Suzuki has reentered the middleweight adventure bike category with the all-new parallel twin V-Strom 800DE. In typical V-Strom fashion, it’s a touring machine that’s also easy to get along with as a daily rider. Its V-twin predecessor, the V-Strom 650, was just as comfortable on the morning commute as it was on gravel roads.
The new V-Strom 800 is set up with a 21-inch front and an 18-inch rear wheel combination. It also offers longer travel suspension, with 220 millimeters front and rear. Its new 776cc parallel twin engine produces 83 horsepower. These changes add up to the new V-Strom 800DE placing more emphasis on off-road adventure touring without compromising its day-to-day usability.
SW-MOTECH offers the owners of this all-around motorcycle a wide range of accessories to set the bike up for their next adventures, big or small.
Hard or Soft Luggage?
This divisive question is often top-of-mind with adventure riders when buying a luggage system. SW-MOTECH offers the perfect solution for both camps and has now brought a third option into the mix with the new DUSC cases. The ABS plastic DUSC hard cases are extremely versatile and lightweight. The DUSC cases are at home on or off the pavement and can be used interchangeably as a top case or side case.
A DUSC side case set is available for the V-Strom 800DE, which includes the DUSC M (33 liters) and L (41 liters) cases and PRO side carriers. SW-MOTECH also offers a top case system which includes the DUSC L and the matching ADVENTURE-RACK luggage carrier.
Equipped with the PRO Side Carriers, riders can switch between all three SW-MOTECH luggage solutions. The PRO Side Carriers are designed to fit the rear of the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE to keep the overall width of the bike as narrow as possible after attaching panniers. The entire carrier rack can also be removed in about a minute using the QUICK-LOCK one-quarter turn fasteners.
For aluminum panniers, SW-MOTECH offers the TRAX ADV aluminum cases in black and silver, which fit the same PRO Side Carriers. The cases are made of 1.4-millimeter thick aluminum and are completely waterproof and dustproof. They have a capacity of 37 or 45 liters. With the TRAX ADV Top Case on the ADVENTURE RACK, the packing volume can be expanded by another 38 liters. All three cases offer a total of 120 liters of hauling space.
Soft luggage advocates can equip their V-Strom 800DE with the SysBag WP system. The large L model with 40 liters of volume also mount to the PRO Side Carrier. Alternatively, the smaller S and M models can be setup on a different carrier system, the SLC Side Carrier. All SysBag WP bags are completely waterproof and coordinate with all bags from the PRO line and the newly redesigned DryBag line.
The PRO Line: Tank to Tail
Speaking of the PRO line, a full line of tank bags and tail bags can be the perfect standalone solution or supplement to a full luggage system. Whether it’s a quick day ride or a multi-week tour, SW-MOTECH has several sizes of rear bags and tank bags to fit any ride.
The PRO Tank Ring System allows PRO tank bags to click on and off the bike in seconds, thanks to a magnetic guide. The PRO Trial Tank Bag holds between 13 and 18 liters without negatively affecting the steering angle or the standing position in rough terrain. Using a MOLLE system, additional accessories, such as a smartphone drybag or a PRO Pocket, can be attached to the tank bag’s lid.
The PRO Rearbag and PRO Roadpack tail bags can be secured to the rear of the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE with SW-MOTECH’s patented strap system. The PRO Rackpack is held securely by the ADVENTURE RACK. These rear luggage solutions can provide anywhere from 8 to 42 liters of volume.
Motorcycle Protection
As an all-around motorcycle, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE feels at home in any terrain. To ensure that the motorcycle is optimally protected, SW-MOTECH offers comprehensive protection accessories. For the heart of the motorcycle — the 776cc parallel-twin engine — an engine guard made of a robust aluminum alloy was developed to function as a skid plate. This protects the engine, manifold and oil filter from flying rock or obstacle contact. Crash bars are designed to protect the sides of the engine and the fairing from damage. A slider crash pad kit protects the front axle. KOBRA hand guards keep wind, rain, sun and branches off the rider’s hands. In the event of a crash, they also protect the brake and clutch levers.
Ride Safe. Ride Comfortable.
SW-MOTECH offers a range of ergonomic products to allow adjustments for each individual rider. EVO footrest kit, adjustable shifters, brake pedals, brake pedal extensions and handlebar risers all create an ideal sitting or standing riding position. A kickstand foot extension keeps things upright at stops.
EVO fog lights and high-beam auxiliary lighting systems round out the range of accessories and provide added active and passive riding safety.
Pricing and Availability
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE SW-MOTECH accessories are available now at sw-motech.us and through SW-MOTECH dealers. See listing and current pricing below.
| Description | Part Number | Pricing |
| Crash Bars | SBL.05.845.10000/B | $284 |
| Engine Guard (Skid Plate) | MSS.05.845.10001/B | $339 |
| DUSC Hard Case System -(1) DUSC M hard case -(1) DUSC L hard case -Lock set -PRO Side Carriers | KFT.05.845.65000/B | $1,300 |
| DUSC Top Case System -DUSC L hard case -ADVENTURE-RACK -Lock set -Adapter kit | GPT.05.845.65000/B | $740 |
| Adventure Luggage Set -PRO Side Carriers -ADVENTURE-RACK -TRAX ADV Side Cases -TRAX ADV Top Case -Adapter kits -Locks -Multi-tool keychain | ADV.05.845.75000/B (also available in silver) | $2,570 |
| SysBag WP L/L System -(2) SysBag WP L bags -Adapter plates -PRO Side Carriers | BC.SYS.05.845.21000/B | $1,150 |
| EVO Footrest Kit | FRS.05.112.10002 | $201 |
| Centerstand | HPS.05.845.10000/B | $283 |
| EVO Fog Lights | NSW.05.845.51000/B | $437 |
