Suzuki GSX-8S
Suzuki GSX-8S
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Suzuki V-Strom 650
Suzuki V-Strom 650
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Suzuki GSX-8S vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 Comparison

Overview: GSX-8S vs V-Strom 650

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 776 cc 645 cc

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
6 reviews
4.47/5
19 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Suzuki bike that offers natural riding posture

    Recently I explored this bike closely and felt this to be quite a worthwhile edition ever innovated by the brand. This is incredibly punchy and...

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    Rayzal Sep 16, 2025 for Suzuki GSX-8S
  • A highly capable midweight ADV bike

    The Suzuki V-Strom 650 comes with everything that adventure riders could think of. This midweight ADV bike is always ready for the next challenge....

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    isfahann Sep 01, 2025 for Suzuki V-Strom 650

From The Experts

Things we like

Refined and powerful engine

Good ride quality for a sports bike

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Excels in various riding scenarios

Rider-friendly positioning and comfy seats

Competitive pricing for its segment

Includes ABS and traction control

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Things we don't like

Aggressive styling is not to everyone’s taste

Pillion seat lacks comfort

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Dated display and instrument panel design

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 776 cc 645 cc
Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L 20.0 L
Compression Ratio 12.8:1 11.2:1
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, V-twin
Bore X Stroke 84.0 mm x 70.0 mm 81 mm x 62.6 mm
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Lubrication System Wet Sump Wet Sump
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Manual
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Fuel Consumption 23.8 kmpl --
Emission Control -- Euro 4
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Dimension

Category Sport Touring
Seat Height 810 mm 830 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Ground Clearance 145 mm 170 mm
Length 2115 mm 2275 mm
Kerb Weight 202 kg 213 kg
Wheel Base 1465 mm 1560 mm
Width 775 mm 835 mm
Height 1105 mm 1405 mm
Oil Tank Capacity -- 3.0 L
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Double-Barrel Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV)
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Electric

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/55 ZR17 150/70 R17
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 110/80 R19
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R19
Tyre Type Runf Radial

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Link Type Link Type
Front Suspension Inverted Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Stability Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm No --
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Riding Modes Street, Road Street, Road Cruise Cruise
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Launch Control No No
Shutter Lock -- No
Advanced Safety Features -- Transponder-Type Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System (SAIS) Transponder-Type Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System (SAIS)
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
Central Locking -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tripmeter Yes --
Tachometer Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator -- Yes
Navigator -- No
Side Stand Indicator -- No
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Chrome Garnish No --
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Material -- Alloy Alloy
Body Frame Type -- Twin Spar Twin Spar

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Head Lamp LED LED Halogen Halogen
Accessory Outlet No --
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control No Yes

Videos of Suzuki GSX-8S and Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Suzuki GSX-8S vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 FAQs

Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between GSX-8S vs V-Strom 650?

The GSX-8S comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , on the other hand the V-Strom 650 comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , hence the Suzuki V-Strom 650 has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is GSX-8S vs V-Strom 650 dimension size comparison?

The GSX-8S dimension are 2115 mm length, 775 mm width, 1105 mm height while the V-Strom 650 Dimensions are 2275 mm length, 910 mm width, 1405 mm height. Hence, the V-Strom 650 is more longer, V-Strom 650 is more wider and V-Strom 650 is more higher.

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