Suzuki V-Strom 800DE vs Suzuki GSX 8TT (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki V-Strom 800DEstacks up against the Suzuki GSX 8TT. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki V-Strom 800DESuzuki GSX 8TT
Model year20262026
Price$11,799$11,149
Engine776 cc776 cc
Weight230 kg203 kg
Seat height855 mm810 mm
Fuel capacity20.0 L15.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® TRAILMAX MIXTOUR 90/90 R21 M/C 54H / Dunlop® TRAILMAX MIXTOUR 150/70 R17 M/C 69HDunlop® Roadsport2-X 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport2-X 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W

Suzuki V-Strom 800DE vs Suzuki GSX 8TT — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE and the Suzuki GSX 8TT usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE brings its published horsepower in a 230 kg package, while the Suzuki GSX 8TT counters with its own power figure at 203 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX 8TT has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: