everyday convenience, the steel frame, sub-frame, and uniquely shaped aluminum swingarm are supported by the new Showa SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) a gas-charged Showa shock absorber with a remote hydraulic rear spring preload adjuster and adjustable rebound damping force.
• The V-Strom 800 spring rates and damping force settings are tuned to maximize road performance and comfort.
• A tall and wide adjustable windscreen provides ample coverage for long rides and sits above Suzuki’s signature, compact Mono-focus LED headlights.
• The V-Strom 800’s angular bodywork retains Suzuki’s distinctive Adventure “beak” styling and is topped with modern graphics.
• The 2024 V-Strom 800 is offered in an understated yet modern Metallic Matte Steel Green with its own refined graphics.

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Touring

MSRP $10,499

Key V-Strom 800 Touring Specific Features

• Riders will have quick access to items with the V-Strom 800 Touring’s standard 35-liter plastic top case that operates with the bike’s ignition key. The top case will hold most full-face helmets and unlock from the motorcycle in seconds.
• The V-Strom 800 Touring’s standard hand guards shield the rider’s hands from the elements.
• The V-Strom 800 Touring arrives in popular Glass Sparkle Black and will be available in Spring 2024.

Additional Features

A wide variety of Genuine Suzuki Accessories are available for the V-Strom 800 and V-Strom 800 Touring. Accessories include plastic side cases, several top case options, engine guards, a center stand, low- and high-profile seats, heated hand grips, fog lamps, and more. The available Genuine Suzuki Accessory aluminum side cases and top cases have a sturdy locking system that uses a unique style key different from the motorcycle’s ignition key. Review the Suzuki Genuine Accessory catalog for information related to luggage on the V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring.

2024 V-Strom 800/ V-Strom 800 Touring Specifications

MSRP:	10499 ( V-Strom Touring $10,499)
Engine:	776cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC parallel-twin
Bore x Stroke:	84 x 70mm
Compression Ratio:	12.8:1
Fuel System:	Fuel injection
Starter:	Electric
Lubrication:	Force-fed circulation, wet sump
Clutch:	Wet, multi-plate type
Transmission:	6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive:	O-ring style chain, D.I.D. 525
Front Suspension:	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension:	Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Rake / Trail:	26˚ / 4.9 in.
Front Brake:	Nissin, 2-piston calipers, dual 310mm discs, adjustable ABS-equipped
Rear Brake:	Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, adjustable ABS-equipped
Front Tire:	110/80R19M/C (59V), tubeless type
Rear Tire:	150/70R17 M/C (69V), tubeless type
Fuel Tank Capacity:	5.3 US gal.
Ignition:	Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Wheelbase:	59.6 in.
Ground Clearance:	7.3 in.
Seat Height:	32.5 in.
Curb Weight:	492 lb.
Colors:	Metallic Matte Steel Green (V-Strom 800 Touring: Glass Sparkle Black)
Warranty:	12-month, unlimited mileage limited warranty.