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

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 8TTSuzuki V-Strom 800DE
Model year20262026
Price$11,149$11,799
Engine776 cc776 cc
Weight203 kg230 kg
Seat height810 mm855 mm
Fuel capacity15.0 L20.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® Roadsport2-X 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W / Dunlop® Roadsport2-X 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73WDunlop® TRAILMAX MIXTOUR 90/90 R21 M/C 54H / Dunlop® TRAILMAX MIXTOUR 150/70 R17 M/C 69H

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

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