Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | First Ride Impressions

[@alainrigaud7035]

hello!as european i agree with you:many riders here like fancy electronic gadgets:electronic suspension ,cruise control,adaptative cruise control,connected TFT like if they wanted to watch netflix when riding and so and so...instead of enjoying the landscape while riding,they are proud of their wonderful machine ,they like BMW 1300GS ,the Graal of motorbike,they identify to the bike socially;when I drive my v strom 650 they look at me like if i were a poor guy!

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@jackmadaima4681]

650 is such a gem

[@arijitchief]

just bought a 650, so am NOT LISTENING TO YOU GUYS...GO AWAY 😛 but as always, a very comprehensive review

[@CowKora]

It’s Ok Arijith…Do Yourself a favour and get one 😂😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@gopalkrishnayoga]

Be happy to hear this, bosky said 650 has coolest engine

[@mvjoshi]

Haha, so nice to see such friendly comment here on YT. But you HAVE listened to the hence the favourable rmark.You must have bought a second sale 650, right, now that the model has been discontinued in India. I had the Versys 650 for 3 years and finally got fed-up of the crotch hugging by the fuel tank (must be a MJ fan, that tank) so sold it in 2022 after 40k partly painful kms. I bet you are going to sell the 650 and get the 800DE pretty soon🤣

[@arunkumars362]

I too had exact experience. Booked mine and getting it delivered on Friday..😀

[@bigbearbangalore]

Congrats

[@KevinPartington-c2s]

Any bike review is entertaining with these two , keep up the good work.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you like them!

[@sudarshansudhu765sudhu7]

Always this pair shines on reviewing motorcycles❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@justicenotobedience4176]

Love your banter, humour, oh yes and the reviews.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you like them!

[@Manojkumarbc]

The best reviewers just like old wine in KZbin love watching u both

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@srinathiyengar.mudgal]

Bigger and better machine reviews are better heard & seen coming from you guys. Cheers and very good & practical & experience flown in those thoughts.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Our pleasure!

[@greymite]

slow speed roling even exists on 250 segment ... vstrom 250 is my 1st bike ... was still doubting when i bought the bike with my decision but after riding ... its just been a blast

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@ta.bespoke]

Yup yup, even I was thinking the same and it's a really useful feature, I have to say. Got one after watching all of Bosky's content on it as well. ♥️

[@7rahe13]

I took a test ride a few weeks ago. I felt the riding position is more relaxed than the 650 due to the raised ride height… i have added handlebar risers on my 650 for a more upright riding position but the 800 with its wider handlebars gets a similar position without the risers. You mentioned the superior brakes and thats definitely true in terms of bite and stopping power. What caught my attention was the better ABS calibration.. it was definitely leaps and bounds over the 650. The suspension in its hardest setting was quite nice.. if we turn it to the softest setting, then the ride quality would be magic carpet like i would imagine. I also felt that the bike was lighter to manoeuvre despite its weight on paper. All in all i felt the 800 fixed all the relative misses of the 650 well.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@PhillipBear-w1w]

I've just clocked 10 thousand kms on mine in Australia. The suspension felt a bit harsh when I first got it but it has definitely improved with a few kms. The clutch and gears are smooth and definitely not clunky. I have the touring screen which takes a lot of wind off you but I still get a bit of buffeting on helmet. Overall it is great fun on tarmac or dirt and I can't even look at it without wanting to go riding

[@bigbearbangalore]

Awesome!

[@shyamg28]

Crisp review gentlemen! Thank you!

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks for watching!

[@balasankar4912]

How good it is to have 2 guys speaking about motorcycles, calm & relaxed rather than shouting & screaming.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@imkrrishnayak]

bosky plz next in ur list must be transalp 750 vs vstrom 800DE

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@sudhansuranjanmohapatra6429]

Enjoyed this interactive review as always

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@stoatsngroatsuk5012]

I just bought one, and find if really good, in looks, power, comfort, and useable torque. Mine is the black version, with blue highlights but keeps the gold rims and forks - it beautiful! 😀👍. Great video, lovely detail, and I love the channel , I have subscribed 👍😀

[@bigbearbangalore]

Congrats. Thanks.

[@sthaker2312]

Just amazed listening your conversations..!!👌🏻👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@arjunmadhav5335]

12:40 about the engine noise it's very true. I totally agreed 😆👍🏼. I'm now mad noticing it on my ns200.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@shakirazam3202]

awesome review both. Keep up the good work !

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@surendarmohan9878]

There is a bigger and wider windscreen as an accessory in other countries, I’m not sure we get that for India. Especially for the road going model VStrom 800RE, that wind screen is coming in stock. Some reviewers say 800DE model is purpose built for off-road so the rider has better visibility with the smaller windscreen.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@juggH3]

A lot of people have already asked for the comparison with Transalp.. But would it make sense to add Tiger 900 and F850 GS into the mix as well? They are clearly priced on the higher side but still in the middle-weight category. Just a general discussion on these even in the form of a podcast would be great 🙏🏼

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@thusharyadav5349]

Yesss we need 750 vs 800de

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@silenteagle5614]

My 2 paisa about outex! Even though outex might offer peace of mind but it does come with additional fear of hitting pothole and damaging it. I have it in my INT650 which served well so far. But overall I still feel Suzuki should have given a choice by releasing 800RE along with 800DE

[@bigbearbangalore]

I've used Outex on the rear and havr had no issues.

[@pradeepks86]

Devva bantu antaralla :D Woah what a show, dear Bossky and CK, was as good as enjoying a nice movie over the weekend. I was smitten with a test ride last week, hope the stars align for a purchase. You folks are like these neighborhood perfect uncles. Dhanyavaada 😀

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@sandeepkumar-ey5kk]

Firstly it's a privilege to see you on v-strom again😊 and I hav been watching all your videos and tips that you share with bikers are top-notch I need your help over choosing the option between triumph tiger 850 and v-strom 800 de Since this both motorcycles appear to have similar spec on papers I need your help in deciding with respect to reliability , maintenance and resale value in the Indian market

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Japanese machines are more reliable and durable. The only drawback is tube type tyres on the 800DE. If you don't mind that, then the DE could be the one to go for.

[@sandeepkumar-ey5kk]

@@bigbearbangalore thank you so much for your time and quick reply

[@RavirajBhat]

One thing that I observed is, recommend fuel is 95+ unlike V650 which can run even on kerosene 😅. It may be a problem to hunt for right fuel on a long ride..

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@459rocky6]

Any plans on reviewing a transalp 750 and doing comparison between the two ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes, perhaps in Sept

[@RavirajBhat]

One thing that I observed is, recommend fuel is 95+ unlike V650 which can run even on kerosene. It may be a problem to hunt for right fuel on a long ride..

[@saikatdey2007]

I had this same doubt when i checked it out. it has a 95 RON sticker...and 95 RON is 91 octane which is available pretty much. And kerosene, seriously?😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

Any fuel ok

[@PhillipBear-w1w]

I have run mine on 91 when I had to without any problems

[@RavirajBhat]

@@PhillipBear-w1w running on 91 occasionally is fine, but it's something which bothers me to run it consistently

[@myobs3942]

Good review overall. But why do you'll have to stand in front of the bikes

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Noted.

[@abhishekkusre4202]

Really nice and informational... please have a similar discussion on cost of ownership and service costs... I am considering this bike! Your inputs will be helpful sir.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏👍

[@santooshv1]

The metzelers and few others also come with the isi / bis. But dont see them being sold cheap anywhere in the official market.. except vredestein..rest with bis also is a black market price.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ok

[@Chipchilly]

please a give review on the helmet of the new himalayan .

[@bigbearbangalore]

Helmet?

[@arnab1sen]

Desperately looking forward to hearing such a review on Transalp.... Please try to fulfill my request...

[@bigbearbangalore]

Noted

[@___SSS___]

That saree guard and exhaust muffler 😵‍💫

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@muttineni03]

Brilliant review, covered everything i was looking for and entertaining, as its an adv another 1 lakh or more for accessories only for crash guard, AUX and engine guard/skid plate, but pricing is great with useful features and quick shifter but awkward number plate placement. more bigger bike reviews please probably multistrada next, believe it has v4 engine so curious what kind of experience would that bring.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@heinstein26]

Waiting for the better version of this. The 800 RE. Tubeless tyres are a must for Touring. And the weight negates any off road ability of such bikes anyway. We really have to go backwards to come up with real Adventure Bikes ie 170ish Kerb weight machines. These are just touring bikes in a Dual Sport Fancy dress.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ok

[@vijayam1]

V Strom - Versatile As A Stream... Reliable as F@ck.. 😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@dineshz99]

Great review. Waiting for your views on Transalp 750 :)

[@bigbearbangalore]

If and when possible.

[@suhasbharadwaj3645]

I think Suzuki should bring the RE varient of the Vstrom 800 to India. It has a tubeless setup.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@SureshKumar-jq9vh]

enjoyed it, plz bring a comparison with Versys 650 or make a separate video of it

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will check on this possibility

[@justathinker8669]

Great comprehensive discussion. Sir, whats your view of characteristics of v-twin engine of 650 vs parallel twin config of 800? Or it doesn't really matter?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Feels similar

[@bpbalaji39]

Sir! Currently owning a meteor 350 and planning to move to midweight segment adv tourer. In my mind, I have 2 options scram 411 and ktm 390. Which one do you recommend? I have checked your videos lists there was no videos about scram 411 except some comparison. Please do suggest

[@bigbearbangalore]

They are quite different. Take test rides and choose.

[@anuven4]

Nice comparison, does it comes with center stand option?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes

[@rpothi6594]

How about u turn in city roads in a divider? Easy or cumbersome? Nice 👌🏻 review sir 👍🏻

[@bigbearbangalore]

Easy. Thanks.

[@bhargavbhatt6194]

Pls suggest best adv bike between 650 to 800 cc bike with best heat manegement and least vibration possible

[@bigbearbangalore]

Best I don't know. Check on the Suzuki 800DE or Honda Transalp.

[@thisisDway]

12:58 oh bosskey u know Tamil ?? Nice I’ll visit big bear when I’m in blore then

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@avirupbanerjee3874]

When will they launch the road version of this bike ? V-Strom 800 RE. I have been waiting for that. any idea on it ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Sorry no idea

[@MadhuSudhanpro]

I somehow feel like the heavy bikes should have a reverse assist

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@Ravi-un7eg]

How is the engine heat in city traffics ? Manageable in a city like Hyderabad? Especially if someone wants to use it like almost a daily bike ? Am trying to upgrade from Ktm 390 adv

[@bigbearbangalore]

Manageable is a personal barometer to heat tolerance. I can manage it and some others may not be able to.

[@unclechips]

Did you both go to Nandi Hills? I heard they were only allowing Public buses to go up and no private vehicles

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yelagiri

[@harivaliyaveettil]

my "Dream" bike :D

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@cruze86]

Most exciting and awaited bike since its launch in Europe. Adventure enthusiasts were waiting for this and Honda’s Transalp 750. I don’t know what’s yamaha is doing with its Teneré 700?😑😑 Really disappointed with Yamaha.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@abhishekdasgupta1640]

Sir ji pls come up with the review of Honda transalp 750 & Honda NX500 in your channel. Eagerly waiting for your views & opinions regarding those two bikes.🙏🙏

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will check on this possibility.

[@ajaysagar99]

Heard this is out of production, when will this be back for purchase?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Is it? Don't know.

[@ajaysagar99]

@@bigbearbangalore yes, Suzuki seems to have done a recall because of rear tyre blast somewhere in Europe. Loved the bike during the test ride and thanks for your review but was sad to know that I can't get my hands on this now :/

[@satishramamurthy4442]

I have not see your views on the NX500 from Honda. Do you plan to review the bike. ?..

[@bigbearbangalore]

No plans for now. Hope to soon.

[@vikramwadhwani6174]

All said and done, why does that front number plate have to been in that place? 🙄🙄 It looks downright comical! 😂 By the way, which are those twisty turny roads you guys went riding on?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yelagiri

[@justathinker8669]

In many foreign countries motorcycles don't need front number plate. Only rear.

[@platina4711]

Now wanna know what you think of the Transalp 750. If Honda gives you one!

[@bigbearbangalore]

If..... 😀👍

[@___SSS___]

Great video , please compare it with honda transalp 750 ❤❤❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

We will try.

[@rajeshoswal966]

compare vstrom 800de & honda translap 750

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will do if possible

[@ThemiddleagedBiker]

Since you guys spoke about European, can you do a review of the new 2024 tiger 900? Any advice will be appreciated 😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

Noted

[@primevigilante7259]

Look that that number plat position, whose dicision was that?

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@vigneshsamprathi842]

When I observed the tyres, they have mentioned as tube type and not tubeless, so even if we go for outex option should we change the tyres to tubeless?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes

[@vspatmx7458]

Pls.. Vs800 vs Honda transalp 750

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@twowheeltraveler5227]

I feel Japanese bikes have clunky gearbox initially and gets smoother with services

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@motorfabricartadrenaline7432]

Most of the Suzuki designs are with simple aesthetics. This one I feel Boxy--Bhosky sir

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@AVIN260480]

Versys 650 vs this - which one makes more sense to buy ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

V800DE

[@AVIN260480]

@@bigbearbangalore Thanks 👍

[@shakirazam3202]

Awaiting for a review transalp 750 vs vstrom 800DE

[@bigbearbangalore]

Noted

[@goks278]

Love from tamilnadu ❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@AshokSharma-bg1cz]

Sir best bike in 300-400 cc segment which covers almost all aspects ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

There is no best. It's a personal choice.

[@sharadparab1860]

Sir I am having gt 650(2019)running once a week n having trouble with braking, rear brake almost dead not even work after pumping or bleeding. Mechanic suggested changing master cylinder, is it ok or to change major kit which costs less, your suggestions please 🙏

[@bigbearbangalore]

Replace assembly.

[@subhrasekharghosh2441]

Sir I am looking ooking for buy scrambler 400 X . Please suggest whether this bike has that power to pull at the high altitude, as per torque is considered, or should I go for Honda CB 350, it's 3000 rpm

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ride the 400X and the CB350 back to back to know more. Please check BHP and Torque figures quoted by each. Are they even close?

[@skandyblaze220]

Guys plz compare this with Honda Transalp 750

[@bigbearbangalore]

When possible, yes.

[@tinycamvlogs24]

Hi sir, I took my new Himalayan 450 and I have a doubt when we try to put gear from neutral to 1st and 1st to 2nd gear,,, I see "Tak" sound when that gear shifts. Is it the same for all that Himalayan 450 bikes? Who ever owns one please comment on this...( Is it common?)

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes that's a usual noise.

[@tinycamvlogs24]

@@bigbearbangalore thanks sir for the reply. Can you make a video on this clutch and gear proper shifting process please?

[@SandySK14]

I'm planning to buy a Vstrom 250SX. Is it good for a beginner or not? Kindly suggest to me some bikes at this price.

[@bigbearbangalore]

It's a good buy.

[@akshay-kumar-007]

Buy a Himalayan. For that price, its a better ADV and Tourer.

[@morphstudio]

How does it compare to Versys 650? Cuz I just bought 1.

[@bigbearbangalore]

I prefer the Vee above the Versys. More versatile.

[@jackyho5949]

Like the looks 👌

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@arunthomas4260]

Awesome!!!

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks!!

[@vnanda282]

Please make a review on honda nx500.

[@bigbearbangalore]

When possible, will.

[@leakedzebra]

I really really want the SV650 in India. It would be absolutely perfect. Please bring it here, please make it in India, please make it affordable. I really want that engine, on a simple bike without any sophisticated electronics, Just a simple beautiful accessible vtwin.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@kanthanind]

Is it good to upgrade to V storm 850 to CB350?

[@bigbearbangalore]

All I can say is that the Vee 800DE is a great machine.

[@manjunathharihar7202]

Bosky why no nx500 review?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Haven't had access to it yet.

[@ManjunathC-iv2ts]

What about YEZDI 350cc -Adventure

[@bigbearbangalore]

Nothing about it to say here.

[@kamudankemter]

Thanks

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@mohamedmoosa2574]

Waiting for Translap review ❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@queenslander954]

Why do you need full fairings for a trail bike ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

When not using for trail.

[@mahdavimail]

I like your reviews in English. I don't understand the Indian language . Thanks

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@drury2d8]

Those old 650 V's can easily go beyond 300000 km with basic maintenance.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@Terminator-to3lp]

Even if it will be 250 kgs you wouldn't have felt that.. that particular statement holds no value at all..while running, even 265 kg busa will not trouble you.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ok thanks

[@Mr2superior]

Scooter for nandhini milk and v storm for Nandi hill. 😁

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@SubashMadhavanSatyakumar]

Bosky sir it's vstrom versatile Strom not the v for angle

[@bigbearbangalore]

I don’t know 😊🙏

[@sabyasachimahapatra2334]

Please review speed twin 900

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will do if and when possible

[@nirmalpadmani9415]

Amazing review video sirji ❤ there is a request for you sir if possible plz compare with bmw f850gs and triumph tiger 900 humble request 🙏🏻

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Noted.

[@SuperSwaps]

Does it need only 95 Octane Fuel ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

No

[@kkkkkkkkkk421]

where is this location 😮

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yelagiri

[@sumanneogi2679]

There is honda mtx 125 in cafeteria bangalore tn registration can any one save this bike

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@bharatbattula]

Did anyone notice the phone behind the number plate?

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@gopsdv]

V stands for versatile ig.

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@sonarafeeq3769]

❤❤👍🏻

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@i_srinath]

you guys ate european engineers as Breakfast.... hahah

[@bigbearbangalore]

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[@vaibhavdubey8647]

Headlight shape looks like a ******* and it has 2 as well. 😅 Thanks for the review.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Looks funky

[@vaibhavdubey8647]

@@bigbearbangalore new age motorbike design are shit aesthetically. Most of the great looking motorbikes have become ugly in new avatar , just to look sleeker and modern 🤨

[@bigbearbangalore]

@vaibhavdubey8647 liking or disliking looks are a personal taste.

[@vaibhavdubey8647]

@@bigbearbangalore as you say 😊