

These can be excellent adventure touring bikes that will eat up highway miles and still be very capable off road, assuming they’re in the hands of an experienced rider. These bikes are on the heavy end of the spectrum for sub-900cc adventure bikes, with the Adventure option barely passing the 500 pound mark, but they still have obstacle-friendly 21 inch front wheels like the Tiger 800 XC. The F800GS puts out 400 Watts of farkle-ready power and have a respectable 9.5 inches of ground clearance, which results in a 35 inch seat height that can be lowered to just under 33 inches.
#Sport motorbike upgrade#
If all you need are engine guards and a skid plate, it may be more cost effective to just upgrade a standard model. The Adventure model features different cosmetics, a bigger 6.3 gallon fuel tank up from the standard 4.2 gallons, a bigger windscreen, a luggage rack, engine guards and around 30 additional pounds over the standard 800.

The suspension has limited adjustability that might inhibit really aggressive high speed riding. Keep in mind that these modern electronic systems won’t be as easy to troubleshoot in the backcountry as the simpler bikes. Fortunately, the ASC and optional ABS can be turned off for dirt riding. Those can be had with a convenient Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) system and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) for traction management. For an extra cost, there are the fully loaded F800GS Adventure models that were released a few years after the standard F800GS. Instead of the iconic shaft drive found on the R-GS series, the F800GS uses a chain drive, which is easier to service in the field, but will also need consistent maintenance. These are modern contenders in the world of adventure bikes that offer the power and smoothness of multiple cylinders, but don’t weigh quite as much as the bigger giants.

Specifications, appearances, equipment, color, features, materials and other items of “SUZUKI” products shown are subject to change by manufacturer at any time without notice. Suzuki engineered the GSX-Rs™, Hayabusa, and the QuadSport Z400 for experienced riders. ATV riders can call the SVIA at 1-80 and we’ll even pay for the training. Off-road riders can enroll in the DirtBike SchoolSM by calling 1-87. For the MSF street course nearest you, call 1-80.
#Sport motorbike manual#
Study your owner's manual and always inspect your Suzuki before riding. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing when riding any motorcycle or ATV.
