Suzuki VX 800

The Suzuki VX 800 is a road motorcycle shaft-drive V-twin bike from Suzuki.

The VX800 was designed at U.S. Suzuki's Design Studio in Brea, California from 1987-1989 and produced in years 1990-1997.

Variations

There were four variations of the VX800:

• the Japanese version featured a slightly shorter frame.
• the European version was geared higher to accommodate the tastes of European riders.
• the American version was offered from 1990-1993 only.
• the California version was the same as the American version, but with additional anti-smog equipment.

Engine

The engine for the VX800 was derived from the Intruder 750’s. It was given a second carburetor and a larger displacement.

Type: Four-stoke, water-cooled, OHC TSCC, 45-degree V-twin

Piston displacement: 805cc

Bore & Stroke: 83.0 x 74.4mm

Compression ratio: 10.0:1

Carburetor, front: Mikuni BDS36SS, single

Carburetor, rear: Mikuni BS36SS, single

Transmission: 5-speed constant mesh

Final drive: Shaft, 3.090:1

See also

• Suzuki SV650
• Suzuki DL650 V-Strom
• Naked bike

External links

• VX800 list server
• VX800 FAQ
• VX800 net