Is This the ADV Bike We've Been Waiting For? Suzuki V-Strom 800DE First Ride | Hard ADV Test

Fast off-road riding, tricky trails and back roads. How does the new 800DE handle it all?
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[@onthebackwheel]

Gday everyone thanks for watching. If you want to see some rear shots/third person shots, check out Shane's video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJvcm6Bvi9arbNE. He's the bloke on the WR450 sending it

[@brantfurr986]

Finally, a reviewer that advertises an off-road test, and takes it on more than a gravel road...

[@onthebackwheel]

Some of them really are taking the piss

[@r1riderscott]

That’s why I follow him, Brett tkacs and swanky cat

[@Geshmaal]

Maybe I'm a freak/nerd for this but it's actually appealing to me that this bike is very quiet from the factory. I really don't want to bother others around me when I'm on my bike, particularly around trails etc, so a quiet bike works for me!

[@onthebackwheel]

Not at all mate. I don't mind a quiet bike nowadays either, but a little bit more would be nice so I can gauge my revs better. Plus that exhaust 🤮

[@ComfyDadShoes]

I’m for the quiet bikes too. I’ve kept the stock pipe on my dr, but I like the weight saving of the aftermarket as well. DG supposedly has a pretty quiet pipe for the dr I might try

[@lophophorawilliamsii9740]

You'll see more animals too.

[@F3udF1st]

You must have an average or above average penile dimension. Unnecessarily loud bikes are childish and should be confiscated and promptly destroyed. And the owner shall pay a hefty fine, and pay for the proper disposal of the remains.

[@davidnobular9220]

@@lophophorawilliamsii9740 As long as they're not right in front of me....

[@jonwoodworker]

Excellent review of an ADV bike doing ADV stuff. The 800DE just seems to be much more capable of road than the Transalp. I'm most likely going to get this bike soon.

[@PerspectiveBeyond]

For me the worst part of the Transalp off-road is that part at the bottom of the engine that sticks out (and by a lot). It feels very delicate on rough terrain, and could also act as an "anchor" if it gets stuck behind a large rock or log. I guess a proper skid plate can mitigate this but, I don't know, feels like a big design flaw for an ADV.

[@ComfyDadShoes]

I can already tell with a few aftermarket changes that this bike will be one of the top all-rounders! Nicely reviewed 🍻

[@bitterlifes]

This is a true definition for one adventure bike ! Bike for any chalange. Well done Suzuki 👍

[@florme6494]

That was awesome, this was the exact reason I had hoped you’d get this bike. No one I’ve seen is doing this type of content on the bike. Your video will be referenced when showing others the capability of the bike. Fantastic rider!

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate!

[@SKgeostrat]

Excellent review. The best I've seen so far. Thanks and keep riding! Love the sound! Perfect for European TET, where you don't want to bother people along the trail.

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate and yes, would be great for sneaking along (maybe not the yellow!) and not annoying people

[@crispinleslie]

Great test yet again; I will never be riding like you but it’s encouraging to know what the bikes are capable of.

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate

[@aderiley6592]

Thanks for this mate, I think Suzuki did a great job with this bike. It's everything I've been trying to turn my DL650 into lol. I rode one in some gentle offroad stuff last weekend and it felt like it belonged. Liked n subscribed, roll on the mods ❤️‍🔥

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate. Looking forward to modding it for sure

[@dcryder9736]

You have a talent for these reviews. I love how you talk your way through the trail. I feel like I can benefit from you telling me what you are doing while you ride. I know I will never be able to ride a 500lb bike on the stuff you do, but maybe there is hope for me and my DRZ400S 😊

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate

[@TheSar]

Awesome video mate. Love your honest and natural narration style. Go well.

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate, appreciate it

[@kiwibusa8719]

Great review mate, I love my vstrom 800! I have been riding Hayabusa's for years and Gsxr's before that and I am wrapped with it. Waiting for crash bars before I get to much in the dirt lol. It is the most fun bike I have ever ridden. Again thanks for the great review and will be following to see more of your adventures 👍👍

[@onthebackwheel]

Mate I'm sweating on some crash bars too!

[@dw5523]

First, I love that you have the stones to ride that big bike with a bunch of dirt squirts. Second, thanks for jumping on this new Vstrom. I'm really thinking about trading up from my KLR simply because I have to spend HOURS on the road getting to good riding. This thing seems to be the bike we all were hoping the KLR would be.

[@onthebackwheel]

Could be a really good upgrade. It's much better on the highway

[@dionoliveira4058]

Amazing first ride, by all accounts it looks like Suzuki have a great mid adventure bike

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate. Enjoying it

[@f22at12mm]

Thanks very much. I reckon it's the 1st class underdog that got lost in the Transalp, 701, etc hype.

[@onthebackwheel]

I think so too

[@AgricUltra]

Great to see you out and about, enjoying the new beast!

[@grantleyteakle634]

Great review and congratulations for being the first person to push this bike and use it for its intended purpose. Yes the transalp is for tar babies, but you have shown all what the D E can do. Without trying you will influence sales. Looking forward to the mods. Well done Curtis and enjoy

[@onthebackwheel]

Thanks mate really appreciate it

[@CrackingGate]

Great video Curtis. Good to see you giving the DE a solid ride to find what it does well and not so well. It certainly is looking like my pick of the litter in coming weeks but am yet to hear the engine with a good exhaust on it. Looking forward to the next adventure!!!

[@onthebackwheel]

Very keen to get a nice pipe on her

[@HandyTot]

Pumped for the new bike Curtis, CRUSH IT!

[@onthebackwheel]

Crushhhhh!!!!

[@OrangeGenerator]

the steering "slowness" is likely the rake/trail. Has a raked out front end for stability off road/straightline.

[@onthebackwheel]

Yeah definitely seems to be by design and also the stock tyres. With the preload in the rear increased and different tyres it is better

[@Sweeedy1]

I appreciate that you don’t record your self (portrait) when you’re riding. Some do and i hate that,soooo annoying.

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers. I'm going to get another for the odd different angle, but helmet cam is my jam

[@mkramsauer]

Friggin sick review brother 👊 really liked how it looks off-road and for sure like a woman supple yet firm is great 👍

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers bud 👊

[@adv2go]

Great review, Thank you! The bike seems well done...but...think I'm still considering the Transalp 750 as my first choice. Like the lower weight of the TA especially.

[@onthebackwheel]

It's a tricky choice for sure. Definitely try both of you can

[@carlospinzon9842]

Congratulations, love the bike and I really like to color 😀

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers. Loving the colour too

[@pinkiewerewolf]

You rode Wolvie well on the first off-road ride!👍 For the first part of the ride I knew you'd be wishing the bike had Motoz tires. I'm impressed that you flogged the VStrom in stock form all the way around, it gives a great base line for how capable the bike is and can become. So yeah, now you can pitch that can. lol I really need to ditch the can and cat on my 890, it's a bit tricky to do in California. A lot of companies won't even ship here because of the ridiculous EPA/Euro "standards".

[@onthebackwheel]

Bloody California. The 890 sounds great with a decat too

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@onthebackwheel Catalytic converters on motorcycles is ridiculous. The heat and weight of cats is a big issue.

[@davidnobular9220]

Bikes are killing the planet doncha know.....DR650 been banned from Europe for years.

[@Toptechitsimracing9601]

bike looks awesome

[@Mothaibayo87]

Great video, interested to see the upgrades maybe a nice Delkevic exhaust they sound great on the 650's.

[@onthebackwheel]

I'll have a look. Not sure if their style is what I'm after

[@richarddevaottien7724]

Looks like the overly long wheelbase makes it hard work off road and more suitable for sidecar racing. If you add a sidecar, you could carry a KX 112 in it to the bush edge😆

[@onthebackwheel]

Not the worst idea I've heard 😆

[@ItspronouncedAaron]

Need to follow Ian at Big Rock Moto.

[@onthebackwheel]

Yeah we follow and watch each other. I don't watch much KZbin but I like his content

[@knowlearnride6505]

Can you put on a set of mita e0-7 on the bike and do a review? I know they are pretty expensive but I would love to see how the tires perform on that beautiful bike.

[@onthebackwheel]

They are on my list, I'll have a think on it. Generally I put something a bit more aggressive on the front

[@raywilliams9808]

E07plus on my 1050xt good around farm and vineyards plus gravel roads and acceptable on black top have 6000km on them only criticism bit sketchy on wet smooth black top ,off road ride in B mode more turn on throttle for same power ..great vid.

[@billcotton1551]

Can you imagine what you will be able to do with the bike after you put tires on it? Impressive riding!

[@onthebackwheel]

Can't wait

[@simulacrae]

It’s so strange that they have a ride a by wire throttle and the same start switch mount as the 1050 but omitted the cruise control. Oh well, I guess I’m waiting for a 800DE exclusive edition next year.

[@onthebackwheel]

Yeah really bizarre tbh

[@jan180]

I buy one too. I will be customizing by Hessler Rallye Team

[@onthebackwheel]

Their mods look great

[@robbieandbeckie]

My phone screen is kind of small, but are those kangaroos riding bicycles you keep passing?

[@PovilasPanavas]

😂😂😂

[@onthebackwheel]

Unicycles, get it right?!

[@robbieandbeckie]

@@onthebackwheel They sure hate when you honk at them!

[@onthebackwheel]

@@robbieandbeckie 🤣

[@benwhelan5358]

Good stuff! Have you calculated fuel consumption yet per chance? That’d be a good video, I don’t see one on the tube for the P-strom yet!

[@onthebackwheel]

This tank (with the off road riding) is at 4.8l per 100. Very happy

[@jojitsu56]

Great review, many thanks. How do you think it'd compare to a 2017 Africa twin? Similar weight and less power? Cheers.

[@onthebackwheel]

It feels a little lighter and is definitely smaller. I haven't ridden the new at so can't comment on power, but a little less

[@alphacapo]

Quiet is good

[@pierrekinsella7471]

Class

[@trailrider1980]

Very good review. I am concerned of the weight. Not sure how it could be better than a transalp of off road feels heavy and not as flickable. At the least i would have to put lower crash bars and barkbusters and this may add weight. It may even out with the weight loss of a tailtidy and an exhaust.

[@onthebackwheel]

It's a trade off for sure. Better suspension but more weight. It also has a proper off-road cradle. Weight is very hard to get rid of though...

[@trailrider1980]

@@onthebackwheel thats my main concern although i normally just do forest and gravel roads. Very light offroad. Any thoughts on the transalp? By the time i add some protection to the vstrom it may weight 530 pounds or perhaps more.

[@onthebackwheel]

@@trailrider1980 if you're just doing light off road, I'd go the Transalp (I haven't ridden one so bear that in mind). In Australia it's also $3000 cheaper!

[@trailrider1980]

@@onthebackwheel pricing in the us is not out for the transalp yet, i may go suzuki if transalp here is significantly more expensive. Normally hondas in the usa carry a premium price....

[@onthebackwheel]

@@trailrider1980 yeah right. I think the Suzuki is well priced. It's a super nice bike

[@mikeross7725]

Hi. I saw a Facebook post which included some footage of you on this ride from one of the other riders. It was pretty cool but I can’t find it anymore. Any ideas? Also might be good for you to post a link to it if you know where it is. Thanks

[@onthebackwheel]

I know everyone on the ride, I'll chase it up

[@mikeross7725]

@@onthebackwheel I think it was the guy on the 450

[@arcadegamesify]

Man after this and big rock motos review I neeeed one, I just hope I can save enough to get one while they're still in dealers 😆

[@onthebackwheel]

Stock seems pretty good, get on it!

[@ThiefOfNavarre]

I had a suzuki V strom that was pretty hard to muscle in on stock tyres. When I changed to my enfield interceptor I realised it was just a tyre thing. I threw my V strom all about the countryside. Was the tyres and not the bike

[@onthebackwheel]

Mate you're right, tires are key

[@Angry-Lynx]

beautiful terrain, what country is that? my and my AT are jealous :D ;

[@onthebackwheel]

Australia, we are very lucky!

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

Hey mate, apologies if you mentioned this and I missed. But how tall are you? If you've come from a 1090 Kato do you know if the 800 strom feels any smaller or lighter? Cheers

[@onthebackwheel]

I'm 6ft (183cm). It feels smaller for sure

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

@@onthebackwheel thanks dude

[@akuskus]

Basically all adventure bikes are reported as having too low handlebars by all reviewers. I wonder why the manufacturers refuse to take note.

[@onthebackwheel]

Yeah not sure. Only guess is they cater for the 5ft9 riders out there, more of an average height

[@rainerlovesjapan9468]

I have a question. Can a roadbike handle the offroad ride or it is not recommended?? Thanks

[@onthebackwheel]

I mean you can make it work... definitely not recommended though

[@robotech21]

Interestinγ Bike. Don't know why the 17in back rim. It would be nice to have tubelless spoked wheels with cruise control (at least as an option). How do you compare this with the Tuareg?

[@onthebackwheel]

Agree, I would much prefer an 18 inch rear rim. First thoughts are Tuareg is better, this is a better every day/highway/commute bike though

[@robotech21]

@@onthebackwheel thank you, ride safe

[@onthebackwheel]

@@robotech21 you too mate

[@zaxgarrison7741]

Do u find it odd that it's named V-Strom but doesn't have a V engine?

[@onthebackwheel]

They made some weird excuse/reason up that it actually stands for versatile 😂

[@guestappearance3211]

Did you really buy it or a loan bike

[@onthebackwheel]

Bought it. Suzuki wouldn't give me one and I needed a bike

[@Badlander87X]

The de800 is 230kg The 1050de is 250kg The Africa twin adventure sport 230kg Tenere world raid is 230kg. Im spoilt for choice but i might be just going with the Tenere world raid or Africa twin adventure sport

[@onthebackwheel]

Depends how far you want to ride! My pick is the Tuareg, weapon

[@Badlander87X]

@@onthebackwheel well I'm planning on ireland to Africa next year down to uganda 🇺🇬 and maybe the year after to Mongolia 🇲🇳. Only problem with toureg is that it's Italian and most aprilia bikes have a slew of problems that show up in mass after 30k to 45k

[@onthebackwheel]

@@Badlander87X valid point. Got to keep it simple on those big trips

[@Badlander87X]

@@onthebackwheel like don't get me wrong aprilia makes lovely looking bikes but being around my mates bike shop I have seen nothing but wallet aches with them in the long run

[@johnstraw5390]

@@Badlander87XSounds fun. Need someone to ride with?

[@stitchjones7134]

It seems I'm first

[@onthebackwheel]

👏 👊

[@paulrollinson1305]

Another tiny and useless Suzuki screen.

[@onthebackwheel]

I prefer one this size than in between that buffets like crazy

[@spencervidal3168]

Well, it's a step up from the KLR

[@onthebackwheel]

It's like a hottest up fancy KLR 😂

[@papachis9535]

Thank you for taking this one towards its limits: it taught me a lot about its off-road characteristics. I’m in the Pyrenees Orientale, so some medium off-roading will be key. The only thing that I was worried about with this bike was the weight, but I doubt that I’ll ever have the guts or skill to manhandle it the way you were. So, I might guess that a more circumspect approach wouldn’t knacker me out quite so much? What do you reckon?

[@onthebackwheel]

It is a little heavy. Depends on the riding you do. I'd look at the Aprilia Tuareg as it's a bit lighter and better off-road

[@africaadventureteam706]

The 800 DE definitely is much better off-road than it appears to be. Been through a trans-pyrénéenne on my Africa Twin last year and 50 km off-road on the 800 DE during the Greenwich Sud this year, the DE is easier to ride. And MUCH better seating for long trips is a must for me. Apart from the Pan America, the best seat I sat on in the past 20 years! We had proper off-road tyres on it, though: AX41 R

[@spencervidal3168]

Ya, I'm done with bikes with the air intake under the seat..

[@onthebackwheel]

Why's that?

[@spencervidal3168]

I live in Central America and crossing rain swollen rivers on a bike with the intake under the seat is a recipe for disaster.. I have had a couple close calls on a KLR and a couple other bikes.. Not any more.. The Aprilia Tuareg is the ONLY bike with an elevated intake. Of course if your just farting around as a weekend warrior I suppose the under seat intake will be sufficient. But not in Costa Rica, Nicaragua or Guatemala during the rainy season..

[@onthebackwheel]

@@spencervidal3168 fair enough, it is a little low and the Tuareg is a weapon. I'm not doing many water crossing that deep so not an issue. Sounds like you need a proper enduro bike!

[@spencervidal3168]

@@onthebackwheel Even the enduro's have under seat intakes been there done that... T-reg all the way

[@onthebackwheel]

@@spencervidal3168 it's a top bike, really enjoyed it

[@baydenbutler338]

Great review, exactly the kind I love to watch as you push it just enough to find the limits for us mere mortals on the tracks I love to find, without shortening the life of the vehicle or yourself.

[@alphawolf2993]

well thats it im buying one..

[@silverhill377]

Looks like a nice bike! Sounds like you're working hard on that 509 pounder. Great review and thanks for all the info!

[@onthebackwheel]

Not gonna lie, she's pretty hard work. Capable, but heavy

[@bitterlifes]

Simply AWESOME Bravo Suzuki 👍

[@graymangw6016]

Good looking bike, looking forward to more content.

[@dalejubb6594]

awesome ride and the bike looks very capable..... the more you both get acquainted the better. Its going to be awesome watching you on this. I'm going out on Sunday on the Rally and want to rip round this area - Think i have most of the loop on a GPX file

[@paulwood3876]

Really enjoyed your review Curtis, You always give a no bullshit and real world view of how it is to ride the bikes, im very interested in this bike as a trade up from the KLR, i will watch with interest

[@alphajed7700]

I wish you could do a head to head shootout between your new V-Strom 800DE and the Transalp 750

[@onthebackwheel]

If I could get my hands on one I would. Only way here is if I bought one or someone lent me one

[@gabrielkopp2036]

Great video mate...still on the fence about thing..waiting to see if any issues pop up after all it is all new design and motor.l looking forward to mods and long-term reliability

[@lokeshdeshwal5288]

Don't worry about reliability it's suzuki...

[@onthebackwheel]

Can't hurt to wait a bit. If there's something to break I'll probably break it 😂

[@gabrielkopp2036]

@@onthebackwheel well let ask your opinion..if you own a t7 would you keep it or sell it and buy the vsrom 800de??

[@adrianedwards3091]

Congrats on the new wheels. Looks awesome

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate

[@olis790]

Congrats on the new bike! Did you consider the XL750 Transalp?

[@onthebackwheel]

I did. Suspension and lack of engine cradle were a bit of a turn off. Seems a bit more road orientated. Lots lighter though...

[@olis790]

@@onthebackwheel yeah that is true. Tuareg couldn't sway you enough, rode it myself thought it was a cracking bike. Curious how the ground clearance, suspension and weight will suit your type of riding. Let the mods begin. Big thumbs up

[@onthebackwheel]

@@olis790 if I didn't have the channel, I'd have a Tuareg. Loved that bike

[@brucekendall52]

By all accounts a fantastic bike.Get rid of that front tyre sooner than later.Enjoy.

[@fcalin21]

Is is it better then the Tuareg 660 off-road?

[@onthebackwheel]

Nah a solid level below

[@fcalin21]

@@onthebackwheel Thank you.

[@michaelmam]

Good review . Nice to see the bike ridden on some proper trails . 👍

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate

[@arcadegamesify]

Woo I've waited for this review

[@roadstrom]

It's only the weight making it slow to steer in . Just give it a bit more push/pull on the bars use the weight to your advantage 👍

[@onthebackwheel]

Definitely the weight, but still a little understeery. The big girl needs to be man handled! haha

[@KyriakosSoul]

This or ktm 790 adventure 2023? 🤔

[@tieoneon1614]

Are u saying u didnt baby the KLR??? How dare you -Greta

[@onthebackwheel]

'Thoroughly tested'

[@NoSkillzMoto]

Just do more vids of you doing hard riding like this. Will watch just because its interesting to see such a big bike haul ass.

[@onthebackwheel]

Will do 👊

[@SKgeostrat]

At 10M52 you say the engine is not noisy enough. Suzuki has understood the trend all over the world towards less noise permitted and you need to consider that, even if it is not the case in OZ. Why would you need more noise? Ols macho stuff, I'm afraid. Little noise, much power sounds perfect to me and good on Suzuki for having understood that the world does not want a bunch of really noisy off road riders riding through some times private land. So think it through! What YOU say has meaning, since you are a you tuber. Young minds are influencable! But, have fun riding! I think you have the best middle weight ADV bike there is!

[@onthebackwheel]

I don't like a loud bike, but I struggle to hear the revs and since it's a smooth engine it is also harder to gauge them. I explained it a bit more on one of my next videos. But yes, can't stand the obnoxious pit bikes and MX bikes that get around

[@RoyYount-b8b]

New 800DE owner here in Kentucky, USA. Great Bike!!! What phone mount do you have in this video? Looks perfect!

[@onthebackwheel]

Enjoy mate! I use Quad Lock

[@ownyourworld]

Got mine coming soon . Awesome bike and more bang for your buck than all the others

[@onthebackwheel]

Nice mate, enjoy!

[@LivingType1]

Nice review mate. how it going now youve' had it for a while? I looked at one in the shop but have a few concerns. Hows the buffering with the stock windshield? and I noticed a huge gap in front of the tank that could potentially let a lot of air p into your face from the front wheel?

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers. Mate I'm really enjoying the bike. There is a little bit of buffering, more from the visor being small. I'm hearing good things about the OEM larger shield. Hessler is also doing a rally screen which looks good

[@Scantcity]

Great video, 50lbs more weight than a KLR, but 40 more hp! I'm liking this bike!

[@onthebackwheel]

It's a good thing. Definitely a nice upgrade from the KLR

[@powertrip1050]

Good job, but....seriously.....get some proper tyres. 😃

[@onthebackwheel]

Haha it'll happen

[@kthompso43]

"Beer money donations" .............. lol

[@onthebackwheel]

I need fuel too 😂 🍻

[@marklescault9429]

What a great review dude! How do you think a beginner would do with this bike?

[@onthebackwheel]

On the street it's very easy to manage. Off road it is pretty heavy and I wouldn't recommend it

[@alphawolf2993]

first actual dirt roads ive seen anyone ride on. Those press release roads are a joke.

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers, I try and get amongst it

[@mattjenkins7216]

The Suzuki is not handsome in my mind but that's not why I would buy one. I didn't buy my KLR for the looks, that's for sure. The Vstrom appears to have a lot of potential.

[@KLRmurdercycle]

I like high fenders on bikes. Stroms are bikes that just work. Like a KLR, nothing fancy. Just ride.

[@alphawolf2993]

I got a dr650 and I want something that can do long trips but also hit a trail or two if need be as I live way out in the mountains. This is very similar to the terrain out by me.

[@tbillington]

Good to see another SEQ rider on KZbin. Big fan of the vstrom, I was tossing up between it and the Transalp. I don't go as hard as you offroad, so ended up with the Honda.

[@davidgrunklee8407]

How is your air filter looking?

[@onthebackwheel]

Cleaned the pre filter a couple of times and the filter was fine. Due for a check after my current ride

[@DashRendar308]

How does it compare to the Africa Twin off road? I'm asking since both bikes have similar weight.

[@onthebackwheel]

I honestly haven't ridden one so could tell you. Going to ride one soon to do a back to back

[@noostNL]

Showing off for the WR almost wiped you out huh? Great video mate! Like the bike, keen to see more.

[@onthebackwheel]

Haha almost

[@ebiebrahimi7472]

Awesome test . Thanks dude . Your skill is remarkable as-well . Impressed with those tires you could pull it off

[@onthebackwheel]

Cheers mate, had a blast

[@WWADV]

I've watched your videos on the Tuareg 660 and now the 800 DE. Can you tell us what you think between the two. Better Dirt/Road... comfort and riding manners.

[@onthebackwheel]

The Tuareg is better off road and more fun to ride in the corners. The 800 is better for commuting and comfort though. Nice bikes for sure

[@CrossRoadPhoto]

I'm going to pick mine up today. I'm in USA. Great video! It's good to see it's capability. I especially like to see the limits - bottoming out and the slower technical parts but I also enjoyed the the fast tracks too man. Yahoo! It's a big adventure bike so it's going to have limits. It was good to see the enduro guys ahead of you showing the terrain and pace very well. But it's dusty there - huh? Anyway, knowing my 2014 Vstrom 1000 - I know this 800 is my dream bike.

[@onthebackwheel]

Extremely dusty! It has since rained which is good. Enjoy mate, super nice bike

[@4tech69]

Great chose! The 800DE seems like very capable middle weight. Even if you end up putting some better suspension on it, which you may not need to. Lots of people thin they should have updated the looks. I think it still looks modern. Love the color way. Not a fan of the headlights but that's not a big deal.

[@onthebackwheel]

I think it looks pretty trick!

[@minas4everyo]

thank you for this nice review brother, like and sub from me! i order this bike yesterday and ohh my i cant wait! one question... what is your phone cradle?

[@onthebackwheel]

Enjoy mate, bet you are excited. I use quad lock, been good so far

[@ceva4085]

hi there! how would you compare this bike (stock) with the stock T7? which one do you think is better? do you think this suzuki could be as reliable as the T7?

[@onthebackwheel]

T7 is more capable off road but this is a nicer road bike. I'd be EXTREMELY surprised if it wasn't as reliable

[@SteveButcher-d7h]

Did a quick test ride a few days ago…lot of vibrations in the handle bars and foot pegs…more pronounced on the right side…expected smoother..

[@onthebackwheel]

Didn't notice anything bad tbh. Heard a couple of complaints before I got it. Will keep an eye on it

[@florme6494]

I’m sure many of us are KLR owners and may look for an upgrade one day. It would be amazing if you compare in detail the T7 and CFmoto (more) to the yellow beast. One thing I had hoped for was the tubeless tyres the way they had with previous spoked models. I like the idea of the V being more comfortable, reliable and larger tank. A combination the other 2 can’t offer.

[@onthebackwheel]

I'll note it down. Tubeless doesn't bother me, but I get it

[@robpinter5431]

Hi thanks for the review, you ride quite well on the dirt roads, which gives the bike a real review on it's capabilities that 90% of us would ride, the rest 10% would use a KTM...but we average riders don't race. the bike appeared to handle to bumps well and 1st gear appears low enough, best of all out of the box it looks like it can perform well off road and on.

[@onthebackwheel]

Its very capable for sure, the suspension is very nice for a stock adventure tourer