V-STROM 800RE

The tall, wide screen on the new V-Strom 800RE helps reduce fatigue on long rides by offering excellent wind and weather protection. Features include a shape and size defined and optimised through extensive wind tunnel testing and CAE analysis. The shape aims to minimise the impact of wind hitting the rider’s abdomen, chest and shoulder. In addition, the screen’s three-step height adjustment lets it be raised or lowered in 15mm increments using a hex key.

The design is a lightweight chassis, created to maximise agility, comfort, utility, and riding pleasure. The result of its development is a chassis that will contribute to comfort when touring for long distances, but also give great cornering performance and provide stable handling under all riding environments. It also delivers reassuring straight-line stability when riding at motorway  speeds, even when carrying a passenger and when the bike is fitted with the genuine-accessory top and sides cases and loaded with gear.

The V-Strom 800RE uses a seven-spoke, cast aluminium wheel design. They are shod with tubeless Dunlop D614F and D614 tyres (110/80R19 front, 150/70R17 rear) that feature an internal structure custom-engineered exclusively for the 800RE that delivers agile handling, solid grip, and high-speed stability.In addition, the exclusive tread pattern of the tyres helps provide sure traction and braking, as well as smooth handling. The tread also introduces a new silica compound that enhances positive grip in wet conditions and features durable wear resistance.

Show a Separate Function Fork – Big Piston (SFF-BP) inverted front forks deliver stable damping characteristics that make them suitable for long touring, with a spring rate that is optimised for both solid cornering performance as well as straight-line stability. The spring preload can be adjusted, allowing the suspension to be set to best match the rider’s preference or the usage conditions. The rear shock absorber can be adjusted for spring preload and rebound damping, with a remote adjuster making setting the spring preload easier. This is particularly beneficial when preparing to ride with a passenger or luggage.

The V-Strom 800RE features a dedicated chassis geometry engineered to provide maximum stability and controllability, as well as a riding position that effectively distributes weight to the front and rear and is comfortable on long-distance rides. With a view to enhancing on-road cornering performance, the handlebar and footpeg positioning uses a slightly forward leaning posture. This riding position provides more precise control. The V-Strom 800RE also lends the passenger added comfort because they have plenty of space and can sit without overly bending their knees. The geometry achieved also enhances handling stability, even when carrying a passenger and with the top and side cases mounted.

The V-Strom 800RE has a large 20L fuel tank to offer extended riding range for long distance touring, making it between infrequent refuelling points in more remote areas or just having to stop less often on the regular commute. Combined with the frugal 64.12MPG this gives the V-Strom a theoretical range of over 280 miles.

Four-piston, radially-mounted front brake calipers bite onto 310mm discs to provide sure stopping power and controllable braking for optimal on-road performance. The rear brake has a 260mm outer diameter disc and uses a single-piston pin-slide caliper. The system is also switchable, so the ABS on the V-Strom 800RE offers two mode settings. Mode 1 provides minimal intervention, suited for riding on looser surfaces. Mode 2 is ideal for city riding and regular road conditions.

The V-Strom 800RE adopts tapered handlebars made from a strong-yet-flexible aluminium. The handlebars enable a more forward-leaning riding position for an engaging riding experience as well as providing greater comfort on longer rides. The seat features a design with a bottom shape that achieves great rigidity. This durable seat stands up well to input load, as well as to weight shifts as the rider changes position. It uses a denser foam to improve comfort for both rider and passenger when touring for long distances. The V-STROM logo embossed on the seat adds a nice design accent. Rubber-covered aluminium footpegs are designed to provide comfort when touring for long distances. Rubber-covered steel pillion footpegs attached to cast aluminium brackets aim to achieve the right balance of passenger comfort and support.

The tall, wide screen on the new V-Strom 800RE helps reduce fatigue on long rides by offering excellent wind and weather protection. Features include a shape and size defined and optimised through extensive wind tunnel testing and CAE analysis. The shape aims to minimise the impact of wind hitting the rider’s abdomen, chest and shoulder. In addition, the screen’s three-step height adjustment lets it be raised or lowered in 15mm increments using a hex key.

The distinctive, vertically stacked pair of hexagonal LED headlights employ a bright mono-focus LED light source that provides the rider with a clear view of the road ahead. The vertical orientation of the thin, compact headlight assembly topped by an LED position light creates a sharp look that makes the front end look light and ready for action. Compact LED position lights, LED indicators and an LED taillight ensure clear visibility and practical durability.

The V-Strom 800RE uses a 5-inch colour TFT display. Clearly legible high-quality information displays keep you fully aware of all the bike’s systems and settings, and supply vital real-time operating status information. The tachometer doubles up as a programmable rpm indicator light that blinks when the engine reaches a pre-set speed, and adds a function that lets you display large pop-up alerts and reminder. Manual or automatic switching settings for the day (white) and night (black) display modes let you maximise visibility at any hour and in any riding situation. A USB port is built into the left side of the cluster. It can provide up to 5V output and 2A maximum current.

The sharp lines of the body work and flat surfaces create a tough, yet sophisticated, look. Bold accents are introduced through the use of moulded accents parts at the end of the prominent beak and below the fuel tank. Angled lines set into the knee grip area of the moulded panel below the fuel tank lend yet another subtle accent. The new seven-spoke cast aluminium wheels include a V shape in the design, thanks to the design freedom cast wheels offer versus wire spokes.

The distinctive, vertically stacked pair of hexagonal LED headlights employ a bright mono-focus LED light source that provides the rider with a clear view of the road ahead. The vertical orientation of the thin, compact headlight assembly topped by an LED position light creates a sharp look that makes the front end look light and ready for action. Compact LED position lights, LED indicators and an LED taillight ensure clear visibility and practical durability.